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15 Best 1-Day Tours In Germany

The standouts.

A run-down of the 15 best 1-day tours in Germany: what each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best 1-Day Tours In Germany

From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip

From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip - From Stachus (Karlsplatz 21) to the Alps: How the Day Gets Rolling

1.From Munich: Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Full-Day Trip

Most Popular★ 4.6

Full-day coach trip from Munich to Linderhof and Neuschwanstein with guided tours, flexible ticket options, and classic Ludwig views.

“we went during January, so the gardens were closed. Our guide, Faizan, recommended we take the tours, which we were not originally planning on doing. Great recommendation! Seeing the inside of the Neuschwanstein Castle is probably one of the top 3 highlights of my trip to Munich. Great trip and a must do if you…”

14,646 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $94by Gray Line Munich Day Tours

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Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: 1-Day or 2-Day Ticket

Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: 1-Day or 2-Day Ticket - The three routes: City Tour, Nymphenburg–Olympia, and Schwabing

From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip

From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip - Hohenschwangau and Schwangau: Town Time That Helps the Castle Make Sense

Dresden: 1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour

Dresden: 1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour - Picking your starting point: Zwinger/Postplatz vs any other stop

4.Dresden: 1-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour

★ 4.5

See Dresden your way on a double-decker hop-on hop-off bus, with guided Zwinger, Fürstenzug, Frauenkirche, Pfunds Dairy, and night tours.

“We enjoyed the experience. The ticket being available all day was excellent value. An easy way to see beautiful Dresden.”

2,813 reviews1 dayFrom $29by STADTRUNDFAHRT DRESDEN GmbH

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From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Half-Day Trip

From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Half-Day Trip - On-Site Guided Time: Surviving Buildings and the Logic of the Place

5.From Munich: Dachau Memorial Site Half-Day Trip

★ 4.7

Half-day Dachau memorial trip from Munich with an authorized English guide, surviving camp buildings, museum exhibits, and an English film.

“Emmet from Radius Tours was an exceptional guide. He provided us with the information in a sensitive manner and answered every question we had. It is a very sombre visit and leaves you reflecting significantly. But a tour everyone should experience.”

2,526 reviews5 hoursFrom $62by Radius Tours GmbH

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From Munich: Rothenburg and Romantic Road Day Trip by Bus

From Munich: Rothenburg and Romantic Road Day Trip by Bus - Harburg Castle: the hilltop stop that’s worth planning for

6.From Munich: Rothenburg and Romantic Road Day Trip by Bus

★ 4.5

Munich to Harburg Castle and Rothenburg on the Romantic Road by luxury bus, with skip-the-line help, guided stops, and timed free wandering.

“Trip was amazing I was very happy with the tour . We had enough time in both locations of tour to enjoy each activity . Tour guide Sven and driver where helpful would definitely recommend this tour !!”

2,168 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $90by Gray Line Munich Day Tours

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Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich

Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich - Linderhof Castle Stop: What You Get in 1.5 Hours

7.Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich

★ 4.5

See Neuschwanstein and Linderhof from Munich in one guided coach day, with time for Oberammergau views and major castle moments.

“Christine was very knowledgeable informative and caring. The bus was clean and comfortable and the driver was very nice too. We were a small group but we had lot of fun , I would definitely recommend it to anyone . Thank you again for a great trip and a great time🫶”

1,756 reviews10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $91.91by Mentor Reisen GmbH

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From Frankfurt: Rhine Valley Day Trip

From Frankfurt: Rhine Valley Day Trip - Meeting in Frankfurt: how to start smoothly at Wiesenhüttenpl. 38

8.From Frankfurt: Rhine Valley Day Trip

★ 4.4

UNESCO Rhine Valley day trip from Frankfurt with a 1.5-hour steamer cruise, included lunch, and a wine-growing history lesson.

