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From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle & Oberammergau Alpine Coaster Day Trip

Trusted PartnerDay Trip

Enjoy comfortable coach transport through the Bavarian Alps, with optional activities

Trusted PartnerDay Trip

11 h

Max 50 Guests

If you want a “choose your own Bavaria” day without renting a car, this tour is for you. Round-trip coach transport from Munich and a guide keep the day moving while you decide how to spend your time. Travel toward Oberammergau through the Alps, then pick the optional Alpine Coaster or swap in village time if you’d rather explore on foot. After an optional lunch stop in Schwangau, you head up for Mary’s Bridge photos before your timed Neuschwanstein Castle tour. Entry tickets not included.

What's included

Explore the Bavarian Alps your way

Expert English-speaking tour leader

Round-trip coach transport from Munich

Neuschwanstein Castle visit

Optional Alpine Coaster run

Mary’s Bridge viewpoint

Guide tips

Castle admission tickets

Optional Alpine Coaster

Food and drink

Shuttle bus to Mary’s Bridge

Itinerary

Your tour begins in central Munich

Meet your guide at the corner of Hochbrückenstraße 10 and Bräuhausstraße 10, Munich, then board a comfortable coach bound for Bavaria.

Drive into the Bavarian Alps toward Oberammergau

Next, ride past lakes and mountain villages on the way toward Oberammergau. Your guide shares local context as the landscape sharpens into dramatic peaks, setting up the day’s fairytale castles and viewpoints.

Ride the Alpine Coaster

If you opt in, take the chairlift up to the start and ride the Alpine Coaster back down, controlling your speed the whole way. If it is closed for weather or maintenance (or you prefer to keep your feet on the ground), you spend this time in Oberammergau instead.

Pause for lunch in Schwangau

Then stop in Schwangau for free time to grab an optional lunch at Schlossbrauhaus Schwangau, with castle views nearby. Food and drink are not included in the tour price, so plan to purchase lunch separately based on what you feel like that day.

Walk to Mary’s Bridge for the classic view

Head toward Marienbrücke for the postcard angle over the gorge and the castle’s towers. You can hike up for a more scenic approach, or pay for a shuttle, then take time for photos and fresh air.

Tour Neuschwanstein’s interior with timed entry

Arrive with your reserved time and join the official interior tour to see Ludwig’s ornate rooms and grand halls. Your admission is guaranteed and pre-booked, but not included in the tour price. If you prefer not to buy tickets, you can explore the courtyards for free.

Tour Neuschwanstein’s interior at timed entry

If you choose, purchase your castle admission tickets to see King Ludwig’s opulent private chambers and grand halls. If you prefer not to buy tickets, you can explore the courtyards for free.

Your tour ends at central Munich

Finally, settle into the return coach ride as the Alps fade back into city streets. You arrive in central Munich where you started, with a full camera roll and clear next steps for the rest of your evening.

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Mon, 07 Sep 2026

Meeting and drop-off point

Meet your guide at Discover Bavaria Shop, at the corner of Hochbrückenstrasse 10 and Bräuhausstraße 10, 80331 Munich. Your tour ends in central Munich.

Important Details

Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.

Good to know:

Castle ticket payment: Your Neuschwanstein interior admission is guaranteed and pre-booked, but not included in the tour price, so you pay your guide in cash on the day (€26.50 adults, €3.50 kids ages 0–17).
Shuttle bus to Mary’s Bridge: Shuttle bus transport up to Mary’s Bridge is optional and not included (€3.50 per person, one way).
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. If you have questions or concerns about your mobility, please contact us in advance.
Cash required: All payments for castle tickets and gratuities are due in cash on the day.
Alpine Coaster note: The Alpine Coaster is weather permitting and can be canceled anytime due to maintenance. If it does not operate, you visit Oberammergau instead.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.

Your 11-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip coach transportation from Munich
Pre-booked Neuschwanstein interior tickets (to pay in cash on the day)
Alpine Coaster tickets (to pay in cash on the day) or walking tour of Oberammergau
Photo stop time for Mary’s Bridge (Marienbrücke) views
Luxury coach with onboard WC
Maximum group size of 49

What to bring:

Valid ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Cash for Neuschwanstein tickets and optional extras
Weather-appropriate layers
Water bottle
Sunscreen (in summer)

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FAQs

Where to meet?

Meet your guide at Discover Bavaria Shop, at the corner of Hochbrückenstrasse 10 and Bräuhausstraße 10, 80331 Munich. Your tour ends in central Munich.

Is this tour family friendly?

Yes. Keep in mind there is a steep uphill walk option and lots of stairs inside the castle, so a child carrier is often easier than a stroller.

What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?

Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible. Expect a steep 30–40 minute uphill walk option and 300+ stairs inside Neuschwanstein, with no elevators.

Do I have to ride the Alpine Coaster?

No. The Alpine Coaster is optional, and you can decide on the day. If you skip it, you spend that time in Oberammergau for a village stop and self-guided walk. Please note If you are interested in the Alpine Coaster please inform your guide in the morning and they will arrange tickets. Please note that if you choose to ride the Alpine Coaster, you cannot do Oberammergau.

What happens if it rains?

The Alpine Coaster is weather permitting and can be canceled anytime due to maintenance. If it does not operate, you visit Oberammergau instead.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is optional and paid separately, with a brewery stop in Schwangau.

Do I need cash on the day?

Yes. You pay your guide in cash for Neuschwanstein tickets on the day (€26.50 adults / €3.50 kids ages 0–17). Bring extra cash if you plan to add the Alpine Coaster, pay for lunch, use the shuttle/carriage, or leave tips.

Is Neuschwanstein Castle admission included?

Neuschwanstein Castle admission is pre-booked for you, but it is not included in the tour price. You pay your guide in cash on the day: €26.50 per adult and €3.50 per child (ages 0–17), and your timed entry helps you skip the long ticket office lines.