Nyphenburg Palace on the water

Bayern und Berlin

15-Day Teacher-Led Language and Cultural Immersion in Germany
15-Day Program | Two historic regions beckon! Your German language adventure begins with the sights of Munich and visit the castles of mad King Ludwig before discovering the charm of the medieval city of Nuremberg. Then students learn about real day-to-day German life while living with Gastfamilien. Our unforgettable Family Stay Experience® allows students to become temporary locals and appreciate the everyday German lifestyle. German language skills learned in the classroom come to life in this unique language immersion experience. The grand finale is a stay in impressive Berlin. All travel dates are tentative, pending teacher approval and airline confirmation.

Includes Family Stay Experience®

15 Day Immersion Program

Most Costs Included in Trip Pricing

Dedicated Planning Assistance

Day 1 | Departure

En route to Munich. Meals Included: None

Day 2 | Munich

Spend your first day in Germany exploring Bavaria’s beautiful “Stadt mit Herz.” Wander through the charming Altstadt, where cobblestone streets lead you past centuries-old architecture, lively cafés, and boutique shops. Be sure to pause at Marienplatz to watch the world-famous Glockenspiel, a delightful performance of chimes and dancing figurines that bring Munich’s history to life. In the evening, soak up the city’s warm hospitality and sample local specialties at traditional Bavarian restaurant. Meals Included: Dinner

Day 3 | Munich

Visit the baroque Schloss Nymphenburg. Find tasty dishes for lunch at the lively Viktualienmarkt. Tour Olympic Park and visit the Deutsches Museum or the BMW Museum. Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 4 | Munich

Enjoy an exciting day close to the German Alps visiting King Ludwig's famous castles - Neuschwanstein castle and Linderhof palace! Experience the charm of German Alpine villages like Füssen or Garmisch-Partenkichen. Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 | Nuremberg

Travel from Munich to Nuremberg via train. The historic medieval city of Nuremberg is one of Germany's most important centers for arts and culture. Walk along the historic city walls and try Nuremberg's sausage specialty - a Rostbratwurst. Visit the famous Albrecht Dürer Haus – it’s the only artist’s house in Northern Europe that still survives in largely original form from the Renaissance. Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6 | Family Stay

Now the real adventure begins! Travel to your family stay community and spend six memorable days with your Deutsche Familie. Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Days 7 - 11 | Family Stay

Immerse yourself in the German culture by experiencing everyday life with your host family! It’s your opportunity to use your language skills in real-life situations and make new friends. Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 12 - 13 | Berlin

You won’t want to leave, but it’s time to bid your host family farewell and head to the capital! Visit the Brandenburger Tor and Checkpoint Charlie, while pedaling your way around Berlin on a guided Fahrradtour. Don’t miss the 360-degree view from the glass dome of the Reichstag. Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 14 | Berlin

Ride the S-Bahn from Bahnhof Zoo to Alexanderplatz. Explore the historic streets of Mitte and modern Potsdamer Platz. Visit Potsdam and marvel at Schloss Sanssouci. Reflect on the last two weeks with your Mitreisenden at your Xperitas farewell dinner. Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 15 | Return

It seems too soon to say tschüss, but it’s time to board your plane and return to the United States. Meals Included: Breakfast

Pricing

$3539 per student
plus cost of international flights*
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  • Contact Xperitas for an air estimate based on your preferred travel dates and departure city. Start planning your 2027 program today!

*Travelers do not need to arrange their own air. Air travel is included in the program, but the cost will be added once the group air contract is confirmed. Price is valid for 2027 departures.

