Group Activity: Morning train from Munich to Leipzig.

Enjoy a scenic train ride through the German countryside, providing time to relax, reflect, and prepare for the upcoming activities.

Educator Takeaway: Experience the efficiency of European train travel and consider its implications for sustainable transport education.

Free Afternoon to explore Leipzig- Enjoy a Free afternoon upon arrival to Leipzig or choose an optional side trip

Optional Side Trip - additional cost

Leipzig Zoo (You can pay admission at the zoo)

Home to over 850 animal species from around the world, Leipzig Zoo (Zoologischer Garten Leipzig) is a leader in animal welfare and breeding programs. From jungle paths and treetop trails to river cruises and Germany’s largest indoor tropical rain forest, the sprawling zoo has something to entertain all ages.

Educator Takeaway: Explore animal habitats and conservation programs, which can inform lessons on biodiversity, environmental science, and sustainability.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight in  Pentahotel Leipzig (or similar)

Today we head to a local school for our professional development. 

Group Activities: 

Morning PD School visit - Visit a local school to observe teaching methods, curriculum implementation, and student engagement strategies.

Educator Takeaway: Gain insights into German educational practices, exchange ideas with local educators, and identify best practices to bring back to your own classroom.

Free Afternoon & Evening 

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight in  Pentahotel Leipzig (or similar)

Optional Activity: (At additional Cost)

 Battle of the Nations Monument - A massive monument commemorating the Battle of Leipzig in 1813, offering panoramic views and historical exhibits.

Educator Takeaway: Reflect on the historical significance of the monument and discuss its educational impact on teaching European history and national identity.

Again we will head to a local school for our professional development. 

Group Activities: 

Morning PD School visit day #2- Participate in interactive workshops focused on innovative teaching strategies and professional growth.

Educator Takeaway: Develop new pedagogical techniques and collaborate with peers to enhance classroom instruction. 

Free Afternoon & Evening 

Summit Group Dinner- Enjoy a group dinner, sharing experiences and insights from the day’s activities with local educators.

Meals Included: Breakfast/ Dinner

Overnight in  Pentahotel Leipzig (or similar)

Enjoy a Free Day in Leipzig

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight in  Pentahotel Leipzig (or similar)

Optional Side Trips:  Day Trip to Dresden.  

Learn more about Dresden’s fascinating and dramatic history on a private walking tour of the Old Town. Check out the city’s beautiful landmarks, including the reconstructed Church of Our Lady, the Zwinger Palace, and Dresden Castle. The itinerary can be tailored to suit your interests, and your guide will share their tips on where to eat and what else to do in the city. Receive personalized attention on a private tour Best suited to active travelers as this is a walking tour Ideal for first-time visitors to Dresden wanting an overview Get a local insight into Dresden that you’d otherwise miss.

Educator Takeaway: Learn about Dresden’s history and its restoration after WWII, and explore how these experiences can be incorporated into lessons on resilience and cultural preservation.

Free Day in Leipzig

Meals Included: Breakfast

Overnight in  Pentahotel Leipzig (or similar)

Optional Day Trip to Berlin (Additional Cost)

Put the history books away and save hours of research time with this guided walking tour of Berlin. Your guide takes you to some of the city’s most significant sites from the Third Reich and Cold War eras, including the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and Hitler’s Bunker. Along the way, as well as lots of great photo opportunities, a guide helps deepen your historical understanding with insightful commentary throughout. Go on a tour that showcases Third Reich and Cold War sites Explore places on foot that bus tours can’t access Learn as you explore: A guide entertains you with commentary Check off key landmarks, such as Brandenburg Gate.

Educator Takeaway: Gain insights into Berlin’s role in shaping modern Germany and discuss the educational importance of teaching about the Berlin Wall and post-war history.

Today, as a group, we will head back to Munich

Free afternoon and evening in Munich

Optional Side Trip (Additional Cost)
Hitler and the Third Reich Munich Walking Tour- 

What was behind the Third Reich? Why did they have so many prominent artists involved? The origins of Hitler and major WW11 sites are just some of the main topics in this city tour.  

