Departure K-Town: Jewels of Switzerland (Rhine Falls, Zurich & Lucerne)

Whether it’s the mountainous landscapes or lakeside vineyards, impressive views are around every corner on our Jewels of Switzerland summer trip! See Europe’s largest waterfall, pass snow-capped peaks and stop to visit Zurich and Lucerne, two of Switzerland’s can’t-miss destinations.

Let us handle the details

  • Private Transportation
  • Experienced Trip Leader
  • Entrance Fee
  • Local Tour Guide

Your trip includes

• Round-trip direct bus transportation
• Parking lot in Kaiserslautern
• Rhine Falls entrance fee
• See Zurich and Lucerne
• Explore Europe Trip Leader

Your trip highlights

• Relax with comfortable, air-conditioned transportation
• Spectacular Swiss mountain scenery
• Admire Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall
• See Lucerne with its Old Town, admiring medieval streets, ornate fountains and beautiful lakeside walkways
• Swiss chocolate and cheese fondue

Itinerary

Saturday, July 15th, 2023
Depart at 5:00am from Kaiserslautern and cross into Switzerland to visit the beautiful Rhine Falls. In addition to free time to explore Europe’s largest waterfall at your leisure, enjoy a photo stop outside the medieval Laufen Castle. Then, we’ll make our way to Zurich for some free time for lunch before heading to picturesque Lucerne, Switzerland’s idyllic Alpine town. Shop for Swiss watches and delicious Swiss chocolates or stroll over the Chapel Bridge, a 17th-century covered footbridge, for views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps. The remaining afternoon is free to explore on your own, or you can add an optional excursion:

Panoramic Lake Lucerne Cruise 29€ pp
This cruise provides the perfect end to a delightful day. Relax on the main or upper deck of the spacious 161-ft (49-meter) vessel while you listen to commentary about the majestic sights via an audio headset. With an expert captain at the helm, you’ll motor past forested hillsides and verdant meadows nestled against looming mountain peaks.

In the evening at 7pm, travel back to Kaiserslautern. Our estimated time of return is around 11:45pm.

BOOK IN ADVANCE AND SAVE
Early Bird: Book this trip by May 15 for only €99 and save €30!
Regular price after May 15 is €129 per adult

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING PASSPORTS: A valid tourist passport is required for this trip. Please make sure that you are traveling with the appropriate passport.

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Kaiserslautern, Germany.

Address: Daennerplatz, 67657 Kaiserslautern (free to park for our passengers)

K-Town Bus Departure Point

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IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING PASSPORTS: A valid tourist passport is required for this trip. Please make sure that you are traveling with the appropriate passport.

 

How’s the weather?

Lucerne & Zurich, Switzerland

Average Low Average High

Transportation
Included transportation on this tour is by bus.

Passport and Visa Requirements
A tourist passport is required for all trips outside of Germany.

Important passport rules are as follows:
If you have a passport with a SOFA stamp on any page (a “No-Fee” passport), you are provided permission to reside in Germany, NOT to travel outside of Germany. You have to have a tourist passport in addition to the SOFA/”No-Fee” passport to travel outside of Germany. You cannot travel with a RED Official passport as that is used only for the purpose of a mission or deployment. If you have a passport with a detachable SOFA card clipped inside, it is acceptable to travel with as that was issued originally as a tourist passport. If you are not sure: a tourist passport will be BLUE and will be valid for 10 years for adults. It cannot contain a SOFA stamp on any page or it is not acceptable. A child’s tourist passport (under 15 years of age) is valid for 5 years, but will not have a SOFA stamp in it anywhere. All of this information has been verified to be correct with the Grafenwoehr Passport Office.

Baggage Allowance
Each adult is entitled to one luggage and one personal item. Luggage should be able to be stored below the bus and the personal item should contain whatever you might need on the bus. Pillows and blankets do not count for the personal item. If you have additional items such as strollers, carseats, etc. please send us a message to make those arrangements.

Currency
The Swiss franc is the currency you will be using on your trip. We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks, as needed. You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees. We suggest that you inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans, so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.

Time Zones
Switzerland has the same time zone as Germany, Central European Time (CET).

Cuisine
Swiss food is varied and sophisticated, and some popular dishes include sausages, breaded veal fillets, freshwater fish and cheese dishes such as fondue and raclette. Be sure to try Swiss chocolate, which is among the world’s finest.

