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What
will we see each day?
Our
itineraries are designed to be not too full - or too empty! Each
day we'll have breakfast at our hotel, followed by the day's activities.
In the evenings, you'll have the opportunity to join the devotional
time. Enjoy browsing the proposed itinerary.
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IF = In flight
meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
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Day
1: Friday, June 18, 2010: Departure
Our journey begins with our flight across the Atlantic Ocean to
Munich, Germany. If you would like to arrive early, we are happy
to arrange accommodations. (IF)
 Day
2: Saturday, June 19, 2010: Munich, Oberammergau
On arrival in Munich, we will be met by our Reformation Tours'
Tour Director and we’ll begin with a short orientation tour
of the city, including the Olympic grounds, the Glockenspiel,
the grounds of Nymphenburg Castle, and the pedestrian zone. On
the way to Oberammergau, we'll visit Linderhof Castle, the glitziest
of King Ludwig II’s castles. Oberammergau is home to the
world famous Passion Play, depicting the story of Christ, acted
out for hundreds of years by the villagers. We’ll check
into the Riessersee-Hotel
Betriebsgesel for the first of two nights and have a delicious
dinner, followed by a stroll through the village. (D)
Day 3: Sunday, June 20, 2010: Oberammergau
Today is the highlight of the tour, the world famous Passion Play.
We’ll have a relaxed morning, followed by afternoon and
evening performances. (B/L/D)
Day 4: Monday, June 21, 2010: Salzburg
On the way to Salzburg, we’ll stop at Oberndorf where we’ll
see the Silent Night Chapel, where Father Josef Mohr wrote Silent
Night and sang it for the first time. We will continue to Salzburg
and enjoy some free time. This evening we will have a Mozart Concert
during dinner at the famous St. Peter’s Restaurant. Seated
in Baroque opulence, with candles and linen, we’ll savor
the cuisine of Mozart’s day. Superb musicians play some
of his most famous compositions to round out a great day in Austria.
We will overnight in Salzburg at the Central
Hotel Gablerbräu. B/D
Day
5: Tuesday, June 22, 2010: Salzburg
A morning walking tour of Salzburg will introduce us to this city.
We’ll visit the Salzburg Cathedral, the Getreidegasse (pedestrian
zone) the market and Mozart’s home. We are free in the afternoon,
and will have dinner on our own. B
Day
6: Wednesday, June 23, 2010: Venice (Mestre)
Today will be wonderful as we drive to Italy, seeing the change
in cultures and landscapes from our comfortable coach. Italy will
be very special, so much to see, so different from the Germany
and Austria that we left yesterday. We’ll stop en route
to see Lake Garda and have some time to savor special moments
in this legend of Italy. Our destination today is fabulous Venice–La
Serenissima, the “Serene One.” Built upon 117 islands,
Venice is a mosaic of canals, plazas, fascinating markets, and
colorful chaos! Italy never disappoints us. (B/D)
Day 7: Thursday, June 24, 2010: Venice
(Mestre)
Today we'll visit the most famous sights in Venice including St.
Mark's Basilica, which is built over the tomb of the evangelist
Mark and the Doges Palace, the former seat of government in Venice.
The afternoon is free to enjoy shopping, visit a glass blowing
shop on the island of Murano, or discover the winding back streets
of this romantic island. This evening, we'll take a gondola ride
through the charming canals. We have an opportunity to enjoy wonderful
restaurants with smiling waiters and tempting pasta on our own
before returning to our hotel tonight. (B)
Day 8: Friday, June 25, 2010: Florence
Our local guide will take us on a walking tour of historic Florence
to see Michelangelo’s incomparable “David” at
Accademia, the Piazza della Signoria and the breathtaking view
from Piazzale Michelangelo; then Giotto’s Belfry and Duomo,
and the Baptistery with its renowned “Gate of Paradise.”
We also visit the Convent and Museum of St. Mark, a former Dominican
monastery which contains important frescoes by Friar Andelico
and the cells of Savonarola, who was prior of St. Mark’s.
