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Western Germany & The Black Forest

8 Days / 7 Nights

Munich, Baden-Baden, Heidelberg, Frankfurt

from$3,100 per person

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This one-week itinerary is your ticket to the charms of Western Germany. Your trip starts in Munich, the third-largest city in Germany. Known for its unique beer culture, beautiful Old Town, and lively neighborhoods, Munich will fascinate you. Next up is the spa town of Baden Baden for a pampering break before you resume your journey across Western Germany, eager to unveil the treasures of the Black Forest, Heidelberg, and Frankfurt, your last stop.

One of our team members in Germany will be available to you leading up to and during your trip to answer any questions and arrange local services. You will receive access to your Guest Page, with its information on the best this country has to offer, including things to see and do, and other inside tips from restaurant recommendations to tipping advice. Upon request, we will provide you with an eSIM with data that you can use to reach your local JayWay contact (whom you will meet in person) throughout your trip. In all of our destinations, we offer a variety of memorable 3- to 5-star accommodation options, including boutique hotels and charming B&Bs. With our firsthand experience, we can ensure they are all clean, comfortable, and centrally located, with local ambiance.

Route for Munich, Baden-Baden, Heidelberg, Frankfurt tour

2 Nights in Munich

2 Nights in Munich

3 days in Munich
3 days in Munich

2 Nights in Munich

With its traditional beer halls, designer shops, trendy restaurants and international business, Munich is a mix of old and new, German and cosmopolitan. Largely rebuilt after World War II, the city still retains its old world charm, even in the midst of expansion and modernization. You’ve probably heard of the city’s world famous Oktobertfest, a once-in-a-lifetime party dedicated to that incredible Bavarian beer along with some of the local delicacies, including tasty schnitzel. But there’s much more to Munich than drinking, and on your holiday you’ll have the chance to discover the best this charming city has to offer. Don’t miss out on the beer halls and the breweries, but be sure to get off the beaten path to discover a Munich of your own. Much of the city’s past centers around World War II, and there are several ways you can explore this chapter of Munich’s history, including a day trip to the Dachau concentration camp and a special tour focusing on Hitler and the local activities of the Third Reich. Munich is also a center of industry and there is nowhere better to experience this than BMW World. Moving slightly farther afield, Neuschwanstein Castle makes the perfect day trip, perched high in the hills over a verdant valley. Munich’s variety means there’s more than enough to satisfy even the most diverse groups of travelers. Let your curiosity guide you as you explore this unique German city.

With its traditional beer halls, designer shops, trendy restaurants and international business, Munich is a mix of old and new, German and cosmopolitan. Largely rebuilt after World War II, the city still retains its old world charm, even in the midst of expansion and modernization. You’ve probably heard of the city’s world famous Oktobertfest, a once-in-a-lifetime party dedicated to that incredible Bavarian beer along with some of the local delicacies, including tasty schnitzel. But there’s much more to Munich than drinking, and on your holiday you’ll have the chance to discover the best this charming city has to offer. Don’t miss out on the beer halls and the breweries, but be sure to get off the beaten path to discover a Munich of your own. Much of the city’s past centers around World War II, and there are several ways you can explore this chapter of Munich’s history, including a day trip to the Dachau concentration camp and a special tour focusing on Hitler and the local activities of the Third Reich. Munich is also a center of industry and there is nowhere better to experience this than BMW World. Moving slightly farther afield, Neuschwanstein Castle makes the perfect day trip, perched high in the hills over a verdant valley. Munich’s variety means there’s more than enough to satisfy even the most diverse groups of travelers. Let your curiosity guide you as you explore this unique German city.

Day 1

Day 1 - Arrival in Munich

When you arrive in Munich, a driver will be waiting to meet you and will then bring you to your centrally located accommodation.

First Night, First Beers

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When in Munich, drink as the locals do. Munich has undoubtedly earned its title as “Beer Capital of the World,” so what could be a better activity for your first night than going to one of its famed beer halls or beer gardens, meeting locals, and hearing their stories? If you’re teetotal or raucous beer halls aren’t your thing, you can take a nice walk along Neuhauser Strasse, followed by the Kaufingerstrasse, leading to the city’s most famous square, the Marienplatz, with its magnificent city hall, the Neues Rathaus.

