Munich: Private Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Day Trip

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Experience Neuschwanstein's fairytale charm, followed by lunch in Austria & the beauty of Linderhof Castle incl. gardens. Optionally, enjoy the Alpine Coaster or visit Oberammergau, or both.

This full-day tour from Munich suits visitors wanting to explore Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof Palace, and Alpine highlights with a native English-speaking guide.

Highlights

  • Visit Neuschwanstein Castle with skip-the-line tickets pre-booked for you
  • Lunch stop in Reutte, Austria
  • Explore Linderhof Palace and the Venus Grotto
  • Thrill seekers can ride the Kolbensattel Alpine Coaster
  • Visit Oberammergau for Christmas shopping or gelato

Description

Your native English-speaking driver-guide will pick you up from your Munich hotel at 8:00 AM. The first stop is Neuschwanstein Castle, where you skip the ticket line and walk to Mary’s Bridge, a key viewpoint for photos.

If you prefer a less strenuous ascent, you can take the bus to Mary’s Bridge. After a roughly one-hour tour inside the castle, your guide will accompany you back to the vehicle.

Next, you will travel to Austria for lunch in Reutte at a local restaurant. After lunch, explore Linderhof Palace, including its gardens and opulent interiors. The recently renovated Venus Grotto is also open for visitors.

The final stop is Oberammergau, known for wood carvings and a wide array of Christmas-themed goods. Your guide will assist you in finding souvenirs. The itinerary can include a ride on the Alpine Coaster in Oberammergau, with the option to adjust time spent in the village or skip Ettal Monastery based on your preference.

The tour returns to Munich and your hotel by approximately 6:30 PM.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup at 8:00 AM from anywhere in central Munich
  • Airport pickup available for a €99 surcharge
  • Full-day service with a knowledgeable native English-speaking driver-guide

Excludes

  • Entry fees for Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace
    Tickets will be sent to you ahead of time for purchase
  • Neuschwanstein Castle tickets: €25.50 per adult, €2.50 for children under 18
  • Alternative third-party tickets are used if the castle tour sells out
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Guide gratuities (recommended for good service)

Important Information

  • This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
  • The tour runs rain or shine
  • You will climb 200 steps to reach the top of the castle’s interior tower; there is no elevator
  • Mary’s Bridge is closed for renovations until fall 2022

Easy cancellation

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace.
A native English-speaking driver-guide leads the full-day tour from Munich.
The lunch stop is in Reutte, Austria, during the day trip.
Skip-the-line tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle are pre-booked, allowing you to enter without waiting in long lines.
Yes, thrill seekers can ride the Kolbensattel Alpine Coaster during the tour.
Yes, the tour includes a stop in Oberammergau for Christmas shopping or enjoying gelato.
The tour begins at 8:00 AM with hotel pickup in Munich.
Guests are picked up from their hotel in Munich.
No, skip-the-line tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle are included and pre-booked as part of the tour.
The tour features views of the Alpine landscape, the Venus Grotto, and a chance to ride the Kolbensattel Alpine Coaster.

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