Later this afternoon we explore and shop along the Ponte Vechio.
This bridge, built in 1345 is a riot of life and color and is
famous for rows of shops lining both sides that have been reserved
for gold and silversmiths since 16th century. We'll stay overnight
at the Grand Hotel
Mediterraneo (or similar). B/D
 Day
9: Saturday, June 26, 2010: Orvieto, Rome
This morning we continue in a southerly direction and make a stop
in beautiful Orvieto for a locally guided tour of the city and
its Duomo, followed by lunch in a local restaurant. We drive on to Rome where after dinner we’ll
be free to have a walking tour with our escort. We will see Trevi
Fountain, the Spanish Steps and Navonna Square. We'll stay at
the Grand Hotel Palatino.
(B/L/D)
Day
10: Sunday, June 27, 2010: Rome
The highlight this morning will be a guided tour of the Vatican
Museums, the Sistine Chapel-containing the stunning ceiling artworks
of Michelangelo- and St. Peter’s Basilica- considered to
be the greatest Church in Christendom. In the afternoon we’ll
enjoy a guided visit of the Imperial and Classical heart of Rome:
Circo Massimo, Coliseum, San Pietro in Vincoli Church with Michelangelo’s
Moses, the Mamertine Prison and the Forum – the market place
of old Rome. (B/D)
Day 11: Monday, June 28, 2010: Rome
Today is a free day to enjoy Rome or take an optional day trip
to Capri or Naples and Pompeii.This evening is free to sample
local restaurants at our leisure . (B)
Day 12: Tuesday, June 29, 2010: Return
We drive to the Airport for our return flight, with our escort
taking us all the way to security. We’ll return home with
many wonderful memories of incredible Italy, awesome Austria,
and gorgeous Germany. “Ariva Derce”, as the Italians
would say “Good bye.” (B).
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Reformation
Tours reserves the rights to alter itineraries without notice
should it become necessary. While on tour, if conditions necessitate
changes, or if certain features are unavailable or limited,
we reserve the right to vary or substitute alternatives. All
prices are calculated at the exchange rate in effect at the
time of this quotation. Should currency fluctuations necessitate
an adjustment in tour price the adjusted price will be reflected
in the final invoice.
Free
book for all our tour participants
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This
best-selling Guide proved an essential tool for visitors who
spent time in this delightful corner of Bavaria, providing concise
information about the Village of Oberammergau, the Area, the
Play, the Theatre, the History and Traditions, the Organization
and Background. Written
by David Houseley - who produced similar books in 1970,1980
and 1990, and Raymond Goodburn, the book is in lavish color
with maps, photographs and biographies of the actors who took
the leading roles. There is also an important Introduction
by Otto Huber, Deputy Director of the Play who explains the
thinking behind the radical changes which were made for 2000.
Finally, there is a Synopsis of the Play, provided by Prof.
Ingrid Shafer, the Official Translator of the Text into English.
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What's
included in the land price of $3,495?
Price based on a minimum of 35 participants
-
 Transportation:
via deluxe air-conditioned coaches
- Tickets to
the Oberammergau Passion Play in seating area 1 (pale blue in
image)
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Accommodations (double-occupancy) in superior 3-star and moderate
4-star hotels
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Meals as indicated in the itinerary
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Professional
tour escort throughout the tour
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Local
step-on guides for city tours and major attractions
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Entrance
fees included as per itinerary
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All transfers, as a group
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Baggage handling (1 piece of baggage per guest)
- All taxes
and tips other
than for bus driver and tour director
What's
not included in tour price?
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Air
transportation ($1,375 for group flight including taxes and
fees)
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Single
supplement (subject to availability) of $700
- Passenger
trip cancellation insurance (details sent with reservation form)
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Meals
and beverages not identified in itinerary
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Items
of a personal nature, such as passports and visas. Passports
must be valid for months beyond return date.
