Trip Overview

5 Days 1-6 Pax Premium Small Group | In-depth Germany Tour of Glory & Romance | Alsfeld-Leipzig-Potsdam-Berlin-Dresden-Bamberg-Würzburg-Rothenburg-Stuttgart-Heidelberg | Frankfurt Round Trip

Tourist Number: 670013
Duration: 5 days
Start City:
End City:
Airport Pickup:
Language: English
Departure Day: Wed
Highlights
[Premium Small Group]1-6 pax exclusive group, 5-9 seat sedan or Mercedes van provided, full-time Chinese driver-guide service, carefully selected local 4-star hotels.
[Fairy Tale Tour]Stroll quaint towns including Alsfeld and Rothenburg, explore the hometown of Grimm’s Fairy Tales and medieval red-roofed streets.
[Royal Splendor]Walk around Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam, trace the footsteps of Frederick the Great and experience the glory of the Prussian Dynasty.
[Industrial Legend]Visit Mercedes Museum in Stuttgart, appreciate Germany’s precision engineering and the craftsmanship of the automotive industry.
[Ancient Town Charm]Wander the waterside old town of Bamberg and Neckar riverside ancient cities, admire red-roofed scenery and cultural highlights of romantic Germany.
Itinerary

Special Note

[Itinerary & Traffic Notes]
1.The distances between cities stated in the itinerary are for reference only. Our company reserves the right to make adjustments according to local traffic conditions.
2.The sightseeing schedule is for reference only. We reserve the right to make appropriate arrangements and changes to the sightseeing order and accommodation locations based on actual circumstances. Participants shall accept such arrangements without objection.
3.The itinerary is for reference only. If affected by unforeseen incidents or force majeure (such as weather changes, natural disasters, political events, etc.), our company reserves the right to temporarily revise, adjust or change the itinerary order, scenic spots and accommodation locations. Thank you for your understanding.
4.Scenic spot ticket prices are subject to frequent changes. The final price shall be subject to the on-site announcement at the attraction.
[Accommodation Regulations]
1.Room sharing service is not included in this product.
2.Check-in and check-out times vary by hotel. Generally, standard check-in time is 14:00 or 15:00. Please present your tour confirmation letter at the hotel front desk upon arrival. Standard check-out time is before 12:00 noon.
3.A king-size bed room is not guaranteed for all hotels. In some properties, the twin room may consist of one regular bed plus a sofa bed or an extra bed.
4.Extended stay hotels cannot be guaranteed to be the same as the group hotel. Arrangements for extended stay will be confirmed close to departure.
[Joining & Departure Arrangements]
For local join-in guests, complimentary door-to-door pickup and drop-off service is provided within a 15-kilometer radius of the city center. Alternatively, you may proceed to the designated meeting point on your own and please arrive 10 minutes in advance for boarding.
[Tour Guide Service]
1.Tour guide service commences with the official start of the itinerary. It does not cover extra accommodation nights, free leisure time, or train/regular transportation included in the tour.
2.Due to local regulations in many cities, tour guides are not permitted to provide on-site explanations outside the vehicle. The guide will share sightseeing information before you alight for your self-guided visit.
[Luggage Policy]
Due to limited luggage space in 5-seater sedans or 7 9-seater vans, each passenger is allowed only one piece of checked luggage.Luggage restriction: weight within 25kg, total length-width-height sum no more than 158cm.If carrying more than one piece of luggage, the driver reserves the right to refuse storage. We appreciate your understanding.

Day 1:  Frankfurt - Alsfeld - Leipzig [Wed.]

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Alsfeld,


Today's Tour Highlights: Stepping into the ancient town of Alsfeld is like walking straight out of a fairy tale book. Over 500 exquisite half-timbered houses stretch out like a painted scroll, featuring decorated gables, slanted wooden beams and flower-blooming window sills. Every step along the medieval cobblestone streets feels like a note in a timeless melody. Known as a textbook of half-timbered architecture, Alsfeld is also closely linked to the Brothers Grimm and regarded as the original setting of the Little Red Riding Hood fairy tale.

