Contrasting Lands: Bavaria and Eastern Germany

Where to Wander on Day One?

It can be hard to decide how to spend your first hours in Berlin, since the city offers so much for every personal preference. If you’d like to see the city’s more artistic and hip side, we recommend focusing on the district of Kreuzberg, southeast of the city’s Mitte (“middle”) district. If you’d prefer to stay within walking distance of your hotel, we suggest focusing on the area around Hackescher Markt, north of Museum Island, or heading to Alexanderplatz, where you’ll find the city’s best view from atop its signature TV tower. Speak to your local representative for insider tips.

Berlin City Group Tour

Enjoy a three hour walking tour of Berlin as part of a group. Your guide will introduce you to this surprisingly diverse capital, share some interesting facts and stories and give you further recommendations if asked. Being part of the group will also give you the chance to learn more about the fellow participants suggestions for Berlin.

A Museum Paradise

Varied Districts and Green Spaces

Berlin's a vast and sprawling city with some very diverse neighborhoods. You definitely couldn't explore all of our suggestions in a day so we feel it's best to pick one that fits your interests.

Potsdam, City of Kings: 6-hour Private Walking Tour

Your professional, local guide will meet you in Berlin and take you to Potsdam, starting at the Glienicke Bridge, famously known as the "Bridge of Spies." From there, you’ll cross into former East Germany and visit the New Gardens to see the Marble Palace across Heiliger See Lake. Next, explore Cecilienhof Palace, where the Potsdam Conference set the stage for the Cold War, and continue through Potsdam’s historic center via the Nauen Gate and Dutch Quarter to Brandenburg Gate. The tour concludes at Sanssouci Gardens, where you’ll see Frederick the Great’s palace, his grave, and other notable sites before returning to Berlin. Bathroom and refreshment breaks are included.

The Jewel Box of Europe

For something unique, visit the “Green Vault” in the Neumarkt section of the old town. Here you will find the largest treasure trove in Europe, if not the world. Located within Dresden’s main palace, the architecture alone is exceptional, with its mix of modern and Baroque elements, to say nothing of its glittering collection. A true gem, you could spend a good portion of the day just looking over its literal gems.

Dresden Old Town Private Walking Tour

A must-do for getting to know the city of Dresden is strolling through its historical Old Town. From the majestically situated Theatre Square with the world-famous Semper Opera House to the baroque Zwinger Festival Square with its striking landmark - the Crown Gate and from the galleries lined with fountains to Taschenbergpalais, the former residence of Countess Cosel, Dresden remains a major cultural centre of historical memory.

A Day Trip to Meissen

Meissen is a quaint German city that is one of our favorite destinations for a day trip outside Dresden. Here you can explore a 15th century castle and cathedral, and also admire the lovely architecture and cobblestone streets. The city is world-famous for its porcelain, so a visit to the factory shop should definitely be on the agenda. Domkeller and Frauenkirche are Meissen's two famous cathedrals, and both are beautiful. You'll love settling into the slow pace of life here. For more information about Meissen, please read our blog post.

Climb the Castle Hill

After getting settled, we recommend ascending through the city to the imposing castle at one end of the historic center. The castle and the neighboring city walls are considered one of the most imposing medieval fortifications in Europe. In contrast, the castle itself offers the best view of the city and its preserved center. Be sure to check out the castle gardens, which are a quiet retreat from the bustle of the city.

Old Town and Nazi Rally Grounds Group Walking Tour

Join a group walking tour and discover this amazing medieval town with a professional guide. You'll dive deep into the city's sometimes dark history, including its ties to Nazism.

First Night, First Beers

When in Munich, drink as the locals do. Munich has certainly earned its title as “Beer Capital of the World,” so what could be a better activity for your first night than going to one of its famed beer halls, meeting locals, and hearing their stories? If you’re the teetotalling type or raucous beer halls aren’t your thing, you can take a nice walk down Neuhauser Strasse, followed by the Kaufingerstrasse, leading to the city’s most famous square, the Marienplatz, with its magnificent city hall, the Neues Rathaus.

An Introduction to Munich

Today you’ll be taking some of your first steps through Munich in the company of an expert private guide. This three-hour tour offers a short, sharp and comprehensive overview of the historic center’s major landmarks. You’ll be taking in all the key historical sites, the most beautiful churches, and the most famous beer halls and gardens. You won’t ignore the more sinister aspects of Munich’s Nazi past, but you’ll see the better face of this lovely city as well, and hear the best stories and most interesting facts.

Bavarian Food & Beer Private Tour

The self-proclaimed "Beer Capital of the World," Munich is rightfully proud of its beer halls and beer gardens, and, of course, Oktoberfest. Enjoy this introduction to the history of Bavarian beer and to Munich's beer culture, which have not just become the base for beloved traditions, but played key roles in German history and politics. On this two-hour walking tour, you'll feast and drink aplenty, as you visit some of Munich's best traditional restaurants and beer halls. Come hungry, as in addition to many memorable local beers, you'll enjoy snacks from pretzels to a rich traditional Brotzeit platter.

Bavarian Beer Group Tour

What could be a more fitting way to explore Munich than a beer tour? On this splendid evening with like-minded fellow-travelers you'll see why Munich is considered by many to be the beer capital of the world as you not only delve into amazing beers, pretzels, and cold cuts, but also the role Munich's beer culture has played in its history and that of Germany itself.

More Than a Viktualienmarkt Small Group Food Tour

Prosperous Munich is perhaps Germany's food capital. This tour invites you to discover the various culinary delights of Bavarian/Franconian cuisine on an easy walk. You'll discover a great variety of food in a relatively small area. The neighborhood around Viktualienmarkt is rich in historical sites as well. You will explore the Marienplatz, the local food market and the Jewish Quarter, with its synagogue - all within a few hundred meters. As you walk, you'll stop by food stalls, taste local samples and wash them down with real Bavarian beer, for a fulfilling experience!

Neuschwanstein Castle Small Group Tour

Neuschwanstein Castle Day Trip with Private Transportation

This is a fantastic tour around one of the world's most beautiful castles! Your guide will tell you about the history of the place and some of the unique features that make it special. It's like visiting a fairy tale world. Along the way you'll also enjoy a lovely and scenic drive through the countryside.

Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Small Group Tour