Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich
Munich, Germany

Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich

Outty Ranking 91 4.8 · 3,048 traveler reviews10.5 hoursFrom $8290+ Club
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91/100

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Is Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich worth booking?

Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich is a 10.5-hour experience in Munich, Germany, from $82 per person. It scores 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 3,048 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
91 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (3,048)
Duration
10.5 hours
From
$82 per person

Drive with an airconditioned, comfortable coach from Munich and visit the famous and fabulous castles built by the fairytale King Ludwig II. These unique buildings in the midst of the Bavarian alpine landscape will definitely fascinate you. The first stop of our tour will take you to Schloss Linderhof, the smallest castle of the Bavarian king. It’s up to you to decide whether you choose to have a guided tour through the castle in english live, have a walk around the beautifully landscaped grounds or simply enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and get excited by the marvellous scenery. We will then continue our tour to Hohenschwangau. Our stay there will offer you ample time to both try out the famous Bavarian cuisine in a restaurant and visit the castle of Neuschwanstein as well. You can decide whether you want to see one or both castles from the inside with a guided tour and accordingly buy the tickets from our tour guide in cash.

What you get

    About this experience

    Drive with an airconditioned, comfortable coach from Munich and visit the famous and fabulous castles built by the fairytale King Ludwig II. These unique buildings in the midst of the Bavarian alpine landscape will definitely fascinate you. The first stop of our tour will take you to Schloss Linderhof, the smallest castle of the Bavarian king. It’s up to you to decide whether you choose to have a guided tour through the castle in english live, have a walk around the beautifully landscaped grounds or simply enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and get excited by the marvellous scenery. We will then continue our tour to Hohenschwangau. Our stay there will offer you ample time to both try out the famous Bavarian cuisine in a restaurant and visit the castle of Neuschwanstein as well. You can decide whether you want to see one or both castles from the inside with a guided tour and accordingly buy the tickets from our tour guide in cash.

    What's included

    Included

    • Sightseeing tour of Oberammergau by bus
    • Admission fees
    • Audio-Guide at Neuschwanstein Castle in different languages
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Live-Guide english on the coach
    • Headphones in the coach (IF AVAILABLE) in 9 different languages
    • Ticket sale on the coach in the morning f. the castles (skip the line)

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Entrance fee Linderhof + Neuschwanstein approx. 37 Euro/adult, 5 Euro/child (option without entry!)
    • Entrance fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Stachus

      We’ll meet at 8:45 a.m. at Sonnenstrasse 1, 80331 Munich. There you’ll find a tour bus marked “Mentor Reisen,” and our friendly driver and guide will welcome you as you check in. We’ll depart at 9:00 a.m. and drive past several Munich landmarks (which the guide will explain) on our way to the first stopp Linderhof Palace.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Schloss Linderhof

      At around 11 a.m., you will reach the parking lot at Linderhof Palace. Explore the gardens surrounding the palace on your own and then make your way to the palace entrance. The smallest, fully furnished, palace was built in the 19th century in the French Rococo and Baroque styles. The Palace of Versailles influenced both the architectural style and the gardens. The guided tour takes place live in English at 11:10 a.m. and lasts about 30 minutes. The tour bus departs at 12:00 p.m. (not for option "Neuschwanstein, NO Linderhof!)

      90 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Oberammergau

      On the route between Linderhof Palace and the village of Hohenschwangau, below Neuschwanstein Castle, lies the artists’ village of Oberammergau. It is known for its facade painting (known as Lüftl-Malerei) and woodcarving. The Passion Plays, which take place there every 10 years, have also become world-famous. They depict the last week of Jesus’ life, from Palm Sunday to Easter. You’ll take a tour of the town by coach, as this allows you to see much more than a brief stop would. (Not for option "Neuschwanstein small group relaxed & direct"!)

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Queen Mary's Bridge (Marienbrucke)

      The "Marienbrücke" was built in 1845 and still features original elements on its railing. From there, the view of Neuschwanstein Castle is truly unique. You absolutely must take the opportunity to snap a photo from there!

      15 minutes here

    5. Schloss Neuschwanstein

      At the village of Hohenschwangau the guide will pick up (skip-the-line) tickets for the tour of Neuschwanstein Castle. Afterward, you’ll have free time to have lunch at one of the many restaurants, take a walk to Hohenschwangau Castle, or stroll along the Alpsee. And you can make your way to the Marienbridge (as described Nr. 4) You can reach Neuschwanstein Castle on foot (about a 30-40 minute uphill walk), by shuttle bus/by horse-drawn carriage for a fee. Your guide will provide you with the exact details. The guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle begins shortly after 4:00 PM and lasts approximately 25 minutes with an audio guide. Afterward, please return directly to the tour bus. The return trip to Munich departs at about 5:30 PM.

      240 minutes here · Admission not included

    6. Stachus

      After a ride of just under two hours in the comfortable coach, you’ll arrive back in downtown Munich and get off at the meeting point.

