Full Germany Circuit and Charming Cities (2026)

Day 1

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!Early in the morning, we’ll travel to BELGIUM. In BRUGES, we’ll discover the most charming of all Belgian cities. There will be time for lunch and a leisurely walk. In the early afternoon, we’ll depart for the NETHERLANDS, arriving in AMSTERDAM.

Day 2

We’ll begin the morning with a guided tour of AMSTERDAM, combining several highlights: the iconic image of the windmill and the Rembrandt statue, the contemporary elegance of the South District, and the centuries-old tradition of diamond cutting at Museum Square. Finally, we’ll leave the bus and walk into the heart of the city, where the tour will end. Free time afterward.After lunch, we’ll depart from Amsterdam and head toward GERMANY. Overnight stay in the HANNOVER area.Note: On dates when there are trade fairs or congresses, the accommodation may be in a nearby town.

Day 3

After breakfast, we travel to the RAMMELSBERG Mines, a historic silver mining center near Goslar that was exploited since the Middle Ages and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Entrance to the museum, which tells the story of this mine, is included. We then continue on to GOSLAR, with its magnificent medieval old town, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, noted for its half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and the majestic Church of St. Peter.Our journey continues to GÖTTINGEN, an important university and scientific center where the Brothers Grimm once lived. We will have time for lunch and a stroll through its historic old town. In the afternoon, we head toward Thuringia, stopping in BAD SOODEN, a small and picturesque spa town nestled among mountains and beautifully preserved. Afterwards, we continue to EISENACH, a city with a splendid Baroque and Renaissance old town, home to the Bach House and Luther House. Dinner included.

Day 4

We’ll start the day with a visit to the impressive Wartburg Castle (tickets included), a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Martin Luther translated the New Testament into German. Perched high above the town of Eisenach, this fortress offers not only a journey through German history, but also breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.After the visit, we’ll return to EISENACH, where you’ll have free time for lunch and to explore at your own pace. If you’re passionate about music, you might want to visit the Bach House, the birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach. Alternatively, you can explore the Automobile Museum, located in the former main factory of East Germany’s car industry, home to an impressive collection of vintage vehicles. Our journey will continue to GOTHA, where we’ll admire its majestic Baroque palace (exterior visit) and stroll through its charming historic center.We’ll then travel to ERFURT, the capital of Thuringia, a lively city known for its grand cathedral and beautifully preserved medieval old town. One of its highlights is a picturesque bridge lined with houses, continuously inhabited for more than 500 years.By late afternoon, we’ll arrive in LEIPZIG, one of Germany’s most culturally and historically rich cities. This vibrant metropolis was home to renowned composers such as Bach and Wagner, played a major industrial role during the era of the GDR, and today thrives with a population of over half a million.

Day 5

Leaving LEIPZIG, we’ll stop at the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, inaugurated in 1913 and standing 91 meters tall. This monument commemorates a famous battle during the Napoleonic Wars. We’ll then continue to DRESDEN, the capital of SAXONY, renowned for its Baroque and Renaissance architecture, its palaces, and its beautiful riverside promenades along the Elbe River. Next, we’ll head to Bavaria, arriving in BAMBERG, a stunning, lively city—don’t miss a stroll through its picturesque Little Venice. Our journey will then take us to NUREMBERG, the second-largest city in Bavaria, with a rich history. We recommend visiting the site where Hitler’s Coliseum once stood.

Day 6

Today’s journey will be full of surprises. From Kelheim, we’ll board a boat for a short cruise along the Danube valley, passing through the Danube Gorge. Our first stop will be Kloster Weltenburg, a beautiful Benedictine monastery founded in 1040. Next, we’ll visit DACHAU, where we’ll tour the Nazi concentration camp museum. After having lunch, 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.

Day 7

We will head toward Baden-Württemberg. Arrival in STUTTGART, a city that is home to the headquarters of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. Its downtown area is very pleasant, with its castle, large parks, and one of the largest botanical gardens in Europe. After lunchtime, we continue to HEIDELBERG, a city dominated by its grand palace and home to a university founded in the 14th century. We recommend strolling around the Marktplatz and the old town, where you’ll find numerous cafés and plenty of activity.

Day 8

We leave early in the morning for FRANCE. Around ten o’clock we arrive in STRASBOURG, where we include a boat ride along the canals of this impressive city, where French and German cultures blend together. Afterwards, you’ll have time to see its magnificent cathedral, the European Parliament, and explore the very picturesque “Petite France” district. In the early afternoon, we depart for PARIS, arriving at the end of the day.Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories.Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night.