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The Passion Play at Oberammergau
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A Taste of Europe
2 - 19 AUGUST 2010
Oberammergau, a small town in Bavaria, south central Germany, on the Ammer River. Situated in the Bavarian Alps, Oberammergau is a popular tourist resort and noted wood-carving center. The famous Passion Play, which originated in 1634, is performed here. It was first presented by the inhabitants in gratitude for the end of a plague. Except for the years 1870, 1920, and 1940, the play has been presented every tenth year since 1680 in keeping a vow made by the 17th-century townspeople. The daylong performances are attended by thousands in a theater built in 1930.
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Monday, 2 August
Depart Barbados by BA 2154 at 4:40pm.
Day 2 - Tuesday, 3 August
Arrive London/Gatwick Airport at 5:45am. Clear Immigration andcollect your bags for transfer byprivate Coach to Heathrow airport, Terminal 4 and depart on BA 908 at1:50pm. Arrive Frankfurt, Germany at4:35pm - transfer to hotel.
At 7:30pm, meet our Tour Director for a welcome drink and dinner at the hotel.
Day 3 - Wednesday, 4 August - FRANKFURT - RHINE CRUISE
Breakfast - A special treat at the very start of our journey through Germany is a RHINE CRUISE along the most scenic section of the Rhine River with castle-crested hills, terraced vineyards, pretty wine towns, and finally the Lorelei rock.
Day 4 - Thursday, 5 August - FRANKFURT
Breakfast - Heidelberg is Germany's oldest university town. The ruins of the imposing red sandstone CASTLE tower above the city. Of particular interest is the GIANT VAT, an 18th-century wine cask holding 49,000 gallons(nearly 200,000 litres)!
Day 5 - Friday, 6 August - ROTHENBURG, MUNICH
Breakfast - Today we focus on Germany's Romantic Road, which leads from the flat country towards the Alps. Enjoy a walking tour of medieval Rothenburg with its ramparts and towers, cobbled lanes, and 16th-century houses. Then head south to the Danube Valley and Munich. How about a stein of beer at the Hofbraühaus tonight?
Day 6 - Saturday, 7 August - OBERAMMERGAU
Breakfast - We depart Munich this morning and travel to the Oberammergau area for an overnight stay. The quaint alpine resort of Oberammergau enjoys an idyllic location and is world renowned for its spectacular PASSION PLAY, which is performed by its inhabitants every 10 years.
Rest of the day to explore on own.
Day 7 - Sunday, 8 August - THE PASSION PLAY
Breakfast - Morning is at leisure. This afternoon and evening is devoted to the Passion Play. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will be transferred to the afternoon performance of the Passion Play. Seating is in Section 1A. At intermission we will be transferred to a restaurant for dinner. Then we will be brought back for the evening performance. After an exhilarating day, we are returned to our hotel for overnight.
Day 8 - Monday, 9 August - OBERAMMERGAU - VENICE
Breakfast - We leave the Oberammergau area this morning and continue to Austria for a stop in the capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck. Drive over the Brenner Pass to Italy through the stunning scenery of the Dolomites to Cortina for a short visit, before reaching the Venice area for an overnight.
Day 9 - Tuesday, 10 August - VENICE
Breakfast - Morning sightseeing starts at ST. MARK'S SQUARE. Admire the Byzantine Basilica, the Clock Tower, lavish Doges. Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Watch skilled GLASSBLOWERS fashion their delicate objects, then time to explore or to join an optional gondola ride.
Day 10 - Wednesday, 11 August - VENICE
Breakfast - Through the Apennine Hills to Tuscany. In Florence, enjoy a walking tour with a Local Guide and visit the ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS with Michelangelo's celebrated David, the magnificent CATHEDRAL, Grotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry's heavy bronze Gate of Paradise, and sculpture-studded SIGNORIA SQUARE. Time to shop for Florentine leather goods and gold jewelry. Tonight a highlight dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
Day 11 - Thursday, 12 August - FLORENCE, ITALY / LAKE LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND
Breakfast - This morning cross the Lombardy plains to Canton Ticino's subtropical resort of Lugano. Here we take a break to stroll along the lakeside promenade before climbing towards the St. Gotthard Tunnel. Emerge on the German-speaking side of Switzerland and then descend into the gentle landscape around Lake Lucerne.
Day 12 - Friday, 13 August - LAKE LUCERNE / PARIS, FRANCE
Breakfast - Today we visit the Lion monument and the wooden bridge before joining an (optional) boat trip. Then vistas of green pastures and attractive chalets with rustic timbering and luxuriant flowers. Enter France via the comfortable highway, past some of its most famous vineyards, to Paris. Arrive in time to enjoy an (optional) cabaret show.
Day 13 - Saturday, 14 August - PARIS SIGHTSEEING
Breakfast - Today our sightseeing with a Local Guide features the Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Louvre, and Champs-Elysées. Visit magnificent NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL, and for a panoramicview, take the elevator to the second floor of the EIFFEL TOWER.
Balance of the day at leisure and lots to do. An optional excursion to Versailles Palace and gardens and exciting evening outings are available.
Day 14 - Sunday, 15 August - PARIS - FAREWELL DINNER
Breakfast - A full day at leisure. Our Tour Director will offer some optional excursions. Farewell dinner with wine in a local restaurant.
Day 15 - Monday, 16 August - PARIS / LONDON
Breakfast - Check out of hotel at 12:30pm and transfer to the airport for departure to London on BA 319 at 4:50pm. Arrive London/Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 at 5:00pm. Transfer by coach for a 3-night hotel stay in London.
Day 16 - Tuesday, 17 August - LONDON TOUR
Breakfast - From a private tour of the Tower of London to the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, you will see everything the beautiful city of London has to offer on this full day Sightseeing tour.
Day 17 - Wednesday, 18 August - LONDON THEATRE
Breakfast - A full day at leisure for shopping or relaxing.
In the evening we enjoy a show at the Theatre.
Day 18 - Tuesday, 19 August - LONDON / BARBADOS
Breakfast at hotel. Depart hotel at 6:30am for the North Terminal and our departure on BA 2155 at 11:15am, arriving Barbados at 2:50pm.
This historical package includes:
Cancellation and refunds:
Cancellation penalties will apply. Refunds will be based on any retrievable amounts from our suppliers at the time of cancellation.
Passport & Visa:
A valid passport is required. Passport must not expire prior to 31 January 2011.
Holders of Barbadian/British passports do not need a Visa.
Insurance:
Insurance is recommended and is available through The Travel House Inc.
Price:
BDD12,795.00 per person sharing double occupancy.
Payment Details:
A non-refundable deposit of BDD1000.00 is required immediately to secure reservations.
A second deposit of BDD3000.00 is required by 20 January 2010.
Final payment is required no later than 30 April 2010.
Discounts:
Travel Circle $60.00 or BARP $50.00
NB: only 1 discount applies