Germany and Norway

We’ll begin our panoramic tour of Berlin with a local guide, lasting approximately two and a half hours. From the bus, we’ll see Museum Island, the Television Tower, the central shopping streets, the old cathedral destroyed in World War II, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and the city’s large parks. We’ll also leave the coach to explore the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Memorial Museum, two powerful landmarks that remind us of Germany’s difficult history in the previous century. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city at your leisure. Optionally, you can visit Potsdam with its gardens, Sanssouci Palace, and Cecilienhof Palace.

Bavaria´s second-largest city, Nuremberg, features a historic castle, ancient walls, and an old university. The city also holds significant reminders of World War II and the Nazi era. Despite being completely destroyed during the war, Nuremberg has risen from its ashes. We’ll have time to wander through its bustling center. Accommodation.

We’ll board a ferry (scheduled for 9:50 a.m.) for a forty-minute cruise along the Danube, in the area known as the “Danube Gorge”. We’ll arrive at Kloster Weltenburg, a stunning Benedictine monastery founded in 1040, with time to explore.

We’ll have time for lunch before we visit the concentration camp museum in the outskirts of Munich, a reminder of the harrowing times of Nazism. There will be time to tour the complex. At the start of the afternoon, we’ll continue to Munich, where we’ll visit the impressive BMW Welt, a modern multifunctional exhibition facility of the prestigious German vehicle brand BMW Group. We’ll also see the park that houses the Olympiastadion, an architectural marvel where the 1972 Olympic Games were held. After this, you’ll have free time in the historic center. You can stroll through Marienplatz, the heart of Munich, visit the picturesque Viktualienmarkt open-air market, relax in the Englischer Garten, or enjoy the traditional beer houses.

Nestled in the Bavarian Alps, this charming town is home to the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. With our guide, we’ll walk to the viewpoint of Mary’s Bridge from where we will enjoy breathtaking views of the gorge and alpine scenery. After spending some time, you can return to the bus on foot or by horse carriage (not included). If you prefer, instead of heading to the viewpoint, you will have time to enjoy the surroundings, the glaciar lake and appreciate the castle from another accesible areas. You can also admire the equally enchanting Hohenschwangau Castle.

This charming medieval village is bustling with tourists and commercial activity. After some free time, we’ll go on a two-hour boat ride on the Rhine. We’ll cruise along the most scenic part of the river, featuring fortresses, medieval villages, ancient churches, and hillside vineyards. We’ll arrive in Sankt Goar and continue our journey along scenic roads toward the Moselle Valley.

Arrival in this vibrant city situated between a lake and its bustling port on the River Elbe, with numerous restaurants. Our guide will take you around the port and share insights about the city. Hamburg is one of Germany’s most dynamic and iconic cities. Enjoy time to stroll and have lunch.

We’ll stop at the Swords in Rock monument to remember the Vikings before continuing along the coast. Shortly after, we’ll reach Mortavika, where we’ll take a boat across Skudenesfjorden, a journey of just over half an hour. Arrival at Arsvågen, where we’ll continue through stunning scenery dominated by the sea, and pass through the world´s deepest tunnel, below the sea. At approximately 11:30 a.m., we’ll arrive at Sandvikvåg for a 45-minute boat crossing surrounded by spectacular fjords.

We’ll visit this tiny town before taking a boat cruise along the fjord, scheduled to depart at 12:00 p.m. The cruise lasts just over 1 hour and 30 minutes and offers close views of impressive cliffs. We recommend having lunch on board. Around 1:30 p.m. - We’ll disembark in Aurland (or occasionally in Flam). We’ll continue our journey through woods, lakes, isolated mountains with snow-covered peaks, and glaciers. We’ll pass through the 24.5 km Aurland Tunnel, the longest in the world, designed with techniques to rest the eyes and prevent driver fatigue.

We’ll stop to view from the outside what is considered the best-preserved medieval Christian church in Norway. These wooden churches are iconic symbols of Norway, often featuring incredible carved wooden designs where elements of the ancient Norse gods coexist with Christian symbolism.

With our local guide, we’ll pass by the Royal Palace, stop at Vigeland Park with its impressive collection of sculptures, and view the exterior of the City Hall, the old port, and the modern Opera House. The tour will conclude around 11:00 a.m. You’ll have free time afterward, and we recommend visiting one of the city´s beautiful museums, such as the Munch Museum. Our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful and lasting memories. Please, check the time of your flight in case you might need an additional night. Our guide will advise you on the best public transportation for your transfers. If you need to book an external service (like a plane or train) on the last day of your tour, which includes activities, please note that the detailed itineraries are based on "planned" schedules and could be affected by various factors such as traffic, customer delays, mechanical issues, etc. It´s advisable not to book a flight or train with a tight schedule without considering these factors. Always allocate extra time in your schedule for unexpected events.