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LAND Switzerland, Germany and Austria SMALL GROUP Maximum of LAND 24 Travelers JOURNEY Switzerland, Germany and Austria featuring the Passion Play in Oberammergau Inspiring Moments > Watch the unforgettable and historic performance of the decennial Passion Play in Oberammergau. > Glide on Lake Constance from INCLUDED FEATURES Friedrichshafen to Lindau, reveling in a stunning Alpine backdrop. Accommodations (with baggage handling) Itinerary > Enjoy local traditions and celebrated – 3 nights in Oberstaufen, Germany, Depart gateway city cuisine during a fondue lunch, a beer at the deluxe Lindner Parkhotel & Spa. Arrive in Munich and transfer garden outing in Munich and much more! – 1 night in Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Oberstaufen at the first-class Hotel Zugspitze. Appenzell | St. Gallen > Follow in the footsteps of Wolfgang – 3 nights in Salzburg, Austria, at the Friedrichshafen | Lindau Amadeus Mozart in Salzburg and enjoy a performance of his works. first-class Imlauer Hotel Pitter Salzburg. Oberammergau – 2 nights in Munich, Germany, at Innsbruck | Salzburg > Uncover the Bavarian capital of Munich the deluxe Hotel Bayerischer Hof. Salzburg with its pretty parks and welcoming locals. Transfers (with baggage handling) Salzburg > Experience two UNESCO World – Deluxe motor coach transfers during the Munich Heritage sites. Land Program. Munich Extensive Meal Program Photo courtesy of Passion Play 2020, Oberammergau Depart for gateway city – 9 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; Flights and transfers included for AHI FlexAir participants. tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. with dinner. Activity Level: We have rated all of our excursions with activity levels to help you assess this program’s physical Your One-of-a-Kind Journey expectations. Please call or visit our website for full details. – Visit 3 countries during this program. – Discovery excursions highlight the local culture, heritage and history. – Expert-led Enrichment programs enhance your insight into the region. – AHI Sustainability Promise: We strive to make a positive, purposeful impact in the communities we visit. – AHI Connects: Local immersion. – Free time to pursue your own interests. – Welcome and Farewell Receptions. – A personal VOX headset to hear your English-speaking guide clearly. – Tipping of guides and drivers. – Complimentary travel mementos. 800-218-6103 www.gtalumni.org Switzerland, Germany and Austria ~ featuring the Passion Play Discovery Enrichment AHI Sustainability Promise AHI Connects: Indulge in a genuine > Upper Allgäu Region: Its History We strive to make a positive, purposeful Swiss fondue lunch at a cozy restaurant. and People impact in the communities we visit, Savor authentic cuisine complemented by whenever possible. > The Life and Work of Mozart mountain views and friendly service. Environmental Impact | Thoughtful Appenzell and St. Gallen. Charming > Germany Today choices to minimize our environmental Appenzell is host to traditional, colorful footprint: eco-friendly transportation, façades, a mural-covered town hall and guided walks in lieu of bus tours and less impressive art and history museums. Take plastic waste. in the sights before continuing to St. Gallen UNESCO World Heritage Social Impact | Ongoing initiatives to to tour its baroque Abbey of St. Gall, a 1. Abbey of St. Gall support local businesses that employ and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The benefit people in the community. Curating monastery’s library showcases priceless 2. Historic City of Salzburg meaningful experiences by staying in manuscripts dating to the Middle Ages. intimately sized locales instead of cities Lake Constance Cruise. After a scenic affected by overtourism. drive to Friedrichshafen, embark on a Economic Impact | Community-based panoramic cruise on beautiful Lake tourism using expert local guides and Constance to Lindau. Take a walking tour lecturers, plus program scheduling during of the quaint Old Town, admiring buildings quieter, “shoulder seasons.” built in the Renaissance, baroque and Gothic styles. Witness two noteworthy landmarks — the 108-foot-tall lighthouse and 20- foot-tall lion statue — and see two famous AHI Travel Expertise towers, the turreted 14th-century Diebsturm Passenger Service Representative | tower and the 12th-century Mangturm Helps with everything from arranging flights tower, which once served as a lookout post. to fulfilling special requests. Oberammergau Passion Play. Thrill to Travel Director | Manages all details the once-in-a-lifetime experience of the Abbey of St. Gall to ensure a memorable trip. world’s longest-running play, the Passion Travel information | Prepares you fully Play. For almost 400 years, residents of for your journey. this quintessential German hamlet have staged this massive stage production every Expert local guides and lecturers | 10 years as thanks for the end of the Provide friendly, knowledgeable service and devastating plague that ravaged Europe share their passion for their country. during the Thirty Years War. The captivating performance is truly a memorable and historic event! Let us arrange your flights! Innsbruck. The capital of Austria’s Tyrol AHI FlexAir | Our personalized region is a cultural gem with stunning Alpine air program features transfers, flight views. On a walking tour, pass by the insurance, assistance and flexibility. Golden Roof, the Imperial Palace and Gardens and the Court Church. Salzburg Walking Tour. Enjoy the highlights of Amadeus Mozart’s hometown. DATES & PRICES From its winding cobblestone streets to the Appenzell medieval Hohensalzburg Fortress perched August 6-16, 2022 above the city, there are many iconic sights Accommodations to see and share with your fellow travelers. From Price $5,845 Dinner with Mozart. Savor delicious Lindner Parkhotel & Spa Austrian cuisine while listening to live Hotel Zugspitze Special Savings $250 performances of select arias by Mozart. Imlauer Hotel Pitter Salzburg Old Munich. Take a walking tour of this Special Price $5,595 delightful, laid-back Bavarian city. See the Residenz, the Theatine Church and the Hotel Bayerischer Hof Bavarian National Opera. Stroll through Munich’s lively central square, a gathering spot for residents and visitors. Then enjoy classic Bavarian fare and a frothy beer during lunch at a beer garden, a beloved The information in this flier is correct Munich tradition. at the time of printing. Please visit our website to ensure that you receive the most current information. 2021.
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