Oktoberfest 2007: Tours For Backpackers
Backpackers who’re keen to go to Munich’s Oktoberfest this year (22 September – 7 October), but don’t want the hassle of having to find and book accommodation, working out how to get there or finding friends who’ll join you might like to consider going on a backpacker tour.
Obviously, tours will tend to cost you more than you’d pay if you organised it all yourself, but sometimes the hassle can outweigh the expense, and a few days on the road without worrying where to next can be quite a tonic for the travel-weary.
It can also be a pretty good option for backpackers who’re currently working in the UK or Europe and aren’t technically on the road, but want to make a quick trip to the world’s largest beer festival.
So, the following are some options from tour companies catering specifically to backpackers and other shoestring travellers:
- 5 day fly in – 1st weekend – £379 (21-25 Sept) Earlybird price £359
- 4 day fly in – 2nd weekend – £349 (28 Sept – 1 Oct) Earlybird price £329
- 5 day fly in – 3rd weekend – £389 (5-9 Oct) Earlybird price £359
- 5 Day Coach/Camp 1st Weekend – £199 (21-25 Sept)
- 5 Day Coach/Camp 2nd Weekend – £199 (28 Sept – 2 Oct)
- 5 Day Coach/Camp 3rd Weekend – £199 (5-9 Oct)
- 6 Day Munich Hostel Tour – £275 (20-25 Sept)
- Flight & Hostel Package – £395 (21-24 Sept)
When considering your tour option, remember that a coach tour means a looong time spent in a bus (it’s quite a way from London to Munich!), whilst flying gets you there and back much quicker.
Also, some tours offer camping accommodation, and others hostel beds – so if you’re not into roughing it, hostels might be more up your alley. Hostel tours sell fast, though, with several already sold out already, so get organised, and book early!
Related entries:
La Tomatina: Let The Tomato Mayhem Commence!
Oktoberfest Brawl: When Flirting Fails, Hurl A Stein
Oktoberfest Chat Up Lines: Bavarian Flirting Made Easy
Packed Mag: A Backpackers’ Guide To The Oktoberfest
Travel resources backpackers might find useful:
Book hostels in Munich – find and book your hostel online at special discounted rates
Oktoberfest.de – official Oktoberfest website
Travel Insurance – instant, cheap travel insurance for backpackers
Travel newsletter – sign up for our free monthly travel newsletter ‘From The Road’
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