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Travel at 60 Group Tour: Switzerland & Germany with Oberammergau Passion Play

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Duration7 nights
OperatorCollette
StyleTour
HighlightA once-in-a-decade opportunity!
Join your fellow Travel at 60 community members and be part of history in the making when you enjoy the legendary Passion Play in the Bavarian village of Oberammergau - a once-a-decade…

Experience the grand cities of Europe’s Alpine region and be part of history in the making when you enjoy a performance of the legendary Passion Play in the Bavarian village of Oberammergau. You’ll view the picturesque pinnacles and turrets of Neuschwanstein Castle, and then overnight in Bavaria’s mysterious Black Forest, where popular souvenirs include authentic cuckoo clocks and wood carvings. In Switzerland, highlights include a visit to the Chateau de Chillon on lovely Lake Geneva and a walking tour in Lucerne. A farewell dinner with your fellow travellers is the perfect end to this memorable tour.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Oberammergau, Germany - Tour Begins

    Your tour opens in the quaint village of Oberammergau, renowned for woodcarvings and the Passion Play. This evening, meet your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
  2. 2

    Oberammergau - Passion Play

    This afternoon, witness a performance of the epic Passion Play. The original performance dates back to 1634. During the Thirty Year War, Oberammergau was spared the Black Plague and for this reason, the citizens vowed that every ten years they would give a play to honour the last days of the life of Christ. The performers of this once-in-a-decade event are all native to the village. To lend authenticity to the performance, the cast starts to grow their hair and beards more than a year in advance. Also, the intricate costumes are made locally by the villagers. During a break in the performance, join your fellow travellers for dinner before returning for the remainder of your Passion Play performance.


    Day 3: Oberammergau - Black Forest
    Visit the Church of Weis and its miraculous figure of the Scourged Saviour, said to have shed tears during prayer in the 18th century. Today, fairy tales become reality at a picture stop of Bavaria’s most famous castle, King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein. Next, you are off to the heart of the stunning Black Forest, a region famous for its artisans who create authentic cuckoo clocks, Hummels and wood carvings.

  3. 4

    Black Forest - Zermatt, Switzerland

    Welcome to Switzerland! Your first stop en route to Zermatt is at one of the most photographed castles in the world, the Château de Chillon, located on serene Lake Geneva. Later, enjoy a short train ride aboard the Matterhorn Gottard Bahn from Tasch to the relaxing pedestrian village of Zermatt in the Swiss Alps. Take a stroll and breathe in the fresh Alpine air.
  4. 5

    Zermatt

    Today Zermatt is at your fingertips. It’s your choice! Explore on foot during a guided walking tour -OR- experience Zermatt independently before visiting the Matterhorn Museum to learn more about the triumph and tragedy of the first ascent of this imposing peak. The remainder of your day is at leisure.
  5. 6

    Zermatt - Grimsel Pass - Lucerne

    Views of glaciers, crystal clear rivers and snowcapped mountains will invigorate you as you travel through the spectacular scenery of the Grimsel Pass. Your destination is Lucerne, the “Swiss Paradise on the Lake.”

  6. 7

    Lucerne

    This morning, embark on a scenic walking tour of this picturesque city, including a stroll through its romantic Old Town. The remainder of the day is yours to explore independently all Lucerne has to offer. Tonight, come together with your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner featuring local specialities, and toast the end of a memorable trip.

  7. 8

    Lucerne - Tour Ends

    Your tour comes to a close in Lucerne.
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • 13 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Days 1-2: Oberammergau Regional Hotel
  • Day 3: Hofget Sternan
  • Days 4-5: Hotel Alex
  • Days 6-7: Radisson Blu Hotel Lucerne
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Travel at 60 booking conditions apply. Please enquire for more information.

This Travel at 60 group booking is for a selected number of seats. The experience will be shared with other tour participants.

A deposit of $500 per person is due upon reservation. A second deposit is required 1 year prior to departure, in the amount of $1,500 per person. Reservations are made on a first come, first served basis. 

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