Umfulana Favourite: Bavaria, Rhine, Moselle

 
Our favourite tour of Germany features an ideal combination of unique guesthouses and must-see destinations. Stops include a mountain-top hotel near Füssen, Germany’s oldest guesthouse in Freiburg (Black Forest), a medieval castle overlooking the Rhine, and a superbly preserved medieval village on the off-the-beaten-track River Moselle. Destinations can be changed or added as desired.   7 6 5 4 3 2 1   13 days
USD 1,889.001
EUR 1,390.00

Recommended
travel period:
April – October


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1st day: Munich

You arrive at the airport in Munich.    
 
Transfer to your hotel
Take a taxi or public transportation to the city.
   
 
Next to Nymphenburg Palace: 19th century Villa
Next to Nymphenburg Palace: 19th century Villa

Accommodation: A B&B at Nymphenburg Palace
The attractive Neo-Renaissance villa was built in 1886 next to the Nymphenburg Palace and park, one of the most famous sites in Munich. The 17th century palace, now open to the public, has played an important role in numerous historic events. The small, family-run hotel next door prides itself on its 23 individually designed bedrooms and friendly service. Bicycles are loaned for free, for example, and tickets for the local public transportation system for the ride downtown can be purchased at the reception desk. In spite of the quiet location, Germany's largest beer garden is just minutes away. The hotel staff will gladly provide restaurant recommendations and assist with the planning of local activities. Indeed, the little inn was recently named a "Best Service Hotel" by the travel website Venere. Free parking is available.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
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3rd day: Füssen

 
Rental car pick-up
Type: Seat Ibiza or similar
Pick-up location: Munich, City/Downtown (Nymphenburger Str.)

   
Duration of rental:
10 days
 
Romantic Road
Distance: 160 km Travel time: 2:30 h
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Where Ludwig II once tread: A mountain inn
Where Ludwig II once tread: A mountain inn



Stunning view from the inn
Stunning view from the inn

Accommodation: A remote mountain-top castle
On a lofty summit originally selected by King Ludwig the Mad for the site of another fairy-tale castle after completion of Neuschwanstein sits a hotel which is like no other. Newly arrived guests are first struck by the endless vistas of mountains, green valleys, lakes, and forests at their feet. Then comes the hotel itself, in which every room was individually and imaginatively decorated by the owners themselves, resulting in living quarters that are not mere guest rooms but distinct creations that exude luxury, taste and comfort. Next to the hotel the ruins of Ludwig's final project still stand, within whose tranquil walls the visitor may better sense the lingering spirit of the eccentric ruler than at tourist-plagued Neuschwanstein, clearly visible in the distance. Travellers who brave the narrow road leading up to the castle will be richly rewarded.

 
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Neuschwanstein  more info »
 

5th day: Freiburg

 
Around Lake Constance
Distance: 280 km Travel time: 4:30 h
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Unique experience: A stay in Germany's oldest inn
Unique experience: A stay in Germany's oldest inn

Accommodation: Germany's oldest guesthouse
In business since the year 1120, the hotel in the centre of Freiburg credibly claims to be the oldest continually operated guesthouse in Germany. The property has gone through numerous architectural changes through the centuries, starting out as a Romanesque building before being converted to gothic and finally baroque style. In tune with the hotel's long history, the hosts place great emphasis on traditional Black Forest hospitality. Many of the bedrooms are done in rustic country-inn style. Guests can ask to see the historical vaulted cellar. All major sites in the old town are within easy walking distance.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Freiburg  more info »
 

7th day: St. Goar

 
Via Baden-Baden, Worms
Distance: 320 km Travel time: 3:30 h
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Majestic accommodations: A 12th century castle
Majestic accommodations: A 12th century castle



A castle chamber
A castle chamber

Accommodation: A medieval castle overlooking the Rhine
During the 12th century the Dukes of Schöneburg ruled the area from this castle on a hill above the town of Oberwesel and levied duties on Rhine commerce. The castle was burned down in 1689 and lay in ruins for over 200 years until it was bought and restored by an American named Mr. Rhinelander in the early 1900s.

Today the modern, luxury hotel is owned once again by the town of Oberwesel and has been managed by the Hüttl family since 1957. It offers 20 elegant, individually furnished rooms and two suites with four-poster beds and balconies facing the Rhine River. Guests can stroll through the surrounding forests, meadows and vineyards or just relax and enjoy the one-of-a-kind views.

