Private Tour
On tour with a friend and his luxury van
Overview
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a friend in heidelberg is the name of my service. Many guests of mine told me that this describes extremely well what I have to offer.
The stops mentioned under "Itinerary" are possible destinations of our tour. I am more than happy to compose an individual tour, which is based entirely on your preferences and wishes.
I was not only born in the famous historical city of Heidelberg and know the area extremely well, but also lived and worked in the US and hence speak fluent English. If you wish, I can help you with the organization of your trip ahead of time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Heidelberg is only one of many possible destinations, but in case of a tour with "a friend in Heidelberg" almost a must. Heidelberg is my hometown and I not only know the city like the back of my hand but also its vicinity. The Heidelberg Castle and the world-famous historic old town are a must see. However, off the beaten track there is much more to discover.
Dilsberg Castle Fortress
The castle fortress of Dilsberg, one of many possible destinations on our journey, rises proudly above Neckargemünd on the mountain of the same name. The castle once belonged to the Counts Palatine of the Rhine and fulfilled a military function. Today, the stair tower in the ruins offers a fantastic view over the Neckar Valley and Odenwald.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Travel exceeding the mileage allotment of 25 kilometers per hour will be charged with 1.00 € per kilometer.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Six-hour tour
First-class
Duration: 6 hours: The price includes 150 free kilometers. The surcharge for each additional hour including 25 free kilometers is 100.00 Euro.
My customer determines the route: I would be delighted to create a highly individual tour, which is based entirely on your preferences and wishes.
Luxury Van: Volkswagen Multivan aka the VW Bus
Accommodation, meals etc.: If you wish, I can take care of (almost) everything concerning your journey in my role as "concierge on wheels".
Pickup included
Three-hour tour
First-class
Duration: 3 hours: The price includes 75 free kilometers. The surcharge for each additional hour including 25 free kilometers is 100.00 Euro.
My customer determines the route: I would be delighted to create a highly individual tour, which is based entirely on your preferences and wishes.
Luxury Van: Volkswagen Multivan aka the VW Bus
Accommodation, meals etc.: If you wish, I can take care of (almost) everything concerning your journey in my role as "concierge on wheels".
Pickup included
Reviews
333 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
5 stars would come again!!!🥄😊
A5056JXbillyc,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience tour was lovely and everyone very friendly heidelberg was lovely, we had a great time and very kind host. tried to get in out family photos 12 times and followed me into the bathroom when we got pizza, not sure why he was eating our food but we had a great time.
Best tour of Heidelberg
834janeh,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manfred was an absolute delight! He picked us up in his gorgeous van ( 3 sisters and 1 brother-in- law) from Viking Christmas Market cruise on the Rhine River. I had always heard that Heidelberg was a beautiful city and we all decided on a private tour as opposed to a bus tour. From the moment we got into his van, the day was great. Since he is a native of Heidelberg, the tour was personal and we saw areas off the tour track adding refreshments at a local bakery and seeing another Christmas market in a delightful town leaving Heidelberg. We were so lucky to have Manfred as our guide- highly recommended! Janie
Manfred was an amazing...
Shana W,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Manfred was an amazing guide! He contacted me almost immediately after booking and asked what our interests are and if we needed any accommodations. The day prior to our tour I asked if we could get coffee and a pastry while we discussed what we wanted to see. Manfred was very knowledgeable about the area. While walking through the Christmas market he stopped and bought us one of his favorite treats. We asked for a recommendation for a restaurant and he actually reached out and was able to get us a reservation at a very popular restaurant. We had a great day, and truly felt like we were with a friend.
Book with Manfred!
Kerry S,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Manfred’s communication and responsiveness before, during, and after our trip were exceptional. His warm personality and service-focused approach made our time in Röthenberg ob der Tauber truly memorable. He was engaging, accommodating, and genuinely lived out his mission of becoming “your friend” in everything he did. What began with a simple greeting and handshake quickly turned into a meaningful connection, ending with a heartfelt hug goodbye. We highly recommend Manfred to anyone looking for an authentic, personal, and unforgettable experience.
Manfred is an exceptional...
Stephen P,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Manfred is an exceptional driver and tour guide in all respects. He was able to accommodate my wife's "must-sees" within the 3-hour window we booked and we would highly recommend using his services. You will not be disappointed..
Manfred is the man! And definitely your friend in Heidelberg!
Veron7lim,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chanced upon Manfred’s private tour during my research for the trip and I have to say that it is definitely the right decision I made to book with Manfred! Not only was there no dull moment… Manfred makes everything so easy and fun! Kids had fun interacting with Manfred and we loved listening to Manfred’s sharing about the places we went to and the interesting stories about Heidelberg Castle. He knows Heidelberg so well and is definitely the man to show you around in his very comfortable “bus”! We already loved Heidelberg and he has made us love Heidelberg even more now! Will definitely recommend Manfred to anyone looking for personalised and interesting tour around Heidelberg!
First Class Tour Guide
kwalling7,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00While traveling on a Viking Christmas Markets Rhine River cruise, my daughters and I enjoyed an outstanding day with our new friend in Heidelberg, Manfred Pitz. From the moment I started corresponding online with Manfred, he was attentive, personable, and very interested in providing the kind of tour we desired. His tour included picking us up in the lobby of our ship, driving us to Heidelberg, giving us a tour in his car of the city, touring the Heidelberg castle and guiding us around the Christmas markets. It was everything we hoped for! He picked us up at 10:00 am in the morning and drove us to the destination of our Viking cruise ship in Speyer, Germany at 4:00 pm. He speaks excellent English as he has worked in the United States and also has extensive knowledge of Heidelberg. What impressed me the most was his enthusiasm. I’m sure he gives daily tours, but he made us feel like we were the most important people he had ever worked with and was so enthusiastic. We truly had a wonderful day and are grateful for our new friend in Heidelberg, Manfred Pitz!
Heidelberg tour
Kareena D,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Manfred was so personable! He made sure our experience was exactly what we wanted. He took the time to get to know us. Super friendly, knowledgeable, and went an above and beyond! Thank you!
Excellent personable guide
345karryd,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manfred is truly a “friend” in Heidelberg! As soon as the tour was booked, he reached out to me with an introduction and questions as to what we wanted to experience. His tour was solely based on what we wanted to do. He is super friendly, knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond!
Our New Heidelberg Friend
Voyage594355,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our new friend in Heidelberg was a phenomenal guide from start to finish. My sister, my friend and I were cruising the Rhine River. We hoped for an individualized visit to Heidelberg and surrounding area so we chose Manfred Pitz, a resident of Heidelberg, to show us the home town he obviously loves. He picked us up where our river ship was docked and immediately took the time to listen to what we hoped to see and do. Thanks to him, we discovered the charming German village of Ladenburg, explored the breathtaking Heidelberg Castle, and enjoyed a delicious lunch together. He even told us about the dueling fraternities of Heidelberg! His warmth, knowledge, and genuine interest in making our day special made all the difference—by the end of the tour, he truly felt like our friend in Heidelberg. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a personalized unique non-touristy way to experience beautiful Germany.
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