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Berlin, Dresden, and Munich

Independent rail trip: Berlin, Dresden, and Munich, seven days

Illustration of Berlin, Dresden, and Munich

Railbookers operates this seven-day, six-night independent, self-guided rail trip through Berlin, Dresden, and Munich. The first two nights are based in Berlin, where day 2 uses a hop-on hop-off pass to reach the Reichstag, with its glass dome views, exhibition, and restaurant. On day 3, an ICE train carries travelers to Dresden for a second two-night stay, and day 4 brings a 1.5-hour guided walking tour of the Old Town, taking in the Zwinger Palace, Dresden Cathedral, and the Church of Our Lady, along with the story of the city's post-war reconstruction. Day 5's train continues to Munich, with a free afternoon exploring the Viktualienmarkt and the Hofbrauhaus beer hall. Day 6 is a coach day trip to King Ludwig II's Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles, passing Bavarian countryside along the way. Hotel choices in each city span a range of tiers. This suits travelers who want a mix of independent city time and a couple of guided highlights across three German cities.

What to know before you look closer

  • Hotel choices span a range of tiers across all three cities, from Holiday Inn and Intercityhotel to Waldorf Astoria and Sofitel, so the specific property and comfort level depend on what's booked.
  • This is billed as an independent, self-guided rail vacation, though it includes a guided Dresden Old Town walking tour and a coach day trip to the Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles; Berlin sightseeing runs on a hop-on hop-off pass rather than a guide.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Arrive in Berlin. Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and check in for a two-night stay. (Overnight in Berlin)

  2. Day 2overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    After breakfast at your hotel this morning, use your Hop On Hop Off pass to explore the city. Make sure you see the grand Reichstag building, holding much historical importance and very popular with tourists. Fantastic views can be found from the glass dome at the top of the building as well as an exhibition and restaurant. (Overnight in Berlin) B

  3. Day 3railovernight: Dresden

    Berlin to Dresden

    Enjoy a final breakfast in the hotel and then take the ICE train to Dresden. On arrival, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring this beautiful baroque city. (Overnight in Dresden) B

  4. Day 4overnight: Dresden

    Dresden

    A morning walking tour of the historic Old Town is included in your holiday. The tour lasts one and a half hours with an experienced guide who will take you through the city's streets and explain how the town was painstakingly reconstructed after the bomb damage of WWII. You will visit the Zwinger Palace, Theater Square, Dresden Cathedral and the Church of our Lady. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. (Overnight in Dresden) B

  5. Day 5overnight: Munich

    Dresden to Munich

    Depart Dresden and after arriving in Munich you have a free afternoon to explore this Bavarian capital. Admire architectural wonders like the Old Town Hall, St Peter's Church and the Munich Residenz; stroll through the lively Viktualienmarkt; and see the world-famous Hofbrauhaus beer hall. (Overnight in Munich) B

  6. Day 6overnight: Munich

    Munich

    Witness the fairy tale castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, created by Germany's 19th-century King Ludwig II, on a day trip from Munich. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, admire Bavaria's magnificent scenery as you journey to Linderhof, Ludwig's rococo-style hunting lodge and last home. Join an optional interior tour and then continue to Neuschwanstein, a picture book clutch of turrets and chambers that inspired Disney's Sleeping Beauty castle. Enjoy free time in nearby Hohenschwangau village for lunch and to explore Neuschwanstein's grounds and take an optional castle tour. Entrance fees not included (Overnight in Munich) B

  7. Day 7

    End Of Tour

    After breakfast it is time to say farewell as your tour now concludes B

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A hop-on hop-off pass reaches the Reichstag, with glass dome views, an exhibition, and a restaurant.
  • Day 4A 1.5-hour guided walking tour of Dresden's Old Town visits the Zwinger Palace, Theater Square, Dresden Cathedral, and the Church of Our Lady.
  • Day 5A free afternoon in Munich takes in the Old Town Hall, St Peter's Church, the Munich Residenz, the Viktualienmarkt, and the Hofbrauhaus beer hall.
  • Day 6A coach day trip visits King Ludwig II's Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles, passing Bavarian scenery along the way.

Included

  • Rail travel as specified in the itinerary 2 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast in Berlin 2 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast in Dresden 2 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich

Questions travellers ask

Is this trip guided or independent?
It's labeled independent and self-guided, but includes a guided Dresden Old Town walking tour and a coach day trip to the Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles; Berlin sightseeing uses a hop-on hop-off pass.
Is train travel included?
Yes. Rail travel is included as per the itinerary, with an ICE train from Berlin to Dresden and a further train from Dresden to Munich.
What is included?
Two nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast in each of Berlin, Dresden, and Munich.
What hotels are included?
Hotel choices span a range of tiers across all three cities, so the specific property and comfort level depend on what's booked.
What does the Dresden walking tour cover?
A 1.5-hour guided tour of the Old Town covering the Zwinger Palace, Theater Square, Dresden Cathedral, and the Church of Our Lady, plus how the city was rebuilt after WWII bomb damage.

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