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14 HANDCRAFTED ITINERARIES. 19 COUNTRIES. 56 CITIES. DISCOVER THE WORLD'S MOST HOLY SIGHTS ON AN UPLIFTING JOURNEY LIKE NO OTHER.

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Martin Luther Reformation 10 days ...... 6-7 Days of Devotion 12 days ...... 8-9 Holy Italian Pilgrimage 11 days ...... 10-11 Pilgrimage to Poland 8 days ...... 12-13 Steps of St Paul with 3-day cruise option 7 days ...... 14-15 Land of the Gods 13 days ...... 16-17 Sacred Ireland 9 days ...... 18-19 Spiritual England 7 days ...... 20-21 Great Italian Cities with Oberammergau 13 days ...... 22-23 Sound of Music with Oberammergau 9 days ...... 24-25 Imperial Europe with Oberammergau 12 days ...... 26-27 Best of Germany with Oberammergau 12 days ...... 28-29 European Whirl with Oberammergau 12 days ...... 30-31 and with Oberammergau 13 days ...... 32-33

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Faith_Intros_2020_All_Versions.indd 2 04/06/2019 09:13 A ONCE IN A DECADE Join us for a journey of spiritual discovery. EXPERIENCE, A ONCE Art, divinity and self-reflection combine on a religious IN A LIFETIME TRIP holiday that lets you relive some of the world’s most prolific spiritual moments through a sensory experience that will open your heart and deepen your faith.

OBERAMMERGAU Walk in the footsteps of Christ through the busy GERMANY cobblestone streets of Old Jerusalem. Stand humbled and in awe as religious devotion meets artistic expression in See the life, love and sacrifice of Jesus La Sagrada Familia, . Explore a Poland scarred Christ come to life in this once in a by war but anchored in undying faith, paying respects decade performance of the Passion Play. A stirring manifestation of to his holiness, Pope John Paul II, during a visit to his unwavering faith, it showcases the childhood home. Witness the world-famous re-enactment profound devotion of the people of the Passion Play, performed only once every decade in of Oberammergau in an artistic the quaint Bavarian town of Oberammergau. Feel God’s masterpiece that leaves no heart untouched. For over 50 years, Trafalgar light shine on you as you visit the holy sites where the has been bringing guests to this Scriptures took place. picturesque region to bear witness to this emblematic event. And in 2020, As the world leader in travel, our faith-based trips give you once again, we invite you to experience access to some of the world’s most sacred sites to reveal this powerful performance and meet the richness of their history, both spiritual and cultural, in the passionate people that make it a way otherwise impossible to discover. We take care of come alive in this spiritual encounter that will leave you forever changed. all the logistics, giving you the freedom to let your faith be ignited through life-a„ irming experiences and profound personal connections to people and places. Don’t wait another ten years, join one of our trips including the Oberammergau Real Connections, Real Ease, and Real Joy. Passion Play see p. 22-33. Join us for a spiritual encounter like no other with the world’s most awarded travel brand.

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Connect With Locals as you share evening mass with the local religious community at the Jasna Gora Monastery in the spiritual capital of Poland and break bread during a Carinthian dinner with the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood. Through a series of enlightening connections to people, places and experiences, find yourself connecting more deeply to your own faith with a reinvigorated sense of purpose and devotion.

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DAY 1 ARRIVE Embrace the eff ervescent energy of Berlin – a city that epitomises a spirit of freedom and unity, having shrugged off the shackles of a dark past. Enjoy some free time to explore the city before MARTIN LUTHER meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and an orientation drive. (WR) REFORMATION Hotel: Holiday Inn City East Side 2 BERLIN – WITTENBERG (2 NIGHTS) The imposing green cupola of Berliner Dom is a landmark on the cityscape and what lies beneath is ours to enjoy 1 0 D A Y S 1 COUNTRY 1 3 M E A L S FROM US$2375 PP* during a guided visit to this famous Cathedral. You'll have an opportunity to 'Dive Into Culture' as you visit the Royal Crypt, one of the most important dynastic burial places in Europe. The fi nal resting place for rulers who shaped the state and city of Berlin, the FOLLOW THE PATH OF MARTIN LUTHER AND THE HISTORY OF THE REFORMATION WHICH CHANGED THE COURSE OF crypt contains 94 burials spanning from as early MODERN RELIGION. TRACE THE LIFE AND WORK OF THE REFORMIST ACROSS MEDIEVAL GERMAN TOWNS AND CITIES. as the 16th century. Visit the Museum to delve into the Cathedral's varied architectural history. Then enjoy some free time on your own to explore before leaving Berlin for Wittenberg, the birthplace of the Reformation. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Best Western

3 WITTENBERG SIGHTSEEING See where the story of Martin Luther's protestant movement began when in 1517 he nailed his 96 Theses to the main door of the Church. That one act sparked one of the most signifi cant changes the Christian world has ever seen and we'll have an opportunity to see where it happened during a visit to the church, where Luther is also buried. Your 'Local Specialist' will accompany you to visit Lutherhalle, where the Reformer lived, worked and made his “reformatory discovery”. You'll also visit the Town Church, where Luther once preached, now recognised as the mother church of the Reformation. Enjoy the rest of the aft ernoon at leisure. (B)

4 WITTENBERG – TORGAU – A leisurely start to our day sees us travel to Torgau. At Hartenfels Castle, we'll visit the castle chapel consecrated in 1544 by Martin Luther, then continue to the beautiful Baroque city of Dresden. A 'Local Specialist' will join us for a sightseeing tour and a visit to the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche, where J.S Bach was the fi rst to play on the Silberman organ when the church was originally built. Spend a free evening exploring the “Florence on the Elbe”. (B) Hotel: Pullman Newa/ The Westin Bellevue

5 DRESDEN – LEIPZIG Enjoy a leisurely start to your day in Dresden before continuing your journey to GERMANY WITTENBERG 1 BERLIN Leipzig. Here you'll meet a 'Local Specialist' for a tour 2 of the city, home of the Leipzig Disputation. You'll visit Thomaskirche, the fi nal resting place of J.S. Bach, LEIPZIG Torgau and where Luther preached his Whitsunday sermon Eisleben in 1539. This evening you'll 'Connect With Locals' Eisenach 1 DRESDEN for an exclusive 'Be My Guest' dinner. (B, BMG, ) 2 1 Hotel: House Easy

ERFURT ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS 6 LEIPZIG – EISLEBEN – (2 NIGHTS) Eisleben is • CITY TOUR in Wittenberg, Dresden, so connected with Martin Luther that its off icial name Leipzig, Eisleben, Erfurt and Worms is Lutherstadt Eisleben. We visit what was once his 2 FRANKFURT hometown this morning, joining a 'Local Specialist' • ORIENTATION of Berlin, Frankfurt and for a guided sightseeing tour which includes Mainz St. Andrew's Church, where Luther preached his last

Worms • VISIT Berliner Dom, Hartenfels Castle four sermons, and the Church of Saints Peter and Paul Church, Frauenkirche, Thomaskirche, where he was baptised. You'll also visit Luther's Birth Luther's Birth House, Augustiner Monastery, House, which has been the site of a public museum Wartburg Castle and Luther House in Erfurt for Lutheran pilgrims since the 17th century. Learn about the Reformer's close relationship with his • VIEW the Hartenfels Castle in Torgau and parents and gain insights into his upbringing before Gutenberg Monument in Mainz

