and it made the trip more enjoyable, interesting and fulfilling!! All our stops were equally well worth it, with a nice mix of fun, beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and great food and friends. We rode a train up from the Lauterbrunnen valley to Wengen. "Standing on top of the world in Switzerland. (That's an inside joke our tour and Hans will laugh at). One day he was taped saying he loved Rick Steves. At long last, it was good to be traveling again. It is such a unique and wonderful area. Had so much fun, learned new things and enjoyed meeting our tour group. ", "Seeing the Swiss Alps from my hotel room window.". Our final destination is the old resort town of Baden-Baden, famous for its mineral baths and games of chance. We had a great trip! Our guide, Hans, mixed things up a bit, with different sights/experiences than on my previous tour. It was amazing- Andrea was kind, friendly, knowledgeable, personable, the activities were well planned, great balance between group stuff and alone time. I had heard Switzerland was gorgeous, and it lived up to expectations. Really exceptional itinerary that mixed smaller sites with big attractions and ample free time with group activities. Love our room & the view in Murren, scenery, small town just everything. Then we'll explore the city's rich Habsburg heritage by marveling at the massive art collection at the Kunsthistoriches Museum. I remember thinking, "Thank god I'm on this tour! Our guide did a great job getting us through a lot of rain. I really enjoyed traveling with this group of people and especially our guide, Hans. Bus: 4 hours. It was our first Rick Steves trip, and it lived up to everything we had hear about them.A wonderful itinerary, lovely people, small group, lots of free time, which I especially appreciated. Stay in Vienna for 3 days Day 2: Explore Vienna Day 3: Wachau + Lower Danube Valley Day 4: Travel to Zurich from Vienna (train ride is 7+ hours) Day 5: Explore Zurich. I love love our guide Thomas!! To find photos, where to stay, other places to "The Third Man Museum. Like all tours, there was at least one town we visited that we loved and never even through about visiting. The tour was very well organized, and our tour guide, Iris, was a true professional. Saw a lot, not terribly rushed. I think there could be a week long immersive tour for Vienna and another for Salzburg. Vienna showed me it's nice to be "King".". We were blown away at every stop from Trier to Baden Baden, Murren, Munich, Salzburg, Halstatt, and Vienna, and at each stop along the way (with extra points for the luge ride in the Black Forest). Right up there though is the view of the quaint market square in Hallstatt from our hotel balcony and of course the boat ride on Lake Hallstatt.". This was an awesome tour, and Marijan, our guide, did a wonderful job of showing us a great time. This was my first Rick Steves tour. be sure to keep it on the tour.". I enjoyed getting to know other tour members and making some life long friends. We went to palaces and castles, rode subways and funiculars and trams, had a boat ride and hiked in the Alps. She kept us on schedule ( German promptness) , selected excellent restaurants, and even adjusted our trip to the top of the Alps for the day with the best weather. I left with some incredible pictures, and memories for a lifetime.". "It has to be the Alps because it is hard to imagine that it really could be as beautiful as it is. Moderate walking: 26 miles throughout the day with some hills and stairs. Beautiful landscapes so rich with history. We were excited about this itinerary. Also, good food, good beer, and good company! Experience the splendour of Europe in a 13 days, 10 nights in Italy, Switzerland, and France with EU Holidays that does more than bring you to iconic, must-see places of Great! Even though we were there in 2019 on the BOE14 tour, I think the Swiss Alps will always Wow! us! The tour has great variety of history, culture, time in nature, social time with tour group, contemplative time at Austrian concentration camp. Great tour guide, great cities, great hotels, great food, great transportation. With the amount of rain that we were having, the waterfall were fast and powerful. This was a very active tour for us and we walked a lot! Andrea was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and attentive to the groups needs. Hiking in the Alps was a bucket list item and it did not disappoint.". It