Hamburg, Altes Land & Island Föhr

The North is maritime in character and, with its idyllic islands, beaches, and the fruit paradise in the Old Country, is one of the most beautiful regions in Germany both landscape-wise and culinary-wise. Join us and experience the beauties of the North. You will visit Hamburg, the 'Gateway to the World', explore the Old Country, and head to the 'Frisian Caribbean' – the island of Föhr. Unforgettable days await you!

Day 1 | Arrival in Itzehoe

Departure in the morning and drive to Itzehoe. You will be warmly welcomed at the hotel. After checking into your room, a joint dinner awaits you.

Day 2 | Hamburg

Today's excursion takes you to Hamburg – the maritime metropolis with flair. Compact like a small town yet vibrant, sparkling, and with a fresh breeze of world city air – that is Hamburg. During a city tour, you will see the landing bridges at the harbor, the city center with its historic buildings, such as the town hall, the stock exchange, main churches, old merchant houses, the park landscape of the Outer Alster, etc. The afternoon is entirely yours! Perhaps you will use your free time to visit Miniatur Wunderland, the largest model railway exhibition in the world, located in the heart of Hamburg's warehouse district. A shopping stroll along Jungfernstieg and through one of the many shopping arcades is always an experience. You will return to Itzehoe for dinner.

Day 3 | Föhr – Frisian Caribbean

Early in the morning, you will start your special excursion to the "Frisian Caribbean" on the island of Föhr. Travel by our bus to Dagebüll to the ferry terminal. By ship, you will reach Wyk, the main town of the island, in about 50 minutes. Miles of white sandy beaches, beautiful green nature, mild sea climate, and plenty of Frisian traditions: all of this together makes Föhr, Germany's second-largest North Sea island, the "Frisian Caribbean." Characteristic of the island are the large windmills and the thatched historical houses – each one more beautiful than the last, you will be amazed and quickly fall in love with this island paradise. During an interesting island tour, you will be shown the most beautiful spots on the island. You will have individual time to explore and stroll along the Wyker beach promenade or enjoy the wonderful North Sea air on a beach walk. In the late afternoon, you will return to the mainland and take the bus back to the hotel.

Day 4 | Old Country

Today, you will go to the Old Country – the largest contiguous fruit-growing area in Northern Europe. The many stately farms with Old Country half-timbering, the windmills, and orchards make this excursion a special experience. The drive will take you to Stade. The port and Hanseatic town, first mentioned in 994, was the most powerful city on the Lower Elbe during the entire Middle Ages, alongside Hamburg. With a knowledgeable tour guide, you will take a stroll through the eventful history of the city. After an individual lunch break, you will continue to Jork, where you will learn a lot of new and exciting things during a fruit farm tour. From tree pruning to thinning to harvesting, you will learn everything about fruit cultivation and almost become a fruit specialist. Perhaps you will enjoy a piece of homemade cake in an idyllic setting afterward? Return to the hotel.

Day 5 | Return Journey

After breakfast, you will begin your journey home with many beautiful memories.

• Travel by modern coach
• 4x overnight stays including breakfast buffet
  at the Hotel Mercator Itzehoe Klosterforst
  in Itzehoe
• 4x dinner 3-course menu or in
  buffet form (at the chef's choice)
• City tour in Hamburg
• Full-day tour guide for the excursion
  "Island of Föhr"
• Boat trip Dagebüll – Föhr – Dagebüll
• Island tour Föhr
• Tourist tax Island of Föhr
• Guided tour Stade with Old Country
• Fruit farm tour including lecture
• Use of the Park Fitness Center
• Continuous BOHR travel accompaniment

Typically North German: The red brick facade of the 4-star hotel and the warm hospitality of the hotel team. The rooms at the Mercator Hotel are accessible by elevator and equipped with shower, toilet, hairdryer, TV, telephone, safe, and minibar, as well as free Wi-Fi. The historic city center of Itzehoe is only about a 10 – 15 minute walk away.