Frankenstein’s Halloween: Gothic Voyage Through Switzerland & Germany
JOIN US OCT. 25TH - NOV. 3RD, 2026
10 Days | From $3,980
(A payment plan is available!)
Experience the ultimate Halloween adventure on a 10-day Frankenstein-inspired tour through Europe’s most hauntingly beautiful landscapes.
Trace Mary Shelley’s footsteps from Geneva’s stormy lakeside to Germany’s eerie castles, where Gothic history and supernatural lore come alive. Celebrate Halloween night with an unforgettable festival at Frankenstein Castle, featuring ghostly tales, chilling performances, and Gothic revelry. Complete with ghost tours, a Rhine River cruise, and a paranormal investigation, this is the perfect journey for history, horror, and Halloween enthusiasts!
(A payment plan is available!)
About Your Trip
Step Into the Shadows of Gothic Legend: A Frankenstein Halloween Adventure
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Europe’s most hauntingly beautiful landscapes, inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Join us on this 10-day tour with a masterful blend of Gothic history, supernatural lore, and breathtaking scenery, crafted to immerse you in the spine-tingling tales and mysterious inspirations behind one of the greatest literary masterpieces ever.
Follow in the footsteps of Mary Shelley, tracing the life and imagination of the woman who gave birth to one of literature’s most enduring Gothic tales, Frankenstein. Begin in Geneva, where Shelley’s journey started during the infamous “Year Without a Summer,” when the stormy skies above Lake Geneva inspired her to weave a story of life, death, and monstrous creation. Explore the landscapes that sparked her imagination, from Geneva’s shimmering lakeside and the fabled Villa Diodati, where Frankenstein was conceived, to the dramatic Rhine River and Strasbourg’s Gothic splendor. Every moment is steeped in eerie allure.
Travel onward through Switzerland, venturing into Germany’s enigmatic towns and forests, where the fictional Victor Frankenstein pursued his dark experiments and his tragic monster roamed. Explore Heidelberg’s haunted castle, stroll its cobbled streets by lantern light, and dive into the chilling festivities at Darmstadt’s Frankenstein Castle—culminating in the Frankenstein Halloween Festival on Halloween night. Celebrate in the heart of the castle with ghostly tales, eerie performances, and a night of unforgettable Gothic revelry.
A highlight of this journey is a Rhine River cruise in Strasbourg, where you’ll drift through a storybook setting of medieval castles, lush vineyards, and enchanting villages. Hear haunting tales of the river’s mythical sirens and Gothic legends. Adding to the thrill, one exclusive paranormal investigation will plunge you into the heart of the supernatural, offering a chance to connect with the unknown.
With our hand-picked theme-experienced guides, we delve into history, literature, and the supernatural. From ghost tours to a Halloween festival at Frankenstein Castle, this tour is a thrilling blend of cultural exploration, Gothic fantasy, and Halloween Magic!
Dare to retrace Shelley’s steps and uncover the dark legacy of her creation? We are! Come with us to an experience that has never been offered before!
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What's Included / Excluded
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Airport Transfers: Arrival From: Geneva International Airport (GVA) & Departure To: Frankfurt International Airport
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Hotel Accommodations: 9 Nights, 3/4 Star Rated Hotels
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Hotel Taxes: Service charges & taxes at your hotels.
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Incredible Tour Guides: Experienced tour guide and director during the trip.
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Select Activities: Fees for all venues & activities listed on the final itinerary
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Select Meals: 11 meals as described in the itinerary. This includes: 9 breakfasts each morning, a Welcome Dinner, a Celebratory farewell dinner
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Luxury Transport: Luxury Coach with Expert Drivers
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Snacks/Drinks: Snacks and water are available on the bus for longer transport days.
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MAT Signature Surprise: Our signature “Secret” whimsical surprise
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Emergency Care: 24-Hour Emergency Customer Service while on tour
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MAT eBook: Souvenir eBook upon returning home
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Adventure Awaits: A great group of fellow Mysterious Adventures Tours travelers, excited to explore all that Germany & Switzerland has to offer!
*** PACKAGE EXCLUDES ***
- Land package only: Travel to/from Airfare, Bus & Rail Fare are not covered. (We will assist you in capturing the best route and rates.)
- Additional Locations: Any other destinations/services not listed on the final itinerary
- Personal Expenses: Any personal expenses, such as laundry, room service, mini bar, telephone, etc.
- Travel Insurance: (recommended)
- Unforeseen Travel Issues
- Expenses incurred due to unforeseen travel disruptions such as catastrophic natural weather conditions/disasters, and local conditions (strikes, protests, political disturbances, etc.)
- Additional Meals
- Additional meals and drinks outside of the itinerary’s offerings, including alcoholic beverages
- Passport Fees
- Excess baggage fees
- COVID-19 Testing: Required (or elective)
- Tips: Tips for Tour Guide, Coach Driver, and hotel staff.
Where You'll Stay
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Our “Spectral Service” Package
Enjoy our personalized and enriched customer service, included with every booking at no additional cost: “Our Spectral Service” Package.
- Access to a private “Gateway” Portal: This is a private entry website, only for those traveling together on your tour. The Gateway will provide you with relevant information, resources, and perks associated with the tour you have purchased.
