Running along Germany’s southern border with Austria, the Bavarian Alps are one of the country’s most beautiful areas. Skiing is, naturally, one of the favorite pastimes. You’ll find Germany’s tallest mountain, Zugspitze, rising more than 9,700 feet in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen district (also a great hiking area in summer). Berchtesgadener Land (home to Watzmann, Germany’s third-highest peak) is another major ski area. Hochwanner, the country’s #2 mountain, is also in the Alps.
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Neuschwanstein Castle is wrapped in mystery and beauty. The former dream of the Wittlesbach king, Ludwig II, the castle is not only gorgeous but the perfect place to explore the mystery of Ludwig's untimely demise and begin to learn the Bavarian Beer Culture. After a 'skip the line' entrance into Neuschwanstein castle the your guide will bring you to the village of Murnau where you will visit the Griesbräu brewery for your tour of the brewery given by the brewmeister himself. An obscene amount of sample beers and beer schnapps await along with your very own "Brewery Certificate." Once the brewery tour is concluded we make our way to the Murnau train station for a short train ride back into the city of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Alcoholic Beverages, Dinner, Bottled water, Our "Coronavirus Safety Standard of Travel" on all vehicles and guides
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off
Highly recommend! So much more than just a chocolate making class. We drank, cut up, learned some much really was a blast. Good with great people.
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Enjoy the Bavarian heartland, with Skip the Line service. You don't have to worry about ticket reservations or queues or taking the wrong turn. Just relax and enjoy an unforgettable day full of history and fun. Our tour includes a visit to the Fairytale Castle "Neuschwanstein Castle" and "Linderhof Palace" with the picturesque village of Oberammergau with the visit of the famous Wieskirche (the church in the meadow)
Inclusions: Local taxes, Professional Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan/car, Tickets for Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castles, Shuttle bus to Mary´s Bridge (as long as the bus is operating and the bridge is open)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Wonderful tour by a knowledgeable guide before the castle tour! He had obviously done his research and was able to add more, and more historically accurate, details. Lots of "fun" facts, too (I had no idea what BMW stood for or why the logo looks looks like it does. I do now!). He knows all the best spots for pictures and the best times to get them in before the next tour groups arrive. Skipping the line for the castle tour tickets was a real plus. Highly recommend!
5.0 based on 9 reviews
SKIP THE LINE TICKETS TO THE CASTLES. We pre-purchase these way in advance and you simply pay the guide back on the day of the tour. WE HAVE TICKETS ALREADY SO PLS DO NOT PURCHASE THESE ON YOUR OWN. Hotel Pickup at 8.30am anywhere in Munich City. Visit a unique Bavarian Catholic Church in Ettal. Enjoy the picturesque village of Oberammergau, famous for its Passion Play. Optional - Ride the Longest All Weather Alpine Coaster Ride in Oberammergau (this activity is optional and can only be done if Linderhof visit is cut short). Walk the Gardens of the Linderhof Palace or participate in a tour if the Alpine slide is not for you. Savor Austrian Beer & Schnitzel beside a pristine lake in Austria. Option to swim in the lake weather permitting. Hike up a gorge to get to the Neuschwastine castle. We have prebooked your tickets and have a 4.25pm entry time. Amazing photo opportunities throughout the day. Local experienced guide and driver Enjoy a five star experience without any hassles.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Professional photographer guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
No words necessary for this one... I was for so long trying to visit this Castle and this citythat when I finally got there, I think I even cried ... it was super emotional for me, the only experience in the beautiful town. there is much to do there, apart from the obvious visit to the splendid castle of Neuschwanstein there is also another castle in front the Hohenschwangau Castle, a lake( Alpsee) where you can go cayaking, walk through the splendid forest, many restaurants, museum (Museum der bayerischen Konige), in short there are many things to entertain all the family. I know that I will repeat this adventure again I only stayed one day because I went by bus from Munich and had to return at the end of the afternoon
5.0 based on 6 reviews
• We use only newest Mercedes V-Class Minivan 2018 (e.g. V250d 4Matic long wheelbase max. 6 passenger). • Leather seats and rear climate control. • Professional drivers speaking all english (or other language on request) and are locally knowledgeable. • Child seat can be provided on request. Tour starts in the city area of Munich at the adress and time you will provide us. Our Chauffeur will take you in around 2 hours through the beautiful landscape of Bavaria to the Castle of Neuschwanstein (also known as the "Disney Castle") and will be there at your disposal to take you after visiting the castle to the Linderhof Palace with a stopp in between at the wonderful Lake Plansee where you can have a coffee break or lunch at an authentic local restaurant with lake view. After that we reccomend to visit the worldwide famous village Oberammergau which is known for the passionsplay, wood Carvings (Cuckoo Clocks) and beatifully painted bavarian houses. Tour is fully customizable!