Health
There are no major health risks when traveling to Switzerland. It is always advisable to check with your doctor or health-care provider for the latest updates.

Tipping
At the conclusion of your trip, it’s customary to offer your Trip Leader a gratuity. We recommend tipping €1-2 per person per day for your Trip Leader. Tips can only be paid in cash.

Travel Insurance
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Departure Graf: Prague

Join us as we visit Prague, home to a number of famous cultural attractions, many of which survived the violence and destruction of 20th-century Europe.

Let us handle the details

  • Experienced Trip Leader
  • Private Transportation
  • Local Tour Guide

Your trip includes

• Round-trip direct bus transportation
• Own parking lot in Graf for your exclusive use
• Guided tour with licensed local guide
• Explore Europe Trip Leader

Your trip highlights

• Prague Castle’s courtyards and the Old Town
• Artists & artistry on the Charles Bridge
• Taste Czech Beer at its freshest
• Dark coffee & flaky pastries in bohemian cafes

Itinerary

Depart at 6:30 am from Grafenwoehr and travel along the highway by bus to Prague.

Welcome to Czech Republic! After an included breakfast buffet, this morning discover why Prague is known as the City of One Hundred Spires on a guided tour:

– See Prague Castle, from which Charles IV governed the Holy Roman Empire
– Admire the soaring Gothic vaults of St. Vitus Cathedral
– Walk down to the Malá Strana district to sip a coffee at a local cafe
– Cross the elegant Charles Bridge for breathtaking views of the city
– Stroll through Old Town Square to view the 15th-century Astronomical Clock

After some free time for lunch,  spend the rest of the day at your leisure or add optional excursion.

Guided Optional Excursion – Vltava River Panoramic Cruise
Get a comprehensive tour of Prague from the water on this river cruise on the Vltava. View landmarks like Kampa Island, Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge and learn about the city’s history & culture through onboard English-language commentary. Be sure to bring your phone for photo ops from waterborne vantage points. Suitable for families, couples and solo travelers, this tour is an easy option for those who want to see Prague’s sights without extensive walking.


Enjoy free time  to visit museums, wander down quaint streets or simply take in the sights. In the evening, travel back to Grafenwoehr. Estimated time of return in Grafenwoehr is 11:30pm.

BOOK IN ADVANCE AND SAVE
Early Bird: Book this trip by June 1 for only €69 and save €10!
Regular price after June 1 is €79 per adult

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING PASSPORTS: A valid tourist passport is required for this trip. Please make sure that you are traveling with the appropriate passport

*We would keep you informed of any changes that would apply to your trip, as we follow the COVID-19 requirements from each country/region.

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Grafenwoehr, Germany.

Address: Dießfurter Str, 92655 Grafenwoehr (parking lot)
Instructions: if you are exiting McDonald’s parking lot in Grafenwoehr you will turn right on to B299 as if you are going towards Netzaberg. You will then take your very first right (as if you are going towards MegaPlay) and as soon as you cross the small bridge there is a driveway on the right side which you can enter into a parking lot. You should see several cars and the bus there. The parking lot is exclusively available for our passengers during the duration of the trip.

Graf Bus Departure Point

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How’s the weather?

Prague, Czech Republic

Average Low Average High

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Grafenwoehr, Germany.

Address: Dießfurter Str, 92655 Grafenwoehr (parking lot)
Instructions: if you are exiting McDonald’s parking lot in Grafenwoehr you will turn right on to B299 as if you are going towards Netzaberg. You will then take your very first right (as if you are going towards MegaPlay) and as soon as you cross the small bridge there is a driveway on the right side which you can enter into a parking lot. You should see several cars and the bus there. The parking lot is available during the duration of the trip for our passengers.

Graf Bus Departure Point

Transportation
Included transportation on this tour is by motor coach. Most of the destinations on tour are best explored on foot.

Passport and Visa Requirements
A tourist passport is required for all trips outside of Germany.

