De camino con un amigo y su lujoso autobús VW
Descripción
un amigo en heidelberg es el nombre apropiado de mi servicio. Las paradas mencionadas en "Itinerario" son posibles destinos de nuestro recorrido. Estaría encantado de organizar un recorrido individual en consulta con usted, que se basa completamente en sus preferencias y deseos. No solo nací en la conocida ciudad histórica de Heidelberg y conozco muy bien la zona, sino que también he vivido y trabajado en los EE. UU., por lo que hablo inglés con fluidez. Estaré encantado de ayudarle a organizar su viaje con antelación.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Heidelberg es solo uno de los muchos destinos posibles, pero en el caso de una gira con "un amigo en Heidelberg" es casi imprescindible. Estoy en casa en Heidelberg y conozco la ciudad y sus alrededores como el dorso de mi mano. Hay que ver el castillo de Heidelberg y el casco histórico de fama mundial. Sin embargo, hay mucho más por descubrir fuera de lo común.
En la montaña del mismo nombre, sobre Neckargemünd, se alza con orgullo el castillo-fortaleza de Dilsberg, uno de los muchos destinos posibles de nuestro viaje. El castillo perteneció a los Condes Palatinos del Rin y cumplía una función militar. Hoy en día, la torre de escaleras situada en las ruinas ofrece una vista fantástica sobre el valle del Neckar y el Odenwald.
Hirschhorn, uno de los muchos posibles destinos de nuestro viaje, también se llama Perla del Valle de Neckar. En el verano de 1878, Mark Twain visitó Hirschhorn y le dedicó un capítulo en su libro "Un vagabundo en el extranjero". Los lugares de interés de Hirschhorn incluyen el castillo medieval y el casco histórico con sus numerosas casas antiguas con entramado de madera. En el camino de regreso hacemos un desvío al festival de montaña Dilsberg. Este castillo de la colina no solo ofrece un ambiente pintoresco, sino que también permite una vista inolvidable del valle del Neckar.
El Castillo de Schwetzingen, uno de los muchos posibles destinos de nuestro viaje, es particularmente digno de ver debido a su jardín del castillo creado en el siglo XVIII.
La catedral de Speyer, uno de los muchos posibles destinos de nuestro viaje, es la iglesia románica más grande de la historia. Aquí están enterrados cuatro emperadores, tres emperadores y reyes de las casas de Habsburgo, Staufen y Nassau. La catedral es el lugar de enterramiento más importante de la Edad Media en suelo alemán.
Deidesheim, uno de los muchos destinos posibles en nuestro viaje, se encuentra en la Ruta del Vino Alemana, una de las rutas turísticas más antiguas de Alemania. A lo largo de este camino encontrarás pueblos pintorescos y bodegas de renombre con excelentes restaurantes.
El casco antiguo de Heppenheim, uno de los muchos posibles destinos de nuestro viaje, se caracteriza por sus antiguas casas con entramado de madera y ofrece un pintoresco centro del casco antiguo. Sorprendentemente, esto se ha establecido como un set de filmación popular para la industria cinematográfica de Bollywood en los últimos años. Vale la pena ver el Starkenburg en la montaña frente al casco antiguo, pero también vale la pena visitarlo.
Rothenburg, uno de los muchos posibles destinos de nuestro viaje, es una vista de fama mundial con un casco antiguo medieval en gran parte conservado. El centro histórico de la ciudad está rodeado por una fortificación de ciudad transitable e incrustado en el paisaje en gran parte subdesarrollado del valle del río del Tauber.
Estrasburgo, uno de los muchos posibles destinos de nuestro viaje, tiene un casco histórico bien conservado, que ha sido Patrimonio de la Humanidad desde 1988. El Liebfrauenmünster, francés "Cathédrale Notre-Dame", con su famoso reloj astronómico es el símbolo de la ciudad. Alrededor del Münster hay casas de entramado de madera en el estilo alemán-sur alemán con techos empinados con hasta cuatro áticos. Un destino popular es el llamado "distrito de los curtidores" en el distrito de La Petite France con sus canales y calles estrechas.
El Mundo Mercedes-Benz, solo uno de los muchos destinos posibles en nuestro viaje. El sitio web del museo describe con precisión lo que los visitantes pueden esperar: el museo da vida a su historia e historias sobre la conexión entre la tecnología y la vida cotidiana, la historia contemporánea y la cultura popular. Más de 160 vehículos de todo tipo son los actores principales. Su serie abarca desde algunos de los automóviles más antiguos de la historia hasta legendarios autos de carreras y vehículos de investigación. Junto con otras exhibiciones, forman el corazón de la exposición permanente en doce salas con una superficie total de 16.500 metros cuadrados. Este mundo único se puede descubrir en dos recorridos que siguen los hilos narrativos "Mito" y "Colección".
