7 Day Passion Play 2010, Switzerland and Austria

2 nights Radisson SAS Hotel Lakefront Center, Lucerne

2 nights Grauer Bar Hotel, Innsbruck

1 night Garmischer Hof Hotel, Garmisch (Oberammergau area)

All transfers

8 meals: 5 buffet breakfasts, 2 dinners, 1 lunch

Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach

Services of an English-speaking tour manager throughout

Services of local guides in all major cities

Entrance fees per itinerary

DAY 1, Sunday - Depart USA
Depart the USA for Switzerland. Your flight includes meals, drinks and in-flight entertainment

DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Zurich, Transfer to Lucerne
Arrive in Zurich and transfer to your hotel in Lucerne. Balance of the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy an orientation meeting with your tour escort, followed by a welcome dinner Overnight: Lucerne Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Tuesday - Lucerne City Tour
This morning enjoy a walking tour of the old town of Lucerne, said to be one of Switzerland's most charming medieval cities. Learn interesting facts about Lucerne's history and see all that Lucerne is renowned for: the baroque churches, the covered bridges and turret towers, the narrow cobblestone streets & squares and, of course, Lucerne's trademark - the Chapel Bridge with the Water Tower. Enjoy the afternoon and evening at leisure Optional: Half Day Pilatus Tour (PM) Overnight: Lucerne Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Wednesday - Travel to Innsbruck, Innsbruck City Tour
Today, the first stop will be in the Principality of Liechtenstein, where you can see the Crown Princes’ Palace perched above the capital town, Vaduz. Next continue to Austria, and through the 13 km Arlberg Tunnel to follow the rushing river Inn to the capital of Tyrol, Innsbruck. On arrival, visit the Wilten Basilica and see the Ski Jump, before entering the pedestrian-friendly Old Town to see the Hofburg Palace, Golden Roof and arcade main square Optional: Tyrolean Folk Overnight: Innsbruck Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Thursday - Full Day in Innsbruck

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Innsbruck on your own Optional: Full Day Salzburg Tour Overnight: Innsbruck Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Friday - Visit Linderhof Castle, Passion Play Performance Oberammergau
Begin with a visit to Linderhof Castle built by “Mad” King Ludwig II and admire the ornately decorated castle with its gardens and fountains. Drive via Ettal to nearby Oberammergau and spend the rest of the day in this delightful village. Lunch will be served at a local inn. View the pretty chalets with flower balconies and painted facades as you head to the famed Passion Playhouse to take your seat for this "once-in-a-lifetime" event. The history of the Passion Play at Oberammergau goes back to 1634, when the village of Oberammergau was miraculously saved from the ravages of the Black Death. Since that date, the play has been performed every ten years on the decade. There will be ample time for hunting down a hand carved wooden figurine, a special craft from this area, or perhaps a cuckoo clock. Continue to Oberammergau area for overnight Overnight: Oberammergau Area Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7, Saturday - Depart for the USA
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Special Features

Category 1 seating arrangements for the Passion Play

Chapel Bridge & Water Tower, Lucerne

Hofburg Palace & Golden Roof, Innsbruck

Linderhof Castle

Not Included

Airport taxes & fees, optional tours, and gratuities.

Additional Information

Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.

Entry Requirements

US citizens require a passport valid for six months beyond travel dates.

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