Imperial Europe with Oberammergau

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Central Europe's capitals put on a stately show in which the leads are played by Bohemian Prague, the beautiful Danube and the Trip Highlight - a testament of God's grace in Oberammergau.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Salzburg with a Local Specialist
    • Discover Munich, Regensburg, Bratislava, Győr and Innsbruck
    • Visit the Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
    • View the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus' Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague and the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna
    • See Melk Abbey
    • Premium Tickets for the Passion Play in Oberammergau
    • Connect With Locals

What's this trip about?

    Central Europe's capitals put on a stately show in which the leads are played by Bohemian Prague, the beautiful Danube and the Trip Highlight - a testament of God's grace in Oberammergau.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityMunich
End CityMunich

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Education / Learning
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Munich

The sophisticated city streets of Munich are your launch pad to an adventure through the capitals of Imperial Europe. Spend some free time immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the Bavarian capital. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director on an orient...

Day 2: Journey to Medieval Regensburg and Prague

This morning visit Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an unspoilt medieval gem. Cross the Czech border and head to Prague, your home for the next two nights. You’ll have the evening to spend your way or consider joining an Optional Experience to explore beautiful Prague by night with a Local Specialist.

Day 3: Discover Colourful Prague

Delve into centuries of history as you join a Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View the impressive Gothic architecture of St. Vitus Cathedral in the grounds of the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, then cross the river on your walking tour to the ...

Day 4: Onwards to Slovak Bratislava and Budapest

We leave the beauty of Prague behind for the lush landscapes of Moravia and pass into Slovakia. Stop in Bratislava to admire its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. Crossing the border into Hungary, we arrive in Budapest, the 'Paris of the East'. Consi...

Day 5: Explore Riverside Budapest

Admire the iconic highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. See the famous Chain Bridge which connects the two ancient settlements that straddle the Danube, and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district. Visit Fisherman's Bastion, payin...

Day 6: Venture to Vienna

A leisurely start to your morning could see you joining an Optional Experience guided tour of the magnificent Parliament Building and a visit to the world-famous Gundel restaurant for pancakes. Cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia stopping in Győr to soak up its...

Day 7: See the Sights of Vienna

Explore the imperial splendour of Vienna during your guided sightseeing tour of Vienna with a Local Specialist. Admire Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty, the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, a beautiful sweeping boulevard buil...

Day 8: Off to Picturesque Salzburg

The enchanting landscapes of the Danube Valley provide a picturesque backdrop for our leisurely drive to Salzburg. En route, pass the Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the Danube and learn about its royal connections. Arriving in Salzburg, we embark on a leisurely walking tour of its Old Town with a Local Specialist. Dine in your hotel this evening.

Day 9: Continue to Innsbruck and Oberammergau

Visit Innsbruck in the Austrian Tyrol, renowned for its spectacular scenery. See the Golden Roof and enjoy free time to explore the town. Later, travel to Oberammergau where villagers keep their covenant with God and perform their Passion Play, as they have every ten years since 1634. Dine in your hotel this evening. Hotel - See 'Trip Notes'

Day 10: Experience the Oberammergau Passion Play Performance

Witness first-hand the enduring faith of this Bavarian village and the divine blessings of God that spared Oberammergau and its people from the ravages of the plague which swept Europe in the 17th century. Take your premium seats for a poignant afternoon spent watchin...

Day 11: Return to Munich

Travel through alpine scenery back to Munich. This evening join your companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the end of your spiritual journey through central Europe.

Day 12: Farewell Munich

For now it's time to say a fond auf Wiedersehen to Germany, your fellow travellers and Travel Director at the end of your exhilarating European experience. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,850
Price per day$321
Last Updated: 6/27/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Anita Hinkel

Oct 2022

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I thought there were way too many people on the tour - 44. I'm used to no more than 25 when on other tours I've taken. The pace was rather exhausting. It was great t...

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Scott Ritter

Oct 2022

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All our meals and hotels were very good, clean and good quality.

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David Gonzalez

Oct 2022

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Imperial Europe Oberammergau Cat 1

Itinerary was awesome. Many places we stayed were for 2 nights which gave us time to explore.

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Harriet Fong

Oct 2022

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Imperial Europe Oberammergau Cat 1

Hectic, but worth the early morning start times! Spot on on the cities chosen!

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Daniel Dean

Oct 2022

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Imperial Europe Oberammergau Cat 1

See previous comments. A couple of hotels were disappointing. Total cost to include optional tours was expensive. Tour Director, Bus driver and restaurants were grea...

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Accommodation

  • Sheraton Westpark
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Meals Included
  • 1 Be My Guest
  • 1 Farewell Dinner
  • 1 Regional Dinner
  • 1 Welcome Reception
  • 11 Breakfasts
  • 2 Dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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