Day Two - Hidden Garmisch-Partenkirchen Tour - October 5th

The alpine town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen is filled with intriguing history, idyllic scenery, and charming streets. Enjoy a day discovering the lesser-known parts of town as we visit historic homes, scenic lookouts, and some of the town's best-kept secrets. During the tour, we will also visit a mountainside hut where guests can enjoy lunch with a view. Whether it is your first time visiting this charming mountain town or an annual tradition, this day of exploration is sure to reveal an unknown side of our favorite Bavarian town.

Overnight: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Day Three - Royal Bavarian Stables and Historic Homestead Tour - October 6th

Today we make our way through the rolling Bavarian countryside surrounded by alpine foothills. Our first stop will be at the Schwaiganger Royal Bavarian Stables. This historic stud farm has a storied past dating back to 955 AD. Many champion stallions, as well as the beautiful draught horses used during Oktoberfest, come from lineages of the Schwaiganger Stables. During our visit, we will be guided through the stables, riding halls, and ranch facilities still in use today and home to some 350 horses. As our visit concludes, we will make our way to a historic Bavarian Farm Museum and village nearby. There we will take a trip to the past and learn how people in the region lived off of the land over a century ago as we explore historic homes and ornately decorated barns.

Overnight: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Day Four - Tratzberg Castle and Lake Achensee - October 7th

Enjoy scenic alpine views as we make our way to the neighboring Austrian state of Tyrol. Visit one of the Hapsburg’s most idyllic homes at the perfectly preserved Tratzberg Castle. After taking in the beauty of the castle and its panoramic surrounding, we board a historic steam train chug along to the crystal clear Lake Achensee. Enjoy lunch in this postcard setting before heading back to Garmisch-Partenkrichen just a stone’s throw away.

Overnight: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Day Five- Nazi Treasures and Alpine Gems - October 8th

During the waning days of WWII much of the gold bullion from the Reichsbank was sent south to the surrounding Alps to finance Hitler’s last stand but was never seen again. Hear about the lore of the lost gold and the unscrupulous characters involved. We start our day with a drive through the Karwendel Mountains arriving in the storybook town of Mittenwald. Learn about its rich history while having time to peruse the cozy pedestrian zone. From there we make our way towards Lake Walchensee while learning of the mysterious tales that took place here as WWII slowly drew to a close. Our day concludes with a cable car ride to the Herzogstand summit, where we have a panoramic view from Walchensee and wooden mountains which may still be home to hidden nazi riches today.

Overnight: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Day Six - Highline 179 and the Ehrenberg Ruins - October 9th

Enjoy a short ride up a mountain tram to the Ehrenberg Castle Ruins. These fortifications were key in protecting the lucrative trade route across the Alps until Napoleon rendered them useless. The brave of heart with steady nerves will have the opportunity to venture across the Highline 179, one of the longest Tibetan-style suspension bridges. Afterward, we will visit a cozy mountain hut and brewery for a traditional Tyrolean meal.

Overnight: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Day Seven - Nymphenburg Palace and Beer Garden Traditions - October 10th

Bavaria is filled with beautiful castles and elegant places. While the region’s most famous castles, such as Neuschwanstein Palace, were constructed (but never finished) by the famous Castle King, King Ludwig II, our destination for the day dates back to 1662 when it was built by the Bavarian Elector Ferdinand Maria in celebration of his first-born son. Since then, Nymphenburg Palace has been the summer residence of the Bavarian royal family. During our visit, we will discover the seemingly endless immaculate rooms and halls making up this beautiful palace. We will have time to explore the scenic gardens and additional palaces located on the grounds before making a visit to the Royal Marstal Museum of Carriages and Sleighs. As we finish our visit to the grounds of Nymphenburg Palace, we will travel just a stone’s throw away to one of Munich’s best-kept secrets as we visit the Royal Hirschgarten beer garden.

Day Eight - Weltenburg Monastery and Regensburg - October 11th

Our day begins with a scenic boat ride along the Danube as we travel past towering cliffs en route to the secluded Weltenburg Monastery. Founded in 617 AD, the Weltenburg Monastery is the oldest in Bavaria. Our visit includes a tour of the ornate grounds followed by a traditional Bavarian lunch at the Monastery’s almost centuries-old brewery. From there, we will make our way to the city of Regensburg located just a short drive away. Here guests will have free time to shop or visit one of the cities exceptional museums following a brief Old Town walking tour.

Overnight: Freising, Germany

Day Nine - English Garden Rikscha Tour and Farewell Dinner - October 12th

Discover the beauty of Munich and its beloved English Garden as you’re whisked along in a private 2-person “Riksha” bike taxi. Our guides will show us the many sights scattered about the the beautiful English Gardens. Our tour ends at Marienplatz in the heart of Munich’s Old Town where guests will have free time to get last-minute souvenirs before visiting the world-renowned Hofbrauhaus for our Farewell Dinner Reception.

Overnight: Freising, Germany

Day Ten - Departure Day - October 13th

Wake up to a continental breakfast before saying Auf Wiedersehen to Bavaria. There will be taxis to shuttle guests to the Munich Airport with plenty of time for a stress-free departure.