Germany Travel Planning with Cate
The Germany Travel Planning Podcast is the go-to resource for anyone planning a trip to Germany—or even just dreaming of one. Hosted by Cate from MyGermanyVacation.com, this show provides practical travel information, insider tips, trip reports, and more to help travelers explore Germany and surrounding countries with confidence.
Aaron (MGV co-founder and Cate's husband) frequently joins the show, along with special guests who share their expertise and experiences.
Whether you're deciding where to go, how to navigate Germany’s trains, what to pack, or how to find hidden gems beyond the usual tourist spots, the Germany Travel Planning Podcast offers valuable insights to make every trip smoother and more enjoyable. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
Germany Travel Planning with Cate
Ep 47 | Is Hiring Private Tour Guide in Berlin Worth It?
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A private tour guide can completely change how you experience Berlin, but it's not the right call for every traveler or every trip.
In this episode I sit down with Matti Geyer, a born-and-raised Berliner and private tour guide in Berlin and Potsdam, to walk through the questions I hear from travelers all the time so you can decide whether a private guide belongs in your Germany itinerary.
Matti has been guiding since 2008, covers everything from World War II and Cold War history to street art and off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods, and is one of our most trusted preferred partners for clients heading to Berlin.
In this episode you'll learn:
- Why a private guide helps you maximize your time in a big, spread-out city like Berlin
- How private tours differ from group tours and which type of traveler gets the most out of each
- The tour options Matti offers, from a three-hour best-of tour to full-day excursions to Potsdam and Sachsenhausen
- How to find a qualified guide in Berlin when there is no formal licensing requirement
- How kid-friendly, mobility-friendly, and introvert-friendly private tours actually work in practice
- How to contact Matti, what to expect from the booking process, and what tours typically cost
Not sure where to start with planning your Germany trip? Grab my free Germany Travel Starter Kit at https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/ and I will walk you through the five key decisions every first-time traveler to Germany needs to make.
For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/podcast-episode-47
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