VIP Daytrip Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Grotto from Munich





Description
Discover the sights of Linderhof and Neuschwanstein. Our comfortable coach will take you with a smaller group to the castles of Linderhof and Neuschwanstein. The whole tour will be headed by a professional English-speaking guide who will give you an interesting castle tour. Afterwards, you will be granted ample time to discover the beauties of the castle grounds and the breathtaking scenery. Our ongoing trip will then bring you to Hohenschwangau providing you the opportunity to enjoy lunch and visit the fabulous castle of Neuschwanstein. During the ride you may choose from a variety of drinks, and some snacks are included in the package as well. Of course, our knowledgeable tour guide is ready to assist and answer your questions throughout the tour. Entrance fees included!
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Itinerary
We’ll meet at 8:45 a.m. at Sonnenstrasse 1, 80331 Munich. There you’ll find a tour bus marked “Mentor Reisen,” and our friendly driver and guide will welcome you as you check in. We’ll depart at 9:00 a.m. and drive past several Munich landmarks (which the guide will explain) on our way to the grounds of Linderhof Palace and the Venus Grotto. From 1st May we depart at 8:30 am and meet at 8:15 am!
You will arrive at Linderhof Palace parking lot around 10 a.m. After the guide picks up the tickets at the ticket center, you will walk together to the Venus Grotto. The path is slightly uphill and takes about 20 minutes. The guided tour of the artificially created grotto with a lake lasts about 15 minutes and is conducted live in English. You will be fascinated by the play of colors and the interior design. After 10 years of authentic restoration, the grotto reopened to visitors in 2025. Attention: Only in summertime available from May 1st until October 15th.
Around 11 a.m., you will leave the grotto and head to Linderhof Palace, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2025. Explore the gardens surrounding the palace on your own and then make your way to the palace entrance. The smallest, fully furnished, palace was built in the 19th century in the French Rococo and Baroque styles. The Palace of Versailles influenced both the architectural style and the gardens. The guided tour takes place live in English at 11:40 a.m. and lasts about 30 minutes. The tour bus departs at 12:30 p.m.
On the route between Linderhof Palace and the village of Hohenschwangau, below Neuschwanstein Castle, lies the artists’ village of Oberammergau. It is known for its facade painting (known as Lüftl-Malerei) and woodcarving. The Passion Plays, which take place there every 10 years, have also become world-famous. They depict the last week of Jesus’ life, from Palm Sunday to Easter. You’ll take a tour of the town by coach, as this allows you to see much more than a brief stop would.
After a drive of about 50 minutes, we arrive in the village of Hohenschwangau. Once the guide has picked up the tickets for the castle at the ticket office, you’ll have some free time. We definitely recommend visiting the Marienbridge. The "Marienbridge" was built in 1845 and still features original elements on its railing. From there, the view of Neuschwanstein Castle is truly unique. You absolutely must take the opportunity to snap a photo from there!
You can reach Neuschwanstein Castle on foot (about a 30-40 minute uphill walk), by shuttle bus/by horse-drawn carriage for a fee. Your guide will provide you with the exact details. The guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle begins shortly after 4:00 PM and lasts approximately 25 minutes with an audio guide. Afterward, please return directly to the tour bus. The return trip to Munich departs at 5:30 PM
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please arrive at the meeting point at about 8:45 am!!! (from May 1st at 8:15 am!)
- You will need cash if you want to use the shuttle bus or horse-drawn carriage.
- Please note: There are over 300 steps to climb at Neuschwanstein Castle!
Reviews(654)
In the description state you need to walk up 150 steps and down 210. Considerable walking in high altitude.
Sabine was great! She made the trip special and she showed her compassion for the Bavarian culture which made it very educational and interesting.
This was a day well spent. We enjoyed the visit to Linderhof and Neuschwanstein very much. It would have been great if golf carts or something similar could have gotten us closer to the castles - especially Neuschwanstein. The Grotto was OK - I appreciated the workmanship that brought it to life 150 years ago. Our tour guide, Sabine, was wonderful - providing much information and keeping us on schedule. She directed us to some great eating establishments and souvenir shops as well. Our driver did a great job keeping us safe on the winding curving roads and kept us supplied with drinks and snacks all day. The pickup location was easy to find. We appreciated the timely pickup and organization as well. Thank you for a great day!
Pretty good, bus ride was smooth and air conditioning was fantastic!
We don’t go on many organized tours when we travel but we really enjoyed this one. Sabine was a wonderful guide that helped make the entire day run smoothly. We had a great time at both castles and felt the addition of the grotto was worth it - it is quite interesting. The bus was extremely comfortable and the variety of drinks and snacks both on the way to the castles and on the return was a nice touch. I would easily recommend this tour to others.
Our tour guide, Sabine was lovely. She was very informative and made sure we all had a wonderful day visiting the castles.
Salina was the best tour guide for the day
Sabine was a great tour guide! The castles are incredible and something to definitely do while in the area
This is a family-owned business, and that shows in every detail. From the moment we signed up with Mentor Reisen, the pre-trip communication was excellent, with clear and thorough instructions that set the tone for what was to come. When we arrived that morning, a welcoming crew greeted us and had us comfortably loaded onto an air-conditioned bus within minutes, complete with breakfast drinks and snacks. It was a warm and thoughtful start to the day. As it turned out, we had chosen what would become one of the hottest days in Neuschwanstein's history, but you wouldn't have known it from our guide Elof's energy. He stayed one step ahead of the heat the entire day, offering spot-on recommendations at all three locations: the best shops, restaurants, ice cream stops, and even hidden natural gems that most visitors never find. His suggestions didn't just help us survive the heat, they made the trip genuinely memorable. Beyond the practical tips, Elof's storytelling was outstanding. His commentary was timely, well-researched, and captivating throughout. He clearly loves what he does, and that enthusiasm is contagious. Our bus driver was equally attentive between stops, and the scenic drives themselves were a highlight. At one of our stops we crossed paths with other groups from the same company, and the warmth and helpfulness of the entire Mentor Reise team was consistent across the board. After a long, hot, wonderful day, we were welcomed back onto the bus with cold drinks and salty snacks, a small touch, but exactly what we needed. If you're considering a tour, don't hesitate. Book with Mentor Reisen and ask for Elof. You won't regret it.
We are really happy to know you had a great trip and enjoyed the day with our guide Elof, our staff is giveing their best to give you the best experience possible! And we are really delighted you had a great trip eventhough it was very hot outside! We hope you took some great photos and will remember the tour for a long time! Thank you very much for takeing the time to write your review!
Elof is an exceptional guide, very informative, very friendly and made sure everyone in the group was where they should be when they should be. Gave recommendations on restaurants in the area.
We are glad you came along with our guide Elof he really is great! Thank you for your review!



