Munich, Germany for Oktoberfest

September 30 – October 4, 2026 – Extension to Munich, Germany

An unforgettable four-day Culinary Learning Journey celebrating the flavors, traditions, and festive spirit of Bavaria.

Over four delicious days, you’ll explore Munich through its food, heritage, and world-famous hospitality. Enjoy VIP access to the lively atmosphere of Oktoberfest, where classic Bavarian dishes, local beer, and joyous music set the tone for an extraordinary experience.

Dive deeper into the region’s culinary traditions with a hands-on pretzel-making workshop, a guided tasting through the legendary Viktualienmarkt, and curated samplings of regional cheeses, sausages, and artisan specialties. A guided city center walking tour reveals Munich’s rich history and charming architecture, while an excursion to Garmisch showcases Alpine beauty and Bavarian culture beyond the city.

You’ll also enjoy an authentic brewery experience, along with additional curated surprises that highlight the best of the region’s food, traditions, and craftsmanship.

This journey includes all meals, beverages, accommodations, and transportation, ensuring a seamless, enriching, and flavorful extension to your European travels.

Join us for a vibrant blend of culture, cuisine, and celebration—an experience that captures the heart of Bavaria at the most festive time of year.

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This extension includes:

• 4 Nights hotel stay at a hotel by the Oktoberfest grounds (4 Star hotel – Munchen City Center)
• Buffet breakfast at hotel each morning
• Tent reservations at Oktoberfest
• Walking tour of Munich
• Culinary and brewery experience – Pretzel and cheese making class, Munich brewery tour
• Viktualienmarkt food tour
• One local dinner in Munich
• Day trip to Salzburg – includes roundtrip transportation, walking tour, and unique dining experience in Salzburg
• 2026 Commemorative Oktoberfest Stein
• 2026 Oktoberfest T-Shirt

Munich - Long Form

A GROW Culinary Learning Journey
Munich Extension ONLY: Munich, Germany for Oktoberfest & Exploration - Sep 30 to Oct 4, 2026

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**NOTE: You may register a maximum of two (2) rooms or four (4) attendees total.

Munich Extension:  PRICE $3,095 USD per person - based on double occupancy for the full Munich Extension - including 4 nights in hotels, meals and experiences outlined in the Program Guide (international airfare is not included in the price)

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50% due NOW to reserve your space

Balance is due by Wednesday, June 24, 2026

All cancellations must be submitted in writing.

• Cancellations received on or before Wednesday, March 25, 2026 will get a refund of 50% of the investment paid (less the $1000 per person reservation fee and credit card fees);

• Cancellations received on or before Thursday, July 23, 2026 will receive a refund of 25% of the deposits paid (less the $1000 per person reservation fee and credit card fees).

No cancellation refunds on or after Friday, July 24, 2026 unless there is a waiting list for this Journey and your place can be re-sold. Substitutions will be accepted at no additional charge.

Flights: International AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED IN FEES.  

Please arrive at Munich International Airport (MUC) on 9/30/26 BY WHAT TIME? When is first activity?   Then, fly out of Munich International Airport (MUC) on 10.4.26. 

*By attending this journey, I understand that a photographer may be on site and that my photos shared through the group WhatsApp may or may not be used for marketing purposes and posting on social media.

*At least one traveler in your room will be required to download WhatsApp (a free app that allows for free messaging anywhere in the world) to keep our CLJ travelers informed of any updates to the daily itinerary.

Itinerary is accurate at the time of this printing, but the producer reserves the right to make any changes they feel will enhance the trip or make it more enjoyable for all involved.

CLJ Code of Conduct - Behavior Guidelines and Policies

The behavior and conduct of our CLJ travelers affects the GROW/ICAEF’s overall image and success of the Culinary Learning Journeys. To ensure that all CLJ travelers have the “best experience ever” on a learning journey, please be aware and abide by the following code of conduct.

All travelers shall:

• Be mindful of local laws and respect the customs and culture of the trip location

• Be aware that illegal activities will not be tolerated. The laws abroad may be different from the laws in the US and must be followed. You will be subject to any legal consequences and immediate dismissal from the tour. No refunds will be applicable.

• Not consume excessive alcohol resulting in public intoxication or lewd behavior.

• Respect your fellow travelers by behaving responsibly. Do not exhibit disruptive or offensive behaviors including: abusive or degrading language, physically threatening actions, hurtful criticism, inappropriate touching or using sexually explicit language.

