Past Bavaria & Beyond Tour Packages
Take a moment to review a few of our past tours. Click on the tour package photo for a full tour itinerary and daily tour descriptions.
2021 Tours
October 4th to 13th, 2021
Discover the best Bavaria has to offer during the colorful Fall season as we return to travel. Scheduled in place of the canceled Scotland and Ireland tour, this trip focuses on the lesser-known but equally impressive destinations in and near the Bavaria alps. While the United States State Department and CDC have high advisories for the United Kingdom and Ireland, at the time of posting this itinerary, Germany has a low advisory level 2 warning; a level under which nearly all our tours to date have been operated. With something for both first-time and frequent visitors to Bavaria, this itinerary offers the perfect opportunity to travel internationally in a safe and enjoyable manner. Relax and enjoy yourself during this ten-day tour!
Highlights: Royal Bavarian Stables and Historic Bavarian Farmhouses, Lake Achensee, Tratzberg Castle, Highline 179 and Ehrenburg Ruins, Weltenburg Monastery, Kelheim River Gorge Cruise, Regensburg, Hidden Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Nazi Treasure and Alpine Gems, Nymphenburg Palace and Carriage Exhibit, Traditional Beer Garden Lunch, Munich’s English Garden Rikscha Tour
Overnights: Garmisch-Partenkirchen (6 nights) - Freising (3 nights)
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May through October 2021
While 2021 was a times challenging in regards to our open group tours, we were able to guide and host several families and private groups on spectacular custom itineraries.
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September 15 - 28, 2021 - (Canceled due to Covid-19 Restrictions)
Experience the best of Scotland and Ireland during this exciting cultural trip. The tour is perfectly timed to marvel in the beautiful fall colors while soaking in the breathtaking landscapes that surround. Enjoy a perfect mix of culture, history, beauty and plain old fun as we travel to unforgettable destinations.
Tour Highlights: Edinburgh - St. Andrews - The Scottish Highlands - Loch Ness - Glasgow - Pitlochry - Belfast - Derry and the history of the IRA - Giant’s Causeway - Galway - The Cliffs of Moher - The Dingle Peninsula - Blarney Stone - Dublin - And Much More!
Overnights: Edinburgh (2 nights) - Pitlochry (3 nights) - Belfast (2 nights) - Adare (3 nights) - Dublin (3 nights)
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September 27 - October 3, 2021 - (Canceled due to Covid-19 Restrictions)
Make the most of your vacation to Scotland & Ireland and book our relaxing add-on option to Wales and the English Lake District.
Tour Highlights: Ferry from Dublin to Holyhead, North Wales - The Welsh Castle of Caernarfon - Narrow Guage Train Tour through Welsh countryside - Liverpool (City Tour or Beatles Story) - Hadrian’s Wall
Overnights: Dublin* (1 night) - North Wales (2 nights) - English Lake District (2 nights) - Edinburgh (1 night) -
Price for September Participants: €1,595/person - 6 Days - based off a double occupancy room
Price for October Participants: €1,695/person - 7 Days - based off a double occupancy room
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October 3 - 16, 2021 - (Canceled due to Covid-19 Restrictions)
Experience the best of Scotland and Ireland during this exciting cultural trip. The tour is perfectly timed to marvel in the beautiful fall colors while soaking in the breathtaking landscapes that surround. Enjoy a perfect mix of culture, history, beauty and plain old fun as we travel to unforgettable destinations.
Tour Highlights: Edinburgh - St. Andrews - The Scottish Highlands - Loch Ness - Glasgow - Pitlochry - Belfast - Derry and the history of the IRA - Giant’s Causeway - Galway - The Cliffs of Moher - The Dingle Peninsula - Blarney Stone - Dublin - And Much More!
Overnights: Edinburgh (2 nights) - Pitlochry (3 nights) - Belfast (2 nights) - Adare (3 nights) - Dublin (3 nights)
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November 30 to December 4, 2021 (Canceled due to Covid-19 Restrictions)
Discover the alpine regions of Bavaria and Austria during the most magical time of the year! The festive markets and romantic destinations visited on this tour are sure to put guests in the holiday spirit. Immerse your senses in the wonderful aromas, sounds and sights of the region's renowned Christmas Markets.
Tour Highlights: Berchtesgaden - Salzburg - Hallstatt - - Bad Reichenhall - Lake Chiemsee - Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Overnights: Berchtesgaden, Germany (3 nights) - Garmisch-Partenkirchen (1 night)
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December 4 - 17, 2021 (Canceled due to Covid-19 Restrictions)
Visit our favorite markets in Bavaria and go “Beyond” to experience the cultural traditions of Baden Würtemberg, the Alsace region of France, and Rheinland-Pfalz. Peruse the unique stalls as the scent of almonds roasting and the sound of horse bells ringing fill the air.
