Premium Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof VIP Tour from Munich
Description
Get ready for a royal adventure like no other on this exclusive VIP tour! Discover the world-famous Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castles, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, in a small and intimate group of just 28 guests. Enjoy personalized service aboard a luxurious, air-conditioned coach — sit back, relax, and make the most of complimentary snacks, drinks, and free Wi-Fi along the way. With our Skip-the-Line access, you’ll dive straight into the magic of King Ludwig II’s fairytale world — no waiting, no hassle. Entrance fees for both castles are already included! After exploring Neuschwanstein, the highlight of the day awaits: a leisurely walk to Marienbrücke Bridge, where breathtaking panoramic views of the castle and the Bavarian Alps unfold before your eyes. It’s the perfect spot for unforgettable photos and memories that will last a lifetime!
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Itinerary
Meet at 08:10AM house number Karlsplatz 21/Stachus next to the Buddy hotel. Departure 08:30AM from Munich and head towards the municipality of Schwangau, near the village of Hohenschwangau
Around 10:00AM -Arrival in Neuschwanstein.
You can reach the castle either on foot (about 30–40 minutes uphill walk) or by shuttle Bus(subject to weather conditions). Explore King Ludwig II’s iconic fairy-tale castle and learn about its fascinating history and architecture.
Recommended Sight: Marienbrücke (Mary’s Bridge- Closed during winter months) – Offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Neuschwanstein Castle, the Pöllat Waterfall, and the surrounding Bavarian Alps. This iconic view provides the perfect opportunity for unforgettable photos. Free time after the tour to make shopping and Enjoy lunch at your own leisure.
After lunch, we will make a short stop of approximately 30 minutes in the charming village of Oberammergau. You’ll have time to stroll through its picturesque streets and browse for beautiful souvenirs. Oberammergau is world-famous for its Passion Play, performed every ten years. This remarkable production dramatizes the last five days of Jesus Christ’s life and attracts visitors from all over the world. Please note that Oberammergau cannot be accessed from early December to the end of March due to weather conditions.
Around 15:45PM- Arrival to Linderhof Castle is a must-see due to its historical importance, magnificent architecture, beautiful interiors, and stunning gardens. Since 2025 the castle Linderhof is UNESCO World Heritage You’ll need about 10 minutes to reach the castle, either by walking. Around 16:10PM-Beguin the Guided tour of castle Linderhof starts duration around 25 min. Take your time strolling through the gardens and taking photos. After visiting departure from Linderhof to Munich and return around 19:00PM at Karlsplatz 21, Munich.
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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
- You are responsible for coming on time to the meeting points
- Tour only in English
- Oberammergau may not be accessible from early December to the end of March due to weather conditions
- In Winter, the opening of the Marienbrücke bridge depends on weather conditions and the castle administration.
- During the colder months, we first visit Linderhof Palace in the morning, followed by Neuschwanstein Castle in the afternoon.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved to reach the castles and inside Neuschwanstein there is approx. 350 steps
- In order to use the lift at Neuschwanstein, guests are required to contact the castle directly.
Reviews(2,823)
The castle and the palace were fantastic. Our driver and guide were wonderful. It is a very rushed 10.5 hours though and if you hit traffic or people are late back to the bus it is really rushed. They should discontinue the interim stop at the small village as there is both much there at all and it takes away time from the palace at the end of the tour.
What a great experience. The bus was great with the upgraded seats and tons of leg room. Plus A/C and toilet! That alone was worth it. There were lots of free snacks, great service, and even beer. VIP for sure. The one c-up was that we were constantly racing to get to everything. Boy did we see everything, which is great but we did not get to savor it! So if you want to see it all this is for you. If you want a leisurely day, maybe not. The little town between castles was so cute but we only got 20 minutes there. I would have rather moved on to the next castle and spent the time walking the gardens. We did not get to see them at all due to time crunch.
Superb day trip from Munich. Really well organised to minimise the crowds. Friendly and knowledgeable guide (Sven) and very efficient driver who doubled up as host of snacks and drinks in the breaks. Worth arriving early as if everyone arrives by 8.15 they can leave early to reduce the waiting in crowds at Neuschwanstein. Take some cash for the shuttle bus up to the castle. If your budget allows it I’d strongly recommend this trip to some fascinating places!
An amazing day, loved Sven and Sarkasas our guide and awesome bus driver. Very informative and friendly. The tour was amazing take Sven’s advice and you will have a great day. Loved it all the way from Australia
It was great knowing everything was taken care of. Monika told us everything we needed to know and our driver was superb. The coffee and snacks were great!!
The guide was extremely good. He was very knowledgeable and took extra care with me as I'm handicapped
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted that you had such a positive experience and especially appreciated the knowledge and attentive support of our guide. It is wonderful to hear that he took extra care to make the day as comfortable and enjoyable as possible for you. We will gladly pass your kind words on to him!
Excellent tour definitely worth the money especially the coach facilities. Nav & driver were excellent
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted that you found the Premium Tour well worth the price and especially enjoyed the comfort and facilities of our coach. It is also great to hear that Nav and our driver made such a positive impression. We will gladly pass your kind words on to them!
Very good guide and experience
Thank you very much for your kind review! We are delighted that you enjoyed the Premium Tour and had such a positive experience with our guide. We hope your visit to the beautiful Bavarian castles left you with wonderful memories!
Great day. Well spaced out. Stephen was a great guide. Very knowledgeable and kept things entertaining.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted that you enjoyed the Premium Tour and found the itinerary well paced. It is especially great to hear that Stephen combined his knowledge with an entertaining approach throughout the day. We will gladly pass your kind words on to him!
This day trip offers too much attractions for not much time, and we had to choose in the end what to do. Was able to go to Neuschwanstein castle, but when I tried to go to Marienbrücke, it was crowded and was time to leave. Frustrating… visits are scheduled, and there was not much time for breaks. We had to pay for the bus to take us uphills, or go walking. Could be included… The second stop in Oberammergau was fast… we had 45 mins to explore the village and have an ice cream in the village. Then the second castle we spent like 1 hour there and had to return…when I saw it was a ViP trip, expected more for the price we paid. Also, expected the guide with us, returning to bus from attractions, as it was far from the bus, but she just accompanied us to the entrance, and left us behind…
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We are sorry that the pace of the tour did not fully meet your expectations. The itinerary combines several of Bavaria’s major highlights in one day and is carefully coordinated around fixed admission times at Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. Especially during the peak summer season, Marienbrücke can become extremely crowded, and unfortunately these waiting times are outside our control. The shuttle bus at Neuschwanstein is a separate local service and is therefore not included in the tour price. Guests may choose between using the shuttle or walking uphill. The Premium Tour includes benefits such as a smaller group, a premium coach, refreshments and additional service on board, but the visits to the castles and designated free-time portions are not continuously accompanied by our guide. Our guides provide the necessary information, orientation and meeting points before guests explore these areas independently. We understand that you would have preferred more time at the individual locations. However, extending one stop would inevitably reduce the time available at another and could affect the fixed admission times for the entire group. We appreciate your feedback and are sorry that the format of the tour did not fully match your expectations of the Premium experience.
