Hello! My husband and I are planning a trip to Bavaria for September. We prefer a slower, more immersive style of travel. We spent 7 days in Vienna for Christmas markets and loved it, 9 days in Paris, 5 days in Bayeux, etc. We really prefer seeing less and experiencing more.
This itinerary is currently crafted to give us time to relax and experience the Bavarian Alps, a smaller town and Munich. We like good food, good scenery, getting a flavor of life, history, hiking, relaxing. Your thoughts are welcome!
12-Day Germany Trip: Schwangau, Rothenburg, Munich
Dates: Depart Sept 15, home Sept 25
Day 0 — Flight to Munich (depart around 4 pm. Nonstop) Tuesday, Sept 15.
Day 1 — Arrival in Munich → Drive to Schwangau (Wednesday, Sept. 16). Stay at spa-style hotel with great views, etc. Walk along Alpsee lake (30–60 min loop). Explore Füssen Old Town — cobblestone streets, small shops
Day 2 — Sept 17: Castles & Alpine Views (Thursday, Sept 17)
Day 3 — Sept 18: Alpine Hikes & Relaxation (Friday)
Day 4 — Sept 19: Scenic / Leisure Day (Saturday)
Day 5 — Schwangau → Rothenburg (Sunday, Sept 20). Optional stop: Andechs Abbey for lunch
Optional stop: Harburg Castle. Night watchman tour at 8 pm
Day 6 — Rothenburg Full Day (Monday, Sept 21)
Day 7 — Rothenburg → Munich (Tuesday, Sept 22)
Guided Historical & Architectural Walking Tour (2–3 hrs)
Day 8 — Munich (Wednesday, Sept 23). Oktoberfest & Local Exploration
Day 9 — Flexible / Light Immersion (Thursday, Sept. 24)
Day 10 — Departure (Friday, Sept 25)