EXCLUSiVE SKIP-THE-CROWDS Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castle Tour from Munich INCL. TICKETS
Overview
INCL. SKiP-THE-LiNE TiCKETS NEUSCHWANSTEiN & LiNDERHOF CASTLE!
The famous Fairytale Castle NEUSCHWANSTEiN is the 2nd most visited attraction in Germany. It captivates 1.5M visitors with its dreamy beauty, inspired by characters from Wagner's epic operas. Unfortunately this means that up to 8,000 visitors/day crowd the place all year long.
This tour gives you the unique opportunity to avoid these crowds and enjoy the calm magic also at LiNDERHOF PALACE (and HOHENSCHWANGAU Castle) in peace. Immerse yourself in the magnificence of the castles and grounds: Let the fairy tale come to life around you!
Our expert guide will give you space to enjoy numerous other sights as well while being at your disposal and alert to your needs & questions at all times.
WHY WITH US:
• Know that your day is planned and conducted by a friendly & professional tour guide
• Look forward to an unique excursion package
• Enjoy the perfect symbiosis of traveling in relaxed comfort and fully leveraging your precious vacation time
What's Included
- Please indicate under "Special Requirements" your Nr. of children who are 17 years or younger
- No hidden costs!
- Mineral water
- SKIP-THE-LINE entrance fees for Neuschwanstein AND Linderhof Castle - even at short notice!
- Tour length: 9.5 or 11 hours
- Drive in new luxurious Mercedes or VW-Minivan (a/c) - only your group participates!
- Licensed, friendly and passionate Guide
- Spanish-/Portuguese-/French speaking guide on request
- < If desired: Entrance fee Hohenschwangau Castle (2025): € 26.00 p.P/€ 2.50 for children younger than 6 years
- Only if you can not walk the whole route from car park to Neuschwanstein castle, you might need:
- < a) Shuttle bus (to Marie's bridge/not operating during snow and ice) (€ 4.00 ATTENTION: does not operate during snow and ice!) and/or:
- < b) Horse-drawn hybrid carriage (€ 8.00 up/€ 4.00 down)
- (For the shuttle bus and the horse-driven carriage no reservation possible; waiting times possible!)
- < Lunch
- < Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
SKiP-THE-CROWDS at 7:00 AM• Pick up/drop-off at any hotel/address in Munich • Pick-up (and/or return) is also possible outside Munich (e.g. MUC airport) on customer request - please ask us for any additional costs!
What To Expect
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Theresienwiese (pass by)
Starnberger See
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hohenschwangau
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Schloss Neuschwanstein
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Marienbrücke
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pöllat Waterfall
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Schloss Hohenschwangau
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Altstadt von Fuessen
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mount Tegelberg
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Plansee
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Schloss Linderhof
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Oberammergau
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alpine Coaster
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Ettal Abbey
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pilgrimage Church of Wies
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Are you able to walk slightly uphill from the car park to Neuschwanstein castle - approx. 1,5 km/1 mile within 45 minutes? If not, we have to calculate additional (waiting-) time for the horse-hybrid carriage or the Shuttle bus (not operating during snow and ice) – Anyway, an approx. 450 meters/0.28 miles uphill walk (up to 15 % slope) or an approx. 500 meters/0.3 miles downhill walk (up to 19 % gradient) from the respective terminal to the entrance of the castle have to be managed in any case! We can accompany you so that you can reach your castle tour in time.
- In Neuschwanstein Castle itself, a total of 346 stairs (up and down) have to be mastered. If you have a corresponding medical certificate about walking disability or mobility restriction or similar --> please inform us IMMEDIATELY after your booking! <-- we can request an exclusive LIFT SERVICE only for you with a maximum of one accompanying person, accompanied by the castle staff. The elevator service is at no extra cost, but (due to fire regulations) the number of tours with this service is very limited and must be reconfirmed by the castle authority.
- To Hohenschwangau castle there is a carriage service (not in winter season) almost from door-to-door. You have to climb stairs up to the 3rd floor and back (no elevator).
- In Linderhof castle you have to walk only approx. two times 10 minutes (relatively flat) and in the 30 minutes tour of the castle you have to climb stairs to the first floor.
- Each castle can be reached also with strollers, but they are not allowed during the tour of the interiors.
- If you want to reach Neuschwanstein castle by the "breathtaking" hike through the spectacular Gorge (approx. 45 to 60 minutes) on a well-developed path (not suitable for strollers, 1/4 of the distance are stairs), suitable footwear is required (for example hiking boots). In case of unsuitable weather or during maintenance work, the path through the gorge remains closed!