 

We meet in Frankfurt in the morning and depart for Alsfeld, hometown of Little Red Riding Hood on the German Fairy Tale Route, to immerse ourselves in classic fairy-tale charm. In the afternoon, we travel to Leipzig for a city sightseeing tour before checking into the hotel.Accommodation: Leipzig or nearby small town.

 

[Alsfeld] (Sightseeing approx. 1.5 hours).Alsfeld is a charming town on both the German Fairy Tale Route and the German Half-Timbered House Route. Free from crowded tourist hotspots, it exudes the quiet charm of time-worn timber frames and lingering fairy-tale atmosphere around every corner. Don’t miss the picturesque fairy-tale houses, Renaissance-style Town Hall and lively Market Square.

[Leipzig] (Sightseeing approx. 1.5 hours).Famed as the inspirational hometown of Johann Sebastian Bach and once the cultural heart of East Germany, Leipzig carries profound historical heritage. The 1989 Peaceful Revolution began at Nikolaikirche (St. Nicholas Church) here, eventually leading to the fall of the Berlin Wall.Leipzig’s Old Town blends two distinctive vibes: the romance of Baroque music and medieval architecture, together with visible historical traces of the East German era.Leipzig Market Square & Old Town Hall: The city’s central square surrounded by colourful medieval buildings, serving as the main venue for the Leipzig Book Fair and traditional Christmas Market.

 
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Leipzig/pentahotel Leipzig/Victor's Residenz-Hotel Leipzig/Capri by Fraser Leipzig/Seminaris Hotel Leipzig/Hotel Royal International or the same level hotel

Day 2:  Leipzig - Potsdam - Berlin [Thu.]

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Potsdam,


Today's Tour Highlights: Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany. As Germany’s cultural capital, it is world-renowned for its diverse, avant-garde and inclusive atmosphere. The city’s art, history, music, nightlife and innovative spirit blend together to create a unique and vibrant cultural landscape.

 

In the morning, we head to Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam, known as the "Versailles of Prussia". After the visit, proceed to Berlin, the German capital, for a city sightseeing tour, then check into the hotel in the evening.Accommodation: Berlin or nearby small town.

 

[Sanssouci Palace](Approx. 1.5 hours visit, admission included).Sanssouci Park served as the summer palace of Frederick the Great. The French word Sanssouci means "without care", and the palace is hailed as the Versailles of Prussia.The Chinesisches Teehaus (Chinese House) is one of the most exotic buildings in Sanssouci Park. Constructed from 1755 to 1764 by order of Frederick the Great of Prussia, it features a yurt-shaped exterior decorated in elaborate Rococo style. It is a masterpiece of the 18th-century European Chinoiserie art trend, reflecting Europeans’ romantic imagination and fascination with Eastern culture at that time.

 

[Berlin](Approx. 3.5 hours sightseeing in total).Brandenburg Gate is the landmark of Berlin and Germany, standing as a symbol of German reunification and peace.The Reichstag Building (exterior visit only) was built in 1884 and once served as the parliament seat of the German Empire and the Weimar Republic.The Berlin Wall, once a dividing line between East and West, now symbolizes peace and unity. Standing beside it, you can feel the weight of history and the power of reconciliation.Berlin Cathedral (exterior visit only) is a magnificent Neo-Baroque church located on Museum Island in central Berlin, one of the area’s iconic landmarks.To experience Berlin’s profound cultural heritage and artistic essence, Museum Island is not to be missed, home to world-class museums and art galleries.(Note: All above attractions are exterior visits only; interior admission tickets are not included.)
Meals Included: Breakfast: Breakfast Buffet    / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: The Posthouse Berlin Potsdamer Platz - Leonardo Limited Edition/Mercure Hotel Berlin City/H4 Hotel Berlin Alexanderplatz/NH Berlin City Ost/Hotel Chateau Kurfurstendamm/ Vienna House by Wyndham Andel or the same level hotel

Day 3:  Berlin - Dresden - Bamberg [Fri.]

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Dresden,

Dresdner Zwinger,

Bamberg


Today's Tour Highlights: Blessed as the most splendid picture scroll along the Elbe River, Dresden is known worldwide as “Florence on the Elbe”. Baroque domes trace an elegant skyline, while countless artistic treasures lie hidden inside ancient palaces. Having endured the scars of war, it now stands in serene splendor. This is Dresden.
 

