Chiemsee: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Munich: Salzburg, St. Wolfgang, and the Salzkammergut

1. From Munich: Salzburg, St. Wolfgang, and the Salzkammergut

Travel through the picturesque foothills of the Bavarian Alps on this day trip from Munich to Salzburg. Admire alpine wonders along the way and have free time to explore Salzburg at your own pace.  Hop aboard a comfortable and climate controlled bus at a centrally-located meeting point in Munich. Relax on the drive and spy the enchanting Chiemsee, also called the "Bavarian Sea," as it is the largest lake in Bavaria. Arrive in Salzburg, the city of Mozart and have around 2.5 hours to see the city's impressive buildings, take in the vistas, and wander through the Baroque Old Town. Have time to take in sights like the Hohensalzburg fortress and the birthplace of Mozart.  Spend your free time checking out the cathedral, Hellbrunn Palace, and the fountains. Take a stroll through the Old Town to uncover boutique shops and eateries offering culinary delicacies. Get back on the bus and, in the summer (from April until November), travel thorughthe Salzkammergut to the Wolfgangsee. Purchase a boat ride to St. Wolfgang, the Hotel zum Weißen Rössl, and see the pilgrimage church.  Stop at the Mondsee, a location for the film "The Trapp Family." In the winter (from November to April), instead of the visit to St. Wolfgang you'll get to enjoy more time in Salzburg. During December enjoy the colors and aromas of Christkindlmarket Christmas market. Return to your meeting point in Munich by bus at the end of your tour.

Tandem Paraglider Flight & Tandem Paragliding at Chiemsee

2. Tandem Paraglider Flight & Tandem Paragliding at Chiemsee

Take part in a tandem paraglider flight at the edge of the Alps between Munich and Salzburg. A total of 8 flying spots are suited for long thermal flights throughout the year in spring and summer, as well as for special Alpine paraglider tours in autumn and winter. All pilots have a long experience of flying, with well over 1000 flights, and use only the latest equipment. Flights with children or groups, e.g. company events, are also available with this offer. The selected mountains and flying spots are at Bad Tölz, Tegernsee, Lenggries im Isartal (Isar valley), Samerberg bei Rosenheim, Hochfelln am Chiemsee, as well as the Kampenwand and Kössen in Tirol. Take off and enjoy the power of thermals or simply feel the wind in your face! Realize the dream of flight together with a tandem partner and gaze over the landscape from a bird's eye perspective.

Private Van Tour to the Royal Palace of Herrenchiemsee

3. Private Van Tour to the Royal Palace of Herrenchiemsee

Enjoy a drive from Munich to the largest Bavarian Lake: the Chiemsee. On the way there will be plenty of short breaks for taking in the beautiful scenery. Take a boat ride to Herreninsel and learn of this breathtaking Island, on which stands a replica of the castle of Versaille. Enjoy a guided tour of this fantastic island dating back to the time of King Ludwig II, and take in the sights of the lakes surrounding it. After your tour there will be time to see the Augustian Monastery. Afterwards, you will continue by boat to the Fraueninsel. Here, there will be time to visit the Benedictine church. Finish the day with a gentle stroll around this stunning area, indulge in the area's fine foods, swim in the clear waters, or simply relax before we go back by boat.

Chiemsee: Bavaria, Seon Monastery Private Scenic Tour

4. Chiemsee: Bavaria, Seon Monastery Private Scenic Tour

Get an unforgettable bird's eye view of Bavaria on this private flying experience. Learn to be a pro at flying a plane from your knowledgeable pilot as you glide effortlessly through the clouds. Marvel at the breathtaking views of Chiemsee and Wasserburg. Feel on cloud 9 as you get ready to embark on this flying trip. Take off from Ampfing with your experienced pilot and fly high in the sky. Feel the adrenaline rush through your body as you enjoy the ride of your life. Fly south to Seon-Seebruck, where you will see the Seon Monastery from the air. Next, travel through the clouds and head to the Chieming via Seebruck.  Glide over the Chiemsee, see the islands of Frauenchiemsee, Herreninsel, and the Herrenchiemsee Palace.  Finally, enjoy a short tour of Prien before heading back to Ampfing. Admire views of Wasserburg on route back. 

From Munich: Private Day Trip to the Berchtesgaden Alps

5. From Munich: Private Day Trip to the Berchtesgaden Alps

Since this is a private tour, the itinerary can be adjusted based on what you wish to visit. Be picked up at your accommodation in Munich and start the scenic journey to Berchtesgaden in a comfortable VW minivan. An early pick-up time, no later than 8:00 AM, is recommended to avoid possible crowds in peak season. Follow the German Alpine road and see views of the Bavarian Alps and lakes. You’ll have the opportunity to stop along the way to take photos. Take in the Alpine scenery around Watzmann mountain, the second-highest in Germany. Learn about the history of the region. While you can choose which attractions to visit, of the 3 most popular attractions, Eagle’s Nest, Lake Königssee, and Herrenchiemsee Palace, it is recommended that you choose to visit maximum 2 of the 3. Experience the panoramic views from the Eagle’s Nest and learn about the history of the location. Learn about the remnants of the Nazi regime at nearby Obersalzberg and explore the extensive network of bunkers. Visit the village of Königssee and enjoy the diversity of shops in the surrounding area. Take an optional boat ride on the lake to hear the famous Königssee Echo. Next, head to the historic town of Berchtesgaden. If you wish, you can go down the panoramic road where the final scene of the "Sound of Music" was filmed. Travel to Lake Chiemsee, enjoy a relaxing ferry over Bavaria’s largest lake and visit the king's most magnificent palace, Herrenchiemsee Palace.

