Top Bavaria Rail Tours

Travel from Munich to Bavaria’s Neuschwanstein Castle on this day trip that includes round-trip transportation by train. Often known as Germany’s "Cinderella castle," Neuschwanstein was actually the inspiration for a different Disney story, the ‘Sleeping Beauty’ castle at Disneyland. Take a guided tour of the castle, and hear stories about the "Mad" King Ludwig II, who commissioned it. The entrance fee is not included, but skip-the-line access is, so you won’t wait in the main admission queue.

Discover elegant Salzburg—historic birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart—on a day trip from Munich. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Salzburg, take a guided tour of city attractions like Domkirche Cathedral and the Festung Hohensalzburg fortress, then enjoy hours of independent time to explore. Soak up Austrian history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the city set against the striking backdrop of the Alps.

Discover beautiful Nuremberg — site of Hitler’s infamous propaganda rallies — on a 10-hour rail tour from Munich. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Nuremberg, take a guided tour of city attractions like Congress Hall and medieval old town, then enjoy some free time to make an optional visit to the Documentation Center. Soak up German history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the medieval and gothic accents that decorate this modern city.

Gain insight into the Holocaust of World War II on this half-day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site from Munich. Travel by train and bus to the memorial site, and take a guided tour of the compound, a place of memorial and education dedicated to the thousands who were imprisoned and lost their lives there between 1933 and 1945. Learn how Dachau provided a model for all Nazi camps, and see the exhibitions and memorials, together with the reconstructed barracks and cells, as your guide provides illuminating, informative and sensitive commentary.

Gain insight into Munich’s dark past with a moving half-day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, including transport by train from Munich. Take a guided tour of the camp’s cells, barracks and gas chamber, learn about Dachau’s role as Germany’s first concentration camp and read prisoners' stories of the atrocities carried out under the Nazi regime. You’ll also have the opportunity to pay your respects at the poignant memorial site and watch an emotional documentary about the camp.

Witness the fairy tale castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, created by Germany’s 19th-century King Ludwig II, on a day trip from Munich. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, admire Bavaria's magnificent scenery as you journey to Linderhof, Ludwig’s rococo-style hunting lodge and last home. Join an optional interior tour and then continue to Neuschwanstein, a picture book clutch of turrets and chambers that inspired Disney’s Sleeping Beauty castle. Enjoy free time in nearby Hohenschwangau village for lunch and to explore Neuschwanstein’s grounds, and take an optional castle tour. Entrance fees not included (unless you choose the Upgrade option).

Spend the day exploring Munich’s enchanted surroundings with your own private guide and vehicle. Visit the popular sights of the Ettal Monastery, the village of Oberammergau, the opulent Linderhof Palace, and finish the day with a guided tour of the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Discover the rich history of Bavaria and get insider tips from your informative guide during this private tour.

Get a dose of Bavaria's iconic beer culture with this food and beer tour in Munich. Home of Oktoberfest and a collection of famous beer halls and beer gardens, Bavaria's beautiful capital invites visitors from around the globe with its promise of fun and camaraderie. Partner with a savvy guide for an insider look at this tradition of imbibing. You’ll hit local haunts and enjoy Bavarian nibbles in the company of fellow beer aficionados.

Visit the Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden, Adolf Hitler’s famous mountaintop retreat, on this day trip from Munich. Travel by air-conditioned coach through Bavaria’s lush mountainscapes, and ride a bus and elevator to the lodge, 6,148 feet (1,834 meters) up Mt. Kehlstein. See where Hitler entertained dignitaries, view the hall where weddings and conferences were staged, and explore the terrace to admire the spectacular Alpine views—vistas that Hitler, ironically, found challenging due to his vertigo. Enjoy time for lunch (own expense) and the option to visit the Nazi Documentation Center Museum.

Eat your way around Bavaria without leaving Munich on this tantalising 2-hour tasting tour. Immerse yourself in local life as you visit Munich’s historic Viktualienmarkt and follow your guide around the colorful stalls. Along the way, tuck into Bavaria’s famous sausages, regional cheeses and freshly baked breads, or sample exotic fruits and delicious sweet pastries.

Take a deep dive into the world of Munich food—from hearty Bavarian classics to contemporary fusion ice cream—on this small-group tour with a foodie guide. Enjoy tastings at seven different stops, including sausages, beer, cakes, pastries, and dumplings, and explore the Viktualienmarkt food market and beyond. Numbers are capped at just 10 travelers for a more intimate experience.

Tour the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site during an informative visit with a small group. Travel by train from central Munich and walk the grounds with a guide to learn about the 12-year history and operations of the first Nazi concentration camp—established by Adolf Hitler and the Third Reich. Your guide details the brutal system of oppression at Dachau during World War II and the suffering experienced by its prisoners.

Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site and take a Third Reich walking tour of Munich on this full-day, small-group tour. Visit Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany during the Holocaust. Learn how it served as a model for all the other camps that followed it and listen to the heart-wrenching stories of Dachau’s many prisoners. Then, return to Munich to see sites associated with Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, and gain insight into this dark period of Munich's past. This tour includes transport and the services of a guide.

