The Alps & Oberammergau - August 13, 2010
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Stresa - Lago Maggiore - Lugano - Zermatt - Glacier Express Train Ride  - St. Moritz - Innsbruck - Salzburg - St. Peter's Restaurant - Munich - Marienplatz - Oberammergau Passion Play |
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
AUGUST 13: Depart today from San Francisco for your overnight flight to Milan, Italy.
Beautiful scenery, fun sightseeing, and the best of the Alps await you on your exciting tour of the Alpine region of Europe including Italy, Switzerland, Austria, & Germany. All culminating with an experience only offered every 10 years - Oberammergau!
AUGUST 14: Upon arrival in Milan, you will be transferred to the Stresa Hotel on beautiful Lago Maggiore for a 2 night stay. Tonight you are transported by boat to Isola dei Pescatori, one of the most characteristic islands of the Borromeo Gulf. Enjoy a delicious meal while surrounded by beautiful scenery before returning to Stresa for the night.
dinner included
AUGUST 15: Today, drive through the beautiful Lake district of Italy, cross into Switzerland and the lakeside resort of Lugano. Here you will enjoy beautiful views of Lake Lugano and excellent shopping opportunities. The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy the lake area. Accommodations in Stresa tonight.
breakfast included
AUGUST 16: Depart Stresa for a scenic motorcoach ride into the heart of the Alpine mountains. The breathtaking views of the Italian and Swiss Alps will leave a lasting impression on you. Upon arrival in Taesch, board a local train for the short ride to the spectacular Alpine village of Zermatt. Accommodations for the next 2 nights in Zermatt.
breakfast & dinner included
AUGUST 17: Following an orientation tour of the charming village of Zermatt, the balance of the day is at leisure. Get an up-close look at the famed Matterhorn, enjoy some fine shopping or just relax at your hotel in beautiful Zermatt.
breakfast included
AUGUST 18: Today you board the famous Glacier Express. Be prepared for an unforgettable train ride on the world's most exciting narrow-gauge railway. You travel through a series of tunnels and bridges as you traverse some of the most spectacular Alpine scenery in the world: majestic mountains, verdant valleys, picturesque canyons, glistening glaciers and snowcapped peaks. Your destination is St. Moritz where we have accommodations for the night.
breakfast & dinner included
AUGUST 19: Enjoy your drive through the picturesque Engadine Valley. Shortly, you cross into Austria and continue along the scenic Inn Valley. Arriving in the capital of Austrian Tyrol, Innsbruck, time is allowed for lunch, independent sightseeing and shopping. Be sure not to miss the famous Golden Roof. Accommodations for the next 2 nights at the Hotel Innsbruck.
breakfast included
AUGUST 20: Drive through the Austrian countryside to historic Salzburg, one of Europe's most beautiful and romantic spots. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of Salzburg's historic "Old Town" - The Altstadt. Your sightseeing includes such highlights as the Cathedral, Mozart's birthplace, and Mirabell Gardens. You will not be able to miss locations from the "Sound of Music". Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in Salzburg, meeting later for dinner at the centuries-old St. Peter's Restaurant . After dinner return to Innsbruck for the night.
breakfast & dinner included
AUGUST 21: You drive a short distance today to the frontier of Germany, crossing the border into Bavaria. Soon you arrive in the Bavarian capital of Munich where you have a walking tour featuring the Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel, and Olympic Park. Next, depart for the quaint village of Oberammergau, nestled in the Bavarian Alps. Accommodations for the next 2 nights in Obergammerau.
breakfast & dinner included
AUGUST 22: After a leisurely morning, this afternoon, witness a performance of the Passion Play. The original performance dates back to 1634. During the Thirty Year War, the village of Oberammergau was spared the Black Plague and for this reason, the villagers vowed that every ten years they would give a play to honor the life of Christ. The performers are native Oberammergauers. 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 the break of the performance, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a memorable trip.
breakfast, lunch, & dinner included
AUGUST 23: After breakfast this morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flights back to San Francisco with wonderful memories of Europe and the rare opportunity to experience the Oberammergau Passion Play.
breakfast included
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