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RMLR_Martin Luther Reformation.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:24 YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE BERLIN Embrace the eff ervescent energy spending some free time to explore the town. This of Berlin – a city that epitomises a spirit of freedom evening, we arrive in Erfurt where we'll overnight. (B) YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER and unity, having shrugged off the shackles of a dark Hotel: Radisson Blu past. Enjoy some free time to explore the city before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for 7 ERFURT SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Explore Price PP Price PP a Welcome Reception and an orientation drive. (WR) one of the best-preserved medieval city centres in Start End Twin Start End Twin Hotel: Holiday Inn City East Side Germany when you join your 'Local Specialist' for a Berlin Frankfurt Share Berlin Frankfurt Share sightseeing tour past its iconic Krämerbrücke, the SU 10 MAY TU 19 MAY 2395 SU 16 AUG TU 25 AUG 2395 2 BERLIN – WITTENBERG (2 NIGHTS) The imposing Old Synagogue, Erfurt Cathedral and St. Severus's SU 07 JUN TU 16 JUN 2395 SU 13 SEP TU 22 SEP 2425 green cupola of Berliner Dom is a landmark on the Church. You'll have some time on your own this SU 27 SEP TU 06 OCT 2425 cityscape and what lies beneath is ours to enjoy aft ernoon to see the sights, then join your group for a SU 05 JUL TU 14 JUL 2395 during a guided visit to this famous Cathedral. You'll guided tour of the Augustiner Monastery, just in time SU 11 OCT TU 20 OCT 2375 have an opportunity to 'Dive Into Culture' as you visit for Vespers. (B) Single Supplement (add to price above): US$470 PP the Royal Crypt, one of the most important dynastic burial places in Europe. The fi nal resting place for 8 ERFURT – EISENACH – FRANKFURT (2 NIGHTS) rulers who shaped the state and city of Berlin, the We make our way west this morning, stopping at PAY EARLY SAVINGS crypt contains 94 burials spanning from as early Wartburg Castle for a guided tour of the hilltop castle SAVE UP TO US$243 PP as the 16th century. Visit the Museum to delve into and a walk through a thousand years of German the Cathedral's varied architectural history. Then history. There's time in Eisenach for lunch before OTHER GREAT SAVINGS enjoy some free time on your own to explore before visiting Luther House, where the Reformist lived as 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$240 leaving Berlin for Wittenberg, the birthplace of the a child. Follow in young Martin Luther's footsteps Reformation. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel. and learn about his historic translation of the Bible 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$61 (B, D, ) Hotel: Best Western before continuing your journey to Frankfurt where 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP you will enjoy an orientation tour this evening. (B) 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefi ts for past guests 3 WITTENBERG SIGHTSEEING See where the story of Hotel: Leonardo Off enbach Martin Luther's protestant movement began when in 1517 he nailed his 96 Theses to the main door of 9 WORMS AND MAINZ EXCURSION Continuing our the Castle Church. That one act sparked one of the exploration of Luther's life and contribution, we visit HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS most signifi cant changes the Christian world has ever Worms this morning to see the city that hosted the seen and we'll have an opportunity to see where it private conferences held to determine his fate aft er Here’s just a sample of the many special happened during a visit to the church, where Luther is he published his 95 Theses challenging the Roman Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. also buried. Your 'Local Specialist' will accompany you Catholic establishment. Your 'Local Specialist' will to visit Lutherhalle, where the Reformer lived, worked join you for a guided sightseeing tour of the city. CONNECT WITH LOCALS In Leipzig where you'll join a local and made his “reformatory discovery”. You'll also visit Admire the ornately decorated Dom St. Peter, built family for an exclusive 'Be My Guest' the Town Church, where Luther once preached, now in the 12th century, then travel to Mainz where you'll dinner. ( Day 5) recognised as the mother church of the Reformation. see the Mainz Cathedral and Gutenburg Monument Enjoy the rest of the aft ernoon at leisure. (B) commemorating the German printing of the Bible. DIVE INTO CULTURE We return to Frankfurt where we'll join our travel Visit the captivating Royal Crypt of

the Berliner Dom, one of the most XXXXXXX 4 WITTENBERG – TORGAU – DRESDEN A leisurely start companions for a memorable Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) important dynastic burial places in to our day sees us travel to Torgau. At Hartenfels Europe and the fi nal resting place Castle, we'll visit the castle chapel consecrated in 10 DEPART FRANKFURT Our journey through the life of of Berlin's noblemen since the 16 th 1544 by Martin Luther, then continue to the beautiful Martin Luther at its end, we say a fond farewell to new century ( Day 2) Baroque city of Dresden. A 'Local Specialist' will friends and take our transfer to the airport. (B) join us for a sightseeing tour and a visit to the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche, where J.S Bach was the fi rst to play on the Silberman organ when the church MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP was originally built. Spend a free evening exploring the “Florence on the Elbe”. (B) Hotel: Pullman Newa/ * All prices are per person, twin share. The Westin Bellevue Airport transfers: On arrival to Berlin Tegel Airport transfers will operate at 10.30am 5 DRESDEN – LEIPZIG Enjoy a leisurely start to your and 1pm. Guests arriving later should make day in Dresden before continuing your journey to their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Frankfurt Leipzig. Here you'll meet a 'Local Specialist' for a tour Airport at 8am and 10am. of the city, home of the Leipzig Disputation. You'll visit Thomaskirche, the fi nal resting place of J.S. Bach, Gratuities : Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, US$97 per and where Luther preached his Whitsunday sermon person. in 1539. This evening you'll'Connect With Locals' Tap water is safe to drink for an exclusive 'Be My Guest' dinner. (B, BMG, ) Drinking Water: in all of the destinations on this trip. Please Hotel: Vienna House Easy remember to bring a water bottle. Trip code: RMLR 6 LEIPZIG – EISLEBEN – ERFURT (2 NIGHTS) Eisleben is so connected with Martin Luther that its off icial name TRAVEL DIRECTOR TIP is Lutherstadt Eisleben. We visit what was once his When in Berlin, check out the interlinked and 'Local Specialist' hometown this morning, joining a beautifully restored courtyards known as for a guided sightseeing tour which includes Hackesche Höfe. Each one features a Jugendstil (Art St. Andrew's Church, where Luther preached his last Nouveau) facade. It’s an urban mix in and around four sermons, and the Church of Saints Peter and Paul the courtyards with off ices and residences but also where he was baptised. You'll also visit Luther's Birth art galleries, cafés, restaurants, boutiques and even a small theatre in a former tavern! Discover a House, which has been the site of a public museum place in the heart of the city meaningful to Berliners for Lutheran pilgrims since the 17th century. Learn that you will certainly enjoy too. about the Reformer's close relationship with his Stéphane Langrené parents and gain insights into his upbringing before

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DAY 1 ARRIVE BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS) Give thanks to God in a city that embraces religious tolerance; a city that celebrates the Glory of God in some of the world's most inspiring churches. You'll have free DAYS OF DEVOTION time to explore Barcelona before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travel companions for a Welcome Reception and orientation of the city to kickstart your 1 2 D A Y S 3 COUNTRIES 1 6 M E A L S FROM US$2550 PP* journey. (WR) Hotel: AC by Marriott Som

2 BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Spend the morning exploring Barcelona in the company of your 'Local Specialist' . We 'Dive Into Culture' for an TRACE THE PATHS OF PILGRIMS TO SOME OF EUROPE'S MOST IMPORTANT AND SACRED RELIGIOUS CENTRES – A opportunity to see the fairy-tale façades of La Sa rada Família , stepping through its intricately carved doors SPIRITUAL JOURNEY TO LOURDES, SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA AND FÁTIMA, WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND MASS. and into the creative genius of Gaudí's mind. The soaring spires and exquisitely told Stories refl ected on its outside walls cannot prepare you for the beauty within. The rest of the day is yours to explore. You may consider joining an Optional Experience to Montserrat to see the shrine of the Black Madonna, aff ectionately known in Catalonia as 'La Moreneta', followed by an optional evening of twirling skirts, clapping and castanets at an evening Flamenco show. (B, )

3 BARCELONA – CARCASSONNE We journey north, across the Pyrenees and Cathar landscapes bound for the fortifi ed city of Carcassonne. Join a 'Local Specialist' to explore this ancient town. We'll view the Cité, said to have inspired Walt Disney for his Castle of Sleeping Beauty, and see the double-ring of ramparts and 52 towers. Dinner is at our hotel this evening. (B, D) Hotel: Mercure Porte de la Cité

4 CARCASSONNE – LOURDES (2 NIGHTS) A leisurely start to our day sees us journey west to Lourdes, the global centre of the Marian pilgrimage. Embark on an orientation tour with your Travel Director for a taste of what you can look forward to tomorrow. As the sun sets, join your fellow pilgrims as we 'Dive Into Culture' for the poignant Torchlight Procession, which has moved through the city's streets since 1858. Join believers all over the world in singing the Ave Maria of Lourdes – an unforgettable experience. (B, ) Hotel: Mercure Impérial

5 LOURDES SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME This morning, you'll have an opportunity to attend Sunday Mass. We then trace the story of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes, who witnessed the Marian apparitions of FRANCE the Immaculate Conception. A 'Local Specialist' will accompany you on a visit to St. Bernadette's Grotto, LOURDES CARCASSONNE the shrine and her birthplace. (B)

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA 2 1 6 LOURDES – BURGOS Our spiritual interlude with ◄ 2 ◄ France at its end, we pass through the Basque

1 ◄ ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Country and continue to Burgos, the historic capital of Castile. Meet your 'Local Specialist' for a sightseeing BURGOS • ATTEND MASS in Lourdes, Santiago de tour of its medieval centre, with the highlight being Compostela and Fátima PORTUGAL BARCELONA 2 a visit to the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Saint • CITY TOUR in Barcelona, Carcassonne, Mary of Burgos. Here you'll have time to admire the Lourdes, Burgos, Santiago de Compostela Gothic and Renaissance treasures inside and see the ◄ and tomb of El Cid, the celebrated Castilian nobleman and a national hero. Enjoy dinner tonight at a local • VISIT La Sagrada Família in Barcelona, the restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: NH Collection Palacio 2 FÁTIMA Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, Burgos Cathedral, St. James Cathedral in Santiago, 7 BURGOS – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA (2 NIGHTS) the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima and the 1 LISBON Follow in the footsteps of Saint James, crossing the Hieronymites Monastery in Lisbon Spanish ‘North' to Santiago de Compostela. Imagine • VIEW the Plaça de Catalunya in Barcelona, the thousands of pilgrims who have embarked on the medieval city walls of Carcassonne, the this spiritual path for centuries as you journey west Monument to Discoveries and the Belem through the rolling countryside. On arrival, your Tower in Lisbon Travel Director will provide a brief orientation of