München: Rundflug München, Seen, Schlösser, Alpen abAugsburg

6. München: Rundflug München, Seen, Schlösser, Alpen abAugsburg

Discover Munich and its surrounding landscapes on a sightseeing flight over lakes, forests, and famous landmarks. Admire the Alpine landscape and fly over Lake Forgegensee. Enjoy interesting commentary from your pilot. From our ALPEN AIR terminal in Augsburg, fly via Dachau to the state capital Munich with the architecturally brilliant Allianz Arena of FC Bayern Munich. Be enchanted by the beauty of Munich from a height of only 600 meters, flying low to discover the English Garden and the German Museum. Hover over the Marienplatz and the Frauenkirche, as well as the Nymphenburg Palace. At a slow speed, circle the futuristic BMW World and of course the Olympic Park with its 291-meter-high Olympic Tower. Next, fly over Lake Simssee to the Bavarian sea, Lake Chiemsee. In the middle of Bavaria’s largest lake and against the impressive backdrop of the Alps, Herrenchiemsee Castle and Fraueninsel Island await you. Then head towards the mountains and see through the large windows onto the Kampenwand and the Wilder Kaiser. Over the half hour that follows, take in the grace of the mountains as you fly almost 150 kilometers along the northern Alps. Pass the Wendelstein after the Inn Valley and discover idyllic lakes in the midst of the impressive mountain world: first, pass the circular Thiersee, then the picturesque Schliersee, the small Spitzingsee, and the famous Tegernsee. Conclude your mountain tour with the beauty of the Ammergau Alpine landscape and the Plansee lake surrounded by mountains, before the next highlight comes into view – the imposing fairytale castle of King Ludwig II, Neuschwanstein Castle at the foot of the mountains overlooking Lake Forggensee. Then fly over the Murnauer Moos and the dark blue Staffelsee and Riegsee to the colorful Osterseen before reaching the Fünfseenland. Pass the popular lake of Starnberg and enjoy the beautiful colors of the water, especially in the area of the Roseninsel.

Ampfing: Private Seven Lakes Flight with Headphones

7. Ampfing: Private Seven Lakes Flight with Headphones

Explore Bavaria's unrivalled natural beauty from the air on a private flight from Ampfing. See the entire mountain range from the Kampenwand far into the Allgäu with 7 calm lakes along the route. Sit back and marvel at the views unfurling beneath you while you listen to your pilot's narration through headphones. Take off and head south to Chieming with its idyllic Chiemsee lake. From there, cross the lake to see the two islands of Frauenchiemsee and Herrenchiemsee from the air. Passing Prien, set course for the Schliersee lake, with a brief view of Spitzingsee lake. Marvel at more lake views from above Tegernsee lake with its charming Tegernseer brewery, which is known far beyond Bavaria's borders. After a short Tegernsee sightseeing flight, fly along the mountain range to Jochberg to marvel at Kochelsee lake with Walchensee lake behind it. Next, fly over the small, partly untouched Staffelsee islands before starting the journey to the Allgäu. En route, marvel at Forgensee lake, which is on the direct route to the intermediate landing site, the Kempten airfield. Land in Kempten for a coffee and cake break. Re-energized, take off to return to Ampfing. Depending on how much time is left and on the weather, return via Lake Ammer and Lake Starnberg. Fly over another hotspot, the town of Wasserburg. With its historic centre on a peninsula formed by the meandering river Inn and many Medieval structures, it is always worth a photo.

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4.4 / 5

based on 297 reviews

The tour is excellent. Just the kind of tour when you enjoy not only the locations you visit, but absolutely all the way to them. The views of the Alps are incredible. Salzburg is interesting and beautiful, but it's hard to talk about the Alpine lakes - you need to see it. I also liked the work of the guide, a very professional and interesting woman. I would really add a visit to Hallstatt to this tour - it is too close to the visited locations. But the overall impression is excellent. Thanks to the organizers.

I did this tour in November 2022 and was impressed with the knowledge of my guide. She was full of knowledge about our destination and our bus driver was wonderful. Seeing Austria for a day was a rewarding experience for me. I'm happy I got to do this tour.

Our group really enjoyed the day trip from Munich to Salzburg. Peter was an excellent tour guide. We only wish we would have had more time to spend in Salzburg.

Great value for the money! The boat ride was excellent. We even got to watch sound of music on the way back which was a lovely touch.

An enchanting, beautiful trip, the super friendly guide, worth knowing