The 4 Best Hohenschwangau Castle Tours from Munich

1.Neuschwanstein Castle by Bus Incl. Bike Ride or Hohenschwangau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 607 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $78Our pick

Travel from Munich to Schwangau by air-conditioned coach, then choose an easy bike ride past Alpine lakes or visit Hohenschwangau. Your English-speaking guide handles the timing, lunch stop, Marienbrücke visit, and Neuschwanstein entry. Expect a full day with cycling, walking, castle views, and extra cash costs.

“Great …fun … beautiful Great guides great people Worth every penny . I would recommend this tour to everybody”

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2.Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Exclusive Skip-the-Crowds Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours (approx.) · from $759

Travel by private Mercedes or VW minivan from Munich with guides such as Stefan, Maria, Thomas, Karl, or Christian. Skip the main Neuschwanstein line, then shape the day around Hohenschwangau, Linderhof, Oberammergau, Plansee, Füssen, or the Alpine Coaster.

“This was a wonderful tour! Throughout the drive, Stefan shared the history of the castles and surrounding areas making the actual castle tours more meaningful. The van was very comfortable and timing of the stops was just right, including the lunch reservations. Starting early (7:30am) did get us ahead of the crowds at Neuschwanstein as stated - definitely glad we followed this recommendation. The walk up the road to Neuschwanstein was a bit of a workout but pretty cool - Stefan provided detailed information about the walk and accessing the castle entrance which made the experience stress free. We also toured Linderhof Palace - I loved it! We visited the…”

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3.Private Castle Tour from Munich: Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau, and Linderhof

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.)

Travel from Munich by private vehicle to three Bavarian royal sites in 8 to 10 hours. Your guide, often Philip or another assigned driver-guide, handles the route, hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, water, and snacks. Castle admissions cost extra, and guide quality can vary.

“We have booked many tours through Viator, but this was not as advertised at all. The car was nice and the driver was prompt - that is the end of the good news. There was no tour or commentary provided at all by our driver Thomas - his English was poor and it appeared as though he had never been to either of the locations before and did not understand the premise of the tour, he took me to the ticket counter but had us purchase the wrong tickets so we only ended up seeing Neuschwanstein at that site. He did not provide any useful directions or commentary on how…”

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4.EXCLUSIVE 3 Royal Castle SKIP-THE LINE Tour of Neuschwanstein + Linderhof + Hohenschwangau from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $785

Travel from Munich in a private Mercedes or Volkswagen minivan with an English-speaking guide. Visit Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau, and Linderhof, plus Lake Starnberg, Plansee, Oberammergau, and Ettal Abbey. Castle admissions beyond Neuschwanstein are extra, and the day involves uphill walking and stairs.

“Stefan was wonderful! We loved the information he provided and his vehicle was spacious and very comfortable! Highly recommend this trip! He has great communication and very accommodating to say the least!! Be prepared for lots of walking and stairs…. But worth every step!”

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