Fairytale Castles of Western Bavaria NEW Destination Itinerary Day 1 Arrival in Lermoos After driving southwards through Germany, we arrive at our destination in the Austrian Tyrol. Day 2 Lermoos Enjoy a day at leisure in Lermoos; why not take the opportunity to explore this typical Tyrolean town? Lermoos has been a settlement since around 49BC and lies 1,000m above sea level, forming both an excellent summer and winter location. You could take the Zugspitze cable car up to the top of Germany’s highest mountain, or spend time investigating the town itself. Day 3 Neuschwanstein & Fussen 82km We make the journey to the fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein, King Ludwig’s castle as featured in the film ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’. Marvel at the beautiful battlements and views of the surrounding area as you explore this magnificent castle. (Please note that there are steps throughout the castle). Constructed by King Ludwig II in the 19th Century, this castle remains one of the finest examples of German romantic castles and complements the fantastic Hohenschwangau Castle, which forms our next destination of the day. Neuschwanstein Castle, ©BAYERN TOURISMUS Marketing GmbH Photographer - Brandl, A.J. Actually completed before Neuschwanstein, this residence was the summer home of Ludwig’s father, PACKAGED ITINERARIES PACKAGED King Maximilian, and was where Ludwig spent much of 5 DAYS from only £259 his childhood. We continue onwards to enjoy free time in the outstanding town of Fussen before returning to our hotel for dinner. Hotel Edelweiss NEW Lermoos, Tyrol Day 4 Schloss Linderhof & Oberammergau & Garmisch 146km Our day commences with a visit to the beautiful castle MOUNTAIN CENTRAL and gardens of Schloss Linderhof, with admission GERMANY VIEWS LOCATION included. This luxurious Rococo residence in Louis XV style is said to be where King Ludwig spent most of his time. Enamoured with Versailles, Ludwig borrowed many features from that magnificent palace and replicated This outstanding 4 star hotel enjoys an excellent touring them here in miniature. We journey onwards a short Neuschwanstein Castle location, being within reach of Bavaria and is also only 5 distance to the Bavarian village of Oberammergau, Fussen minutes’ walk from the pretty town of Lermoos. There is where we will enjoy free time exploring the town Schloss Linderhof plenty of space in which to relax in and around the hotel, made famous by the Passion Play which takes place including the beautiful mountain-view terrace. Each of the here every 10 years. Enjoy some free time here before 145 bedrooms is spacious with excellent all-round views and Garmisch-Partenkirchen we make a leisurely return to our hotel via the town of has TV and hairdryer. The hotel also has excellent leisure Garmisch-Partenkirchen, a town of 2 distinct halves Hohenschwangau Castle facilities with an indoor swimming pool and sauna. Relax and once the home of the composer Richard Strauss. and enjoy the views from the outdoor mountain terrace Lermoos For music fans, there is the opportunity to visit the before dining in the large restaurant. Richard Strauss Institute. Ground AUSTRIA 12 Lift 17 Floor Rooms 15 Bar Day 5 Depart After our last breakfast, bid a fond farewell and travel to Innsbruck our overnight hotel on the way home. Imst 13 Restaurant 16 Free Onsite 5 Days Half Board Distances – Port to Resort Calais - Lermoos 992km 01 APRIL 2013 – 31 OCTOBER 2013 Dunkirk - Lermoos 953km Twin from £259.00 to £274.00 Hook of Holland - Lermoos 875km Single Supplement £40.00 Rotterdam - Lermoos 872km Excludes peak Eurotunnel and P&O supplements dates – Zeebrugge - Lermoos 884km see page 122 for details Amsterdam - Lermoos 854km Inclusions Distances are one way and approximate • Return short sea P&O or Eurotunnel crossings • 4 nights half board • Porterage • Welcome glass of sparkling wine • Choice of menu • Tea/coffee after dinner • Tyrolean Buffet on Thursday night • Live music and dancing on Wednesdays & Saturdays • Free use of leisure facilities • Entrance to Neuschwanstein • Entrance to Hohenschwangau Castle • Entrance to Schloss Linderhof Hohenschwangau Palace Hotel Edelweiss ©BAYERN TOURISMUS Marketing GmbH [email protected] 25.