Norther Italy, Switzerland and 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 also will travel from the Italian Lakes through the Alps to Zurich, and then into 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 eight 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:
    • Cruise in Zurich
    • Schwarzwald Frelicht Museum
    • King Ludwig's Castle
    • Residenz Palace in Wurzburg
  • 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 Milan.

Day 2: Arrive in Milan Upon arrival in Milan, you will be transferred to your hotel on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Italy’s second largest lake, Maggiore stretches all the way to the Swiss border and is set against a majestic Alpine backdrop. This evening meet your fellow passengers at a welcome dinner on the lake. Accommodation: Lake Maggiore. (D)

Day 3: Lake Maggiore Today is yours to rest and relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery of this magical place. Accommodation: Lake Maggiore. (B)

Day 4: Italy to Switzerland After breakfast, we will enjoy a breathtaking ride along the lakeshore and over the Alps. We'll make a stop in Lugano, a resort town in the Ticino district, sometimes called the Monte Carlo of Switzerland. We then continue on to Zurich. Accommodation: Zurich. (B)

Day 5: Switzerland to Black Forest This morning we will enjoy a panoramic tour of the city of Zurich. Then it's all aboard our lake vessel for a view of the city and the mountains from the waterways. Relax on board as you admire the picturesque villages and stately villas that dot the shore. In the afternoon we cross the border into Germany, arriving in the Black Forest for our overnight stay. Accommodation: Black Forest region. (B)

Day 6: Black Forest to Oberammergau We visit one of the largest clocks in the world in Gutach, and then continue on 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. Our drive then takes us through the Black Forest to the Bavarian town of Oberammergau, our home for the next two nights. Accommodation: Oberammergau. (B, D)

Day 7: Oberammergau 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 8: Oberammergau to Wurzburg Today we leave Oberammergau. We will stop at Neuchwanstein to visit King Ludwig's Castle, one of the most famous and recognizable castles in the world. We will also enjoy a photostop at Wieskirche, the Church in the Meadow, in Ettal. Then it's north on the Romantic Road through the heart of Bavaria, with a stop in Rothenburg to enjoy this centuries old town. We continue on to our two night stay in Wurzburg. Accommodation: Wurburg. (B)

Day 9: Wurzburg You will enjoy a tour of Wurzburg this morning. We will see the Alte Mainbrucke, the oldest bride spanning the River Main. We will visit the Residenz Palace, dating from the 18th century, and will admire the largest frescoed ceiling in the world. After some free time for lunch and explorations on your own, we will reconvene this evening for our farewell dinner cruise on the Rhine. Accommodation: Wurburg. (B, D)

Day 10: 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
Jun 09
Jun 18
$3,129
Jul 07
Jul 16
$3,129
Sep 08
Sep 17
$3,129
 
Prices are per person in a twin room.
Single Supplement, please call
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.