Super Budget-Friendly Germany Itinerary with Flights, Travel, and Attractions

Day 1: Arrival and Explore Berlin

Berlin, Germany on June 30, 2025

8:00am

Flight Arrive Berlin Brandenburg Airport

Arrive at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER). Budget airlines like Ryanair and EasyJet offer affordable options from many European cities.
EUR35, Varies

9:30am

Travel to City Center via S-Bahn

Take the S9 or S45 train from the airport to Berlin Hauptbahnhof. A 30-minute ride and an economical €3 ticket.
EUR3, 0h30m

10:30am

Breakfast at Zeit für Brot

Enjoy affordable fresh pastries and coffee at this popular bakery open from 8am.
EUR5, 0h30m

11:00am

Free Walking Tour Berlin

Join a reputable free walking tour (tip-based) that covers Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, and Holocaust Memorial.
Tip-based, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Mustafa’s Gemüse Kebap

Try Berlin’s famous döner kebab for a filling and budget-friendly lunch (open 11am-8pm).
EUR4, 0h30m

2:30pm

Visit East Side Gallery

Walk along this famous open-air gallery featuring murals on the Berlin Wall. Free entry, open all day.
Free, 1h

4:00pm

Museum Island Visit (Pergamon Museum optional)

Stroll around Museum Island. Entry is free to exterior grounds; Pergamon and other museums have €19 tickets but you can explore free areas to save money.
Free to explore outside only, 1h

6:00pm

Dinner at Witty’s Berlin

This chain offers excellent budget organic currywurst for about €4. Open until 10pm.
EUR4, 1h

7:30pm

Accommodation Check-in

Stay at a budget hostel like Circus Hostel or Generator Berlin for around €20-€30 per night.
EUR25, Overnight
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Day 2: Leipzig Day Trip

Leipzig, Germany on July 1, 2025

7:30am

Train to Leipzig

Book a budget Sparpreis ticket via Deutsche Bahn in advance, starting around €19, 1.5-hour trip.
EUR19, 1h30m

9:30am

Breakfast at Café Kandler

Enjoy local pastries and coffee at this affordable café open from 8am.
EUR6, 0h45m

10:30am

Free Walking Tour Leipzig

Participate in a tip-based free walking tour which visits St. Thomas Church, market square, and historic sites.
Tip-based, 2h

12:30pm

Visit the Monument to the Battle of the Nations

Explore this impressive monument and its surrounding park. The site is open and free to walk around; entry to the platform is €6.
EUR0 or EUR6 optional, 1h

1:30pm

Lunch at Die Kümmerei

Affordable local German dishes served in a casual setting, open from 12pm.
EUR8, 1h

2:30pm

Museum der bildenden Künste Leipzig

Visit this art museum with varying ticket prices. Entrance is €7 but on some days reduced or free entry applies; check in advance.
EUR7, 1h30m

4:30pm

Train back to Berlin

Return trip to Berlin via train book in advance for €19.
EUR19, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner at Burgermeister

Famous budget burger joint near Berlin's East Side Gallery, open until 11pm.
EUR6, 1h

8:00pm

Rest at Hostel

Relax overnight at your Berlin accommodation.
Included, Overnight
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Day 3: Nuremberg History and Culture

Nuremberg, Germany on July 2, 2025

7:00am

Early morning train to Nuremberg

Book Deutsche Bahn advance tickets for approximately €25 for a 3-hour trip.
EUR25, 3h

10:15am

Breakfast at Café Bar Katz

Start your day with coffee and pastries at this budget-friendly café in Nuremberg's old town, open from 8am.
EUR6, 0h45m

11:00am

Visit Nuremberg Castle

Explore this iconic castle with panoramic views of the city. Entry fee is €7, open 9am-6pm.
EUR7, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Bratwurst Röslein

Enjoy traditional Franconian sausages for lunch in a budget-friendly manner (open 11am-11pm).
EUR9, 1h

2:30pm

Walk through Old Town & Hauptmarkt

Stroll around Nuremberg’s historic central square and see the beautiful medieval architecture. Free to explore.
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds

Engage with Germany’s WWII history at this well-curated museum with €6 entry, open 10am-6pm.
EUR6, 1h30m

6:00pm

Train to Munich

Book a late train to Munich for about €20, roughly 1hr 15min ride.
EUR20, 1h15m

7:30pm

Dinner at a Budget-friendly Brewery

Try Augustiner Bräustuben for traditional Bavarian food at reasonable prices. Open until 11pm.
EUR10, 1h

9:00pm

Overnight at Munich Hostel

Stay at a budget hostel such as Wombats or MEININGER for around €25-€30.
EUR28, Overnight
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Day 4: Munich Highlights

Munich, Germany on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Frischhut

Taste affordable Bavarian pastries like Schmalznudel, open from 7am.
EUR5, 0h45m

9:00am

Marienplatz and Glockenspiel

Visit Munich’s central square, see the Glockenspiel show at 11am, free of charge.
Free, 1h

10:00am

Visit English Garden

Explore one of the largest urban parks worldwide, free entry and open all day.
Free, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Viktualienmarkt

Purchase inexpensive local food and enjoy a picnic-style lunch in the market area.
EUR7, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Deutsches Museum Outdoors and Free Areas

The museum has a €15 fee but exploring the outdoor exhibits and free entry areas can be very interesting.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Train to Cologne

Book a budget Sparpreis ticket for around €30; approximately 4-5 hours ride via high-speed train.
EUR30, 4h30m

8:00pm

Dinner near Cologne Hostel

Eat classic and affordable German dishes at Gaststätte Lommerzheim, open until 11pm.
EUR9, 1h

9:30pm

Accommodation in Cologne Hostel

Stay overnight at a budget hostel like Die Wohngemeinschaft for around €25.
EUR25, Overnight
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Day 5: Cologne and Departure

Cologne, Germany on July 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Bäckerei Zimmermann

Enjoy fresh German bread and pastries affordably, open from 7am.
EUR4, 0h30m

9:00am

Visit Cologne Cathedral

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site for free, open daily from 6am to 7:30pm.
Free, 1h

10:30am

Walk the Rhine River Promenade

Stroll along the scenic river, perfect for free sightseeing and photos.
Free, 1h

11:30am

Lunch at Imbiss an der Domplatte

Have a simple, affordable meal here, like bratwurst or fries for about €5.
EUR5, 0h45m

1:00pm

Travel to Cologne Bonn Airport

Use bus or train to airport, ~30 minutes and costs €3.
EUR3, 0h30m

3:00pm

Flight Departure

Catch your budget flight home from Cologne Bonn Airport.
EUR50, Varies
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