Top Bavaria Historical & Heritage Tours

Gain insight into the Holocaust of World War II on this half-day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site from Munich. Travel by train and bus to the memorial site, and take a guided tour of the compound, a place of memorial and education dedicated to the thousands who were imprisoned and lost their lives there between 1933 and 1945. Learn how Dachau provided a model for all Nazi camps, and see the exhibitions and memorials, together with the reconstructed barracks and cells, as your guide provides illuminating, informative and sensitive commentary.

Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof Palace, and the forest-ringed village of Oberammergau in one easy day trip from Munich. After leaving your city hotel, you’ll travel with your own private driver-guide into the heart of Bavaria where fairy tale castles and picturesque villages beckon. Prebooked skip-the-line tickets are included to save you time at the admission desks, and you’ll discover the history of each site through commentary from your guide.

Visit the Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden, Adolf Hitler’s famous mountaintop retreat, on this day trip from Munich. Travel by air-conditioned coach through Bavaria’s lush mountainscapes, and ride a bus and elevator to the lodge, 6,148 feet (1,834 meters) up Mt Kehlstein. See where Hitler entertained dignitaries, view the hall where weddings and conferences were staged, and explore the terrace to admire the spectacular Alpine views — vistas that Hitler, ironically, found challenging due to his vertigo. In the event of bad weather, you will visit the world-famous Berchtesgaden salt mines instead.

Gain insight into the Third Reich's rise to power and visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this full-day Munich combo tour. Travel to Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany, and explore the memorial site with a guide. Then, learn about the history of Nazi Germany during World War II, and see some of the buildings associated with Adolf Hitler on a walking tour. Round-trip transportation from Munich to Dachau is included.

Take a trip to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this private, half-day tour from Munich. Dachau was the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany and it served as a model for all the other camps that followed it. See various parts of the facility — including the 'Arbeit macht frei' gateway and the administration headquarters —  and explore the museum with a guide. You'll benefit from personalized attention while gaining insight into the site's past.

Delve into Munich’s dark past and the birth of the Nazi ideology on a revealing 2.5-hour city walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable guide, discover the sites that provided backdrops to Adolf Hitler and his followers as they set about founding the Third Reich, giving Munich its title as the ‘Capital of the Nazi Movement.’ See beer-halls where Nazi brown shirts first gathered, buildings from where Hitler delivered speeches, and memorials to opposers of the movement, all as your guide charts the events that saw Hitler take power in 1933.

Experience the fairytale atmosphere of Neuschwanstein Castle and the Bavarian Alps during this 9-hour train excursion from Munich. Travel by rail to the village of Hohenschwangau, where you can pick between a 35-minute tour of the castle’s interior (own expense) or a guided hike in the nearby foothills with views of the fortress. Train transport and your guide are included.

Discover beautiful Nuremberg — site of Hitler’s infamous propaganda rallies — on a 10-hour rail tour from Munich. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Nuremberg, take a guided tour of city attractions like Congress Hall and medieval old town, then enjoy some free time to make an optional visit to the Documentation Center. Soak up German history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the medieval and gothic accents that decorate this modern city.

Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this 5-hour tour from Munich. Travel by train from Munich to Dachau with a guide, and visit the former concentration camp. During your guided tour, you'll gain insight into the brutality of the Nazi regime and learn of the 42,000 innocent prisoners who lost their lives there. Explore the history of the Third Reich in the visitors' center, and read of the camp’s historical context from the prisoners’ perspective.

First time in Munich? Take in the best bits of the Bavarian capital on this 2-hour walking tour of Munich’s Old Town. 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 Hofbräuhaus beer hall. Accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll have ample opportunities to learn more about Munich’s history, cultural heritage and beer-brewing legacy, while walking between the central squares of Marienplatz and Odeonsplatz.

Step into the fairy-tale world of Bavaria and visit majestic castles, alpine lakes and medieval towns on this full-day tour from Fussen. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the dreamy Neuschwanstein Castle, famously the inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty castle. Then, visit Linderhof Castle, another of King Ludwig II’s magnificent castles, and Hohenschwangau Castle, the ‘Mad King’s’ childhood home. That’s not all: stop off to admire the colorful painted houses of Oberammergau and take in views of the Austrian Alps and Lake Plansee.

Enjoy Oktoberfest in Munich with this 7-hour experience that includes a Munich city tour and a guaranteed spot inside a tent. Beginning with a 1.5-hour walking tour, learn about the city’s history and brewing customs, and hear about the 200-year-old festival at Theresienwiese. Then take a seat at your reserved place in one of the major Oktoberfest beer tents, where you’ll receive two liters of beer and chicken.