Destinations: Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Tyrol, Austria - Munich - Ulm - Esslingen - Ludwigsburg - Tübingen - Reutlingen - Baden Baden - Colmar - Alsace region of France - Freiburg - Strasbourg - Worms - Heidelberg
Overnights: Garmisch-Partenkirchen (4 nights) - Esslingen (3 nights) - Colmar (3 nights) - Heidelberg (3 nights)
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2020 Tours
(All 2020 were cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19)
December 5th - 18th, 2020 - POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19
Discover Bavaria & Beyond during the most magical time of the year! Visit our favorite markets in Bavaria and go “Beyond” to experience the cultural traditions of Baden Würtemberg, the Alsace region of France, and Rheinland-Pfalz. Whether experiencing these festive markets for the first time or returning as an annual tradition, all guests are sure to head home with hearts full of Christmas cheer!
Overnights: Garmisch-Partenkirchen (4 nights) - Esslingen (3 nights) - Colmar (3 nights) - Heidelberg (3 nights)
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December 1st - 5th, 2020 - POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19
Make the most of your Bavaria & Beyond vacation and enjoy a five day add-on in two of our favorite alpine towns; Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Berchtesgaden! We may be biased but nothing gets you in the Christmas spirit like seeing the snow covered mountains of the Alps.
Overnights: Berchtesgaden (3 nights) - Garmisch-Partenkirchen (1 night)
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September 22 -October 6th, 2020 - POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19
Discover the beauty of Italy, Switzerland, and of course, Bavaria as we embark on a journey through the heart of Italy and across the Alps!
Overnights: Rome (3 nights) - Florence (3 nights) - Lake Como (2 nights) - Lindau (3 nights) - Garmisch-Partenkirchen ( 3 night)
Countries Visited: Italy, Vatican City, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and Germany
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September 19th to 22nd, 2020 - POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19
This tour package is perfect for those looking to make the most of their time in Italy. Arrive early and experience the archaeological wonders of Pompeii and Rome’s ancient port city of Ostia Antica. Also, enjoy an additional free day in the Eternal City before the rest of the group joins the tour. This add-on is ideal for the history enthusiast as well as the casual traveler looking to extend their tour.
Overnights: Rome (3 nights)
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July 9th to 19th, 2020 - POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19
Travel through the heart of the Hapsburg Empire and enjoy the best Bavaria has to offer on our Budapest to Munich Passion Play Tour. Marvel in the beauty and culture of the Imperial cities that line the Danube River. The Eastern European gems of Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna are sure to impress. Experience the subtle cultural shift as East meets West. Travel through four countries and embark on an unforgettable journey. Spend an elegant night at the theater in Vienna, be enthralled by the Hungarian equestrian culture, witness the magnitude of the towering Alps and of course be part of history at the Oberammergau Passion Play.
Highlights: Danube Riverside Accommodations Directly Across from Hungarian Palace of Parliament - Budapest City Tour - Hungarian Traditions & Acrobatic Horseback Riding Show - Bratislava Train Tour - Opera Visit in Vienna - Schönbrunn Palace Tour - Salzburg City Tour - Oberammergau Passion Play - Munich Glockenspiel Bell Play - Munich Frauenkirche -
Overnights: Budapest (3 nights) - Vienna (3 nights) - Garmisch-Partenkirchen (2 nights) - Munich (2 nights)
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May 13th to 27th, 2020 - POSTPONED DUE TO COVID-19
Set out on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the heart of Italy as we make our way North across the majestic Alps! A journey filled with art, history, and culture spanning over centuries, this tour highlights the best that Italy, Austria and Germany have to offer.
Overnights: Rome (3 nights) - Florence (3 nights) - Lago di Garda (3 nights) - Seefeld (2 nights) - Garmisch-Partenkirchen (1 night) - Munich (2 nights)
Countries Visited: Italy, Vatican City, Austria, and Germany
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2019 Tours
May 28 - June 11, 2019
Embark on a journey commemorating the 75th Anniversary of D-Day and follow in the footsteps of American and Allied heroes. The sacrifices made in the name of freedom come to life as we visit the beaches and battlefields where history was decided. The 15-day tour is sure to be a moving experience for both avid and casual history buffs alike.
Highlights: London Sightseeing Tour - WWII London and Imperial War Museum - Channel Cruise following the D-Day Armada Route - D-Day Beaches and Memorial Visit - The Battle of Normandy - Paris Sightseeing Tour - Seine River Cruise - Reims France Surrender Site - Champagne Region of France - Battle of Bulge Museum - Luxembourg American Cemetery - Heidelberg, Germany - Munich Third Reich Tour - Dachau Concentration Camp - Hitler's Eagle's Nest
Overnights: London (3 Nights) - Normandy (2 Nights) - Paris (3 Nights) - Bastogne (2 Nights) - Munich (4 Nights)
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July 25 - August 4, 2019
Experience the best Bavaria has to offer during the beautiful summer season! This tour is perfect for guests who cannot get enough of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the surrounding region. One of the highlights of this tour is Garmisch’s Summer Volksfest. The festival is the perfect opportunity to experience the town's entertaining local traditions. This slow paced “leisure” style tour is capped at 25 guests and is a perfect way to have a relaxing vacation in beautiful Bavaria!