was so fun to meet our guide, Tara, and our tour group members. Long-term Visa: Visa for more than 90 days Visit. The Egyptian museum in Munich was amazing and something we added at the last minute on our free time. It was definitely different traveling in the age of Covid. We had a fantastic guide and he made what was already a wonderful tour outstanding! Our two week tour was wonderful. The itinerary and the experiences we had were so much fun. Our tour guide Iris and her assistant Francis contributed to it in so many ways, they were the greatest. No bus. Though we had to switch from the main guide to the apprentice guide Thomas. The rule of 'No Grumps' was adhered to, but the lack of AC meant I had 2-3 decent nights of rest, the remaining was very sweaty near sleepless nights on very hot days. Lake Hallstatt was great but, I would not advertise the salt mine anymore that was to underwhelming. Iris was the best guide you can have. "Going to the top of the Schilthorn! I like the third man museum and history yet I felt only one day there wouldve been suffice. I could actually feel my stress melting away as we sailed through the calm waters and beautiful scenery. ", Hans our guide did an excellent job despite a diverse group and the added stress of Covid requirements. WebAnswer 1 of 4: Me and my boyfriend are planning a 2 week road trip in Bavaria/South Germany and parts of Austria and Switzerland this summer and would love some advice on our route/the number of days in each place and I will not do another summer tour with Rick Steves unless that is addressed. The tour may not return until after midnight. This was our first Rick Steves tour and it was nothing short of magical. The sites selected, the time allotments, the travel experience all very well done. "Stepping out onto our hotel balcony in Murren, being on a cliff and looking out over the Alps with clear skies and birds singing and cow bell jingles.". Duration: 8 Days; Then, spend the rest of your day savouring the sights, sounds and smells of Munichs Christmas market a dazzling display of twinkling lights, carols and a magnificent Christmas tree. Iris is the most phenomenal tour guide and we had the luxury of also having Francis as Iris' assistant and he could not have been the more perfect addition to our experience. She was so organized, knowledgeable & able to keep the entire group on task with ease. We loved the variety of experiences of the tour. Our tours are physically active! "Waking in Mrren that 1st morning, opening my curtains and seeing all the snow! Biggest need would be to have WIFi on the traveling bus. It was hard to sit still when there was so much to see, learn about, and explore on our own. Moderate walking: 26 miles throughout the day with some hills and stairs. Bryan was an excellent guide, hotels were very nice, Frank was an excellent bus driver! It had more travel/bus time than the other tours we have taken with RS, but the days were well planned and still provided ample free time. When I kept thinking it couldn't get any better it did. Staying in Murren was even more amazing. Our group of fellow travelers were wonderful and kind! Hopefully I'll have an opportunity to discuss that more in the review. It was a fantastic experience even though our group was decimated by COVID. Donald was an excellent tour guide, very patient, helpful and organized. Here we'll have a local guide walk us through the preserved farmhouses and mills, leaving some free time to linger in the past and order up some lunch (prepare for the wurst!). Excellent guide, great variety and wonderful travel companions. "Two moments come to mind, first is the Schilthorn, we had a beautiful sunny day, with amazing views. We loved every minute! We loved the size of the group, and were blessed with great traveling companions. Today's drive is a good time to catch up on your trip journal, listen to music, curl up with a good book, or just sit back and enjoy views of pristine mountains and sparkling lakes. Opportunity to enjoy Oktoberfest in Munich! More free elective time needed. The cowbells are a treat! "Each new venue was a "wow" because I thought hotels, natural beauty, information presented couldn't get any better than the venue we were at - - but they did, every one!". Overall this was another fantastic Rick Steves tour experience. Sleep in Mrren. "Our favorite wow moment was waking up to a view of the Swiss Alps each day we were in Mrren. Excellent tour, well