Neuschwanstein castle is about 90 minutes from Munich by car, or two hours by train or bus. Our private tours by car to Neuschwanstein castle include up to as many as 7 stops at other significant points of interest which usually include the following: 2 stops in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, the renowned village of Oberammergau, the impressive Basilica at the Ettaler Abby, Linderhof Palace, Plansee in Austria, and of course Neuschwanstein castle in Hohenschwangau.
How we spend your 11 hours together on any of our chauffered tours from Munich is naturally up to you and can be discussed and decided upon as late as the morning of your tour on your way out of Munich.
If you would like to discuss your visit to Munich and / or details about any private tours from Munich you can schedule a free telephone consultation here.
1-2 Persons 595€ / 3-4 Persons 650€ / 5-6 Persons 750€ / 7-8 Persons 850€
If you would like us to consult with you about options please feel free to contact us.
Suggested Itineraries
Usual Itinerary:
8:30 – Pick up from your hotel
9:45 - 11:00 - After arrival in the alpine village of Garmisch at the foot of Germany’s tallest mountain, the Zugspitze where we usually first visit an amazing spot for a great photo and then proceed to the famed Ludwigstrasse in the heart of Garmisch’s adjacent and sister village of Partenkirchen.
11:00 – 11:30 - Drive to Ettal where we can briefly visit the 14th century monastery and view its spectacular baroque basilica.
11:45 – 13:00 - Drive to and visit of Linderhof Palace and gardens, including time for the optional tour of the palace interior.
13:00 – 13:30 - Drive to a spectacular alpine lake in the Austrian Alps (yes, we will be in Austria on this tour!)
1:30 - 2:15 - Lunch at an excellent lakeside restaurant with a spectacular view!
2:15 – 3:00 – continue on our lovely alpine drive to location of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles, back in Germany. Parking and quick purchase of tickets.
3:00 – 3:30 - walk up to bridge slightly above the castle’s elevation (alternatively we can take the bus up the back road and spare ourselves the uphill walk, however not in winter!)
3:35 – 3:45 - walk 10 minutes downhill to castle entrance.
3:55 – 4:45 - tour of castle interior
4:45 – 5:15 - walk back down to car, briefly visit Alpsee (gorgeous lake and view) and see Hohenschwangau castle up close.
5:30 – departure for return to Munich with arrival generally around 7:15 pm
Although the above example is how we generally do this tour there is plenty of room for flexibility and to customize the day to your interests.
Examples of alternative options include, yet are not limited to:
- Hiking through a spectacular waterfall gorge (1 hour, 3€ p.p.)
- visiting the famous village of Oberammergau (30 mins, free)
- experience the world’s longest (6-minute hectic ride downhill) all weather alpine roller coaster (allow for 1 hour in total, 11€ p.p.)
- swimming in an alpine lake (15-30 mins. free, of course!)
- doing a bike ride (60 - 90 minutes, free!)
- doing a tandem paraglide (60 – 90 minutes, 150€ per person), among others.
Naturally there is not enough time in the day to do ALL of these things as well as those in the sample itinerary above, but your guide will consult with you about what you would prefer to omit in exchange for a different activity or place.
FAQ's MP TOURS
Where do the Private Tours take us?
Where do the tours begin?
Our day trips from Munich generally begin with pick up at your hotel around 9:00 a.m. and arrive back in Munich around 7:00 p.m.
Around how much do the tours cost?
Every tour is cutomized and has different prices, however you can take as a reference our prices for private day trips (up to and usually 11 hours) which are as follows:
1-2 Persons 595€ / 3-4 Persons 650€ / 5-6 Persons 750€ / 7-8 Persons 850€
Can you guys do Private Group Tours?
What does the price include?
The tours include fuel and parking expenses. Not included are: lunch expenses, entrance fees or a customary (min. 10%) gratuity for the tour guide.
How can we book a private tour?
Simple, just give us a shout either by E-mail or Phone. You can also reserve here a tour with a downpayment.
What about refunds and cancelations?
Regarding change of date and refunds for private Munich sightseeing tours please contact us ASAP:
T. +49 (0) 89 255 43 987
T2. +49 (0) 89 255 43 988
E. info@mikesbiketours.com
In what type of vehicle are the tours done?
Depending on the size of the tour it could be a Opel Zafira Tourer or our Renault Traffic.
