Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Private Tour from Munich

Discover the enchanting Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castles on a guided day trip from Munich. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of King Ludwig II and explore the picturesque villages of Hohenschwangau and Oberammergau.

Duration: 9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Schloss Neuschwanstein - Your private tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in Munich and drive to Hohenschwangau village. then we take the shuttle bus to Marienbrücke, a 19th-century crossing that overlooks the Pöllat Gorge. Gaze down at Neuschwanstein Castle with its elaborate turrets and parapets, and then pose for photos set against the backdrop of the heart-stopping Tegelberg mountain.

Then, head inside Neuschwanstein Castle for your walking tour, and learn how it was built for King Ludwig II in the 19th century. While the Romanesque Revival castle was intended as Ludwig’s retreat, the building was never completed and the king spent less than half a year living inside it. Admire the stately interiors, including murals that pay homage to compose Richard Wagner – Ludwig’s operatic idol – inside the Minstrel’s Hall. Explore rooms like Ludwig’s bedroom and admire the dazzling ornamentation of the Byzantine Throne Room.

  • Oberammergau Museum - travel onward to the village of Oberammergau, where the famous Passion Play is held once every 10 years. Explore the village, admiring its pretty Lüftlmalerei (painted houses).
  • Schloss Linderhof - then travel to Linderhof Castle – another of Ludwig’s former homes.

Nestled deep in the forest, Linderhof was the castle where the eccentric king spent most of his time. Step inside to see its lavish rooms such as the Hall of Mirrors and the Audience Chamber, and then visit the outside Venus Grotto – an artificial cave said to be modeled on Capri’s Blue Grotto (at the moment the Grotto is closed for maintenance works until further notice).

What's Included
  • Local taxes included
  • Guided by a professional
  • Air-conditioned minivan or private vehicle transport
  • Skip-the-line entry to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castles
  • Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the highlights of Bavaria in a day trip from Munich, guided by a knowledgeable local! Explore the renowned attractions – Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Castle – as you gain insights about King Ludwig II, the introverted yet lavish 19th-century ruler who resided in these enchanting castles. Make a stop at the picturesque villages of Hohenschwangau and Oberammergau.

  • Good walking shoes required
  • Participants must be able to walk uphill
Location
Schloss Neuschwanstein
Neuschwansteinstrasse 20
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Patricia_o
Jul 6, 2024
FABULOUS EXPERIENCE - DON'T HESITATE! JUST BOOK IT! We had a fabulous day exploring these iconic castles, and we couldn't have picked a better tour guide than David. He was so personable, and he made the day so fun for our family. It was well worth the extra money to book a private tour and ride in total comfort without dealing with any lines or groups of people packed on busses. We highly recommend this tour and ask for David!
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Elliot_k
Jul 4, 2024
Visit those castles - Superb tour guide. Excellent tour. Was very happy, even in the rain. Tour guide went out and bought umbrellas for us.
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Laura_g
Jul 4, 2024
Great day in Bavaria - David was a fabulous guide, very informative, knowledgeable, and flexible. We got a great overview of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, and had a delicious lunch in an adorable town. David knew the destinations and roads like the back of his hand; when we got stuck in traffic he knew an alternate route so that we didn’t miss our tour at the castle. He also kept our 3 children entertained! He gave extra details about the destinations and their history that were not covered in the main tours. We highly recommend this tour and David specifically!
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Jennifer_m
Jun 16, 2024
Castle Tour from Munich-a day well spent. - I wanted to thank this tour operator for being willing to work with us after a big mistake on my part. They could have rightfully cancelled because of it, but worked with us to try and give us a complete tour. We are grateful for their kindness. Jan (pronounced Yan) was an excellent guide and we were glad to have help maneuver the transportation to and from Munich to see the castles. It is a day well spent and we appreciated his knowledge and guidance. That part of Bavaria is breathtaking. Neuschwanstein is a stunning castle that almost looks unreal. The Linderhof palace is like nothing I've ever seen!
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Kathleen_s
Jun 12, 2024
Great Day! - This is a great way to see Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Oberammergau from Munich. Martin was very interesting, informative, organized and prepared. We got to enjoy the ride and experience the day’s adventures without any stress! Highly recommend!
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Carol_g
Jun 3, 2024
Excellent - Julie was a delightful young lady - she was very good ensuring we understood each step of our tours. She was an excellent driver and very accommodating in our needs. We never felt rushed and we were very comfortable during the day. Her English was excellent - her recommendation for lunch gave us the opportunity to enjoy the best strudel we have ever had! While on route to our second destination we encountered a roadblock that would have required a 40 minute detour. Julie navigated a back road short cut that was both time saving and beautiful through farm roads. We highly recommend this tour.
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Jamofpearls
May 30, 2024
Amazing Tour!!! - Janos picked us up from our hotel and gave us a great history lesson to our destination. We had a great time touring and can't recommend this experience enough!
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Kay_c
Apr 26, 2024
Castles - Such a wonderful day-we were picked up at our hotel and the experience was top notch. In addition to our tours, we were able to experience the charming Bavarian village of Oberammergau, where we enjoyed shopping and lunch on our own. Everything was so charming and it even snowed! Thank you for a great experience!
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Lmdental
Jan 31, 2024
Excellent! - Astrid is an excellent, knowledgeable guide. She has accommodated all our needs during this delightful day tour ,going beyond our schedule. We would rate Astrid as one of top 3 tour guides we have used in our history of travel. She is a true professional and I would highly recommend Astrid to any potential travellers
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Jessicak918
Jan 21, 2024
Fantastic Tours from Munich - We could not have been more pleased with our tours! We booked two day tours from Munich and our guides were Sandro, Astrid and Barbara. All 3 were perfect and we’ve considered booking another trip specifically around touring with them.
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