Munich & the Black Forest, including Salzburg and Strasbourg

Our journey begins as we arrive in Munich, where we are welcomed by our friendly local guide before transferring to our hotel.

The remainder of the day is free for us to settle in, relax and enjoy our first taste of Bavaria.

Today we explore the highlights of Munich with our expert local guide. Our panoramic tour showcases many of the city's most famous landmarks, including:

• Königsplatz
• The impressive Pinakotheken Art Museums
• The Hall of Generals
• Prinzregentenstraße
• The Bavarian National Museum
• The Angel of Peace
• Maximilianstrasse
• The Maximilianeum
• The National Opera House
• The Royal Palace
• Marienplatz 
• Munich's historic medieval city gates

We'll also visit the lively Viktualienmarkt, the city's famous open-air food market, where colourful stalls offer a wonderful glimpse into local Bavarian life.
 

The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure.

Whether we choose to continue sightseeing, browse the shops or relax in one of Munich's cafés, our guide will be happy to recommend places to visit.

Today we travel by coach to the beautiful Austrian city of Salzburg, the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

During our guided walking tour, we'll discover the city's elegant streets and historic landmarks while enjoying wonderful views of the surrounding Eastern Alps.

The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace.

• Take a stroll through Salzburg's charming lanes
• Visit one of its historic churches
• Simply relax in a traditional café before returning to Munich by coach

After breakfast, we transfer to Munich Central Station for our rail journey to Karlsruhe.

Travelling through the beautiful northern Black Forest, we'll enjoy beautiful views of forests and countryside before continuing by coach to our hotel in Strasbourg.

Today we cross the Rhine River into the French region of Alsace.

Our morning begins with a guided walking tour of Strasbourg, where we'll explore the UNESCO-listed Grande Île, renowned for its:

• Medieval streets
• Half-timbered houses 
• Magnificent Gothic cathedral

Later, we continue to the enchanting town of Colmar.

Often called the "Little Venice of Alsace", Colmar charms visitors with its:

• Colourful half-timbered houses
• Canals
• Beautifully preserved medieval streets

Depending on the season, we may even spot storks nesting on rooftops and chimneys as we explore with our guide.

Today we visit the elegant spa town of Baden-Baden, celebrated for its historic thermal springs.

Our guided walking tour includes highlights such as:

• The Kurhaus
• Augusta Square
• The Colonnades 
• Lichtentaler Allee

This afternoon we travel along the spectacular Black Forest Ridgeway.

• Enjoy panoramic views across one of Germany's most beautiful landscapes
• Our journey ends at the picturesque Lake Mummelsee, one of the Black Forest's famous glacial lakes
• Here we'll have time to browse for traditional souvenirs, including cuckoo clocks, or perhaps enjoy a slice of the region's famous Black Forest cake

Today we travel to Freiburg, known as the "Jewel of the Black Forest."

During our guided walking tour, we'll explore the city's historic centre which has a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere with:

• Medieval streets
• Colourful gabled houses
• Lively squares
• The impressive Gothic cathedral

On our return to Strasbourg, we stop to enjoy a tasting of traditional Alsatian specialities. Sample regional favourites including:

• Choucroute
• Flammekueche 
• A selection of renowned Alsatian wines, such as Riesling and Gewürztraminer

Today we bid farewell to Germany, France and Austria after a memorable journey through Bavaria, the Black Forest and Alsace.

We transfer to the airport with guide assistance for our return flight home.