Lo más destacado
Qué incluye
Lugares y horarios de recogida
Como se trata de un recorrido altamente personalizado, mi invitado determina el lugar de recogida. Ya sea en el hotel, en el aeropuerto o en cualquier otro lugar. El precio del paquete incluye 25 kilómetros gratuitos por hora. Tenga en cuenta que el viaje hasta el punto de recogida de los huéspedes y el viaje de regreso a Heidelberg también se considerarán kilómetros recorridos regulares.
Valoraciones de viajeros
Información importante
- Accesible para silla de ruedas
- Los bebés y los niños pequeños pueden ir en un cochecito o en una silla de paseo
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Hay asientos o sillas infantiles disponibles
- Las opciones de transporte son accesibles para sillas de ruedas
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
Opiniones(353)
When I realized that I wasn’t interested in the big bus tour that our riverboat was offering to Heidelberg, I decided to look elsewhere. I googled private tours in Heidelberg and it brought me to Manfred Pitz and his business A Friend in Heidelberg. I read many many reviews on his website and they were all very positive. I contacted him shortly after and we chatted through the What’s App and also through email and finally tailored a tour to my liking. Despite being June, the day arrived chilly and pouring rain. My first thought was that it wasn’t going to be a very fun day in the inclement weather. Boy was I wrong! Manfred picked us up right at our Viking ship with a big smile on his face. We immediately felt at ease with him and his warm personality and soon the three of us were chatting away as to what our expectations for the day would be. We decided to hold off a little on the castle visit to see if the rain would let up. He drove us into the countryside and also across the river via a very cool one car ferry. He also took us to the remains of a fortress where there was a well that had a story to it that involved an antique key. I won’t give away what the story is but if you tour with Manfred ask him to take you there! Finally we decided to head to the castle with hopes that the rain would let up. Instead it came down in sheets raining sideways under our umbrellas and causing me to don a poncho on top of my jacket! But you know what? It made it all the more memorable of a day we will never forget! Manfred kept to his tour of the castle giving us much information about the castle outside until we finally went inside. Finally in the courtyard the rain did let up for us to take some great photos! We then headed into town on foot and explored the town a little, walked over the bridge, and the three of us had a delicious lunch at an Italian restaurant! We so enjoyed each others company getting to really know each other as the day went on. We then headed to Speyer for a visit to the beautiful Cathedral and finally back to our ship. It was truly a day we will never forget. We truly made a friend in Heidelberg!
Dear Janice, thank you very much for this wonderful and detailed review. I too thought that the weather would make it hard to have an enjoyable tour. But when the right people get together nothing is impossible. Please give Bob my warmest regards and stay in touch. Who knows, maybe our paths will cross again. That would make your friend in Heidelberg very happy!
We had the pleasure of spending a day exploring the Heidelberg region with our guide, and the experience exceeded every expectation. From the moment we met, he was personable, professional, and genuinely committed to ensuring our family had an enjoyable and memorable experience. His English was impeccable, making communication effortless, and his knowledge of Heidelberg's history, culture, and local traditions was truly exceptional. Every stop along the tour came alive through his engaging stories and historical insights, giving us a much deeper appreciation for the region than we could have gained on our own. What impressed us most was his flexibility and attentiveness. He tailored the day to our interests, answered every question with enthusiasm, and never made us feel rushed. His recommendations for local attractions, customs, and cuisine were outstanding and added tremendously to our visit. If you're looking for a guide who is knowledgeable, kind, accommodating, and passionate about sharing Heidelberg's beauty and history, I recommend Manfred without hesitation. He transformed our visit from a simple sightseeing trip into an unforgettable family experience. Thank you for making our time in Germany so special, we hope to return and tour with you again. An exceptional guide in every respect. Professional, knowledgeable, personable, and truly dedicated to providing a first-class experience. Our family couldn't have asked for a better experience to reminisce and experience Heidelberg and the surrounding region. Highly recommended.