Inclusions: Round-trip private transfer, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Bottled water, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Local taxes, Gratuities, Fuel surcharge, All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions: Entrance fees
We were exceptionally taken care of on our transfer to/from our hotel and the airport for our Munich visit. The car was immaculate and the drivers were kind, prompt, and professional. Would highly recommend this service.
5.0 based on 1 reviews
BOOK FOR ONLY ONE PERSON! THE VIATOR TICKET WILL COVER 1-5 PEOPLE! Hello, I have been taking Tours to Neuschwanstein and the other places for 15 years, I actually lived in Oberammergau for 15 years I don´t think that there are many native speaking English Tour Guides with more experience of Oberammergau than myself, I lived there as a waiter and Bar Landlord for 15 years with 3 Passion Play Seasons. Unlike some Tour Guides I try to sort myth from legend, the Passion Play was not because Oberammergau was spared the horror of the Plague in 1633, quite the opposite, it was devastated. I hope to see you very soon! Regards, Chris Edwards LIFE IS TOO SHORT TO TAKE A BUS!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Free WIFI on board!, No food, but I supply chilled soft drinks and Bottled Water, not a lot of choice, but free!
Exclusions: The tickets to the Castle /entry fees are not included as I can´t know how many will take the Tour!, Meals are normally taken near the Castle to save time and make use of the time available before entering the Castle.
We were so happy that we decided to book the full day Castle Tours with Chris Edwards. He picked us up at our hotel and spent a full day showing us the area, followed by arranging tours to both Neuschwanstein and Linderhoff castles. He reserved our English speaking tour for both castles in advance, making our wait time during the busy summer season much quicker, and maximized our time. Chris’s knowledge of the area and its history provided a great introduction to not only the castles, but southern Germany and Austria. Chis was very personable, and when he learned of our interest in WWII, tailored our travel to show us some local buildings and homes that were important during that time. I highly recommend Taxi Chris Edwards Neuschwanstein Castle Tours if you are looking for personal service, flexibility to your needs, and an informative guide who has lived in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen area for over 30 years.
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy an exclusive excursion on the traces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. The royal time travel starts in the morning, with pick up at your Munich city hotel or private accommodation. As soon as we have arrived at the fairy tale Neuschwanstein Castle, we will explore the palace on a guided tour. Following up we will have plenty of great photo opportunities, be it the castle itself, the old Marienbrücke, or the spectacular surrounding mountain area. On our way to the Linderhof castle, we will stop in the antique, so-called "woodcarving village", Oberammergau. Here, all participants will get a delicious lunch and, of course, a great insight into the traditional craft of woodcarving. Strengthened from a sufficient local lunch, we can now look forward to the impressive Linderhof castle. We will explore the palace on a guided tour. Afterward, we will have time to walk through the beautiful exterior complex with its unique fountain and also stroll through the impressive gardens.
Inclusions: Traditional Bavarian Lunch incl. one Drink of your choice, Entrance Ticket for "Neuschwanstein Castle", Entrance Ticket for "Linderhof Castle", Shuttle bus to Mary´s Bridge (as long as the bus is operating and the bridge is open), Travel Snacks & Sweets, Mineral Water with or without gas, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Professional Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
We've used their service for our planned activities in Salzburg and Hallstatt last summer. All went well! Special thanks to Sepp...
