"Grüß Gott" in München

Josef Tours München - An Introduction

Basically, I am Bavarian and geologist. The connections between our culture and our landscape made me curious to discover my homeland from a specific point of view already in the early 1990s. Ever since, I have explored Bavaria’s major attractions as well as forgotten places on numerous tours.

Bavaria looks back on a long history from Celtic and Roman times over the 738 years rule of the Wittelsbach dynasty to the modern state. And each period left its traces. Bavaria takes you along to unique palaces and churches, treasures, dramatic biographies, an overwhelming landscape, our famous inns, and a lifestyle that is as traditional as modern.

As a professional city guide in Munich and certified tour guide in Bavaria I’d like to invite you to discover Bavaria from a local’s point of view on my individual tours - to major attractions, off the beaten path or at your own pace.
I am at your disposition as private guide or tour leader for your group.

Bavaria is exciting. Come with me.

Yours,

Josef W. Wagerer

TourGuide International IHK | City Guide Munich | Approved Nature Guide

Josef's Walking Tour

Munich at a Glance

Specially tailored for our international guests this tour shows you Munich’s fascinating history and the most popular sites at a glance - with a Bavarian’s sight and many insider stories. Hear about salt and beer, discover charming courtyards and traditional inns on your own tour!

• Duration appr. 2 hrs | Groups from 150 € | Marienplatz

Josef's Munich Highlight Tour

Major Attractions and Hidden Places in the Ancient City

On this tour we’ll explore most famous sights and secrets off the beaten path. You might climb Munich’s oldest belfry and visit a church in perfect Italian Baroque style. Get an idea of  Henry the Lion, and discover traces of the Third Reich. A break in Munich’s most traditional inn is waiting for you as well!

• Duration 3 - 3.5 hrs | Groups from 240 € | Marienplatz

Munich for Insiders

Ancient City and Younger Quarters by Tramway

Basically designed for Munich residents I have adapted this tour also for our international guests. From one of the medieval city gates we discover famous Munich Residence, and explore the charming quarter Haidhausen including the Seat of Parliament and Third Reich history. Hop-on hop-off by tramway.

• Duration 2 hrs | Groups from 180 € + transport | Marienplatz

Munich Residence

Magnificent Seat of the Bavarian Rulers for Centuries

A tour through centuries in Germany’s greatest city palace! In this unique palace you gain fascinating insights in Bavarian history, artwork, and find many traces of our rulers. Hear about their fates, their times, and discover splendid rooms from Renaissance to Classicism. Definitely a must in Munich!

• Duration 1.5 - 2 hrs | Groups from 150 € + entrance fee | Marienplatz

Nymphenburg Palace

Summer Residence with Wonderful Garden

Founded on the occasion of famous Elector Max Emanuel’s birth in 17th century, Nymphenburg has been extended under five generations of rulers. Nowadays, it is one of the largest palaces in Europe. It houses rooms dating back to 1670 and has a magnificent garden with creeks, trees, and pavillions.

• Duration 1.5 - 2 hrs | Groups from 150 € + entrance fee & transport | Karlsplatz

Josef's Bus Tour

A Variety of Impressions from Munich

My classic bus tour starts at one of the three medieval gates left and follows the ancient city walls. You gain impressions on both ancient and modern Munich on our way to Nymphenburg and the world-famous Olympic Games Area of 1972. And you discover quiet quarters on the right side of Isar River.

• Duration 1.5hrs | Groups with own bus only from 160 € | Meeting point on agreement

Your Private Munich Tour

Selected Highlights at your own Pace

Choose from my tours above or let me know your individual  wishes - I’ll gladly design a specially tailored tour for you. We can discover classic major attractions as well as special sights off the beaten path. Discover charming gardens, Munich secrets, traces of the Third Reich, and more.

• Duration > 2 hrs | Groups from 180 € | Any meeting point | Please ask for your quotation

Neuschwanstein Castle

Breathtaking - World Famous Castle of our King Ludwig II.

