The Enchanting Charm of Ingolstadt in Germany

The Enchanting Charm of Ingolstadt in Germany

FROM € 639

WHEN   GROUP 1: 12 – 19 September

GROUP 2: 19 – 26 September

VISITING:

Munich’s Olympic Park, Ingolstadt, Regensberg, Nymphenberg Palace Grounds, Munich, Rothenberg ob der Tauber, Harburg Castle, Brombach Lake, Ramsberg, Augsburg, Landsberg am Lech, Nuremberg and Bamberg

THURSDAY

We meet at the airport at 6.30am for our KM Malta Airlines flight departing at 9.00am and arriving in Munich airport at 11.30am. On arrival we board our coach and head towards Munich’s Olympic Park. We will go around the area considered as an architectural marvel. One may go up the Olympic Tower (extra) and from its observation platform we will enjoy a stunning panoramic view.  We will later proceed to check in our central hotel in Ingolstadt. This Bavarian city is rich in history and offers picturesque landscapes. Situated along the beautiful River Danube, it is the home town for Audi, the renowned luxury car manufacturer. Later we will have a familiarisation walk along the city and start enjoying the enchanting charm of this German gem.

FRIDAY

We will have a relaxing morning to continue exploring Ingolstadt followed by our first half-day optional excursion taking us to Regensburg, known for its well-preserved medieval core with a 2,000-year-old history and World Heritage status. A notable number of historic structures span some two millennia and include ancient Roman, Romanesque and Gothic buildings. Regensburg’s 11th- to 13th-century architecture, the market, city hall and cathedral, still defines the character of the town marked by tall buildings, dark and narrow lanes, and strong fortifications. Regensburg is world-known for the production of perfect quality jigsaw puzzles.

SATURDAY

oday’s full-day optional excursion takes us to Munich, Bavaria’s capital city. We first visit Nymphenberg Palace Grounds which is the second largest green space in Munich. It includes a large park containing water features and an extensive selection of sculptures. The palace is a jewel Baroque Palace and one of the most important in Europe. We later head towards Marienplatz with its world famous “chiming glockenspiel” which its near life-sized figurines turn and move when the clock chimes, and the Frauenkirche – Munich’s historic twin towered cathedral. We have time for some shopping and lunch (extra) possibly at the world-famous Bavarian halls in one of the typical beer gardens such as the Hofbrauhaus.

SUNDAY

We board our coach for our full-day optional excursion heading towards Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a perfectly restored medieval town. It is located on a hill overlooking the Tauber River, and retains an amazing layout with well-preserved walls and fortifications, including many preserved gate houses and towers. We have time to enjoy the beautiful streets and alleyways, which are full of the charm of past times. Our next stop will be in Harburg to visit its historical castle (extra) which emerges like a scene from a fairytale, overlooking a medieval village. This magical fortress, perched on a hillside, offers a glimpse into a bygone era. With its towering spires, robust fortifications, and an aura of romantic charm, it captivates with storybook images.

MONDAY

A full-day optional excursion with a difference. Today our coach takes us to Ramsberg, and we board the trimaran MS Brombachsee boat for a cruise on the Great Brombach Lake (extra), the largest of the Franconian lakes and with a water surface of 8.7 Km². It’s a day to enjoy the lively nature of the lake, so nicely enriched by the many plants and animals. And if we are lucky, we will also see the hard-working beavers. The Great Brombach Lake is the heart of the Franconian Lake District. We have a short stop in Ramsberg before we return to Ingolstadt. The rest of the day is free for personal sightseeing or for who is interested can take a short trip to the Ingolstadt shopping village with over 100 outlets.

TUESDAY

We board the coach for another full-day optional excursion taking us to two localities, heading first to Augsburg. This town is one of the oldest and most historically significant towns in Germany. We see some of the most popular attractions such as the Augsburger Rathaus (city hall), the 11th century Roman Catholic Cathedral and the world’s oldest housing complex, the Fuggerei (extra) named after an old trading family. In the 14th century this family made Augsburg their banking empire. Some free time is given to spend at your leisure for personal sightseeing and shopping. Our next stop will be Landsberg am Lech with cobbled streets and rows of pastel-coloured buildings. The old town is dominated by the 15th century Basilica, famous for the Madonna and Child sculpture and its gothic stained glass.

WEDNESDAY

On our last full-day optional excursion to Nuremberg and Bamberg, our coach takes us to Nuremberg where we start our tour seeing the White Tower, a former tower of the old city walls. We admire the historical buildings at the heart of the Old Town including the Hangman Bridge, the Tallow Building, Hangman Bridge, and St. Sebald Church. Our next stop will be in the beautiful town of Bamberg. We discover hidden treasures of the town whilst enjoying the warm and lively atmosphere as we stroll through the streets of the historic city.

THURSDAY

We check-out of our rooms and leave for Munich airport for our KM Malta Airlines flight departing at 12.20pm and arriving in Malta at 2.40pm.

 PRICE PER PERSON                                                                                            

*SPECIAL PRICE

€739/*€639 Adult in Triple

€799/*€699    Adult in Twin

€1099/*€999 Adult in Single

€499/*€399 Child sharing with 2 adults (2-6yrs)

€599/*€499Child sharing with 2 adults (7-11yrs)

*Special price applies when all excursions are taken

**There are many restaurants in the vicinity from which one can choose from.

PRICE INCLUDES

KM Malta Airlines return direct flights To Munich airport

7 nights in 4-star Maritim Hotel Ingolstadt or similar

Rooms with private facilities, free Wi-Fi, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, mini fridge & hairdryer

Daily buffet breakfast

Return airport transfers

Free access to the hotel’s swimming pool

Services of tour leader

All taxes & service charge

Insolvency fund

EXCURSIONS                                                                                  

Adult/Child

€40/€30  Regensberg

€50/€25  Nymphenberg Palace Ground / Munich Centre

€55/€30  Rothenburg ob der Tauber / Harburg Castle

€45/€30  Great Brombach Lake / Ramsberg

€50/€30  Augsburg / Landsberg am Lech

€55/€30  Nuremburg / Bamberg                                                                €

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE

Olympic Tower €10 Adult / under 16 yrs free

Harburg Castle €7.50 Adult / €5 Child

Brombach Lake boat ride €15 Adult / €7.50 Child

Fuggerei €7 Adult / €4 Child

AUDI museum €5