We depart from the hotel in the morning and head for Dresden, famed as “Florence on the Elbe”. Explore architectural masterpieces including the Zwinger Palace, a pinnacle of Baroque art. Afterwards, travel to Bamberg, known as Germany’s Little Venice.Accommodation: Bamberg or nearby city.

 

[Dresden] (Approx. 2.5 hours sightseeing).Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady)Reborn from the ruins of World War II, it stands as a powerful symbol of peace. Elegant and exquisitely structured, it ranks among the finest masterpieces of Baroque architecture.Furstenzug (Procession of Princes).The world’s largest porcelain mural, created to celebrate the 800th anniversary of the Wettin Dynasty, rulers of Saxony.Bruhlsche Terrasse (Bruhl's Terrace).Known as “the Balcony of Europe”, it is the most charming riverside promenade to admire Dresden’s old town scenery along the Elbe River.

[Zwinger Palace] (Approx. 45 minutes, admission included).The supreme masterpiece of Dresden Baroque architecture, featuring magnificent courtyards and several world-class museums.

[Bamberg] (Approx. 1 hour sightseeing).Bamberg’s Old Town is Germany’s largest historic city centre untouched by wartime destruction. It was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1993.More than 1,200 well-preserved historic buildings dot the town, including Bamberg Cathedral, the New Residence and the Old Residence.Bamberg is also famous for a great variety of local beers, especially its iconic smoked beer. Its unique flavour comes from malts dried over open beechwood fires.The Regnitz River winds gently through the town, forming an intricate network of waterways, earning Bamberg the lovely nickname “Little Venice”.

 
Meals Included: Breakfast: Breakfast Buffet    / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: NH Erlangen/Transmar Travel Hotel/NOVINA HOTEL Herzogenaurach Herzo Base/Acantus Hotel/Hotel Bayerischer Hof or the same level hotel

Day 4:  Bamberg - Wurzburg - Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Stuttgart [Sat.]

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Bamberg,

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Rothenburg,


Today's Tour Highlights: Today’s route takes us from Würzburg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, two iconic stops along Germany’s famous Romantic Road. Step through the gate of time and wander the cobblestone streets, where even the air carries a warm, honeyed glow. This is no fictional Disney castle, but a real-life fairy-tale town — Rothenburg, Germany.

 

We head to Wurzburg, the northern starting point of the Romantic Road, in the morning, then continue to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The town preserves abundant medieval scenery, including Rothenburg Town Hall, St. James’ Church (exterior only) and Rothenburg City Walls. Stroll through the old town filled with historic architecture — quiet squares, secluded lanes, towers, fountains, city gates, fortifications, old storehouses and traditional wine taverns all make you feel as if time has stood still here.Accommodation: Stuttgart or nearby city.

 

[Wurzburg] (Approx. 2 hours sightseeing).Begin with the Market Square and Marienkirche Church. Walk across the square to the Old Main Bridge, a favourite spot for locals and visitors to sip local wine and chat while enjoying the river view. Cross the bridge to reach Marienberg Fortress. Its outer ramparts are perfect for photography and offer panoramic views over Wurzburg.

[Wurzburg Residence] (Approx. 45 minutes, admission included).Regarded as one of Europe’s most important Baroque palaces, it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981. Inside lie exquisite halls, luxurious residential chambers and magnificent banquet rooms, showcasing extraordinary historical and artistic value.

[Rothenburg ob der Tauber] (Approx. 1.5 hours sightseeing).Rothenburg sits at the intersection of the Romantic Road and the Castle Road. It is widely considered Germany’s best-preserved medieval old town and one of the most romantic destinations, known as “Treasure of the Middle Ages”.Its imposing city walls and sturdy gate towers remain intact as powerful symbols of medieval urban defence. Wandering along the stone alleys and ancient ramparts feels like journeying straight back to the Middle Ages.
Meals Included: Breakfast: Breakfast Buffet    / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Pullman Stuttgart Fontana/Mercure Hotel Stuttgart Airport Messe/ARCOTEL Camino/Hotel Unger/Hotel Royal or the same level hotel

Day 5:  Stuttgart - Heidelberg - Frankfurt [Sun.]

