Germany and the Alps
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Group Leader: Brian Macias
Requested Return Date: 6/8/2026
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From Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart to Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, follow in the footsteps of genius.
Immersed in Alpine landscapes and rich cultural history, you’ll quickly understand why these countries have inspired artists for centuries. Explore the expansive German countryside that inspired Beethoven to write his nine symphonies, and Heidelberg Castle, where Goethe wrote poetry in the gardens. Who knows—you may find your muse, too.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenburg
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Rothenburg -
Day 3: Rothenburg • Munich
Take a tour of Rothenburg
Travel to Munich
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Day 4: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Munich Cathedral
- New Town Hall
- Hofbräuhaus
Take an excursion to Dachau
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
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Day 5: Munich
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion
Salzburg and the salt mines
Start your full-day excursion in the picturesque village of Berchtesgaden, where you’ll take an exciting underground tour via train, boat, and wooden slides through the 450-year-old salt mines. Continue on to Salzburg for a guided tour of the city of Mozart.
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Day 6: Munich • Neuschwanstein • Liechtenstein • Lucerne
Travel via Neuschwanstein and Liechtenstein to Lucerne
See Neuschwanstein
Visit Ehrenberg Castle
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Day 7: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
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Day 8: Lucerne • Freiburg • Heidelberg
Travel via Freiburg to Heidelberg
Explore Freiburg on your own
Visit Heidelberg Castle and its famous wine barrel
Take a walking tour of Heidelberg
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Day 9: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenburg
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Rothenburg -
Day 3: Rothenburg • Munich
Take a tour of Rothenburg
Travel to Munich
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Day 4: Munich
Take a guided tour of Munich
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Olympic Stadium
- Residenz
- Marienplatz
Take a walking tour of Munich
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Munich Cathedral
- New Town Hall
- Hofbräuhaus
Take an excursion to Dachau
Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
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Day 5: Munich
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion
Salzburg and the salt mines
Start your full-day excursion in the picturesque village of Berchtesgaden, where you’ll take an exciting underground tour via train, boat, and wooden slides through the 450-year-old salt mines. Continue on to Salzburg for a guided tour of the city of Mozart.
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Day 6: Munich • Neuschwanstein • Liechtenstein • Lucerne
Travel via Neuschwanstein and Liechtenstein to Lucerne
See Neuschwanstein
Visit Ehrenberg Castle
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Day 7: Lucerne
Take a walking tour of Lucerne
With your Tour Director you will see:
- Lion Monument
- Kapellbrücke
- Lake Lucerne
Take a cruise on Lake Lucerne
Ride to the top of a Swiss mountain
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Day 8: Lucerne • Freiburg • Heidelberg
Travel via Freiburg to Heidelberg
Explore Freiburg on your own
Visit Heidelberg Castle and its famous wine barrel
Take a walking tour of Heidelberg
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Day 9: Depart for home
Feel confident helping your child see the world
Visit our parents’ page for everything from payment plans, scholarship opportunities, safety protocols, and more.
Are you the “print it, scribble notes on it, stick it to the fridge” type? You can download a printable version of our Parent Guide, too.
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See your tour come to life
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
1 sightseeing tour led by an expert, licensed local guide; 3 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director (5 with extension); 1 walking tour
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Entrances
Dachau; Ehrenberg Castle; Swiss Alps experience; Heidelberg Castle; Heidelberg Castle wine barrel (with extension: Cologne Cathedral; Beethoven House; Museum of German History; Rhine River cruise (seasonal))
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Have questions about this tour? Give us a call at 800-665-5364