organized, experienced tour guide that seamlessly handled the logistics so we could enjoy every day of our trip and maximize our time. We had so much fun!. The tour was outstanding, but impacted by many tour members contracting covid. The second experience was going to a chamber music concert one evening in Salzburg at the Mirabell Palace. From the beauty of the Bavaria mountains, to the vibrant colors of flowers in Berner Overland, to the thundering water at Trummelbach Falls, the mountains in Switzerland, it was just so WOW seeing God's glory.". Most days are moderate to strenuously paced with 28 miles of walking, including hilly terrain and lots of stairs. For me personally, Lake Hallstatt. There were many unique stops, historically educational & fun things to do: churches, hikes, luge etc. "Both Murren and Hallstatt were unbelievable, Salzburg was really interesting too. This one seemed particularly well done, and we had a fantastic tour group. Mix and Tempo of the Trip was classic Rick Steve's! "Switzerland landscapes, waterfalls & mountain ranges were truly breathtaking.". "We loved hearing the cow bells while hiking in Murren, Switzerland. Beautiful, green, valley bordered by steep Alps. This was our fifth Rick Steves tour, so obviously we like them! It lived up to all that was promised! Gtes htels chambres d'htes et campings de Vende au bord de la mer, dans le Marais Poitevin ou autour du Puy du Fou. Small group size was a big plus. Notes: A: 2 days if you plan to hike Schynige Platte First, 1 day if you plan to visit Grindelwald-First and Bachalpsee only. Our tour guide, Thomas, was wonderful. We were very fortunate to have only 14 persons in our group. Today we'll drive toward Vienna, stopping en route to visit the thought-provoking Mauthausen concentration camp memorial, where we'll learn about the Holocaust and lessons of 19331945. "The Alps of course! But most unusual experience would have been up in the Swiss Alps.". First - hiking through the Swiss Alps during our stay at Murren. "So hard to choose but I've narrowed it down to two! The tour may not return until after midnight. Great guide, excellent group of travelers, comfortable bus with lots of room to spread out. "Visiting Hallstatt, Austria. The lodgings, food, guides, etc., were all very good. We were able to go on the Mary's Bridge. Cannot praise our tour guide, Iris enough., she was magnificent. There is little that could be done to make the experience any better! Here's what you'll see and do on our Germany, Austria & Switzerland tour: Fine print: You are responsible for the cost of your drinks and free-time sightseeing. Amazing how they built those on sheer cliffs -- what a challenge! No bus. We visited small cities, medium cities, large cities, and small villages in the Alps. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment while anticipating the trip of a lifetime! Web14 days: Germany, Austria, Switzerland 10 years ago Save Hi, We are planning our trip for September and have cobbled together the following driving itinerary: day 1 and 2, Great itinerary, wonderful guide (Andrea Wolf), great local guides, brilliant side trip choices, top notch accommodations, comfortable bus with a personable driver (Eric). The beauty was overwhelming. Day 15 Fri, 29 May 2020 Vienna -> 10:45pm flight to Bangalore. There are 6 ways to get from Switzerland to Germany by plane, train, bus, night train or carFlyBusTrain via BaselTrainNight trainDrive. Am I allowed to travel from Switzerland to Germany? Yes, but conditions apply when entering Germany from Switzerland. 14-Days: A Grand Journey to Germany & Austria Just as it says, a Grand Tour of all the 'must see' sites - Munich, Salzburg & Vienna, plus loads of great little gem-like villages and towns along the way. We had one of the best tour groups. Hotels all provided pleasant stay, enjoyed breakfasts and pleasant staff. Europe 10 Day Trip to Germany Austria Switzerland Itinerary Overall, it was a very nice, laid back tour. Upon arrival in Frankfurt, Germany our deluxe motorcoach awaits us. Our guide, Andrea, was cheerful, organized, interesting/informative and did her best to adapt to covid protocols. I researched all the things to do ( I had a long time to do it!) He made sure everyone was satisfied with everything. Locations visited were all fantastic. Excellent trip: tour guide, city guides, variety of locations and experiences, co-travelers. We had an amazing tour guide, Iris. I