First Night, First Beers

Day 2

Day 2 - Your First Full Day in Munich

Munich City Group Walking Tour

Munich City Group Walking Tour

Included in your vacation package price.

Munich has a lot to offer when it comes to history, culture, art and of course, beer. Explore this magnificent city during your walking tour and get involved in the daily life of the locals as well. During your tour you will see the most important historical sights, the busiest streets and the most amazing beer halls too, all whilst learning about the rich history of the city.


Activity Level : Light
Duration : 2 hours

Beautiful Machines

Suggestion to explore on your own

If you love cars or want to approach Munich from a different perspective, we recommend immersing yourself in all things BMW. With its campus in a suburb of the city featuring a museum, a car plant, and BMW World (BMW Welt), this museum offers a unique, interactive presentation of the brand's history. With around 125 automobiles, motorcycles, and engines on display, BMW World is the grand location for car handover presentations and possibly the largest BMW showroom in the world. We recommend taking the English-language tour, which starts every day at 2:00 PM.

Beautiful Machines

Day 3

Day 3 - Traveling to Baden-Baden by Train

Today, you will travel from Munich to Baden-Baden by train. We will organize a transfer to the train station and secure economy class tickets based on the departure time. If desired, an upgrade to first class is available for an additional fee. The train journey takes around 3.5 hours.

Baden Baden by Train

You can upgrade your transfer

Upgrade to Baden Baden by Private Transfer with a Stop in Stuttgart

Baden Baden by Private Transfer with a Stop in Stuttgart

Upgrade for an additional cost
We also offer the following excursions in Munich

Bavarian Alps Private Hiking Tour
Moderate8 hours
Bavarian Food & Beer Private Tour
Light3 hours
Best of Munich and Haidhausen Private Tour
Light3 hours
Best of Munich and Olympic Park Private Tour
Light3 hours

2 Nights in Baden-Baden

2 Nights in Baden-Baden

3 days in Baden-Baden
3 days in Baden-Baden

2 Nights in Baden-Baden

Day 3

Day 3 - Arrival in Baden-Baden

Upon your arrival at Baden-Baden Train Station, a driver will meet you and take you directly to your centrally located accommodation.

Baden-Baden Private Walking Tour

Baden-Baden Private Walking Tour

Included in your vacation package price.

On this 90-minute tour, you will discover the different districts in the heart of Baden-Baden and see the city's highlights. Along the way, you will experience Baden's spa district, the world-famous casino, the old town, and Museum Mile. There is an opportunity to stand on Florentine Hill in the shadow of Baden's 17th-century castle and enjoy beautiful views of the old market square and the hills of the Black Forest around you. Afterward, you will visit the outside of the Roman-Irish Friedrichsbad and the Caracalla thermal bath. This walking tour will explain the unique history of Baden-Baden, the European capital of lifestyle culture.


Activity Level : Moderate
Duration : 1 hour 30 minutes

Day 4

Day 4 - Your First Full Day in Baden-Baden

Black Forest Private Day Trip

Black Forest Private Day Trip

Included in your vacation package price.

On this day trip, you will explore the charming Black Forest, starting from Baden-Baden and passing through Offenburg and the Kinzig Valley. Discover picturesque villages like Gengenbach and Gutach, where you can visit a glass factory and a reconstructed Black Forest village. Experience the natural beauty of Triberg's waterfall and the unique charm of the House of the 1000 Cuckoo Clocks before returning via Schramberg, Schiltach, and Freudenstadt.


Activity Level : Moderate
Duration : 8 hours

Caracalla Group Spa Time with Entrance Tickets

Caracalla Group Spa Time with Entrance Tickets

Please ask your travel advisor for the cost to add this to your package

This local, famous spa is open 14 hours a day, and your ticket allows you to enter for as long as you want. Two thousand years ago, the Romans discovered the healing power of the twelve thermal springs underneath Baden-Baden and built the first thermal baths. Today, the historic spa quarter (Bäderviertel), with its two thermal baths in the old town (Altstadt), is a well-known attraction for many visitors. Every day, 800,000 liters of thermal water gush from a depth of 2,000 meters into the modern Caracalla Spa and the historic Roman-Irish Friedrichsbad, guaranteeing exclusive bathing pleasure and well-being for guests worldwide. You can relax and enjoy all this and more…


Activity Level : Easy
Duration : 14 hours

Day 5

Day 5 - Traveling to Heidelberg by Private Transfer

Our driver will pick you up from your accommodations in Baden-Baden and take you directly to the lovely city of Heidelberg. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.