Important passport rules are as follows:
If you have a passport with a SOFA stamp on any page (a “No-Fee” passport), you are provided permission to reside in Germany, NOT to travel outside of Germany. You have to have a tourist passport in addition to the SOFA/”No-Fee” passport to travel outside of Germany. You cannot travel with a RED Official passport as that is used only for the purpose of a mission or deployment. If you have a passport with a detachable SOFA card clipped inside, it is acceptable to travel with as that was issued originally as a tourist passport. If you are not sure: a tourist passport will be BLUE and will be valid for 10 years for adults. It cannot contain a SOFA stamp on any page or it is not acceptable. A child’s tourist passport (under 15 years of age) is valid for 5 years, but will not have a SOFA stamp in it anywhere. All of this information has been verified to be correct with the Grafenwoehr Passport Office.

Baggage Allowance
Each adult is entitled to one luggage and one personal item. Luggage should be able to be stored below the bus and the personal item should contain whatever you might need on the bus. Pillows and blankets do not count for the personal item. If you have additional items such as strollers, carseats, etc. please send us a message to make those arrangements.

Currency
Czech crown is the currency you will be using on your tour. We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks, as needed. You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees. We suggest that you inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans, so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.

Time Zones
Prague has the same time zone as Germany, Central European Time (CET).

Health
There are no major health risks when traveling to Czech Republic. It is always advisable to check with your doctor or health-care provider for the latest updates.

Tipping
At the conclusion of your trip, it’s customary to offer your Trip Leader a gratuity. We recommend tipping €1-2 per person per day for your Trip Leader. Tips can only be paid in cash.

Travel Insurance
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Departure Graf: Berlin Festival of Lights

Join us as we visit Berlin – the main seat of power in Germany! You will have the unique chance to see the German capital in its rarest form, as the entire city becomes a canvas for incredible light and video projections! Discover the infamous capital of the Third Reich, to world leader in culture and personal freedom. You’ll visit East and West Berlin in the company of an expert local tour guide who’ll introduce you to a range of sights, from the Brandenburg Gate to Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, the Reichstag building and Checkpoint Charlie in the former American sector. And if you fancy shopping and entertainment there’s KaDeWe, a heaven for shopaholics! You will also have the chance to eat at one of Berlin’s most popular traditional eateries. And for 360° views of the city, we’ll arrange access to the Berlin River Cruise – so you can see everything from a different perspective!

Let us handle the details

  • Experienced Trip Leader
  • Private Transportation
  • Local Tour Guide

Your trip includes

• Round-trip direct bus transportation
• Own parking lot in Graf for your exclusive use
• Guided tour with local tour guide
• Explore Europe Trip Leader

Your trip highlights

• Exploring Germany’s gritty and glamorous capital
• See Berlin lit up as monuments in the city centre become the canvas for spectacular light and video projections
• The chance to see some of the world’s most significant historical sites with a local guide
• See Berlin and all its landmarks from the river Spree

Depart from Grafenwoehr at 5:00 am. On arrival, we’ll kick off the day with a included tour around Berlin. You will get the chance to see some of Berlin’s most iconic sights up close, including the Brandenburg Gate (the symbol of a reunited Berlin) and parts of the original Berlin Wall, where you’ll learn about the role the city played during several of the most significant historical events of the 20th century. You will also stand side by side with Checkpoint Charlie, which marks the most famous crossing point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War. Following the tour, you’re free to explore Germany’s magnificent capital, before meeting up for our exciting optional activities:

Guided Optional Activity in the afternoon – Berlin River Cruise – €25 per adult, €15 per child 0-13 years old
Get an overview of Berlin as you relax and cruise through the city for an hour along the Spree river . This is a great way to see Berlin’s highlights: the Reichstag, Bellevue Palace, the Berliner Dom, Museum Island and more.  An audio guide will tell you all about the city’s history.

Following the optional cruise, you’re free to explore Germany’s magnificent capital, where you’ll also be able to soak up the atmosphere of Berlin’s annual Festival of Lights, when this otherwise dark city is illuminated by breathtaking light art!

Estimated time of return back in Grafenwoehr is 2:30 am.

BOOK IN ADVANCE AND SAVE
Early Bird: Book this trip by August 15 for only €89 and save €10!
Regular Price after August 15 is €99 per adult

Meeting point for the start of the trip:
Your trip starts and finishes in Grafenwoehr, Germany.

