The 4 Best Private Castle Tours in Germany

1.Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle Luxury Private Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · from $680Our pick

Join Aiman or Spendi for an 8 to 11 hour private journey from Munich to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. You travel in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle, with castle tickets, pickup, drop-off, bottled water, and transport by shuttle bus or horse carriage included. The route also visits Füssen, Lechfall, Plansee, Oberammergau, and Ettal Abbey.

“This was one of the best and most comfortable tours we have ever been on. Our guide Aiman was excellent! His knowledge, attention to detail, and friendly personality really made this trip fantastic. All the sites were beautiful and AimaRead more”

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2.Neuschwanstein Castle, Ettal Abbey and Oberammergau Private Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 160 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $596Best value

Travel from Munich by private minivan to Neuschwanstein Castle, Oberammergau, and Ettal Abbey. Your driver-guide handles transport and castle tickets, while you enjoy Marienbrücke views, a horse-carriage ride, free time for lunch, and a small-group day for up to seven people. Guides such as David, Martin, Paul, and Lucas are often praised for their history knowledge and care.

“Great tour! Great experience! David was a fantastic host and guide. Would recommend to everyone looking to get out of Munich and see the Bavarian countryside.”

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3.Private Tour to Neuschwanstein Castle & Linderhof from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $654

Spend about nine and a half hours with a private guide such as Sandro, Martin, Julia, or Bruce, visiting Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, and Oberammergau. Hotel pickup, transport, and castle admission are included. Expect mountain views, painted village houses, timed entries, uphill walking, and a full day with little spare time.

“We had an outstanding day to the castles with our guide Bruce. He was punctual and friendly and well organized. The 2 castles were spectacular of course and we even got to tour the grotto at Linderhof (apparently open for the first time in several years). Finished the day with gelato in Oberammergau. Such a beautiful little town and such a special day. Would highly recommend without reservations.”

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4.Half Day Private Tour Linderhof Castle & Oberammergau incl Ettal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 119 reviews

This private six-hour trip from Munich visits Linderhof Palace, the village of Oberammergau, and Ettal Abbey. Your guide handles the drive and commentary, while you choose palace time, village shopping, and lunch at your own cost. Confirm the exact itinerary and ticket fees before booking, since the tour details also describe Neuschwanstein.

“This was one of the best days of my trip - even though it was also the one rainy day. The trip was so well organized and the guides Brad and Craig were great. Even with the rain we were able to so and see everything. Once we arrived the guiRead more”

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