INCLUDING SKIP-THE-LINE TICKETS NEUSCHWANSTEIN - EVEN AT SHORT NOTICE!
NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE - dream destination for tourists from all over the world! Visit King Ludwig II's most famous fairytale castle in comfort and without waiting in long lines on this exclusive private tour. Learn interesting facts about the country & its people and all the sights from your professional and friendly tour guide. Plus, enjoy private pickup and rides through the enchanting Bavarian countryside in our comfortable and new Mercedes- or VW-Minivan.
Are you now ready for a terrific adrenaline-kick? It starts quite harmlessly: A chairlift takes you in picturesque alpine mountains to a cozy mountain restaurant and to the start of the adventurous ALPINE COASTER at 4,166 ft (1,270 m) altitude. Take a seat on one of the rail-guided sledges of the 1st WORLD's LONGEST weatherproof toboggan run with magnetic brakes - here we go: On a length of 1,6 miles(!) with breathtaking views and adventurous curves you whizz 100% safely into the valley.
Other great attractions such as Linderhof palace or a guided tour of the historic town center in nearby Oberammeregau with its world-famous wall paintings and the largest Passion Play Theatre in the world are still waiting for you..!
THE ALPINE COASTER IS OPEN FROM EASTER TO THE BEGINNING OF NOVEMBER!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ > Licensed, friendly and passionate Guide
✔ > Selected scenic routes
✔ > Please announce under "Special requirements" the Nr. of children, who are 17 years or younger
✔ > No hidden costs!
✔ > Mineral water
✔ > Entrance fee to NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE - including Skip-the-Line surcharge - even at short notice!
✔ > Drive in new luxurious Mercedes- or VW Minivan (a/c) - only your group participates!
✔ > Duration: 9.5 hrs or 11 hrs
✖ < Alpine Coaster, Prices (2024): Adults € 16.50, Children 8-15 years: € 12.00
✖ < Food
✖ < Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Star G Hotel Munchen Schwabing
2. Hotel Landhaus Ambiente
3. Super 8 by Wyndham Munich City West
4. Rilano 24|7 Hotel Munchen
5. Hotel Sollner Hof
6. Villa am Schlosspark
7. Leonardo Hotel Munich City East
8. H2 Hotel Munchen Messe
9. Wies'n Loft
10. Seibel's Park-Hotel
11. NH Munchen Messe
12. Amadeus Hotel
13. Ahorn Hotel
14. Hotel Ferchenhof Munchen
15. Pension Mainburg
16. Hotel Perlach
17. Empress Hotel
18. Classik Hotel Martinshof
19. Hotel Blutenburg
20. Hotel Perlach Allee by Blattl
Additional Info: .
Pick up at any hotel/address in Munich at 8:30 am (only with option "XXL-Time Credit") or 9:30 am (valid for all options)
Pick-up (and/or return) is also possible outside Munich (e.g. MUC airport) on customer request; additional costs may apply. We will be happy to inform you!
Itinerary
1
Theresienwiese
We carefully curate our selection of sights for each tour to give you the ultimate tour experience. At the same time, this is YOUR exclusive tour, so we welcome your suggestions and do our best to accommodate your wishes. Whether you prefer to stay longer at one stop or add a whole new one, let us know and we’ll adapt your bespoke tour accordingly.
... but now: Look forward to a delightful tour, resting assured that you are in best hands with your friendly & professional tour guide, who will take you on eventful, informative yet relaxing excursions in our new Mercedes- or VW Comfort Minivan.
...after driving along the Theresienwiese - the venue of the largest folk festival in the world, the Oktoberfest - we leave Munich and take the Autobahn (motorway) heading South ...
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Are you ready for a spectacular but 100% safe adrenaline-kick? A chairlift takes you in the picturesque alpine mountain scenery to a cozy mountain restaurant and to the start of the adventurous ALPINE COASTER at 1,270 m (4.170 ft) altitude: With the 1st world's longest weatherproof toboggan run with magnetic brakes, you can reach the valley at a length of 2,600 meters (1,6 miles) with breathtaking views and adventurous curves. You set the pace! (A safety mechanism intervenes reliably at too high speeds automatically. Due to the magnetic brakes, operation is also possible in the rain, but not in thunderstorms.)
Prices (2024): Adults: € 16.50/Children 6-15 years: € 12.00
Duration: 1.3333333333333 hours
3
Oberammergau
Due to the corona crisis, the world-famous Oberammergau Passion Play had to be postponed by 2 years for the first time since the 2nd World War. Since 1680, this major event, which goes back to a vow from 1633, has always taken place at the full decade.
We are happy to show you the world's largest Passion Play theatre and its spectacular "convertible stage" on a guided tour of the town and will also be happy to explain the enchanting murals ("Lüftlmalereien") to you.
Take the time to go shopping - numerous shops offer souvenirs in a wide and non-expensive range, including the famous Oberammergau wood carvings.
Duration: 40 minutes
4
Pilgrimage Church of Wies
The world's most beautiful rococo church is this 18th-century sacred building at the foot of the Ammergau Alps. Why such a jewel was built in the middle of agricultural meadows, you will gladly find out, among many other details, from your guide.
Please note: We reserve the right to show you a similarly magnificent late Baroque church instead of the Wieskirche.