 
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Middle Rhine Valley  more info »
 

9th day: Mosel

 
From the Rhine to the Moselle
Distance: 70 km Travel time: 2:00 h
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An inn since 1640: Family-run hotel on the River Moselle
An inn since 1640: Family-run hotel on the River Moselle

Accommodation: A half-timbered house built in 1640
The building constructed in the traditional half-timbered style stands in the quaint village of Bernkastel on the River Moselle. The 17 lovingly decorated rooms are named after fairy-tale characters like Rapunzel and Snow White. A spa area offers everything from rose-petal baths for two to candle-lit whirlpool evenings replete with sparkling wine. The romantic hotel was named host of the year in 2007 by the regional tourist association, one of numerous awards bestowed upon the accommodation for both its exceptional hospitality and its superb restaurant. The village of Bernkastel features an impressive array of half-timbered buildings on its picturesque market square.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Moselle  more info »
 

11th day: Cologne

 
Through the Eifel
Distance: 130 km Travel time: 2:00 h
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A tradition in Cologne since 1863
A tradition in Cologne since 1863

Accommodation: An award-winning hotel next to Cologne Cathedral
The 5-star hotel has been an institution in Cologne since it was first opened in 1863. In 1910 it made headlines when it began offering ensuite bathrooms with running warm water, a rarity at the time that was considered the epitome of luxury and comfort. This tradition has been proudly maintained over the last century: exactly 100 years after it began offering warm water, the hotel in the heart of Cologne was named the Hotel of the Year by one of the country's leading hotel and restaurant guides. The exceptional service extends from the "pillow card," which enables guests to select just the right pillow for a good night's rest, to the free minibar and valet parking. Two restaurants are available: a gourmet restaurant often referred to as "Cologne's Dining Room" by the locals, and a relaxing Oriental café recently named Germany's foreign cuisine restaurant of the year. The rooms are surprisingly quiet despite the central location just steps from the train station and the Cathedral.
   
1 night
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Cologne  more info »
 

12th day: Frankfurt

 
Rhine Valley
Distance: 240 km Travel time: 3:30 h
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Built for an empress: Kronberg Palace
Built for an empress: Kronberg Palace



Antique furniture by the fireplace: A palace chamber
Antique furniture by the fireplace: A palace chamber

Accommodation: Schlosshotel Kronberg
Kronberg Palace was built in 1889 by Empress Victoria, the eldest daughter of Queen Victoria of England and the wife of German Emperor Frederick III. The unique design of the palace reflects the monarch's position between two cultures: Half the building was built in German timber-frame style and half in the style of a British country manor house. The popular empress lived in the palace from 1889 to 1901, making it the centre of courtly life in Germany. Many of the rooms are decorated with antiques and original portraits, including two of the sovereign herself. The spirit of royalty is still preserved at Kronberg today. The luxury accommodation is a member of "The Leading Hotels of the World", an association of properties held to the highest standards.

Umfulana clients are assigned a superior room: A category of individually designed and extraordinarily comfortable bedrooms featuring the Empress's furniture. Guests will relish the unparalleled mixture of modern luxury and historical ambiance on a royal scale. The tranquil setting and manicured grounds make it easy to forget that Frankfurt Airport is a mere 20-minute drive away.
   
1 night
Bed & Breakfast
 
  Frankfurt Region: Taunus  more info »
 

13th day: Frankfurt

 
Rental car drop-off
Drop-off location: Frankfurt, Airport

   
 
Departure    
 
 

Rental car: AVIS (Germany)

 



max excess/deductible: EUR 800.
   
AVIS
 
 
 

Cost of this tour

 
    The price is per person based on two persons sharing a double room and includes accommodations (meals included as stated above) and rental car.

USD 1,889.001
EUR 1,390.00


Should you want to revise this itinerary, we can change any of the following items: the route, the number of persons travelling, the time schedule, the standard of accommodation and the type of vehicle, according to your wishes.

The tour can begin on any date desired.
Recommended travel period: April – October

Upon booking this tour you will receive:
the names, addresses and telephone numbers
for each accommodation
detailed directions to each accommodation
vouchers

Dr. Jerry CrippenIf you have any questions, would like to request changes or book this tour, please call your personal consultant Dr. Jerry Crippen on +49 (0)2268 9098-21 or submit an enquiry via the Internet:
 


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