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START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL REGIONAL STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE BARCELONA (2 NIGHTS) Give thanks to the city after which you'll have some time at leisure God in a city that embraces religious tolerance; a to explore on your own. This evening, you have YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER city that celebrates the Glory of God in some of the an opportunity to attend Pilgrim's Mass during world's most inspiring churches. You'll have free which you'll hear all the names of the pilgrims who time to explore Barcelona before meeting your Travel have been received in the city in the last day. (B) Price PP Price PP Director and fellow travel companions for a Welcome Hotel: Eurostars San Lázaro Start End Twin Start End Twin Reception and orientation of the city to kickstart your Barcelona Lisbon Share Barcelona Lisbon Share journey. (WR) Hotel: AC by Marriott Som 8 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA SIGHTSEEING AND WE 06 MAY SU 17 MAY 2550 WE 05 AUG SU 16 AUG 2575 FREE TIME Join a 'Local Specialist' this morning WE 20 MAY SU 31 MAY 2550 WE 26 AUG SU 06 SEP 2575 2 BARCELONA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Spend for a sightseeing tour which includes a visit to the WE 03 JUN SU 14 JUN 2550 WE 09 SEP SU 20 SEP 2595 the morning exploring Barcelona in the company of Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Reputed to WE 24 JUN SU 05 JUL 2550 WE 23 SEP SU 04 OCT 2595 your 'Local Specialist'. We 'Dive Into Culture' for an be the final resting place of the apostle James, this WE 08 JUL SU 19 JUL 2575 WE 07 OCT SU 18 OCT 2595 opportunity to see the fairy-tale façades of La Sa rada Romanesque medieval cathedral marks the end of the WE 21 OCT SU 01 NOV 2550 Família, stepping through its intricately carved doors Camino de Santiago. This afternoon, explore Santiago and into the creative genius of Gaudí's mind. The de Compostela at your leisure or consider joining Single Supplement (add to price above): US$720 PP soaring spires and exquisitely told Stories reflected an Optional Experience to the coastal centre of Rías on its outside walls cannot prepare you for the beauty Baixas. Enjoy dinner at our hotel this evening. (B, D) PAY EARLY SAVINGS within. The rest of the day is yours to explore. You may consider joining an Optional Experience to Montserrat 9 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA – FÁTIMA (2 NIGHTS) SAVE UP TO US$260 PP to see the shrine of the Black Madonna, affectionately We leave Spain behind and journey south to Portugal, known in Catalonia as 'La Moreneta', followed by to the Catholic pilgrimage site of Fátima. Walk the OTHER GREAT SAVINGS an optional evening of twirling skirts, clapping and path followed by millions of pilgrims to the shrine 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$250 castanets at an evening Flamenco show. (B, ) where three young shepherds famously saw the 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$65 apparition of the Virgin Mary. Your orientation tour 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$50 PP 3 BARCELONA – CARCASSONNE We journey north, will give you an overview of this religious centre. across the Pyrenees and Cathar landscapes bound This evening you'll join worshippers from all over the 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests for the fortified city of Carcassonne. Join a 'Local world at an evening Rosary. (B) Hotel: Fátima Specialist' to explore this ancient town. We'll view the Cité, said to have inspired Walt Disney for his Castle of 10 FÁTIMA FREE DAY We journey on the Fátima Tourist Sleeping Beauty, and see the double-ring of ramparts Train (tickets included) to the tiny village of Aljustrel, HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS and 52 towers. Dinner is at our hotel this evening. where the three shepherds once lived to see their humble home which stands to this day. Explore Here’s just a sample of the many special (B, D) Hotel: Mercure Porte de la Cité Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. Fatima at your leisure or consider joining an Optional Experience to Nazaré and Batalha, with its impressive 4 CARCASSONNE – LOURDES (2 NIGHTS) A leisurely CONNECT WITH LOCALS start to our day sees us journey west to Lourdes, the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória na Batalha built Meet Manuel at his family adega in th global centre of the Marian pilgrimage. Embark on in the 15 century to pay homage to the Portuguese Lisbon's Terras Vedras. You'll enjoy an orientation tour with your Travel Director for a victory at the Battle of Aljubarrota. (B) an exclusive 'Be My Guest' dinner taste of what you can look forward to tomorrow. As featuring a local delicacy for dessert, along with wine tasting in the winery the sun sets, join your fellow pilgrims as we 'Dive Into 11 FÁTIMA – LISBON A short journey this morning sees dating back to 1858. (Day 11) Culture' for the poignant Torchlight Procession, which us arrive in Lisbon. You'll meet a 'Local Specialist' has moved through the city's streets since 1858. Join who will accompany us on a drive through the lush DIVE INTO CULTURE believers all over the world in singing the Ave Maria avenues of the Portuguese capital, past the black and During a visit to Barcelona's La of Lourdes – an unforgettable experience. (B, ) white mosaic pavements, bound for Belém, a district Sagrada Família, you'll have time to admire Gaudí's fairy-tale architecture Hotel: Mercure Impérial on the River Tejo. You'll see the Monument to the Discoveries and the Belém Tower before embarking and creative genius. (Day 2) th 5 LOURDES SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME This on a visit to the exquisite 15 -century Hieronymite Join the poignant Torchlight morning, you'll have an opportunity to attend Sunday Monastery. After a day of sightseeing, we ‘Connect Procession in Lourdes, singing the Mass. We then trace the story of Saint Bernadette of With Locals' joining a Portuguese family for an Ave Maria with your fellow pilgrims. ( ) Lourdes, who witnessed the Marian apparitions of exclusive ‘Be My Guest' farewell dinner. (B, BMG, ) Day 4 the Immaculate Conception. A 'Local Specialist' will Hotel: Neya Lisboa accompany you on a visit to St. Bernadette's Grotto, the shrine and her birthplace. (B) 12 DEPART LISBON Say farewell to newfound friends after a memorable spiritual journey. Transfers are MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP available. Conditions apply. (B) 6 LOURDES – BURGOS Our spiritual interlude with * All prices are per person, twin share. France at its end, we pass through the Basque Airport Transfers: Transfers on arrival at Country and continue to Burgos, the historic capital of Barcelona Airport will operate at 9.30am, Castile. Meet your 'Local Specialist' for a sightseeing 12noon and 2.30pm. Guests arriving later tour of its medieval centre, with the highlight being should make their own way to the first a visit to the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Saint hotel. Return transfers from the last hotel Mary of Burgos. Here you'll have time to admire the will arrive at Lisbon airport at 7am and Gothic and Renaissance treasures inside and see the 9.30am. tomb of El Cid, the celebrated Castilian nobleman Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities and a national hero. Enjoy dinner tonight at a local for Travel Director and Driver, US$117 per restaurant. (B, RD) Hotel: NH Collection Palacio person. Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink 7 BURGOS – SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA (2 NIGHTS) in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle. Follow in the footsteps of Saint James, crossing the Spanish ‘North' to Santiago de Compostela. Imagine Trip code: RDOD the thousands of pilgrims who have embarked on this spiritual path for centuries as you journey west through the rolling countryside. On arrival, your Travel Director will provide a brief orientation of

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DAY 1 ARRIVE (4 NIGHTS) Our spiritual interlude with begins in the Eternal City. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for a day of rest, or take to the streets exploring the city at leisure before meeting your HOLY ITALIAN PILGRIMAGE Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception this evening. (WR) Hotel: Una

1 1 D A Y S 2 COUNTRIES 1 5 M E A L S FROM US$3195 PP* 2 ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Trace the history of Rome through the ages, beginning in Ancient Rome where you'll join a 'Local Specialist' for a sightseeing tour of the Colosseum. View the Circus Maximus, then travel to St. Peter's Square A PLACE OF PILGRIMAGE, PIETY AND MIRACLES – YOUR JOURNEY THROUGH ITALY WILL TAKE YOU TO THE , where you'll have some free time to explore, shop for mementos and even join a Mass in the if ASSISI, FLORENCE AND VENICE AS YOU DELVE INTO CENTURIES OF CATHOLIC HISTORY. you wish. Gather in St. Peter's Square at noon to hear the Angelus prayer and receive the Papal blessing (subject to his availability). Later, we'll visit St. Mary Major Basilica and St. Paul Outside the Walls, the burial site of St. Paul the Apostle. (B)

3 ROME 'Dive Into Culture' and gain priority access to the Vatican Museums this morning. Admire Michelangelo's magnifi cent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel when it is less crowded and visit St. Peter's Basilica to see Michelangelo's much- admired Pietà. Then join a 'Local Specialist' for a visit to the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran and see the Scala Sancta which have been declared Roman Catholic relics. These Holy Stairs are said to have been on the path that Jesus Christ walked on his way to trial during his Passion in Jerusalem, and were relocated by St. Helena to Rome in the 4th century. Today, the steps lead to the Sancta Sanctorum , the personal chapel of the early Popes. This evening you'll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B, RD, )

4 ROME – CASTEL GANDOLFO EXCURSION This morning we travel to Castel Gandolfo, the summer residence of His Holiness. Visit the 17 th -century Apostolic Palace, which has been opened as a museum by Pope Francis and walk in the footsteps of Popes throughout the centuries. Return to Rome where you will have the rest of the day to enjoy at your leisure. (B)

