Our Tour begins at 08:30 form our Discover Bavaria shop. We have hassle free "SKIP THE LINE" tickets available on our bus, on the day of your tour so simply pay the guide directly in cash on site € 23,50pp.
We will have time to shop and experience the village of Hohenschwangau before your Guide walks up with you to the castle.
FYI - There are NO horse & Carriage or BUS rides in winter and Mary's bridge may also be closed. We will only know this upon arrival.
Upon exiting the castle, we all walk back to the bus together. The trip back to Munich is around 2 hours, arriving back at app. 4.30pm at the English Garden/Surfers and YES they surf all year round!
Those that don't want to join us for the walking tour can end the tour at Max Joseph Platz. Our walking tour covers three Xmas markets & Third Reich spots of interest before ending our tour at the Marienplatz Xmas Market (til Dec. 23), thereafter the markets close down and we simply do a historical walking tour of the old town.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Local guide
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ On-board restrooms
✔ Transport by luxury bus with 50 seats but only with 35 max guests.
✖ Lunch and beverages
✖ Gratuities
✖ SKIP THE LINE CASTLE TOUR TICKETS - you can buy these from your guide on the bus.
✖ Alcoholic Beverages
✖ Bottled water
Departure & Return
Departure:
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The Discover Bavaria shop is on Hochbrueckenstrasse 10 corner of Brauehausstrasse 10 - look for blue bikes outside the shop.
Itinerary
1
Bus Bavaria Neuschwanstein Castle Tours
We meet here to begin the tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
2
Romantic Road
We travel along the Romantic road to reach the castle. Stunning views and the Alps are not to be missed.
3
Hohenschwangau
This will be our first stop and we get some free time here to shop for Xmas presents.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Schloss Neuschwanstein
Our first stop on tour is the quaint village of Hohenschwangau where the castle is located.
Castle Ticket Purchase:
As a reminder, castle tickets are not included in the tour price. You can conveniently purchase them from your guide on the day of the tour for €23.50 per person. This ensures a seamless experience and eliminates the need for pre-booking.
Duration: 4 hours
5
English Garden
We stop here to see the surfers and then continue on the walking tour showing you the highlights of Munich's old town before ending the tour at Marienplatz.
Duration: 30 minutes
6
Residenz Munchen
Our guide will revile you with the rich history of this palace in the heart of Munich.
Duration: 10 minutes
7
Odeonsplatz
Our guide will give you the history of this monumental place in the hear of Munich
Duration: 15 minutes
8
Max-Joseph-Platz
For those of you who choose not to do the walking tour with us, the bus will drop you off in the city Center - 2 min walk from the Marienplatz.
Duration: 2 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Sturdy winter shoes are recommended
• Bring local currency in cash as credit cards are not widely accepted
• This day trip is not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• Please try and have the exact amount to purchase the Castle Entry tickets from the guide - 23,50€pp
• SOME MEASURE OF FITNESS IS EXPECTED AS THERE IS A STEEP HILL AND STAIRS ON TOUR