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 1,839.001
EUR 1,450.00

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.
   
 
Perfect location: Hotel next to the Hofbräuhaus in Munich
Perfect location: Hotel next to the Hofbräuhaus in Munich

Accommodation: A downtown hotel next to the Hofbräuhaus
The 4-star hotel with an authentic Bavarian ambience is just a few doors from the famous Hofbräuhaus in the very heart of Munich. In addition to spacious, modern bedrooms with individually adjustable air-conditioning, the property features an award-winning restaurant, a cosy bar and spa/fitness facilities. An especially popular feature is the lavish breakfast buffet. All major sites in the Munich Old Town are within easy walking distance. Parking is available directly beneath the hotel.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast
 
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3rd day: Füssen

 
Rental car pick-up
Type: VW Rabbit 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


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  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. All major sites in the old town are within easy walking distance.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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  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


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  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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Knights' Hall: Historical hotel on the River Moselle
Knights' Hall: Historical hotel on the River Moselle



Idyllic: Dinner on the banks of the Moselle
Idyllic: Dinner on the banks of the Moselle

Accommodation: Hotel Haus Lipmann
The Hotel Haus Lipmann has been in the same family since 1795. What makes this pleasant little inn especially appealing is its location in the heart of one of the quaintest villages on the River Moselle: with its picturesque medieval buildings, church and castle ruins, Beilstein is a true gem. The dining rooms in the hotel are just as attractive as its exterior: you may find yourself in a small farmhouse-style room before an old fireplace, in the warm, panelled main dining room, or in the Knights' Hall surrounded by a collection of medieval weapons. Weather permitting you can move outdoors to the terrace and watch the gentle river glide by as you sip a glass of excellent Moselle wine. Upstairs are five charming, nicely decorated guestrooms, all with splendid river views.

 

Joachim Lipmann, the owner's brother, offers wine tasting in his cellar across the square and runs the town's little wine museum. Haus Lipmann makes an excellent base for exploring the Moselle and nearby Rhine. Possible activities include a visit to Eltz Castle, one of Germany's most picturesque medieval castles.
   
2 nights
Bed & Breakfast


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  Moselle  more info »
 

11th day: Cologne

 
Through the Eifel
Distance: 130 km Travel time: 2:00 h
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Best location in Cologne: The Dom Hotel
Best location in Cologne: The Dom Hotel

Accommodation: A luxurious hotel next to Cologne Cathedral
This hotel immediately adjacent to the world famous Cologne Cathedral is considered one of the city's top addresses. The Hohe Straße, the oldest street in Germany in the heart of the Cologne shopping district, is just around the corner. Numerous museums, restaurants and traditional pubs, where visitors can sample the local beer, called Kölsch, are also just minutes away. Guests who prefer to relax can take a scenic stroll along the banks of the nearby Rhine River. The hotel's 124 rooms with bathrooms of black marble meet five-star standards.
   
1 night
Bed & Breakfast


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12th day: Frankfurt

 
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


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  Frankfurt Region: Taunus  more info »
 

13th day: Frankfurt

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

   
 
Departure    
 
 

Rental car: AVIS (Germany)

 



For Umfulana clients: Special rates on fun cars
For Umfulana clients: Special rates on fun cars

Type: VW Rabbit or similar (Group C)

Equipment: Air-conditioning, radio/CD



Travel in style: Umfulana clients receive special discounts on convertibles and luxury cars.
   
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 1,839.001
EUR 1,450.00


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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