VENICE 5 ROME – CASCIA – ASSISI (2 NIGHTS) Embrace the s 2 ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS impossible when you visit the shrine of St. Rita in Padua Cascia and learn how she came to be known as the • ATTEND MASS in Rome, Assisi and ITALY ‘Saint of Impossible Causes'. Her body lies interred ▲ P a d u a . in a chapel inside the Basilica of St. Rita, which also th • VIP ADMISSION to the Vatican preserves a 14 -century Eucharistic Miracle. We Museums journey to Assisi next, where we'll visit the Basilica of Saint Mary of Angels. It was here that a young Francis 2 FLORENCE • CITY TOUR in Rome, Assisi, Siena, of Assisi renounced the world to live in poverty among Florence, Padua and Venice the poor and started the Franciscan movement. s

s Pisa s Cascia Enjoy two nights at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Siena 2 • VISIT the four major Papal , Stories' - a fully renovated Franciscan convent. Aft er the Scala Sancta (Holy Staircase) and the ASSISI a day of devotion, spend the evening with your new Colosseum in Rome, Castel Gandolfo, the friends enjoying dinner at your hotel. (B, D, ) ROME Shrine of St. Rita in Cascia, the Basilica of ▲ Hotel: Cenacolo St. Francis, the Basilica of St. Claire and the 4 Carceri Hermitage in Assisi, the Basilica

s Cateriniana in Siena, Santa Croce Cathedral 6 ASSISI SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME This morning Castel Gandolfo in Florence, the Basilica of St Anthony in join a Franciscan friar for a guided sightseeing tour of Padua and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice the Basilica of St. Francis. Aft er attending mass you'll have time for lunch on your own before meeting your • VIEW the ancient sites of Rome, the 'Local Specialist' for the aft ernoon. Visit the Basilica of Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Duomo and St. Claire and St. Damian Monastery where St. Francis Ponte Vecchio in Florence, St. Mark's began his religious journey, shedding his wealth and Square, the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge's embracing the spirit of poverty. You'll also visit the Palace in Venice Carceri Hermitage – a steep wooded sanctuary where the saint once came to pray and contemplate. (B) • SCENIC CRUISE by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

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START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE ROME (4 NIGHTS) Our spiritual interlude with 7 ASSISI – SIENA – PISA – FLORENCE (2 NIGHTS) Italy begins in the Eternal City. On arrival, transfer Continue to Siena where you'll meet a 'Local YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER to your hotel for a day of rest, or take to the streets Specialist' for a walking tour of the city. Stroll through exploring the city at leisure before meeting your the ancient streets to Piazza del Campo where the Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome colourful Palio horse race takes place every year. Then Price PP Price PP Reception this evening. visit the Basilica of San Domenico and learn about the (WR) Hotel: Una Start End Twin Start End Twin life of St. Catherine of Siena, one of the outstanding Rome Venice Share Rome Venice Share 2 ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Trace the figures of medieval Catholicism who had a strong SA 02 MAY TU 12 MAY 3295 history of Rome through the ages, beginning in influence on the history of the papacy. Continuing SA 16 MAY TU 26 MAY 3295 SA 29 AUG TU 08 SEP 3225 Ancient Rome where you'll join a 'Local Specialist' our journey to Florence, we stop in Pisa to see its SA 13 JUN TU 23 JUN 3295 SA 12 SEP TU 22 SEP 3295 for a sightseeing tour of the Colosseum. View the Square of Miracles and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. (B) SA 27 JUN TU 07 JUL 3295 SA 26 SEP TU 06 OCT 3295 Circus Maximus, then travel to St. Peter's Square Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo SA 11 JUL TU 21 JUL 3195 SA 10 OCT TU 20 OCT 3295 where you'll have some free time to explore, shop SA 25 JUL TU 04 AUG 3195 SA 24 OCT TU 03 NOV 3295 for mementos and even join a Mass in the Basilica if 8 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING There are few cities in the you wish. Gather in St. Peter's Square at noon to hear world with the artistic legacy that Florence enjoys Single Supplement (add to price above): US$540 PP the Angelus prayer and receive the Papal blessing and you'll have an opportunity to witness it first-hand 'Local Specialist' (subject to his availability). Later, we'll visit St. Mary when you join your for a walking PAY EARLY SAVINGS Major Basilica and St. Paul Outside the Walls, the tour which includes views of the Duomo, Piazza della burial site of St. Paul the Apostle. (B) Signoria and Ponte Vecchio. Visit Santa Croce, the SAVE UP TO US$330 PP main Franciscan church in Italy, then take some time 3 ROME 'Dive Into Culture' and gain priority access to shop for high-quality leather goods and 18-carat OTHER GREAT SAVINGS gold jewellery for which the city is famous. This to the Vatican Museums this morning. Admire 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$320 Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the evening you'll 'Connect with Locals' over a 'Be My 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$82 Sistine Chapel when it is less crowded and visit Guest' dinner in the Chianti countryside. (B, BMG, ) St. Peter's Basilica to see Michelangelo's much- 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$140 PP admired Pietà. Then join a 'Local Specialist' for a 9 FLORENCE – PADUA – VENICE (2 NIGHTS) Our 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests visit to the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran and see pilgrimage continues to Italy's Veneto region, where the Scala Sancta which have been declared Roman the medieval city of Padua is our next stop. Our visit Catholic relics. These Holy Stairs are said to have will include a guided tour of “il Santo”, the Basilica been on the path that Jesus Christ walked on his way of Saint Anthony of Padua, the patron saint of Lost HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS to trial during his Passion in Jerusalem, and were and Found. We'll enjoy a moving Mass in the basilica relocated by St. Helena to Rome in the 4th century. before continuing to Venice. (B) Hotel: Le Boulevard Here’s just a sample of the many special Today, the steps lead to the Sancta Sanctorum, the Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. personal chapel of the early Popes. This evening you'll 10 VENICE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME This morning, CONNECT WITH LOCALS enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B, RD, ) 'Dive Into Culture' we , admiring the extraordinary Eight generations of history with works of the master craftsmen on Giudecca Island plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a 4 ROME – CASTEL GANDOLFO EXCURSION This as they reveal centuries of glassblowing tradition. traditional 'Be My Guest' dinner with morning we travel to Castel Gandolfo, the summer Then cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square the Landi family at their home near residence of His Holiness. Visit the 17th-century where you'll join your 'Local Specialist' for a guided Florence, set within a garden of oak Apostolic Palace, which has been opened as a sightseeing tour including a visit to the Byzantine trees against the backdrop of Tuscan museum by Pope Francis and walk in the footsteps St. Mark's Basilica. You'll have a full afternoon to vineyards and olive groves. (Day 8) of Popes throughout the centuries. Return to Rome explore the labyrinthine calli of Venice on your STAYS WITH STORIES where you will have the rest of the day to enjoy at terms before joining your travel companions for a Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated your leisure. (B) memorable Farewell Dinner. (B, FD, ) old Franciscan convent in nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli. (Day 5) 5 ROME – CASCIA – ASSISI (2 NIGHTS) Embrace the 11 DEPART VENICE Your journey through Italy's most impossible when you visit the shrine of St. Rita in sacred and spiritual sites comes to an end. Airport DIVE INTO CULTURE Be inspired by the magnificence Cascia and learn how she came to be known as the transfers are available. Conditions apply. (B) of Michelangelo at the Vatican ‘Saint of Impossible Causes'. Her body lies interred Museums. (Day 3) in a chapel inside the Basilica of St. Rita, which also preserves a 14th-century Eucharistic Miracle. We Witness the exquisite craft of journey to Assisi next, where we'll visit the Basilica of glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a delicate tradition that generations of Saint Mary of Angels. It was here that a young Francis Venetian craftsmen have perfected of Assisi renounced the world to live in poverty among the poor and started the Franciscan movement. Enjoy two nights at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' - a fully renovated Franciscan convent. After a day of devotion, spend the evening with your new MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP friends enjoying dinner at your hotel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Cenacolo * All prices are per person, twin share. Airport transfers: On arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers will operate 6 ASSISI SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME This morning at 9.30am, 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests join a Franciscan friar for a guided sightseeing tour of arriving later should make their own way to the Basilica of St. Francis. After attending mass you'll the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel have time for lunch on your own before meeting your day will arrive at Venice Marco Polo Airport 'Local Specialist' for the afternoon. Visit the Basilica of at 8am and 9.30am. St. Claire and St. Damian Monastery where St. Francis Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities began his religious journey, shedding his wealth and for Travel Director and Driver, US$100 per embracing the spirit of poverty. You'll also visit the person. Carceri Hermitage – a steep wooded sanctuary where Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink the saint once came to pray and contemplate. (B) in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle. Trip code: RIFA

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DAY 1 ARRIVE (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Warsaw, where you'll begin your pilgrimage into Poland's religious past. Join your Travel Director and companions for a Welcome Reception to begin your PILGRIMAGE TO POLAND journey. (WR) Hotel: Mercure Centrum

2 WARSAW SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Embark on 8 D A Y S 1 COUNTRY 1 1 M E A L S FROM US$1825 PP* a sightseeing tour of the Old Town in the company of a 'Local Specialist' who will reveal how the city has reemerged following the devastation of WWII. See the Market Square and the , then visit the site of the Warsaw Ghetto. Ask for St. Faustina's powerful THE RESILIENCE OF POLAND IS REVEALED ON THIS EXPLORATION OF A LAND MARRED BY WAR, BUT RESTORED WITH intercession as you pray at the shine that bears her name, the centre of the Divine Mercy and St. Faustina ENVIABLE VERVE. THIS SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE WILL TAKE YOU TO THE BIRTHPLACE OF POPE JOHN PAUL II. Parish. Enjoy a free aft ernoon to explore the city on your terms. Consider a visit to the Wilanow Palace, a priceless testimony to the splendour of Poland's past, then treat yourself to a Chopin recital. (B)

