Munich and Berlin

8 days

Munich, Berlin

Explore how the past impacts the present in two simultaneously historic and modern European cities. Contrast the lively Bavarian charm of Munich and buzzing streets of Berlin with the dark history of Dachau and complex impacts of the Cold War. Between stepping back in history and exploring modern-day cities, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of German culture.

Customize your experience
Two of the days in your itinerary are fully customizable! On those days, you can opt to enjoy unscheduled independent exploration or customize the experience by adding activities and excursions aligned with your academic discipline.

If you decide to customize one or both days, our experts will handle the logistics to help bring your vision to life.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany

Day 2: Munich

Meet your Field Director at the airport

Take a walking tour of Munich

With your Field Director you will see:

Munich Cathedral, the representative landmark of Munich
New Town Hall, a towering building home to the city government
Hofbräuhaus, a famous beer hall dating back to the 16th century and a symbol of Bavarian hospitality

Enjoy dinner in Munich

Day 3: Munich

Take a guided tour of Munich

With your expert local guide you will see:

Olympic Stadium, built for the 1972 Olympic Games
Residenz, the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs
Marienplatz, Munich's main city square

With an expert local guide, visit and reflect at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, which today serves as a memorial museum and a stark reminder of the darkest chapter in this country’s long story

Day 4: Munich: Customize your day

Spend the day exploring Munich on your own, or customize your day with an EF-arranged experience of your choosing:

Industry Engagement Activity: Dive into your academic discipline alongside industry experts
Cultural Activity: Experience local culture on a deeper level through an immersive activity
Out of City Excursion: Embark on a half-day or full-day excursion outside the city center

Day 5: Munich • Berlin

Travel by train to Berlin

Take a walking tour of Berlin

With your Field Director you will see:

Unter den Linden, Berlin’s most elegant boulevard
Reichstag, an iconic landmark and home to Germany's national legislature

Day 6: Berlin

🔹 Guided learning: Take a guided tour of Berlin

With your expert local guide you will see:

Brandenburg Gate, Germany's iconic landmark representing peace and unity
Kurfürstendamm, a famous avenue that’s lined with shops, hotels, and restaurants
Remains of the Berlin Wall, a physical and ideological divider now covered in political graffiti

Stop to take a photo at Checkpoint Charlie, a station that guarded the border between East and West Germany

Visit the Topography of Terror Museum, a history museum located on the site of buildings that served as the headquarters of the Gestapo and the SS

Visit the Holocaust Memorial

🔹 Guided learning: Gain insight into life on both sides of the Iron Curtain when you participate in an illuminating panel-led discussion

Day 7: Berlin: Customize your day

Spend the day exploring Berlin on your own, or customize your day with an EF-arranged experience of your choosing:

Industry Engagement Activity: Dive into your academic discipline alongside industry experts
Cultural Activity: Experience local culture on a deeper level through an immersive activity
Out of City Excursion: Embark on a half-day or full-day excursion outside the city center

Enjoy dinner in Berlin

Day 8: Depart for home