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Adventure Travel invites you
to experience this legendary event
on one of the special vacations being
offered.
from
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Oberammergau
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The
quaint village of Oberammergau is world famous for
its spectacular Passion Play, performed by the locals
just once a decade.
In 1634 the Black Death decimated Europe’s population.
Oberammergau remained untouched until a homesick
villager returned one night, unknowingly bringing
with him the dreaded plague. Almost 100 villagers
died as a result.
Frightened
survivors vowed
that if God saved them from the plague, once every
10 years they would reenact the agony and crucifixion
of Christ. From then on there were no further deaths
from the plague—and the villagers have fulfilled
their pledge ever since.
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Munich
/ Prague / Budapest / Vienna
Salzburg
/ Oberammergau
Itinerary:
Day 1 Board your overnight transatlantic flight.
Day 2 Arrival in Munich, Germany. Time to rest
or to start exploring the Bavarian capital. At 6 pm, meet your
Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at
your hotel. (D)
Day 3 Munich-Prague, Czech Republic. An orientation
tour of Germany’s “secret capital” features the Olympic Stadium,
1,000-foot-high Television Tower, and MARIENPLATZ in the historic
heart of the city. Later, head for the Czech border in the Bohemian
Forest and travel to Prague, the “Golden City.” How about an optional
Czech folklore show tonight? (B,D)
Day 4 Prague. Morning sightseeing with a Local
Guide reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe’s most attractive
capitals. See 1,000-year-old HRADCANY CASTLE, ST. VITUS CATHEDRAL
(on Sundays no inside guiding permitted), the Old Town, the Jewish
ghetto, and the ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK, once the envy of all Europe.
Afternoon at leisure. You may want to mix with the locals in Wenceslaus
Square, or relax at an outdoor restaurant. This evening, why not
join an optional dinner outing? (B)
Day 5 Prague-Bratislava, Slovakia-Budapest, Hungary.
Into Moravia, where Napoleon established his headquarters during
the Battle of Austerlitz. Around lunchtime, reach Bratislava,
capital of Slovakia. Afterwards, follow the course of the Danube
River to Budapest. (B,D)
Day 6 Budapest. Your Local Guide takes you through
Eastern Europe’s most cosmopolitan city. See elegant Andrassy
Avenue, the Thermal Baths, and the world’s second-largest Jewish
synagogue. From the lacy lookout towers of Fishermen’s Bastion,
enjoy a panoramic view of the sprawling city. Then, visit the
13th-century MATTHIAS CORONATION CHURCH, the citadel on Mount
Gellert, and Heroes’ Square. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, a
delectable optional Hungarian specialty dinner can be arranged.
(B)
Day 7 Budapest-Vienna, Austria. This morning,
drive through the Hungarian plains to Vienna, once the center
of the mighty Habsburg Empire. Meet your Local Guide and start
your afternoon sightseeing with vistas of Prater Park with its
giant Ferris wheel, and the United Nations City on the banks of
the Danube River. Then, drive along Ring Boulevard, pass the State
Opera House, the Jewish quarter, and stop at the Hofburg Palace,
winter residence of the Austrian Imperial family. Marvel at the
impressive courtyards and famous Heldenplatz and visit awesome
ST. STEPHEN’S CATHEDRAL. Afternoon at leisure. An optional excursion
to the wine village of Grinzing is available. (B)
Day 8 At Leisure in Vienna. A whole day at leisure
gives you the opportunity to join exciting optional excursions,
including the Vienna Woods, historic Schönbrunn Palace, a concert,
or to just explore this magnificent city on your own. (B)
Day 9 Vienna-Melk-Salzburg. A scenic day! Enjoy
a leisurely DANUBE CRUISE along the most scenic part of the river.
No landscape is more typically Austrian than the Sound of Music
lakeland of the Salzkammergut. Pass lovely Lake Wolfgang on your
way via Bad Ischl to Salzburg. (B,D)
Day 10 Salzburg-Munich, Germany-Oberammergau.
A pleasant stroll with a Local Guide takes you through the historical
center. Admire exquisite MIRABELL GARDENS, the Great Festival
Hall, ST. PETER’S CHURCHYARD, and the monumental Domplatz. Also
visit MOZART’S BIRTHPLACE in the charming Getreidegasse. A comfortable
drive brings you via Munich to picturesque Oberammergau. (B,D)
Day 11 Oberammergau. Today, enjoy the highlight
of your vacation: the original PASSION PLAY, held every 10 years,
and performed by the residents of Oberammergau. (B,L,D)
Day 12 Oberammergau-Munich. Return to Munich
for your overnight stay. How about a stein of beer tonight in
the Hofbräuhaus to celebrate the success of your vacation? (B)
Day 13 Munich. Your homebound flight arrives
the same day. (B)
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