Description - What to expect

Your Bavarian Castles tour starts with a pick-up from your hotel in Salzburg and then a drive through the impressive Alpine forests to Neuschwanstein, the residences of King Ludwig II built after his ascension to the throne.

This dream-like palace, in Gothic Revival style, is set in the most dramatic way on top of a rocky ridge surrounded by the majestic Alps and the pristine Bavarian forests inspiring Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle. Due to its stunning location and unusual architecture, it is considered one of the most picturesque castles in the World attracting more than a million visitors a year.

From the parking lot, you either walk about 15 min up to the castle or take the horse carriage (price not included). The Bavarian castle tour lasts about 40 minutes. Alternatively, you can visit the neo-gothic palace of Hohenschwangau, the former summer and hunting residence of the royal Bavarian family. Admire the starry sky ceiling and murals in the oriental room furnished by Ludwig II’s father Maximilian II with exotic travel souvenirs and more.

If time permits on your return trip you will stop at the Wieskirche, a beautiful pilgrimage church and UNESCO Heritage site for a short sightseeing visit.