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The Romantic Road in Germany
Bavaria
Germany
Fairy Tale Landscapes, Traditional Bavarian Cuisine & Rich History
Germany’s oldest and most celebrated tourist route, the Romantic Road takes the traveler through a rich heritage of Bavarian history, art and culture. Baroque gardens, rococo churches, fairytale castles, towers and gateways that speak of mystery and intrigue - these are some of the hallmarks of our German tour.
The Romantic Road offers historical drama extending from Roman times to the present day. The actors are the emperors, kings, nobles, burghers and peasants. The set varies from magnificent residences, monasteries, cathedrals and castles in an ever-changing landscape from Wurzburg to the Austrian Alps.
The Romantic Road personifies “the fine art of bicycle touring.” With an incredible network of cycling paths, you see more of the Bavarian countryside, away from traffic. From Wurzburg to Rothenburg, the “Gem of Germany,” to the fairy tale castles of King Ludwig II perched on the cliffs of the Alps, we’ll cycle through the river valleys and forests of southern Germany. A once in a lifetime trip through one of the most beautiful and historic areas in all of Europe.
This tour is an excellent value in terms of lodging, scenery, and itinerary.
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Biking Tour
Meeting:
Wurzburg
Airport:
Frankfurt, Munich
Transfer:
Frankfurt by train (not included)
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Rates and Dates for 2013
Rates include:
Accommodations, daily breakfasts and 7
dinners. Complimentary Trek hybrid bicycle, fully equipped for touring. Augsburg train transfer.
| A | 2013 | 10 day trip | 10d / 9n | $4129 |
Transfer and Other Options:
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2013
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Transfer from Wurzburg train staion included - drop off Fussen train station
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$0
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2013
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Single supplement
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$700
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Day 1. Meet in Wurzburg. Tour old city and the palace of the Prince-Bishops of Wurzburg. Bicycle fitting, wine & cheese reception, followed by dinner.
Day 2. Cycle Romantic Road to Tauberbischofsheim and take lunch in the thriving market square. Lodge in Bad Mergentheim. Visit the town’s world famous square and castle. (38 miles)
Day 3. Rothenburg, the “Gem of Germany,” is our destination. The delights of this medieval city are well worth a two night stay. On our way take some time to visit Rottingen, the village of sundials. (34 miles)
Day 4. Optional loop ride takes you through Bavarian countryside. Day filled with sightseeing. You’ll want to re-live the legend of the Meistertrunk depicted by the town clock’s automatons. (21 miles)
Day 5. Explore Shillingsfurst castle and witness a falconry exhibition en route to Dinkelsbuhl, a walled city adorned by towers and gateways. Follow the night watchman on his rounds. (28 miles)
Day 6. Ride to Nordlingen, largest walled city in Germany. Visit a baroque cathedral and Rieskrater- Museum, and Harburg Castle. Lodge in Donauworth on the Danube River. (48 miles)
Day 7. Day off from cycling. Transfer via rail to Augsburg, the second largest city in Bavaria. Take the day to shop & visit cathedrals and museums of this ancient Roman city.
Day 8. Cycle from Landsberg to alpine village Schwangau. End at the foot of the Alps with royal castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau nestled in the mountains above. (45 miles)
Day 9. Follow one of the first roads through the Austrian Alps, now accessible only to bicycles and walkers. Visit castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. (13 miles)
Day 10. Morning transfer to Fussen train station. Arrive in central Munich at 12:45 p.m.
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Meeting:
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Wurzburg
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Airport:
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Frankfurt, Munich
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Train station:
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Augsburg
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Transfer:
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Frankfurt by train (not included)
Arrival: train station Wurzburg
Departure: train station Fussen / Munich
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Level:
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 Easy to Moderate
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Moderate, with some easy stretches. Flat to rolling terrain, with several short climbs on a daily basis. Much of the ride is on bicycle paths.
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Participants:
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6
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Max
14
participants
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Cycling Level - Moderate, with easy stretches and reasonable distances Terrain - Flat to rolling terrain, with several short climbs on a daily basis. Much of the ride is on bicycle paths. What's Included* Use of bicycle (Trek hybrid or road bike) * A non-regimented, “cycle at your own pace itinerary” with an average of 30-50 miles per day with the option of additional or fewer miles. * Lodging in select country inns & hotels. * Daily breakfast & dinners (fewer dinners for some tours; see individual tour descriptions and prices). * Free transfers and long term parking. * Full van support. * Detailed maps, route descriptions, and cultural information on a daily basis. * Most commercial transportation within the country of most tours. (See daily itineraries for specific transfer information). * Friendly and experienced multi-lingual guides. * Expert bicycle mechanics. * Guided tours of selected historical Destinations visited. * Pre-departure information packet includes: tour specific info., reading list, packing list, training suggestions, riding tips, etc. * T-shirt. * All bicycles come equipped with trunk bag; rear rack; water bottles; lock; pump; spare tube; odometer/computer.
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passports Passport valid for length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except: 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card. Passport Note Germany is a. more
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Moderate, with some easy stretches. Flat to rolling terrain, with several short climbs on a daily basis. Much of the ride is on bicycle paths.
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Cycling Level - Moderate, with easy stretches and reasonable distances Terrain - Flat to rolling terrain, with several short climbs on a daily basis. Much of the ride is on bicycle paths. What's Included* Use of bicycle (Trek hybrid or road bike) * A non-regimented, “cycle at your own pace itinerary” with an average of 30-50 miles per day with the option of additional or fewer miles. * Lodging in select country inns & hotels. * Daily breakfast & dinners (fewer dinners for some tours; see individual tour descriptions and prices). * Free transfers and long term parking. * Full van support. * Detailed maps, route descriptions, and cultural information on a daily basis. * Most commercial transportation within the country of most tours. (See daily itineraries for specific transfer information). * Friendly and experienced multi-lingual guides. * Expert bicycle mechanics. * Guided tours of selected historical Destinations visited. * Pre-departure information packet includes: tour specific info., reading list, packing list, training suggestions, riding tips, etc. * T-shirt. * All bicycles come equipped with trunk bag; rear rack; water bottles; lock; pump; spare tube; odometer/computer.
Passports
Passport valid for length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passport Note
Germany is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;
(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays not exceeding 90 days in a six-month period; stay begins when nationals enter any of the Schengen countries.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
2. Nationals of EU countries intending to stay for three months or more must register with the German authorities within seven days of arrival.
| Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
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1 |
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| British |
No/2 |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No/2 |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
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The Romantic Road in Germany
Tour Code:
ZZ-CABK06
10 days /
9 nights
~$4,129.00
Dates: June, Sept
Level :
Difficulty Levels Explained
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Easy
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Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
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Easy to Moderate
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An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured
activity is recommended.
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Moderate
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Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with
some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and
you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
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Demanding
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You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or
ride four to six hours over steep or more rugged terrain. |
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Strenuous
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Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc.. |
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Rates | Dates
Accomodation
Airport:
Frankfurt, Munich
Activities:
Cycling, sightseeing
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