Cultural/cross-curricular tour to Munich by air: 5 days, 4 nights
Munich is the capital of Bavaria and has many cultural and historical attractions, making it a great destination for a language and cultural, or cross-curricular school tour.
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Suggested itinerary
Day one
- Fly to Munich
- Transfer to accommodation
- Time at leisure
Day two
- Explore Munich on foot
- Allianz Arena – Home of FC Bayern
- Bavaria Filmstadt
Day three
- Neuschwanstein Castle
- Hohenschwangau Castle
- Evening Visit to Eiscafe Venezia
Day four
- BMW Museum and BMW Welt
- Olympic Park and Tower
- Cinema trip – outdoor cinema in summer time
Day five
- Depart accommodation
- Time for shopping at the Marienplatz
- Transfer to airport
- Fly back to the UK
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Excursion Ideas
Bavaria Film Studios
Subject range: MFL, Cultural
What you’ll experience: The studios are located south of Munich in Grünwald/Geiselgasteig. A great excursion for students – the Bavaria Film Studios are where “Das Boot” was shot as well as many successful German films and TV series. There is a stunt show with special effect and students can see Falcor the dragon from The Neverending Story.
Select says: Guided tours last 90 minutes and take you behind the scenes, showing the skills of those who create the movies as well as an insight into the management of a tourist attraction of this nature
Allianz Arena
Subject range: MFL, Cultural
What you’ll experience: Students can immerse themselves in the world of professional football at the Allianz Arena, the home of FC Bayern.
Select says: Tours last approximately 75 minutes for groups and start with a film on the development of the Allianz Arena. After that there is a guided tour taking in the changing rooms, the tunnel, the interior rooms, the press club, the upper tier and a pitchside visit.
Neuschwanstein Castle
Subject range: MFL, Cultural, History
What you’ll experience: Neuschwanstein Castle is a nineteenth-century Romanesque Revival palace on a rocky hill above the village of Hohenschwangau in southwest Bavaria. The palace was commissioned by Ludwig II of Bavaria as a retreat and as an homage to Richard Wagner. The palace was a personal refuge for the reclusive king, and was opened to the public after his death in 1886.
Select says: Located a short drive from Hohenschwangau Castle. Neuschwanstein Castle can only be visited with a guided tour in German and English and last around 30 minutes. Further information can be found via the website where there are also some pre-tour activities to share for children.
Hohenschwangau Castle
Subject range: MFL, Cultural
What you’ll experience: Hohenschwangau Castle is a 19th century castle which was the childhood residence of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. It was built by his father, King Maximilian II of Bavaria.
Select says: Located a short distance from Neuschwanstein Castle. The castle can only be visited with a guided tour in German and English and last around 35 minutes.
BMW Museum and BMW Welt
Subject range: MFL, Cultural, Business Studies, STEM
What you’ll experience: The BMW Museum is an automobile museum in Munich located near the Olympiapark, detailing the history of the automobile manufacturer BMW. The museum was established in 1973, shortly after the Summer Olympics. The museum shows BMW’s technical development throughout the company’s history and exhibits engines and turbines, aircraft, motorcycles, and more.
Select says: In addition to actual models there are futuristic-looking, and conceptual studies from the past 20 years. The emphasis of the museum is technical development and the benefits of modernity.
Cultural/Cross-Curricular trip to Munich by air: 5 days, 4 nights Accommodation
A&O Hauptbahnhof
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This hotel is a 5-minute walk from Munich Main Station. It offers rooms with a private bathroom, a 24-hour reception and free WiFi in all rooms and public areas.
The hotel's luggage storage room and safe are available at no extra cost. Guests can enjoy satellite TV broadcasting various sport channels in the lobby and bar.
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A&O Laim
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Conveniently located directly next to Munich-Laim Train Station, this accommodation offers bright, spacious rooms and free WiFi. It lies just 4 km from the centre of Munich. A 24-hour front desk, a bar and a snack bar are all features at a&o München Laim. Guests can relax in the shared lounge, or enjoy a game of billiards. Guests can enjoy satellite TV broadcasting various sport channels in the lobby and bar.
Rooms: All rooms at a&o München Laim are decorated with parquet floors and a bright colour scheme. The shared rooms have lockers, and all bathrooms include a shower.
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A&O Hackerbrücke
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This hotel in Munich is one train stop from Münich Central Station. It features a rooftop terrace. The a&o München Hackerbrücke provides both hotel and hostel rooms, located on different levels. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and public areas.
Donnersbergerbrücke Train Station is 500 metres away, offering good public transport connections across Munich. Evening events sometimes take place in the lobby. Guests can enjoy satellite TV broadcasting various sport channels in the lobby and bar.
