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Catholic Central Europe with Oberammergau - Faith-Based Travel
Vacation Overview
On this faith-based tour through Central Europe, visit some of Central Europe 's most important cathedrals and pilgrimage sites, and witness some of its most striking scenery. Plus, enjoy first-class seats for Oberammergau 's Passion Play, performed every 10 years by Oberammergau residents as a thank you to God for saving the town from the Black Plague. With beautiful alpine scenery as the backdrop, this experience is nothing short of spectacular! Highlights of this tour include visits to some of the region 's most significant churches and cathedrals. Visit the pilgrimage church in Wies, a Rococo masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to the 1740s set in a gorgeous alpine setting. In Trier, another UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest cities north of the Alps, visit the High Cathedral of St. Peter. This UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to the 4th century is Germany 's oldest bishop 's church. In Aachen, visit Northern Europe 's oldest cathedral, dating to 803 AD. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and burial place of Charlemagne, the church was used for the coronation of German kings and queens and is still a pilgrimage site. Visit the Benedictine Abbey of Einsiedeln, one of Switzerland 's most important pilgrimage sites and renowned for its black Madonna carved in the 15th century. You 'll also witness stunning scenery on this Central Europe tour. Marvel at Rhine Falls, Europe 's biggest falls, and enjoy a cruise along the most scenic part of the Rhine River. Stop in the Black Forest with beautiful forests of thick pine trees. This is just a sampling of the many highlights of this Catholic Central Europe with Oberammergau tour. It 's a dream vacation! Your vacation, which includes the Oberammergau Passion Play, requires a per-person, non-refundable deposit of $600 to secure your reservation and tickets for the play.
City Highlights
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 lunch in Oberammergau; 7 three-course dinners with wine, including a welcome dinner in Munich and a farewell dinner in Frankfurt
Hotels:
Holiday Inn Munchen Leuchtenbergring
Muenchen, Germany
This contemporary hotel offers a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, with its open fireplace the Jazz bar forms the centerpiece of the hotel where guests can relax with a glass of wine or a cocktail. Traditional Bavarian specialties and international cuisine can be enjoyed at the cheery Sunlight restaurant. Get the extra boost of energy in the fitness center or relax at the peaceful greened courtyard. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel.
Rating: First-Class
Romantik Hotel Boeld
Oberammergau, Germany
Overlooking the Kofel mountain, this charming three story chalet-style hotel has the Ammer river nearby. In the elegant restaurant and bar with terrace you can taste delicious regional specialties. The modern spa includes a hammam, a sauna and a whirlpool tub. Free WiFi internet access is available throughout the hotel.
Rating: First-Class
Grand Hotel Europe
Lucerne, Switzerland
A classical 19th century 169 room property. This hotel offers a wonderful contrast of old charm with modern interior design and has a beautiful garden to enhance your stay. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel with a fee (payable locally). The main dining room is opulently decorated serving traditional Swiss dishes and there is also a lounge and terrace area with a bar service.
Rating: First-Class
NH Mannheim
Mannheim, Germany
Opening in early 2019, this modern stylish hotel will offer 225 air-conditioned rooms spread across six floors with free Wi-Fi access throughout. The property is situated in Mannheim's business district, a good starting point from which to visit the "City of Squares," with its baroque palace, planetarium, and landmark 19th-century water tower.
Rating: First-Class
Hotel NH Köln Mediapark
Cologne, Germany
The NH Collection Köln Mediapark, sits in the middle of Cologne¿s peaceful green belt, a stone¿s throw from the commercial media hub known as the Mediapark. The modern, glass-fronted building looks out across an ornamental lake and is within walking distance from Cologne town centre with its Gothic cathedral. All 217 rooms have a warm, welcoming feel, with contemporary décor and come with air-conditioning, coffee and tea making facilities, flat screen TV, minibar, in-room safe and free Wi-Fi internet access. Al fresco dining is provided in the on-site restaurant with a lake-view terrace. A gym, complete with steam bath and sauna, is also at disposal.
Rating: First-Class
NH Frankfurt Niederrad
Frankfurt, Germany
A 165-room modern hotel located in the Niederrad business district of Frankfurt with Free Wifi internet access throughout the property.
There is a contemporary bistro style restaurant and a modern bar serving International wines and cocktails as well as apple cider, a speciality of the Hesse region.
Rating: First-Class
Transportation
Motorcoach, boat cruise. Free wi-fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies.
Note: Rows highlighted in green below are guaranteed departures
Start Date | End Date | Brochure Price | Actions |
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Fri Jun 24, 2022 | Sat Jul 2, 2022 | $3819.00 | Reserve My Spot |
Fri Jul 8, 2022 | Sat Jul 16, 2022 | $3799.00 | Reserve My Spot |
Fri Jul 22, 2022 | Sat Jul 30, 2022 | $3799.00 | Reserve My Spot |
Fri Aug 5, 2022 | Sat Aug 13, 2022 | $3799.00 | Reserve My Spot |
Fri Aug 19, 2022 | Sat Aug 27, 2022 | $3819.00 | Reserve My Spot |