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Day
1:
(Meal Included: Dinner)
Arrive at Frankfurt Airport
Willkommen! Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an
Adventures by Disney representative who
will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the
driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to the
Crowne Plaza.
The Crowne Plaza Hotel in
Heidelberg
Unwind from the flight in this comfortable hotel situated in
the heart of the storybook city of Heidelberg as an
Adventure Guide checks you in.
Welcome Reception
Meet your fellow Adventurers and say “Guten tag!”
at this reception in the hotel as you participate in an
entertaining orientation with your Adventure Guides.
Buffet Dinner at the Crowne
Plaza Hotel
After the orientation, enjoy a hearty meal of tasty
traditional German fare with your fellow Adventurers at this
buffet-style dinner in the hotel. Guten appetit!
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Day 2:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner)
Heidelberg Castle
Tour
Explore the majestic ruins of this incredible
red-stone castle, once the home of royalty and a fortress
against great armies. Described by Mark Twain as “beaten by
storms, but royal still, and beautiful,” the Heidelberg
castle looms above vivid foliage with its stately arches and
towers. Tour the castle with your Adventure Guides as well
as a local expert and meet some surprise guest characters
from the castle’s past and present!
Lunch On Your Own in
Heidelberg
Discover the specialties of the German southwest:
the delicious spätzle noodles and stuffed pasta pockets
called maultaschen. Or try something more international such
French food with a German flair. Ask your Adventure Guides
for recommendations for lunch on your own. They can help you
plan the perfect lunch for your family.
Explore Heidelberg
On Your Own
In the afternoon, while on your own, you may choose to
wander the cobblestone streets and admire the Baroque
architecture of charming Heidelberg. Or, wind your way up
the Philosopher’s Path for special views of Old Town and the
castle, treat yourself to the mile-long shopping street,and
magnificent cakes and pastries from this region!
Wine Tasting at Zum
Ritter St. Georg
At the romantic Zum Ritter Hotel, enjoy a
wine-tasting event in historic elegance. Let the melodic
strains of a lute and flutist carry you to the Renaissance
as you meet a favorite local character, the jester Perkeo.
Welcome Dinner at
Zum Ritter Hotel
After you savor the local wines, feast at a private dinner
in the Zum Ritter Restaurant. Admire the gorgeous
architecture of this historical landmark as you relish a
meal fit for a 16th-century king!
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Day 3:
(Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Journey to Alsfeld
Following breakfast at the hotel, board a private
motor coach to the charming city of Alsfeld.
Arrival in Alsfeld
and City Tour with The Brothers Grimm
Upon your arrival in the medieval town of Alsfeld,
you will be greeted by the Brothers Grimm who lived in this
region. Tour the city with the brothers as they talk about
their lives and the stories they wrote in this picturesque
place. Watch as fairy tales seem to come to life before your
very eyes!
Picnic Lunch and
Storytelling at Alsfeld Museum
As the sun climbs high, enjoy a picnic in the
courtyard of the delightful Alsfed Museum. Like a
gingerbread house from a fairytale, this timber-frame museum
in classic old German style is the perfect setting for a
lunchtime treat. During your picnic lunch, Little Red
Riding Hood herself will tell you her very own story. All
the better to eat lunch with!
Journey to
Trendelburg Castle
Board a private motor coach and travel through romantic
countryside to the fairytale castle of Trendelburg, also
known as Rapunzel’s Castle, where the Brothers Grimm found
their inspiration for the famous story.
Welcome Reception at
Hotel Burg Trendelburg
Upon arrival, a knight greets you personally and orients you
to this unique, medieval-style hotel. Start with the verdant
garden grounds and then make your way to the grand round
tower. Gather together for a special reception as Rapunzel
lets down her golden hair to welcome you from the tower
window!
Medieval Dinner in
Trendelburg Cellar
Return to a time of lords and ladies as you dine at
the banquet table of this 800-year old cellar. The very
walls tell tales as centuries speak from the stony clefts
and crevices.
Disney Movie Night
While adults take a break from the day’s activities at the
hotel, Junior Adventurers enjoy a private Disney movie
presentation with snacks and soft drinks.
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Day 4:
(Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Bike Riding and
Archery Lessons at Hofgut Stammen
After breakfast, start the day with a privately-guided
biking tour at the charming campground of Hofgut Stammen. A
local expert will take you over a smooth path through the
leafy grounds. Afterwards take aim at fun as you learn the
art of archery!
Cookout Lunch at
Hofgut Stammen
After an energetic morning, a delicious hearty meal awaits
you in the shady grounds of this quaint, rustic restaurant.
Afternoon On Your
Own at Hotel Trendelburg
Relax in one of the splendid sitting rooms or stroll the
magical countryside surrounding the hotel as you spend time
on your own this afternoon. Dream up your own fairytale
stories as you explore the hotel, finding suits of armor and
other pieces of artwork that whisk you back several
centuries!
Tour of Sababurg
Castle
Tour the enchanting castle that inspired the Brothers Grimm
to write the story of Sleeping Beauty. As you discover this
amazing 14th-century estate on a hill in a lush oak forest,
meet Sleeping Beauty herself and listen as she tells her
tale.