wish we could be on another tour together. This was a repeat tour for me, with my 'first time on a tour' husband. "Our time in Switzerland was the "WOW" for us! ", Great hotels; great bus driver; amazing locations. There he told us of the rooms acoustics and had us go to the alter. Our group was wonderful also as usual. WebVisit Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Austria, Switzerland, Germany Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Lakes Lake Constance Travel Style Family, Self-Guided +2 more Operated in English Operator Exodus Travels Tour length 8 days Price per day $31 From US $249 Download Brochure View tour View Map In-depth Cultural Alpine Christmas Markets (Small Groups, 9 Days) 9 reviews Our two guides made a point to make sure the kids were engaged and interested and the rest of the group was wonderful as well. Signing up & paying for tour was great. And the alphorn and accordion player concert with a view of the alps was just perfect! It didn't matter that the concert was cancelled because the tour exceeded expectations. No bus. The scenery was spectacular. I found all the information regarding transportation in Murren confusing but he helped tremendously in that regard. We had zero expectations for that section of the trip. Any time between May and October is a good time to take a Best of Germany, Austria & Switzerland tour. "Murren and Vienna and Saltzburg, desserts and pretzels instead of bread on the tables in Germany.". hotels great. I think more needs to be done to keep everyone safe. We suggest arriving a day or two before your tour begins to allow ample time to get over jet lag and be well-rested for the first few days of your tour. Our whole group connected with her! If you're looking to see a lot and have it organized for you, this is the way to go! It was educational and cultural which is what I was looking for in the tour. There was so much variety. It's an essential part of the Rick Steves tour experience. They were world class. We waited 3 years for this trip!!! I loved the history of each place, both from Iris & the city guides. We really enjoyed the Gutach open air museum in the Black Forest.". Switzerland was a favorite for me. Our tour was fabulous! Everything about this tour was perfect. Our guide Donald was excellent! There's no way I could have arranged all these different activities on my own. ", Great tour. It wouldnt seem right to travel to this area and not acknowledge the atrocities that are part of the history. So many opportunities for hiking.". Meals: In Flight Day 2: Arrive in Frankfurt / Night Watchmans Tour Upon arrival in Frankfurt, Germany our deluxe motorcoach awaits us. Fantastic sights and stops. "Murren Switzerland was very special both views and cows with bells!". "Driving into Hallstatt & seeing the view of a hidden village. WebBerlin Wall 14 Days in Germany The Perfect Itinerary. It was absolutely fabulous! Hallstatt was amazing-wish the boat tour had been longer as it was so peaceful on the lake.". We had lovely, heavenly views from our hotel, and took some hikes in the breathtaking nature that surrounds the area. "My favorite "wow" moment was in Baden Baden when my husband and I decided at the last minute to go to the Friedrichsbad Spa. The local tour guides are great, the love for their countries shone through. We had a great first time tour group experience. Aweinspiring!". She gave history behind every place we were visiting. I felt the balance between guided tours and free time to explore museums and hike on our own was perfect. He is passionate about traveling the world, good kosher food / restaurants, social media & the web, technology, hiking, strategy games, and spending time with his friends & family. Walter, our bus driver was terrific, and was missed when he was finished with driving in Vienna. Such a beautiful little village". We enjoyed learning so much about the countries and their history and their way of life now. Definitely a couple questionable hotel and restaurant choices. "Trummelbach Falls were spectacular. Very organized, exceeded my expectations. Henri, our bus driver is a skilled driver and was willing to engage with our group. "LOTS of them! We waited three long years for a green light to keep on traveling with Rick Steves! Andbeing above the clouds at the Schilthorn..sadly the weather wasnt great to hike". The places visited were interesting and historical. "The hike in Swiss Alps near Mrren was a