- Private Livestreamed Live Gatherings: Four separate weekly Group Zoom Calls, 2 months prior to the tour, will be offered for you to attend. Each meeting is prepared to offer the information that most travelers need. Discussions of VISA requirements, money exchange, communicating internationally, and even what to pack will be held, to make you feel comfortable about such an important experience. Most importantly, here you will meet fellow travelers, exchange ideas, and even make plans together. Relationships are started and enriched with your fellow travelers!
- Flight Booking Assistance (Complimentary): Although we are not a travel agency, our experience will engage our skills to find you great flights! We offer a one-to-one session with someone on our team to suggest good flights that offer value and proper access to the destination. This will make sure that the arrival and departure times work well with the given itinerary.
- A Social Media (Facebook) Private Group Page: Communication is vital to share updates, ideas, notifications, and many other important segments in preparing for such an important experience. Facebook is the best place to do this, and it will be private only to our tour group. As we proceed to our destination, we will use a Chat Group that is pulled from this group to keep organized and well communicate with each other.
Terms, Policies & Recommendations
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TREK LEVEL: 3
Moderate activity, consistent walking, and potential for uneven terrain. (click here to learn more)
EXPERIENCE:
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Dress Code
Casual, comfortable and light.
From our gallery
Follow in the footsteps of Mary Shelley, tracing the life and imagination of the woman who gave birth to one of literature’s most enduring Gothic tales, Frankenstein.
Tour Plan
DAY 1- 🧭 10/25/2026
Arrival in Geneva – The Spark of a Gothic Tale
Arrive in Geneva, the shimmering lakeside city where Mary Shelley conceived Frankenstein. Check into a historic boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Geneva's medieval Old Town. The cobbled streets and ancient buildings whisper with centuries of history.DAY 2- 🧭 10/26/2026
Shadows of Shelley in Geneva
Begin your day with a visit to the legendary Villa Diodati, perched above Lake Geneva. Though privately owned, the villa exudes an aura of mystery as you imagine Shelley penning her Gothic masterpiece within its walls.DAY 3- 🧭 10/27/2026
Journey to Strasbourg – Castles and Ghostly Roads
Set out on a scenic journey from Geneva to Strasbourg, stopping first at the iconic Château de Chillon, a lakeside fortress steeped in Gothic allure. Tour its dungeons, where prisoners once languished, and climb its towers for breathtaking views of Lake Geneva.DAY 4- 🧭 10/28/2026
Rhine River Cruise – Legends on the Water
Embark on a 4-hour Rhine River cruise departing from Strasbourg. Drift through storybook scenery as the river winds past misty vineyards, towering castles, and quaint villages. Hear the legend of the Lorelei Rock, where a siren is said to lure sailors to their doom. Sail past the Château de Pourtalès, a site shrouded in tales of romance and tragedy.DAY 5- 🧭 10/29/2026
Heidelberg – Ghosts Among the Ruins
Arrive in Heidelberg, a city where the past lingers in every corner. Begin with a tour of Heidelberg Castle, its ruined walls and sprawling gardens offering a poignant glimpse into the power and mystery of the past. Hear tales of the castle’s ghostly residents, from spectral knights to shadowy figures that wander its corridors.DAY 6- 🧭 10/30/2026
Mystical Heidelberg – Secrets of the Past
Spend a full day delving deeper into Heidelberg’s historical and haunted treasures. Visit the enigmatic Thingstätte Amphitheater, a site surrounded by dense forest and steeped in mysticism. The eerie silence of this open-air structure hints at its unsettling past.DAY 7- 🧭 10/31/2026
Frankenstein Castle – A Day of Halloween Festivities
Journey to Darmstadt and step into the heart of Gothic legend at Frankenstein Castle, where history and the supernatural collide. The day is fully dedicated to the Frankenstein Halloween Festival, an immersive celebration of mystery, fright, and fun. Explore the castle ruins, which inspired Mary Shelley’s dark imagination, as they come alive with eerie decorations and spirited performances. The air is filled with the crackling energy of Halloween, from costumed revelers to live music and theatrical displays.DAY 8- 🧭 11/1/2026
Ingolstadt – Birthplace of a Monster
Travel to Ingolstadt, the fictional birthplace of Victor Frankenstein’s tragic creation. Begin with a tour of the Old University, where Shelley imagined Victor studying the forbidden sciences.DAY 9- 🧭 11/2/2026
Frankfurt – Farewell to the Shadows of Mary Shelly's Halloween!
Conclude your journey in Frankfurt, a city where medieval history meets modern vibrancy.DAY 10- 🧭 11/3/2026
Goodbye, Frankenstein. The Legacy Lives On!
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Follow in the footsteps of Mary Shelley, tracing the life and imagination of the woman who gave birth to one of literature’s most enduring Gothic tales, Frankenstein.
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Full Package Shared Occupancy per person: $3,980.00
It includes everything in the itinerary (subject to change). Please read all the inclusions/exclusions. This is a PER PERSON Rate for DOUBLE Room Accommodation. (Two persons do not share this rate.)
This package includes the entire itinerary! Although the room is shared, you can do everything else as a single. This is a great rate for travel buddies or significant others!
If you do not have a second person sharing your space, you’ll be matched with another solo traveler of the same gender. Please note that many international hotels only offer European-style twin-bedded rooms, in which the single/full mattresses have separate bedding but are pushed very close together (sometimes even touching). Twin rooms will not have two double/queen beds like we are accustomed to in the U.S.