Culinary Bavaria - Frankfurt to Munich by Train

7 Days

Explore several cities over the course of this culinary train adventure from Frankfurt to Munich. See Frankfurt, Würzburg, Rothenburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, and Munich.

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Culinary Germany by Train - 6 Night Independent Tour - 4* Hotels

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Tour Highlights

  • Daily Departures
  • Perfect mix of private touring with independent time to explore on your own
  • Tour can be booked online with 2-6. For larger parties, please email [email protected] for prices for larger parties. (Note, prices noted are for 2-passengers. Prices will DECREASE with more shared passengers added)

Culinary Germany - Frankfurt to Munich by Train Tour Highlights & Inclusions

  • 6 nights accommodations in hotels (hotel to be advised once booked).
  • Confirmed travel between cities with reserved seating.
  • Daily buffet breakfast (except morning of arrival).
  • Private night watchman tour in Würzburg with a Franconian 5-course dinner.
  • Private wine tasting in Rothenburg.
  • Beer tasting in Nuremberg.
  • E-documents only provided for this tour.

Note: 

This package can also be offered on a self-drive basis. Please call 800-833-4373 or email reservations to request rates (please provide desired travel dates, # of people, rooming and vehicle transmission choice (automatic or standard shift)).

Day 1 | Frankfurt - Würzburg

The first day of your culinary tour through Germany leads you to Würzburg, a pretty town in the heart of the Franconian wine region. Explore the city at your own pace. You may visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Residence Palace, the medieval Marienberg fortress with magnificent views of the Main valley and the cathedral. In the evening enjoy a culinary night watchman tour. During this tour, you will learn more about the history of the city and will stop at traditional "Gasthäusern (Inn's)" to taste some typical Franconian food like Mostsuppe (Franconian cider soup) and Apfelküchle (baked Applerings). Overnight in Frankfurt.

Day 2 | Würzburg - Rothenburg

In the morning travel from Würzburg to Rothenburg, one of the oldest and most 1 2 beautiful cities along the Romantic Road. From 1170 to 1240, Rothenburg was a Free Imperial City. Strategically located, Rothenburg is nestled on the shores of the meandering Tauber River. A stroll through its narrow, cobblestone streets is a trip back in time. The medieval city center has been beautifully preserved; admire the wooden houses, the historic town hall and extensive medieval city wall. The highlight of this day is a wine tasting where you will taste different types of regional wines. Overnight in Rothenburg. (B)

Day 3 | Rothenburg - Nuremberg

Today continue to Nuremberg. Take the time to explore the historic city center at your own pace and see the well-preserved Kaiserburg, Gothic churches, romantic houses and peaceful squares. In the late afternoon join an interesting tour through the underground cellars of Nuremberg, where you learn more about the history and the elaboration process of beer since the 19th century. The tour ends with a tasting of a local beer. Overnight in Nuremberg. (B)

Day 4 | Nuremberg - Bamberg - Nuremberg

Today visit Bamberg, located in northern Bavaria. The town is famous for its beer and features a lovely old city center (UNESCO). Discover the historic city center, the cathedral, the castle Altenburg and more. Free time to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the city in a beer garden "Biergarten" with a delicious local beer. Later return to Nuremberg for overnight. (B)

Day 5 | Nuremberg - Munich

This morning continue to your last destination, Munich. The capital of Bavaria is famous for its beer culture as well as for hearty meals. Munich's close relationship to beer is reflected in many parts in the old town quarter of Munich and not only the history of the beer and the associated historical places will be brought closer to you but also entertaining, quite interesting anecdotes about beer will be told during a private tour which also includes a beer tasting with a real Bavarian brew master. (B)

Day 6 | Munich

In addition to a tour of streets and buildings of Munich's old town", we also experience Bavarian cuisine and explore this on and around the historic Viktualien Market, since the beginning of the 19th century, this market presents all local delicacies in the heart of the city. We explore together those individual colorful market stands and learn what a cabbage wrap is or 'Schmalznudel' and of course tasting those as well. How did the white sausage come into being, what is a 'Striezel` and what does a pretzel represent. (B)

Day 7 | depart from Munich

After breakfast end of services. (B)

MAPS

This tour map showcases key destinations and routes for our guided adventures. Each tour highlights unique locations, cultural landmarks, and picturesque regions, giving you a visual guide to the journey ahead.

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MISCELLANEOUS INFO

Pricing

Your tour land price is per person based on two (2) people sharing a twin or double room. When a single room is booked, a single supplement will apply. However, solo travelers (not traveling with other participants) on request. Maximum of six passengers can be booked online. Bookings with more than six passengers are on request.

This tour does not include:

  • Items not noted on itinerary
  • Lunches
  • Dinners

Airfare

Airfare can be booked in conjunction with this tour. Airfare is instant purchase and non-refundable. 

Departures & Transfers

Tour date is the date the tour begins in Frankfurt. Please book your air one day prior to allow for overnight flights.

Arrival and departure transfers are not included, but transfers to/from train stations are. Celtic Tours can book transfers separately if desired (at time of booking).

HOTELS

Würzburg Hotel

Würzburg Hotel
Centrally located hotel in Würzburg.
Duration: 1
Day: 1
Würzburg Hotel

Rothenburg Hotel

Rothenburg Hotel
Centrally located hotel in Rothenburg.
Duration: 1
Day: 2
Rothenburg Hotel

Nuremberg Hotel

Nuremberg Hotel
Centrally located hotel in Nuremberg.
Duration: 2
Day: 3
Nuremberg Hotel

Munich Hotel

Munich Hotel
Centrally located hotel in Munich.
Duration: 2
Day: 5
Munich Hotel