Best of Germany

Day 1 (Door to Door)

Arrive Frankfurt

Enjoy your private car door to door transfer to your departure airport before your flight to Frankfurt.We see the city's sights including the medieval Römerplatz during our orientation tour. Join your companions and Tour Director this evening for a Welcome Drink and briefing.
Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach (FC)

Day 2

Frankfurt - Black Forest (2)

We visit the courtyard at Heidelberg Castle and view the ruins of this beautiful building.We then drive through scenic countryside to Baden-Baden, famous for its spa and casino. Here we see tree-lined boulevards and stately villas.We arrive later in the Black Forest. This evening, savour an exclusive Be My Guest dinner with your fellow travellers. (BB)
Hotel: Maritim Titisee or Hofgut Sternen (SFC)

Day 3

Titisee sightseeing and at leisure

After a leisurely start to the day we enjoy an orientation of quaint Titisee with its famous lakeside road.We learn about the tradition of clock making in the Black Forest and see how cuckoo clocks are made. Your Travel Director will suggest a number of activities which are available for you to consider in the Black Forest this afternoon. (BB)
Hotel: Maritim Titisee or Hofgut Sternen (SFC)

Day 4

Black Forest - Neuschwanstein - Obermmergau - Munich (2)

Today we drive east through picturesque Bavarian scenery to Neuschwanstein and visit the spectacular 19th century Gothic Revival palace built for the reclusive King Ludwig. We then stop in Oberammergau, the village that 'struck a deal with God' in 1633 as the plague gripped Europe, vowing to perform the Passion Play if spared. We enjoy a woodcarving demonstration and see handmade crafts made by talented local artists. We then arrive later in Munich, a city in the heart of Bavaria. Tonight, you might like to sample the local brew! (BB)
Hotel: Hilton City (SFC)

Day 5

Munich sightseeing and Dachau excursion

Our orientation of Munich includes the Olympic Stadium, Ludwigstrasse and Marienplatz, famous for its Glockenspiel Carillon. We are at leisure afterwards to explore the city on our own. Visit Munich's fine museums or hire a bicycle to see the sights. This afternoon we visit the concentration camp at Dachau for an insight into the horrors of the Holocaust. Tonight join your travelling companions for a special Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant. (BB, HD)
Hotel: Hilton City (SFC)

Day 6

Munich - Rothenburg

We follow the Romantic Road through picturesque medieval villages and immaculate countryside to Rothenburg where we walk through this charming hamlet with our Tour Director and view quaint half-timbered houses and the old Town Hall. We dine tonight at our hotel. (BB, D)
Hotel: Prinzhotel (FC)

Day 7

Rothenburg - Nuremberg - Bayreuth - Mödlareuth - Dresden

In Nuremberg, our orientation includes views of St. Sebald's Cathedral and a visit to the bustling market place. We stop and enjoy views of the Wagner Festival Theatre in Bayreuth before a short drive brings us toMödlareuth. Until 1989 this village was divided in two by the BerlinWall.We learn about its unique history at the open-air museum and see the remaining towers and fortifications. We arrive later in Dresden, known in the 18th century as the 'Florence of the north'. (BB, D)
Hotel: Pullman Dresden Newa (FC)

Day 8

Dresden - Berlin (2)

Dresden's striking skyline features delicate spires, soaring towers and domed churches. We see the city's highlights including the Opera House and Zwinger Palace during our orientation. Later we travel to the historic city of Berlin for a two night stay. This evening, don't miss the opportunity to explore Berlin's famously diverse nightlife. (BB)
Hotel: Hilton (SFC)

Day 9

Berlin sightseeing and at leisure

Berlin is a remarkable city that has survived revolution, fascism and bombings. It was ripped in half and reunited and features fascinating history everywhere you look. Our expert local guide shows us the famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard, the German State Opera House and the Reichstag Building. We see the old East and West sections, the Tiergarten and the shopping and entertainment district of Kurfürstendamm. We are free afterwards to explore at leisure. Visit museums and galleries or shop for souvenirs. This evening join your companions for a Farewell Dinner of German specialities at a lovely local restaurant. (BB, FD)
Hotel: Hilton (SFC)

Day 10 (Door to Door)

Depart Berlin

Say goodbye to your fellow travellers at the end of a memorable and illuminating holiday. Transfers are available to Berlin International Airport for your return flight back to the UK. On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting private car for your door to door transfer to your home. (BB)

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Overall customer rating 3.35 () 3 Reviews

• • Product :
    I thought it was really well planned with an excellent guide. Just as well I went in 2011 since I see the 2012 version has dropped the first part of the tour with the Rhine, Cologne and Hamburg. I liked the ability to opt out of excursions which gave me a full day in both Berlin and Munich. Good balance of things to see but maybe a bit too much emphasis on Nazis.

  • Service Rating :
    Service from the company itself was fine. However the driver sent to pick me up got lost on the way to Heathrow and it was a good thing I knew the roads well. On return to Heathrow I was not met and had to go home by Underground.
    

  • Response :
    At Milestones we really do appreciate all the feedback we get from our clients and we are very pleased to hear that you found your tour to be well planned, with an excellent guide. The guides we use are often a wealth of local knowledge and history.
    Your comments about the itinerary itself, will be passed onto our Product team.
    
    I am sorry to hear that you experienced problems with your transfers, I will be looking into this in more detail for you. Very occasionally we get some drivers who are not always familiar with the best local routes and often appreciate the advice from clients who may know a better way.
    We always give the supplier a contact number for the client should we have one and we also put the suppliers contact number on your transfer voucher, so if there are any problems or delays on your return, you can contact the supplier directly.
    
    We would like to thank you for choosing to travel with Milestones.
    
    Kind regards,
    
    Debbie Pullum
    Customer Relations

  • Left 127 days ago

• • Product :
    Leader always thinking what was best for the very large group. Hotels excellent, though 2 nights in more than 2 cities would have been popular.

  • Service Rating :
    Very good leader, always thinking of comfort stops, early starts to avoid traffic and tourist congestion. Clear instructions with booking etc.
    

  • Response :
    Thank you for such positive praise of your Tour Director and our services. These compliments will be passed onto the relevant departments to be shared directly.
    
    Our Tour Directors are highly experienced and as such often held in high regard.
    
    We look forward to welcoming you on another holiday with Milestones.
    
    Kind Regards
    Shasheen Norton-Laver
    Customer Relations

  • Left 128 days ago