There's this thing that happens in traveling: how to balance seeing the cool stuff and not feeling like you're on a forced march.
I think we're doing a pretty good job of enjoying really fascinating history, buildings, talks, tours, etc. with time for people to explore, shop or rest on their own. Today there wasn't as much shopping or exploring time as other days. However, we had a very good tour of Erfurt, along with visits by bus to the Wartburg Castle and the Bachhaus in Eisenach. There we heard an outstanding little concert of instruments from Bach's time.
So it's a puzzle. Tomorrow is another mix of guided tour, free time, bus travel, checking into a new hotel, and exploring Weimar and Dresden. It should be very cool... but it will take a little effort!
I think we're doing a pretty good job of enjoying really fascinating history, buildings, talks, tours, etc. with time for people to explore, shop or rest on their own. Today there wasn't as much shopping or exploring time as other days. However, we had a very good tour of Erfurt, along with visits by bus to the Wartburg Castle and the Bachhaus in Eisenach. There we heard an outstanding little concert of instruments from Bach's time.
So it's a puzzle. Tomorrow is another mix of guided tour, free time, bus travel, checking into a new hotel, and exploring Weimar and Dresden. It should be very cool... but it will take a little effort!