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From Munich: Bavarian Castles & Oberammergau Sightseeing Day Trip
Visit the royal alpine retreats of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Palace with roundtrip transfers
10 h 30 min
Max 50 Guests
What's included
Catch Bavaria’s best alpine views
Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip coach transport from Munich
Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Palace exteriors
Oberammergau bus sightseeing
Option to purchase castle entry tickets on coach
Guide tips
Lunch
Castle entry tickets
Itinerary
Your tour begins in central Munich
Meet your guide at Karlsplatz (Stachus) in central Munich, then board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach. Settle in as you leave the city behind and head for Bavaria’s alpine countryside.
Drive through the Bavarian countryside
Watch Munich fade into farm villages and forested foothills as your guide shares context on King Ludwig II. Along the way, spot classic postcard scenes of chalets, church spires, and wide valleys.
Visit Linderhof Palace
Arrive at Linderhof, Ludwig’s smallest palace, tucked into manicured gardens. Choose your pace here: stroll the grounds, grab a coffee, or opt to purchase entry to see the ornate rooms inside.
Cruise through the fairytale village of Oberammergau
Pass through Oberammergau, the artists’ village known for painted façades and woodcarving tradition. From the coach, you’ll get a quick sightseeing loop that frames the town’s storybook streets and mountain backdrop.
Climb to Neuschwanstein’s best photo points
Head uphill toward Neuschwanstein through pine-scented paths and dramatic viewpoints. If you want to shorten the walk, you can use a shuttle bus or horse-drawn carriage for an additional fee.
Choose a Neuschwanstein visit or enjoy the surroundings
If you decide to go inside, you can purchase the entry and follow the official visit flow. If you skip the interior, use the time for photos, the Marienbrücke viewpoint, and lingering looks at the castle against the Alps.
Relax on the ride back to Munich
After your castle time, rejoin the coach for a relaxed return trip. It’s an easy window to scroll through photos, rest your feet, and replay the day’s best views as the landscape rolls by.
Your tour ends in central Munich
Return to the same central Munich meeting point with a camera full of alpine panoramas and palace details. If you want dinner ideas or an easy route onward, ask your guide before you head off.
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Sun, 06 Sep 2026
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Important Details
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Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible, and it is not stroller accessible. If you have concerns, please contact us in advance.
Fitness level: Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
Entry tickets: Castle entry is optional. You can buy tickets for the castles from your guide on the coach in the morning.
Payment: Entrance fees must be paid by credit card.
Uphill option: To shorten the uphill walk to Neuschwanstein, you may use a shuttle bus or horse-drawn carriage for an additional fee.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 10.5-hour tour includes:
Professional English-speaking guide
Round-trip transport by air-conditioned coach
Option to buy entry tickets for the castles on the coach
Oberammergau sightseeing tour by bus
Headphones on the coach (if available)
Maximum group size of 55
What to bring:
Valid ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Water