Munich
This tour covers the early rise of Nazi power in Munich and offers a fascinating insight into the area’s role during World War II. Perfect as a two-centre tour with Nuremberg.
PLACES TO VISIT
Konigsplatz
The site of the old Nazi Party headquarters and a rally site flanked by the Fuhrerbau.
Odeonsplatz
This central square is flanked by the Feldherrnhalle and was the scene of a confrontation between the Bavarian State Police and an illegally-organised march by Hitler’s followers.
Obersalzberg
The location of Adolf Hitler’s beloved mountain residence, the Berghof, and the bus depot which transports tourists to the nearby Kehlsteinhaus, also known as the Eagle’s Nest.
Dachau
A Nazi German concentration camp, the first to open in Germany.
Itinerary Example
4-Day Munich Express: Bavarian Culture & History (Flight Option)
Designed for your organisation groups seeking a fast, high-impact flight itinerary exploring Bavaria’s capital. This tour balances Third Reich history, world-class science and art, and rich Bavarian cultural heritage.
Day 1: UK Flight to Munich & Central Orientation (Arrival & Culture)
Day 1
Morning: Fly from your local UK airport to Munich Airport. Transfer by private coach to your accommodation.
Afternoon: Check in, unpack, and stretch your legs with an orientation walk around historic Marienplatz to see the famous Glockenspiel clock tower.
Evening: Group dinner in central Munich followed by an evening walk through the illuminated historic city centre.
Day 2: Guided Munich City Tour, History & Cultural Museums (Third Reich & Art)
Day 2
Morning: Depart after breakfast for a private 4 hour guided walking tour detailing Munich's history, covering the Residenz Palace, Odeonsplatz, and the origins of the Nazi Party.
Afternoon: Visit the Deutsches Museum (one of the world's largest science and technology museums) or the Pinakothek art galleries for subject-specific visual research.
Evening: Group dinner at a traditional Bavarian hall or central restaurant.
Day 3: Dachau Memorial & BMW Museum or Olympic Park (Remembrance & STEM)
Day 3
Morning: Take a short journey to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site for a solemn, educational guided tour examining Holocaust history and remembrance.
Afternoon: Return to Munich to explore the Olympic Park (site of the 1972 Summer Olympics) and the modern BMW Museum for industrial design and STEM insights.
Evening: Hot group meal at your accommodation centre followed by a team reflection session or dine out in local restaurant.
Day 4: English Garden Walk & Return Flight (Homeward Journey)
Day 4
Morning: Check out after breakfast. Enjoy a walk through the English Garden (Englischer Garten) to observe urban geography and surf culture on the Eisbach River.
Afternoon: Transfer by private coach to Munich Airport for your return flight back to the UK.
6-Day Combined Munich & Nuremberg: Rise & Fall of the Third Reich (Coach Option)
A comprehensive history and political studies itinerary examining key 20th-century events from the Beer Hall Putsch in Munich to the Nazi Party Rallies and War Trials in Nuremberg.
Day 1: Journey to the Coast & Overnight Travel (Outward Journey)
Day 1
Morning/Afternoon: Depart your organisation by executive coach for your ferry or Eurotunnel crossing to Calais or Dunkirk.
Evening/Night: Board the coach for comfortable overnight travel across France, Belgium, and Germany toward Bavaria.
Day 2: Arrival in Munich, Group Lunch & Historic Walking Tour (Bavarian Capital)
Day 2
Late Morning: Arrive in Munich and head directly to your accommodation centre for a welcoming group lunch.
Afternoon: Enjoy a 4 hour guided walking tour of central Munich using public transport, focusing on historic architecture, Marienplatz, and 1920s Weimar political history.
Evening: Group dinner at the accommodation centre followed by an early night to rest after travel.
Day 3: Full Day Munich Sightseeing & Science Exploration (History & STEM)
Day 3
Morning: Use your dedicated coach for a full day of sightseeing, visiting the Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism (NS-Dokumentationszentrum).
Afternoon: Visit the sprawling Deutsches Museum or take a scenic coach trip to view Nymphenburg Palace.
Evening: Group dinner in central Munich followed by an evening debrief session.
Day 4: Dachau Memorial, Transfer to Nuremberg & Castle Walk (20th Century History)
Day 4
Morning: Depart Munich by coach to visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, studying the history of the early Nazi camp system.
Afternoon: Continue north to Nuremberg. Check into your hotel and take an introductory walking tour up to the medieval Nuremberg Castle (Kaiserburg).
Evening: Hot group dinner in Nuremberg old town.
Day 5: Nuremberg Party Rally Grounds, Courtroom 600 & Overnight Drive (Nazi Propaganda & Justice)
Day 5
Morning: Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Nazi Party Rally Grounds (Reichsparteitagsgelände) and the Documentation Centre to study propaganda methods.
Afternoon: Visit Courtroom 600 at the Palace of Justice, where the historic Nuremberg Trials took place following WWII. Free time for shopping and exploring.
Evening: Enjoy a hot group meal in Nuremberg before boarding your coach for the overnight drive back to cross-channel ports.
Day 6: Channel Crossing & Homeward Journey (Return to your organisation)
Day 6
Morning: Arrive at Calais or Dunkirk for your morning channel crossing back to the UK.
Afternoon: Complete the return drive back to your organisation, arriving with deep historical insights and reflections.
Optional En Route Visits & Extensions
Depending on your your organisation's location, syllabus, and travel schedule, popular add on stops for Bavarian routes include:
Neuschwanstein Castle: Explore the fairytale 19th-century palace built by King Ludwig II in the Bavarian Alps.
Memorium Nuremberg Trials: A specialized educational center focused on modern international law and human rights.
Allianz Arena Stadium Tour: A fantastic sports management and modern engineering stop for PE and Business groups.
Note on Flight Schedules: Available visit time on Day 1 and Day 4 of the flight itinerary depends on airline timetables and airport transfer schedules.
PLACES TO STAY
Meininger City Hotel
The MEININGER Hotel München Zentrum is a budget-friendly hybrid hotel/hostel located near the city center (Landsberger Straße 20b). It offers private rooms, family rooms, and dormitory beds, featuring a 24-hour front desk, guest kitchen, laundry facilities, and free WiFi, making it popular for groups and families.
A&O Munchen
Choice of three hotels.
• Students in 2-6 bedded en suite rooms
• Staff in twin en suite rooms
• Internet and games room
• Staff lounge