Day 1 | Mon. 09/21/25
Depart Greater Cincinnati Airport
Day 1 ✈️ Mon. 09/22/25
Arrival in Frankfurt, Germany
🚗Private Transfer from Airport to Hotel
Day 2 | Tue. 09/23/25
🏩 Avani Frankfort City Hotel
Day 3 | Wed. 09/24/25
Heidelburg
🚅 Frankfurt HBV – Heidelberg Hbf
Depart 10:19 am – Arrive 11:09 am
🏨 Hotel Bayrischer Hof
Day 4 | Thur. 09/25/25
Eurostars Book Hotel Munich
🚅 Heidelberg Hbf – Stuttgart Hbf
Depart 11:11 am – Arrive 11:51 am
🚅 Stuttgart Hbf – Muenchen Hbf
Depart 12:51 pm – Arrive 2:49 pm
OPTIONS IN MUNICH
The World’s Largest Beer Garden
Hirschgarten 1, 80639 Munich, Phone: +49 (0) 89 17 999 119
The Königlicher Hirschgarten is a legendary establishment nestled in the charming district of Nymphenburg, Munich. With a rich history dating back to 1791, this traditional restaurant has been serving locals and visitors alike for generations.
- The Hirschgarten boasts an impressive capacity: over 500 indoor seats, 1200 serviced outdoor seats in the beer garden, and a staggering 7000 seats in the self-service area.
- Expect the best of Bavarian flavors. From crispy schnitzels to savory sausages, the menu celebrates regional specialties.
- The name “Hirschgarten” translates to “Deer Garden,” and you’ll find these graceful creatures roaming freely nearby.
- The picturesque setting, complete with lush greenery, adds to the magical atmosphere.
- Visit the official website for more details. Prost! 🍻
Munich World War II Sites Including Dachau (Viator)
A small group (25 max) full-day Munich combo tour including Dauchau, Gestapo Headquarters.
Gain insight into the Third Reich’s rise to power and visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this full-day Munich combo tour. Travel to Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany, and explore the memorial site with a guide. Learn about the history of Nazi Germany during World War II and see some of the buildings associated with Adolf Hitler on a walking tour.
Day 7 | Sun. 09/28/25 | Salzburg, Austria
🏨 Hotel am Mirabellplatz
🚅 Munich Hbf – Salzburg Hbf
Depart 9:29 am – Arrive 10:58 am
Train Station Information
Download DB Navigator App | Map of Station
Where to Go in Salzburg – History
Day 9 | Tue. 09/30/25 | Innsbruck, Austria
🏨 ibis Innsbruck
🚅 Salzburg Station – Innsbruck Station
Day 10 | Wed. 10/01/25 | Lucerne, Switzerland
🏨 De la Paix Lucerne
🚅 Innsbruck Station – Zurich Station
Depart 9:47 am – Arrive 1:20 pm
Day 12 | Fri. 10/03/25 | Depart for Home
🚅 Luzern – Zurich Flughafen
Depart 7:35 am – Arrive 8:44 am
PREPARING FOR YOUR TRIP
Cellular Phone Service | Verizon Phone Service
Plan your trip overseas with our travel planner | Verizon
Currency Exchange
Foreign currency exchange is the act of exchanging one type of currency for another. For example, if you’re planning an international trip to Europe, you may want to plan ahead and exchange U.S. dollars for Euros so that you are prepared to cover cash expenses as soon as you arrive without having to stop at an exchange office at your destination. Two hundred euros should get you through until you get to an ATM.
Making ATM Withdrawals – USE A BANK ATM!
The best way to get cash is Italy is to make an ATM withdrawal when you arrive. The Visa or Mastercard exchange rate applies and is better than any rate you’re likely to get exchanging currency at an exchange office or a bank.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to select the option for conversion by your bank. It’s a good idea to check with your bank for specific details about their foreign ATM conversion fees and any other charges that might apply.
Avoid using independent ATMs. These third-party ATMs charge like a wounded bull, and it’ll be obvious which ATMs are affiliated with a bank, and which aren’t.
Cash and Currency Tips for Europe by Rick Steves
Foreign Currency Exchange Services (pnc.com)
How long does it take to receive foreign currency bank notes that are ordered at a PNC branch?
Standard foreign currency orders entered before 4:30 p.m. ET will be delivered to the branch by the end of the next business day. (during business travel season please allow 1 – 2 additional business days)
Customers may request overnight delivery for a $15 charge. Overnight delivery foreign currency orders entered before 4:30 p.m. ET will be delivered to the branch by noon the next business day. Overnight delivery is only available Monday through Friday and isn’t available on bank holidays.
Foreign Currency Exchange | Fifth Third Bank (53.com)
Fifth Third customers can buy and sell foreign currency at their local branch with competitive exchange rates. And when you return from your trip, Fifth Third can buy back any unused foreign currency, exchanging it back into U.S. dollars. Contact your local branch if you have questions about a particular currency carried.
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