What to do and see in Bavaria, Germany: The Best Sightseeing Tours

May 11, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

Anthem: Bayernhymne  (German) "Hymn of Bavaria"
Restaurants in Bavaria

1. Private Half-Day Eagle's Nest Tour from Salzburg

Salzburg Private Tours
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See both the Eagle’s Nest and the underground bunkers of Berchtesgaden in just half a day. The trip from Salzburg is ideal if you don’t have much time but do want to see the historic sites. Begin your morning with panoramic views across the Alps from Hitler´s historic mountain retreat, known as the Eagle´s Nest. Descending from the Obersalzberg on the way to the town of Berchtesgaden you will also see where the underground bunker complexes below the mountain were located and the grounds where Adolf Hitler had his residence, the Berghof. After the visit to the grounds of the Berghof you will continue on to the beautiful Bavarian mountain town of Berchtesgaden located in the Kings Lake River valley. On the return drive back to Salzburg you will travel along Kings Lake creek back to your hotel or any other destination in Salzburg.

Inclusions: Professional driver/guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees

Reviewed By 692stacyp

We requested Carlos for the Sound of Music Tour. The luxury Mercedes Van top notch. Carlos was very personable, professional, and his history/knowledge created a day we will remember the rest of our lives. We toured every Sound of Music sight-every step/stop memorable. He surprised us by driving to Berchtesgaden, where we hiked in the snow amazing! Our final Sound of Music point, where “The Hills Were Alive” I twirled-magical! Final surprise Red Bull Hangar7 and AC Schnitzer BMW Race Team HQ. Thank you Carlos for the time of our lives! Salzburg Private Tours-the ONLY way to go!

2. Private Eagle's Nest & The Hills are Alive

Salzburg Private Tours
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Explore Salzburg and its beautiful surroundings on the traces of the world famous musical “The Sound of Music” and visit the historical Eagle’s Nest in the Bavarian Alps. Your private guide will take you on this 8 hour private excursion showing you the City of Salzburg, the Eagle’s Nest, the Austrian Lake District and all the “Sound of Music locations that really interest you. This luxury, personalized tour is designed to give you the flexibility to pick and choose the venues, including where to go for lunch (own expense)

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Entrance fees

Reviewed By 692stacyp

We requested Carlos for the Sound of Music Tour. The luxury Mercedes Van top notch. Carlos was very personable, professional, and his history/knowledge created a day we will remember the rest of our lives. We toured every Sound of Music sight-every step/stop memorable. He surprised us by driving to Berchtesgaden, where we hiked in the snow amazing! Our final Sound of Music point, where “The Hills Were Alive” I twirled-magical! Final surprise Red Bull Hangar7 and AC Schnitzer BMW Race Team HQ. Thank you Carlos for the time of our lives! Salzburg Private Tours-the ONLY way to go!

3. Private Mini Van Tour to Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof, Ettal & Oberammergau

Bus Bavaria Neuschwanstein Castle Tours
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SKIP THE LINE TICKETS TO THE CASTLES. We pre-purchase these way in advance and you simply pay the guide back on the day of the tour. WE HAVE TICKETS ALREADY SO PLS DO NOT PURCHASE THESE ON YOUR OWN. Hotel Pickup at 8.30am anywhere in Munich City. Visit a unique Bavarian Catholic Church in Ettal. Enjoy the picturesque village of Oberammergau, famous for its Passion Play. Optional - Ride the Longest All Weather Alpine Coaster Ride in Oberammergau (this activity is optional and can only be done if Linderhof visit is cut short). Walk the Gardens of the Linderhof Palace or participate in a tour if the Alpine slide is not for you. Savor Austrian Beer & Schnitzel beside a pristine lake in Austria. Option to swim in the lake weather permitting. Hike up a gorge to get to the Neuschwastine castle. We have prebooked your tickets and have a 4.25pm entry time. Amazing photo opportunities throughout the day. Local experienced guide and driver Enjoy a five star experience without any hassles.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Professional photographer guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By withatravelersfoot

No words necessary for this one... I was for so long trying to visit this Castle and this citythat when I finally got there, I think I even cried ... it was super emotional for me, the only experience in the beautiful town. there is much to do there, apart from the obvious visit to the splendid castle of Neuschwanstein there is also another castle in front the Hohenschwangau Castle, a lake( Alpsee) where you can go cayaking, walk through the splendid forest, many restaurants, museum (Museum der bayerischen Konige), in short there are many things to entertain all the family. I know that I will repeat this adventure again I only stayed one day because I went by bus from Munich and had to return at the end of the afternoon

4. Regensburg Private Walking Tour

DB BahnPark Parkplatz Hauptbahnhof Vorfahrt links P2, Bahnhofstraße 18, 93047 Regensburg, Germany Global Guide Services
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Meetingpoint: Train station  or Meeting Point at hotel possible if central, without extra charge Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will see: • Palace Thurn and Taxis • Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site • Regensburger Dom • Town Hall • The Stone BridgeYou will learn about: • History of the city • The importance of the Stone Bridge • Perpetual Diet of Regensburg • Battle of Ratisbon between forces commanded by Henri Gatien Bertrand and Napoleon • Castle Regina, from the Roman Times • “The Regensburg Cathedral Sparrows”, a world renowned liturgical boy choir

Inclusions: Local Guide who will be with your group only, Private guided Tour, Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By kiriban

We were a group of 9 in Vienna and needed a Russian-speaking guide for a city tour. Booking procedure was quick and convinient, the guide was very professional and entertaining. Great experience!

