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German Family Life
Real-World Practice
History & Cultural Discovery
Explore Germany Through Language, History and Culture
This 15-day German immersion program takes students from the historic streets of Munich and Nuremberg to the vibrant capital of Berlin. Along the way, students discover Bavaria’s cultural traditions, explore famous castles and experience the history of one of Germany’s most fascinating cities.
The experience becomes personal during the Family Stay Experience®, where students spend time living with a German host family and using their language skills in everyday situations. From conversations at home to exploring local communities, students gain a deeper understanding of German culture and daily life beyond the classroom.
The journey concludes in Berlin, where students explore landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and the Reichstag. Combining classroom learning with cultural experiences, family life and Germany student travel, this German language immersion program gives students the opportunity to put their skills into practice throughout the journey.
Why Choose This Experience
Explore Munich’s historic Altstadt, Marienplatz, Schloss Nymphenburg and other cultural highlights
Discover the castles and Alpine landscapes of Bavaria, including Neuschwanstein and Linderhof
Experience everyday German life while staying with a host family through the Family Stay Experience®
Learn about Nuremberg’s medieval history, architecture and artistic heritage
Discover Berlin’s history and modern culture through guided tours, public transportation and iconic landmarks
Programs with experienced in-country support
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Program Details
Price
- $3,539 per students PLUS cost of international flights*
- For every six students the cost of one leader is included in the price.
- For every enrolled student on your program, there is a $50 leader stipend to help leaders offset expenses while abroad
- Students can save $200 with Our Early Bird Discount!
*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.
Duration
15 days
Included
- Round-trip airfare (plus airline fuel surcharges at time of booking)
- In-country transportation (train, coach bus, and public transportation)
- All overnight accommodations
- Insurance for accidents or illness and trip cancellation coverage due to medical reasons only
- International phone allowance ($10/day for one leader while in country)
- 24/7 Xperitas emergency support during travel
- Xperitas Family Stay with all meals included
- Local Family Stay Coordinator on call during family stay
- Meals as indicated on the itinerary
- Entrance fee allowance of $80 per student
- Public transit allowance of $55 per student
Not Included
- Airline baggage fees
- Airfare variances due to contract changes or group size
- Costs from late or missed flights
- Passport, visa, or documentation fees
- Transportation to/from departure city
- Meals not listed on the itinerary
- Spending money and gifts
- Advanced seat assignment fees
- Small-group supplement (fewer than 10 participants)
- Tips for guides and/or bus drivers
Activities
What’s Part of the Program
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- Guided bike tour in Berlin
- Guided walking tour: “Stories of Migration in Berlin”
- Guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle
Suggested activities that can be covered by entrance fee allowance:
- Olympic Park Tower
- Deutsches Museum
- BMW Museum
- Guided tour of Sanssouci Palace
- Spreefahrt
- Berliner Unterwelten
- Street art tour and graffiti workshop
- Reichstag Glass Dome visit, if available
Add-on Travel Coordinator
The role of the Travel Coordinator is as follows:
- Supports the group getting to and from activities and sites
- Manages logistics (transportation, schedule, tickets)
- Serves as the primary on‑the‑ground support and problem‑solver
- May provide cultural context but is not a certified academic guide
- Supported by local guides at specific sites
What You’ll See & Do
Day 1 | Departure
The adventure begins! Pack your bags and set off on an exciting journey 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. Visit Marienplatz to watch the world-famous Glockenspiel and enjoy an evening at a traditional Bavarian restaurant.
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 3 | Munich
Visit the baroque Schloss Nymphenburg and 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 such as Füssen or Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 5 | Nuremberg
Travel from Munich to Nuremberg by train. Explore the historic medieval city, walk along its historic city walls and try Nuremberg’s famous Rostbratwurst. Visit the Albrecht Dürer Haus, the only artist’s house in Northern Europe that still survives largely in its original Renaissance form.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6 | En Route to Family Stay
Travel to your family stay community and spend six memorable days with your German family.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Days 7–11 | Family Stay
Immerse yourself in German culture by experiencing everyday life with your host family. Use your language skills in real-life situations, make new friends and gain a deeper understanding of the German lifestyle.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 12–13 | Berlin
Bid your host family farewell and head to Berlin. Visit the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie, explore the city by bike and take in 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 and explore the historic streets of Mitte and modern Potsdamer Platz. Visit Potsdam and marvel at Schloss Sanssouci before reflecting on your experiences with your Mitreisenden at the 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
Important Details
Prices are based on a minimum group size of 10 students. If the minimum is not met and your group cannot be combined, a small-group supplement will apply. Final pricing is determined by confirmed dates, air arrangements, family stay communities, program components, group size, and number of leaders at final billing.
Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in fuel prices, exchange rates, and airfare costs beyond the control of Xperitas.
The order of itinerary items may change due to unforeseen circumstances prior to or during the program.
See What Teachers Say About Xperitas
It was really amazing. I got to hang out with my friends and classmates while touring Berlin and then I got to experience German life with my host family. Spending time with my classmates from America in the German school also made it more fun, since I could still hangout with friends and make new ones in a different language. I saw beautiful sights and ate wonderful food and got to see a sliver of German life and a little bit of the world too.
The first day, I immediately went up in a restaurant and ordered my food in full German. That confidence and encouragement from the restaurant staff set me up to feel confident in my skills and I was extremely proud of myself! Be open to new experiences. It’s a whole new culture and way of life, so if you seclude yourself from really cool opportunities, you won’t get as much out of everything!
I think it was a confidence booster and the experience was so awesome for her and I know we will be lifelong friends with her host family. She already misses Germany and wants to look into studying abroad there or somewhere else and I know doing this program helped her make that decision. She is really looking forward to her senior year taking another year of German and possibly learning another language in college.
I was very impressed overall with our experience with Xperitas. Everyone was very helpful and knowledgeable and the website and other resources were excellent!
The first day, I immediately went up in a restaurant and ordered my food in full German. That confidence and encouragement from the restaurant staff set me up to feel confident in my skills and I was extremely proud of myself! Be open to new experiences. It’s a whole new culture and way of life, so if you seclude yourself from really cool opportunities, you won’t get as much out of everything!
