Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Day Tour from Munich
Description
Join us on an unforgettable journey through the Bavarian mountains, where King Ludwig II's dream castles, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof magnificient UNESCO World Heritage. This tour from Munich will take you to these two extraordinary castles, allowing you to experience Bavaria's grandeur and picturesque mountain scenery in one magical day. Thanks to our "Skip-the-Line" service, you'll avoid queing at ticket offices, giving you more time to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of King Ludwig II. The tour begins with a visit to Linderhof Palace, where you will discover the secrets of King Ludwig II's hidden life. After exploring the opulent palace, a scenic drive takes you through Oberammergau without stop (Classic & VIP Tour Option only). You then arrive at Hohenschwangau, where King Ludwig ll spend most of his childhood. Our final stop is Neuschwanstein Castle. Here you can admire one of Germany's most emblematic and impressive monuments.
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Itinerary
Departing from Karlplatz 21 /Stachus at 08:30AM. Your first stop will be the stunning Linderhof Palace (UNESCO World Heritage) , arriving around 10:00 AM (not part of the late departure edition tour). The smallest of King Ludwig II's three royal castles, Linderhof was originally built as a hunting lodge in the 19th century. Designed in the elegant French Rococo style, the castle features a Moorish pavilion, which you can explore during your one-hour stay. You’ll also have the option to join a guided tour of the castle’s exquisite interior, where you’ll experience the luxurious chambers and intricate design of the palace. The guided tour lasts about 25 minutes. After the tour, take time to enjoy the impressive castle gardens. Stroll through the beautiful grounds and capture stunning photos of the castle and its surroundings.
A picturesque bus ride without stop through the quaint alpine village of Oberammergau unfolds like a dream. With every turn, the journey resembles a living postcard, peaceful and serene at every glance.
Enjoy this beautiful viewpoint, located within walking distance of the castle. Please be mindful of the castle’s admission times (visits are optional, and schedules may change). During winter, access to the Marienbrücke Bridge depends on weather conditions and decisions made by the castle administration.
Approx. 1:15 PM: Arrive in the Neuschwanstein Castle area for the eagerly awaited highlight of your tour. Your guide will provide the entrance tickets before you set off to discover the magical world of King Ludwig II. During your 3–3.5-hour stay, enjoy free time for lunch, shopping and memorable photos. Allow around 35 minutes to reach the castle on foot or by shuttle bus, which does not operate in snowy conditions. Weather and access permitting, visit Marienbrücke (Mary’s Bridge) for the famous panoramic view of Neuschwanstein and the Bavarian Alps. At approximately 3:45 PM, the moment you have been waiting for arrives: enter the fairy-tale castle and explore its magnificent interiors during a 45-minute guided tour. At around 5:00 PM, depart for the approximately two-hour journey back to Munich—with unforgettable impressions of one of the world’s most famous castles.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castle entrance tickets are reserved for you.
- Please note this tour does not allow time to see the Venus Grotto.
- The coach has a toilet on board
- You are responsible for coming on time to the meeting points
- luggage storage available in the bus
- Audio Guide is subject to availability (German, Mandarin, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, French, Spanish) only for Classic Tour
- Scenic drive through of Oberammergau
- A moderate amount of walking is involved to reach the castles and inside the castle there is approx. 350 steps
- People with disabilities may reserve the elevator in the castle Neuschwanstein. Please contact the castle directly.
Reviews(7,518)
I have been choosing amongst many other trips on offer and have picked this particular tour because it had Russian language listed. I did it for my 80-year old mum that I organised this trip for. Unfortunately, there were no Russian language guide or audio in either of the Castles. In one of the we were handed a poorly translated (as it was done 10 years ago when first google translate was introduced) few lines of some general knowledge, perhaps 10 per cent of what was told by a Guide so I had to translate everything to mum. This deliberate lie - the Russian language was confirmed and promissed before the payment took place - really spoilt the impression. Its a shame as Dmitry, out guide was excellent - knowledgeable and attentive, bus - new and clean and driver - polite and professional. So the company that mislead us gets “poor” rating while the Guide (Dmitry), bus and driver all were superb.
The guidelines was very good and we had enough time for visitors.
A great way to see Ludwig's castles in a day from Munich. Takes out all the hassle so you can focus on enjoying these marvellous pieces of architecture. Only complaint is that we didn't have more time at Linderhof as I would've liked to have seen the Grotto. Also, be aware that there is no time to tour Hohenschwangau either. Our guide Jay did a fantastic job explaining the history and was always willing to help or answer questions.