Educator Takeaway: Understand the ethical implications of teaching about WWII and the Holocaust, and explore strategies for discussing difficult historical topics with students.

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Overnight at Atomis Hotel Munich Airport by Mercure (or similar)

Today we will explore the Neuschwanstein Castle together. 

We will visit the famous Bavarian palace, as seen as the logo in Disney Movies.

Educator Takeaway: Explore the cultural and architectural significance of Neuschwanstein Castle, and discuss its impact on German cultural heritage.

Free evening in Munich

Optional Side Trips at the castle (Additional Cost)

• Cable Car - https://www.tegelbergbahn.de/startseite.html 
• Luge Run - https://youtu.be/jk6YGZybDbk  -  watch the video all the way through.  He really gets moving!!
• Or just ride the bus to the Beer Garden for free and enjoy the scenery!

Free Day in Munich 

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Overnight at Atomis Hotel Munich Airport by Mercure (or similar)

Optional Side Trip (Additional Cost) 

 Guided Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Tour  

 Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this half-day tour from Munich. Travel by train from Munich to Dachau with a guide, and visit the former concentration camp. During your guided tour, gain insight into the brutality of the Nazi regime and learn of the 42,000 innocent prisoners who lost their lives there. Explore the history of the Third Reich in the visitors' center, and read about the camp’s historical context from the prisoners’ perspective. Half-day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site from Munich Visit the first WWII concentration camp in Germany Learn about the Nazi regime and the rise and fall of the Third Reich Gain insight into life in the camp from the prisoners’ perspective Tour includes round-trip travel from central Munich.

https://www.viator.com/tours/Munich/Fully-Guided-Dachau-Concentration-Camp-Memorial-Site-Tour-from-Munich/d487-11057P1?pid=P00008694&uid=U00009140&mcid=58086

 Today, enjoy a  Free Day in Munich 

You may choose from optional Side Trips (additional fee)- 

1. Berchtesgaden Town and Eagle's Nest Day Tour from Munich 

Getting from Munich to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) by public transport makes for a long day trip. Avoid stressing about connections or the hassle of arranging a rental car, and take this relaxing tour instead. Explore the Dokumentation Obersalzberg museum and Eagle's Nest at your expense, and stop at the alpine town of Berchtesgaden. A special bus and lift then take you up to the Kehlsteinhaus at an altitude of 1,834m where you will be rewarded with spectacular views. In the event of bad weather conditions (fog, ice, snow) which make a trip up to the Kehlsteinhaus impossible, we offer the visit to the Berchtesgaden salt mines as an alternative.

2.  Sound of music day trip to Salzburg

Take a train to Salzburg in the morning for you 12 PM Tour.  Return by train by train after the tour.  Full day (@12 hours)

Discover the magic of the alpine region of Salzkammergut on this half day coach tour of Hallstatt from Salzburg. A guide fills you in on the region’s history on the 1.5 hour scenic ride to Hallstatt, passing through picturesque towns such as Fuschl, St. Gilgen and Strobl. In Hallstatt you have 2.5 hours free time to take a walk along Lake Hallstatt, visit the museums and the famous "Bone House", which houses over 600 skulls and bones of Hallstatt citizens. You can also opt to take a funicular to the World Heritage View Platform "Skywalk" and enjoy breathtaking views of Hallstatt, the surrounding mountains and the Lake. Half-day guided coach tour to Hallstatt from Salzburg Explore the historic village at leisure and uncover its culture Optional cable car ride to the World Heritage Viewing Platform Skywalk Keep cool while wandering around the Hallstatt Bone House, home to over 600 skulls.

Meals Included: Breakfast 

Overnight at Atomis Hotel Munich Airport by Mercure (or similar)

Departure Day 

Return home, or continue your journey.

Trip leaders will assist with airport transfers.