Trails of Europe: Amsterdam, Germany, and Salzburg
Amsterdam
8 days
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Itinerary
- We will provide the arrival transfer from Amsterdam airport to the hotel. We will have the rest of the day free to explore the city at our own pace. Bed and breakfast at the Leonardo Royal Amsterdam, Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam (Arena Boulevard), or similar.
- We will begin the day with a tour of Amsterdam, one of the most charming cities in the Netherlands. We will start our walking tour of the historic center in the Amsterdam Centraal Station area, where we will admire Dam Square—the city's nerve center—with the majestic 17th-century Royal Palace as a backdrop. We will also visit the Flower Market, famous for its colorful stalls and its well-known tradition linked to tulips. In the afternoon, we will enjoy a cruise along Amsterdam's iconic canals, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from where you can appreciate its gabled houses, historic bridges, and vibrant urban life. After the cruise, we will have free time to explore the city at our own pace. We recommend visiting one of its famous museums or strolling through its historic neighborhoods. Bed and breakfast at the Leonardo Royal Amsterdam, Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam (Arena Boulevard), or similar.
- After breakfast, we will leave Amsterdam and head towards Germany, crossing through the center of the Netherlands. We will make a short stop in Nijmegen, considered the oldest city in the Netherlands, located on the banks of the Waal River and featuring a pleasant historic atmosphere. During the stop, we can take a stroll through its center, where the Grote Markt square stands out with its traditional buildings and lively terraces. We will continue towards Cologne. In the afternoon, we will include a rewarding boat trip on the Rhine River, which will allow us to contemplate the city from another perspective, admiring its skyline dominated by Cologne Cathedral—the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe, housing the relics of the Three Magi, making it one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Europe. We will also see the Great St. Martin Church, the modern Kranhäuser, and the main bridges over the Rhine, including the Hohenzollernbrücke. Next, we will take a panoramic tour combined with walking routes, leading us around the Cathedral and the charming old town (Altstadt), with its cobblestone streets and colorful houses. To complete the local experience, we recommend tasting a traditional Kölsch beer in one of the typical taverns (Brauhäuser) downtown. Afterward, we will have free time before transferring to the hotel. Bed and breakfast at the Courtyard by Marriott Cologne, Cologne Marriott Hotel, Art Hotel Köln, Radisson Blu Hotel Bonn, or similar.
- We will depart Cologne for Bonn, the former capital of Germany and birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven. Upon arrival, we will take a walking tour of the historic center, visiting some of its most representative landmarks, such as Münsterplatz with the composer's statue, Bonn Minster (Bonner Münster), and the area around the Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus) in the market square. The tour includes admission to the Beethoven House (Beethoven-Haus), the musician's birthplace, now a museum housing an outstanding collection dedicated to his life and work. We will also have the chance to experience the local atmosphere in its shopping streets. We will then continue to Heidelberg, stopping en route for lunch. Upon arrival, we will take a walking tour of the old town (Altstadt), highlighting its cobblestone streets, the lively Marktplatz, and the imposing Church of the Holy Spirit. One of its great icons is Heidelberg Castle (Schloss), whose ruins offer magnificent views over the Neckar Valley, as well as housing the famous Great Wine Vat. We can also visit the Old Bridge (Alte Brücke), one of the city's most iconic spots. To complete the experience, we recommend dining at one of the traditional downtown restaurants to sample local specialties and enjoy beautiful views of the historic area. Bed and breakfast at the ATLANTIC Hotel Heidelberg, Heidelberg Marriott Hotel, or similar.
- After breakfast, we will depart for Bavaria. We will arrive in Nuremberg, a city of great historical importance during the Holy Roman Empire, where we will take a walking tour of its well-preserved medieval old town. During the visit, we will walk along its walls and towers, discovering major monuments like St. Lawrence Church, the Market Square (Hauptmarkt) with the Frauenkirche, and the Schöner Brunnen fountain. We will also walk down charming streets such as Weißgerbergasse, known for its half-timbered houses, and view the Imperial Castle of Nuremberg (Kaiserburg), which overlooks the city from above. After the tour, we will have some free time to enjoy the local atmosphere before continuing our journey. After lunch, we will head to Munich. Upon arrival, we will take a tour of the historic center, combining a brief panoramic coach tour with a walking tour. We will discover Marienplatz with the New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus) and its famous carillon (Glockenspiel), the Frauenkirche, St. Peter's Church, the Munich Residenz, and the Viktualienmarkt, the city's traditional market. The tour will also include the area around the Hofbräuhaus, one of the most representative places of Bavarian beer tradition. After the visit, we will have free time. Bed and breakfast at the Holiday Inn Munich - City Centre, Munich Leuchtenbergring, or similar.