Price Includes

Round-trip airfare from city listed (and any airline fuel surcharges at time of booking)
In-country transportation (train, motorcoach, public transportation as applicable)
All overnight accommodations
Insurance for accidents or illness and trip cancellation coverage due to medical reasons only
International phone allowance $10 per day for one leader while in country
Xperitas Family Stay with all meals included
Local Family Stay Coordinator on call during family stay
24/7 Xperitas emergency support while abroad
Meals as indicated on the itinerary
Entrance fee allowance of $80 per student
Public transit allowance of $55 per student
Activities Included: Welcome and Farewell dinners , Guided bike tour in Berlin , Guided Walking Tour- "Stories of migration in Berlin" (other topics available upon request) , Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle , Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance: , Olympic Park Tower , Deutsches Museum , Entrance to BMW Museum , Guided tour of Sanssouci Palace , Spreefahrt , Berliner Unterwelten , Street Art tour and Graffiti Workshop , Reichstag Glass Dome visit (if available)

Price Excludes

  • Airline baggage fees
  • Variance in air cost due to changes in group contract after booking or if the group size prevents using the booked air contract.
  • Costs incurred due to late or missed flights
  • Passport, visa or other document costs
  • Transportation to/from departure city
  • Any meals not indicated on itineraries
  • Spending money and gifts
  • Any fees associated with advanced seating assignments
  • Small-group supplement when group has fewer than 10 participants
  • Tips for guide(s) and/or bus driver(s)

Enrollment Information

*Prices are based on a minimum group size of 10 students. When the minimum group size is not reached, a small-group supplement will apply. Final prices are determined by dates, air arrangements, family stay communities and other program components as confirmed by Xperitas, as well as the total size of the group and number of leaders at the time of final billing. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in fuel prices, exchange rates, and airfare costs beyond the control of Xperitas.

All activities to be paid on-site using entrance fee allowance provided, unless listed in Program Inclusions.

The order of this itinerary and all itinerary items are subject to change based on unforeseen circumstances that may arise prior to or during the program.
Es Lebe Berlin!
10-Day Program
  • Guided bike tour
  • Guided walking tour- stories of migration (other options available upon request)
  • Farewell dinner
  • Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
  • Guided tour of Sanssouci Palace
  • Spreefahrt
  • Berliner Unterwelten
  • Street Art tour and Graffiti Workshop
  • Reichstag Glass Dome visit (if available)
Guten Tag, München!
10-Day Program
  • Guided bike tour
  • Guided walking tour- M wie Migration (other options available upon request)
  • Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Farewell Dinner
  • Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
  • Olympic Park Tower
  • Deutsches Museum
  • BMW Museum
  • Former Concentration Camp Dachau
Deutschland in vollen Zügen genießen!
10-Day Program
  • Guided bike tour in Munich
  • River Rhine boat tour (roundtrip Koblenz-Bacharach)
  • Guide for 2 hours walking tour in Cologne in English
  • Evening Watchman tour In Heidelberg
  • Guided tour Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Cogwheel train and cable car to Zugspitze Mountain top
  • Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
  • BMW Museum
  • Baking class in Salzburg
  • Partnachklamm
  • Alpine coaster
Bayern und Berlin
15-Day Program
  • Welcome and Farewell dinners
  • Guided bike tour in Berlin
  • Guided Walking Tour- "Stories of migration in Berlin" (other topics available upon request)
  • Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
  • Olympic Park Tower
  • Deutsches Museum
  • Entrance to BMW Museum
  • Guided tour of Sanssouci Palace
  • Spreefahrt
  • Berliner Unterwelten
  • Street Art tour and Graffiti Workshop
  • Reichstag Glass Dome visit (if available)
Abenteuer in den Alpen!
9-Day Program
  • 3 hours guided bike tour in English with Mike's Bike Tours 
  • Guided walking tour in Munich in English
  • Guided tour Neuschwanstein Castle 
  • Cogwheel train and cable car to Zugspitze Mountain top
  • Baking class in Salzburg
  • Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
  • Olympic Park Tower
  • Deutsches Museum
  • BMW Museum
  • Former Concentration Camp Dachau
  • Alpine coaster in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
  • Partnachklamm
Allons-y & Auf Geht’s to France & Germany
14-Day Program
  • Group activity of your choice from the following options: tickets to the Atelier des Lumières, access to the Montparnasse Tower Observatory, or a cooking class where you'll prepare Flammekueche, a specialty from the Alsace region.
  • Ticket to Bateaux Mouches Seine river cruise
  • Entrance to Musée du Louvre
  • Castle tour
  • Guided bike tour Munich
  • Entrance to Nymphenburg Palace
  • Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
  • Olympic Park Tower
  • Deutsches Museum
  • BMW Museum