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Neuschwanstein Castle by luxury BUS incl. Alpine Bike Ride or Hohenschwangau

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Munich, Germany

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Enjoy a day filled with Bavarian charm & unbeatable value! Our tour offers 2 exciting options:

1. Scenic Bike Ride & Brewery Lunch (not incl.) with Castle Tour & GUARANTEED SKIP THE LINE CASTLE ENTRY TICKETS WHICH YOU PURCHASE FROM YOUR GUIDE ON THE DAY SO DO BRING CASH WITH YOU.

Relax on a scenic bike ride through the picturesque Bavarian countryside with a leisurely ride on flat terrain, suitable for all skill levels.
Return to a brewery for lunch & beer (lunch not incl.).
Hike or ride the bus up to Mary's Bridge for breathtaking views
Tour the castle.

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2. Skip the lines and explore Hohenschwangau Castle instead (add. €23.50 pp, subject to availability). Our guides will ensure you arrive on time with pre-purchased tickets.

Important Information:

Castle tickets (€23.00 pp & €3.50 pp kids -17 & under) are not incl. & can be purchased in cash from your guide on the day.

Please bring cash for castle tickets & any additional expenses.

The Tour Concludes @ 7:15 PM in Munich.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned luxury coach
  • Use of bicycle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Entry fees for Hohenschwangau Castle if available.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Bräuhausstraße
80331 München, Germany

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Start Time • Daily 8:30 AM

What To Expect

Isartor

We start our tour in the heart of Munich - easy to reach by bus, train or taxi as it is located close to the Hofbrauhaus.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Romantic Road (Pass By)

We pass through some parts of this scenic road on the way to the castle first thing in the morning with majestic view of the Alps and the Bavarian countryside.
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Schwangau Castle Brewery

Our bike ride part of the tour begins here after a short safety briefing. Along the way we will see spectacular views of the Bavarian & Austrian Alps and stop for some great "Insta - Photo's" and have the opportunity to swim in an Alpine Lake. We then make our way back, store the bikes and then have our pre-ordered lunch and locally brewed beer in a beer garden whilst enjoying the views of both the Hohenschwangau Castle and the Neuschwanstein castle. In case of rain, we get to sit inside the brewerey.Should you not want to do the bike ride then you will have gotten off at the Ticket office and rejoined the group after our lunch back at the Ticket office, four hours later.
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Schwansee

We ride our bikes to this lake where we can also swim in summer so please bring swimming gear. This is optional and should you not choose to swim then one can take photos of both Hohenschwangau castle and Neuschwanstein castle or just enjoy the great outdoors.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Infostelle Hohenschwangau (Pass By)

We get to see the village of Hohenschwangau as we begin our hike up to the castle and Mary's bridge. Please bring good shoes for the hike up. If you choose not to hike, there is a bus that takes you up to Mary's bridge at an additional cost of 3,50€ per person.
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Schloss Hohenschwangau (Pass By)

The regular tour gets to see this Castle from the outside but you can opt not to do the bike ride and instead tour this castle. Tickets can also be obtained from your guide on the day at an additional cost of 22€ per person - only if available. Due to high demand this may not always be the case. No standing in line here either.
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Schloss Neuschwanstein

Discover one of Bavaria's most spectacular Castles with our experienced guides who are with you every step of the way. Take a bus to the top or enjoy a hike through a forest to get to Mary's Bridge for an unforgettable experience and photo opportunities galore. From here we make our way to the entrance of the castle to begin your guided tour, which can only be done with our "skip the line" tickets at a cost of 18,50€ pp (this includes an online booking fee which is not shown on the actual ticket). Your guide will sort this out with you in person on the bus on the way to the castle which avoids all the hassles you will encounter when you do this on your own.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Alpsee (Pass By)

We see this serene lake whilst we hike to the castle.
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Queen Mary's Bridge (Marienbrucke)

Your guide will get you to the bridge on time so you do not miss your castle entry time.Please be aware that in high season it may happen that the line is too long to get onto the actual bridge which, should we wait would mean we miss our castle entry time. This will be your guides discretion and does not happen to often, in which case we take you to our " Secret Spot" for a photo of the bridge and the castle so you do not miss out altogether.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Bring cash on day for incidentals and entry fees
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Neuschwanstein Castle by luxury BUS incl. Alpine Bike Ride or Hohenschwangau?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Air-conditioned luxury coach
  • Use of bicycle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Bike ride and helmet included
  • Professional guide - English speaker.
  • Local guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Entry fees for Hohenschwangau Castle if available.
  • Tour of Hohenschwangua Castle not included but can be bought from the guide on the day
  • Tour of Neuschwanstein Castle not included but Tickets can be bought on the bus from guide
  • "Skip the line" Castle tickets which can be bought on bus from guide - Pls pay for these in cash

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Bring cash on day for incidentals and entry fees
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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