- In the morning, we will head towards the Schwangau region in the heart of alpine Bavaria, following one of the most iconic landscapes of Germany's famous Romantic Road. We will arrive at Neuschwanstein Castle, built in the 19th century by King Ludwig II of Germany, a key figure of German Romanticism, who conceived this project as a refuge inspired by Wagner's operas and medieval ideals. The visit will allow us to see its decorated rooms and understand the symbolic nature of the castle, as well as its integration into a natural environment of great value. From nearby, we will get views of the Pöllat Gorge and the Marienbrücke bridge, one of the best-known panoramic viewpoints. On the opposite hill, we will see Hohenschwangau Castle, the king's childhood residence, and at the foot of the complex, Lake Alpsee will stretch out, completing the alpine landscape. After the visit, we will continue to Füssen, a small town on the banks of the Lech River, historically linked to trade and alpine routes. Its old town retains a compact layout with colorful facades, featuring Reichenstrasse, the Hohes Schloss (former residence of the prince-bishops of Augsburg), and the ancient St. Mang's Abbey, of Benedictine origin. We will arrive and have free time for lunch and to stroll around the town. In the early afternoon, we will return to Munich. Bed and breakfast at the Holiday Inn Munich - City Centre, Munich Leuchtenbergring, or similar.
- Today, after breakfast, we will take an excursion to Salzburg, a city located in Austria near the German border, known for being the birthplace of the revolutionary musical genius of classicism, W. A. Mozart, and for preserving one of the best-preserved historic centers in Europe, declared a World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, we will begin a walking tour of the historic center, whose compact layout will allow us to easily discover its main monuments and understand the city's historical evolution. The tour will include the Mirabell Gardens, linked to the city's princely history and also known for appearing in the movie The Sound of Music. We will continue our walk towards the old town, where the Baroque architecture and narrow streets reflect Salzburg's importance as an ecclesiastical and cultural center. We will walk along Getreidegasse, where Mozart's birthplace is located, and continue to the Salzburg Cathedral and Residenzplatz, the monumental heart of the city. Throughout this tour, we will be able to see the Hohensalzburg Fortress, which dominates the skyline from above and is one of the largest medieval castles in Europe, visible from various points of the old town. The urban environment combines heritage and alpine scenery, with the Salzach River flowing through the city. We will have free time for lunch and a stroll. We will return to Munich in the early afternoon. Bed and breakfast at the Holiday Inn Munich - City Centre, Munich Leuchtenbergring, or similar.
- We will have breakfast. We will have the day free to continue enjoying the city or do some shopping until the time for the transfer from the tour hotel to Munich airport, marking the end of our services.
Included
- Accommodation: 7 nights of bed and breakfast in the mentioned hotels or similar.
- Transfers: Arrival and departure transfers between the airport and the hotel.
- Tickets and Photo Stops: Cruise along the canals of Amsterdam; boat trip on the Rhine River in Cologne; admission to the Beethoven House (Beethoven-Haus) in Bonn; and a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle.
- Panoramic Tours: Cologne. Walking Tours: Amsterdam, Bonn, Heidelberg, Nuremberg, Munich (historic center), Salzburg.
Not included
- Porters: Porter service is not included in the package price; each passenger must take care of transporting their own luggage.
Important Notes
- City Tax: The cities included in this itinerary may apply a local tourist tax, intended for the improvement of each destination's infrastructure and services. This amount is already included in the total price of the tour and does not need to be paid additionally at the destination.
- The order of the excursions to Neuschwanstein Castle and Salzburg may be modified based on the availability of castle tours, and both days can be interchanged to ensure the best organization of the itinerary.