3 WARSAW – NIEPOKALANOW – CZESTOCHOWA Journey to Niepolalanow to pay your respects to St. Maximilian Kolbe, founder of one of the largest Franciscan Monasteries. Your pilgrimage continues to Czestochowa, the spiritual capital of Poland and home of the Black Madonna. Later, you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and enjoy a guided tour of the Jasna Gora Monastery, followed by a moving Mass. Dinner this evening is at your hotel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Mercure Centrum

4 CZESTOCHOWA – WADOWICE – KRAKÓW (4 NIGHTS) We travel to Wadowice, best known as the birthplace of Karol Wojtyla who later became Pope John Paul II. Delve into the early life of the former Pope during a sightseeing tour of the city with a 'Local Specialist'. Then embark on a Small Group Sightseeing guided tour of the Holy Father John Paul II Family Home Museum, to gain further insights into his life and see some of his family's possessions. We continue to Kraków where we'll give thanks for God's Mercy at the Shrine of the Divine Mercy and tomb of St. Faustina. Dinner is at our hotel this evening. (B, D) Hotel: Qubus

5 KRAKÓW SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME A leisurely start to your day could see you join an Optional Experience to the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS oft en referred to as the Underground Salt Cathedral of Poland. Later, you'll embark on a walking tour of the • ATTEND MASS in Czestochowa medieval Old Town with a 'Local Specialist' and visit the Market Square with its Cloth Hall. Visit St. Mary's WARSAW • CITY TOUR in Warsaw, Wadowice, Kraków and Zakopane Basilica with its famous wooden altarpiece designed Niepokalanow◄ 2 by Wit Stwosz, then view Wawel Castle. Visit Wawel • SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING Cathedral and spend some time in prayer at the tomb guided tour in the family house of John Paul of St. Stanislaus, Patron Saint of Poland. The rest of II in Wadowice, with a group size of no more the day is free for you to explore. (B) than 25 guests. POLAND ◄ Complimentary Transfer 6 ZAKOPANE EXCURSION Venture to Zakopane with Transfer available • VISIT the site of the Warsaw Ghetto, the a 'Local Specialist' , once a favourite retreat of Pope back to Warsaw Franciscan Monastery in Niepokalanow, John Paul II. Today's highlights include the wooden the Jasna Góra Monastery in Czestochowa, ▲ Jaszczurowka Chapel and the Sanctuary of Our Lady the Basilica in Wadowice, the Shrine of the of Fatima. Ascend Gubalowka Mountain via cable car, CZESTOCHOWA 1 Divine Mercy, St. Mary's Basilica and Wawel and admire the sweeping views of the Tatras before Cathedral in Krakow, the Jaszczurówka some free time to shop for arts and craft s made by the Chapel and the Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima Goral highlanders. (B) in Zakopane and the Auschwitz-Birkenau Auschwitz ◄ Concentration Camp Memorial 7 AUSCHWITZ EXCURSION The tragic Stories of 4 KRAKÓW • VIEW the tomb of St Faustina in Krakow Auschwitz take centre stage today on your sombre and the cell of Maximilian Kolbe in Auschwitz visit to the former Polish concentration camp. Wadowice Return to Kraków and 'Connect With Locals' during • SEE spectacular scenery while you ascend an exclusive 'Be My Guest' Farewell Dinner at a Zakopane Gubałówka mountain from the cable car in Z a k o p a n e

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RPTP_Pilgrimage to Poland.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:24 START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING Jasna Gora Monastery YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE WARSAW (2 NIGHTS) Welcome to Warsaw, Benedictine Monastery, which overlooks the Wisła where you'll begin your pilgrimage into Poland's River. Counting your blessings after a life-changing YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER religious past. Join your Travel Director and spiritual journey, you'll have an opportunity to break companions for a Welcome Reception to begin your bread with the monks at a common table, sharing in a journey. (WR) Hotel: Mercure Centrum traditional feast and hearing Stories about their life in Price PP Price PP Tyniec Abbey. (B, BMG, ) Start End Twin Start End Twin 2 WARSAW SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Embark on Warsaw Krakow Share Warsaw Krakow Share SU 24 MAY SU 31 MAY 1825 a sightseeing tour of the Old Town in the company 8 DEPART KRAKÓW Say a fond do widzenia to your of a 'Local Specialist' who will reveal how the city has SU 30 AUG SU 06 SEP 1850 companions after a memorable pilgrimage. Airport SU 28 JUN SU 05 JUL 1825 reemerged following the devastation of WWII. See the transfers are available. Conditions apply. (B) SU 13 SEP SU 20 SEP 1850 Market Square and the Barbican, then visit the site SU 26 JUL SU 02 AUG 1825 SU 27 SEP SU 04 OCT 1850 Your coach returns to Warsaw from of the Warsaw Ghetto. Ask for St. Faustina's powerful Please Note: Kraków on Day 8. You are welcome to use this Single Supplement (add to price above): US$430 PP intercession as you pray at the shine that bears her complimentary transfer. Drop-off in Warsaw will be name, the centre of the Divine Mercy and St. Faustina at the Trafalgar Warsaw hotel and not at the airport. Parish. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city on PAY EARLY SAVINGS Arrival will be at approximately 2pm, depending on your terms. Consider a visit to the Wilanow Palace, a traffic conditions. SAVE UP TO US$185 PP priceless testimony to the splendour of Poland's past, then treat yourself to a Chopin recital. (B) OTHER GREAT SAVINGS 3 WARSAW – NIEPOKALANOW – CZESTOCHOWA 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$180 Journey to Niepolalanow to pay your respects to 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$46 St. Maximilian Kolbe, founder of one of the largest 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP Franciscan Monasteries. Your pilgrimage continues to Czestochowa, the spiritual capital of Poland and 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests home of the Black Madonna. Later, you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and enjoy a guided tour of the Jasna Gora Monastery, followed by a moving Mass. Dinner this evening is at your hotel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Mercure HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS Centrum Here’s just a sample of the many special Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. 4 CZESTOCHOWA – WADOWICE – KRAKÓW (4 NIGHTS) We travel to Wadowice, best known as the birthplace CONNECT WITH LOCALS of Karol Wojtyla who later became Pope John Paul At Tyniec Abbey, in a Benedictine II. Delve into the early life of the former Pope during Monastery overlooking the Wisła a sightseeing tour of the city with a 'Local Specialist'. River, at a traditional 'Be My Guest' Then embark on a Small Group Sightseeing guided dinner as you sit at a common table in the cloister and share a Monk's Feast. tour of the Holy Father John Paul II Family Home TRAVEL DIRECTOR TIP (Day 7) Museum, to gain further insights into his life and Polish citizens travel to Czestochowa to pay see some of his family's possessions. We continue tribute to the miraculous Black Madonna. DIVE INTO CULTURE XXXXXXX to Kraków where we'll give thanks for God's Mercy However, after this spiritual feast, they seek out a Attend a moving Mass at Jasna Gora at the Shrine of the Divine Mercy and tomb of more earthly encounter: Kremowka Papieska. It Monastery. (Day 3) was Pope John Paul’s favourite cream cake in his St. Faustina. Dinner is at our hotel this evening. (B, D) hometown. Treat yourself in one of many cafés or Hotel: Qubus restaurants around the shrine. Kate Poloczanska-Komar 5 KRAKÓW SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME A leisurely MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP start to your day could see you join an Optional * All prices are per person, twin share. Experience to the UNESCO-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, Airport transfers: On arrival at Warsaw often referred to as the Underground Salt Cathedral of Airport transfers will operate at 10.30am, Poland. Later, you'll embark on a walking tour of the 12.30pm and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later medieval Old Town with a 'Local Specialist' and visit should make their own way to the hotel. the Market Square with its Cloth Hall. Visit St. Mary's Return transfers on the last travel day will Basilica with its famous wooden altarpiece designed arrive at Kraków Airport at 5am and 9am. by Wit Stwosz, then view Wawel Castle. Visit Wawel Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities Cathedral and spend some time in prayer at the tomb for Travel Director and Driver, US$78 per of St. Stanislaus, Patron Saint of Poland. The rest of person. the day is free for you to explore. (B) Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please 6 ZAKOPANE EXCURSION Venture to Zakopane with remember to bring a water bottle. a 'Local Specialist', once a favourite retreat of Pope Trip code: RPTP John Paul II. Today's highlights include the wooden Jaszczurowka Chapel and the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima. Ascend Gubalowka Mountain via cable car, and admire the sweeping views of the Tatras before some free time to shop for arts and crafts made by the Goral highlanders. (B)

7 AUSCHWITZ EXCURSION The tragic Stories of Auschwitz take centre stage today on your sombre visit to the former Polish concentration camp. Return to Kraków and'Connect With Locals' during an exclusive 'Be My Guest' Farewell Dinner at a

