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Berlin - Wolfsburg - Celle - Hannover

Total distance covered: 338 km.

Scenery: Plains with vast cultivated fields, coniferous forests, and charming rural villages that preserve their traditional essence.

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Berlin. We’ll travel through the heart of Lower Saxony, crossing peaceful countryside dotted with farmland and small villages.
11:30 a.m. - Wolfsburg. Arrival in a city established in 1938 as a planned community for workers of the Volkswagen factory. Today, the entire city revolves around this iconic German automobile manufacturer. Tickets to the Autostadt are included, where you’ll enjoy beautifully designed gardens and exhibitions dedicated to the history and future of mobility. You’ll have free time to explore and enjoy lunch.

01:45 p.m. - Departure from Wolfsburg.
03:00 p.m. - Celle. We’ll stop in what is considered one of Germany’s most picturesque towns. Its historic center showcases exquisite half-timbered houses from the 16th and 17th centuries, a Baroque church, and an imposing Renaissance palace. You’ll also find fine examples of Bauhaus architecture, reflecting the town’s unique blend of tradition and modernity.

04:30 p.m. - Departure from Celle.
05:30 p.m. - Hannover. Arrival in the capital of Lower Saxony, a vibrant city known for its economic and cultural importance. Here, elegant historical buildings coexist with striking modern architecture and expansive green parks. You’ll have time to explore at your own pace.

08:30 p.m. - Transfer to the hotel.

Hanonver – Goslar – Göttingen - Bad Sooden - Eisenach

Total distance traveled: 283 km
Scenery: rolling hills covered with lush forests, landscapes dotted with gabled-roof houses, and picturesque valleys where small rivers wind through traditional villages.

08:00 a.m. – Hannover. Departure after breakfast.

09:45 a.m. – Rammelsberg Mines. We will learn about the history and operation of this former industrial complex, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although the mines were exploited since the Middle Ages for non-ferrous metal production, their peak came at the end of the 16th century when they became a major silver mining center. Entrance to the museum is included.

11:00 a.m. – Departure from the mines.

11:15 a.m. – Goslar. Stop to explore this town that once held the status of Free Imperial City, with a magnificent medieval old town designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights include the Market Square with its fountain crowned by an imperial eagle, as well as the Guild Hall. Time to stroll among half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and the majestic Church of St. Peter.

12:45 p.m. – Departure from Goslar.

2:00 p.m. – Göttingen. Time to explore the historic old town and have lunch in this city whose university—considered the best in Germany—has educated many figures of great importance in European and world history. You’ll be surprised to discover the tributes to many of them on marble plaques scattered throughout the city.

4:00 p.m. – Departure from Göttingen. We continue our journey through Thuringia, traveling past rivers, hills, and green valleys.

4:45 p.m. – Bad Sooden. Brief stop to visit this small and picturesque spa town nestled among mountains, beautifully preserved and known for its many healing springs.

5:45 p.m. – Departure from Bad Sooden.

6:45 p.m. – Eisenach. Arrival in this city with a splendid Baroque and Renaissance old town, home to the birthplace of Bach—one of the greatest composers in music history—and the house where Martin Luther, the theologian and monk who launched the Protestant Reformation in the 16th century, spent much of his childhood. Dinner included and transfer to the hotel.

Eisenach - Gotha - Erfurt - Lepizig

Total distance covered: 218 km.

Scenery: We’ll journey through the lush, green heart of Germany, surrounded by magnificent forests and medieval towns where church spires and towers rise above red-tiled rooftops.

Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for the visit to Wartburg Castle.

After breakfast, we’ll visit the magnificent Wartburg Castle (tickets included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fortress holds a key place in history as the location where Martin Luther translated the New Testament into German, making the Scriptures accessible to the general public and laying the foundation for Protestantism.

Later, we’ll have free time for lunch in Eisenach. If you’re passionate about music, you may want to visit the Bach House, dedicated to one of the greatest composers in history. Alternatively, you can explore the Automobile Museum (admission included), located in the former main plant of East Germany’s automobile industry, home to a fascinating collection of vintage vehicles.

