Bavaria's Winter Forest
The largest range of unbroken forested mountains between the Atlantic Ocean and the Urals - an unspoilt region and Germany's first National Park.
The largest range of unbroken forested mountains between the Atlantic Ocean and the Urals - an unspoilt region and Germany's first National Park.
Germany’s Bavarian Forest is the largest range of forested mountains between the Atlantic Ocean and the Urals – yet it remains largely unknown to mass tourism. Partly because of its remote location and the fact that most roads came to a dead-end at the “Iron Curtain” – the border between Germany and Czechoslovakia. It is an area of striking unspoiled beauty, much of it untouched by human development and was Germany’s first National Park. Medieval trading routes between Bavaria and the Habsburg Kingdom have left traces of a fascinating history – ruined castles, beautiful churches, and intricate glass production to name a few. The highlight of any visit to the forest is a guided walk through the highest echelons of the treetop canopy and ascending a 120 feet tall spiral viewing platform to be rewarded with incredible views.
ITINERARY
Sunday - Very early morning departure from Dorset via channel crossing to Calais and through France for overnight hotel stop at Reims. 3 course set menu dinner and breakfast included.
Monday - Over the mighty Rhine and across Southern Germany into Bavaria. We are welcomed to Honenau and the bags are portered. After settling in enjoy a delicious 3 course dinner (set menu on arrival day - choices on all others)
Tuesday - A scenic drive through Bavaria's wintry countryside, passing the Grosser Arber, the regions highest mountain. Our journey brings us to Bodenmais, where we shall visit Joska World Crystal - a sparkling theme-park of glass where glass blowers demonstrate the traditional skills and you can have a go yourself. Later this afternoon we shall take a horse-drawn sleigh ride through the snowy forest with a visit to a skiing hut with snacks and live music provided.
Wednesday - Visit the city of Passau, where a local guide will escort us on a discovery walk and uncover the history and culture of the town which sits at the confluence of 3 rivers. The old town is famed for its baroque architecture and the onion shaped domes of its cathedral towers. A 13th century hill-top fortress now houses the city museum and overlooks the River Danube. It is a romantic city and is sure to enthrall you. On return to our hotel this evening we shall enjoy a magical guided torch-lit walk around the village with mulled wine to follow.
Thursday - This morning call at a Husky farm, with a guided tour focusing on the housing, feeding and training of the dogs. Enjoy a hot drink here before heading out on a stunning guided walk through the treetops in the village of Neuschonau on the edge of the Bavarian Forest. You will make your way through the highest echelons of the forest , pausing to learn and explore along the way, then ascend the 120 feet tall viewing platform. This is a beautiful piece of architecture, a huge wooden spiral that guides you gently up - formed around a gigantic living tree - which finally emerges above the tree-line and reveals a stunning panorama.
Friday - We bid our kind hosts a fond farewell and head back across Germany for overnight stay in Reims with 3 course set menu dinner and breakfast.
Saturday - Homewards via Calais and afternoon channnel crossing into UK. Return to Dorset late that evening.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Located in the market square of this charming Bavarian village this family run hotel offers comfortable accommodation and a warm welcome. All 80 bedrooms have a balcony, private bathroom, hairdryer, television with satellite channels, radio/alarm, seating, kettle (bring your own tea-bags etc.) bottle of water and wifi. There is a stylish regional restaurant providing a hot buffet breakfast and 3 course dinner with choice of menu. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s leisure facilities which include an indoor pool and sauna. The bar is a great place to socialise and discuss the amazing sightseeing and special visits we have planned. A lift serves all floors and porterage is included.
TOUR PRICE: £888.00 Per Person
Single room supplement: £160.00
Total Tourist taxes payable locally £15.00
Price includes: All coach travel, Return channel crossings, 2 x overnight hotel in Reims, 4 nights hotel in Hohenau, Half board meals, Porterage in Germany, Use of leisure facilities, Entry to Joska Crystal, Horse-drawn sleigh ride, Ski hut snacks & music, Local guide in Passau, Torch-lit walk, Entry to Husky farm, Entry to Treetop Walk with guide.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Other Points in Dorset | Phone us to discuss a convenient pick up. |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Queens Avenue | Dorchester, Bus stop end of Queens Avenue |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ridgeway Bottom (DNU) | DO NOT USE |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Upwey (DNU) | DO NOT USE |
| Value House | Value House Car Park |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
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