Dear David, thank you very much for your detailed review. It was a very special tour for me since you and your family once lived in Heidelberg – in your case even twice. It was a great pleasure for me to visit, together with you, the various places that mean so much to you. I very much hope to see you, Deron, Damon, and Leah again when you come to my hometown the next time. Manfred, your friend in Heidelberg
On 20 May 2026, four Aussies set off on an adventure with Manfred for a private tour of Heidelberg, and we were not disappointed. From the time we reserved the tour, Manfred responded promptly and started to customize a tour for us. We had a fabulous time full of fun, laughs and adventures. Manfred’s knowledge of Heidelberg and the surrounding area is phenomenal. He had was some interesting stories. There were many highlights on the tour, one was Dilsberg Castle which has the most amazing views when you get up the top😊 another was a ride across the river on an old car ferry, which used a combination of cables and motor to pull us across the river. This was especially interesting to one of our friends.
Dear Sandra, thank you so much for taking the time to write me this wonderful review and share your experiences with future travelers. I just looked at the photos the ferryman took, and they brought back some lovely memories. It was a pretty cold day for May 20. But you know what? With the heat wave we’re currently experiencing, I’d travel back in time in a heartbeat. Of course, also because then I’d get to see you, Mark, Lisa, and Les again. Cheers from Manfred, your friend in Heidelberg
I can't speak highly enough about the time we spent with Manfred. First and foremost, he provided a great service - he was punctual and professional, had a comfortable vehicle, and carried umbrellas in case of rain. He had deep knowledge of the areas we visited and gave us the history of many things so we had a better appreciation of what we were seeing. He was also very flexible, making changes to our agenda based on what we wanted to see and do. He provided a lot of recommendations, but it really felt like the day was ours to experience however we liked. But the real value of the trip was Manfred just being himself - he was funny, engaging, and made us all feel like lifelong friends. My whole family felt our time with him was a highlight of our trip. It might sound cliche, but I genuinely hope to see him again in the future. If you need a guide, and want to finish your trip with a new Friend in Heidelberg, I enthusiastically recommend you call Manfred.
Dear Christopher, your review makes me blush a little. I've received many wonderful reviews over the years, but yours definitely stands out. If I could rate the Burg family, I'd give you full marks, too. Spending the day with you was like a vacation with friends, and I, too, hope that we'll see each other again—whether in the Old World or the New World. Please give my warmest regards to Gretchen, Annaliese, and August. Manfred, your friend in Heidelberg
We had a wonderful experience with Manfred Pitz as our “friend in Heidelberg.” He possesses a wealth of knowledge about the region and shows a genuine enthusiasm for his hometown. Before our arrival, he reached out to us via text, which was reassuring as we were heading to town. Throughout our journey, he kept track of our progress on the train, both when we arrived and departed from Heidelberg, which added to our comfort. On the day of our tour, he took the time to listen to our interests and customized the itinerary based on our feedback, giving us a mix of time spent in the car and walking. This was particularly appreciated since we were trying to minimize our exposure to crowds during a national holiday. Manfred shared entertaining anecdotes at various locations and recommended a restaurant for us. He even kindly contacted the restaurant on our behalf to make and modify our reservations. We found him to be personable, engaging, and knowledgeable, and we highly recommend him to anyone fortunate enough to visit this beautiful region.
Dear Jeff, as you know, I had a wonderful time with you and Bill. To be honest, days like the one we spent together don’t feel like work at all. Getting to know people like you is what makes my job so enjoyable. I really hope our paths will cross again someday. Manfred, your friend from Heidelberg
It was a pleasure having Manfred Pitz as our “friend in Heidelberg.” Manfred displayed a wealth of knowledge about the region and a real enthusiasm for his hometown. He contacted us by text even before we arrived, which was reassuring as we were getting into town. He monitored our progress on the train, both arriving and leaving Heidelberg, which was also helpful and reassuring. Early on the day of our tour, he listened to determine what we might like to see, and tailored our tour based on this feedback, which offered us a mixture of time in the car and on foot. We appreciated this especially because we were trying to reduce our exposure to crowds, as this was the time of a national holiday. He shared funny anecdotes wherever we went and recommended a restaurant for us – and even called the restaurant on our behalf to make and change our reservations. We found him to be personable, entertaining, and informative, and would highly recommend him to someone who’s fortunate enough to visit this beautiful region.
Dear Bill, it was a wonderful experience having you and Jeff stay with me. Once again, it showed how great it is to have a set of wheels and be able to visit places that can only be reached that way. Popular tourist attractions have their charm, but our trip to the Neckar Valley and the picturesque town of Weinheim showed once again that destinations off the beaten path are worthwhile and more authentic. You are wonderful people, and I hope to see you again someday—wherever that may be. Manfred, your friend in Heidelberg
Wow. What a great opportunity to see the highlights and special places in the Heidelberg area. Manfred is not afraid to show you some special places that the ordinary guide would not show you. The Heidelberg castle was an interesting place with exciting commentary at every corner. We had a great lunch at a local restaurant (the white asparagus was a special treat for us all). Our transportation was a top notch vehicle and Manfred always tried to learn more about you so he could keep the tour guided to our interests.