Address: Dießfurter Str, 92655 Grafenwoehr (parking lot)
Instructions: if you are exiting McDonald’s parking lot in Grafenwoehr you will turn right on to B299 as if you are going towards Netzaberg. You will then take your very first right (as if you are going towards MegaPlay) and as soon as you cross the small bridge there is a driveway on the right side which you can enter into a parking lot. You should see several cars and the bus there. The parking lot is exclusively available for our passengers during the duration of the trip.

Graf Bus Departure Point

How’s the weather?

Berlin, Germany

Average Low Average High

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Grafenwoehr, Germany.

Address: Dießfurter Str, 92655 Grafenwoehr (parking lot)
Instructions: if you are exiting McDonald’s parking lot in Grafenwoehr you will turn right on to B299 as if you are going towards Netzaberg. You will then take your very first right (as if you are going towards MegaPlay) and as soon as you cross the small bridge there is a driveway on the right side which you can enter into a parking lot. You should see several cars and the bus there. The parking lot is exclusively available for our passengers during the duration of the trip.

Graf Bus Departure Point

Transportation
Included transportation on this tour is by bus. Berlin is best explored on foot and public transportation.

Baggage Allowance
Each adult is entitled to one luggage and one personal item. Luggage should be able to be stored below the bus and the personal item should contain whatever you might need on the bus. Pillows and blankets do not count for the personal item. If you have additional items such as strollers, carseats, etc. please send us a message to make those arrangements.

Currency
Euro is the currency you will be using on your tour. We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks, as needed. You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees. We suggest that you inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans, so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.

Health
There are no major health risks when traveling to Berlin. It is always advisable to check with your doctor or health-care provider for the latest updates.

Travel Insurance
We recommend you get travel insurance to reimburse you for unforeseen trip cancellation. Please follow this link to get a quote through Travel Insured.

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Departure Graf: Dresden Christmas Market

Join us as we visit Dresden’s Christmas Market – one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in the world! It is also Germany’s oldest Christmas Market with a very long history dating back to 1434. If you’re tired of commercialism taking over this holiday period and would like to get right away for a real traditional and romantic Christmas Market you might want to consider heading with us to Dresden where Christmas gifts are not mass-produced, but craftwork of real quality.

Let us handle the details

  • Experienced Trip Leader
  • Private Transportation
  • Local Guide

Your trip includes

• Round-trip direct bus transportation
• Own parking lot in Graf for your exclusive use
• Guided tour with local guide
• Explore Europe Trip Leader

Your trip highlights

• Striezelmarkt — Germany’s oldest Christmas market
• Gingerbread, fruit loaves and other holiday treats
• Unique, handmade clothes, crafts and toys
• Dresden’s magnificent Zwinger Palace

Itinerary

Every visitor here will find a “little something”: Christmas pyramids, smoking figures and candleholders from Erzgebirge Mountains, indigo-dyed printed textile products and pottery from Lusatia, gingerbread from Pulsnitz, filigree lace products from Plauen, Herrenhut Advent stars, blown glass tree decorations from Lauscha, and of course specialities from Dresden itself, such as the traditional ‘Pflaumentoffel’, a chimney-sweep figure made of dried prunes. Visitors can also watch the carvers, glass-blowers and bakers in action at the crafts market.

Departure: 7:00 am
Return: around 9:15 pm

  • Dress for the weather!  Warm shoes are a definite must have, as the market takes place outside (unless you sneak into an open restaurant for a bite) and you will be standing or walking around for most of your visit.
  • Bring cash. There will be ATM’s around the city center, but most of the stalls are cash only.
  • Most hot drinks are poured into ceramic mugs, which you will pay a reimbursable fee for (Pfand), similar to the glasses at wine and beer festivals.  If you want to keep the mugs to remember your visit to the market (they change each year and have the year and city name on them), just take it home with you!  If not, drink up and then return your mug to the vendor you purchased it from to get your fee returned (normally from €1 to €3).

BOOK IN ADVANCE AND SAVE
Early Bird: Book this trip by October 1 for only €79 and save €10!
Regular price after October 1 is €89 per adult

Covid-19 On-Trip Requirements & Safety Measures: We would keep you informed of any changes that would apply to your trip, as we follow the COVID-19 requirements from each country/region.

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Grafenwoehr, Germany.