5.0 based on 1 reviews
DUE TO COVID-19, GUIDED TOURS OF THE INTERIORS ARE NOT POSSIBLE IN NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE: UNTIL THEN, WE RECOMMEND OUR "LOCKDOWN"-TOUR 173111P22 ♧|♧ Best for avoiding crowds! Neuschwanstein Castle - a dream destination for tourists from all over the world - ... in times of Corona! Due to the comprehensive COVID-19 safety measures of the castle administration (reduction of the number of visitors by 83% to only 10 people per tour!) it is currently often impossible to get tickets at the desired date. On this private full-day tour, you will receive - even at short notice - GUARANTEED SKIP-THE-LINE ADMISSION for the Neuschwanstein castle tour, which you can experience virtually EXCLUSIVELY due to the small groups of visitors! From the very beginning, you will be accompanied by your personal licensed tour guide, who is of course familiar with the current situation. So all you need to do is ENJOY this day! You can also enjoy the entertaining & informative ride in our new & comfortable Volkswagen-Minivan, where we can visit a wealth of other attractions. LINDERHOF palace and HOHENSCHWANGAU castle can be, on request, visited as well.
Inclusions: Entrance fee to NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE (Skip-the-Line), Drive in comfortable new Volkswagen Minivan (a/c), WiFi on board, Licensed, friendly and passionate Guide with more than 20 years of professional experience, Selected scenic routes, Duration: 9 hrs or 11 hrs, Bottled water, Children (0 - 17 years) - if mentioned - get a refund of € 13.00 in cash!, No hidden costs!, COVID-19 SAFE
Exclusions: Lunch (we are happy to recommend suitable restaurants), Gratuities
Absolute Best Experience while in Europe! After much research, my family booked this tour with Stefan before we left the United States. You never know quite what to expect doing this, but I am SO GLAD we did! Even before the date of the tour, we received communication from Stefan concerning our itinerary and what to expect. Stefan arrived ahead of time at our hotel in Munich, and greeted us with a huge smile, extremely clean automobile, and fresh, cold water for all! He was so open to creating an experience that would fulfill our wishes. Our goal was to not only see Neuschwanstein, but also the local, surrounding communities, traditions, and food. Stefan really delivered! His personal knowledge of the area was incredible. We were able to see Oberammergau, the location of the beautiful Passion Play, as well as the stunning frescos in the village. Stefan also took us to the majestic Ettal Monastery, as well as Wieskirche, the Pilgrimage Church of Wies, all while viewing the gorgeous Alps in the distance. As if this weren't enough to fulfill our day, we headed to Neuschwanstein Castle, Hohenschwangau Castle, and the surrounding village. It was all so amazing, that our family will never forget the experience! Stefan shared his beautiful home country, while allowing us to select what we would like to experience the most! I wanted to have a picnic this day, near the castle, as a memory we would have forever. Ultimately, Stefan made it happen! We had a wonderful bottle of wine, glasses for all, and Stefan produced local delicacies that we had never had. It was such an amazing closure to a beautiful adventure in Bavaria. As we headed back to our hotel in Munich, Stefan filled the car with polkas, singing, and great, lasting cheer that has sustained us through these trying times of no travel with COVID. We miss our travels, and we will most definitely return to more tours and adventures with Stefan! Thank you for such wonderful memories!
