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Paris and Munich from Paris

Round-trip Paris to Munich by train with Neuschwanstein day trip

Illustration of Paris and Munich from Paris

Railbookers runs this 8-day, 7-night independent rail vacation as a round trip from Paris to Munich and back, connected by direct trains each way. The first three nights are in Paris, opening with a gourmet dinner cruise on the Seine, followed by skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets on day 2 and Louvre Museum entrance on day 3 to see the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. On day 4, a direct train carries you to Munich for three nights, where day 5 brings a 2-hour walking tour of the city's landmarks, including the Glockenspiel and Frauenkirche Cathedral. Day 6 is a small-group day trip through the Bavarian countryside to Neuschwanstein Castle, with views from the turrets high above the mountains and forests. A direct high-speed train returns you to Paris on day 7 for a final overnight stay. This round-trip structure suits travellers who want to end their journey back in Paris rather than flying out of Munich, and couples wanting both cities without a one-way logistics chain.

What to know before you look closer

  • Multiple hotel names are listed for both Paris and Munich; the property you get depends on availability and the tier selected, not a single fixed hotel.
  • The evidence does not name the transport used for the Neuschwanstein Castle day trip on day 6; it is described as a guided tour through the Bavarian countryside, not confirmed as rail.
  • The evidence does not list specific departure dates for this package; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Paris

    Your Journey Begins in Paris

    Welcome to the City of Lights! Upon arrival in Paris, make your way to check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. The rest of the day is yours, so make the most of your first day and enjoy the abundance of exciting visitor attractions to explore at your leisure. Enjoy a gourmet dinner cruise along the river Seine in the evening – the perfect romantic ending to a first night in Paris!

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Spend another day sightseeing in Paris using your skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets for what surely will be one of the best photo opportunities of your whole trip. You might also like to visit the history museum located within the Arc de Triomphe or marvel at the Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral.

  3. Day 3overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Continue exploring today and visit the Louvre Museum to come face to face with the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Nike of Samothrace, to name but a few treasures of the world. With the remainder of your day, why not explore the pretty covered passageways of Paris, or the famous flea markets of the Marais, or simply enjoy a crepe and stroll in the Tuileries Gardens?

  4. Day 4railovernight: Munich

    Paris to Munich

    Today, take a direct train service from Paris to Munich. On arrival, check in to your hotel for a three-night stay. In the afternoon, make acquaintance with the city and get familiar with your grounds.

  5. Day 5overnight: Munich

    Munich

    Today take a 2-hour walking tour and visit some of the main landmarks of Munich, including the Glockenspiel, Frauenkirche Cathedral, and the Opera House with a local expert. Soak up the local life at the Viktualien market then relax in the beautiful English Garden and maybe even watch the river surfers on the Eisbach. This evening why not try some more beer sampling at the world's most famous tavern - The Hofbräuhaus am Platz.

  6. Day 6overnight: Munich

    Day Trip to Neuschwanstein Castle

    After breakfast, embark on a guided tour through the Bavarian countryside to one of the most famous castles in Europe, Neuschwanstein Castle, the extravagant inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty. See breath-taking scenery from the turrets and the cylindrical towers, high above the surrounding mountains and forests. Return to Munich this afternoon and enjoy your final night in Germany.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Paris

    Munich to Paris

    Enjoy a final breakfast in Munich this morning before embarking on a direct high-speed train back to Paris for a final overnight stay. Make sure to visit any tourist attractions or restaurants you have not yet got a chance to see.

  8. Day 8rail

    Your Journey Ends in Paris

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels. If you'd like to extend your journey to another city, just ask your Rail Expert and we can help you make all the arrangements.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets, described as one of the best photo opportunities of the trip.
  • Day 4A direct train travels from Paris to Munich, arriving in time to get acquainted with the city in the afternoon.
  • Day 5A 2-hour walking tour of Munich's main landmarks with a local expert, covering the Glockenspiel, Frauenkirche Cathedral, and the Opera House.
  • Day 6A guided day trip through the Bavarian countryside to Neuschwanstein Castle, with views from the turrets and towers high above the surrounding mountains and forests.
  • Day 7A direct high-speed train carries you back from Munich to Paris for a final overnight stay.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich
  • Gourmet Dinner and Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine
  • Tickets for the Eiffel Tower with Priority Boarding and Summit
  • Tickets for the Louvre Museum
  • Small-group Walking Tour of Munich
  • Small-group Day Trip to Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. Rail travel is included as per the itinerary, with direct trains between Paris and Munich both ways, on day 4 and day 7, run on SNCF and Deutsche Bahn.
Is this tour escorted or independent?
It is independent travel with Rail Experts support. A small-group walking tour of Munich (day 5) and a small-group day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle (day 6) are guided; the rest of the sightseeing is self-guided.
How is this different from a one-way Paris and Munich trip?
This package is a round trip: it returns to Paris for a final overnight stay on day 7 rather than ending in Munich.
What is included in the price?
Rail travel per the itinerary, 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris, 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich, a gourmet dinner and sightseeing cruise on the Seine, Eiffel Tower tickets with priority boarding and summit access, Louvre Museum tickets, a small-group walking tour of Munich, and a small-group day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle.
When does this tour run?
The evidence does not list specific departure dates for this package. Contact Railbookers to confirm availability.

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