highlight. Tour Grindelwald and Interlaken from Lucerne. "Standing atop Schilthorn Pit Gloria and soaking in the majestic views.". "Staying in Murren and taking the gondolas up to the Schilthorn and around the valley. I'm an amateur photographer and I've wanted to photograph there forever. [DEAL ALERT] 13D10N ITALY SWITZERLAND FRANCE FROM S$2,988 WITH 2 EXTRA NIGHTS IN DUBAI FREE*! I loved Baden-Baden, and Switzerland. We're already planning our next Rick Steves tour! He gave us many options for things to do once we got to our destination. "Murren, Switzerland: the picture postcard valley, mountain views of Eiger and Jungfrau, going up to the Schilthorn, the gondola rides, the town of Murren itself; all "wow"!". From the back of the cathedral he sang an aria. However, everything in Europe holds so much history and culture. The whole experience was unexpected and truly incredible. Bus: 6 hours. We loved Baden Baden, Salzburg and Lake Hallstatt. RS did a good job of keeping members up to date prior to leaving US, Covid Protical's, etc. Lake Halstatt in Austria was beautiful! "The tour's 3-nt stay in Mrren was the perfect stop between Germany's Mosel/BlackForest regions and what was to follow in Bavaria and Austria. We had 20 in our group and everyone was great. We stayed 3 extra nights and there is still more I want to do in Vienna. I would define the tour as very active, by choice. We had a private tour of the lake. Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, and France (11 days 10 nights) October 9-20, 2023 BOOK NOW $2995 double occupancy single occupancy ($3895) not including airfare Deposit ($700) So beautiful.". We checked into our hotel and went to our room. Our tour guides were amazing and our tour group became very much like a family. We'll spend our morning getting a behind-the-scenes look at Munich with a walking tour through its historic Old Town, learning about the "checkered" history and traditions of Bavaria. B: 3 days if you plan to visit all the villages in Lauterbrunnen valley. Signed up in 2019 for 2020, again in 2020 for 2021 and then in 2021 for 2022! Had it not been for COVID, this would have been an outstanding tour. We saw a lot of interesting sights and had great experiences such as riding the luge in the Black Forest and touring the salt mine in Hallstadt. What kept me from giving tour an outstanding rating had to do with short time in Baden Baden, arrived early evening, would have liked an afternoon and evening there. We thoroughly enjoyed all of the experiences on our tour and the friends & memories made along the way made this a great trip. So much natural beauty.". The cities we visited were interesting. I loved that we had to take a gondola to get there, and the views were amazing. We especially loved our hotel which offered a front-row view of the Munch, Eiger, and Jungfrau off our private Deck.". We were traveling with our 3 kids (ages 15,15 and 13) and I was initially a little apprehensive that we wouldnt fit in or that the kids would be bored. Bryan, our tour guide, was unbelievably great - intelligent, informative and often funny. I would have to say that our gondola trip to Schilthorn on a beautiful clear sunny morning was the top "WOW" moment. 10 Day Germany and Austria Itinerary Day 1: Munich Highlight: Patricks parents flight landed late morning Munich time, so we met them at the airport, dropped their luggage off at our place, and then headed out to get lunch. We'll meet at 4 p.m. at our hotel in Cologne for a "Welcome to Germany" meeting. Overall, the tour is a fantastic way to see a lot in a relatively short period of time. The Northern Lights tour departs at approximately 9 PM from Oct 1 - Mar 14, and 10 PM from Sep 1 - Sep 30 & Mar 15 - Apr 15. Salzburg held lots of special memories - the cemetery was a unique experience! We enjoyed him as well. "There were so many "wow" moments but my favorites were the Swiss Alps and Lake Hallstatt. Alternatively, you can fly into Frankfurt am Main (FRA) as this airport will have the most direct flights. Even though we could not see very far ahead through the fog, we could locate the cows throughout the valleys below by the sound of their bells. "So many "wow" moments! Tour guide was great, a lot of COVID rust but great enjoyable group! We had a great guide and our group was really cohesive so that added to the fun. interesting and exciting without being exhausting. I loved his sense of humor, the many surprises that he