5. Discover Lindau and its charming Old Town on a half day tour incl Panoramic Boat Tour

Lindau-Insel, Am Bahnhof, 88131 Lindau (Bodensee), Germany Lindauer Reisebuero Anna Hans
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Your guide is vaccinated twice ! Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour on Lindau Island incl. 1 hour Panoramic Boat Tour on Lake Constance Meet your guide in your hotel / appartment on Lindau Island Your orientation walk gives you an introduction to the town’s most famous sights and allows you to feel the island’s Mediterranean atmosphere Get local information for the best restaurants and many insider tips for your stay at the Lake • take a 1 -hour Lake Constance sightseeing cruise with your guide  • Admire views of the lake, the town and the Swiss Alps from the comfort of a 161-foot yacht  • Learn about local sights from your guide and listen the the stories  • Enjoy snacks and drinks from the onboard bar (own expense) • Private tour itinerary can be customized to your interests 

Inclusions: No additional costs, Meet your guide in your hotel or Apartment on Lindau Island, Guided Sightseeing tour on Lindau Island with private professional local guide, 1 hour or 1,5 hour Panoramic Boat tour on the Lake Constance, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks on the boat

Reviewed By Au0867

We really enjoyed our day. Set out on the boat from Lindau with a few stops before arriving in Switzerland across Lake Bodensee. Our guide was prompt and very friendly, The ride was mainly flat but I would definitely not take kids younger then 10/12 years as it was 42 Km long (8 hours).

6. Lowest Price (for an excellent) Munich Private Tour

Marienplatz 18, 80331 München, Germany Big Hat Tours
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The lowest price private tour in Munich. Curt's tours are passionate, often humorous and always exciting. Standing before the famous buildings of Munich you'll see historic films and pictures on the iPad and hear the history behind these well-known places. Curt is a native of the US and has been living in Munich for over ten years.

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Reviewed By leobrookesnietzsche

After taking Curts great city tour, I deceided to take his third reich tour as well. He was really able to communicate the depths of the third reich in a way that I had never expierenced before. The tour was augmented by the use of images and videos of the destruction of the second world war and the Hitler and other majior Nazis standing right where we stood. This tour was really able to give me an understanding of how the holocaust came about, something I had never really been able to wrap my head around. Curt took extra time giving us a custom made tour by leading us to different areas based on our specific interests. In addition, he shared stories from holocaust survivors he personally knows. I can only suggest Curts tour as it not only showed me the sights of this dark time, but also taught me a great deal!.

7. Private Dachau Concentration Camp Tour

Marienplatz 18, 80331 München, Germany Big Hat Tours
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Curt's tours of Dachau have been called, "riveting" and "sobering". Dachau survivors themselves have honored him by taking his tours and he communicates the history of the camp and its horrors with comprehensive research and intimate detail. Your tour to Dachau is given with sensitivity and scholarship. Curt will lead you through original structures including the bunker, crematorium and gas chamber and help you experience Dachau through the eyes of the SS, the prisoners, the town people and the American liberators. Curt Milburn has completed course work offered by the Dachau Memorial Site and is a fully licensed and certified Dachau Guide. He is also a native of the US and has been touring in Munich for over ten years.

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Exclusions: An XXL Partner Ticket (€15,90). This includes a short train ride to Dachau and a 10-minute bus ride.

Reviewed By leobrookesnietzsche

After taking Curts great city tour, I deceided to take his third reich tour as well. He was really able to communicate the depths of the third reich in a way that I had never expierenced before. The tour was augmented by the use of images and videos of the destruction of the second world war and the Hitler and other majior Nazis standing right where we stood. This tour was really able to give me an understanding of how the holocaust came about, something I had never really been able to wrap my head around. Curt took extra time giving us a custom made tour by leading us to different areas based on our specific interests. In addition, he shared stories from holocaust survivors he personally knows. I can only suggest Curts tour as it not only showed me the sights of this dark time, but also taught me a great deal!.

8. Private 3-hour city tour of Munich with driver/guide with Hotel pick up

Tour Travel & More Germany
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Munich is known for its beautiful parks, many museums, and beautiful palaces. Make the best of your time in the city and discover the 3rd biggest city of Germany with your local guide, comfortable in your private vehicle.