Heidelberg by Private Transfer
We also offer the following excursions in Baden-Baden

Black Forest Hike Private Tour
Strenuous4 hours

2 Nights in Heidelberg

2 Nights in Heidelberg

3 days in Heidelberg
3 days in Heidelberg

2 Nights in Heidelberg

An official UNESCO "City of Literature," Heidelberg is devoted to learning, home to Germany's oldest university, and one of Europe's most famous. If you can't study something at Heidelberg, it doesn't exist. But even if you're not there to join the students who make up 1/4 of Heidelberg's population, there's plenty to do. The massive hilltop Heidelberg Castle is at the top of your list, and the valley the castle sits within offers plenty of great places to take it in before you enter the castle itself. The Baroque Old Town is great for a stroll, with a stop or two in its cozy cafes along the way, as are its medieval university buildings. Many of Heidelberg's best views can be found from the Philosophers' Walk across the river from the city center, trod upon by centuries of thinkers.

An official UNESCO "City of Literature," Heidelberg is devoted to learning, home to Germany's oldest university, and one of Europe's most famous. If you can't study something at Heidelberg, it doesn't exist. But even if you're not there to join the students who make up 1/4 of Heidelberg's population, there's plenty to do. The massive hilltop Heidelberg Castle is at the top of your list, and the valley the castle sits within offers plenty of great places to take it in before you enter the castle itself. The Baroque Old Town is great for a stroll, with a stop or two in its cozy cafes along the way, as are its medieval university buildings. Many of Heidelberg's best views can be found from the Philosophers' Walk across the river from the city center, trod upon by centuries of thinkers.

Day 5

Day 5 - Arrival in Heidelberg

Upon your arrival in Heidelberg, a driver will bring you directly to your accommodations.

Heidelberg Old Town and Castle Private Tour

Heidelberg Old Town and Castle Private Tour

Included in your vacation package price.

Heidelberg's historic Old Town has much more to offer than just the iconic Alte Brucke ("Old Bridge"), charming alleyways, and stunning views of one of Germany's most famous castles. Here, picturesque squares connect like pearls on a string, with locals and visitors from around the world gathering in cozy cafes, lively pubs, and exploring the city's museums and theaters. Take a guided tour to fully experience the heart of Heidelberg and discover its hidden treasures.


Activity Level : Light
Duration : 3 hours

Day 6

Day 6 - Your First Full Day in Heidelberg

Grape Day Pfalz & Alsace Small Group Tour

Grape Day Pfalz & Alsace Small Group Tour

Please ask your travel advisor for the cost to add this to your package

Prepare to be pleasantly surprised as you embark on this leisurely eight-hour journey into the heart of German wine country. Delve into the fascinating world of German winemaking, where you'll uncover the secrets behind the production of exceptional local wines and indulge in tastings of delectable regional products. Immerse yourself in the picturesque countryside scenery as you explore the vibrant wine region alongside an expert guide, offering a firsthand experience of Germany's rich viticultural heritage and the opportunity to sample renowned wines that reflect the essence of the land.


Activity Level : Moderate
Duration : 8 hours

Day 7

Day 7 - Traveling to Frankfurt by Private Transfer

Today, you will trade Heidelberg for Frankfurt. You will be picked up from your accommodations at your preferred departure time and taken directly to your accommodations at the other end, a 75-minute ride.

We also offer the following excursions in Heidelberg

Heidelberg Sightseeing Group Cruise
Easy50 minutes
Private Night Watchman Walking Tour
Light1 Hour

1 Night in Frankfurt

1 Night in Frankfurt

2 days in Frankfurt
2 days in Frankfurt

1 Night in Frankfurt

The birthplace of German democracy, Frankfurt is now more famous for its bankers, and the skyscrapers they have funded. A hub from the very beginning (the name comes from a river ford used by the Franks who went on to conquer France), Frankfurt's airport offers flights to more destinations than any other, and you can seemingly take trains anywhere from here, too. This is one of Germany's most diverse cities, even when its famous trade shows aren't in town, yet next to the skyscrapers you'll find the restored old town that served as the brief capital of a democratic Germany during the failed 1848 revolutions, and remains a reminder of Frankfurt's time as one of the Holy Roman Empire's prime cities.

