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- German
- English
Visit two of Germany's most charming places on a full-day trip from Frankfurt. With an expert guide to show you around Heidelberg, you'll explore the ruins at Heidelberg Castle and see its medieval Old Town, the Karl Theodor Bridge and Heidelberg University. Your afternoon is spent discovering the UNESCO World Heritage-listed stretch of the Rhine River Valley, where you'll embark on a River Rhine cruise before enjoying a local wine-tasting session and dinner.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Departure at 09:30 am / Frankfurt, Wiesenhuettenplatz 38 / SIDEWALK Your guide will pick you up there! Meeting time: always 10 minutes before departure Take note: Do not enter the hotel Le Meridien at this place, we do not pick up in the hotel lobby and also not directly at the entrance.
Itinerary
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1Schloss Heidelberg
Start off with a delightful morning tour to romantic Heidelberg. We will visit the Heidelberg Castle ruins high above the valley and landmark of the city. Take a walk through the large, impressing courtyard with its medieval residential buildings. From the large terrace you will enjoy a fantastic panorama view over historic Heidelberg. In the cellar vaults we show you the largest wine barrels worldwide.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2
On a walking tour through the crooked alleyways of the beautiful old city centre of Heidelberg you will come to see the Karl's Gate and the Old Bridge, the House of the Knights and the Church of the Holy Spirit - to mention only some of the important sights.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Assmannshausen
In the afternoon we will explore the UNESCO Wold Heritage site Upper Middle Rhine Valley with its vineyards and picturesque small towns. See the mighty medieval castles - the area has the highest density of such buildings in Europe. Enjoy an entertaining lesson in the history of wine growing of the valley dating back to ancient Roman times along with some small tastes of local wines. One of the top highlights is the river cruise on one of the traditional Rhine steamers. Dinner in a beautiful restaurant right at the riverside. Ride back to Frankfurt.
3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Audioguide at Heidelberg Castle in several languages available on request (approx. 6.00 euros)
- In the event of bad weather or water conditions etc. the route of the boat ride may vary. In some cases boats might not operate. In this case we will visit a castle or historic site instead.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Audioguide at Heidelberg Castle in several languages available on request (approx. 6.00 euros)
- In the event of bad weather or water conditions etc. the route of the boat ride may vary. In some cases boats might not operate. In this case we will visit a castle or historic site instead.
- Infants and children must sit in a child seat, which means they need a separate seat, no matter which age (legal regulation)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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