Inclusions: Private driver/guide for 3 hours, Private pick up and drop off inside Munich

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9. Private Tour around Lake Constance in just one day including pick up from any hotel

Lindauer Reisebuero Anna Hans
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Your guide is vaccinated twice ! Sightseeing Tour  Around the Lake Constance in just one day ! Discover 3 magnificent Countries  around Lake Constance on this guided, full-day private tour  With a water surface area of 536 km2 and a circumference of 273 km, it is the third largest lake in Central Europe. 63 km length 14 km width • Bregenz - Austria • Rohrschach / Switzerland  • Arbon / Switzerland • Constance / Germany  • Stein am Rhein /Germany  • Island of  Reichenau / Germany  • Meersburg / Germany  • Friedrichshafen / Germany  Experience the highlights at Lake Constance with a visit to the historic old town on the island of Lindau with the Mediterranean ambience on a guided city tour. Stroll through the winding, romantic alleys with their many small galleries and visit Germany's southernmost lighthouse - together with the Bavarian Lion - a historical ensemble at the Lindau harbor. Routing can be changed upon hotel pick up -

Inclusions: Snacks, Local guide, Professional guide, Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Entrance fees are not included

Reviewed By Au0867

We really enjoyed our day. Set out on the boat from Lindau with a few stops before arriving in Switzerland across Lake Bodensee. Our guide was prompt and very friendly, The ride was mainly flat but I would definitely not take kids younger then 10/12 years as it was 42 Km long (8 hours).

10. EXCLUSiVE MUNiCH & Surroundings ALL-IN-ONE Culture, Nature and History Tour

Sightseeing Bavaria Exclusive
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TRAVEL*SAFE & WITH CONFIDENCE: MORE ABOUT OUR COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS IN "Additional Info"! Make the most of your day: experience the cultural riches of the city of MUNICH as well as the breathtaking LAKE DISTRICT. Immerse yourself in history: visit historical sites in Munich and/or the DACHAU CONCENTRATION CAMP. Let Stefan, your guide, take care of all the details to make the tour smooth and easy for you. This MY*GUiDE Tour offers you all the mentioned PLUS: + Perfect balance of culture, history & nature – no need to choose, you can have it all in one day! + Possibility to customize details & length of the tour (7 or 10 hrs) + Professional all-round-care, always at your fingertips but never intrusive + Option to go off the beaten track, get insider tips on local highlights > Know that your day tour is planned & conducted by a friendly and experienced expert tour guide. > Enjoy the perfect symbiosis of travelling in relaxed comfort and fully leveraging your precious vacation time.

Inclusions: Private full day tour (only your group is participating), Drive in comfortable new Volkswagen Minivan (a/c), Wi-Fi on board, Licensed, friendly and passionate guide with over 20 years of work experience, Guided tours at all mentioned places (at Dachau Concentration Camp: Audio guide), Duration: 7.5 or 9.5 hours, Botteled water, No hidden costs!, COVID-19 SAFE

Exclusions: Entrance fees, if desired. (Dachau Concentration Camp: Free admission!), Food, Gratuities

Reviewed By TravelforLifeUSA

Absolute Best Experience while in Europe! After much research, my family booked this tour with Stefan before we left the United States. You never know quite what to expect doing this, but I am SO GLAD we did! Even before the date of the tour, we received communication from Stefan concerning our itinerary and what to expect. Stefan arrived ahead of time at our hotel in Munich, and greeted us with a huge smile, extremely clean automobile, and fresh, cold water for all! He was so open to creating an experience that would fulfill our wishes. Our goal was to not only see Neuschwanstein, but also the local, surrounding communities, traditions, and food. Stefan really delivered! His personal knowledge of the area was incredible. We were able to see Oberammergau, the location of the beautiful Passion Play, as well as the stunning frescos in the village. Stefan also took us to the majestic Ettal Monastery, as well as Wieskirche, the Pilgrimage Church of Wies, all while viewing the gorgeous Alps in the distance. As if this weren't enough to fulfill our day, we headed to Neuschwanstein Castle, Hohenschwangau Castle, and the surrounding village. It was all so amazing, that our family will never forget the experience! Stefan shared his beautiful home country, while allowing us to select what we would like to experience the most! I wanted to have a picnic this day, near the castle, as a memory we would have forever. Ultimately, Stefan made it happen! We had a wonderful bottle of wine, glasses for all, and Stefan produced local delicacies that we had never had. It was such an amazing closure to a beautiful adventure in Bavaria. As we headed back to our hotel in Munich, Stefan filled the car with polkas, singing, and great, lasting cheer that has sustained us through these trying times of no travel with COVID. We miss our travels, and we will most definitely return to more tours and adventures with Stefan! Thank you for such wonderful memories!

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