Take a sobering look at the Dachau Concentration Camp and Memorial Site during this 5-hour guided visit from Munich. Learn about the history of one of Germany’s first concentration camps dating back to 1933 as you visit camp locations like the SS Training Camp, Nandor Gild Monument, Appellplatz (Roll Call Square), and more. Round-trip transport is also included.

Spend the day exploring Munich’s enchanted surroundings with your own private guide and vehicle. Visit the popular sights of the Ettal Monastery, the village of Oberammergau, the opulent Linderhof Palace, and finish the day with a guided tour of the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Discover the rich history of Bavaria and get insider tips from your informative guide during this private tour.

Get access to the Eagle’s Nest and beautiful views of the Bavarian Alps on a customized private tour. Save yourself the stress of navigating or renting a car, and get the maximum out of your day. Relax and enjoy photo opportunities on the scenic route to Berchtesgaden. Take a special bus to access the Eagle’s Nest, still preserved from World War II, and discover panoramic views from a mountain peak. End your day trip in Salzburg, or choose a 2-day option with a private tour of the city including the Salzburg Card.

See Munich in a fun new way: via Segway. After learning how to ride a Segway, zoom through the attractive Bavarian city. Learn about the history of Munich from the guide while seeing such sites as Odeonsplatz, Hofgarten, Victory Gate, Leopoldstraße, the Maximilianeum and the Peace Angel, among others. This tour is a great way to rest your cobblestone-weary feet!

It can be overwhelming to research and plan an itinerary to see multiple dispersed attractions in one day. This day trip from Salzburg takes the stress out of planning by having everything organized for you. After a hotel pickup, you’ll travel to the Obersalzberg region, and see the Berghof ruins. Explore the Eagle’s Nest, Golling Waterfalls, and the Castle of Werfen. You’ll have plenty of time to explore independently, and find a spot for lunch too.

Discover Munich with a private guide, exploring the enchanting Old Town squares and hearing the city's history. During a walking tour, you'll learn about landmarks such as the Glockenspiel, Munich Hofbräuhaus, and the Royal Residence, and hear tales of wartime history. Find out fun facts about the beer purity law and the annual Oktoberfest, and enjoy photo stops aplenty as you walk your way around the city. The tour is led by a private guide, and the meeting point and start time can be chosen by you.

Experience the storybook romance of Bavaria on a private tour from Füssen to two of the region’s most impressive castles. Skip the ticket line and guarantee admission to both Neuschwanstein Castle, which inspired the Disney symbol, and Ludwig II’s royal retreat at Linderhof Palace. In between, enjoy free time to explore charming Oberammergau village and the UNESCO-listed Wieskirche church in the meadow while your private guide and car wait.

Trace the origins and history of Adolf Hitler and Germany’s infamous Third Reich in Munich during this 3-hour guided walking tour. Learn about the central role this Southern German city played in Hitler’s movement as you explore World War II-era landmarks like the Führerbau, the former Gestapo headquarters, Haus der Kunst, and much more.

Uncover Munich’s dark past on a private tour of Dachau and take a moving tour of Germany’s first concentration camp. Walk around the prisoner barracks, crematoria, and gas chamber; read prisoners' stories of the atrocities carried out under the Nazi regime; and visit the poignant memorial sites.

See Germany’s Romantic Road on a private day trip from Munich and discover its showpiece sights with ease. With your own private guide for a group of up to seven people, you’ll travel to Harburg Castle, Dinkelsbühl, and Rothenburg ob der Tauber, hearing about the history of the culture-rich route as you go. Free time to sightsee, shop, and explore is included at each stop.

Discover mystery and beauty in the heart of Bavaria on this private full-day Neuschwanstein Castle tour. Head past the entry queues and go straight inside Neuschwanstein Castle with a guide to begin exploring. Admire the 19th-century fortress’ Romanesque architecture and gain insight into the life of King Ludwig II of Bavaria — one of the castle’s most famous residents. Explore the pretty Bavarian village of Oberammergau and learn of its rich heritage, then visit Ettal Abbey before heading back to your hotel in comfort.

Enjoy this guided tour to the Neuschwanstein castles from Füssen or from Hohenschwangau and have a wonderful day at the Disney castle. With this tour you don't have to worry about anything as the skip-the-line ticket is included. If you choose the option "from Füssen", our guide will accompany you from Füssen by public bus to Hohenschwangau. Also the local guide, who speaks 3 languages (German, English and Russian) will accompany you to Neuschwanstein Castle and give you all further information for your stay in Hohenschwangau.Our guide will also explain you how to get back to Füssen after your stay in Hohenschwangau. So you can stay in this cute Bavarian town, walk around on your own, and have dinner or a late lunch. We will be happy to give you some local tips and insider information on places to see and where to eat. If you also wish to visit the Hohenschwangau castle, please send us an e-mail after your booking so that we can also organise tickets for you (additional 14,80 Euro).