• Select "Yes, I want to share a room" and WTT will assign you a roommate when Final Travel Instructions are sent.
• You can specify a roommate by entering her name where indicated. If your named roommate is not on the tour, for any reason, WTT will assign you a roommate unless you pay to have your own room, if available.
• Select "No, I do not wish to share a room" if you want to have your own room. Additional costs apply.

• All shared rooms have 2 beds
• All shared rooms are non-smoking
• No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
• See "Frequently Asked Questions" TAB for more details

• 55% Easy
• 45% Moderate (crowded markets, winter weather, walking tours, walking uphill at castle, distances traveled)

Each day of the itinerary lists the included meals for that day (B,L,D,O). When a meal is not included, the WTT Tour Leader will have suggestions for where to eat.

You do not have to dine alone unless it is your personal choice. You'll most likely be dining with new acquaintances you've made, or you can join the Tour Leader.

Dietary Restrictions on International Tours: WTT has limited to no control over food selections or variety from meal-to-meal, especially at hotels. While we do our best to accommodate dietary requests and ensure variety of options, we cannot guarantee either.

In general this time of year, the temperature in Germany and Austria will likely be in the 30s. Rain, sleet or snow are likely as it is winter! Bundle up!  

For This Trip You'll Need—

• Attire appropriate for outdoor winter walking, including a warm waterproof jacket and shoes/boots.
• Clothing that easily layers to control warmth.

You May Also Want—

• Swimsuit for hotel saunas and spas
• Wool socks, warm hat, scarf and gloves

Good Packing Habits—

• Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping aids, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.
• Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
• Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
• Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
• Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.

On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the physical space limitations of the vehicles we use and the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance and any restrictions imposed by other forms of transportation.

• It is best to travel as lightly as possible.  Most travelers regret when they have packed too much.
• You may bring one suitcase plus one carry-on.
• You are responsible for managing your own belongings. That means we expect you to take your belongings from the coach to your room and to bring it back to the coach on days we change hotels. We do not provide luggage pulls; they are not safe and are inconvenient.
• Steps exist at most hotel entrances. Due to narrow European streets, sometimes the coach transportation must unload passengers and luggage some distance from the hotel entrance. It is your responsibility to get your luggage from these drop off points to the hotel and into your assigned room.
• If you carry a purse, it should be able to be worn across your body, hands-free and preferably under your coat for security.

• You should understand what your current cell phone plan includes in terms of data and minutes. Some, like certain T-Mobile plans, include an international package.
• Contact your cell phone service provider before departing about adding an international calling plan. Most carriers have flat daily rates which will allow your US-based phone to be functional upon arrival in a foreign country.
• Managing data while traveling internationally is important. Using WiFi when available and communicating through apps like What's App help you manage data usage while traveling.
• Learn how to make an international call BEFORE you leave. Consult your cell provider and check out the website www.HowtoCallAbroad.com.

Europe operates on 220V or 230V, which differs from most of North America and most European countries use the Europlug (also called the C-plug). Most of today's electronics (laptops, phone chargers etc.) are multi-voltage and will work worldwide automatically without a transformer, but will require a standard European plug adapter. Do not bring any heating appliances (curling iron, flat iron, etc) unless they are specifically rated as multi-voltage.

Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: whether the country your are visiting is a cash-based society, the number of meals you are responsible for, your individual shopping interests and habits, and cash for tipping.

• Germany and Austria’s official currency is the Euro (EUR, €).
• Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
• ATMs are typically the best way of obtaining cash; they are found in most cities and at the airport. You must know your PIN number for your debit and credit cards in order to use the ATMs.
• Market purchases are likely to require cash. Many vendors do not accept credit cards.
• If a merchant gives you the choice between making your transaction in USD or the local currency, always choose the local currency, to avoid dynamic currency conversion which includes a conversion fee.
• Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money.
• You may want to keep $100 or so in local currency for cabs, tips, sharing meal tabs, and smaller purchases.

All tips to local guides during your tour will be paid on your behalf. 

• You are responsible for tipping the National Guide who travels with the group (Budget $45-$55)
• You are responsible for tipping waitstaff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
• Gratuity and service charges are usually added to a restaurant bill. However, rounding up is common practice. For example if the bill is €28.50 you might want to round up to €30.00.
• You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.