Day 1 | Frankfurt- Heidelberg- Baden-Baden

Welcome to Germany! This morning, travel from Frankfurt to the city of Baden-Baden. On the way, make a stop at the lovely city of Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country, and take in its rich history. In the afternoon, arrive in Baden-Baden, the former summer residence of European aristocrats. This city is famous worldwide for its for its elegant spa resort! Enjoy a tour of the city and overnight stay in a hotel. 

Day 2 | Baden-Baden - High Route through the Black Forest - Breitnau

Today, travel deeper into the beautiful Black Forest region. This route takes you through a scenic road of the Black Forest, offering stunning landscapes and an illustrious environment. The route passes through traditional villages and towns such as Baiersbronn and Freudenstadt. In the afternoon, visit the glass manufacturer Dorotheenhütte at Wolfach and the famous Triberg Falls! Aside from its natural splendor, Triberg is also known for housing the world’s biggest cuckoo clock. Continue on to the heart of the Black Forest, where you will enjoy a typical Black Forest dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in a beautiful, romantic location. 

Day 3 | Breitnau - Lake Titisee - Rothaus Brewery - Lake Constance

After breakfast, enjoy a short presentation on the production of cuckoo clocks. Continue to a small traditional Black Forest farm where you will have a delicious local cheese tasting! Then, arrive in Titisee, a stunning glacial lake nestled in the heart of the Black Forest. After that, pass by Lake Schluchsee (the biggest lake in the Black Forest) on the way to the Rothaus brewery, where you will make a stop for a tour. Rothaus is the most traditional beer brewed in the Black Forest and known for its delicious taste! Travel on in the afternoon, and arrive at the city of Constance, located on the shore of Lake Constance. 

Day 4 | Lake Constance - Hohenzollern Castle - Stuttgart

This morning, enjoy an engaging city tour of Constance. Afterwards, take a trip back in time at Hohenzollern castle. The castle is perched on Mount Hohenzollern (855 meters), which also lends its name to the castle, and its fairytale silhouette is sure to impress. Its spectacular views are rivaled only by the beauty of the fortress itself! After a guided tour, travel to Stuttgart. Stuttgart is home not only to the headquarters of Mercedes- Benz and Porsche, but it is also one of the greenest cities in Europe, complete with a beautiful historic center. Enjoy a city tour upon arrival and stay overnight. 

Day 5 | Stuttgart- Frankfurt

After breakfast, visit the Mercedes Benz Museum, with a collection of more than 1400 different Mercedes Benz models. In the afternoon, make your way from Stuttgart to Heilbronn, and settle in for a drive through the famous “Württembergische Weinstraße” (Württemberg’s Wine Route). Here you will stop at one of the small wine-growing towns to enjoy a delicious and relaxing wine tasting. Then, travel on to Frankfurt, where your tour ends. Overnight in the hotel and prepare to return home. 

Day 6 | depart from Frankfurt

Departure transfer to the Frankfurt airport. 

(Note: This tour is designed for the independent traveler that wants private touring and transfers from airport to hotel, hotel to airport and from city to city. There is free time (as noted on the itinerary) as well as private touring as noted. This is designed for parties of 2-6. If you have a party larger than 6 passengers, please let Celtic Tours know and we will provide a quote per your request.