Fairytale Dinner at
Sababurg Castle
As you dine in the regal splendor of this bewitching castle,
delight in the entertainment of Sleeping Beauty and her
Prince as they are accompanied by the deep dulcet tones of a
cello.
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Day 5:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch)
Journey to Löwenburg
Castle
Travel by coach to the amazing Löwenburg Castle created by
Landgrave Wilhelm IX, known as the Walt Disney of his era!
Löwenburg Castle
Tour
Enjoy a “royal” welcome when a German princess rolls out the
red carpet and greets you at the castle. Follow the princess
on a tour of the castle complex and its grounds. Discover
the lavishly decorated medieval, Renaissance and baroque
rooms, the weapons room with its famous Black Knight suit of
armor, and the opulent Gothic-style chapel.
Lunch at Gutshof
Kassel Restaurant
Dine in the lordly ambiance of this beautiful manor house
that once fed the sovereigns at the nearby castle.
Journey to
Rothenburg
All aboard the coach as it takes you to historic Rothenburg.
When you arrive, your Adventure Guides will check you into
the esteemed Eisenhut Hotel, which was once home to
Rothenburg’s wealthiest families.
Dinner On Your Own
in Rothenburg
Once you arrive, take your pick of casual and fine-dining
establishments. Be sure to ask your Adventure Guide for
recommendations for dining on your own to ensure you have a
meal you and your family will never forget!
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Day 6:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner)
Pretzel Making
For fun with a twist, learn to make pretzels at the
Striffler Bakery from the bakery’s own chef! Enjoy this
hands-on experience as you create a favorite German snack.
Walking Tour
Explore this town that was the inspiration for the village
in the Disney movie Pinnochio. A local expert will take you
on a leisurely paced tour of the town’s historic sights.
Lunch and Afternoon
On Your Own in Rothenburg
Enjoy a tasty lunch at one of the town’s many cafés and
restaurants. Revel in the storybook beauty of this renowned
German city as you wander through its quaint roads past
colorful shops with half-timbered gables. Your Adventure
Guide can recommend a variety of activities and must-see
sights for a wunderbar afternoon!
Dinner at the
Eisenhut Hotel
Dine behind the historic walls, overlooking a
fairy-kissed garden as you enjoy a fine dinner at one of the
oldest hotels in the town.
Night Walk with the
Night Watchman
On this twilight tour, follow the lively Night Watchman as
he leads you by lamp light down the town’s lanes and regales
you with legends. View Rothenburg’s impressive scenery and
sagas in a whole new light.
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Day 7:
(Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch)
Bear Making at
Steiff Bear Factor
Travel by motor coach to the wonderful countryside of Giegen
for a magical interactive tour of the famous Steiff Bear
factory. The company’s founder, Margaret Steiff, was the
inventor of the teddy bear. The tour is followed by a
hands-on workshop where you make your very own bear to bring
home!
Lunch at
Salzburgerhof Hotel
Take your midday meal in this cozy, colorful hotel
restaurant with its relaxing beer garden and outstanding
international kitchen.
Romantic Road to
Munich
Travel south along the scenic “Romantic Road to
Munich” by motor coach until you arrive at the Kempinski
Hotel. Sit back and admire the old-world lobby as your
Adventure Guides check you into this historic hotel.
Walking Tour of
Munich
There’s music in the air! Explore the capital of Bavaria
with a local expert as he or she shows you the incredible
sights of the city where legendary operatic composers
Richard Strauss and Carl Orff were born. In this
orientation, learn about the wealth of architecture, art and
history in Munich’s palaces, gardens and museums just
waiting for your discovery.
Dinner On Your Own
in Munich
Choose from a splendid array of delicious options when you
dine on your own in this international destination. Whether
you’re looking for a unique experience, such as the sofa
décor or more traditional fare you are sure to find an
unforgettable meal for your entire family.
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Day 8:
(Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
Neuschwanstein
Castle
Enjoy this excursion to the magical snowy-white
castle of King Ludwig II, a tremendous inspiration to Walt
Disney as he designed Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. Known as the
Fairytale King, Ludwig II built a fantasy world of great
beauty and elegance in this castle where he lived and died,
combining the architectural marvels of a storybook palace
with the latest technological conveniences. Lose yourself in
the dreams of this poetic king of Bavaria as you are guided
through the exquisite halls and rooms born of his
imagination.
Lunch at Lisl Hotel
Restaurant
Enjoy the King Ludwig room overlooking the stunning
Neuschwanstein Castle for a delectable meal in the historic
town of Schwangau.
Farewell Dinner at
Hofbräuhaus München
Gather with your fellow Adventurers in one of the
oldest beer halls in Germany for a grand farewell feast.
Enjoy a superb dinner with entertainment from a rousing
oompa band and lively German dancers.
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Day 9:
(Meal Included: Breakfast)
Breakfast at the
Kempinski Hotel
Say goodbye to your newfound friends and enjoy one
last meal in Munich.
Transfer to Airport
Board pre-arranged transportation to the airport and say
“auf wiedersehen” until you return again!
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Disney Once Upon a Fairytale - Germany
Discover
where “once upon a time” began. Visit quaint towns along the Romantic
Road, stay in a medieval castle in a fairytale forest and visit the
real inspiration for the castle at Disneyland®
Park. Your family is sure to remember this trip “happily ever after.”