Hello Dean, thank you so much for taking the time to review my service. I very much enjoyed the company of the four of you and showing you the Neckar Valley and my hometown Heidelberg. Please say hi to Nancy, Rod, and Lisa! Manfred, your friend in Heidelberg
Manfred is definitely your friend in Heidelberg. I booked this tour last minute since the weather was going to be rainy and I knew we would not be able to get out and walk around the city. That was a great decision. Manfred medicine at our hotel and chatted with us briefly about our expectations for the day. The only thing we really wanted to do was the Hyderabad castle. He asked if we could go to the countryside and visit the Dilsberg fortress. What an unexpected surprise. We were the only guests at the fortress which was really great. The weather was rainy and we were able to take shelter in a small café in the village, which was amazing. We had a great tour of Heidelberg Castle. There were no awkward pauses in the Conversation As Manfred Is Very Friendly and eager to get to know his guess. Highly recommend.
Dear Darlene, thank you so much for your kind review. I very much enjoyed the company of you and your daughter. When the weather isn't quite perfect, it can sometimes be a challenge, but the three of us definitely made the best of it. Please say hello to Kate and stay in touch, Manfred, your friend in Heidelberg PS: I am still wondering why the autocorrect feature changed Heidelberg into Hyderabad. Maybe because the weather was better in the largest city of the Indian state of Telangana haha
My family and I have booked many tours throughout the years, but by far, this was the best one to date. Manfred goes above & beyond for you to have the best day possible. He researches and spends the time making your tour a unique experience, which then results in a wonderful memorable day. I initially had mentioned to Manfred that we were staying in Mainz but wanted to take the train to Heidelberg and meet him there to see the castle and other points of interest. However Manfred picked us up at our hotel in Mainz, which was definitely not expected but very appreciated. It worked out very well because when he provided info and pictures of surrounding towns outside Heidelberg, we decided we wanted to see those quaint picturesque places on our way to Heidelberg. Very worth it! We would have never seen these towns otherwise. I really wanted to see the Neckar Valley / River and not only did we drive through that region, Manfred took us to a remote spot on the river where his friend operated a walk-on cable ferry. It is a historic river crossing ferry for pedestrians and cyclists to cross. This was my husband's highlight of the tour. Once we crossed, we walked to the top of the hill nearby where a historic beautiful church with stain glass windows was there to greet us, and we also toured a very scenic historic fortress where the views were unbelievable! Next up, an authentic German late lunch which I was really hoping for. It was a non-touristy restaurant with the most delicious food. Last and not least, Manfred took us to the Heidelberg Castle which is a must! Stunning castle with breathtaking views. Then we were dropped off at the train station to head back to Mainz. Manfred came into the station and helped us get our tickets and showed us where to catch the train. We were sad to leave him but we were also very tired from a busy fun packed day. Highly recommend, you will not be disappointed! I believe our tour was approx. 7 hours but it felt longer because we saw and did so many things. Thank you Manfred, you truly are a good friend in Heidelberg!
Dear Gillian, thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review. I just looked at the photos from that day and also the video I took at the foot of the “Big Barrel” at Heidelberg Castle. How much fun we had! Please say hello to Mike and Myah and stay in touch. Manfred, your friend in Heidelberg
We had a wonderful full day tour with Manfred. By the end we understood his company name as we truly have a friend in Heidelberg. Manfred customized our tour based on our interests and time. We saw little out-of-the-way places we will forever remember, especially the ferry ride across the river. While the day was amazing, we will most remember Manfred's kindness when we ended up at the wrong dock to reboard our river cruise. After calling out boat he discovered that we were a half hour away and the boat was leaving in 20 minutes. The boat agreed to wait and Manfred raced us to the correct spot just in time. Those are the things that make you recommend someone unconditionally. So spend a day with our friend in Heidelberg, Manfred. A memory for a lifetime
Dear Polly, thank you so much for this wonderful review and for mentioning our little "boat chase adventure" at the end of the trip. We were lucky that there was no speed limit on the highway we took to catch the ship in time. Thank you so much for being so brave while I drove a little over 100 miles per hour. It was legal under German law, and with me as your driver, it was also safe. Please say hi to Vic, Wendy, and Dennis and stay in touch with your friend in Heidelberg
