Neuschwanstein Castle Late Start Tour from Munich
Description
Discover the fairytale world of King Ludwig II on this full-day excursion from Munich to the Bavarian Alps. Travel comfortably by coach to the picturesque village of Hohenschwangau, home to two of Germany’s most iconic castles: Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. With a later departure at 9:30 AM, this tour offers a relaxed start to your day while still allowing ample time to explore the royal highlights. Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, the world-famous inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle. Just below lies Hohenschwangau Castle, the childhood residence of King Ludwig II. Guests have the opportunity to tour the castle and learn about the fascinating history of the Bavarian royal family. A true highlight of the day is the Marienbrücke (Mary’s Bridge), where you can enjoy the most famous panoramic view of Neuschwanstein Castle set against dramatic mountain landscapes. This tour is ideal for guests who want to fully experience both castles.
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Itinerary
Explore the historic Hohenschwangau Castle which holds centuries of intriguing tales and Bavarian heritage within its walls, before you make your 2 hour return to Munich.
During your free time, you may visit the breathtaking Marienbrücke (subject to weather conditions), where you can capture postcard-worthy views of Neuschwanstein Castle from a unique vantage point. Please keep in mind, the walk to Marienbrücke takes about 45 minutes.
Enjoy the chance to explore one of Germany’s most iconic landmarks and immerse yourself in the fairy-tale world of King Ludwig II a magnificient UNESCO World Heritage. During your time here, you'll have free time for lunch, shopping, or taking pictures.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total duration of the tour includes travel and lunch time
Reviews(13)
A wonderful experience. We had a great guide in Deyse and a pleasant, courteous and safe driver in Senna. We saw 2 beautiful castles and walk through a nice town. Deyse was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. A tour worth taking, but you must ask for Deyse. She is amazing
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience and that both Deyse and Senad helped make the day memorable. It’s especially great to know that you enjoyed the castles, the charming Bavarian town, and Deyse’s knowledgeable and engaging guidance throughout the tour. We’re also pleased that Senad’s safe and courteous driving contributed to a comfortable and relaxing journey. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. We’ll be happy to share your compliments with both Deyse and Senad, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Our day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle was one of the highlights of our visit to Germany. The castle is absolutely stunning, surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery and breathtaking views. Everything was well organized, making the day enjoyable and stress-free. A special thank you to our tour guide (Felicia) who was friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about sharing the history and stories behind the castle and the surrounding area. Their enthusiasm and helpfulness made the experience even more enjoyable. We would also like to recognize our bus driver for providing a safe, comfortable, and smooth journey throughout the day. Their professionalism and excellent driving allowed us to relax and fully enjoy the trip. Overall, this was a fantastic excursion with great service from start to finish. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Munich and looking to experience the beauty and history of Neuschwanstein Castle.
Thank you very much for your wonderful and detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that your visit to Neuschwanstein Castle was one of the highlights of your trip to Germany. It’s especially great to know that Felicia’s knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion for the history of the region helped make the experience even more memorable. We’re also pleased that our driver provided a safe, comfortable, and relaxing journey, allowing you to fully enjoy the spectacular scenery and the day’s experiences. Thank you again for your recommendation and your kind words. We’ll be happy to share your compliments with both Felicia and the driver. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Very punctual and wonderful reclining seats with lots of legroom. These idiots at vallieta want me to enter more characters or they will not accept my review
Thank you very much for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the comfort of the coach, especially the spacious reclining seats and generous legroom, and that the tour operated punctually. We also had a smile reading the second part of your review — it seems the review platform sometimes has its own requirements! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience despite that challenge. Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Great day trip from Munich. Using a tour operator just simplified every step of the process - booking, travel, guide, ticketing, etc. Dayse was a perfect guide! Personable, knowledgeable, engaging, and funny! Highly recommend this trip. Do be aware - castle entry tickets are an extra charge.
