Day 1Short Channel crossing. Overnight in the Metz area.
Day 2 Travel through Germany, past Nuremburg and on to the hotel in Hohenau.
Day 3 A day to relax in Hohenau. This traditional village offers a peaceful day to relax and enjoy the surrounding countryside or take a local bus to a nearby town.
Day 4 Full day excursion to the beautiful city of Passau. Known as the ‘Three Rivers City’ because the Danube, Inn and Ilz Rivers meet here, it has a stunning setting. Renowned for impressive architecture, there are squares, narrow lanes and bridges to explore, as well as the hillside Veste Oberhaus castle and St Stephan's Cathedral. A pleasure cruise of the three rivers is included.
Day 5 A scenic day travelling through Bavaria and across the border into the Czech Republic. Continue on to the picturesque town of Ceský Krumlov. The old town is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and nestles in a horseshoe bend of the River Vltava. With pavement cafes, a colourful town square, museums, and its dominating castle to visit, there is plenty to discover.
Day 6 Take a short journey to Neuschönau and into the Bavarian National Park. Here enjoy a guided walking tour of the forest along an accessible walkway. For those who wish, there is a 44 meter high observation tower for a magnificent panorama. Spend the afternoon in the medieval city of Regensburg. The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with over 2000 years of history to explore including the Cathedral, 12th century stone bridge and the Historic Sausage Kitchen which is thought to be the oldest continuously open restaurant in the world.
Day 7 Leave Hohenau and travel across Germany and stop for dinner and an overnight stay near Metz.
Day 8 On to Calais for a short Channel crossing.
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