Duration: 25 minutes
5
Schloss Neuschwanstein
NEUSCHWANSTEIN castle - dream destination for innumerable travelers from all over the world! No building in Germany is visited more often than Ludwigs most famous fairytale castle, whose construction was begun in 1869.
It was dedicated to Ludwig's favorite composer Richard Wagner; the neo-Romanesque façade is deceptive that the progress made enthusiastic king build it as a high-tech castle. *****
During the 35-minute castle tour, you will be shown all the King's completed living quarters. On the subsequent 15-minute walk to the exit, you will pass through one of the unfinished floors, after which you will see the unusually modern kitchen of the castle and the planned bathroom. You will be well informed about the special features of these rooms by your guide before the castle tour. *****
Due to the corona crisis, the guided tours in the castle have been significantly reduced - the demand far exceeds the supply. As a participant of our excursion, however, you will always receive SKIP-THE-LINE tickets for the castle visit.
Duration: 2.5 hours
6
Queen Mary's Bridge (Marienbrucke)
Mary's bridge - THE TOP VIEWPOINT - (built in 1866 by King Ludwig II) and one of the most famous in the world! It can be easily reached by a shuttle bus (€ 3.00 p.p.) from the parking lot or on a nice 40-minute uphill hike. From the bridge you'll reach the castle entrance within a 20-minute walk downhill and pass one more magnificent viewpoint! PLEASE NOTE: Due to its popularity, there may be waiting times for both the shuttle bus and access to the bridge! But not far from Mary's bridge you can reach another spectacular viewpoint - without waiting!
Duration: 20 minutes
7
Starnberger See
A highlight of both landscape and history is the second largest lake in Bavaria, the 'Starnberger See', which was rightly once called the "Lake of the Dukes".
On the shores there are countless villas and mansions from bygone times.
Even today, the city of Starnberg has the highest millionaire density in Germany.
Marvel at the magnificent summer residences of Sissi, the enchanting and unhappy Empress Elisabeth of Austria.
After a short walk to the beach you will see the tiny 'Roseninsel' (Rose Island). It is the only island in the lake and was royally owned until the 20th century.
Furthermore, we show you on the opposite shore the place where Ludwig II died mysteriously on 13 June 1886.
Duration: 15 minutes
8
Schloss Linderhof
(OPTIONAL, only with option "XXL-Time Credit"): LINDERHOF palace in the idyllic Graswang Valley, in the middle of the Ammergau Alps, was the favorite palace of King Ludwig II. Following the French model, it was the only one of the three "fairy tale castles" to be completed. During the 30-minute guided tour, let yourself be overwhelmed by the unique and lavish interior design in French Baroque style and by the world-famous "Little Table-set-yourself" (Tischlein-deck-dich)! ***** Admission (2024): adults € 10.00 (children under 18 free admission)
Duration: 1.25 hours
9
Plansee
(OPTIONAL, only with option "XXL-Time Credit"): Let yourself be overwhelmed by this scenically unique ride through Austria along the crystal clear plan lake framed by Tyrolean and Bavarian mountain peaks. A section of the route leads through Austrian territory, so please remember to have valid identity documents. PLEASE NOTE: In case of unfavorable traffic conditions, we drive a similarly attractive route on the Bavarian side.
Duration: 40 minutes
10
Ettal Abbey
(OPTIONAL, only with option "XXL-Time Credit"): Founded only in the 14th century, Ettal Monastery is one of the highlights of this tour due to its Gothic-Baroque church with its monumental dome.
The Benedictine monks there not only run a High school, but also brew the delicious Ettal beer, which can be enjoyed on site together with specialties from Bavarian cuisine in one of the numerous inns.
Duration: 20 minutes
11
Upper Bavaria
Between the sights and during the trips to and from your hotel, you will enjoy the journey in our luxurious Minivans with panoramic glass roof, full leather upholstery, all conceivable safety precautions and exciting information from your friendly and professional tour guide.
Duration: 2.75 hours
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Can you walk the slightly uphill paved path from the car park to Neuschwanstein Castle - approx. 1.5 km (1 mile) within 45 minutes? If not, an additional (waiting) time requirement for the horse-hybrid carriage or shuttle bus must be taken into account. In any case, you still have to walk about 450 meters (with up to 15% gradient) or about 500m (with up to 19% gradient) from the respective terminus to the castle entrance! We will be happy to accompany you so that you can reach your guided tour in time! (PRICES: > horse-drawn carriage € 8.00 for ascent/€ 4.00 for descent; > shuttle bus (€ 3.50 for round trip, does not run during snow and ice)
• Alpine Coaster: Children are only allowed to use the Alpine Coaster from the age of 3 (proof of age required). Children under the age of 8 may only use the Alpine Coaster as a passenger together with an older person (from 16 years, minimum height 4.5 ft or 1,35 m).
• Photo credit: Foto #2 (Thronsaal Neuschwanstein) © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (Thronsaal Neuschwanstein) © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (Thronsaal Neuschwanstein) © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (Thronsaal Neuschwanstein) © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung #4 (Thronsaal Neuschwanstein) © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung, Foto #12 (Thronsaal Neuschwanstein) mit freundlicher Genehmigung © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung
