THE ALPS AND OBERAMMERGAU (WJ2010)

A 5-Day Avalon Waterways tour starting from $1,834

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Tour Length: 5 Days
Countries Visited: Austria, Germany
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Tour Type: Other Avalon Tours
Tour Category: Other Avalon Tours
Tour Operator: Avalon Waterways
Tour Code: WJ-2010
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Vacation Overview
Your adventure begins with two overnights in vibrant Innsbruck as well as guided sightseeing that includes St. James Cathedral and the Hofkirche. Head north and cross the border into Germany, where you’ll visit one of King Ludwig’s breathtaking fairytale castles. Next up: charming Oberammergau for a performance of the world-renowned Passion Play. Return to Innsbruck, then travel through the majestic Alps to fascinating Bolzano and the mountain resort town of Merano. Your getaway ends in Munich, one of Bavaria’s liveliest cities.

 

Hotels


Innsbruck:
The Hilton Innsbruck

Meals
4 buffet breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 dinner (D)
 
Day 1:
Arrival in Innsbruck, Austria. (Wed.) Transfers from the Nuremberg port or Munich airport are available. At 6 pm, meet your Avalon Host for a welcome briefing at your hotel.

Day 2:
Innsbruck. (Thu.) This morning, a guided sightseeing tour of Innsbruck will include a visit to ST. JAMES CATHEDRAL and the HOFKIRCHE. The rest of the day is free for you to explore on your own, or you may choose to join the optional excursion to the Swarovski Crystal World in Wattens. (B)

Day 3:
Innsbruck–Excursion to Oberammergau, Germany. (Fri.) This morning while en route to Oberammergau, visit one of King Ludwig II’s castles. After an early lunch, the highlight of the vacation: the original PASSION PLAY. Dinner will be served during intermission. A late-evening transfer will take you back to Innsbruck. (B,L,D)

Day 4:
Innsbruck–Excursion to Bolzano & Merano, Italy. (Sat.) This morning, a comfortable motorcoach ride will take you across the famous Brenner Pass to Bolzano. After free time for lunch, a short guided walking tour will give you the opportunity to learn about the mixture of Tyrolean and Italian culture in this bilingual region. In the afternoon, visit the mountain resort town of Merano before returning to Innsbruck. (B)

Day 5:
Innsbruck–Munich, Germany. (Sun.) This morning, transfer by scenic Railjet Train to Zürich, or depart for Germany’s lively city—Munich. Transfer to Munich Airport is available. If you are continuing on one of Avalon’s cruises starting in Nuremberg, an afternoon transfer will take you to your ship for embarkation. (B)

 

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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.


City Highlights
What’s Included:Welcome BriefingServices of a professional Avalon HostInnsbruck: Guided sightseeing walk. Inside visit of St. James Cathedral and the HofkirchePassion Play ticketsBolzano: Orientation walkMerano: Orientation visit
 


Price Details US
Single Room Supplement:$1009No Triple Room Reduction

Save up to $2,000 on select 2010 Europe River Cruises

Save up to $2,000 per couple on these select 2010 Avalon Waterways River Cruises.*

$2,000 off per couple

Paris to Normandy’s Landing Beaches

8 days from Paris to Paris or 9 days incl. travel

Aug 30, 2010

Burgundy & Provence

11 days from Côte d’Azur to Paris or 12 days incl. travel

Aug 30, 2010

Central European Experience

12 days from Prague to Paris or 11 days incl. travel

Aug 19, 2010

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The Blue Danube Discovery

13 days from Budapest to Prague or 14 days incl. travel

Oct 21, 2010

Oct 24, 2010

European Splendor

13 days from Vienna to Amsterdam or 14 days incl. travel

Oct 18, 2010

Windmills, Vineyards & Paris

13 days from Paris to Amsterdam or 14 days incl. travel

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Blue Danube to the Black Sea

13 days Vienna to Bucharest or 12 days incl. travel

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14 days from Amsterdam to Basel or 15 days incl. travel

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15 days from Amsterdam to Budapest 16 days incl. travel

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Oct 9, 2010

Oct 16, 2010

Magnificent Europe

15 days from Budapest to Amsterdam 16 days incl. travel

August 28, 2010

September 4, 2010

September 25, 2010

October 2, 2010

The Upper Rhine to the City of Music

13 days from Zürich to Vienna or 14 days incl. travel

Oct 29, 2010

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*Book a Europe Avalon River cruise vacation to receive the match offer.  Must provide the name and departure date of the competitor cruise in order to qualify.  Must be made, under deposit, and discount applied prior to March 2, 2010 for travel through December 31st, 2010. Offer good in conjunction with other qualifying offers including Journeys Club.  Offer is subject to change and could be withdrawn at any time.  Applies to new 2010 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings.  Offer reliant on space availability.  Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

 

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