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Tips
for bus driver and tour director
Payment
for the tour is in installments:
- Deposit of
$350 will secure your place on the tour
- Second deposit
of $1,000 is due no later than July 1, 2009
- The air price
will be available at the end of July, 2009
- The final
price adjustment (in case of low numbers or currency changes)
will be made in the middle of December, 2009
- Final invoices
will be sent in December 2009
- Final payments
will be due no later than January 25, 2010
Cancellation
Policy:
All cancellations
must be in writing and the date of postmark will determine the amount
of refund due.
- From time
of deposit to until 190 days prior to departure a $175 per person
penalty will be charged for cancellation.
- From 189-145
days prior to departure a $300 per person penalty will be charged
for cancellation, plus any non refundable deposit, if applicable
- 144-30 days
prior to departure a $1,000 per person penalty will be charged
for cancellation, plus any unrecoverable out of pocket expenses
to ground suppliers, as well as any penalties imposed by airlines
will be assessed. If anyone cancels but finds their own substitute
up to 120 days prior to departure, only a $100 change fee will
be assessed.
- 29 days or
less prior to departure-no refund.
Flight
Information:
We can either assist you with flight bookings, or you are welcome
to choose your own flights. If you are using frequent flyer miles,
you'll need to contact your airline directly. We can also arrange
for extra hotel nights before or after the tour. Please ensure we
have a copy of your flight itinerary for our records no later than
30 days before departure.
Group
Flights
| Airline |
Date |
Departs |
Arrives |
Departure
Time |
Arrival
Time |
Layover |
| Lufthansa
429 |
6/18/2010
- 6/19/10 |
Charlotte |
Munich |
5:35 PM |
8:10 AM |
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Lufthansa
3855 |
6/29/10 |
Rome |
Munich |
8:45 AM |
10:25 AM |
1hr 15
min |
| Lufthansa
428 |
6/29/10 |
Munich |
Charlotte |
11:40 PM
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3:35 PM
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Arrival:
If you aren't on the group flights above, please plan on arriving
in Munich on Saturday, June 19, 2010 by 8:30 AM. If you are traveling
early, we can arrange for accommodation in Munich.
Departure:
Flights can be arranged anytime on Tuesday, June 29, 2010
from Rome.
Pre- and post-tour
options:
If you are planning on arriving early or staying after the tour, you can either book your accommodation with a booking engine such as Expedia or Orbitz or directly with the hotel. Please see below for our suggested hotel.
Pre-Tour
We are offering a pre-tour night at the Hotel St. Paul in Munich
for $82 per person in a double and $127 in a single, including breakfast.
The transport from the airport is approximately $95 per taxi or
$15 per person using local transport.
Post-Tour
We are offering a post-tour night at the Grand Hotel Palatino in
Rome for $136 per person in a double and $188 in a single, including
breakfast. The taxi to the airport is approximately $82 per taxi.
Tour
Hosts:
Your tour hosts
are Pastor Carl and Debra Yost and Pastor Bob and Lynn Helton
Pastor
Carl and Debra Yost are both originally from North Carolina.
Ordained in 1983, Carl has served Lutheran congregations in Alabama,
North Carolina and South Carolina. He currently serves as Lead Pastor
of Community in Christ Lutheran Church located in the Lake Norman
area of Charlotte, NC. As an avid historian, he believes that travel
is an excellent way to experience and teach the faith.
Carl has traveled in
countries of Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and the Orient.
He is a graduate of Lenior-Rhyne University and Lutheran Theological
Southern Seminary. In addition to his parish leadership, he is also
a chaplain in the United States Air Force Reserves. Carl and Debra
have been married for 27 years and have 3 children. They are especially
looking forward to the birth of their first grandchild in early
2009!
Pastor Yost
believes that when it comes to traveling with the faith community,
it is much more than just a tour. It becomes a pilgrimage –
a journey of walking together in faith.
What
are the accommodations like?
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hotels are chosen for their quality,
amenities and proximity to areas
of interest. Whenever possible, we choose hotels
in town centers, so that you are able to go off and explore
in your free time. It may be necessary for us to substitute
hotels for others of equal quality. You will be fully
informed of any changes that affect you. Enjoy your stay!
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