Discover the Cultural Heart of Germany as you follow in the footsteps of Bach, Handel, Goethe and Schiller!

Begin your journey in the city of Leipzig, where you will enjoy a 2 night stay in the 5-star Westin Hotel, situated in the heart of the city. The ambience of the 436 rooms is characterised by the contemporary, elegant style and luxurious finish. Leipzig is a city of great historic importance and was once home to famous personalities such as Goethe and Bach.

Leipzig is also home to the oldest civic orchestra in the world, the Gewandhaus Orchestra, founded in 1871. During the evening, Leipzig's opera house is lit up beautifully, encapsulating its fascinating 300 year musical history. Composer Johann Sebastian Bach lived and worked in Leipzig and today the Bach Archives are still housed in St Thomas' Church where Bach performed as a choirmaster for some 27 years until his death in 1750. Don't miss Leipzig's enchanting town hall, old stock market or the historic court building.

Just a short distance south-east of Leipzig is the town of Colditz with its impressive castle, formerly the infamous prisoner of war camp. Steeped in historic culture, Colditz is definitely well worth a visit.

Drive to Weimar, once the home to such luminaries as Goethe and Schiller. Stay for a night in the 5-star Grand Hotel Russischer Hof. The hotel boasts a stylish elegance with all 126 rooms offering luxurious, contemporary furnishings. With its unique collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Weimar has much to offer the discerning traveller, including the former home of Goethe, the Bauhaus Museum and the Anna Amalia Library.

Continue on your journey to Halle, the birthplace of George Frederic Handel. The famous composer grew up here before moving to England, and people can still visit the house in which he was born today. The impressive ‘Germania' Statue, donated by Halle's Opera House, welcomes you to this captivating city. Stay overnight in the 4-star Apart Hotel, a family-run hotel offering 50 rooms, all with a unique, appealing atmosphere.

The next day travel to Lutherstadt Wittenberg. The town is world-renowned since Martin Luther published his famous theses here in 1517. On your way, make time to visit Dessau, home to the famous Bauhaus architecture. Enjoy an overnight stay in Wittenberg at the superior 3-star Luther Hotel. Located in the historical town centre, the hotel is comfortably furnished with the majority of the 165 rooms offering wonderful views of the town's church.

Finally, drive back to Leipzig/Halle airport for your flight home.

Package includes:

• 6 nights, bed and breakfast
• Flights from London to Leipzig/Halle                       
• Car hire for 7 days
  
  For more details and to book now please call: 0871 231 3373