- Photo credit: Bild #2 (Neuschwanstein und Hohenschwangau) © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (neuschwanstein(dot)de), Bild #3 (Schloss Neuschwanstein) mit freundlicher Genehmigung © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (neuschwanstein(dot)de), Fotograf: Anton Brandl
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Please indicate under "Special Requirements" your Nr. of children who are 17 years or younger.
- No hidden costs!.
- Mineral water.
- SKIP-THE-LINE entrance fees for Neuschwanstein AND Linderhof Castle - even at short notice!.
- Tour length: 9.5 or 11 hours.
- Drive in new luxurious Mercedes or VW-Minivan (a/c) - only your group participates!.
- Licensed, friendly and passionate Guide.
- Spanish-/Portuguese-/French speaking guide on request.
- < If desired: Entrance fee Hohenschwangau Castle (2025): € 26.00 p.P/€ 2.50 for children younger than 6 years.
- Only if you can not walk the whole route from car park to Neuschwanstein castle, you might need:.
- < a) Shuttle bus (to Marie's bridge/not operating during snow and ice) (€ 4.00 ATTENTION: does not operate during snow and ice!) and/or:.
- < b) Horse-drawn hybrid carriage (€ 8.00 up/€ 4.00 down).
- (For the shuttle bus and the horse-driven carriage no reservation possible; waiting times possible!).
- < Lunch.
- < Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the EXCLUSiVE SKIP-THE-CROWDS Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castle Tour from Munich INCL. TICKETS is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Please indicate under "Special Requirements" your Nr. of children who are 17 years or younger
- No hidden costs!
- Mineral water
- SKIP-THE-LINE entrance fees for Neuschwanstein AND Linderhof Castle - even at short notice!
- Tour length: 9.5 or 11 hours
- Drive in new luxurious Mercedes or VW-Minivan (a/c) - only your group participates!
- Licensed, friendly and passionate Guide
- Spanish-/Portuguese-/French speaking guide on request
- < If desired: Entrance fee Hohenschwangau Castle (2025): € 26.00 p.P/€ 2.50 for children younger than 6 years
- Only if you can not walk the whole route from car park to Neuschwanstein castle, you might need:
- < a) Shuttle bus (to Marie's bridge/not operating during snow and ice) (€ 4.00 ATTENTION: does not operate during snow and ice!) and/or:
- < b) Horse-drawn hybrid carriage (€ 8.00 up/€ 4.00 down)
- (For the shuttle bus and the horse-driven carriage no reservation possible; waiting times possible!)
- < Lunch
- < Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Are you able to walk slightly uphill from the car park to Neuschwanstein castle - approx. 1,5 km/1 mile within 45 minutes? If not, we have to calculate additional (waiting-) time for the horse-hybrid carriage or the Shuttle bus (not operating during snow and ice) – Anyway, an approx. 450 meters/0.28 miles uphill walk (up to 15 % slope) or an approx. 500 meters/0.3 miles downhill walk (up to 19 % gradient) from the respective terminal to the entrance of the castle have to be managed in any case! We can accompany you so that you can reach your castle tour in time.
- In Neuschwanstein Castle itself, a total of 346 stairs (up and down) have to be mastered. If you have a corresponding medical certificate about walking disability or mobility restriction or similar --> please inform us IMMEDIATELY after your booking! <-- we can request an exclusive LIFT SERVICE only for you with a maximum of one accompanying person, accompanied by the castle staff. The elevator service is at no extra cost, but (due to fire regulations) the number of tours with this service is very limited and must be reconfirmed by the castle authority.
- To Hohenschwangau castle there is a carriage service (not in winter season) almost from door-to-door. You have to climb stairs up to the 3rd floor and back (no elevator).
- In Linderhof castle you have to walk only approx. two times 10 minutes (relatively flat) and in the 30 minutes tour of the castle you have to climb stairs to the first floor.
- Each castle can be reached also with strollers, but they are not allowed during the tour of the interiors.
- If you want to reach Neuschwanstein castle by the "breathtaking" hike through the spectacular Gorge (approx. 45 to 60 minutes) on a well-developed path (not suitable for strollers, 1/4 of the distance are stairs), suitable footwear is required (for example hiking boots). In case of unsuitable weather or during maintenance work, the path through the gorge remains closed!
- Photo credit: Bild #2 (Neuschwanstein und Hohenschwangau) © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (neuschwanstein(dot)de), Bild #3 (Schloss Neuschwanstein) mit freundlicher Genehmigung © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (neuschwanstein(dot)de), Fotograf: Anton Brandl