• X marks the spot. Be where you need to be when you need to be there. Scheduled activities are not mandatory but if you deviate from the planned program, you are responsible for any additional costs. No refunds from any scheduled programing will be given.

Be mindful of your safety and belongings at all times, so that you can avoid any mishaps while traveling.

Foreign Travel and Local Laws

Participants agree to abide by all local laws while on tour and abroad, including those concerning drugs, alcohol and tobacco. If participants abuse or disobey local law they may be sent home at their own expense and waive the right to a refund for any of their tour fee. Participants should also be advised that if local authorities become involved, they would be subject to the laws and consequences of the country in which they are traveling.

In addition to the points above, you will find your trip more enjoyable if you spend some pre-travel time to educate yourself about the culture you’re visiting. Before you jet off across the world, do a little research. How do they dress? What do they eat? How do they say “hello” and “please & thank you”? This will help you adjust to the new environment and keep you from looking like a tourist.

Additional Info:

The producer has the right to limit additional services or requests by the attendee of the CLJ guide that may interfere with the group's overall experience. Any additional needs will incur extra charges and must be pre-approved by the producer. Attendees are responsible for their personal well-being and should not expect undue attention or resources to be used to accommodate these needs.  This includes but is not limited to medical needs, night outings, outside scheduled experiences, and sights, returns to the hotel at unscheduled times, unapproved shopping, specialty beverage procurement, luggage handling and services, souvenir procurement, etc.

Billing may take place at the time of approval as well as post-journey upon returning home.

I agree to the above stated Rules and CLJ Code of Conduct:

RELEASE OF LIABILITY
- READ CAREFULLY –
THIS AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS

In exchange for participation in the activities of a CULINARY LEARNING JOURNEY (CLJ) organized by the INTERNATIONAL CATERERS ASSOCIATION EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION (ICAEF) / GROW Catering Educational Foundation and use of the property, facilities and services of the ICAEF/ GROW Catering Educational Foundation, I

agree for myself and (if applicable) for members of my family and/or traveling party, to the following:

  1. AGREEMENT TO FOLLOW DIRECTION. I agree to observe and obey all posted rules and warnings, and further agree to follow any oral instructions or directions given by the ICAEF/ GROW Catering Educational Foundation, or the employees, representatives, or agents of the ICAEF/ GROW Catering Educational Foundation.
  2. ASSUMPTION OF THE RISKS AND RELEASE. I recognize that there are certain risks associated with travel and I assume the full responsibility for personal injury to myself and (if applicable) to my family members and further release and discharge the ICAEF/ GROW Catering Educational Foundation for injury, loss or damage arising out of my or my family’s use of or presence upon the facilities, owned, leased or rented, of the ICAEF/ GROW Catering Educational Foundation, whether caused by the fault of myself, my family, the ICAEF or other third parties.    The ICAEF/GROW Catering Educational Foundation strongly recommends that each individual traveling purchase their own travel insurance policy.
  3. I agree to indemnify and defend the ICAEF/ GROW Catering Educational Foundation against all claims, causes of action, damages, judgement, costs or expenses, including attorney fees and other litigations costs, which may in any way arise from my or my family’s use of or presence upon the facilities or agent facilities of the ICAEF.
  4. APPLICABLE LAW. Any legal or equitable claim that may arise from participation in a CLJ shall be resolved under Colorado law.
  5. NO DURESS. I agree and acknowledge that I am under no pressure or duress to sign this agreement and that I have been given a reasonable opportunity to review it before signing.  I further agree and acknowledge that I am free to have my own legal counsel review this Agreement if I so desire.  I further agree and acknowledge that the ICAEF/ GROW Catering Educational Foundation has offered to refund any fees I have paid, if I choose to not sign this Agreement.
  6. ARM’S LENGTH AGREEMENT. This Agreement and each of its terms are the product of an arm’s length negotiation between the Parties.  In the event any ambiguity is found to exist in the interpretation of this Agreement or an of its provisions, the Parties and each of them, explicitly reject the application of any legal or equitable rule of interpretation which would lead to a construction either “for” or “against” a particular party based upon their status as the drafter of a specific term, language or provision giving rise to such ambiguity.
  7. The invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of this Agreement, whether standing alone or as applied to a particular occurrence or circumstance, shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision of this Agreement or of any other application of such provision, as the case may be, and such invalid or unenforceable provisions shall be deemed not to be a part of this Agreement.
I HAVE READ THIS DOCUMENT AND UNDERSTAND IT.  I FURTHER UNDERTAND THAT BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE, I VOLUNTARILY SURRENDER CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS.

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