The birthplace of German democracy, Frankfurt is now more famous for its bankers, and the skyscrapers they have funded. A hub from the very beginning (the name comes from a river ford used by the Franks who went on to conquer France), Frankfurt's airport offers flights to more destinations than any other, and you can seemingly take trains anywhere from here, too. This is one of Germany's most diverse cities, even when its famous trade shows aren't in town, yet next to the skyscrapers you'll find the restored old town that served as the brief capital of a democratic Germany during the failed 1848 revolutions, and remains a reminder of Frankfurt's time as one of the Holy Roman Empire's prime cities.

Day 7

Day 7 - Arrival in Frankfurt

Upon your arrival in Frankfurt a driver will take you directly to your accommodation.

Frankfurt Private Walking Tour

Frankfurt Private Walking Tour

Please ask your travel advisor for the cost to add this to your package

Discover Frankfurt's famed highlights and hidden gems most tourists never find. From Frankfurt's beautiful old opera house, St. Paul's Church, and the stock exchange, through to the cathedral and the beautifully reconstructed new "Old Town," you will get a comprehensive overview of the city's architecture, history and culture. There is even the chance to sample one of the local markets and try the local apple juices, apple wine and white wines from the Rhine region.


Activity Level : Moderate
Duration : 3 hours

Day 8

Day 8 - Departure Day

Based on your departure time, a driver will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to Frankfurt airport.

We also offer the following excursions in Frankfurt

Frankfurt Group Walking Tour
Light3 hours
Grape Escape Rhine Valley Wine Tour Small Group Experience
Moderate8 hours
Heidelberg Private Day Trip
Moderate8 Hours
Rhine Valley Private Day Trip
Moderate8 hours

What's Included

Here are all the services provided as part of your complete vacation package. See what every JayWay trip includes.
Please let us know if you'd like to upgrade any transfers or add any additional tours or excursions to your itinerary.

Munich

2 Nights Accommodation
Breakfast (hotels only)
Munich Airport Transfer
Munich City Group Walking Tour
Munich Train Station Transfer
Munich - Baden Baden Train

Baden-Baden

2 Nights Accommodation
Breakfast (hotels only)
Baden Baden Train Station Transfer
Baden-Baden Private Walking Tour
Black Forest Private Day Trip
Baden-Baden - Heidelberg Private Transfer

Heidelberg

2 Nights Accommodation
Breakfast (hotels only)
Heidelberg Old Town and Castle Private Tour
Heidelberg - Frankfurt Private Transfer

Frankfurt

1 Night Accommodation
Breakfast (hotels only)
Frankfurt Airport Transfer

package excludes:


  • Flights to and from Europe.
  • Tips for Tour Guides, Drivers and Local Reps.
  • Meals (other than breakfast if included in room rate and meals listed as included in food tours and excursions, unless explicitly stated otherwise).
  • Parking fees for your Rental Car (if you are booking one with us) unless otherwise indicated. Some hotels provide free parking facilities.
  • Travel Insurance. See the insurance link on our website
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A JayWay vacation is more than the sum of its parts. Our team work tirelessly to ensure your experience is memorable for all the right reasons. Your trip is personalized to maximize your enjoyment. You're taken care of every step of the way.

A Travel Advisor who speaks your language

We will make sure that all your requirements and interests are taken into account in preparing your itinerary.

A totally tailored itinerary for your vacation

Your trip is customized for you by  an experienced trip planner and an expert on the region.

A choice of hand-picked hotels and excursions

We've personally inspected and tested all the hotels and local tour providers we work with to ensure quality.

Detailed pre-trip preparation to make the most of every day

Your Europe-based Tour Manager will be in touch by email and phone a month before you arrive to finalize timings.

On-trip Concierge Service to smooth out any bumps in the road

Your tour manager is at your service throughout your journey. We'll provide a local SIM so you can stay connected.

Personalized Guest Page to make sure you're not missing out

Packed with detailed information and recommendations curated by locals on the best things to do, see and eat.
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