      5 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Munich

    If you stand at Karlsplatz (Stachus) with your back to the fountains, you will see the toy shop "Obletter" on your left. If you continue straight ahead along Sonnenstraße, you will see the "Fielmann" eyewear store. There you will meet the guide and the coach with the inscription "Mentor Reisen".

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    If you stand at Karlsplatz (Stachus) with your back to the fountains, you will see the toy shop "Obletter" on your left. If you continue straight ahead along Sonnenstraße, you will see the "Fielmann" eyewear store. There you will meet the guide and the coach with the inscription "Mentor Reisen".

    Options you can book

    • Neuschwanstein, NO LINDERHOF

      Hohenschwangau &Neuschwanstein: Visit the Castles with a guided tour (not included) 48 Euro/adult, 17 Euro/child (NO LINDERHOF!) Only English live!!! small group: Max. 30 people on the air-conditioned coach. Drive directly from Munich to the village of Hohenschwangau. NO LINDERHOF!!!: Castles Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein (entrance not included, ticket sale on the coach)

    • VIP small group, entrance incl

      Only English live! snacks & drinks on the coach luxury coach with restroom entrance tickets included: Linderhof Palace, Venusgrotto (15.4.-15.10.) and Neuschwanstein Castle Only English live!

    • with entrance fees

      Entrance included both castles: Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle

    • Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castle Day Trip from Munich

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, ru, pt, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Mentor Reisen GmbH

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • To shorten the uphill walking distance, you may alternatively use a horse-drawn carriage or shuttle bus for an additional fee.
    • Familyfriendly
    • Entrance fee only card payment !
    • Please arrive at the departure point at about 8:45 am!!!
    • The language selection refers to Neuschwanstein Castle. The tour itself takes place in English live!
    • Please note: There are over 300 steps to climb at Neuschwanstein Castle!

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,994 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    2,994 verified traveler reviews for Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    G7614PKalexanders · October 2026

    Such a beautiful fairytale like tour

    Such a beautiful experience! If you love fairytales and breathtaking postcard-worthy views, this tour is a must! Sabine was an amazing guide, and made the whole experience even better.

    via Tripadvisor

    nadinewL986QG · October 2026

    Very lovely tour, conveniently priced, knowledgeable and helpful tour guide, Sabine

    My friend and I had an amazing experience. The tour guide Sabine was super knowledgeable, helpful, and thoughtful as well as really funny, providing trivia and making sure that we made it to all the meet up points on time but also had time to explore. We 100 percent would do this again. The experience from start to end was great.

    via Tripadvisor

    U1872QZmichaelb · October 2026

    Beautiful country side tour of Germany with some castles mixed in.

    Sabine was fantastic, very informative, even showed us her home town along the way where where she grew up. She showed us a location where we were able to buy souvenirs cheaper than any other place. She was like a mother hen making sure we all knew what we needed along the way and that nobody was left behind. 5-stars!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Explore30010824957 · October 2026

    A Wonderful Bavarian Castle Tour with an Outstanding Guide, Sabine

    We had a wonderful day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace. Both places were absolutely beautiful and rich in history, with stunning architecture and breathtaking scenery. A special thank you to our tour guide, Sabine, who was friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and passionate about sharing the history and stories behind each attraction. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Munich who wants to explore Bavaria’s beautiful castles and cultural heritage!

    via Tripadvisor

    guillaumelQ2724RB · October 2026

    Marvellous

    Amazing! Adding the Linderhof and Neuschwanstein castle, we visited for 30min Oberammergau wich was a really cute town. Sabina was a great guide. Highly recommended.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    10.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $82 to $195
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1,067
    Verdict
    90+ Club

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Mentor Reisen GmbH, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 81.8 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything Mentor Reisen GmbH runs

    Why this scores 91

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)100
    Booking momentum (14% weight)100
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)62
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Munich.

    How much does Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich cost?

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    Prices start at $82 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Munich usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich take?

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    Plan for about 10.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Munich is not rushed.

    Is Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 3,048 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Munich, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich?

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    Around 1,067 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Munich can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Munich and add a light layer if any part of the 10.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Munich within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Munich?

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    On Outty we rank every Munich experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Munich Ghosts and Spirits Evening Walking Tour, Munich Classic Bike Tour @ 11.30am with Surfers & beergarden stop, Guided Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour with Train from Munich. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Munich?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Munich?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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    What is included in Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich?

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    Included: Sightseeing tour of Oberammergau by bus; Admission fees; Audio-Guide at Neuschwanstein Castle in different languages; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Live-Guide english on the coach. Not included: Lunch; Entrance fee Linderhof + Neuschwanstein approx. 37 Euro/adult, 5 Euro/child (option withou; and Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich?

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    If you stand at Karlsplatz (Stachus) with your back to the fountains, you will see the toy shop "Obletter" on your left. If you continue straight ahead along Sonnenstraße, you will see the "Fielmann" eyewear store. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Munich. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich?

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    Across 3,048 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace Day Trip from Munich?

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    There are 4 options to choose from, including Neuschwanstein, NO LINDERHOF, VIP small group, entrance incl, with entrance fees, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castle Day Trip from Munich. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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