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Oktoberfest in Munich

Germany has always marched to a different drummer - Lederhosen, Oktoberfest, polka dancing, Bavarian pretzels, sauerkraut & drinking beer like no others. It is Europe at its most exotic Prepare for a roller coaster of feasts, treats & temptations as you take in Germany's soul-stirring scenery, spirit-lifting culture, big-city beauties, romantic palaces & half-timbered towns. Come……experience Germany with us……

Germany is a Western European country with a terrain of vast forests, rivers and mountain ranges, and 2 millennia of history. Berlin, its capital, is home to thriving art and nightlife scenes, iconic Brandenburg Gate and 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's something undeniably artistic in the way Germany's scenery unfolds - the corrugated, dune-fringed coasts of the north; the moody forests, romantic river valleys and vast vineyards of the centre, and 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's 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 and yes, Hitler & the Holocaust, but also the printing press, the automobile, aspirin & MP3 technology.

Renowned for cultural achievements & for its composers, painters, poets & philosophers, famous German citizens include composers Bach, Beethoven, Wagner, Brahms & Mendelssohn.  It is the birthplace of church reformer Martin Luther, scientists Albert Einstein & Wilhelm Rontgen; philosophers Kant & Nietzsche & Karl Marx. Goethe, Schiller, Hesse & Thomas Mann, the Brothers Grimm & other heavyweights who, each in their own way, have left their mark on human history. And Marlene Dietrich!

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.

Guests love Germany’s romantic images: dense forests, ancient fairytale castles, timber-framed architecture, lakes & mountains, cliffs, ruins & elaborate gardens. In contrast, large cities like Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Munich & Frankfurt offer vitality, modern urbanity & avant-garde styles.

Traditional German foods are hearty & comforting, with pork meat & potatoes being a staple. Outstanding beer is produced in over 1,200 breweries, and excellent wines thrive on the slopes of the southwest, in the Rhine Valley & Franconia.

There is fine craftsmanship & great shopping possibilities throughout Germany: wood carvings & religious

items, cuckoo clocks, glass, crystal, porcelain, knives & scissors, Christmas decorations, toys, lenses

(Zeiss Jena)… and BMW, Audi, Volkswagen & Porsche for quality cars.

And talking about Munich & that extravagantly vibrant Octoberfest, we are sure you would cherish the memories forever (with the photos & newly formed friendships, of course).  

The natural habitat of well-heeled power dressers & Lederhosen-clad thigh-slappers, Mediterranean-style street cafes and Mitteleuropa beer halls, highbrow art and high-tech industry, Germany’s unofficial southern capital, Munich is famous for its beautiful architecture, fine culture & the annual Oktoberfest beer celebration.

Munich's cultural scene is second to none in Germany, with the Museums even considered by some to outrank Berlin in quality & many travelers to Munich are absolutely stunned by the quality of the architecture. If you are looking for Alpine cliches, they’re all here, but the Bavarian metropolis has many an unexpected card down its Dirndl.

Munich’s walkable centre retains a small-town air but holds some world-class sights, especially art galleries and museums. Throw in royal Bavarian heritage, an entire suburb of Olympic legacy and a kitbag of dark tourism & it is clear why southern Germany’s metropolis is such a favourite among those who seek out the past but like to hit the town once they’re done.

Bavarian beer, cuisine and culture combine to make this one tour of Germany you don’t want to miss. Imagine singing along with tens of thousands accompanied by ‘oom pah pahs’, while locals clad in lederhosen and feathered hats dance on tables. This is Oktoberfest!

Easily one of the world’s largest festival, Oktoberfest is a two-week celebration of beer held in the heart of Bavaria. Every year, more than six million people come to participate in the general revelry, drinking liters of beer & eating countless traditional pork sausages.

Known locally as the Wiesn (nickname for the Theresienwiese - fairground) you get to try a huge variety of beers in 14 different tents while traditional German folk music plays in the background.

At noon on 22^nd September in the Schottenhamel Tent, the Mayor of Munich will have the honor of tapping the first keg of Oktoberfest beer during the official opening ceremonies. Once the barrel has been tapped, all visitors will then be allowed to quench their thirst. The festival will go until 7^th October.

You can enter the tents without any reservation. But, unless you have a seat in a tent you will not get served so consider booking a table. Tents fill up very quickly! When the tents are overfilled, you cannot enter anymore. On weekends, the entry is often closed before 11.00 am because of overfilling. During the week the tents are normally open until afternoon.

On the festival Sunday (23^rd September this year)  the Parade event takes place with 8000 participants dressed in historic festival costumes such as dirndles & lederhosen, followed by rifle clubs, decorated carriages, and marching bands, it makes for quite a sight.

Other important events are the Parade of Oktoberfest Landlords & Breweries, the Official Tapping of the Keg, the Oktoberfest Mass or the "Bollerschieben" (handheld canon salute) in front of the Bavaria statue.

Don't worry if you are not a beer expert or brewer though, we have had non-beer people "dragged along" with a beer loving friend or spouse only to discover that the trip & the beer were much more interesting than they originally thought.

Munich is rich in history, continental & local, and the architecture, streets, churches, gardens & public spaces reflect the best of centuries of competing cultures.

Our City Packages offer a wide variety of selected & recommended hotels, usually located in the city center & always include breakfast.

A unique experience is just the beginning……. Take the plunge now and yep….the iconic Oktoberfest  is waiting. Spectacular & surreal. A warm welcome awaits you & The Journeys is ready to take you on well, a journey (or journeys) of discovery.

Come……be inspired & discover the World with us

 

Enchanting Germany… here we come….

Oktoberfest in Munich

Munich

Finally, it is time to say good-bye.

 

Check-out of the hotel by 12:00 noon (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). 

 

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

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Enchanting Germany… here we come….

Oktoberfest in Munich

* 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.

 

 

Enchanting Germany… here we come….

Oktoberfest in Munich 

And last but not least:

Departures:

Arrival in Munich on Any day (minimum 2 guests)

Validity:

17 September - 03 October 2022  

Prices:

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

Exchange rates fluctuate on a daily basis. Please contact us for current pricing and we will respond within 24 hours.

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.