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Romantic Road, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and Harburg Day Tour from Munich
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Romantic Road, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and Harburg Day Tour from Munich

by Gray Line Munchener Stadtrundfahrten

11 hours
Munich
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11 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
€130.05€144.50Save 10%
2 adults × €65.03
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Overview

This full-day bus tour from Munich offers about 11 hours of travel through southern Germany’s landscapes along the Romantic Road. The trip begins in central Munich with a comfortable, air-conditioned coach ride. Passengers enjoy views of the green countryside while heading to the first stop. After approximately 1.5 hours, the bus reaches Harburg, where the tour pauses for a visit to Harburg Castle. The castle is one of southern Germany’s oldest and best-preserved baroque structures. A guided tour in English is offered inside the castle, but it is optional and not included in the tour price. Visitors should be prepared for some uphill walking and stairs inside the castle. Next, the tour continues to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, arriving around midday. This medieval town is well-known for its half-timbered houses, intact city walls, and the famous Plönlein area. Guests have about two hours of free time here to explore at their own pace, including lunch, visits to local attractions, or shopping for year-round Christmas ornaments. The return trip to Munich takes roughly three hours, depending on traffic. On the way back, the route passes through the Hallertau region, noted as the world’s largest hop-growing area. The tour concludes with a drop-off at Karlsplatz 21/Stachus in Munich. The tour includes a professional guide, air conditioning on the vehicle, and skip-the-line service, but does not cover entrance fees, food, drinks, or hotel transfers.

Highlights

Travel along the Romantic Road by air-conditioned bus
Visit Harburg Castle with optional English guided tour
Free time in Rothenburg ob der Tauber for lunch and sightseeing
Return route passes through Hallertau hop-growing region
Skip-the-line service included

What's included

Professional guide throughout the tour
Air-conditioned vehicle for the entire trip
Skip-the-line service at included sites

What's not included

Meals and beverages, except when indicated otherwise
Transportation to and from the hotel
Tips for service staff
Admission charges
Admission charges

Itinerary

1

Departure from Munich

The tour starts in central Munich where travelers board an air-conditioned bus. The journey proceeds along the Romantic Road through the green landscape of southern Germany.

10 min

2

Harburg

After about one and a half hours, the bus stops in the town of Harburg.

3

Harburg Castle

Harburg Castle, one of the largest and best-preserved castles in southern Germany, is the main attraction here. Visitors can join an optional 75-minute guided tour conducted in English. The tour involves some uphill walking and stair climbing inside the castle.

75 min

4

Rothenburg ob der Tauber

The tour arrives at Rothenburg ob der Tauber around 12:45 to 13:15. Guests have approximately two hours of free time to explore the medieval town, including its half-timbered houses, city walls, lookout points, and the Plönlein. Lunch is not included. Rothenburg is also known for selling Christmas ornaments year-round.

120 min

5

Munich

The return trip to Munich takes about three hours, depending on traffic. The route passes through the Hallertau region, known as the world’s largest hops-growing area. The tour ends with a drop-off at Karlsplatz 21/Stachus in Munich.

Meeting point

Sonnenstr. corner Bayerstr., Take exit "G" or "F" from the basement. Google Maps: 4HQ7+FW Munich Please be at the departure point 20 minutes prior departure.

End point

Sonnenstr. corner Bayerstr., Take exit "G" or "F" from the basement. Google Maps: 4HQ7+FW Munich Please be at the departure point 20 minutes prior departure.

Languages

German (audio)Russian (audio)Portuguese (audio)English (audio)Japanese (audio)English (guide)Italian (audio)French (audio)Spanish (audio)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–9 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
The visit to Harburg involves some uphill walking and stairs inside the castle.
Audio guides are available subject to availability in German, Mandarin, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, Italian, French, and Spanish.
Total
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