Just 172 days our beloved King Ludwig II. spent in his fairytale castle - but among them his last. Highly impressive and dramatically Neuschwanstein with its opera sceneries is  embedded in the foremountains. Hear about King Ludwig, his era, his projects, his tragic life and death. As an option, you can also visit charming Linderhof Castle and Oberammergau.

• Duration 8 - 10 hrs | Groups with own bus only | Details & quotation on demand

Zugspitze and Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Germany's Highest Peak and Picturesque Skiing Resort

Choose between one of the world’s most modern cable cars or a historic rack-railway to get on top of Germany! At good weather conditions breathtaking views in the Alps and the foreland are waiting for you. Afterwards we explore charming Partenkirchen with its famous house paintings called “Lüftlmalerei”.

• Duration 8 hrs | Groups with own bus  only | Details & quotation on demand

Lake Chiemsee and Herrenchiemsee Palace

"Bavaria's Ocean" and its Islands

Majestic and impressive Bavaria’s largest lake offers a variety of major tourist attractions. Two islands with ancient monasteries and famous Herrenchiemsee Castle - Ludwig’s Bavarian Versailles. On our way by train, boat, and coach you will enjoy an exciting tour with many aspects!

• Duration 8 hrs | Groups only | Details & quotation on demand

Bus Round Trip through the Alps

Alps, Lakes, and Foreland - Great Impressions!

On our day trip from Munich over Lake Starnberg through the Alps you face an amazing landscape and gain many insights in Bavarian history and tradition. We stop at Lake Tegernsee and go up to Wallberg with fantastic views around. Later choose between a boat trip or - Bräustüberl Tegernsee...

• Duration 8 hrs | Groups with own bus only | Details & quotation on demand

Andechs Monastery

Medieval Counts, Modern Monks, and the Holy Treasure

Located amid of meadows and high above Lake Ammersee Bavaria’s holy mountain is awaiting you. It looks back to a long history closely connected to the mystical Holy Treasure. Today a lively and very successful monastery it houses the world famous brewery and is popular at tourists and locals.

• Duration 6 hrs | Groups only | Details & quotation on demand

The Gothic City of Landshut

Medieval and Modern - A Unique Gothic Ensemble

Just a one hour ride from Munich the former Wittelsbach residence Landshut offers fascinating insights in the medieval age. Authentic gothic facades, Trausnitz Castle, the world’s highest brick belfry, and an Italian inspired Residence show you the era of the “Rich Dukes” ruling in the 15th century.

• Duration 8 hrs | Groups only | Details & quotation on demand

Complete Tour & Event Management

For Single Travellers, Larger Groups, and Travel Agencies

I’ll gladly assist you in any issue regarding your tour to Bavaria and offer complete planning and management of your individual tour. Let me know your special wishes and I will arrange everything from planning to reservation, transport, entrance fees, lunch and dinner locations, and recommendations for accommodation.
With my long-term experience, I have excellent connections to bus companies, hotels and restaurants, and tour guide colleagues.
Gladly I also organize your events in Bavaria as cultural frame programs for conferences, and the like.
Have a look what Karlsruher Institute for Technology (KIT) wrote in 2019:

In June 2019 the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) had a 4 day business meeting in Munich with 45 international participants in the field of energy research. We had a loose idea what kind of events and places we would like to put on the agenda for the accompanying social-cultural program of the meeting and chose Josef Tours München for further arrangements. Josef Wagerer was responsible for the refining and detail planning of this agenda and has excelled our expectations: He arranged everything, from bus transfers, reservations and tickets, appropriate walking distances, lunch and dinner locations (including fish, meat and vegetarian menu options), experienced supporting guides (due to the size of our group), the payment up to the final bill which met our dedicated budget - and held a couple of tours himself, e.g. Walking Tour Munich, Herrenchiemsee Castle, and Munich for Insiders. Josef Wagerer is a trustworthy guide who reflects the Bavarian spirit in a likeable way and shines with his explanations, background stories, historic insight, and deep knowledge. His English is superb and you won’t regret having a beer with him.
I can highly recommend him for organization and conduction of cultural frame programs in Munich and around.

Looking forward to hearing from you!