11 Day Oberammergau with Crown of Central Europe
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Featured Hotels
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| Grand Majestic Hotel Prague | Prague | |
| Westin Grand Munich | Munich | |
| Holiday Inn Munich-Leuchtenbergring | Munich | |
| Oberammergau Area Hotel | Oberammergau Area | |
| Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna MGallery by Sofitel | Vienna | |
| Radisson Blu Beke | Budapest | |
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Not Included:
Optional tours and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Jun 19 & Jun 26 departures will receive tickets in the Category 2 seating area for the Passion Play. All other departures will receive tickets in the Category 1 seating area.
Accommodation Details:
Final hotel information for Oberammergau will be available in 2022. Bedding configuration (twin or double) cannot be guaranteed, triples are not available and hotels of similar standard may be substituted at the sole discretion of the Passion Play organizers.
Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates. All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary. For visa information, check our Visas page.
Is This Trip Right for You?
Escorted Package Includes
- Flights New York-Prague, Budapest-New York
Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices - Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
- 9 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights Prague
- 2 nights Munich
- 1 night Oberammergau region
- 2 nights Vienna
- 2 nights Budapest
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Hotel porterage
- All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
- 13 meals: 9 breakfasts, 4 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
- Services of local guides in all major cities
- Entrance fees per itinerary
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
- Category 1 or 2 Passion Play seating
Special Features
- Walking tour of Prague to the picturesque Lesser Town and the Old Town
- Tour Bavarian Munich with its world-famous "dancing" Glockenspiel clock
- Journey to Oberammergau, experience the world famous Passion Play
- Visit magical Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and scene of the Sound of Music
- Tour the Imperial Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna
What is the Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany?
Oberammergau is a small German town tucked away in the Bavarian Alps, world-famous for its Passion Play. The play was first performed in 1634 as the result of a vow made by the townspeople that if God spared them from the Black Plague they would in exchange produce a play every ten years. The play is a dramatic recreation of Jesus' passion, covering the final days of his life from his visit to Jerusalem to his crucifixion and resurrection. The Passion Play is now performed from May through October, in an open-air stage and involves over 2,000 people including actors, singers, musicians and technical support, all required to be residents of Oberammagau.
The Passion Play Theater seats around 4,700 people with a wide stage at one end which is open to the outside with a view of the mountains behind it. The theater auditorium and seats are covered and seats rise on a gentle incline to ensure a good view. Gate 1's tickets are all in Category 1 or 2. The play is performed in German, however, an English translation is available at the time of the performance. Language is typically not an issue due to the stirring musical score performed by a large orchestra and choir. Acoustics in the theater are very good. The performance is in 2 parts. Part 1 from 2.30pm to 5pm, followed by a 3 hour intermission for dinner, then Part 2 is from 8pm to 10.30pm. Start times are 1 hour earlier from Aug 15-Oct 2.
†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
Is This Trip Right for You?
This moderately active trip covers a fair amount of ground each day. Expect from three to four hours walking every touring day. The pace is moderate, however you will encounter some uneven surfaces, stairs, steps and significant slopes. Some hotels in the Oberammergau region are built in the traditional local style and have no air-conditioning. During heat waves, these hotels can become uncomfortable. This is a Classic program. For more information, click here.
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Gate 1 Travel itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute a recommendation nor an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently.
This first class hotel is near the city center, a short walk to shopping, historic sights and theaters.
Hotel Details- Tours purchased while travelling may cost an extra 10% or more
- Tours often sell out. Avoid disappointment
- Save your cash. Credit card processing may not be possible locally
- Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to departure
- Book Online or call to book these tours up to 1 week before your departure
- The day the optionals operate varies by the day of the week
Leaving the bustle of the new town, drive up the hill to the historical area surrounding the Prague castle, and enter the fairytale complex of cobbled courtyards, churches and administrative buildings, once the court of the Bohemian Kings. Still the political center of the Czech Republic, this is where the Presidential Palace is located, complete with ceremonial guards. Visit the medieval Old Palace and the Cathedral of St. Vitus, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, as well as the St. George Basilica and the Famous “Golden Lane”.
Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours.
| Day #3 | 01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | $72.00 |
Dachau Concentration Camp was the first of the internment camps opened after Hitler’s rise to power in 1933. The camp became a symbol and model of the horrors of the Nazi period, until its liberation by American soldiers in 1945. It serves now as a memorial to the victims of this tragic period in history. The tour will give you the opportunity to reflect on the events that happened here and the more than 40,000 victims who lost their lives under the tyrannical Nazi regime.
Approximate tour duration is 4 hours.
| Day #5 | 01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | $37.00 |
Experience a delightful evening of Viennese culture in the "City of Music." Attend a concert featuring the classical masterpieces of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Strauss, two of Vienna's most famous citizens. The musicians will bring to life the passionate strains of Mozart, a child prodigy who blossomed into one of history's greatest composers and Strauss, the Waltz King, who composed the Blue Danube, the world's most famous waltz.
Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours.
| Day #7 | 01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | $75.00 |
Enjoy a guided tour of the grand interior of the Vienna State Opera House including a crystal chandelier weighing over 3 tons. Then the local expert takes you into the unique Imperial Crypt where love, shame and scandal of the Hapsburg dynasty come alive.
Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours.
| Day #8 | 01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | $58.00 |
On the way to one of Austria's most famous restaurants, pass Vienna's Giant Ferris Wheel and cross the mighty Danube. Upon arrival, marvel at the restaurant interior with historic memorabilia covering the walls and ceilings. You will feel transported to times past. Former patrons include Napoleon, Emperor Francis Joseph, Liz Taylor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and many others shown on hundreds of autographed photos. Choose from traditional Austrian dishes and enjoy unlimited drinks while being serenaded by musicians. It's an experience not to be forgotten!
| Day #8 | 01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2023 | $76.00 |
Enjoy a relaxing cruise down the Danube on a private boat, accompanied by the commentary of your local expert. The views from the river are magnificent as you admire the skyline from a different perspective of the city after sunset. The buffet dinner features Hungarian specialties and wine. Transportation is included.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours.
| Day #9 | 01 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | $90.00 |
This comprehensive tour includes three splendid interiors and at the same time provides an insight on local politics, religion and products. The cost of building the Hungarian House of Parliament would have paid for the construction of an entire town for 40,000 people. A stunning interior and the Hungarian Crown Jewels await you there. Only a limited number of visitors are allowed to visit each day. Next tour St. Stephen's Basilica, the largest and most impressive church of Budapest where a relic, the mummified hand of St. Stephen, can be seen. Finally your guide takes you to the historic Great Market Hall where, like a hundred years ago, the locals still do their everyday shopping. At your leisure, absorb the unique atmosphere with over 100 market stalls and an endless choice of regional products.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours.
| Day #10 | 24 May 2022 - 05 Jun 2022 | $66.00 |
| 07 Jun 2022 - 19 Aug 2022 | $66.00 | |
| 21 Aug 2022 - 22 Oct 2022 | $66.00 |
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