Address: Dießfurter Str, 92655 Grafenwoehr (parking lot)
Instructions: if you are exiting McDonald’s parking lot in Grafenwoehr you will turn right on to B299 as if you are going towards Netzaberg. You will then take your very first right (as if you are going towards MegaPlay) and as soon as you cross the small bridge there is a driveway on the right side which you can enter into a parking lot. You should see several cars and the bus there. The parking lot is exclusively available for our passengers during the duration of the trip.

How’s the weather?

Dresden, Germany

Average Low Average High

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Grafenwoehr, Germany.

Address: Dießfurter Str, 92655 Grafenwoehr (parking lot)
Instructions: if you are exiting McDonald’s parking lot in Grafenwoehr you will turn right on to B299 as if you are going towards Netzaberg. You will then take your very first right (as if you are going towards MegaPlay) and as soon as you cross the small bridge there is a driveway on the right side which you can enter into a parking lot. You should see several cars and the bus there. The parking lot is exclusively available for our passengers during the duration of the trip.

Transportation
Included transportation on this tour is by bus. The destinations are best explored by foot.

Baggage Allowance
Each adult is entitled to one luggage and one personal item. Luggage should be able to be stored below the bus and the personal item should contain whatever you might need on the bus. Pillows and blankets do not count for the personal item. If you have additional items such as strollers, carseats, etc. please send us a message to make those arrangements.

Currency
Euro is the currency you will be using on your tour. We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks, as needed. You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees. We suggest that you inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans, so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.

Health
There are no major health risks when traveling to this destination. It is always advisable to check with your doctor or health-care provider for the latest updates.

Travel Insurance
We recommend you get travel insurance to reimburse you for unforeseen trip cancellation. Please follow this link to get a quote through Travel Insured.

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Departure K-Town: Colmar & Riquewihr Christmas Markets

Fill your weekend with amazement and wonder as you explore these two idyllic French villages. Their historical architecture and quaint streets will transport you back in time. Take in the Christmas magic as you wander around the timeless markets.

Let us handle the details

  • Experienced Trip Leader
  • Private Transportation

Your trip includes

• Round-trip direct bus transportation
• Parking lot in Kaiserslautern
• Explore Europe Trip Leader

Your trip highlights

• Quaint Christmas villages of Colmar & Riquewihr
• Shop different specializes, hand crafted items, sweet treats and heartwarming drinks
• The chance to cruise the “Little Venice” in Colmar

Itinerary

Saturday, December 09th, 2023

We will start our trip at 7:00am in Kaiserslautern by crossing borders into France and visiting the charming village of Riquewihr, a medieval town right in the heart of Alsace, where you’ll get to wander around the well preserved old town and soak up the idyllic atmosphere. After some free time, we’ll continue to the fairy-tale city of Colmar, with the most photographed village in all of Europe. The afternoon is free to explore more of the city’s sights and pedestrian-friendly lanes, and to enjoy Alsatian specialties on your own. Our estimated time of return in Kaiserslautern is around 09:30 p.m.

Covid-19 On-Trip Requirements & Safety Measures: We’ll keep you informed of any changes that would apply to your trip, as we follow the COVID-19 requirements from each country/region.

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Kaiserslautern, Germany.

Address: Daennerplatz, 67657 Kaiserslautern (free to park for our passengers)

K-Town Bus Departure Point

How’s the weather?

Colmar, France

Average Low Average High

Meeting point for the start of the trip
Your trip starts and finishes in Kaiserslautern, Germany.

Address: Daennerplatz, 67657 Kaiserslautern (free to park for our passengers)

K-Town Bus Departure Point

Transportation
Included transportation on this tour is by bus. Colmar & Riquewihr are best explored on foot.

Baggage Allowance
Each adult is entitled to one luggage and one personal item. Luggage should be able to be stored below the bus and the personal item should contain whatever you might need on the bus. Pillows and blankets do not count for the personal item. If you have additional items such as strollers, carseats, etc. please send us a message to make those arrangements.

Currency
Euro is the currency you will be using on your tour. We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks, as needed. You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees. We suggest that you inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans, so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.

Health
There are no major health risks when traveling to Colmar & Riquewihr. It is always advisable to check with your doctor or health-care provider for the latest updates.

Travel Insurance
We recommend you get travel insurance to reimburse you for unforeseen trip cancellation. Please follow this link to get a quote through Travel Insured.

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