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Enchanting Germany…here we come

Hello Frankfurt 

“After all, you don’t travel to arrive, but to travel”  - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

There simply is no way to tour Europe & not be awestruck by its natural beauty, epic history & dazzling artistic & culinary diversity. Once you have ticked off the great Museums, panoramic vistas & energetic nightlife, what's left? A chance to indulge in a culinary adventure to beat all others, that's what!

And prepare for a roller-coaster ride of feasts, treats & temptations in Germany which has always marched to a different drummer - Lederhosen, Oktoberfest, polka dancing, Bavarian pretzels, sauerkraut & drinking beer like no others. Experience Deutschland's soul-stirring scenery, spirit-lifting culture, big-city beauties, romantic Palaces & half-timbered towns. It is Europe at its most exotic.

Frankfurt is one of the biggest financial hubs in Europe, so you may wonder, ‘Why visit Frankfurt as a tourist?’. But it is also home to the most impressive skyline in Germany as well as world-renowned Museums & Galleries, historical Cathedrals & stunning views. So, come……experience Frankfurt am Main with us…

Europe’s almost unmanageable wealth of attractions is its biggest single draw: the birthplace of democracy in Athens, the Renaissance art of Florence, the graceful canals of Venice, the Napoleonic splendour of Paris, and the multilayered historical and cultural canvas of London.

Less obvious but no less impressive attractions include Moorish Palaces in Andalucía, the fascinating East-meets-West brew of İstanbul in Turkey, the majesty of meticulously restored imperial palaces in Russia's former capital St Petersburg and the ongoing project of Gaudí's La Sagrada Família in Barcelona.

Europe has some of the best nightlife in the world. Globally famous DJs keep the party going in London, Berlin and Paris, all of which also offer top-class entertainment, especially theatre and live music. Other key locations for high-energy nightlife include Moscow, Belgrade, Budapest & Madrid, while those hankering for something cosier can add Dublin's pubs or Vienna's cafes to their itinerary. Continue to party on the Continent's streets at a multiplicity of Festivals, from city Parades attended by thousands to Concerts in an ancient Amphitheatre.

Talking abut Germany in Western European country with a terrain of vast forests, rivers & mountain ranges, and 2 millennia of history. Berlin, its Capital, is home to thriving art & nightlife scenes, iconic Brandenburg Gate & many sites relating to WWII. Munich is known for its Oktoberfest & cavernous Beer Halls, including 16^th century Hofbrauhaus. Frankfurt, with its skyscrapers, houses the European Central Bank.

There is something undeniably artistic in the way Germany's scenery unfolds - the corrugated, dune-fringed coasts of the north; the moody forests, romantic river valleys & vast Vineyards of the centre & the off-the-charts splendour of the Alps, carved into rugged glory by glaciers & the elements. All are integral parts of a magical natural matrix that is bound to give your camera batteries a workout. Get off the highway & into the great outdoors to soak up the epic landscapes that makes each delicious, slow, winding mile so precious.

Few countries have had as much impact on the world as Germany, which has given us the Hanseatic League, the Reformation & yes, Hitler & the Holocaust, but also the Printing Press, the Automobile, Aspirin & MP3 technology. It is the birthplace of Martin Luther, Albert Einstein & Karl Marx. Goethe, Beethoven, the Brothers Grimm & other heavyweights who, each in their own way, have left their mark on human history. You can stand in a Roman Amphitheatre, sleep in a medieval Castle & walk along remnants of the Berlin Wall - in Germany the past is very much present wherever you go.

You will encounter history in towns where streets were laid out long before Columbus set sail, & in castles that loom above prim, half-timbered villages where flower boxes billow with crimson geraniums. The great cities - Berlin, Munich & Hamburg among them - come in more flavours than a jar of jelly beans but will all wow you with a cultural kaleidoscope that spans the arc from Art Museums & high-brow Opera to naughty Cabaret & underground Clubs. And wherever you go, Romanesque, Gothic & baroque classics rub rafters with architectural creations from modern masters such as Daniel Libeskind, David Chipperfield & Frank Gehry.

Good for the kids, good for the grown-ups, good for the whole family. A journey through the amazing kaleidoscope that is Germany will allow you to enjoy this “Strong Man” of Europe, also famous for being the birthplace of world-famous Inventors, Scientists, Explorers & Composers.

And now moving on to Frankfurt am Main…

Bewitching Scenery   | Gastro Delights   | High on History

Glinting with glass, steel & concrete Skyscrapers, Frankfurt-on-the-Main (pronounced ‘mine’) is unlike any other German city.

‘Mainhattan’ is a high-powered finance & business hub, home to one of the world’s largest Stock Exchanges & the gleaming headquarters of the European Central Bank & famously hosts some of the world's most important Trade Fairs, attracting thousands of business travellers.

Yet at its heart, Frankfurt with the most impressive skyline in Germany, is an unexpectedly traditional & charming city, with half-timbered buildings huddled in its quaint medieval Altstadt (old town), cosy apple-wine Taverns serving hearty regional food, village-like neighbourhoods filled with outdoor Cafes, Boutiques & street art & beautiful parks, gardens & riverside paths. The city's cache of world-renowned Museums & Galleries is 2^nd in Germany only to Berlin’s & its historical Cathedrals nightlife & entertainment scenes are bolstered by a spirited student population.

It is the birthplace of famed writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, whose former home is now the Goethe House Museum. Like much of the city, it was damaged during World War II & later rebuilt. The reconstructed Altstadt (Old Town) is the site of Romerberg, a Square that hosts an annual Christmas Market.