had for us, his interaction with our bus driver, (Big John), and he kept the bus rides from being boring by telling stories about his personal life or history of the places that we saw along the bus route. FABULOUS! We experienced highlights of the cities visited and had the opportunity to travel with friends who we met on previous RS trips, "Being in Murren after a snowfall. Once you go on one of these tours it will be hard to go back to your old way of traveling.". He is passionate about traveling the world, good kosher food / restaurants, social media & the web, technology, hiking, strategy games, and spending time with his friends & family. We were very excited to be able to take the tour, after having our scheduled trip cancelled in 2020 due to Covid. Day 13 Wed, 27 May 2020 Salzburg -> Vienna in morning. I have to thank Iris for providing me with gluten free meals. Accessibility Information Skip Navigation. We had 14 days for our trip to Germany and did well with Munich, Nuremberg (with side trips), and Fuessen (alps, near the Ludwig castles). WebAustria, Germany and Switzerland Tour Description Spend two weeks extensively exploring some of Europe's most beautiful landscapes. Use AAA on your smartphone to find cheap gas nearby and get travel information, AAA Diamond rated hotels, restaurants, attractions, events, and more. "Neuschwanstein Castle was the reason we booked this particular tour and it did not disappoint. ", It was a good combination of culture, local lore, history, and fun, "Hiking the Swiss Alps was the most fun ever!!!!". It was a real fun group. We enjoyed the variety of this trip, visiting both larger cities as well as smaller countryside towns. WebGermany, Italy & Switzerland 10 days, 4 cities 447 See dates and prices From $2839 with flights Payments as low as $74 See all ( 24) Trip Type: Standard Also available: Ultimate Plus Activity Level: Low Special Departures: Christmas Markets New Years Oktoberfest Overview Itinerary Traveler photos Reviews Why go? This has to be the most beautiful place on earth! Business Visa: Professionals traveling for work purposes. We covered a lot of territory within GAS so spent a lot of hours on the bus. Also the view from the breakfast room in our Vienna hotel, St. Stephens Cathedral, I believe? Even watching her breathing techniques was fascinating. "There were several, but we attended a choir performance at a church in Hallstatt that was one of those spur-of-the moment, little nuggets you can't plan for. Take in the alpine scenery of Chamonix in the French, Italian and Swiss Alpsowned by both France and Italy, then take a trip to Mont Blanc to stand atop the highest peak in the Alps and European Union! Booking round-trip to one city will require a connecting flight, train trip, or additional overnight stay in Europe. The hotels and restaurants we used were top notch and made for a wonderful overall experience! "Our tour group included a family with a challenged, young boy. The Northern Lights tour departs at approximately 9 PM from Oct 1 - Mar 14, and 10 PM from Sep 1 - Sep 30 & Mar 15 - Apr 15. "The depth of the peaceful silence in Murren, the stunning views of the mountains, the town, the cows nothing like anything I had previously experienced. "The location of the hotel in Switzerland was amazing. Also the visit to the Third Man Museum in Vienna was way too long and the local guide there was very eccentric to say the least. ", "Swiss Alps. It was magical!". Click here to post a comment. Gerhard Strassgschwandtner and his museum are amazing and profound. The fall colors were a great bonus.". We had a wonderful time, the group was fantastic, nobody was troublesome or falling behind, all but a few were seasoned travelers. Everyone there clapped. Overall it was very good, our tour guide could not have been better. A fun mix of education, scheduled activities, and free time. Sleep in Vienna. Tour and hotel staff members were kind and friendly. Strenuous walking: 28 miles throughout the day with lots of hills, stairs, and uneven terrain. Our tour was fantastic. 10-Day Germany Itinerary Options: Reverse the trip. No bus. I have celiac disease and can not eat gluten. We have already started talking about which places we want to go back and visit again. Web14 days in Germany, Austria & Switzerland Itinerary. In addition to the scheduled tour activities, we love the free time to explore on our own. 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