Destinations: Mittenwald- Munich - Lindau and the Bodensee- Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Murnau - Ettal Monastery - Innsbruck - Garmisch Volksfest
Overnights: Garmisch-Partenkirchen (10 nights)
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September 15 - 29, 2019
Join us on our Fall D-Day - 75th Anniversary Tour and follow in the footsteps of American and Allied heroes. The sacrifices made in the name of freedom come to life as we visit the beaches and battlefields where history was decided. The 15-day tour is sure to be a moving experience for both avid and casual history buffs alike.
Highlights: London Sightseeing Tour - WWII London and Imperial War Museum - Channel Cruise following the D-Day Armada Route - D-Day Beaches and Memorial Visit - The Battle of Normandy - Paris Sightseeing Tour - Seine River Cruise - Reims France Surrender Site - Champagne Region of France - Battle of Bulge Museum - Luxembourg American Cemetery - Heidelberg, Germany - Ulm, Germany - Munich Third Reich Tour - Dachau Concentration Camp - Hitler's Eagle's Nest - Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Overnights: London (3 Nights) - Normandy (2 Nights) - Paris (3 Nights) - Bastogne (2 Nights) - Ulm (1 Night) - Garmisch-Partenkirchen (3 Nights)
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September 29 - October 2, 2019
(Add-on option for guests on the Fall D-Day - 75th Anniversary Tour)
Come experience the world-famous Oktoberfest celebrations! Learn about the history of this special event and get a tour of the grounds before heading into one of the tents. There, the group will have private tables (lunch and beers included) to take in the atmosphere.
Highlights: The Zugspitze - Germany’s Highest Peak, The World Famous Oktoberfest, Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Overnights: Garmich-Partenkirchen (3 Nights)
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December 6 - 19, 2019
Discover Bavaria & Beyond during the most magical time of the year! The festive markets and romantic destinations visited on this tour are sure to put guests in the holiday spirit. Visit our favorite markets in Bavaria and go “Beyond” to experience the cultural traditions of Bohemia, Saxony, and Thüringen. This grand 14-day tour will immerse your senses in the wonderful aromas, sounds and sights of the region's renowned Christmas Markets. Peruse the unique stalls as the scent of almonds roasting and the sound of horse bells ringing fill the air. Whether experiencing these festive markets for the first time or returning as an annual tradition, all guests are sure to head home with hearts full of Christmas cheer!
Destinations: Salzburg - Vienna - Passau - Cesky Krumlov - Prague - Dresden - Weimar - Leipzig - Erfurt - Bamberg - Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Dinkelbühl - Nuremburg
Overnights: Salzburg (4 nights) - Prague (2 nights) - Weimar (4 nights) - Nuremburg (3 nights)
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December 3 - 6, 2019
Make the most of your Bavaria & Beyond vacation and enjoy a four day stay in our favorite alpine town; Garmisch-Partenkirchen! We may be biased but nothing gets you in the Christmas spirit like seeing the snow covered mountains of the Bavarian Alps. Enjoy a relaxing start to your vacation. Our first day includes a horse and carriage ride through the side streets and country roads of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The tour also brings guests to the wonderful Christmas Markets of Munich and Innsbruck, Austria.
Destinations: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany - Innsbruck, Austria - Munich, Germany
Overnights: Garmisch-Partenkirchen (3 nights)
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2018 Tours
October 4 - 7, 2018
(Add-on option for guests on the Italy and the Alps Tour)
Come experience the world-famous Oktoberfest celebrations! Learn about the history of this special event and get a tour of the grounds before heading into one of the tents. There, the group will have private tables (lunch and beers included) to take in the atmosphere.
Destinations: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, The World Famous Oktoberfest.
Tour Includes: 4-Star Accommodations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Free Wi-Fi, daily breakfast breakfast buffet, guided day Tours, private table at Oktoberfest with lunch and beers included, Welcome Dinner Reception, daily themed gifts, custom 'Aufwiedersehen' highlight film.
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October 07 - October 16, 2018
From Alpine summits to the Venetian coast, fall in love with the beauty and culture that surrounds the Alps. Discover the idyllic Alpine towns of southern Bavaria and the serene lake region of Northern Italy all in one trip! Wake up to breathtaking views of the Alps in beautiful Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Settle-in to your Italian "home-away-from-home" along the shores of Lake Garda. With it's striking mountain surroundings and crystal clear waters, 'Lago di Garda' provides a stunning landscape and outstanding location for discovering the best northern Italy has to offer. During this 10-day tour, guests will visit the romantic cities of Venice & Verona, savor fine wines and Italian cuisine, and revel in the beauty of Lago di Garda.
