Daily Itinerary
Itinerary Highlights
Places
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Heidelberg
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The Fairy Tale Route
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The Romantic Road
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Rothenburg
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Munich
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Neuschwanstein Castle
Disney Difference
Junior Adventurer/Family Friendly
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Costumed story book characters
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Disney movie night
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Bike riding and archery lessons
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Make a bear at the Steiff Bear Factory
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Pretzel making lessons
Day 1:
(Meal Included: Dinner)
Arrive at Frankfurt Airport
Willkommen! Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to the Crowne Plaza.
The Crowne Plaza Hotel in Heidelberg
Unwind from the flight in this comfortable hotel situated in the heart of the storybook city of Heidelberg as an Adventure Guide checks you in.
Welcome Reception
Meet your fellow Adventurers and say “Guten tag!” at this reception in the hotel as you participate in an entertaining orientation with your Adventure Guides.
Buffet Dinner at the Crowne Plaza Hotel
After the orientation, enjoy a hearty meal of tasty traditional German fare with your fellow Adventurers at this buffet-style dinner in the hotel. Guten appetit!
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Day 2:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner)
Heidelberg Castle Tour
Explore the majestic ruins of this incredible red-stone castle, once the home of royalty and a fortress against great armies. Described by Mark Twain as “beaten by storms, but royal still, and beautiful,” the Heidelberg castle looms above vivid foliage with its stately arches and towers. Tour the castle with your Adventure Guides as well as a local expert and meet some surprise guest characters from the castle’s past and present!
Lunch On Your Own in Heidelberg
Discover the specialties of the German southwest: the delicious spätzle noodles and stuffed pasta pockets called maultaschen. Or try something more international such French food with a German flair. Ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations for lunch on your own. They can help you plan the perfect lunch for your family.
Explore Heidelberg On Your Own
In the afternoon, while on your own, you may choose to wander the cobblestone streets and admire the Baroque architecture of charming Heidelberg. Or, wind your way up the Philosopher’s Path for special views of Old Town and the castle, treat yourself to the mile-long shopping street,and magnificent cakes and pastries from this region!
Wine Tasting at Zum Ritter St. Georg
At the romantic Zum Ritter Hotel, enjoy a wine-tasting event in historic elegance. Let the melodic strains of a lute and flutist carry you to the Renaissance as you meet a favorite local character, the jester Perkeo.
Welcome Dinner at Zum Ritter Hotel
After you savor the local wines, feast at a private dinner in the Zum Ritter Restaurant. Admire the gorgeous architecture of this historical landmark as you relish a meal fit for a 16th-century king!
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Day 3:
(Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Journey to Alsfeld
Following breakfast at the hotel, board a private motor coach to the charming city of Alsfeld.
Arrival in Alsfeld and City Tour with The Brothers Grimm
Upon your arrival in the medieval town of Alsfeld, you will be greeted by the Brothers Grimm who lived in this region. Tour the city with the brothers as they talk about their lives and the stories they wrote in this picturesque place. Watch as fairy tales seem to come to life before your very eyes!
Picnic Lunch and Storytelling at Alsfeld Museum
As the sun climbs high, enjoy a picnic in the courtyard of the delightful Alsfed Museum. Like a gingerbread house from a fairytale, this timber-frame museum in classic old German style is the perfect setting for a lunchtime treat. During your picnic lunch, Little Red Riding Hood herself will tell you her very own story. All the better to eat lunch with!
Journey to Trendelburg Castle
Board a private motor coach and travel through romantic countryside to the fairytale castle of Trendelburg, also known as Rapunzel’s Castle, where the Brothers Grimm found their inspiration for the famous story.
Welcome Reception at Hotel Burg Trendelburg
Upon arrival, a knight greets you personally and orients you to this unique, medieval-style hotel. Start with the verdant garden grounds and then make your way to the grand round tower. Gather together for a special reception as Rapunzel lets down her golden hair to welcome you from the tower window!
Medieval Dinner in Trendelburg Cellar
Return to a time of lords and ladies as you dine at the banquet table of this 800-year old cellar. The very walls tell tales as centuries speak from the stony clefts and crevices.
Disney Movie Night
While adults take a break from the day’s activities at the hotel, Junior Adventurers enjoy a private Disney movie presentation with snacks and soft drinks.
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Day 4:
(Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Bike Riding and Archery Lessons at Hofgut Stammen
After breakfast, start the day with a privately-guided biking tour at the charming campground of Hofgut Stammen. A local expert will take you over a smooth path through the leafy grounds. Afterwards take aim at fun as you learn the art of archery!
Cookout Lunch at Hofgut Stammen
After an energetic morning, a delicious hearty meal awaits you in the shady grounds of this quaint, rustic restaurant.
Afternoon On Your Own at Hotel Trendelburg
Relax in one of the splendid sitting rooms or stroll the magical countryside surrounding the hotel as you spend time on your own this afternoon. Dream up your own fairytale stories as you explore the hotel, finding suits of armor and other pieces of artwork that whisk you back several centuries!
Tour of Sababurg Castle
Tour the enchanting castle that inspired the Brothers Grimm to write the story of Sleeping Beauty. As you discover this amazing 14th-century estate on a hill in a lush oak forest, meet Sleeping Beauty herself and listen as she tells her tale.
