Germany's Magic Cities by Train
Explore Germany's amazing cities by foot and rail
You've got a train to catch! Ride the rail through some of Germany's most amazing cities, including its capital, and experience the wonder and charm they have to offer! From walking tours to finding biergartens on your own, or picking out the best bars, clubs, and cafes, Germany has plenty to offer all kinds of travelers.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Frankfurt (FRA)
- Round-trip private airport transfers
- Private round-trip rail station transfers in all cities
- 1 night in Frankfurt at the Movenpick Hotel Frankfurt, or similar
- Private tour of Frankfurt with driver/guide
- One-way rail ticket from Frankfurt to Cologne (standard class)
- 1 night in Cologne at the Maritim Koln, or similar
- Private Cologne Walking Tour
- One-way rail ticket from Cologne to Hamburg (standard class)
- 1 night in Hamburg at the Arcotel Rubin, or similar
- Private Hamburg Walking Tour
- One-way rail ticket from Hamburg to Berlin (standard class)
- 2 nights in Berlin at the Maritim Pro Arte Hotel, or similar
- Berlin hop-on/hop-off city tour
- One-way rail ticket from Berlin to Dresden (standard class)
- 1 night in Dresden at the Maritim Hotel Dresden, or similar
- Private Dresden Walking Tour
- One-way rail ticket from Dresden to Frankfurt (standard class)
- 1 night in Frankfurt at the Movenpick Hotel Frankfurt, or similar
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Sit back and relax as a private chauffeur shows you through the highlights of Frankfurt.
- Explore Dresden, Hamburg, and Cologne on walking tours lead by a private guide to show you the ins and outs of the city!
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Experience Berlin at your own pace with a Hop-On/Hop-Off bus pass.
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Enjoy strolls along the Elbe River and down the sinful mile, and visits to historic buildings like the Dresden Opera House and Paulus Church.
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Indulge in the hearty cuisine of Germany by sinking your teeth into schnitzel, a variety of wursts, and a jelly-filled German doughnut or berliner (or pfannkuchen in Berlin).
Explore amazing and beautiful cities throughout Germany by train! Take the rail from one city to the next, and even spend a few nights in the capital.
Begin in Frankfurt, where you'll get to explore with a private chauffeur, and of course indulge in the gay nightlife that is prevalent throughout much of Germany. From there you'll travel to Cologne and Hamburg, both of which also include private walking tours. Seek out the best pints in the areas, and be sure to capture some of your trip in a photo if you aren't too busy having fun.
From Hamburg you'll travel to Berlin, where the gay community is not only thriving, but celebrated. From clubs and bars to saunas, Berlin offers wonderful opportunities to connect with the local life in between visiting all of its iconic sights. You may also want to seek out biergartens and indulge in a pretzel with real German mustard. Then, you'll get to travel to one of Germany's prettiest cities.
Arrive in Dresden and enjoy another walking tour to introduce the city's sights to you! Explore its lovely streets with your guide, and branch out from there to enjoy the life of the city. Return to Frankfurt before catching your flight home.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Frankfurt (FRA)
- Round-trip private airport transfers
- Private round-trip rail station transfers in all cities
- 1 night in Frankfurt at the Movenpick Hotel Frankfurt, or similar
- Private tour of Frankfurt with driver/guide
- One-way rail ticket from Frankfurt to Cologne (standard class)
- 1 night in Cologne at the Maritim Koln, or similar
- Private Cologne Walking Tour
- One-way rail ticket from Cologne to Hamburg (standard class)
- 1 night in Hamburg at the Arcotel Rubin, or similar
- Private Hamburg Walking Tour
- One-way rail ticket from Hamburg to Berlin (standard class)
- 2 nights in Berlin at the Maritim Pro Arte Hotel, or similar
- Berlin hop-on/hop-off city tour
- One-way rail ticket from Berlin to Dresden (standard class)
- 1 night in Dresden at the Maritim Hotel Dresden, or similar
- Private Dresden Walking Tour
- One-way rail ticket from Dresden to Frankfurt (standard class)
- 1 night in Frankfurt at the Movenpick Hotel Frankfurt, or similar
- Breakfast daily
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Sit back and relax as a private chauffeur shows you through the highlights of Frankfurt.
- Explore Dresden, Hamburg, and Cologne on walking tours lead by a private guide to show you the ins and outs of the city!
-
Experience Berlin at your own pace with a Hop-On/Hop-Off bus pass.
-
Enjoy strolls along the Elbe River and down the sinful mile, and visits to historic buildings like the Dresden Opera House and Paulus Church.