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Today's Tour Highlights: Heidelberg is the place where Goethe “lost his heart” in poetry, and the ultimate city of German romanticism. It fulfills all your imagination of ancient Europe — churches, ancient castles, stone bridges, and medieval buildings with red-tiled roofs and white walls, taking you into the romance of a medieval town.

 

In the morning, we tour Stuttgart, visiting the Old Palace (exterior only), Ludwigsburg Palace and the Mercedes-Benz Museum in sequence. Afterwards, we head to Heidelberg, the town where Goethe left his heart. Stand beside the Goethe statue and learn the history of Heidelberg Castle through centuries of trials. Then wander into the Old Town, visiting landmark sites including Market Square and Town Hall, and immerse yourself in Heidelberg’s timeless historical charm. The tour ends in Frankfurt in the evening.Accommodation: End of tour in Frankfurt.

 

[Mercedes-Benz Museum](Approx. 45 minutes visit, admission included).Located at the headquarters of Mercedes-Benz in Germany, the museum features an ingenious architectural design. Visitors take a capsule elevator straight to the top floor to begin the journey, as if stepping into a time tunnel of automobiles. Inside the spiral hall, a rich collection displays a full range of classic and modern Mercedes-Benz vehicle models.

[Heidelberg] (Approx. 2 hours sightseeing).Market Square is the central square of Heidelberg’s old town and the oldest quarter of the city, named after the historic markets once held here. Lined with historic townhouses on the north and south sides, it is bordered by the Town Hall (Rathaus) on the east and the Heiliggeistkirche (Church of the Holy Spirit).At the square’s centre stands the Hercules Fountain, built between 1705 and 1709, commemorating the massive reconstruction efforts after the devastation of the War of the Grand Alliance. Once used as a parking lot, the square is now a pedestrian-only zone. In winter, it serves as the main venue for Heidelberg’s famous Christmas Market.
Meals Included: Breakfast: Breakfast Buffet    / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Pricing
Accommodation Policy
1、Single room for one guest; twin room priced per person for two guests. Max 2 adults per room, no triple room available.
2、Twin beds as standard; no extra bed. Queen bed not guaranteed. Extended stay hotels may differ from group hotels.
3、2 adults + 1 child (under 11): free triple room upgrade, child without bed with 10% discount. 2 adults + 2 children require 2 rooms.
4、Check-in: around 15:00; Check-out: around 10:00. Continental breakfast included (coffee/tea, juice, bread, jam).
5、European hotels with smaller rooms & simple amenities. Personal toiletries are required. Some hotels have no air conditioning due to local environmental regulations.
6、Hotel rates subject to peak season surcharge, final price prevailing.

General Notice
1、Infant counts as one passenger. Baby seat needs prior confirmation.
2、Mandatory & optional items to be paid locally. Valid passport and visa are required.

Pre & Post Tour Hotel
1、Extra 1-night hotel available before and after the tour. Local city tax to be paid on site. No room sharing service.
2、Early check-in is not allowed. Luggage storage available before 15:00 check-in.
3、Tour guide will transfer guests to post-tour hotel, and inform next-day transfer details.

Airport Transfer Terms
1、Group transfer only between airport and group hotel.
2、Please confirm correct name and roaming phone number.
3、Driver arrives 30 minutes after flight landing.
4、Notify customer service for flight changes. Fee non-refundable if adjustment fails.
5、Free waiting time: 90 minutes after arrival. Extra charge for additional pickup.
6、Drop-off arranged 4 hours before departure. Agency bears no liability for delay caused by traffic or force majeure.