4.9 based on 8 reviews
COVID-19 BREAKING NEWS: SEE "ADDIT. INFO"! The famous Fairytale Castle NEUSCHWANSTEIN is the 2nd most visited attraction in Germany. It captivates 1.5M visitors with its dreamy beauty, inspired by characters from Wagner's epic operas. Unfortunately this means that up to 8,000 visitors/day crowd the place all year long. This tour gives you the unique opportunity to avoid these crowds and enjoy the calm of the early mornings also at HOHENSCHWANGAU in peace. Immerse yourself in the magnificence of the castles and grounds. As the day awakens, the fairy tale comes to life around you. Our expert guide will give you space to enjoy the calm magic while being at your disposal and alert to your needs&questions at all times Why travel with us • Get GUARANTEED SKIP-THE-LINE TICKETS even at short notice • Know that your day is planned and conducted by a friendly&professional tour guide • Enjoy the perfect symbiosis of traveling in relaxed comfort and fully leveraging your precious vacation time
Inclusions: > Entrance fee for NEUSCHWANSTEIN castle INCLUDING Skip-the-line-Surcharge - even at short notice!, > Drive in comfortable new Volkswagen Minivan (a/c) WiFi on board - Only your group is participating, > Licensed, friendly and passionate Guide with more than 20 years of professionel experience, > Stops (and guided tours) at all mentioned places / Selected scenic routes, > Duration: 9 hrs or 11 hrs, > Bottled mineral water, > No hidden costs!, COVID-19 SAFE
Exclusions: < HOHENSCHWANGAU Castle - tour of interiors: Due to COVID-19, prices and opening hours on request, < Skip-the-line-surcharge for Hohenschwangau castle: Due to COVID-19 on request, Only if you can not walk the whole route from car park to Neuschwanstein castle, you might need:, < Shuttle bus (to Marie's bridge/not operating during snow and ice) (€ 3.00) and/or:, < Horse-drawn carriage (€ 7.00 up/€ 3.50 down), (For the shuttle bus and the horse-driven carriage no reservation possible; waiting times possible!), < Food, < Gratuities
Pre-covid review: My friends and I were fortunate to have participated in this informative and lovely tour of Munich with Stefan in Oct. 2019, prior to the pandemic. While an itinerary was in place, I felt Stefan was also very flexible and accommodating to our interests and was able to make suggestions for other places if time or circumstance required, afforded to us by the tour's use of a private, air conditioned, comfortable van. He was pleasant and knowledgable and the tour felt safe and fun! Highly recommend this tour. Highlights of the tour included visiting beautiful Lake Starnberger, Dachau concentration camp and lunch at a charming English style biergarten.
4.8 based on 29 reviews
Neuschwanstein castle is beautiful but currently suffering from over tourism. Huge bus tours dominate the landscape with crowds and lines everywhere. Our guides are licensed to go around the long ticketing line and know the ways to move around the crowds making your experience fun and relaxing. Plus, we LOVE telling all the history and stories associated with Ludwig II, Bavaria, Oktoberfest, Germany, and more. Our business has been in operation for over nine years taking people to Neuschwanstein castle and we are currently the highest ranked guide service for southern Bavaria on Trip Advisor so we know how to provide you with a wonderful day!
Inclusions: Transportation, Parking Fees, Tours, skip the line entry into Neuschwanstein castle, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Our "Coronavirus Safety Standard of Travel" on all vehicles and guides
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Highly recommend! So much more than just a chocolate making class. We drank, cut up, learned some much really was a blast. Good with great people.
3.5 based on 13 reviews
Spend the day in a fairy tale during this full-day tour of the Bavarian heartland from Munich. Travel to the mountaintop Neuschwanstein Castle (Walt Disney's inspiration for 'Sleeping Beauty'), and take a tour of the popular attraction. Visit Linderhof Castle, one of the palaces built by "Mad" King Ludwig II of Bavaria, and the picturesque village of Oberammergau. Hotel pickup, private transport, lunch, all entry fees, and a return train ticket to Munich( 2hours train ride) are all included in the cost of the tour.
Inclusions: Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Hotel pickup
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hohenschwangau entrance fee
Beautiful setting, however little time to enjoy the inside, reduced areas to visit - the guide tour was too short and frustrating, considering the price. What you are allowed to see is what there is in every book or brochure, the rest is closed to the public. A shame and sham.
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