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DAY 1 ARRIVE The cradle of western civilisation beckons, with centuries of beliefs, rituals and mythology waiting to be explored. You'll have the day on your own before meeting your Travel Director and STEPS OF ST. PAUL travelling companions for a Welcome Reception at your hotel. (WR) Hotel: Crowne Plaza/Divani Palace Acropolis 7 D A Y S 1 COUNTRY 1 0 M E A L S FROM US$1995 PP* 2 ATHENS – VERGINA – THESSALONIKI (2 NIGHTS) Departing Athens this morning, we will ‘Connect With Locals' over lunch during an exclusive 'Be My Guest' experience. Then delve into the origins of the TREAD IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ST. PAUL AS YOU ENCOUNTER THE PLACES THE APOSTLE LIVED, PREACHED THE GOSPEL Macedonian nation when you visit the site of ancient Aigai, the fi rst capital of Macedon and the city where AND WROTE PROFOUNDLY AND PROLIFICALLY ABOUT JESUS' SELFLESS SACRIFICE OF LOVE. Alexander the Great was proclaimed king. Explore the royal tombs and remains of the royal palace at the archaeological museum of Vergina, an extraordinary journey back to a time of ancient dynasties and expanding empires. Leaving the incredible archaeological fi nds behind, we travel east towards Thessaloniki, where we'll arrive later this evening. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: City

3 THESSALONIKI – KAVALA EXCURSION Admire the Byzantine art around every turn as you embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Thessaloniki with a 'Local Specialist'. Enjoy a visit to the UNESCO-listed Church of Saint Demetrius, dedicated to the patron saint of Thessaloniki. Our journey continues to Kavala, where St. Paul and St. Silas were imprisoned aft er St. Paul's fi rst sermon in Europe as it is known today. Visit what remains of Philippi, which was created as a smaller version of Rome, complete with its forum, theatre and market square. Learn how the city became the centre of Christian faith and pilgrimage following the visit of St. Paul and see the remains of Christian basilicas and the octagonal church which stand as a testament to the early establishment of Christianity. We return to Thessaloniki this evening. (B)

Kavala 4 THESSALONIKI – VERIA – METEORA – KALAMBAKA

THESSALONIKI ◄ Making our way from Thessaloniki to Kalambaka, we tread in the footsteps of St. Paul during our stop 2 in Veria. Here we'll see his Tribune (Bema), where Vergina he preached Christianity. Then continue to Meteora, Veria

◄ where we'll have an opportunity to visit two of the Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively Meteora to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the 1 town. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B, D)

KALAMBAKA Hotel: Amalia

◄ 5 KALAMBAKA – DELPHI – ATHENS (2 NIGHTS) Begin your return journey to Athens this morning, driving a GREECE ◄ scenic route south to Delphi. Here you will follow the path once taken by the ancient Greeks to consult with

Delphi TURKEY ◄ the most important oracle in the classical world. Join your 'Local Specialist' and walk the Sacred Way to the ATHENS

4 th -century Temple of Apollo. Then visit the Delphi 2 ◄ Corinth 1 Archaeological Museum, featuring rare treasures Kusadasi ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS CRUISE from the Mycenean period to the early Byzantine era. • CITY TOUR in Thessaloniki and Athens There's time for lunch on your own in Delphi before you continue to the Greek capital, where you'll stay Patmos • ORIENTATION of Kavala Mykonos two nights. (B)

OPTIONAL EXTENSION • VISIT the Royal Tombs Museum in Vergina, 3-Day Cruise Extension the St. Demetrius Church in Thessaloniki, 6 CORINTH EXCURSION – ATHENS SIGHTSEEING ◄ the Archaeological Site of Philippi near Journey to Corinth, once home to the fi rst Christian CRUISE Kavala, the rock monasteries in Meteroa, the communities. In his letters, Paul provides us with Santorini ancient ruins in Corinth and the Acropolis excellent insights into what life was like for the

in Athens Corinthian community who were the recipients of ◄ two Epistles. You'll have an opportunity to explore • VIEW Mount Olympus, the marble its ancient sites and visit the Archaeological Museum Panathenaic Stadium in Athens and the of Ancient Corinth before crossing the mighty C o r i n t h C a n a l Corinth Canal on your return journey to Athens. This Crete Heraklion

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START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE ATHENS The cradle of western civilisation afternoon, embark on a guided sightseeing tour beckons, with centuries of beliefs, rituals and and journey into antiquity. Your 'Local Specialist' YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER mythology waiting to be explored. You'll have the day will reveal an ancient world as you ‘Dive Into Culture' on your own before meeting your Travel Director and and explore Mars Hill and the Acropolis. Admire the travelling companions for a Welcome Reception at Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, view the Price PP Price PP Royal Palace and see the Temple of Zeus, Hadrian's your hotel. (WR) Hotel: Crowne Plaza/Divani Palace Start End Twin Start End Twin Acropolis Arch and the Agora, once the haunt of Socrates Athens Athens Share Athens Athens Share and Plato. After a full day of sightseeing, you'll join SA 16 MAY FR 22 MAY 2025 SA 11 JUL FR 17 JUL 2025 30 MAY 05 JUN 2025 25 JUL 31 JUL 1995 2 ATHENS – VERGINA – THESSALONIKI (2 NIGHTS) your new friends for a memorable Farewell Dinner. SA FR SA FR Departing Athens this morning, we will ‘Connect (B, FD, ) SA 13 JUN FR 19 JUN 2025 SA 19 SEP FR 25 SEP 2025 With Locals' over lunch during an exclusive 'Be My SA 27 JUN FR 03 JUL 2025 Guest' experience. Then delve into the origins of the 7 DEPART ATHENS We say a fond farewell to our SA 03 OCT FR 09 OCT 2025 Macedonian nation when you visit the site of ancient newfound friends and Greece after an unforgettable Single Supplement (add to price above): US$420 PP Aigai, the first capital of Macedon and the city where journey. Airport transfers are available. Conditions Alexander the Great was proclaimed king. Explore the apply. (B) royal tombs and remains of the royal palace at the GREAT SAVINGS archaeological museum of Vergina, an extraordinary 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$200 journey back to a time of ancient dynasties 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$51 and expanding empires. Leaving the incredible OPTIONAL 3-DAY CRUISE Triple Share Savings archaeological finds behind, we travel east towards EXTENSION 3. SAVE UP TO US$30 PP Thessaloniki, where we'll arrive later this evening. On the final day of your trip why not join a 3-day 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests (B, BMG, ) Hotel: City Aegean Cruise aboard a Celestyal Cruise ship?

3 THESSALONIKI – KAVALA EXCURSION Admire the 7 Cruise to the Byzantine art around every turn as you embark on a EMBARK CRUISE – MYKONOS HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS pretty island of Mykonos, where we will have guided sightseeing tour of Thessaloniki with a 'Local an evening stroll through its cobblestone Here’s just a sample of the many special Specialist'. Enjoy a visit to the UNESCO-listed Church Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. lanes. of Saint Demetrius, dedicated to the patron saint of (B, L, D) Thessaloniki. Our journey continues to Kavala, where CONNECT WITH LOCALS 8 St. Paul and St. Silas were imprisoned after St. Paul's KUSADASI – PATMOS We arrive on the Lunch on a farm near Larissa where first sermon in Europe as it is known today. Visit what Turkish shores of Kusadasi this morning and you'll enjoy an exclusive 'Be My Guest' remains of Philippi, which was created as a smaller embark on an included Shore Experience featuring some of the herbs that are grown on the farm and used to make version of Rome, complete with its forum, theatre and to ancient Ephesus. Stroll through the ruins herb-based products. (Day 2) market square. Learn how the city became the centre of the ancient Greek city of Ephesus, past of Christian faith and pilgrimage following the visit of the amazingly intact façade of the Library DIVE INTO CULTURE St. Paul and see the remains of Christian basilicas and of Celcus and down to what was once its Visit the Corinth Archaeological the octagonal church which stand as a testament to thriving port. See the House of Virgin Mary at Museum containing remarkable the early establishment of Christianity. We return to Mt. Koressos, then spend the rest of the day antiquities giving visitors an insight into the lives of ancient Corinthians Thessaloniki this evening. (B) at leisure. We board our ship and continue to Patmos, the site where the Book of Revelation (Day 6) was written by St. John. Here you will see the 4 THESSALONIKI – VERIA – METEORA – KALAMBAKA Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and Making our way from Thessaloniki to Kalambaka, the Cave of the Apocalypse, where St. John we tread in the footsteps of St. Paul during our stop the Apostle is said to have received the in Veria. Here we'll see his Tribune (Bema), where MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP visions he recorded in the Book of Revelation. he preached Christianity. Then continue to Meteora, * All prices are per person, twin share. where we'll have an opportunity to visit two of the (B, L, D) Shared Rooming: Room Share is not Eastern Orthodox monasteries that cling impressively 9 available on this trip. to immense, rounded rock towers overlooking the HERAKLION – SANTORINI We arrive in Airport transfers: Complimentary town. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Heraklion this morning to explore Crete's Minoan culture and heritage at the Palace transfers will be available for guests who Hotel: Amalia have provided Trafalgar with their flight of Knossos. We sail to the Cycladic island of details and are staying in an Athens hotel Santorini, with its enchanting cliff-top towns 5 KALAMBAKA – DELPHI – ATHENS (2 NIGHTS) Begin booked by Trafalgar. next. Arriving after lunch, you'll have an your return journey to Athens this morning, driving a Trip code: RSSPA opportunity to join an Optional Experience to scenic route south to Delphi. Here you will follow the Fira and the sun-kissed clifftop village of Oia. path once taken by the ancient Greeks to consult with the most important oracle in the classical world. Join (B, L, D) your 'Local Specialist' and walk the Sacred Way to the 10 4th-century Temple of Apollo. Then visit the Delphi DISEMBARK – DEPART ATHENS This morning, Archaeological Museum, featuring rare treasures disembark from your cruise ship for your from the Mycenean period to the early Byzantine era. transfer to the airport. (B) There's time for lunch on your own in Delphi before From US$1292 per person twin share. you continue to the Greek capital, where you'll stay From US$300 per person single supplement. two nights. (B) Price based on twin share Moderate A (IA) cabin category. Other cabin categories are 6 CORINTH EXCURSION – ATHENS SIGHTSEEING available to purchase, see trafalgar.com Journey to Corinth, once home to the first Christian Port Taxes: Prices are inclusive of port communities. In his letters, Paul provides us with taxes, tips, drink packages and are accurate excellent insights into what life was like for the as of May 2019. Up-to-date pricing can be Corinthian community who were the recipients of found at trafalgar.com two Epistles. You'll have an opportunity to explore Flights: Onward flights from Athens airport its ancient sites and visit the Archaeological Museum should not be scheduled before 12 noon. of Ancient Corinth before crossing the mighty Trip code: RSPM/M1/M2/S/L/P Corinth Canal on your return journey to Athens. This

