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(794)
Elof is an excellent guide. He provided great tips and information, and made the trip entertaining. He is patient and knowledgeable
Everything about this tour is top notch. From the modern bus with bathrooms to the delicious snacks (cookies, energy bars, chips) that change throughout the day. Unlimited water, pop, beer and coffee is included. All the details are taken care of for you, with a perfectly scheduled day and tickets for all the best tours. Elon was a great guide. Very funny with such entertaining stories. A highlight of our trip!
We were very lucky with the weather, a glorious 27° day for the tour. Elof was a great guide who was personaable and knowledgeable especially with tips and tricks to make your day run smoothly! The added bonus of cold drinks and snacks throughout the day was a great addition.
Our tour guide, Elof, not only made our castle tours easier, he shared insight on the nearby towns and sights on our way to the castles. Gave us timeframes on when, where, how, and why they were important. He has his itinerary to a T. 10/10 recommend. Arrive at the meetup spot 10-15 mins early, and you’re set.
Elof was an amazing guide, he was very fun and knowledgeable.
Lovely trip. Our guide Gerda was very knowledgeable! We also went to schloss Linderhof.
Excellent day. Guide and driver were superb. Knowledgeable and friendly! Pacing was quite good. Would highly recommend.
Seamless day experiencing two castles and the history of Ludwig the 2nd. Lucy and Quen (driver) were fantastic. We left around 8 at Karlsplatz and returned at 7:30. The bus was very spacious and they provided assorted drinks and snacks throughout the day. It was the best way to see southern Bavaria.
A very well organised tour, every included item was exactly as described. Ample time was allowed and yet keeping with the German punctuality. A great way to get to know that rich and mystic Bavarian history and the amazing footprint of Leudwig II - we did the VIP Neuschwanstein castle, the Linderhof castle and the Grotto. Worth every cent. Our guide, Lucy, our amazing driver and the whole team of our tour operator, Mentor Reisen GmbH, well done for an amazing job. We’ll cherish the memories forever. Farzan & Bita from Aus
A heartfelt thank you for your overwhelming words. We were honored to have you as our guests!
Our guide, Annette, was very friendly. She provided us with a rich history of the different castles we visited in Bavaria. The itinerary for the day provided us much flexibility and allowed my family to have some downtime to explore. The VIP experience is definitely a plus as well.
Thank you for your kind words. We hope you'll treasure your Bavarian memories 😉