Destinations: Mittenwald, Germany; Meran, Italy; Lake Garda, Italy, Venice, Verona, Italian Wine Vineyard, Dolomite Mountains, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
Highlights: Lakefront accommodations on Lake Garda, Karwendel mountain Cable Car ride, visit to Church Tower of Lake Resia, Venice Excursion, Verona's Roman Amphitheater, the Romeo & Juliette house, private Italian wine seminar in the scenic countryside, Franzenfeste WWI Fortress.
Tour Includes: 9 Night Stay at 4-Star Accommodations (4 nights on Lake Garda and 5 Garmisch-Partenkirchen), Free Wi-Fi at all hotels, 11 Included meals, 8 Guided Day Trips with City Tours & Excursions, Welcome & Farewell Dinner Receptions, Daily Themed Gifts, Custome 'Aufwiedersehen' Highlight Film
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November 27th - December 6th, 2018
Discover Bavaria during the most magical time of the year! The festive markets and romantic destinations visited on this tour are sure to put guests in the holiday spirit. Immerse your senses in the wonderful aromas, sounds and sights of the region's renowned Christmas Markets. Peruse the unique stalls as the scent of almonds roasting and the sound of horse bells ringing fill the air. Whether experiencing these festive markets for the first time or returning as an annual tradition, all guests are sure to head home with hearts full of Christmas cheer!
Destinations: Munich - Salzburg - Süd Tyrol, Italy - Kufstein Fortress, Austria - Oberammergau - Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Augsburg - Bad Tölz
Tour Includes: 9 night stay at the 4-Star Rheinischer Hof in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, free Wi-Fi, daily breakfast buffet, 7 guided day trips with city tours & excursions, Welcome & Farewell Dinner Receptions, daily themed gifts, custom 'Aufwiedersehen' highlight film.
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December 05 - December 14, 2018
The beauty and wonder of the Alps becomes even more magical when the festive holiday season arrives. Experience the wonder as town squares overflow with holiday cheer, carols and lights during local Christmas markets. Discover authentic Christmas traditions as we make our way to markets in Germany, Switzerland, France, Lichtenstein, and Austria. With old favorites and exciting new destinations, this years Bavaria & Beyond Alpine Christmas Market Tour is sure to be unforgettable!
Destinations: Colmar, France - Rheinfalls, Switzerland - Vaduz, Lichtenstein - Lindau - Oberammergau - Ettal Monastery - Bad Toelz, - Murnau - Munich - Innsbruck -
Highlights: Christmas Markets in 5 countries, Black Forest Coo-Coo Clock Maker, 5-Star Lake-Front Accommodations in Lindau.
Tour Includes: 9 Night Stay at 4 & 5 Star Accommodations (4 nights in Lindau on the shores of Lake Constance and 5 nights at a family owned and operated hotel near the heart of Garmisch-Pa.), Free Wi-Fi at all hotels, daily breakfast, 8 Guided Day Trips with City Tours & Excursions, Welcome & Farewell Dinner Receptions, Daily Themed Gifts, Custom 'Aufwiedersehen' Highlight Film
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2017 Tours
October 5th - October 14th, 2017
Come visit the Heart of Germany during the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Learn about one of the most transformative events in European history while visiting beautiful medieval cities in the Thüringen, Franconian, and Bavarian regions of Germany.
Destinations: Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Regensburg, Weimar, Würzburg, Erfurt, Augsburg, Wittenberg, Wartburg Castle, Bayreuth, Munich
Overnights: Regensburg, Weimar, Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Munich
December 8th - 17th, 2017
Discover Bavaria during the most magical time of the year! The festive markets and romantic destinations visited on this tour are sure to put guests in the holiday spirit. Immerse your senses in the wonderful aromas, sounds and sights of the region's renowned Christmas Markets. Peruse the unique stalls as the scent of almonds roasting and the sound of horse bells ringing fill the air. Whether experiencing these festive markets for the first time or returning as an annual tradition, all guests are sure to head home with hearts filled with Christmas cheer!
Destinations: Nuremberg, Augsburg by Night, Munich, Salzburg, Lake Tegernsee, Murnau, Regensburg
2016 Tour
November 30 - December 10, 2016
This was Bavaria & Beyond's inaugural Christmas Market tour package. It was lots of fun and a huge success. Thank you to everyone in the Bavaria & Beyond community that have supported us over the years!
Destinations: Salzburg, Munich by Night, Innsbruck, Northern Italy, Oberammergau, Bad Tölz, Augsburg