Day 1, Saturday

Munich

Following your arrival in Munich, a transfer will bring you to the centrally located hotel. After check-in, you will have time to relax and recuperate from your transatlantic flight. This afternoon, enjoy the "Munich and Its Beer" tour, which focuses on Munich's rich heritage as the city of beer. Visit the Paulaner Brewery and indulge in samples of beer and local delicacies. Tonight, explore the city of Munich on your own. You may choose to have dinner in one of the many traditional restaurants in downtown Munich, such as the Hofbraeuhaus or the Ratskeller.

Day 2, Sunday

Munich, Oktoberfest

After breakfast meet with the local guide for a sightseeing tour of Munich, including a visit to Nymphenburg Palace. The tour ends at the "Theresienwiese," home of the famous Oktoberfest. Enjoy a traditional meal with two tankards of beer in one of the beer tents. Tonight is at your leisure.

Day 3, Monday

Salzburg

This morning depart for your excursion to Salzburg, Austria. Travel through the southern part of Bavaria, past Lake Chiemsee to Salzburg, Mozart's birthplace. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of the city, known as the Rome of the North, with its many palaces and squares. After the tour, you will have some free time to shop and explore this beautiful city on your own. Lunch will be served in a typical restaurant in downtown Salzburg before returning to Munich.

Day 4, Tuesday

Munich, Oktoberfest

After a leisurely breakfast, you will have some free time to explore Munich on your own. Today, additional arrangements have been made for you to celebrate in another beer tent at the Oktoberfest.

Day 5, Wednesday

Munich - USA

Following breakfast and hotel check-out, transfer on your own* to the airport for a scheduled flight back to the United States. (*Optional airport transfer available at an additional cost.)