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Switzerland, Austria & Bavaria - featuring the Oberammergau Passion Play

Switzerland, Austria and Bavaria

Discover spectacular Switzerland, Austria and Bavaria on a tour featuring multiple night stays in three cities. The charming Alpine village of Engelberg is your host for three nights as you enjoy the rugged landscapes and snow capped mountains of Switzerland. Experience the covered arcades, cobbled streets and decorated facades of Bern, a UNESCO World Heritage City. Travel to Lucerne, and leisurely wander the medieval old town with its picturesque squares and towers. Explore the hidden treasures of centuries old Innsbruck and Salzburg before traveling to the quaint village of Oberammergau. The highlight of your tour is the Passion Play held under the canopy of the sky with the mountains as a backdrop. Experience the amazing spectacle of pageantry and music brought to life by the citizens of Oberammergau.

 

Dates: June 15 - June 23, 2010 (9 Days)

Pricing: Call us at 1-866-286-9323 for pricing information

Cruise line: Collette Vacations

Package Inclusions

  • 3 nights in Engelberg Switzerland at the Europaischer Hof; 3 nights in Innsbruck Austria at the Hotel Innsbruck, 2 nights in Oberammergau (or Garmisch)
  • Tours as noted in itinerary
  • 8 Buffet Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 6 Dinners (includes a traditional Swiss cheese fondue dinner, dinner at centuries old St. Peter's Restaurant in Salzburg, and a farewell dinner in Oberammergau)
  • Transfers as noted in itinerary

  • Engelberg - an Alpine village nestled at the foot of Mt. Titlis and your base while in Switzerland.
  • Bern - Switzerland's charming capital and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tour includes the Bundeshaus, Bear Pit, Rose Gardens and Gothic Cathedral. Experience a traditional Swiss cheese fondue dinner.
  • Lucerne - also called 'the Swiss Paradise on the Lake'. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of the historical 'Old Town' where fresco-adorned buildings line picturesque squares.
  • Innsbruck - the 'Capital of Tyrol' and your home while in Austria. Explore the hidden treasures on a walking tour of the Alstadt set against the backdrop of the Austrian Alps.
  • Salzburg - the picturesque 'City of Music' is nestled between two mountains. A walking tour unveils the charm and character of its gardens and architecture. The day concludes with dinner in the historic city center at the famed St. Peter's Restaurant.
  • Oberammergau - spend a morning independently exploring the picturesque Bavarian village so well known for woodcarvings and the frescoes of fairy tales, traditional Bavaria, and religious scenes found on many homes and buildings. Next experience the highlight of your tour as you witness a performance of the Passion Play. During the break in the performance join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.
Date
June 15 Your tour begins in Engelberg, nestled at the foot of Mt. Titlis. Tonight join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner. Hotel: Europaischer Hof for 3 nights
June 16 Travel to the capital of Switzerland, Bern. Experience a panoramic sightseeing tour featuring the Swiss Parliament, Bear Pit, the Rose Gardens and the gothic cathedral. Enjoy a traditional Swiss cheese fondue dinner in one of Bern's local restaurants.
June 17 After breakfast travel to Lucerne, the 'Swiss Paradise on the Lake'. Enjoy a leisurely paced walking tour of the Old Town.
June 18 Travel the picturesque highways of Switzerland to the Austrian border and the 'Capital of Tyrol', Innsbruck. A local guide leads a panoramic Innsbruck city tour. In the evening enjoy dinner featuring local specialties. Hotel: Hotel Innsbruck for 3 nights
June 19 Travel to Salzburg, known as a city of gardens and architecture. After a walking tour the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure to explore Salzburg's sights. Experience dinner in the historic centre at the centuries old St. Peter's Restaurant.
June 20 Today is at leisure to enjoy Innsbruck. Stroll the old town, shop, explore a museum or relax at one of the charming cafes.
June 21 En route to Oberammergau, stop for a photo at Bavaria's most famous castle, Neuschwnstein. Next Visit Wies Church, a World Heritage Site before proceeding to Oberammergau. Hotel: Oberammergau or Garmisch for 2 nights
June 22 Morning at leisure to independently explore the village. This afternoon witness a presentation of the Passion Play, performed completely by locals. During a break in the performance, join your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner.
June 23 After breakfast, tour ends.

 

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