NZZ Reader Trip: Munich Opera Festival Opera Maria Stuarda
Munich combines great opera with royal history and Bavarian joie de vivre. As part of the Munich Opera Festival, you will experience Donizetti's masterpiece «Maria Stuarda» at the Bavarian State Opera. A city tour, a visit to the magnificent Residenz and plenty of time to explore at your leisure complete this very special cultural trip. You will stay at the traditional 5-star Hotel Bayerischer Hof in the heart of Munich.
Dates and prices
Day 1: Switzerland – Munich
Enjoy a comfortable journey to Munich by Car Rouge with 2+1 seating. On arrival, you will check in to the renowned Hotel Bayerischer Hof, which, with its central location and traditional elegance, is one of the city's finest addresses. In the evening, you will enjoy a dinner together at the hotel and get in the mood for the cultural days ahead.
Day 2: Munich & Opera
On a city tour and a guided walk, you will get to know the most important sights of the Bavarian capital. The afternoon is at your leisure for your own activities. In the early evening, an opera aperitif will set the mood for the musical highlight of the trip. Afterwards, you will attend Gaetano Donizetti's «Maria Stuarda» at the Bavarian State Opera, one of the great masterpieces of Italian bel canto.
Day 3: Munich & Optional Opera
In the morning, you will visit the Munich Residenz, for centuries the seat of the Bavarian dukes, prince-electors and kings. On a guided tour, you will discover the magnificent. The afternoon is yours to enjoy. In the evening, you have the option of experiencing Richard Strauss's «Ariadne auf Naxos» at the Gärtnerplatztheater.
Day 4: Munich - Switzerland
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to Munich. With many musical and cultural impressions, you begin the comfortable journey back to Switzerland.
CarRouge
The Premium vehicles are state of the art and offer generous space: 3 luxury seats per row, individually adjustable headrests and an interior height of 2.10 m create a unique sense of space.
- 30 wide, luxurious Premium armchairs in a 2+1 seating layout
- Generous seat pitch of 90 cm
- Seat belts at every seat
- Height-adjustable footrest, adjustable backrests and armrests
- A unique sense of space thanks to an interior height of 2.10 metres
- Multichannel sound system at every seat, lane assist and adaptive cruise control
- Free Wi-Fi/internet in Europe
INCLUDED
- Travel by Car Rouge, 2+1 seating
- Accompanied by a music expert
- Accommodation in a carefully selected 5* hotel
- 3 nights B&B (room/breakfast buffet)
- 1 dinner at the hotel, drinks included
- Opera aperitif with wine and canapés
- Guided city tour of Munich
- Opera ticket (1st category)
- Car Rouge audio system
Hotels
The traditional 5* Hotel Bayerischer Hof is one of Munich's most renowned addresses. Centrally located in the old town, it is only a few steps from the Residenz and the Bavarian State Opera. Elegant rooms, outstanding cuisine and first-class service ensure a stylish stay in the heart of the city.