-
Indulge in the hearty cuisine of Germany by sinking your teeth into schnitzel, a variety of wursts, and a jelly-filled German doughnut or berliner (or pfannkuchen in Berlin).
Explore amazing and beautiful cities throughout Germany by train! Take the rail from one city to the next, and even spend a few nights in the capital.
Begin in Frankfurt, where you'll get to explore with a private chauffeur, and of course indulge in the gay nightlife that is prevalent throughout much of Germany. From there you'll travel to Cologne and Hamburg, both of which also include private walking tours. Seek out the best pints in the areas, and be sure to capture some of your trip in a photo if you aren't too busy having fun.
From Hamburg you'll travel to Berlin, where the gay community is not only thriving, but celebrated. From clubs and bars to saunas, Berlin offers wonderful opportunities to connect with the local life in between visiting all of its iconic sights. You may also want to seek out biergartens and indulge in a pretzel with real German mustard. Then, you'll get to travel to one of Germany's prettiest cities.
Arrive in Dresden and enjoy another walking tour to introduce the city's sights to you! Explore its lovely streets with your guide, and branch out from there to enjoy the life of the city. Return to Frankfurt before catching your flight home.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Germany!
Welcome to the charming city of Frankfurt! Check into your hotel and get orientated throughout the city with a chauffeur and guide. Tour the city's sights, including the Old Opera and the Paulus Church, and much more.
Once you've seen the city, you get to pick what you'd like to revisit, or seek out something new! Those looking for some nightlife might want to head down to Zum Schwejk, a bar known as the first gay institution which has been in business for over 25 years!
A Tip For Your Trip: If your flight arrives too late to take the city tour on day 1, don't worry! It will simply be scheduled for day 7 instead.
Transfer to hotel
Check-in - Movenpick Frankfurt City Hotel
Private City Tour of Frankfurt with Tourism Driver
Watch the city slide by as your private chauffeur takes you through the beautiful streets of Frankfurt. Visit amazing historical sights like the beautifully restored Romberberg sitting prettily on the shore of the Main River. You'll also get to visit some of the city's museums, the elegant Goethestrasse Street, the charming Fressgass alley, and the old Opera house. You can enjoy beautiful views of the city from the Hauptwache, visit the former residence of the Goethe, and Paulus Church as well!
Day 2. Frankfurt - Cologne
Hop aboard your train and let it whisk you away to the city of Cologne, a city of High Gothic architecture that sprawls along the Rhine River. Follow your private guide through its streets as they show you around the city!
On your downtime, you could enjoy a quiet afternoon at Ruhrpott, a unique cafe and cocktail bar sitting in the heart of Cologne's gay district. Just be sure you've rested up for your travels tomorrow!
Transfer to Frankfurt train station
Train to Cologne!
Transfer to Cologne hotel
Check-in - Hotel Maritim
Overlooking the Rhine River in central Cologne with a stunning glass roof, the Hotel Maritim offers 4-stars of excellence and even better views. Guests can enjoy boutiques and shops, restaurants, bars and eateries, an indoor swimming pool, a spa, and a gym. A full buffet breakfast is available every morning in the Rotisserie, the restaurant under the glass ceiling, or stop in at any of the other restaurants or cafes for local and international cuisine or a cozy cup of coffee. Guests can also lounge in the Kolsche Stuff pub or Piano Bar with a drink.
Rooms are furnished with warm colors and include a desk, a safe, a satellite TV, ironing facilities, a minibar, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Guests can easily access the city from the Deutzer Bruck Bridge, which the hotel is located at. A 10-minute walk will bring you to Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Main Station, while the Lanxess Area is a little over a half mile away. The Kolnmesse Exhibition Center is a little over a mile away, and the area surrounding the hotel is a wonderful place for travelers looking for cuisine, plenty of shopping, and Christmas Markets in the winter.
Walking City Tour of Cologne
From wandering along beneath Gothic spirals topping a cathedral to strolling along the Rhine River, enjoy experiencing Cologne on your walking tour, with a private guide showing you the way. Take 2 hours to explore the 4th largest city in Germany and indulge in the rich art and history of the city. Stop by the Gothic Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, traverse charming museums, pick out the many artistic treasures throughout the city, and let the culture in the air wash over you.
Day 3. Cologne - Hamburg
Today you'll get to explore the sinful mile, or the St. Pauli district of Hamburg. Drop your bags at your hotel, and explore the city with your guide pointing out all of the best local hot spots.
To get a real taste of the local life in Hamburg, you may want to stop in at Extratour for a party with a younger crowd, or M&V for more of a mix, in both crowds and music.
