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Best of Germany
Experience the diversity of Germany on this fantastic vacation! Travel by train from city center to city center, for optimal convenience. Begin in Berlin, Germany's lively capital, where fashion, art, culture and cuisine cast a modern glow on this historic city. Continue on to Nuremberg, with its splendid Old Town for a taste of medieval Germany. Ending in Munich, the Bavarian capital, enjoy the beautiful architecture, traditional festivals and nearby sights to complete your Germany experience.
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Avanti Destinations: Best of Germany
Day 1 Berlin
Arrive in Berlin, Germany's lively capital city. Enjoy the eclectic architecture of the city, from modern museums to landmarks rebuilt from pre-war rubble or entirely new in steel and glass.
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Day 2 Berlin
Depending on the day of the week and/or your interest, you will spend your second day sightseeing on one of our four shared walking tours offered in Berlin:
Famous Insiders Walking Tour (Departs daily): Take our Insiders Walking Tour and you'll get to stand over the exact location of Hitler's bunker, walk underneath the Brandenburg Gate, visit the government quarter with the Reichstag Parliament, pass through Checkpoint Charlie, touch the Berlin Wall, and much more.
Cold War Walking Tour (Departs Tue., Thu., Sat.): This tour follows the often ghost-like trail of the Death-strip and Wall, retracing some of the more intriguing fortifications of its border from guard towers to tank traps.
Jewish Berlin Walking Tour (Departs Mon., Fri.): A unique and special historical tour; from the days of the Enlightenment movement, through the horrors of the Holocaust, up to the revival of the present day, as Berlin now fosters one of the worlds fastest-growing Jewish communities.
Third Reich Walking Tour (Departs daily): This tour takes visitors to locales vital to the Third Reich Government, and Nazi propaganda machine in Berlin.
Explore the city with your 48-hour Berlin Card, which allows unlimited access to travel on the city's public transportation systems and discounts to over 140 top attractions.
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Day 3 Berlin
Using your Berlin Card, see the historic sights and memorials that remain today. Consider incorporating a trip to Museum Island, where you can visit famed Pergamon Museum and see the magnificent Pergamon Altar. Along the way, you'll pass by many art galleries, cafés, and churches. Feel free to stop, take a break, and enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant city.
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Day 4 Berlin, Nuremberg
After breakfast, hop on the train and make your way to Nuremberg. Explore Old Town by foot, starting at the main market square in front of Our Lady's Church. Take in the impressive Gothic churches, old city walls and fountains that lend a romantic atmosphere to the medieval center of town. With your 2-Day Nuremberg card you have free admission to all museums and attractions as well as free travel on all public transportation services.
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Day 5 Nuremberg
Explore the historic treasures of Nuremberg, from the hillside imperial castle towering over the city, to Courtroom 600 where the Nuremberg trials were held. There are also many fine museums in Nuremberg covering a broad range of topics, pleasing a variety of visitors. During your day, why not try some traditional gingerbread, one of the beloved delicacies of the city. Enjoy a traditional dinner that is included during your 2-night stay.
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Day 6 Nuremberg, Munich
Continue on to Munich by train. Rich in culture, architecture and historical landmarks, Munich has something for every visitor. Start exploring the city around Karlsplatz, where you can access the pedestrian shopping zone that leads down to Marienplatz, Munich's central square. There are many sights in this area including the old city gates, the Glockenspiel, Munich's beautiful city hall and of course the Hofbräuhaus, Germany's most famous beer hall.
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Day 7 Munich
See more of Munich on your hop-on-hop-off city tour via double decker bus.
Munich City Sightseeing - Circle Line Tour: Arrive on your own across the street from the central rail station to check in for your tour between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. Double decker buses depart every thirty minutes during summer months. (Redeem your voucher on the bus at any stop.) This is a fun way to see the city at your own pace, since you can leave or rejoin the tour as you wish. Take advantage of the ride and plan visits to some of Munich's renowned museums.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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