Hightlights of Germany with Oberammergau

After surviving the 30 Year War and the Black Plague the people of Oberammergau swore to perform the "Play of the Suffering, Death and Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ" every ten years. The first performance was held in 1634. 2010 marks the next performance and should not be missed. While enjoying this tour you will not only stay right in the village of Oberammergau and experience the full drama of the Passion Play, but will also visit many highlights in Germany.

Tour Highlights:
King Ludwigs Castle
The Schwarzwald Frelicht Museum
Cruise on the Rhine River

Prices & Dates : Below
Based on per person traveling in twin room, Prices are subject to change

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Escorted sightseeing by luxury motorcoach
  • Professional Tour Director throughout
  • Accommodation for seven nights at tourist class hotels
  • Meals as outlines in itinerary
  • Area 1 seating at the Passion Pla y
  • Welcome reception hosted by your Tour Director
  • All entrance fees to:
    • King Ludwigs Castle
    • The Schwarzwald Frelicht Museum
    • Cruise on the Rhine River
  • Tips for baggage handling, taxes and hotel gratuities except gratuity to your Tour Guide and driver

Pricing excludes

  • Airfare, Airport taxes and security charges
  • Transfers from airport/ hotel/ airport
  • Meals not speciically identified
  • Other personal expenses

 

DAILY ITINERARY

Day 1: Depart USA Your trip begins with an overnight transatlantic flight to Munich.

Day 2: Arrive in Munich Upon arrival in Munich, you will be transferred to your hotel in the Bavarian area of Germany. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy this delightful region. This evening join your tour director and fellow passengers for a welcome dinner. Accommodation: Munich Region. (D)

Day 3: Munich to Oberammergau TThis morning we will enjoy a panoramic tour of Munich before heading out to Oberammergau. We’ll see sites such as the royal Square, Ludwigstreet, and of course the famous Glockenspiel at Marienplatz. We arrive in Oberammergau mid-afternoon, and our hotel is centrally located in this picture postcard Bavarian town. Accommodation: Oberammergau. (B, D)

Day 4: The Passion Play The morning is yours to explore the village. This afternoon the pageantry of the Passion Play will unfold as it has since 1634. Every ten years the townspeople come together to share this spectacular event with visitors from all over the world as their thanks for being spared during The Black Plague. Accommodation: Oberammergau. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Oberammergau to Black Forest After our included breakfast, we will head west. We’ll make a stop at Neuchwanstein to visit King Ludwig's Castle, one of the most famous and recognizable castles in the world. Then we enter the area known as the Black Forest. The Schwarzwald is a small mountain range that follows Germany's border with Switzerland. Because of the dense pine forestation, little light reaches the earth, and this darkness gives the area its name. Accommodation: Black Forest region. (B)

Day 6: Black Forest Today you will tour this delightful corner of Germany area extensively, with a stop to see the giant clock at the Eble Clock Factory. You will also have a visit to the Schwarzwald Frelicht Museum. This open air museum is designed as a traditional farm village with a collection of authentic buildings brought here from all over Germany. You'll also have some free time to relax, and shop - perhaps for a cuckoo clock. Accommodation: Black Forest region. (B)

Day 7: Black Forest to Rhine River Today we will travel north past the spa town of Baden-Baden. We will make a stop in Heidelberg, dominated by its skyline castle and famous for its university. You’ll have free time to enjoy the town center, Altstadt. Then we will continue on to the Rudesheim area of the Rhine River for our overnight stay. Accommodation: Rhine River region. (B)

Day 8: Frankfurt and River Cruise This morning we will visit Frankfurt, the 5th largest city of Germany. We will see such sights as St. Batholomeus Cathedral, the City Hall, and the Opera House. After our panoramic tour, we will have some free time to enjoy the Romerburg - the old town center. We then depart Frankfurt and return to the Rhine River for an afternoon cruise on one of the most scenic sections of the river. Be sure to have your camera ready for photos of the Lorelei. We then enjoy our farewell dinner. Accommodation: Rhine River region. (B, D)

Day 9: Return to the US Leave your hotel and transfer to Frankfurt for your return flight to the United Sates. (B)

 

Rates & Departures (2010)
 
       Departs 
         
      Returns
         
  LAND ONLY
       Twin
 
   Guaranteed
    Departures
Aug 02
Aug 11
$2,839
Sep 06
Sep 15
$2,839
Sep 27
Oct 10
$2,939
 
Prices are per person in a twin room.
Single Supplement $340
Land tours commence in Ireland one day later than departure date shown.
Airfare available from most cities.

 

Notes
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, not excluding passports and visas. A valid passport is normally the only requirement for U.S. citizens. Visa requirements do change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country as to visa requirements.
In order to allow for a comfortable and timely transfer to the airport on your last day, please schedule your return flight after 10 am.
 
  • Non Refundable Deposit of $500 per person
    is due at time of booking to hold your Passion Play tickets.
  • We reserve the right to change hotels
    and cities on the itineraries if necessary due to participant numbers.
  • Additional $500 per person payment
    will be charged 365 days prior to departure. Final payment will be charged 210 days prior to departure.
 
 
Restrictions
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 70-day advance purchase. Purchases within 70 days will incur additional shipping and handling fees. Travel is valid for these dates only. This is a nonrefundable, non-changeable purchase. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received.
Airport/Hotel Transfers: Unless specified above in the inclusions, transportation between the airport and hotels are not included. Travellers must make their own way to/from hotels via taxi or public transportation.
 

 

Disclaimer:
Demfer Travels will accept Credit Card payment for the Land or Cruise only portion of travel. Payment for the Air portion of travel is by check made out to Demfer Travels USA LLC.