Explore Germany and Austria

Bavarian Alps Tour

July 7-12, 2026

Whether you’re looking to extend your 2026 Challenge Roth tour or you’re traveling independently, treat yourself to this 5-star, 5-night itinerary that features the best hospitality and touring opportunities in the Bavarian Alps.

For more than a decade we’ve been exploring and showing our guests an amazing time in Germany and Austria. We’ve collected and vetted the best of the best and combined them to craft this small group tour. We include everything you need to get the most out of your time in the region: private transportation for our group, premium accommodations, most of your meals, and exciting excursions that include entrance to nearby Neuschwanstein Castle and an optional day-trip to Salzburg.

You’ll also have time to do your choice of activities from our base in the mountain town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany: join a guided hike, experience the view from the top of the Zugspitze (Germany’s highest peak), practice yoga, relax at the two swimming pools, or get pampered with body work or spa treatments at our boutique hotel. If you’ve just finished Challenge Roth, you won’t find a more beautiful way to recover your body and mind, and celebrate your achievement with like-minded travelers.

BAVARIAN ALPS ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 1: TUESDAY - NUREMBERG

We gather late afternoon for a special guided tour in Nuremberg, followed by a casual Welcome Dinner at one of our favorite Nuremberg restaurants. You’ll stay in your Challenge Roth or Nuremberg hotel this evening. (Meals included: B, D)

DAY 2: WEDNESDAY - GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN

On Wednesday morning we enjoy breakfast at our Nuremberg or Roth hotels before checkout and our private transfer to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. Along the journey we’ll stop in Munich’s most beautiful neighborhood in the English Garden for lunch. On arrival in Garmisch, we check into our home for the next three nights, our boutique hotel situated at the base of one of Germany’s highest mountain peaks. This Michelin Key-starred hotel also has a stand-out culinary program. Enjoy afternoon cake and a 3-course gourmet dinner this evening at the hotel’s award-winning restaurant. Vegetarian options available. (Meals included: B, L, Afternoon Cake, D)

DAY 3: THURSDAY - YOUR CHOICE

Today enjoy breakfast at our hotel and join us for your choice of activities: stay in Garmisch and join a guided morning hike followed by an afternoon spa treatment, massage, or ride around town on the e-bikes provided by our hotel. A round of golf can also be arranged. A second option is to join us for a day-trip to Salzburg, Austria, about 2-1/2 hours away. Whatever suits you, this is a day for you to indulge. Dinner this evening is included for everyone at the hotel. (Meals included: B, D)

DAY 4: FRIDAY - NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE

Today promises to be one you’ll never forget. After an early breakfast at our hotel we’ll take you to nearby Neuschwanstein Castle for a premium guided tour experience of this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site. We’ll have lunch on the go, and return late afternoon from our excursion. Dinner is this evening at the hotel. (Meals included: B, L, D)

DAY 5: SATURDAY - ZUGSPITZE & MUNICH

After breakfast we check out and secure our luggage at the hotel. We’ll visit Germany’s highest peak, the Zugzpitze, utilizing the traditional cog wheel train and the ultra-modern cable car. After some time at the peak for photos, we’ll descend back down to Garmisch and make our short journey to Munich. We’ll check in at the Hilton Munich Airport hotel, located conveniently between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. After a short rest, we’ll take the train directly into Munich’s Marienplatz downtown area and have free time to see the sights, do some shopping, or stroll the English Garden. Munich is a vibrant and beautiful place to spend time, and we have vetted recommendations for anything specifically that’s on your bucket list of things to see and do. Dinner this evening is on your own to give everyone maximum flexibility. Round-trip S-Bahn train journey ticket is included. If you wish to stay back at the hotel, there’s a fine indoor swimming pool, spa and massage services. Dining includes an atrium open-air bar and fine dining restaurant. Packup tonight in preparation for Sunday departure. Stored bike boxes and items will be retrieved today. (Meals included: B)

DAY 6: SUNDAY - DEPART MUNICH

This morning we say our goodbyes. All guests will have breakfast provided at the Hilton at your leisure, and you will enjoy the ultimate convenience of being able to walk directly to Munich’s Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 to catch your departing flight. (Meals included: B)

2026 PRICING & BOOKING

6 days, 5 nights

Tuesday, July 7 - Sunday, July 12, 2026

All prices shown are in USD currency.

Single Occupancy - $3,995

Double Occupancy (1 bed or 2 Twin beds) - $3,495 per person

Pricing shown is for travelers ages 17 and up. Children ages 16 or younger travel with you on this tour no additional cost. A limited number of larger Family Suites and adjoining, interconnecting rooms are available.

The Best of Bohemia Tour Includes:

• 5 nights of superior class accommodations in the best locations (4 and 5-star hotels); Tour dates are Tuesday, July 7 through Sunday, July 12, 2026.

  • One night in Nuremberg or Roth (your hotel is part of the Challenge Roth Tour)

  • Three nights in a boutique hotel in the Bavarian Alps town of Garmisch

  • One night of deluxe accommodation at the Hilton Munich Airport Hotel

• All transfers: Nuremberg tour, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Salzburg and to Munich Airport

• Daily breakfast buffet at our hotels (room service breakfast available in Garmisch)

• Most meals, including afternoon cakes and 3-course gourmet dinners at our hotel in Garmisch

• Secure storage for your bike box and extra luggage items

• Guided tour in Nuremberg followed by a Welcome Dinner

• Optional day-trip to visit Salzburg, Austria

• Premium guided tour with special skip-the-line tickets to Neuschwanstein Castle

• Premium ticket to experience the Zugsptize, Germany’s highest mountain peak

• Round trip train ticket to visit Munich’s Marienplatz for sightseeing and shopping

• Small group adventuring with like-minded, active travelers

• Guided by experienced RaceQuest Co-founders and tour leaders with 10+ years in Germany and Austria

• Expert, vetted recommendations for points of interest, dining, activities, museums, shopping, etc. for all ages

• All local taxes and gratuities for the included activities in the itinerary are covered by RaceQuest

• Option to extend your trip beyond Munich with customizable itineraries to add the Tour de France 2026. (Please inquire.)

  Those traveling with us independent of the Challenge Roth tour should arrive on Tuesday morning, July 7 in Munich or Nuremberg and we’ll transfer you to check in at one of our Nuremberg hotels to begin your tour.

Terms and Conditions

All itinerary activities, scheduled times and hotels are subject to change. Reserve your tour now with a $750 per traveler non-refundable deposit. Final balances will be collected on March 30, 2026. Changes and cancellations can be made until March 29, 2026 and we will refund all payments less the initial $750 per adult traveler deposit. Please consider travel coverage in the event you become ill or injured before or during the trip, and to mitigate against financial loss should you need to cancel for illness or injury reasons. After March 30, 2026, no refunds or transfers are possible, no exceptions.

Call 1-855-872-8669 with tour questions or to make a booking

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