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Luther, Berlin
& the Fairy Tale Road

Prices are in Australian Dollars and are subject to currency fluctuation.

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Destinations: Frankfurt » Eisenach » Weimar » Dresden » Wittenberg » Potsdam » Berlin » Hamburg » Bremen » Hamelin » Frankfurt

Come and explore Germany - the country of fairytales, picturesque villages and imposing castles. Travel back through the centuries and explore some important places Martin Luther visited or lived at.


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Roland Statue in Bremen

 
     
 

Itinerary

Day 1 Frankfurt - Eisenach – Weimar

Depart from Frankfurt in the morning and drive to Eisenach near Wartburg Castle - one of the most important buildings of German history. Afterwards, continue to a cultural treasure, Weimar, where famous people like Goethe, Schiller, Liszt and Richard Strauss lived. In the evening your Welcome Dinner will be served at the hotel. Overnight at Hotel Leonardo or similar. (D)

Day 2 Weimar – Dresden

After breakfast we go to Dresden. On a city tour you will see one of the loveliest cities of central Europe – known as the “Florence of the Elbe” – and see its sights like the Frauenkirche, the Semper Opera House, the baroque Zwinger, the Green Vault and many more. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure. Overnight at Park Inn Hotel or similar. (B)

Day 3 Dresden - Wittenberg – Potsdam – Berlin

Today return to the traces of Luther to visit Wittenberg where Martin, according to history, nailed his 95 theses to the portal of the Castle Church. Afterwards, depart towards Potsdam and the courtyards of Sanssouci Palace, the summer residence of Frederick, King of Prussia. In the late afternoon, arrive at Berlin. Overnight at Holiday Inn Express City Centre Hotel or similar.

Day 4 Berlin

During the city tour you will see the highlights of Berlin, including the Brandenburg Gate, Parliament Reichstag, Palace Bellevue, Kaiser-Wilhelm Memorial Church, Checkpoint Charlie, remains of the wall, Boulevard unter den Linden and the Berlin Cathedral. The afternoon is free for own activities Take an optional boat trip which gives you great views from the Channel Spree. Overnight at Holiday Inn Express City Centre Hotel or similar.

Day 5 Berlin – Hamburg

Today, travel to Hamburg and enjoy the sights of this city like St. Michälis Church, St. Pauli Quarter, Landungsbrücken, Speicherstadt and the Hafen City before discovering Germany’s largest port on a harbour cruise. The evening is free for a walk along the Reeperbahn. Overnight at Best Western Queens Hotel or similar.

Day 6 Hamburg – Bremen – Hamelin

After breakfast, depart for Bremen, the Hanseatic city at river Weser. See ‘Roland’ at the Market Square and the bronze statue of Grimms’ Bremer Stadtmusikanten. After a walk through the Schnoor Quarter, travel the German Fairy Tale route. In the afternoon reach Hamelin, a city known for the Pied Piper, another legend of the Brothers Grimm. Its former wealth is reflected in its lavish houses. After the check-in at hotel, enjoy a farewell dinner. Overnight at Mercure Hotel or similar.

Day 7 Hamelin - Frankfurt

Along the river Weser, follow the Fairy Tale route towards the city of Hann-Münden housing the best-preserved half-timbered places in Germany. In the afternoon we reach Frankfurt where you’ll take a panoramic city tour of Frankfurt. Overnight at InterCityhotel or similar.

Day 8 Frankfurt

Your journey ends with breakfast at the hotel or extend your stay in Germany.



 

Price includes:

  • 7 nights in selected first class and superior tourist class hotels in room with private facilities and breakfast daily. Hotels listed subject to change.
  • Touring in modern air-conditioned coach with WC
  • Welcome dinner
  • Farewell dinner in Hamelin
  • Entrance fees, tickets& other services:
    • Wartburg Castle, Eisenach
    • Harbour Cruise, Hamburg
    • Green Vault + museum of your choice, Dresden
  • Professional bilingual English/Spanish speaking guide throughout the tour
  • Excursions and city tours not marked as optional in itinerary
  • Baggage handling (1 piece per person)
  • Service charges and taxes

Optional: Pay direct € 9.50

  • Spree Boat trip in Berlin

Trip Map

Trip Map

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Dates and Rates

Prices are starting from, per person.

Luther, Berlin &
The Fairy Tale Road

8D/7N- Prices from
Twin Single Triple
8 Days / 7 Nights 1203 1523 1181
Seniors (60+) 1174 1494 1129
Departs Frankfurt:
Sundays 6 May, 3 Jun, 8 Jul, 5 Aug, 16 Sep, 7 Oct 2012
Optional Spree Boat trip in Berlin (pay direct): € 9.50
Prices per person in Australian Dollars.
Please note, departure and arrival times/places are subject to change. Due to possible changes during the year, all departure dates/places will be stated on our confirmation. During fair periods a supplement may be charged with regard to accommodation or a suitable alternative may be chosen in the surrounding region.