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Munich to Herrenchiemsee Palace Day Tour

4.5
(70 Reviews )

from €47.00

Opening Hours

clock8:30 am on Mondays from April to September

Duration

clock10 hours

What It Is

  • This excursion from Munich to Chiemsee Lake allows travellers to discover one of the most scenic Bavarian landscapes.
  • Chiemsee is the largest lake of this part of Germany and Herreninsel and Fraueninsel are its most captivating islands.
  • Herreninsel, the largest island of Chiemsee boasts an architectural masterpiece mimicking the grandeur of the Versailles Palace.
  • Fraueninsel, on the other hand, is a tranquil, car-free island, featuring a few outstanding points of interest.
  • A two thousand years old tree, a nunnery, and the gatehouse originated during the Carolingian era are the highlights of Fraueninsel.
  • To make the most of their excursion, visitors benefit from the skip-the-line entry.

Your Experience With Munich to Herrenchiemsee Palace Day Tour

  • Travel from Munich to Chiemsee, the largest lake of Bavaria, and a few of its exceptional islands.
  • Sail between specially selected islands of Fraueninsel and Herreninsel by ship.
  • On Herreninsel, the largest island of Chiemsee, visit the Herreninsel Palace, a tribute of King Ludwig II to the famous Palace of Versailles near Paris.
  • Afterward, sail to Fraueninsel Island and enjoy this car-free heaven.
  • While on Fraueninsel, see a local nunnery, a two millennia-old tree, and one of the oldest landmarks in the entire Germany.
  • Benefit from the priority entry.
  • Learn the religious history of the two islands you visit.

What Munich to Herrenchiemsee Palace Day Tour Includes?

  • Round trip by a high-end bus
  • Guidance by an expert and elloquent English-speaking guide
  • Convenience of the fast-track entry

Things Before Go

  • In case of poor weather, travellers can choose between a full refund and an alternative date.
  • You need to arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the departure at the latest.

Tips

  • Actual names of the islands are Herrenchiemsee and Frauenchiemsee.
  • The lake is about 60km south of the Bavarian capital city.

Is It Suitable for Me?

  • The day tour to Chiemsee Lake caters to travellers who like to spend time in nature.
  • Fans of history, architecture, and photography are highly recommended to join the day trip.
  • Everyone needing a break from the city life will enjoy a trip to Chiemsee Lake.

Travellers Talk

  • Former participants of the guided tour have a great opinion about the day trip to Chiemsee Lake.
  • They received excellent service from the assigned guide and enjoyed discovering the lake flanked by mountains.
  • Certain reviews indicate that the people who posted them had the best experience during their trip to Munich just on Lake Chiemsee.
  • This guided tour almost received the highest rate from the participants, which indicates that the activity is worth the money and effort.

Best Times to Visit

  • Late spring to mid-autumn

Ticket Information


Hotel Pickup

    Routes/Attractions

    • Munich
    • Herreninsel
    • Fraueninsel
    • Munich

    Address / Pick up Location

      Bahnhofplatz (Karstadt Department Store), Munich

    Disabled Access

      The Chiemsee day trip isn't suitable for travellers suffering from immobility issues.

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