Tour Highlights
Two legendary routes: Hanau (Fairytale Route starting point) · Würzburg (Romantic Road starting point)
Medieval gems & UNESCO atmosphere: Bamberg (‘Little Venice’) · Rothenburg (classic Romantic Road old town)
German city culture & family fun: Nuremberg (‘Toy City’)
Thermal spa elegance & university heritage: Baden-Baden (aristocratic spa town) · Heidelberg (Germany’s oldest university city)
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 | Frankfurt → Hanau → Wurzburg → Bamberg (230 km)
In the morning, our driver-guide will meet you at the pre-arranged time and location to begin the journey.
Hanau – the start of Germany’s Fairytale Route and hometown of the Brothers Grimm.
Brothers Grimm Monument & New Town Hall
German Goldsmiths’ House Museum
*Philippruhe Castle
Würzburg – the start of the Romantic Road, a historic Bavarian city.
Würzburg Residence
Old Main Bridge
*Marienberg Fortress
Bamberg – a UNESCO World Heritage city nicknamed ‘Little Venice’.
Little Venice
Old Town Hall
*Bamberg Cathedral
Day 2 | Bamberg → Nuremberg → Rothenberg → Stuttgart (285 km)
Nuremberg – a city rich in history and culture, known as the ‘Toy City’.
Craftsmen’s Courtyard
St. Lawrence Church
Pegnitz River & Heilig-Geist-Spital
Main Market Square
*Nuremberg Castle
Rothenburg ob der Tauber – often called a ‘Medieval Jewel’ and a must-visit on the Romantic Road.
Plönlein
Market Square
*Castle Garden
Stuttgart – a blend of modern and historic culture; an automotive powerhouse (Mercedes-Benz & Porsche HQ).
*Mercedes-Benz Museum (optional): Striking double-helix design; over 160 vehicles and 1,500+ exhibits across ~16,500 m², tracing automotive history since 1886.
Day 3 | Stuttgart → Baden-Baden → Heidelberg (200 km)
Baden-Baden – an elegant spa town. Experience either the historic Friedrichsbad (mixed-gender, no swimwear) or the modern Caracalla Spa (swimwear allowed).
Friedrichsbad
Caracalla Spa
*Baden-Baden Casino
Heidelberg – Germany’s oldest university city, known for romantic scenery and rich cultural heritage.
Heidelberg Castle: Built in the 13th century; explore viewpoints, the famous giant wine barrel, the German Pharmacy Museum and the Elisabeth Gate.
Old Town: Enjoy a leisurely stroll among charming shops and cafés.
Day 4 | Heidelberg → Rudesheim am Rhein → Frankfurt (190 km)
Rüdesheim am Rhein – gateway to the UNESCO Upper Middle Rhine Valley, famed for vineyards and river scenery.
Drosselgasse: The town’s most famous lane, lined with half-timbered houses, restaurants and wine bars.
Cable car & vineyards (optional): Ride up for sweeping views over terraced vineyards and the Rhine Valley.
*Rhine River cruise (optional): Board in Rüdesheim for a classic ‘most beautiful stretch’ cruise, passing medieval castles such as Cat Castle and Mouse Castle.
Arrive Frankfurt in the early evening. The driver-guide will see you off at the designated drop-off point. End of tour.
