Group Tour Operator and DMC for South West Germany

Depart the UK

Start your journey to Germany and depart from your local area in direction of Dover where you will take the ferry to Calais. Make an overnight stop in France, perhaps in the Reims area. If time permits, explore this charming town at leisure.

Arrive at Stuttgart

Continue your journey to the south-western German metropole that is Stuttgart, perhaps stopping in Baden-Baden en route. The beautiful spa town at the border of the Black Forest has a lot to offer. Stroll along the Lichtentaler Allee, discover small boutiques and little cafes in the picturesque old town or visit one of the many museums, e.g. exhibiting the work of Frida Kahlo.

When you arrive at your hotel, enjoy dinner and spend the evening at leisure.

Explore Stuttgart –  the Capital of the South West

Start your morning with a delicious breakfast at your hotel before you head to central Stuttgart to meet your guide for a gentle walking tour through Stuttgart. Discover everything around the city’s main square, the Schlossplatz, and marvel at the Old Castle and New Palace.

In the afternoon, explore further at leisure. You might want to go inside the Old Castle and New Palace or look at beautiful Stuttgart from a bird’s eye view by taking a ride on the funicular railway. Alternatively, find out more about Germany’s rich car history by visiting the Mercedes Benz or Porsche Museum; both brands call Stuttgart home. You might prefer to spend your afternoon outside strolling around Wilhelma, a famous zoological-botanical garden. Do some shopping along the city’s main retail street, Königsstraße, or visit the art nouveau style Market Hall for a special treat.

Ludwigsburg

On this day explore baroque Ludwigsburg, a city full of history. The highlight of this day trip will be Ludwigsburg Palace. Discover these historic, baroque grounds and a enjoy a guided tour. Additionally, there are two nice restaurants on palace grounds where you might want to savour a traditional German lunch of Maultaschen or Käsespätzle. 

Further discover Ludwigsburg’s gorgeous old town. Perhaps stop for a treat in one of the delicious bakeries, or visit Blühendes Barock, the gardens behind Ludwigsburg Palace, including the Märchenwald Fairytale Garden. En route back to your hotel, perhaps you want to stop in Untertürkheim, an area famous for its wines, and take part in a wine tasting.

Heidelberg

Today, make your way to Heidelberg and enjoy a guided tour through the beautiful old town. Discover the cobbled streets, learn about the city being a scientific hub and find out more about the quaint monkey sitting on the Old Bridge. Together with your guide, make your way up to Heidelberg Castle using the funicular railway and enjoy breath-taking views of the city, the River Neckar and its gorgeous surroundings.

Spend the afternoon strolling around the cobbled streets and along the River Neckar or stop for a little tea break in one of Heidelberg’s many cafes. Alternatively, you might want to visit one of the city’s museums, e.g. the Carl Bosch Museum or the, some might say bizarre, Body Worlds Museum.

Return to the UK

After breakfast at your hotel, start your journey home. Retrace the route back to Calais for the ferry to Dover, stopping overnight in France along the way.