Eastern Germany-Prague-Southern Poland
This unique road trip covers a wide range of geographical landscapes, cultural experiences and historic towns in a short time. From Baroque palaces to medieval towns, cobblestone streets to chic night clubs, from concentration camps to underground mines, from verdant fields to stunning rock formations – this is truly Europe on a platter.
Trip Highlights
- Visit the absolutely stunning Wurzburg Residenz – one of the most important Baroque palaces in Europe
- Take a night watchman tour of romantic medieval town of Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber in Germany
- Visit the UNESCO Heritage city of Bamberg and attend an organ concert in it’s 10th century cathedral
- Continue to the Bohemian city of Prague, where charming church spires, cobblestone streets and fairy-tale clocks share the spotlight with trendy bars and chic nightclubs
- Explore Czech countryside including the unique bones cathedral at Kutná Hora
- Visit the Wieliczka Salt mine and be humbled by Auschwitz Concentration camp – a dark but essential glimpse into World War history
- Spend a day in Dresden and be awed by the stunning rock formations of Bastei, also known as Saxon Switzerland
Which Visa Do I Need
Indian citizens require Schengen Visa for visiting all the destinations in this itinerary. US & UK passport holders do not require visa.
Length of Stay
We recommend at least 10-12 days for this itinerary. 3 days in Germany, 3 days in Prague, 3 days in Krakow and 2 days in Bastei-Dresden
Best time to visit
This region is best visited from April through October. July & August tend to be overcrowded with tourists. Winters are cold, with plenty of snow, and some activities/locations (especially Saxon Switzerland) may be closed
neoclassical architecture, nightwatchman tour, back-country drives, vibrant nightlife, saxon switzerland, auschwitz concentration camp, underground salt mines
Did you know
- Dresden hosts one of the largest porcelain tile artworks in the world. The Furstenzug or Procession of Princes is a 101-metre long work of art, made out of 24.000 porcelain tiles and depicting dukes, kings, and scientists.Â
- Toothpaste was invented in Dresden! Pharmacist Ottomar Heinsius von Mayenburg produced the first version of this now common product in 1907
- The main market square of Krakow (pictured above) is the largest medieval market square in Europe
- Prague, home to the Pilsner beer, has the worlds highest per-capita beer consumption – with an incredible 155 liters per year per person.Â
- Prague Castle is the largest castle in the world. Built in the ninth century, Prague Castle its spreads over 18 acres and is home to cathedrals, chapels, royal palaces and gorgeous ornamental gardens.Â