The breakfast buffet is served each morning.
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Meininger Zentrum
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Located just steps from Munich’s main train station, our hotel places you close to must-sees like Marienplatz, Theresienwiese (home of Oktoberfest), and the Viktualienmarkt. Experience the heart of Munich with ease and comfort.
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Meininger Olympiapark
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A continental breakfast buffet and packed lunch are available each morning at the property. The hotel bar offers a variety of drinks on a daily basis.
Guests can enjoy a game room and billiards, prepare meals in the shared kitchen, and use the washing machine and dryer.
Nymphenburg Palace is 3.6 km from MEININGER Hotel München Olympiapark, while Old and New Pinakothek as well as Pinakothek der Moderne are within 4 km of the property.
Rooms: All rooms at the hotel are soundproof and come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The private bathrooms include a shower, free toiletries and a hair dryer.
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DJH Munich City
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Guests can enjoy a bar and lounge area, a lift, and a 24-hour front desk. Additional amenities include luggage storage and a continental buffet breakfast with vegetarian and vegan options. Located 41 km from Munich Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Lenbachhaus and Konigsplatz, each 3 km away. Scuba diving is available in the surrounding area.
Highly rated for its breakfast, room cleanliness, and convenient location, Jugendherberge München City provides a welcoming environment for all travellers.
Rooms: This accommodation offers private bathrooms with showers and wardrobes. Each room includes a TV and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay.
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DJH Munich Park
Location: Thalkirchen
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This modern hostel with a 24-hour reception is situated in Munich's Thalkirchen district, a 5-minute walk from Munich Zoo and a 10-minute underground ride from Munich’s city centre.
A breakfast buffet is served each morning at the Munich Park. Lunch and dinner are also available here. Lunch packs can be organised.
Thalkirchen Underground Station is just 400 metres from the HI Munich. Several peaceful, green parks are within a 30-minute walk.
Rooms: Rooms at the HI Munich Park Hostel include a private bathroom and bed sheets. Free WiFi is available in the whole building.
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DJH Pullach
Location: Pullach
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Located on the outskirts of Pullach, just outside the gates of Munich, Castle Schwaneck stands tall. Our youth hostel offers one to six-bed rooms as well as two dormitories. We also have rooms suitable for people with mobility impairments who can move their own wheelchair. The castle, with its over 180-year-old history, exudes a special charm.
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Facilities: Bowling alley. WiFi access in public spaces for free.
DJH Dachau
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Located 32 km from Munich Airport, the hostel is near attractions like the BMW Museum (15 km) and Nymphenburg Palace (16 km). Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy the bar, and participate in activities such as walking tours, hiking, and cycling. The hostel features an outdoor fireplace, indoor play area, and games room.
Rooms: This accommodation offers family rooms with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, and work desks.
Facilities: Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Links to Learning
Learning areas:
KS3
Modern foreign language: develop and use a wide-ranging and deepening vocabulary that goes beyond their immediate needs and interests; listen to a variety of forms of spoken language to obtain information and respond appropriately; initiate and develop conversations, coping with unfamiliar language and unexpected responses, making use of important social conventions such as formal modes of address; speak coherently and confidently, with increasingly accurate pronunciation and intonation.
KS4
German
AQA
- Identity & Culture
- Local, National, International and Global areas of Interest
Edexcel
- Identity & Culture
- Local area, Holidays & Travel
- International & Global Dimension
OCR
- Identity & Culture
- Local, National, International and Global areas of Interest
History
AQA
- Germany, 1890–1945: Democracy and dictatorship
Edexcel History
- Weimar and Nazi Germany, 1918–39
OCR History
- Germany 1925–1955: The People and the State
- Conflict and co-operation 1918–1939
Design and Technology
AQA D&T – Electronic Products, Graphics, Product Design, Resistant Materials, Systems & Control Technology
- Design & Manufacture
- Processes & Manufacture
- Materials & Components
- Design & Market Influences
- Industrial Processes & Manufacture
- Systems & Control
- Industrial Practices
- Information & Communication Technology
OCR D&T – Electronics & Control Systems, Graphics, Industrial Technology, Product Design, Resistant Materials
- Consideration of Products
- Consideration of The Environment#
- Consideration of Society & Economy
- Working with Tools & Processes
- Selecting Processes
- Designing for Success
Edexcel D&T Electronic Products, Graphics, Resistant Materials
- Materials & Components
- Industrial & Commercial Processes
- Analysing Products
- Designing Products
- Technology
- Sustainability
- Ethical Design & Manufacture
- Tools & Equipment
Select Extras:
KS3/KS4 There are some fantastic video clips available here including situations such as following directions to the market:
