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Covens and Castles
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Oct 20 - 28, 2027
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Lumina Literary Tours
$6,750
Deposit: $100

About this trip

October 2027 | 9 Days of Alchemy, Folklore, and Shadow

Forget the cutesy gingerbread houses and the "Sound of Music" hills. We’re going deeper. This is the Germany of the Brothers Grimm before they were sanitized for Disney—a land of dense forests, alchemical secrets, and the lingering shadows of the witch trials. We’re chasing the ghost of Frankenstein, drinking wine in monasteries where the walls still whisper, and walking the thin line between history and folklore.

From Frankfurt to Füssen, from witch prisons to fairytale castles, this journey is built for travelers who collect stories, not souvenirs. Your days are filled with abbeys, herbalists, crime museums, and castle ramparts; your nights with candlelit taverns, smoked beer, and the kind of laughter that only comes from a group of like-minded dark romantics. Grab a glass of Riesling, tuck your morals into your carry-on, and let’s get into it.


What's included

✨ 9 Days / 8 Nights

9 Days / 8 Nights of Curated Indulgence: Hand-picked, luxurious accommodations in Frankfurt, Baden-Baden, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and Füssen.

✨ Ground Transportation

Private, comfortable transfers from arrival in Frankfurt to departure in Munich, and all inter-city travel and daily excursions. No navigating public transport, no rental car headaches.

✨ Culinary Delights

All breakfasts, plus a selection of specially curated lunches and dinners as noted in the itinerary, including our Welcome and Farewell Feasts. Expect exquisite wines, and unforgettable dining.

✨Exclusive Wine Tastings

Indulge in the ancient vintages of Eberbach Monastery and the unique volcanic wines of Kaiserstuhl.

✨ Spa Access

Your entry to the Caracalla Spa in Baden-Baden for an afternoon of unapologetic pampering.

✨ All Entrance Fees

Access to Frankenstein Castle, Medieval Crime & Punishment Museum, Drudenhaus, St. Mang’s Abbey, Neuschwanstein & Hohenschwangau castles, and the Night Watchman Tour.

✨ Expert Lumina Host

Your personal guide and logistics wizard, ensuring every detail is handled so you can focus on living your story.

✨ Family Connection

The priceless experience of traveling with a like-minded community, forging bonds over shared adventures and dark histories.

✨Tour Photographer

We at Lumina decided to hire a photographer to travel with us the entire time. Every. Single. Person. will be coming home with 10 professional photos of themselves and several group shots.

What's not included

Flights

Airfare (optional flight management available for $150 per person)

Travel Insurance

We'll send recommendations for reputable providers.

Pre/Post Accommodations

Hotels or meals before or after trip dates are not included—tour dates only.

Personal Expenses

Souvenirs, spa services, additional drinks beyond the package, laundry, and other personal purchases.

Crew Gratuities

Typically €10-15 per guest per day, paid directly on board at the end of the voyage.

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1. Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Frankfurt am Main, Germany

About your organizer

At Lumina Literary Tours, we don’t just book trips; we design plot-driven adventures for women who spent their childhoods—and their adulthoods—finding refuge in the pages of a book. Founded by travel strategist Kate Ciullo, Lumina was born from the belief that travel should feel like stepping into the worlds that once saved us.

We specialize in immersive, story-driven group travel that balances "main character energy" with the indulgence of long dinners, coastal villages, and historic castles. Whether we are chasing the Northern Lights in a landscape straight out of a winter romantasy or sharing a private yacht through the Adriatic, our tours are crafted to feel less like a "retreat" and more like a cinematic experience shared with your found family.

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