Transfer to Cologne train station
Train to Hamburg!
Transfer to Hamburg hotel
Check-in - Arcotel Rubin
Boasting a red theme throughout after its namesake, the Arcotel Rubin is a 4-star stay with 5-star feeling. Offering free Wi-Fi, a free spa, 2 saunas, a stylish restaurant offering regional and vegan cuisine and bakery items, a bar specializing in rare international gins, a steam room, a gym, a rooftop terrace and only 1,650 feet away from Hamburg Central Station, the hotel makes for an excellent starting point to explore the beauty nearby.
Rooms offer leather furnishings, cordless phones, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, a safe, ironing facilities, a minibar, and private bathrooms including a hairdryer. Shops and cafes can be reached in 5 minutes on foot, and just 5 minutes more will deliver you to the lovely Außenalster Lake.
Hamburg Walking Tour (2 hours)
Arrive in Hamburg and enjoy exploring the city for 2 hours, with your private guide leading you on foot through the historic streets. Explore the largest historical warehouse region in the world, stand before the Baroque church "Michel" St. Michaelis, the Alster, and the district of St. Pauli, known as the sinful mile.
Day 4. Hamburg - Berlin
All aboard for Berlin, and let the fun begin! Check out the capital's amazing shopping districts and historical landmarks, cozy cafes and exciting bars. Pop by Tom's Berlin if you're looking to party, or stop in at Saint Jean for a low key night out. You could also indulge in a trip to a gay sauna, which is practically a must if you're staying in Berlin.
Transfer to Hamburg rail station
Train to Berlin!
Transfer to Berlin hotel
Check-in - Maritim Hotel proArte
After shopping along the bustling Friedrichstrasse, step into your superior Maritim Hotel proArte, which is just a thousand feet from the underground station. Italian-style furnishings cover the rooms and hotel, and a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, fitness room, massages, beauty treatments, 2 restaurants, and a bistro are available for all guests to indulge in.
Spacious rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, a laptop safe, free Wi-fi, and a private bathroom. Guests can easily walk to the Unter den Linden Boulevard featuring the Brandenburg Gate just 350 feet away, and the UNESCO Museum Island is a mere 10-minute walk from the hotel as well.
Day 5. Berlin
Take the day to discover the city at your own pace. Explore all of Berlin and start, stop, or finish at any of the 18 stops available to you! Or you could stay on the bus and complete the entire city tour in 2 hours.
Indulge in the local fare like spatzle, a German take on pasta which is smothered in cheese, or eisben, the widely popular pork knuckle dish.
Berlin Hop-on/Hop-off City Tour (24-hours)
Day 6. Berlin - Dresden
Catch your train from the capital to one of the most beautiful cities in Germany: Dresden. Once you've dropped off your bags, explore the city with your guide! Bring your camera and be sure to snap plenty of photos!
If rainclouds roll in and you've got the time to find it, seek out the Regenwasserspiel, a building supporting a draining system that turns into a musical instrument when it rains!
Transfer to Berlin rail station
Train to Dresden!
Transfer to Dresden hotel
Check-in - Maritim Hotel Dresden
Just steps away from the Semper Opera House sitting in the city center, the Maritim Hotel Dresden rests near Dresden's historic Old Town district. Its lavish accommodations include a swimming pool, a view from the terrace over the River Elbe, a modern spa area, sauna and steam room, massage services, a beauty salon, a bar with live music daily, and a restaurant that offers up international and regional dishes.
Elegant, spacious rooms come equipped with a minibar, a TV, air conditioning, a safe, a laptop charger, and free Wi-Fi for guests throughout the whole hotel.
Dresden Walking Tour (2 hours)
Explore the stunning city of Dresden for 2 hours on a private tour with a guide that will lead you through some highlights found along its streets. Stand before the beautiful and recently restored Frauenkirche church, snap photos in front of the amazing Imperial Zwinger Palace, visit the famous Dresden Opera House, go for a comfortable stroll along the Elbe River, and more! Take the time to enjoy one of the most beautiful cities in Germany.
Day 7. Dresden - Frankfurt
Take your last train to return to Frankfurt where you'll have time to revisit favorite spots or check out anything you might have missed!
Transfer to Dresden rail station
Train to Frankfurt!
Transfer to Frankfurt hotel
Check-in - Movenpick Frankfurt City Hotel
Day 8. Depart Germany
Pack away your souvenirs, meet your transfer to the airport, and say auf wiedersehen to Germany!
Transfer to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Fly home!
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