Breakfast at Le Pain Quotidien

Start your day with Belgian pastries and artisanal coffee at this local bakery chain

Visit Grand Place

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage central square surrounded by ornate guildhalls and the Town Hall

Lunch at Chez Léon

Enjoy classic moules-frites and Belgian beer in a lively brasserie setting

Belgian Comic Strip Center

Discover the history of Belgian comics, from Tintin to The Smurfs, in a stunning Art Nouveau building

Transport to Atomium

Take metro line 6 from De Brouckère station to Heysel for the Atomium

Visit Atomium

Climb inside the iconic 102-meter structure for panoramic views and interactive exhibits

Dinner at La Roue d'Or

Relish traditional Flemish stews and local specialties in an art deco setting

Evening walk at Mont des Arts

Enjoy illuminated city panoramas and sculptures at this historic cultural complex

Train to Bruges

Take the IC train from Brussels-Midi to Bruges central station

Breakfast at Stach

Sample Belgian waffles and coffee at this trendy café near the station

Canal Boat Tour

See Bruges medieval architecture from the water on a one-hour guided boat tour

Lunch at Den Dyver

Pair regional beers with refined Flemish dishes in a cozy setting

Climb Belfry of Bruges

Ascend the 366 steps for panoramic views over the city

Groeninge Museum

Explore Flemish Primitives painting collection in this intimate art museum

Dinner at 't Zwart Huis

Dine in a historic townhouse serving modern Belgian cuisine

Evening stroll at Market Square

Experience the evening ambiance of Bruges illuminated by medieval architecture

Train to Cologne

Travel from Bruges to Cologne via Brussels-Midi and high-speed Thalys

Lunch at Brauhaus Sion

Enjoy traditional Kölsch beer and local dishes in a classic brewery

Visit Cologne Cathedral

Tour the Gothic masterpiece and climb the south tower for city views

Rhine River Cruise

Take a 90-minute panorama cruise along the Rhine to see the city skyline

Dinner at Früh am Dom

Sample schnitzel, sausages, and Kölsch in a lively brewpub near the cathedral

Evening walk on Hohenzollern Bridge

Enjoy views of the illuminated cathedral and thousands of love locks

Breakfast at Café Rico

Fuel up with artisan pastries and fresh coffee at this hip café

Museum Ludwig

Explore modern art collections including Picasso and Pop Art

Lunch at Peters Brauhaus

Taste hearty German fare and house-brewed beer near the Old Town

Chocolate Museum

Learn about chocolate history and enjoy a tasting at this riverside museum

Relax at Rheinpark

Stroll along landscaped gardens with riverside views and art installations

Dinner in Belgian Quarter

Enjoy international cuisine at one of the neighborhood’s vibrant eateries

Train to Amsterdam

Board IC train from Cologne to Amsterdam Centraal

Lunch at Foodhallen

Sample diverse street food and local bites in an indoor market setting

Canal Belt Walking Tour

Join a guided walking tour through the UNESCO-listed canal district

Anne Frank House

Visit the historic house and museum documenting Anne Frank’s life

Relax at Vondelpark

Enjoy a leisurely stroll or bike ride in Amsterdam’s largest city park

Dinner at Moeders

Taste traditional Dutch comfort food in a quirky home-style restaurant

Breakfast at Bakers & Roasters

Enjoy New Zealand-style brunch with fresh juices and coffee

Rijksmuseum

Explore Dutch Golden Age paintings including Rembrandt’s Night Watch

Lunch at De Kas

Dine on farm-to-table cuisine in a greenhouse setting

Van Gogh Museum

Admire the world’s largest collection of Van Gogh paintings

Bike along IJ River

Rent a bike and cycle the scenic routes along the IJ waterfront

Dinner at Restaurant Greetje

Sample elevated traditional Dutch dishes in a cozy canal house

Train to Munich

Depart Amsterdam Centraal on ICE train to Munich Hauptbahnhof

