Miltenberg in Bavaria, Germany

Germany

"Germany is a fairy-tale come to life – from the castles of Bavaria to the spires of Cologne."

– Unknown

Best time to visit Germany

A year-round gem with spring blooms, beer gardens, the Bavarian Alps, and Christmas markets.  

Germany highlights

With over 25,000 castles dotting its landscape, step into Germany’s fairytale world that inspired Grimm's most enchanting stories.

Flight time

27 hours+ to the capital, Berlin, departing Auckland.

Visa required?

New Zealand passport holders can visit Germany visa-free for up to 90 days.

Currency

Germany’s official currency is the euro. 

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Luxury Travel: Rothenburg ob der Tauber in GermanyLuxury Travel: Cochem Imperial Castle in Germany

Germany, nestled in the heart of Europe, brings together centuries of history and story-book charm. From East to West, stumble across villages like Rothenburg ob der Tauber or Cochem that tell a story of a simpler time - where half-timbered houses line cobblestone streets and flower boxes burst with colour.

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Luxury Travel: Mainz Cathedral in GermanyLuxury Travel along the Rhine River

The enchanting scenery continues as you drift along the Rhine or Danube on a luxury river cruise, each bend revealing new breathtaking vistas: medieval towns amidst rolling vineyards and majestic castles perched high on hillsides - routes our advisors know intimately and can incorporate into your German itinerary.

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Luxury Travel: Christmas in Berlin, GermanyLuxury Travel: Christmas in Seiffen, Germany

As winter descends, Germany transforms into a wonderland of twinkling lights and festive cheer. The crisp air carries the aromas of roasted chestnuts, gingerbread, and spiced Glühwein, inviting you to roam its Christmas markets. These fairytale scenes reveal why Germany remains Europe's best festive winter destination.

Luxury Travel: Binnenalster in Hamburg
Luxury Travel along the Rhine River
Luxury Travel: Christmas in Berlin, Germany
  • "Germany is the ultimate destination to combine the magic of a river cruise with the enchantment of Christmas markets. Imagine sipping on glühwein as your boat drifts past towns aglow with holiday lights, then stopping to explore the festive stalls that line the riverbanks—from Nuremberg's famous Christkindlesmarkt to Dresden's Striezelmarkt. Pure perfection!"

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    Megan Elliott

    Wright & Turner Travel Associates, Wellington

  • "Take a trip to historic Berlin, where the echoes of the past resonate through the Brandenburg Gate, the remnants of the Berlin Wall, and the unforgettable stories at Checkpoint Charlie. Also worth a visit is Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site that is home to five major museums. It's an intellectual feast for art and history lovers."

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    Craig Martin

    Travel Associates Auckland - Mobile, Auckland

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We feature a hand-picked selection of our luxury travel range and holiday packages to Germany. Get in touch and our expert advisors can access any holiday experience and design your dream holiday, personalised to you.

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