Fairytale Dinner at Sababurg Castle
As you dine in the regal splendor of this bewitching castle, delight in the entertainment of Sleeping Beauty and her Prince as they are accompanied by the deep dulcet tones of a cello.
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Day 5:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch)
Journey to Löwenburg Castle
Travel by coach to the amazing Löwenburg Castle created by Landgrave Wilhelm IX, known as the Walt Disney of his era!
Löwenburg Castle Tour
Enjoy a “royal” welcome when a German princess rolls out the red carpet and greets you at the castle. Follow the princess on a tour of the castle complex and its grounds. Discover the lavishly decorated medieval, Renaissance and baroque rooms, the weapons room with its famous Black Knight suit of armor, and the opulent Gothic-style chapel.
Lunch at Gutshof Kassel Restaurant
Dine in the lordly ambiance of this beautiful manor house that once fed the sovereigns at the nearby castle.
Journey to Rothenburg
All aboard the coach as it takes you to historic Rothenburg. When you arrive, your Adventure Guides will check you into the esteemed Eisenhut Hotel, which was once home to Rothenburg’s wealthiest families.
Dinner On Your Own in Rothenburg
Once you arrive, take your pick of casual and fine-dining establishments. Be sure to ask your Adventure Guide for recommendations for dining on your own to ensure you have a meal you and your family will never forget!
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Day 6:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner)
Pretzel Making
For fun with a twist, learn to make pretzels at the Striffler Bakery from the bakery’s own chef! Enjoy this hands-on experience as you create a favorite German snack.
Walking Tour
Explore this town that was the inspiration for the village in the Disney movie Pinnochio. A local expert will take you on a leisurely paced tour of the town’s historic sights.
Lunch and Afternoon On Your Own in Rothenburg
Enjoy a tasty lunch at one of the town’s many cafés and restaurants. Revel in the storybook beauty of this renowned German city as you wander through its quaint roads past colorful shops with half-timbered gables. Your Adventure Guide can recommend a variety of activities and must-see sights for a wunderbar afternoon!
Dinner at the Eisenhut Hotel
Dine behind the historic walls, overlooking a fairy-kissed garden as you enjoy a fine dinner at one of the oldest hotels in the town.
Night Walk with the Night Watchman
On this twilight tour, follow the lively Night Watchman as he leads you by lamp light down the town’s lanes and regales you with legends. View Rothenburg’s impressive scenery and sagas in a whole new light.
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Day 7:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch)
Bear Making at Steiff Bear Factor
Travel by motor coach to the wonderful countryside of Giegen for a magical interactive tour of the famous Steiff Bear factory. The company’s founder, Margaret Steiff, was the inventor of the teddy bear. The tour is followed by a hands-on workshop where you make your very own bear to bring home!
Lunch at Salzburgerhof Hotel
Take your midday meal in this cozy, colorful hotel restaurant with its relaxing beer garden and outstanding international kitchen.
Romantic Road to Munich
Travel south along the scenic “Romantic Road to Munich” by motor coach until you arrive at the Kempinski Hotel. Sit back and admire the old-world lobby as your Adventure Guides check you into this historic hotel.
Walking Tour of Munich
There’s music in the air! Explore the capital of Bavaria with a local expert as he or she shows you the incredible sights of the city where legendary operatic composers Richard Strauss and Carl Orff were born. In this orientation, learn about the wealth of architecture, art and history in Munich’s palaces, gardens and museums just waiting for your discovery.
Dinner On Your Own in Munich
Choose from a splendid array of delicious options when you dine on your own in this international destination. Whether you’re looking for a unique experience, such as the sofa décor or more traditional fare you are sure to find an unforgettable meal for your entire family.
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Day 8:
(Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Neuschwanstein Castle
Enjoy this excursion to the magical snowy-white castle of King Ludwig II, a tremendous inspiration to Walt Disney as he designed Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. Known as the Fairytale King, Ludwig II built a fantasy world of great beauty and elegance in this castle where he lived and died, combining the architectural marvels of a storybook palace with the latest technological conveniences. Lose yourself in the dreams of this poetic king of Bavaria as you are guided through the exquisite halls and rooms born of his imagination.
Lunch at Lisl Hotel Restaurant
Enjoy the King Ludwig room overlooking the stunning Neuschwanstein Castle for a delectable meal in the historic town of Schwangau.
Farewell Dinner at Hofbräuhaus München
Gather with your fellow Adventurers in one of the oldest beer halls in Germany for a grand farewell feast. Enjoy a superb dinner with entertainment from a rousing oompa band and lively German dancers.
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Day 9:
(Meal Included: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the Kempinski Hotel
Say goodbye to your newfound friends and enjoy one last meal in Munich.
Transfer to Airport
Board pre-arranged transportation to the airport and say “auf wiedersehen” until you return again!
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Discover where "once upon a time" began. Visit quaint towns along the Romantic Road, stay in a medieval castle in a fairytale
forest and visit the real inspiration for the castle at Disneyland® Park. Your family is sure to remember this trip
"happily ever after."
