BEST OF OKTOBERFEST 2026

From Alpine Peaks to Beer Tents, discover the best of Oktoberfest and the Alpine beauty with this Journey Through Austria & Bavaria!

11 DAYS/ 10 NIGHTS

SEPTEMBER 18 to 29, 2026

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ABOUT THIS TRIP

Embark on a spectacular journey that blends festive traditions with breathtaking alpine landscapes. This curated itinerary takes you through charming towns, cultural landmarks, and two unforgettable Oktoberfest celebrations. Begin your adventure in Wurzburg, a picturesque town known for its baroque architecture and vibrant student life. Visit the magnificent Würzburg Residence, one of Europe’s most stunning palaces. Drive to Kulmbach with a stop at the 12th-century Plassenburg Castle, famed for its architecture and historical collections. Explore the Bavarian Brewery Museum and enjoy a tasting of three classic Kulmbach beers. Continue to Munich to experience the world’s largest folk festival—Oktoberfest. Revel in the lively beer tents, traditional music, and Bavarian hospitality. Visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen, gateway to the Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak. Then explore Mittenwald, renowned for its frescoed houses and centuries-old violin-making tradition. Cross into Austria and discover Innsbruck’s alpine charm. Tour the Renaissance-era Ambras Castle and enjoy an authentic Tyrolean evening with music, folk dances, and yodeling hosted by a local family. Experience the magic of Almabtrieb, a centuries-old tradition where festively adorned cattle return from alpine pastures. Celebrate with locals in Zell am See amid music, food, and folklore. Conclude your journey in Vienna with Austria’s largest traditional beer festival. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, regional brews, and cultural performances before flying home.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Explore Wurzburg residence one of Europe’s most magnificent baroque palaces

  • Discover medieval architecture and historical treasures at this 12th-century Plassenburg castle

  • Sample three classic brews and explore Germany’s brewing heritage at the Bavarian Brewery Museum.

  • Experience the world’s largest folk festival with beer tents, music, and Bavarian fare

  • Enjoy alpine charm and Renaissance elegance with panoramic views and cultural insights of Innsbruck

  • Immerse yourself in Austria’s largest traditional beer festival featuring regional brews and cultural performances

TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES

  • Roundtrip International flights from Seattle

  • 10 nights accommodation on double occupancy basis at listed superior hotels or similar 

  • Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel 

  • Tiroler Evening with Dinner and Show in Innsbruck 

  • Arrival and departure transfers 

  • Transportation in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle 

  • Services of professional English-speaking local guides 

  • Monument Entrance fees to  

    • Residenz Wurzburg 

    • Plassenburg Castle 

    • Ambras Castle 

  • Guided Beer tasting in Kulmbacher 

  • Standard tickets for Oktoberfest Vienna

  • Zugspitze by cable car or cogwheel train 

  • Return Train tickets for sector Garmisch – Mittenwald - Garmisch 

  • All air taxes and fuel surcharges 

  • All local applicable taxes

TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities

  • Optional excursions

  • Baggage fees may vary by carrier

  • Visa fees, if applicable

  • Arrival and departure transfers for land only passengers

  • Items not mentioned as included

TOUR PRICES

W/ AIR FROM SEATTLE: $6099

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $1899

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