German Wanderings

Where to Wander on Day One?

It can be hard to decide how to spend your first hours in Berlin, since the city offers so much for every personal preference. If you’d like to see the city’s more artistic and hip side, we recommend focusing on the district of Kreuzberg, southeast of the city’s Mitte (“middle”) district. If you’d prefer to stay within walking distance of your hotel, we suggest focusing on the area around Hackescher Markt, north of Museum Island, or heading to Alexanderplatz, where you’ll find the city’s best view from atop its signature TV tower. Speak to your local representative for insider tips.

Berlin Private Walking Tour

On the private tour, your guide will impress you with stories of Berlin's amazingly rich history. From Slavic forts to Prussian kings and the foundation of Germany in 1871, through WWI, the rise of the Weimar Republic and the Nazis who replaced it and ushered in WWII, the divisions of the Cold War, and the city’s resurrection as capital of a reunified country, you’ll explore the city’s rollercoaster history. Believe us when we say that there’s a lot to learn from this tour!

A Museum Paradise

Third Reich Group Walking Tour

Explore sites connected to Berlin's darkest period, learning about the rise and fall of the Third Reich. An expert local guide will point out reminders of the final Soviet attack on the city's core, including the fighting for the Reichstag. You will then visit the site where Hitler's bunker was once located, and many other places connected to the Nazi regime and its horrors, learning about the lives of the city's people, those who aided and resisted the regime, as you go.

Third Reich Private Walking Tour

Explore sites connected to Berlin's darkest period, learning about the rise and fall of the Third Reich. An expert local guide will point out reminders of the final Soviet attack on the city's core, including the fighting for the Reichstag. You will then visit the site where Hitler's bunker was once located, and many other places connected to the Nazi regime and its horrors, learning about the lives of the city's people, those who aided and resisted the regime, as you go.

Potsdam, City of Kings: 6-hour Private Walking Tour

Potsdam was a city of kings – a German Versaille where the Hohenzollern monarchy of Prussia constructed lavish palaces in which they could spend their summers. It was also the setting for the Potsdam Conference, where geopolitical giants Josef Stalin, Harry Truman and Winston Churchill met in the summer of 1945 to seal the post-war fate of Germany and Europe. This 6-hour walking tour takes you to the heart of Potsdam’s UNESCO-listed palace gardens to see the pomp and grandeur of the Prussian monarchy and also explores the origins of the Cold War.

Climb the Castle Hill

After getting settled, we recommend ascending through the city to the imposing castle at one end of the historic center. The castle and the neighboring city walls are considered one of the most imposing medieval fortifications in Europe, while the castle itself offers the best view of the city and its preserved center. Be sure to check out the castle gardens, a quiet retreat from the bustle of the city.

Nuremberg Old Town & Nazi Party Rally Grounds Private Tour

This four-hour tour will give you deep insight into the prosperous city of Nuremberg. The city provided the ideal foundation for cultural and intellectual life and was a center of economic activity. Even today numerous buildings and monuments reflect its former place within the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation. After the old town you will dive into World War II history. With an expert local guide you'll tour the Nazi Rally Grounds and the court where the infamous Nuremberg trials took place. It's a chilling reminder of one of the most disturbing chapters in 20th century history. Your guide will answer all your questions as you see the sights. This is an indispensable tour for history buffs.

Bratwurst and Gingerbread

Night Watchman Private Tour

A unique way to experience this picturesque medieval town, join a night watchman on his patrol, as he ensures a calm night.

Get the Best First Impression

One of the most popular activities in Rothenburg is to spend half an hour or so walking atop the old town’s preserved walls between its gates (or “Tors”). This fascinating and scenic walk is best started from the Spitaltor, a massive gatehouse built in the 1500s, then heading toward the equally stunning Rödertor, stopping along the way to enjoy the views. The next leg leads to the Klingentor and the 15th-century St. Wolfgang's Church. In all there are 42 gatehouses and towers, so be sure to allow enough time to see as many as possible along your walking tour. For the town’s best view, visit the park behind the Burg Tower. 

Stroll the Storied Old Town

The oldest part of Heidelberg has far more to offer than just the Alte Brucke ("Old Bridge"), picturesque alleys, and views of one of Germany's most famous castles. In the Old Town, dreamy squares are linked like beads on a necklace, with people of all ages and from around the world meeting in the many small cafes and pubs, and enjoying the city's museums and theaters. Embark on a tour with a private guide, and really get to know Heidelberg.

Grape Day Pfalz & Alsace Small Group Tour

Did you think Germany was a country of beer? Wait until you taste some of the amazing local wines! This leisurely eight-hour trip takes you into the heart of wine country, where you'll learn more about German winemaking and also get to taste some delicious local products. There's no better way to get a first-hand countryside experience of the vibrant wine region and to taste some famous wines with an expert guide.

Unwind In The Thermal Springs

The Romans already discovered the healing power of the twelve thermal springs underneath Baden Baden and built the first thermal baths 2,000 years ago. Today, the historic spa quarter (Bäderviertel) with its two thermal baths in the old town (Altstadt) are a well known attraction for many visitors From a depth of 2,000 metres, 800,000 litres of thermal water gush into the modern Caracalla Spa and the historic Roman-Irish Friedrichsbad every day, guaranteeing exclusive bathing pleasure and well-being for guests from all over the world. Be sure to visit on your next vacation in Baden Baden.

Black Forest Private Day Trip

Take a day trip and discover the wonderfully quaint and picturesque Black Forest. This tour visits several small traditional villages in the forest with their quaint half timbered houses as well as Vogtsbauernhof (a historically reconstructed Black Forest village).

Enjoy Local Brews

A pub crawl is ideal for experiencing Frankfurt’s vibrant nightlife. Germany's may be famous for beers, but don't miss out on Frankfurts speciality: Apfelwein. This sour hard cider is everywhere in Frankfurt and its surroundings (you can drink it "pure," but many order it mixed with sparkling water or carbonated lemonade to reduce the sourness). To head from bar to bar, visit Schweizer Strasse in Old Sachsenhausen. This tree-line commercial street houses plenty of pubs and taverns that brew their own Apfelwein, but naturally offer plenty of local beers and wines as well.