Thank you very much for your detailed review! We are delighted that you enjoyed discovering King Ludwig II’s castles and appreciated the convenience of having the day organized for you. As the itinerary covers several highlights within one day, the time at each location is carefully scheduled, and unfortunately it is not possible to include every attraction in the area. We certainly understand wishing for more time at beautiful Linderhof. It is especially great to hear that Jay’s historical insights and helpful guidance added so much to your experience, and we will gladly pass your compliments on to him!
Wonderful day. Visited 2 castles. Eva our guide, was a great guide, available at every stop, knowledgeable, helpful and informative. The day is long. There is a lot of walking , but the views are beautiful and breathtaking. The castle tours informative and interesting.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your day exploring both castles and the breathtaking scenery along the way. It is especially great to hear that Eva was always available when needed and made the experience even more enjoyable with her knowledgeable and helpful guidance. We will gladly pass your kind words on to her!
What a wonderful tour! Our guide Monika and driver Andy were great! Very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. I just wish we had more time in the town we stopped in. Beautiful!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated Monika’s knowledgeable guidance and Andy’s great service throughout the day. We completely understand wishing for a little more time in beautiful Oberammergau — there is certainly plenty to discover! We will gladly pass your kind words on to Monika and Andy.
Favina was our guide on this trip. Mr. Cinda was our driver. Both of them were so very polite and helpful. Favina is extremely knowledgeable and seemed to love answering our questions. They were both very patient and kind to all of us.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted that you enjoyed learning about King Ludwig II and had such a positive experience with your guide and driver. It is wonderful to hear that their knowledge, patience, kindness, and willingness to answer questions made the day even more enjoyable. We will gladly pass your kind words on to both of them!
We had a great time seeing all these beautiful places and learning all of the history behind them! Would highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We are delighted that you had such a great time exploring the beautiful sights and learning more about their fascinating history. We hope you took home many unforgettable memories from your day in Bavaria!
Travelers should be aware that visiting Neuschwanstein in the first half of August means dealing with very heavy mass tourism. This is not a problem specific to this tour, but rather to the destination itself at this time of year. Regarding this particular tour, what I found disappointing was the handling of the castle entrance fees. We were charged €42 per person for the tickets to both castles, while the tickets we received showed that the actual cost to the tour operator was €30 per person: €10 for Linderhof and €20 for Neuschwanstein. A €12 per person margin just for managing the tickets feels excessive and, in my opinion, should be made clearer in advance.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We understand that the high visitor numbers at Neuschwanstein during the peak summer season can affect the overall experience, although this is unfortunately beyond our control. Regarding the castle admissions, we would like to clarify that the difference between the face value printed on the tickets and the amount charged is primarily due to the mandatory reservation fees imposed on us by the castle administration for securing the required timed group admissions in advance. It is therefore not simply a margin added by the tour operator. We understand that the different amounts shown on the admission tickets can cause confusion and appreciate the opportunity to clarify this point. We are nevertheless glad that you found the castles themselves beautiful and hope they remain a memorable part of your visit to Bavaria.
Overall it was good. However, it is suggested that we should get more information about the time limitation of going onto the bridge to view the whole castle.
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad that you enjoyed the tour overall. We appreciate your suggestion regarding clearer information about the time needed to visit Marienbrücke and enjoy the famous view of Neuschwanstein Castle. Especially during busy periods, waiting times and access to the bridge can vary considerably, so good time planning is important. Thank you for bringing this point to our attention.
Jennifer helped everyone wonderfully with needed information, historical facts, and guiding the pack to all the gorgeous places around Lindenholf and Neuschwanstein castles. Ample time to cover all of them, including a small hike, it's a personal hiking effort though and not by the tour guide, not easy though, but the views of the Neuschwanstein castle with lake around is worth it. It is tough though, to bear in mind. If not the hike, highly recommended for the castle tours.
Thank you very much for your detailed review and recommendation! We are delighted that Jennifer took such good care of everyone and enriched the day with helpful information and historical insights. You are absolutely right that exploring the area around Neuschwanstein can involve some demanding walking, but the spectacular views certainly make the effort worthwhile for those who choose to do it. We will gladly pass your kind words on to Jennifer!