What's Included:

1. Hotel: Local 4-star standard hotels with a Booking rating of 7.5 and above. Located within 6 km of downtown Leipzig and Berlin; accommodation may be arranged further away during exhibition periods. Twin rooms for two guests per room, total 4 nights.
2. Meals: Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel.
3. Taxes & Fees: Covered city tax, entry tax, accommodation tax, meal allowances for driver and guide, and all other official tour-related taxes and charges during the itinerary.
4. Transportation: 5-seat sedan for 1 2 guests; 7 9-seat Mercedes luxury touring van for 3 6 guests.
5. Tour Guide: Full-service Chinese-speaking driver-guide with service tips included.Service includes hotel-attraction transfers, inter-city transportation, local sightseeing introduction and restaurant recommendations. Guests visit scenic spots independently upon arrival; the driver-guide will wait outside the attraction. Thank you for your understanding.
6. Luggage Policy: Each guest is allowed one check-in baggage + one small carry-on bag.Check-in baggage size limit: approx. L75cm × W48cm × H30cm, total linear dimension within 158cm, maximum weight 25kg (equivalent to a standard 28-inch suitcase).
7. Entrance Tickets: Included first-entry tickets:Sanssouci Palace, Zwinger Palace, Würzburg Residence, Mercedes-Benz Museum.All other attractions are free admission, exterior visit only, or optional at personal expense.

What's Excluded:

Expenses Not Included
1、Round-trip airfare, train tickets and all personal transportation fees.
2、International air tickets, excess baggage and overweight baggage fees charged by airlines.
3、Tips: €8 / £8 per person per day for local guide and driver. Extra transfer fee in cash for guests using complimentary airport pickup & drop-off (child same rate as adult).
4、Entrance tickets, island ferry tickets and optional extra activities. Pre-booking is recommended for popular attractions.
5、City entry tax & accommodation tax, to be paid in cash to tour guide on board (amount varies by route).
6、Personal expenses: lunch & dinner (excluding complimentary or pre-included meals), in-room drinks, phone, laundry, compensation for damages and other personal charges.
7、Travel insurance, passport and visa application fees.
8、Extra expenses caused by force majeure such as strike, traffic delay and other uncontrollable factors.
9、Mandatory fees stated in the itinerary must be paid upon booking or tour departure.
10、Any other expenses not listed in the inclusions.

Baggage Regulation
1、Limited luggage space on coach.Each passenger is allowed one checked baggage only (max 30kg, total linear dimensions within 158cm).Extra baggage may be refused by the driver. If space is available, an extra handling fee of €5 per baggage per day will be charged.
2、Amendment & Cancellation Policy (Regular Shared Tour)

Cancellation & Modification Policies
<Circular Shared Tour>
1.Changes of Lines
(1)If you need to change your line more than 10 days before departure, a change fee may be imposed at the company’s discretion and no guarantee will be offered for a successful change.
(2)We do not accept to change your line within 10 days before departure. 
(3)When the total fee for the new order is less than the original one, a change fee of 20% of the original fee will be charged.  
(4)When the total fee for the new order is more than the original one, a change fee of 15% of the original fee will be charged. 

2. Cancellation due to personal reasons, the tour expenses incurred shall be paid according to the following criteria:
(1) 19+ days before departure: both parties can make any adjustment to advance or postpone the departure without any deduction in fees;
(2) 11-18 days before departure: 60% of the total tour fee will be deducted;
(3) 0-11 days before departure: 100% of the total tour fee will be deducted;
If the deduction under this policy is less than the actual costs, guests should pay according to the actual costs, but the maximum amount should not exceed the total tour fee.
(4) If guests decide to cancel the changed itinerary, the cancellation term should be based on the original departure date.

3.Refund Policy
(1) In case of force majeure events (e.g., adverse weather, war, strikes, earthquakes), we will refund the unhappened expenses according to the travel agency agreement. However, fees for gift items will not be refunded.
(2) Since accommodation and transportation are bundled services, if some projects are missed due to your own reasons, they will be deemed to be automatically abandoned, and you will not be refunded any fee from our company. We appreciate your understanding.
How to Book

Before You Book

- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days. - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice. - Please refer to our Customer Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation. - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
Booking Process:
1. Place Order Choose the departure date, pick-up location, number of adults/children, and tours or activities that you like, provide all required information and then place your order.
2. Place Order Choose the departure date, pick-up location, number of adults/children, and tours or activities that you like, provide all required information and then place your order.

After You Book:

- Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email. - Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us. - An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required. - Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.