01:30 p.m. – Departure from Eisenach.
02:15 p.m. – Gotha. We’ll make a brief stop to explore the medieval heart of the city, where you’ll see beautiful buildings from the early days of industrialization. From the outside, we’ll admire the immense Baroque palace—one of the largest in Germany.

03:30 p.m. – Departure from Gotha.
04:00 p.m. – Erfurt. Arrival in the capital of Thuringia, a vibrant city with a remarkably well-preserved historic center. You’ll see its majestic cathedral and numerous churches, towers, and chapels in impressive German Gothic style. A highlight of the city is the Krämerbrücke, a stunning medieval bridge that has been continuously inhabited for over 500 years. At 120 meters in length, it is the longest bridge with buildings in all of Europe.

05:30 p.m. – Departure from Erfurt.
07:30 p.m. – Leipzig. We’ll arrive in the early evening in one of Germany’s cultural and historical treasures. Leipzig was home to renowned composers such as Bach and Wagner. It was a major industrial hub during the East German era, and today, it’s a dynamic city of over half a million people.

09:00 p.m. – Transfer to the hotel.

Leipzig – Dresden – Bamberg – Nuremberg

Total distance covered: 452 km.

Scenery: Forests and hills with small villages. Historic monuments, baroque and renaissance architecture, and views of the river.

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Leipzig after breakfast.
08:15 a.m. - Monument to the Battle of the Nations. We’ll make a brief stop just outside Leipzig at this monument, inaugurated in 1913, standing 91 meters tall. It commemorates a famous battle from the Napoleonic Wars.

08:30 a.m. - Departure from the Monument to the Battle of the Nations.
10:00 a.m. - Dresden. We’ll visit the capital of Saxony, known as the "Florence on the Elbe" for its baroque and renaissance architecture and palaces, which evoke the city’s glorious past, and its beautiful riverside promenades along the Elbe.

12:00 p.m. - Departure from Dresden. We’ll travel south through Germany, with a stop at a service area for lunch.
04:15 p.m. - Bamberg. This charming and lively city, with its picturesque canals and monumental heritage, is considered one of the most beautiful in Germany. Don’t miss a stroll through Little Venice. Free time to explore.

05:30 p.m. - Departure from Bamberg.
06:30 p.m. - Nuremberg. The second-largest city in Bavaria, known for its castle, ancient walls, historic university, and significant ties to World War II and the Nazi era. Though Nuremberg was destroyed during the war, it has since risen from the ashes. You’ll have time to explore its vibrant city center. Overnight stay.

Nuremberg - Kloster Weltenburg - Dachau - Munich

Total distance covered: 250 km.

Scenery: Valleys, lush meadows, and industrial cities along the banks of the Danube.

08:00 a.m. - Departure from Nuremberg. Today’s journey will be full of surprises.
09:45 a.m. - Arrival in Kelheim, a city on the banks of the Danube. We’ll board a ferry (scheduled for 9:50 a.m.) for a forty-minute cruise along the Danube, in the area known as the “Danube Gorge”. We’ll arrive at Kloster Weltenburg, a stunning Benedictine monastery founded in 1040, with time to explore.

12:00 p.m. - Departure from Kloster Weltenburg. We’ll continue our journey along little roads.
01:30 p.m. - Dachau. We’ll have time for lunch before we visit the concentration camp museum in the outskirts of Munich, a reminder of the harrowing times of Nazism. There will be time to tour the complex. At the start of the afternoon, we’ll continue to Munich, where we’ll visit the impressive BMW Welt, a modern multifunctional exhibition facility of the prestigious German vehicle brand BMW Group. We’ll also see the park that houses the Olympiastadion, an architectural marvel where the 1972 Olympic Games were held. After this, you’ll have free time in the historic center. You can stroll through Marienplatz, the heart of Munich, visit the picturesque Viktualienmarkt open-air market, relax in the Englischer Garten, or enjoy the traditional beer houses.

Note: In winter or when Danube’s water level is too low, the cruise will not operate. In this case, this section of the circuit will be adapted so we can stop to visit Landshut. Kloster Wetelbug will also be closed in winter, but you will still be able to see it from the outside.

Note: During the Beer Festival, accommodation may be in the vicinity of Munich.

 

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.