Hotel Check-In & Rest

Settle into your accommodation and freshen up

Dinner at Hofbräuhaus

Experience Bavaria’s most famous beer hall with hearty dishes and live music

Evening stroll at Marienplatz

See the New Town Hall and Glockenspiel light show

Nightcap at Augustiner-Keller

Enjoy an after-dinner beer in a traditional beer garden

Breakfast at Viktualienmarkt

Sample Bavarian delicacies and fresh produce at the daily market

Oktoberfest Opening Ceremonies

Join the brewery parade and tapping of the first keg at Theresienwiese

Lunch in Oktoberfest Tent

Enjoy roast chicken, pretzels, and Maß beer in a lively tent

Explore Oktoberfest Attractions

Ride historic carousels, try local snacks, and soak up the festival atmosphere

Dinner at Löwenbräukeller

Dine on Bavarian specialties with house-brewed beer away from the main festival crowds

Evening at Oktoberfest

Return to the festival for music and dancing under the fest tent

Breakfast at Café Frischhut

Try fresh Schmalznudel and Rohrnudel pastries

Visit Deutsches Museum

Explore science and technology exhibits in the world’s largest museum of its kind

Lunch at Zum Augustiner

Taste classic Bavarian dishes with Augustiner beer

Visit Nymphenburg Palace Gardens

Wander through baroque gardens and visit the palace interior (optional)

Return to Oktoberfest

Enjoy evening festivities with local music and beer

Dinner at Oktoberfest Food Stalls

Sample sausage varieties, pretzels, and festival snacks

Breakfast at Rischart

Enjoy fresh bread and pastries at this Bavarian bakery

English Garden Walk

Stroll through one of the world’s largest urban parks and see surfers on the Eisbach

Lunch at Chinesischer Turm Beer Garden

Enjoy Bavarian beer under chestnut trees

Pinakothek der Moderne

Discover modern art, design, and architecture in one venue

Coffee break at Man Versus Machine

Sip specialty coffee before the evening activities

Dinner at Schneider Bräuhaus

Relish Weisswurst and wheat beer in a historic brewery

Train to Füssen

Catch regional train to Füssen for Neuschwanstein Castle

Visit Neuschwanstein Castle

Guided tour of the fairy-tale castle that inspired Disney

Lunch in Hohenschwangau Village

Enjoy Bavarian specialties at a cozy alpine inn

Walk to Marienbrücke

Hike to the bridge for the best views of Neuschwanstein over the gorge

Return to Munich

Train from Füssen back to Munich Hauptbahnhof

Dinner at Wirtshaus in der Au

Savor regional dishes and local beer by the Isar river

Train to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Scenic regional train to the Bavarian Alps town

Hike Partnach Gorge

Explore dramatic rock formations and waterfalls on a guided hike

Lunch at Alpenhof

Enjoy hearty Bavarian food with mountain views

Cable Car to Zugspitze

Ascend Germany’s highest peak for panoramic Alpine vistas

Return to Munich

Train back to Munich Hauptbahnhof

Dinner at Andechser am Dom

Dine on monastic-brewed beer and Bavarian classics near the cathedral

Breakfast at Café Luitpold

Elegant pastries in a historic setting

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial

Reflect at the memorial and museum of the first Nazi concentration camp

Lunch at Alois Dallmayr

Experience gourmet delicatessen cuisine at the famous market

Pinakothek der Alten Meister

See masterpieces by Raphael, Rembrandt, and Bosch

Coffee at Vits der Kaffee

Relax with specialty coffee before evening plans

Dinner at Tantris

Indulge in Michelin-starred degustation menu

Breakfast at Rischart

Grab fresh pastries before departure

Pack and Check-Out

Return keys and settle hotel bill

Train to Munich Airport

Take S-Bahn S1 or S8 from Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen München

Arrive at Munich Airport

Proceed through security and explore airport amenities

Flight Departure

Board your international flight home