“This was a great trip with our guide, George! He did a great job. Two days before, we did the Heidelberg Castle and the guide didn’t show up and a driver ran it and it was a bust and we almost cancelled the Rhine tour because of it. I’m glad we did cancel. This was…”

1,317 reviews8 hoursFrom $175by ETS Touristik GmbH

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From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip by Van

From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip by Van - Neuschwanstein Castle: The Guided Tour and the Walking Reality

9.From Munich: Neuschwanstein Castle Full-Day Trip by Van

★ 4.8

Small-group van day trip from Munich to Neuschwanstein, Wieskirche, and a Bavarian cheese farm. Castle guide and Marien Bridge views.

“Such an enjoyable day trip from Munich - beautiful scenery along the way and the castle is incredible. Well timed stops to visit small towns and spectacular churches and plenty of opportunities to buy food and drinks. Our guide was great - friendly and informative. We would highly recommend this trip”

1,177 reviews10 hoursFrom $147by Pure Bavaria Tours

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From Dresden: Saxon Switzerland National Park Full-Day Trip

From Dresden: Saxon Switzerland National Park Full-Day Trip - The Double-Decker Bus Ride from Dresden (and Why It Helps)

10.From Dresden: Saxon Switzerland National Park Full-Day Trip

★ 4.7

A 7-hour Dresden day trip to Bastei Bridge and Königstein Fortress by double-decker bus, with an optional side-wheel steamer ride.

“This tour took us to some amazing scenery. I had no expectations for the Königstein and was overwhelmed by the structure and exhibits. It was really interesting. The tour was only in German so I missed much of what the guide said. Still it seemed he had a lot of information to impart and from…”

931 reviews7 hoursFrom $35by STADTRUNDFAHRT DRESDEN GmbH

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Berchtesgaden and Eagle’s Nest Day Trip from Munich

Berchtesgaden and Eagle's Nest Day Trip from Munich - Kehlsteinhaus (Eagle’s Nest): The Views, the Elevator, and the Strange Mix of Beauty and History

11.Berchtesgaden and Eagle’s Nest Day Trip from Munich

★ 4.5

Visit Eagle’s Nest and Obersalzberg with an English guide from Munich, plus a Berchtesgaden town stroll. WWII history, mountain views, long day.

“we had a great time. It's the second time we've done it, this time taking friends. Be aware of the weather, both times we've been there it was foggy and raining. One of these days I'd like to be there on a clear day. The guide and bus driver were both awesome and knowledgeable. Would…”

797 reviews10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $78.60by Mentor Reisen GmbH

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Day Trip to Kutná Hora by train from Prague

Day Trip to Kutná Hora by train from Prague - Where you meet in Prague main station (and how to avoid the stress)

12.Day Trip to Kutná Hora by train from Prague

★ 4.5

Day trip by train from Prague to Kutná Hora with a guided walk. See the Sedlec Bone Chapel, St Barbara’s Cathedral, and medieval streets.

“My family and I had a wonderful time on this excursion. Jan was an amazing guide and kept the day fun and organized. I would highly recommend!”

587 reviews6 hours (approx.)From $83.44by SANDEMANs Tours - Prague

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Nuremberg Guided Day Trip from Munich by Train

Nuremberg Guided Day Trip from Munich by Train - Nuremberg’s Old Town stops: city hall, markets, churches, and the medieval feel

13.Nuremberg Guided Day Trip from Munich by Train

★ 4.5

Train to Nuremberg for a guided day of Old Town sights, Kaiserburg castle views, and the Nazi Rally Grounds, with a smooth return to Munich.

“This was a day tour involving travel by train between Munich and Nuremburg. Our guide Sarah was very informative who managed to do a very good job of giving our group a condensed history of the city. The city has a good combination of modern and medieval buildings the latter of which is very interesting.…”

546 reviews8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $95.34by Radius Tours GmbH

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VIP Day Trip Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castle from Munich

VIP Day Trip Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castle from Munich - Meeting in Munich: a smooth start and clear timing

15.VIP Day Trip Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castle from Munich

★ 5.0

VIP Munich day trip to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof with guided tours, Oberammergau coach stop, and Marienbrücke photo time.

“We booked the VIP but because of a big cancellation they moved us to a big bus. It was a good tour but we felt very rushed at the Neuschwanstein castle. Our guide and driver were great though.”

463 reviews10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $204.37by Mentor Reisen GmbH

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