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DAY 1 ARRIVE TEL AVIV Welcome to the modern, cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a LAND OF THE GODS Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Dan Panorama

2 TEL AVIV – JAFFA – CAESAREA – MEGIDDO – 1 3 D A Y S 2 COUNTRIES 2 5 M E A L S FROM US$4050 PP* MUHRAQA – SEA OF GALILEE (2 NIGHTS) Your day begins at the old port of Jaff a, where Jonah set sail before he was swallowed by a whale. Continue to Caesarea, an ancient port built by Herod the Great in the 1st century BC. Admire what remains of Herod's A BIBLICAL ENCOUNTER AWAITS ON THIS EPIC JOURNEY THAT WILL SEE YOU VISIT THE OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM, grandiose building works, then travel to Meggido, where it is said the Battle of Armageddon will take BETHLEHEM'S CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY AND THE "ROSE RED" CITY OF PETRA. place. Your fi nal stop today is Muhraqa on Mount Carmel where a 17th -century monastery marks the place where the prophet confronted the prophets of Baal. (B, D) Hotel: Nof Ginosar

3 SEA OF GALILEE – CAPERNAUM – TABGHA – MOUNT OF BEATITUDES – SEA OF GALILEE Sail on the Sea of Galilee and visit the Jesus Boat before continuing to Capernaum to visit the 2nd -century synagogue. Stop at Tabgha to see the site where Jesus fed the fi ve thousand with only fi ve loaves of bread and two fi sh. Then, visit the Church of Multiplication with its 4th -century mosaic fl oor. Proceed to the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount. Return to your hotel later, stopping en route at Yardenit, the Baptismal site. (B, D)

4 SEA OF GALILEE – NAZARETH – CANA – BEIT SHE'AN – JERUSALEM (4 NIGHTS) Head for Cana, and see where Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding feast. Our next stop today is the Church of the Annunciation, whose cupola overlooks the cave in which Archangel Gabriel appeared to Mary to share the blessing that she would conceive and give birth to the Son of God. View Gideon's Spring, where Gideon Mount of Beatitudes tested his army so he could decide who would join him in battle against the Midianites. Then visit Beit 2 SEA OF GALILEE She'an, one of the world's best-preserved Roman Muhraqa Nazareth cities. Drive to Jerusalem later. (B, D) Hotel: Dan Megiddo 5 OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM Walk in the footsteps of Beit Sheʼan Caesarea Jerash the prophets, disciples and kings as you embark West River on a walking tour of Jerusalem's Old Town. Ascend ▲ Bank Jordan the Mount of Olives, then stroll through the Garden

▲ Allenby Bridge ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS of Gethsemane. Our guide leads us into the Jewish 1 Quarter, where we view the Western Wall with its Jaffa ▲ 2 1 AMMAN TEL AVIV Bethany Beyond • ORIENTATION in Roman city of Bet prayer notes, and the Dome of the Rock located on The Jordan

She'an, Jerusalem and Amman Temple Mount. Connect with the city's ancient past ▲ Mt. Nebo and walk the Station of the Cross to the Church of the JERUSALJERUSALEMEM 4 Jericho ▲ Madaba • VISIT the archaeological zone of Caesarea, Holy Sepulchre. (B, D) the Church of the Multiplication in Tabgha, Bethlehem

Dead the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre in Sea ▲ 6 JERUSALEM – EIN KAREM – ISRAEL MUSEUM – Masada Jerusalem, the Church of the Visitation and BETHLEHEM – JERUSALEM Drive to Ein Karem to Gaza the Israel Museum in Ein Karem, the Church visit the Church of the Visitation. Next, you'll proceed ▲ of the Nativity in Bethlehem, take a cable to the Israel Museum to see the Dead Sea Scrolls and car to the Fortress of Masada, discover the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the 3rd -century ruins of Jerash, the Roman the second Temple period. Journey to Bethlehem, ISRAEL amphitheatre in Amman, Mount Nebo, the birthplace of Jesus and King David, where you'll St. George's Church in Madaba, Shobak meet a 'Local Specialist' for a visit to the Church of the Crusader Castle and Petra Shobak Nativity, built over the cave thought to be the spot where Jesus was born. (B, D) JORDAN • SEE the wedding Church in Cana, the oldest city in the world Jericho and the Qumran

caves 7 JERUSALEM – JERICHO – MASADA – THE DEAD SEA – JERUSALEM We drive to Jericho, traversing PETRA 2 • SCENIC CRUISE on the Sea of Galilee the Judean wilderness. Imagine the roar of trumpets before admiring the Jesus Boat and triumphant shouts that led Joshua's army to victory. See the Qumran Caves, where the Dead Sea • SCENIC DRIVE on a jeep tour in the Wadi Scrolls were discovered, then continue to the striking Wadi Rum Rum desert cliff -top fortress of Masada. Ride by cable car to the

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START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL REGIONAL STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE TEL AVIV Welcome to the modern, ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans. Explore the excavations of cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv. On arrival, you will YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, Herod's Palace with some free time later today to float meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a in the Dead Sea. (B, D) Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Dan Panorama Price PP Price PP