Take a trip to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this private, half-day tour from Munich. Dachau was the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany and it served as a model for all the other camps that followed it. See various parts of the facility—including the 'Arbeit macht frei' gateway and the administration headquarters—and explore the museum with a guide. You'll benefit from personalized attention while gaining insight into the site's past.

Escape to the islands of Herreninsel and Fraueninsel in the Chiemsee, Bavaria’s largest lake, on this full-day rail trip from Munich. Enjoy a guided tour of the stunning Herrenchiemsee Palace, modeled after the Palace of Versailles and one of King Ludwig II’s homes on Herreninsel Island. Then explore the historic Fraueninsel Island, whose origins date back 1,300 years, at leisure. Round-trip train ticket included. Castle admission and boat rides additional.

Drive through the old town and through the unique history of Nuremberg. From the main market with the beautiful fountain past the Maxbrücke, the St Lorenz church, the Heilig-Geist-Spital and up to the Kaiserburg with its fortifications. Everything is easy for you to admire from the train. You will also learn fun and interesting facts, old-fashioned and current, glamorous and possibly also cruel, romantic and temperamental about Nuremberg and its residents. On this tour you will experience the highlights of several centuries in about 40 minutes and then you can explore the city on your own.

Drive through the old town and through the unique history of Würzburg. From the magnificent residence, to the cathedral, along the Main and within sight of the Marienberg fortress. Everything is easy for you to admire from the train. You will also learn fun and interesting facts, old-fashioned and current, glamorous and possibly also cruel, romantic and temperamental about Würzburg and its inhabitants. On this tour you will experience the highlights of several centuries in about 40 minutes and can then explore the city on your own, join a guided tour on foot or take a trip on the Main e.g. to Veitshöchheim.

Delve into Nuremberg’s rich and controversial history on a flexible private tour from Munich. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Nuremberg, then accompany your private guide on a personalized sightseeing walk through the historic city, famous as the epicenter of the Nazi propaganda campaign. See attractions like Congress Hall, Luitpold Arena, Great Street and historic old town, and learn about the birth of the Third Reich empire. The agenda is yours to design on this custom tour!

Experience a city tour through the old town and through the unique history of Regensburg. From the cathedral and the old town hall past the stone bridge to the castle of Thurn & Taxis, from the patrician towers over the Danube to the historic Wurstkuchl, you can marvel at everything comfortably from the train. You will also learn fun and interesting facts, old-fashioned and current, glamorous and cruel, romantic and fast-paced of Regensburg and its residents. On the city tour through Regensburg you will experience the highlights of several centuries in about 45 minutes and then you can explore the city on your own.

You'll learn about Mozart, and many other personalities from this Wonderful city. We visit many places from the movie Sound of music with songs from the movie. I sing three (sometimes more) songs from the movie for you. The second part of my tour contains a shopping tour, if you like. Besides it, you may have the boat trip (for 1:30 hour) and see more from the region. My tours have a maximum of 15 people and I work through with the group, if wanted. I lead my tours in person. I rare cases (of health or other major problems) a substitute with same skills will be provided.

This tour will give you a full background to King Ludwig's life and his tragic and mysterious death. We have enough time for lunch and time to collect perfect pictures, making your visit an unforgettable experience. Reservation for the castle tickets must be done at least 30 Days in advance. I cannot guarantee for the ticket if not reserved, but you may cancel free of charges, if there is no ticket available anymore.

Murnau is a charming town with views of the Alps and two fine small breweries. Located on the large and beautiful Lake Staffelsee, there are numerous hiking trails. The Dragon's Way is one of the most scenic, taking in both mountain views and lake shore walking. Join Beer Hiking Bavaria author Rich Carbonara as he takes you on the Dragon's Way and finishes up at a one of his favorite breweries for a meal and well-deserved beer. This is what life in Bavaria is all about. -similar tours to Tegernsee & Mittenwald available, please inquire directly for more details.

Discovering local foods is the most important part of travelling. And we bring that same philosophy to our version of the must-do Salzburg Day-Trip from Munich. Start our journey with a tranquil two-hour train ride from Munich main station, as we speed along past Alpine landscapes and beautiful Bavarian lakes. Once we arrive at Salzburg main station, your expert guide will lead you through this quaint city to the cobblestoned streets of the Old Town. Apart from taking in the history of the city and marvelling at breathtaking mountain top views, we will stuff you full of all the must-eat foods Salzburg has to offer from authentic Austrian schnitzel and beer, to the famous Sacher Tort and delectable Salzburger Nockerln dessert. We will also give you plenty of time to visit the famous sites in Salzburg too, including, Fortress Hohensalzburg, Mozart's Birth House, Salzburg Cathedral, the local shopping streets, and much more, before your guide takes you back to Munich Hauptbahnhof.

Savor the flavors of Bavaria and enjoy an evening of food and fun on this private half-day brewery day tour in the Alps. Follow a private guide on a sightseeing tour through 12th-century Murnau and gain insight into the Alpine town’s rich history. Along the way, taste a few of the local beers and sample the flavors the residents love. Then, visit a local brewery and learn about the region’s brewing heritage during your guided tour. Following more tastings, receive your official Brewmeister's certificate then enjoy a traditional Bavarian meal.