German & Czech WWII Route

See the City From Above at Alexanderplatz

One of the liveliest places in Berlin, Alexanderplatz is East Berlin's unofficial main square, with cinemas, restaurants, shops and many other places of interest close by. The EU's second tallest structure, the Berlin TV Tower, has been Berlin's dominant landmark for decades. The express elevator will get you to the observation deck with panoramic views high above the city. You can see and plan your next move at some of the city’s well-known sights, from the Reichstag Parliament building and Brandenburg Gate to the Olympic Stadium or former Tempelhof airport, all while enjoying a meal in the revolving restaurant.

Third Reich Group Walking Tour

Explore sites connected to Berlin's darkest period, learning about the rise and fall of the Third Reich. An expert local guide will point out reminders of the final Soviet attack on the city's core, including the fighting for the Reichstag. You will then visit the site where Hitler's bunker was once located, and many other places connected to the Nazi regime and its horrors, learning about the lives of the city's people, those who aided and resisted the regime, as you go.

Berlin's Underworlds

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Site Group Tour

After meeting your guide at the Friedrichstrasse train station, beside the "Palace of Tears," you'll take a train to the nearby town of Oranienburg, then walk to the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, a mile away. You’ll learn about notable prisoners, such as Stalin’s son, British commandos executed as spies, and homosexuals forced to test military equipment and break in boots through endless marches. The tour will also cover what happened once the Red Army arrived and the camp was turned over to its new owner, the precursor to the KGB.

The Rooms Where it Happened

The Third Reich in Dresden Private Walking Tour

This tour will take you on a memorable journey into Dresden's nadir, and the propaganda and promises that helped people accept and take part in the Nazi regime. Explore the myth and human motivations that shaped this dark period of world history while taking a guided walk through Dresden's historic center, which was destroyed during World War II but has since largely risen from the ashes.

Prague Jewish Quarter Group Tour

World War II Group Tour

The Dreadful Fate of Lidice Village

Terezin Group Tour

This visit is essential to understanding the complicated history that unfolded here in 1941, when the region’s Jewish communities were deported through Terezin to death camps. It is also extremely relevant to understand what happened to so many innocent people through actual artifacts, children’s drawings, poetry, and other rare items which survived their owners to speak so eloquently for them. Terezin was completely different psychologically and physically from any of the 632 other camps.

The Heroes of Operation Anthropoid

The Cathedral of Saints Cyril and Methodius in Prague’s New Town pays homage to the seven Czech and Slovak commandoes who were killed there during a gun battle with Nazi troops, at the end of "Operation Anthropoid." Trained in the UK, these commandoes assassinated Reinhard Heydrich, the Holocaust's chief architect, and one of Hitler's closest henchmen. The church has a memorial to the paratroopers who hid in the church crypt and prayer loft. An exhibition about Heydrich’s reign of terror is located in the underground vaults, and open Tuesday through Sunday.

The Nuremberg Trials

In the aftermath of World War II, the pages of history were turned, and a measure of justice meted out in the Nuremberg Palace of Justice courtroom. The leaders of the Nazi regime who hadn't eluded capture had to face accountability for their crimes during the International Military Tribunal held here in 1945 and 1946. These trials established crucial precedents in international criminal law and popularized the notion of "crimes against humanity." Formerly an operational courtroom, Courtroom 600 is now accessible to the public. The courthouse's top floor houses a documentation center, offering insights into the defendants, their crimes, the subsequent Nuremberg Trials of 1946-49, and their enduring impact. Just so you know, the courthouse is closed on Tuesdays.

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.

Documenting Nazi Misdeeds

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.

Third Reich Private Walking Tour

Munich's Jewish Heritage

Munich is home to Germany's second-largest Jewish community, surpassed only by Berlin. Interestingly, a considerable number of homeless Jews sought refuge in Munich after World War II, deeming it a safer haven under the protection of American soldiers compared to certain eastern regions. Additionally, a significant influx occurred post the dissolution of the Soviet Union, with a subsequent wave of well-educated Israelis joining the community. This vibrant and cosmopolitan Jewish community is rich in history, from its predecessors to the era of Nazism. Exploring the city's Jewish landmarks and enjoying the finest kosher cuisine at a notable restaurant is highly recommended.

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Group Tour

The Dachau Concentration Camp was the very first permanent camp, and operated until the very last days of WWII, when it was liberated by Japanese-American troops. After the war, it was used to house Nazi prisoners, refugees, and even American soldiers. Your guide will give you a comprehensive tour of the entire area, including the surviving buildings, the museum exhibition center, and a cinema, where you'll watch an English-language documentary.

Eagle's Nest Private Tour

Drive from Munich, along a scenic alpine road into the marvelous valley of Berchtesgaden and to your destination - the Eagle's Nest, where a special bus will bring you to the entrance area. You'll then take an elevator through the mountain into the Eagle's Nest itself. Spend some time at the NS (National Socialism) Documentation Center, and walk through bunkers before heading back to Munich on this guided private tour.