Tour Number: 1830503PW
Group Leader: Erika Ashcraft
Requested Departure Date: 3/10/2017
Requested Return Date: 3/19/2017
Requested Departure Gateway: Dallas (TX)

ABOUT EF

For over 55 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to one global mission: Opening the World Through Education. Our programs help students expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, grow more confident and independent, and understand new people, places, and cultures.

10 days

The experience of a lifetime is waiting for you. Every detail from the cities you’ll stay in to the cultural discoveries you’ll make have been customized by your teacher for your group. Take a look at your personal itinerary for a sneak peek of what's in store.

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany

  • Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenburg

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Rothenburg

    Take a tour of Rothenburg
  • Day 3: Rothenburg • Neuschwanstein • Munich

    Travel via Neuschwanstein to Munich

    Visit Neuschwanstein Castle

    Take a walking tour of Munich

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Munich Cathedral
    • New Town Hall
    • Hofbräuhaus
  • Day 4: Munich

    Take a guided tour of Munich

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Olympic Stadium
    • Residenz
    • Marienplatz

    Visit Dachau

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Munich by bike

    Munich by bike

    Enjoy sightseeing highlights on two wheels during this optional excursion with Mike's Bike Tours. Bike routes are isolated from car traffic and helmets are provided, making this two-hour bike tour a fun, safe, and unique way to discover all that the city has to offer.

  • Day 5: Munich • Innsbruck • Venice

    Travel via Innsbruck to Venice
  • Day 6: Venice

    See a glass-blowing demonstration

    Visit the Doge's Palace

    Take a guided tour of Venice

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • St. Mark’s Square
    • Grand Canal
  • Day 7: Venice • Verona • Lucerne

    Travel via Verona to Lucerne
  • Day 8: Lucerne

    Take a tour of Lucerne

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Lion Monument
    • Kapellbrücke
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Swiss Alps Experience

    Swiss Alps Experience

    Venture to the roof of the Swiss Alps, atop one of the majestic peaks that tower over charming Lucerne. Take a boat across Lake Lucerne and ride a cog railway to the top of either Mount Pilatus (best known for its steep railway and its iconic craggy summit) or Mount Rigi (beloved for its original mountain railway and its history as a favorite spot of Mark Twain). Enjoy the splendid views of the quaint villages and fields of Switzerland as you trek along the mountain with your group. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended).

    Add this in-depth excursion
    Swiss folklore evening

    Swiss folklore evening

    Join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss national dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.

  • Day 9: Lucerne • Freiburg • Heidelberg

    Travel via Freiburg to Heidelberg

    Explore Freiburg on your own

    Take a tour of Heidelberg

    Visit the Heidelberg Castle and wine barrel

  • Day 10: Depart for home

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany

  • Day 2: Frankfurt • Rothenburg

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Rothenburg

    Take a tour of Rothenburg
  • Day 3: Rothenburg • Neuschwanstein • Munich

    Travel via Neuschwanstein to Munich

    Visit Neuschwanstein Castle

    Take a walking tour of Munich

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Munich Cathedral
    • New Town Hall
    • Hofbräuhaus
  • Day 4: Munich

    Take a guided tour of Munich

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Olympic Stadium
    • Residenz
    • Marienplatz

    Visit Dachau

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Munich by bike

    Munich by bike

    Enjoy sightseeing highlights on two wheels during this optional excursion with Mike's Bike Tours. Bike routes are isolated from car traffic and helmets are provided, making this two-hour bike tour a fun, safe, and unique way to discover all that the city has to offer.

  • Day 5: Munich • Innsbruck • Venice

    Travel via Innsbruck to Venice
  • Day 6: Venice

    See a glass-blowing demonstration

    Visit the Doge's Palace

    Take a guided tour of Venice

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • St. Mark’s Square
    • Grand Canal
  • Day 7: Venice • Verona • Lucerne

    Travel via Verona to Lucerne
  • Day 8: Lucerne

    Take a tour of Lucerne

    With your Tour Director you will see:

    • Lion Monument
    • Kapellbrücke
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Swiss Alps Experience

    Swiss Alps Experience

    Venture to the roof of the Swiss Alps, atop one of the majestic peaks that tower over charming Lucerne. Take a boat across Lake Lucerne and ride a cog railway to the top of either Mount Pilatus (best known for its steep railway and its iconic craggy summit) or Mount Rigi (beloved for its original mountain railway and its history as a favorite spot of Mark Twain). Enjoy the splendid views of the quaint villages and fields of Switzerland as you trek along the mountain with your group. (Note: Warm clothes and appropriate shoes recommended).

    Add this in-depth excursion
    Swiss folklore evening

    Swiss folklore evening

    Join us for a bit of Swiss tradition. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal, including the chance to try fondue—the Swiss national dish! Afterwards, watch a show, complete with yodeling, traditional dancing, and Alpine horns. Note: Groups traveling from October to mid-April will enjoy Swiss music during their meal instead of the show.

  • Day 9: Lucerne • Freiburg • Heidelberg

    Travel via Freiburg to Heidelberg

    Explore Freiburg on your own

    Take a tour of Heidelberg

    Visit the Heidelberg Castle and wine barrel

  • Day 10: Depart for home


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