Aside from its Skyscrapers & Banks, Frankfurt is full of things to do & see. For history aficionados, the city has various historical monuments scattered around towns & has an abundance of markets to explore, especially around Christmas time. And you will find plenty of fabulous Beer Gardens & Restaurants along the main river.

As one of the busiest in the world, Frankfurt International Airport located in close proximity to downtown Frankfurt makes the city an accessible destination for those stuck on long layovers & offer travelers lots to do both inside & outside the Airport.

Our Frankfurt Layover & City Packages offer a wide variety of selected & recommended hotels, usually located in the city center & always include breakfast. All Packages include private transfers from the Airport or Station to your hotel & vice versa. Some City Packages also include a regular City Tour.

We offer ‘Seat in Coach’ & private City Tours as well as a multitude of options based on your interest. There are Boat Rides, Full Day trips, Helicopter Rides & Walking, Segway, Biking, Cultural, Nightlife Food, Wine Tours & we will be happy to suggest & arrange.  And, as you would expect of a major strategic city, hotels encompass all styles & budgets, so your Frankfurt Stopover can be budgeted as per your parameters.

A short break here can be especially appealing as the festive season approaches, as the city holds a month-long Christmas Fair where unique gifts of traditional local arts & crafts are on sale & delightful local delicacies can be sampled.

Put Frankfurt at the top of your list of short break and weekend break destinations. A unique experience is just the beginning……. Take the plunge now & yep iconic Frankfurt is waiting. Let The Journeys show you a city that is about far more than making money & changing planes. 

Come…be inspired & discover the World with us

Simply discover Frankfurt  enroute

 Hello Frankfurt 

 Frankfurt

 3 Days | 2 Nights

Alas, like all good things, your short glimpse of this enchanting city comes to an end & it is time to say au revoir.

 

Check-out of the hotel by 11:00 am (if the departure time is later in the evening, we will request the hotel to allow the use of the hotel facilities & leave the luggage at the Bell Desk if you have the time to walk out). 

 

Germany is full of wonderful culture that just wants to be discovered. There is something for everyone in this ancient country’s most diverse selection of towns & cities and its top Museums & other cultural institutions.

 

Frankfurt is a pretty modern city, home to businesses, skyscrapers & Europe's 3^rd largest Airport - all of which are state of the art. This may be why Frankfurt has a certain fondness for a wide array of Museums & the city is always a little ahead of its time but likes to keep records of it too.

 

With so much culture to explore & cuisine to taste in Frankfurt & beyond, spending 2 days here is bound to be a fantastic glimpse / experience but certainly not enough do justice to the city or the country.

 

So, you see, you have much more to discover if you come to enchanting Germany ‘again’ & we will of course, look forward to be able to facilitate that.

 

 “Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller” - Ibn Battuta

 

In time, you will be met by a Journeys Rep, who will ensure your comfort & transfer you to Terminal? - Frankfurt International Airport, for your onward journey.  B

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Enchanting Germany…prepare to be charmed

Hello Frankfurt 

What is included:

* Guaranteed departures with minimum 2 people.  Seat in Coach. There may be other participants and group size may vary.  Participants may come from all over the world and most of them will be English speaking. Private Transfers with English speaking Guide & vehicle can be arranged with a supplement cost.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Simply discover Frankfurt  & be back again
Hello Frankfurt 

And last but not least:

Departures:

Arrival in Frankfurt on Any day (minimum 2 guests)

Validity:

→ December 2024  

Prices:

We offer several accommodation choices for this Journey. The price varies by selected accommodations. The itinerary remains unchanged.

Exchange rates fluctuate with great frequency. As Rates are very fluid currently due to a host of reasons, there may be a slight change in the Pricing. Your personalised Proposal will depict the applicable Price. 

*Airfare fluctuates by the minute & the approximate range listed is for illustration only. Actual fare to be advised at the time of Booking.

** Supplements, if applicable, are to be advised at the time of Proposal / Booking.

Some important notes

• Flights are subject to constant modifications / delays and cancellations.  In such cases, we will do all possible to find the best available alternative / solution but will not accept any liability, whatsoever.
• Our rates only include those items which are specified in the Itinerary / Inclusions.
• The cost has been calculated on the existing tariffs / conditions and in case of any currency fluctuations or amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to revise the tour price accordingly.
• Our quotations are calculated on base category of accommodation at each property and are subject to modification, if the same hotel / category of room not available at the time of reservation. In that case, we will confirm a superior category of room at a comparable or better hotel and supplement charges, if any, shall be advised accordingly. Final Itinerary will illustrate updated information and / or it would be furnished at the time of confirmation.
• All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability at the time of booking. The from price reflects the lowest available price at time of publication, which is valid for a specific start date or dates and also based on availability at the time of booking.
• Room availability is getting saturated due to heavy demands from the tourism industry, international Fairs and Congresses. Due to these constant sold- out situations the hotels are applying the cancellation rules more stringently. Once the reservation is guaranteed, the booking will be subject to full cancellation charges as per our Terms & Conditions (details will be advised at the time of deposit). We strongly recommend obtaining Insurance to protect yourself against any unforeseen scenarios.
• Additional services including Optionals, if any, can be paid directly by the clients to our local offices 

The Journeys strongly recommends that all Guests purchase appropriate Travel Insurance (Trip Cancellation / Interruption & Medical) to cover any eventuality & / or Emergency. Between missed Connections, lost or delayed Luggage, or Medical Emergencies, you want some peace of mind that your travel investment is well protected. No matter who you buy from, please consider purchasing a Travel Protection Plan before you travel. Still unsure? Talk to us.