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the tour helped simplify the entire experience, from booking and transportation to ticketing and the castle visits. It’s especially great to know that Deyse’s knowledge, humor, and engaging personality helped make the day so memorable for you. We also appreciate you highlighting the ticket information for future travelers, as castle entrance tickets are clearly listed separately in the tour inclusions and booking details where applicable. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Great late start tour. Hanae was a great guide - very sweet, patient, organized and knowledgeable. And our driver was great (very safe)! I appreciated the tour itself of the two castles. I was a bit hot after the hike up so if it’s warm out and you don’t want to get sweaty take the shuttle!
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Late Start Tour and that Hanae’s friendly, organized, and knowledgeable guidance helped make the experience so enjoyable for you. It’s also great to know that you appreciated the safe driving and the visits to both castles. Thank you as well for sharing the helpful tip regarding the shuttle for future travelers on warmer days. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
We could not have asked for a better tour to the castles. Monika was AMAZING!!! Provided us with so much historical information. The late tour was perfect and they need to offer this more. This tour is a must if you want to visit the castles. Plenty of time to see both castles, enjoy lunch, and see the town. Not rushed at all. Thank you!!
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience on the Late Start Tour and that the timing and pacing worked so well for you. It’s especially great to know that Monika’s knowledge and enthusiasm made the day even more memorable. We’re also very happy that you had enough time to fully enjoy both castles, the town, and the overall experience without feeling rushed. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
We booked this tour as a day trip during our week in Munich. I'm so glad we did! Originally I was planning to try and put together seeing Neuschwanstein Castle on my own via the train but I really appreciated having a great guide to give more information and reliable and easy transportation via the bus. Deyse was our guide and she was so knowledgeable and helpful. We started off from the bus pickup at Karlsplatz and then had ~2h drive to the town Hohenschwangau. From there we had a stop to see the lake and then made our way to Hohenschwangau Castle. It was really interesting to learn more about the events preceding the building of Neuschwanstein during the first tour to help set the context for the inspirations and upbringing of Ludwig II. We also got to go up to the bridge, Marienbrücke, which was such a pleasant surprise. I loved the wooded areas surrounding Neuschwanstein and enjoyed walking around before our tour. All in all I would highly recommend this tour!
Thank you very much for your detailed and wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the tour turned out to be such a positive experience and that you enjoyed the convenience of the transportation and the additional historical context provided throughout the day. It’s especially great to know that Deyse helped make the experience informative and enjoyable, and that you appreciated the visits to Hohenschwangau Castle and Marienbrücke as part of the tour. The scenery around Neuschwanstein truly is something special, and we’re happy you had the chance to fully enjoy it. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
This tour was well paced, educational, beautiful and fun. I especially liked Deyse’s clear and well considered interactions. She is a pro at keeping the tour interesting and engaging. Personally, I was very happy to have “free time “ to eat, shop, take care of needs. The Hochenscheangau castle prepared us well for what we would see later in the afternoon at Neuschwanstein because of the King’s childhood spent there, the same guidance methods for touring and the proximity to the larger place, I would highly recommend this experience to anyone. The bus was top rate - very comfortable with drinks available to purchase at a reasonable price. The driver kept safety in mind which is important to me.
Thank you very much for your detailed and wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the pacing of the tour and found the experience both educational and enjoyable. It’s especially great to know that Deyse’s guidance and organization contributed so positively to your day and that you appreciated the balance between guided visits and free time. We’re also pleased that the comfort of the bus and the safe driving added to the overall experience. Thank you again for your recommendation — we truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future.
Hello everyone, I highly recommend this softer and lighter version of the visit to the castles. I say more relaxed because despite the duration is 10.30h the day is faced with tranquility. This thing in my opinion leads to enjoy more the visit that was made perfect by the guide Deyse (super prepared and kind) In short, top day and super top driving Recommended
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed pace of the tour and that Deyse made the experience so enjoyable with her knowledge and kindness. It’s great to know you had such a fantastic day.
Brilliant trip Sven brilliant guide Driver brilliant picked up and dropped off on time. Definitely recommend Brilliant trip to Castle, plenty of time to look round. Sven is definitely the Man Very knowledgeable and probably the best guide we have had.
Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great experience and that Sven made such a strong impression as your guide. It’s wonderful to know that everything ran smoothly and that you had plenty of time to enjoy the visit.
