Duration
10 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Starting city
Frankfurt
Available
April 2024 / March 2025
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
IMPORTANT: Please note that hotel check-in time is typically at 14:00 p.m. If you need early room access, consider booking an additional night at the start of your trip.
If you have booked additional nights, your room will be prepared upon arrival, but your trip guide will generally only contact you when the scheduled activities begin. At reception, you’ll find a sign with contact details and assistance hours for our staff. Until the tour begins, your schedule is free, and the hotel staff can assist with any inquiries.
Optional activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. We recommend booking these activities well in advance through the Europamundo app or your "My Trip" link to ensure availability. Last-minute bookings may result in limited availability (e.g., tickets, coach seats).
Note: The timings in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust schedules as needed to make sure you have the best experience.
Scenery: Picturesque landscapes following the Rhine and Moselle Valleys, with charming villages along the way.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Frankfurt. Today, we’ll explore the stunning Rhine and Moselle Valleys, two rivers rich in history and dotted with picturesque villages.
09:00 a.m. - Rüdesheim am Rhein. 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.
12:15 p.m. - Cochem. A picturesque village dominated by its castle which dates back over a thousand, years, Cochem is the perfect spot for lunch and a leisurely walk.
03:00 p.m. - Departure from Cochem.
04:45 p.m. - Cologne. We’ll visit its impressive Gothic cathedral, which, at 154 meters tall, was the tallest building in the world until the late 19th century. Enjoy a walk along the Rhine River and through the lively city center.
07:00 p.m. - Departure from Cologne for our hotel.
08:15 p.m. - Dortmund. Accommodation.
Note: During fairs or congresses, accommodation may be in a nearby city.
Today, we’ll embark on a magical journey, reminiscing about our favorite childhood stories and movies as we travel through the towns that inspired the Brothers Grimm, now known as the Fairy Tale Route.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Dortmund.
10:15 a.m. - Arrival in Trendelburg, a picturesque walled village where we’ll visit the large medieval castle and the famous Rapunzel Tower (admission included) – we’ll see the princess´s long blonde braid which still hangs from the window.
11:15 a.m. - Departure from Trendelburg. We’ll continue along scenic roads, crossing forests that will remind us of the tale of Hansel and Gretel.
12:00 p.m. - Höxter. We’ll have time for lunch in this lively small town, home to Corvey Abbey, an old monastery from the 9th century and a World Heritage Site (admission included).
02:30 p.m. - Departure from Höxter. We’ll continue our route, making a brief stop in Polle to photograph the exterior ruins of Cinderella’s Castle.
03:45 p.m. - Hamelin, a city renowned for the tale of “The Pied Piper of Hamelin”. Hamelin, renowned for the tale of "The Pied Piper of Hamelin." We’ll immerse ourselves in the Grimm Brothers´ story, following the mouse´s footprints through the city. There will be time for a walk.
05:30 p.m. - Departure from Hamelin.
06:30 p.m. - Arrival in Hanover. We’ll take a walk through the center before heading to our hotel.
Note: On some dates, the accommodation might be in Cologne or another nearby city, in which case, the departure from Cologne on Thursday will be at 07:30 a.m.
Scenery: The scenery in the Goslar and Quedlinburg area is very beautiful; Hartz mountains, little villages.
08:00 hrs. - Hannover - Departure -.
09:30 hrs. - Goslar - Arrival -. A town declared UNESCO World Heritage, one of the prettiest towns in Germany with its historic houses and its Market Square. Time for a stroll.
11.15 hrs. -Goslar -departure-. We continue our route through one of the most beautiful areas of Germany.
12.00 hrs- Quedlinburg- arrival. UNESCO declared this city a World Heritage Site due to its fascinating historic center, which has survived almost unscathed for centuries with its more than 2100 half-timbered houses. Also noteworthy are the town hall and the castle. Free time for a stroll and lunch.
14.15 hrs- Quedlinburg departure. We travel to the capital of Germany.
17.00 hrs. -Berlin -Arrival. Free time.
Note: In some cases, the city tour may take place the day before.
Scenery: Pleasant hills in the south of Denmark and expansive plains in Germany.
Note: We recommend taking some warm clothes if you want to stroll on deck.
Free time in the morning.
11:30 a.m. - Departure from Berlin. We’ll travel north through Germany.
3:00 p.m., (approximate time) - We’ll arrive at the Rostock Port to board a ferry for an almost two-hour crossing to Denmark. This modern and comfortable ferry offers shops, cafes, exchange booths, and various leisure activities.
5:30 p.m. – We’ll arrive in Denmark and continue to Copenhagen.
8:00 p.m. - Copenhagen.
Scenery: Forests, lakes, Scandinavian landscapes.
Note: In Scandinavian countries, cash is rarely used; payments are made primarily with credit or debit cards, so remember to bring your card.
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Copenhagen.
08:15 a.m. – Elsinore, Denmark. We’ll make a brief stop in Elsinore, the city of Hamlet, famed for its impressive Kronborg Castle. You’ll have the opportunity to take photos of the castle’s exterior before boarding a ferry to Sweden. The crossing will take about 20 minutes, with an expected arrival in Sweden around 9:30 a.m. We’ll continue our journey through scenic forests and beautiful lakes.
12:30 p.m. – Jönköping. This provincial capital lies on the shores of Lake Vättern. You’ll have time for lunch.
01:30 p.m. – Departure from Jönköping.
03:00 p.m. – Vadstena. Arrival and time for a walk in this picturesque lakeside town, featuring charming old houses and a large 14th-century castle converted into a monastery.
04:30 p.m. – Departure from Vadstena.
08:30 p.m. – Stockholm. We’ll conclude the day in the capital of Sweden, a beautiful city in the Baltic Sea archipelago. Connected by numerous bridges and ferries, Stockholm is renowned for its rich history, impressive architecture, and harmonious blend of modernity and tradition.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.