8 JERUSALEM – ALLENBY BRIDGE – AMMAN Start End Twin Start End Twin 2 TEL AVIV – JAFFA – CAESAREA – MEGIDDO – (2 NIGHTS) After breakfast, transfer to Allenby Bridge Tel Aviv Amman Share Tel Aviv Amman Share MUHRAQA – SEA OF GALILEE (2 NIGHTS) Your day where you'll cross the border to Jordan and meet your SU 03 MAY FR 15 MAY 4195 SU 02 AUG FR 14 AUG 4250 begins at the old port of Jaffa, where Jonah set sail Jordanian Travel Director who will accompany you for SU 17 MAY FR 29 MAY 4195 SU 23 AUG FR 04 SEP 4375 SU 31 MAY FR 12 JUN 4150 before he was swallowed by a whale. Continue to the rest of the trip. Visit the Bethany Beyond Jordan SU 06 SEP FR 18 SEP 4150 Caesarea, an ancient port built by Herod the Great in Lutheran Church, the site of Jesus' baptism before SU 21 JUN FR 03 JUL 4050 SU 20 SEP FR 02 OCT 4150 the 1st century BC. Admire what remains of Herod's continuing to the white stone city of Amman. (B, D) SU 05 JUL FR 17 JUL 4050 SU 11 OCT FR 23 OCT 4195 grandiose building works, then travel to Meggido, Hotel: Landmark SU 25 OCT FR 06 NOV 4195 where it is said the Battle of Armageddon will take Single Supplement (add to price above): US$1520 PP place. Your final stop today is Muhraqa on Mount 9 AMMAN – IRAQ AL AMIR – JERASH – AMMAN This Carmel where a 17th-century monastery marks morning, we embark on a city tour of Amman. the place where the prophet Elijah confronted the Our next stop is at Iraq Al Amir where we'll'Make a GREAT SAVINGS prophets of Baal. (B, D) Hotel: Nof Ginosar Dierence' at the Iraq Al Amir Women's Association 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$410 and learn first-hand how they make soap from olive 2. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests 3 SEA OF GALILEE – CAPERNAUM – TABGHA – MOUNT oil and craft greeting cards and notebooks from OF BEATITUDES – SEA OF GALILEE Sail on the Sea recycled paper. Try your hand at making your own of Galilee and visit the Jesus Boat before continuing before enjoying a meal prepared by the women. to Capernaum to visit the 2nd-century synagogue. We continue to the ancient city of Jerash, before Stop at Tabgha to see the site where Jesus fed the returning to the seven hills of Amman. This evening, HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS five thousand with only five loaves of bread and two we 'Connect With Locals' and enjoy a traditional 'Be My Here’s just a sample of the many special fish. Then, visit the Church of Multiplication with its Guest' dinner with a Jordanian family in their home. Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. 4th-century mosaic floor. Proceed to the Mount of (B, L, BMG, , ) Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered his Sermon on the CONNECT WITH LOCALS 'Be My Guest' Mount. Return to your hotel later, stopping en route at 10 AMMAN – MOUNT NEBO – MADABA – SHOBAK Enjoy a traditional dinner with a Jordanian family in Yardenit, the Baptismal site. (B, D) CASTLE – PETRA We follow the King's Highway their home. (Day 9) this morning, bound for Petra. We'll visit Mount 4 SEA OF GALILEE – NAZARETH – CANA – BEIT Nebo, the place where is buried and see the STAYS WITH STORIES SHE'AN – JERUSALEM (4 NIGHTS) Head for Cana, Madaba Mosaic Map that covers the floor of the Greek Built on and around an ancient village and see where Jesus turned water into wine at a Orthodox Church of St. George before ascending called Taybeh, the Hyatt Zaman wedding feast. Our next stop today is the Church of to the Crusader Shobak Castle. We arrive in Petra reveals insights into the way of life the Annunciation, whose cupola overlooks the cave later where we'll spend the next two nights at one of in a 19th century rural Jordanian in which Archangel Gabriel appeared to Mary to share Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories', built in and around a village. (Day 10) the blessing that she would conceive and give birth to 19th-century Jordanian village. (B, D, ) Hotel: Hyatt the Son of God. View Gideon's Spring, where Gideon Zaman MAKE A DIFFERENCE tested his army so he could decide who would join Visit the Iraq Al Amir Women's Centre him in battle against the Midianites. Then visit Beit 11 PETRA SIGHTSEEING The rose-red façades of Petra and learn how they create soap from She'an, one of the world's best-preserved Roman beckon today as we enjoy a full day to explore one olive oil and greeting cards from cities. Drive to Jerusalem later. (B, D) Hotel: Dan of the Seven Wonders of the World. Carved into the recycled paper, followed by lunch prepared by the women. (Day 9) sheer rock face over 2,000 years ago by Nabataeans, 5 OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM Walk in the footsteps of Petra was an important link in the Silk Road trade the prophets, disciples and kings as you embark route. Enter the city through the Siq, a narrow on a walking tour of Jerusalem's Old Town. Ascend flanked on either side by cliffs soaring 80 metres. the Mount of Olives, then stroll through the Garden Emerge from the path and see the magnificent MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP of Gethsemane. Our guide leads us into the Jewish 40-metre façade of the Treasury. Later, we join a * All prices are per person, twin share. Quarter, where we view the Western Wall with its Bedouin tribe for dinner in their camp near Little prayer notes, and the Dome of the Rock located on Airport transfers: Complimentary Petra. (B, RD) transfers will be available for guests who Temple Mount. Connect with the city's ancient past have provided Trafalgar with their flight and walk the Station of the Cross to the Church of the 12 PETRA – WADI RUM – AMMAN This morning, we details and are staying at a hotel booked by Holy Sepulchre. (B, D) journey through desert landscapes to Wadi Rum. Trafalgar. Embark on a jeep tour through the desert, then return Shared Rooming: Room Share and Triple 6 JERUSALEM – EIN KAREM – ISRAEL MUSEUM – to Amman for your final night in Jordan, enjoying a Rooms are not available on this trip. BETHLEHEM – JERUSALEM Drive to Ein Karem to Farewell Dinner with your travel companions. As the Transport: Smaller coaches without toilet visit the Church of the Visitation. Next, you'll proceed sun sets on this magical city, listen to the mystical call facilities are used on this trip. to the Israel Museum to see the Dead Sea Scrolls and of the muezzin and reminisce over an enchanting trip Visas are the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during Important Visa Information: into antiquity. (B, FD) Hotel: Landmark required for this trip. Please contact your the second Temple period. Journey to Bethlehem, Travel Agent when making your reservation the birthplace of Jesus and King David, where you'll 13 DEPART AMMAN Your spiritual journey through two to assess your requirements. meet a 'Local Specialist' for a visit to the Church of the holy lands comes to an end this morning. Transfers to Departure Tax: Israeli departure tax, Nativity, built over the cave thought to be the spot Amman airport are available, conditions apply. (B) payable by cash or credit card at the border, where Jesus was born. (B, D) is not included in the cost of this trip. Trip code: RLOG 7 JERUSALEM – JERICHO – MASADA – THE DEAD SEA – JERUSALEM We drive to Jericho, traversing the Judean wilderness. Imagine the roar of trumpets and triumphant shouts that led Joshua's army to victory. See the Qumran Caves, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, then continue to the striking cliff-top fortress of Masada. Ride by cable car to the

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DAY 1 ARRIVE SHANNON – GALWAY Europe's Capital of Culture extends a warm welcome as you prepare to discover a land where religious beliefs run deep in the hearts and minds of the locals. You'll enjoy an SACRED IRELAND orientation of Galway with your Travel Director before paying a visit to the Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St. Nicholas, built in the mid-20th 9 D A Y S 1 COUNTRY 1 2 M E A L S FROM US$2350 PP* century. This evening, you'll join your Travel Director and companions at a Welcome Reception to begin your trip. (WR) Hotel: Maldron Oranmore

2 GALWAY – WESTPORT 'Dive Into Culture' and IRELAND'S SOUL-STIRRING NATURAL BEAUTY PROVIDES THE PERFECT BACKDROP FOR AN ENGAGING ENCOUNTER celebrate nature and the cycle of life when you visit the award-winning Celtic gardens at Brigit's Garden WITH THE ISLAND'S CENTURIES-OLD RELIGIOUS HERITAGE, REVEALED IN , ANCIENT TOWNS AND THE LUSH set within woodlands and wildfl ower meadows in GREEN COUNTRYSIDE. Rosscahill. Join a weaving workshop and create your own Brigit's Cross. Leave your tranquil surrounds behind and continue to Kylemore Abbey, a magnifi cent castle-like structure built as a family home and transformed into a Benedictine monastery. See its magnifi cent Victorian Walled Garden before continuing to Westport. En route, we'll stop at Croagh Patrick Visitor Centre to see the statue of St. Patrick at the foot of the ‘Holy Mountain'. This evening, we'll dine at our hotel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Westport

3 WESTPORT – KNOCK Meet your 'Local Specialist' this morning for a walking tour during which you'll learn about the town's heritage – from its settlement 5,000 years ago to modern times. Next enjoy a Small Group Sightseeing guided tour of Ballintubber Abbey, the only church in Ireland founded by an Irish king that is still in use. Then continue to the pilgrimage town of Knock to view the Marian Shrine where villagers witnessed an Apparition of Our Lady in 1878. This evening you will have an opportunity to experience Mass at the Parish Church. (B) Hotel: McWilliam Park

4 KNOCK – CO. KERRY (2 NIGHTS) Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way provides a beautiful backdrop for our visit to Poulnabrone Dolmen, one of the country's most iconic archaeological and oldest megalithic monuments. Learn what lies below these mystical stones before a memorable encounter with the Cliff s of Moher, which plunge dramatically into the Atlantic Ocean. We 'Connect With Locals' and join Oonagh to forage for ingredients that will be used to create our 'Be My Guest' lunch at Barrtra Seafood restaurant. Cross the Shannon Estuary next, keeping a keen ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS eye out for dolphins as the Tarbert Ferry makes the brief crossing between Counties Clare and Kerry.

KNOCK • ATTEND MASS in Knock (B, BMG, ) Hotel: The Rose ▼ 1 WESTPORT IRELAND • CITY TOUR in Waterford and 5 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Ireland's soul-stirring Croagh Patrick 1 Ballintubber • SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING of Ring of Kerry takes centre stage today as we embark Abbey DUBLIN Brigit's Celtic Garden and Ballintubber on a scenic drive past its mountains, lakes and lush Kylemore Abbey

▼ 2 Abbey green countryside – unquestionably one of the most ▼ scenic routes in Ireland. We'll see Daniel O'Connell's Rosscahill 1 • ORIENTATION in Galway and Waterford Cahirciveen, the fi shing village of Waterville, Moll's GALWAY Gap and Black Valley, whose remoteness saw it • VISIT Galway Cathedral of Our Lady become the last area in Ireland to receive electricity. Glendalough Assumed into Heaven and St. Nicholas, (B)

Cliffs Of Moher Kylemore Abbey, Croagh's Patrick Visitor ▼ Centre, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Blarney 6 CO. KERRY – BLARNEY CASTLE – YOUGHAL – FERRY Castle, Glendalough Monastic City, Trinity SHANNON WATERFORD Your fi rst stop today is a memorable WATERFORD College, St. Patrick's Cathedral and visit to Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and acquire

CO. KERRY 1 Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin ▼ the 'gift of the gab'. Now, it's on to the seaport town of 2 • VIEW the Victorian Walled Garden in Youghal, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh. Later this Galway, the statue of St. Patrick in Westport, aft ernoon, you'll arrive in Waterford, once a thriving Ring of Kerry the Marian Shrine in Knock, the Cliff s of Viking settlement and your home for the night. (B) Blarney Moher and the Book of Kells in Dublin Hotel: Marina

• SCENIC DRIVE of the Ring of Kerry

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START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE SHANNON – GALWAY Europe's Capital of 7 WATERFORD – GLENDALOUGH – DUBLIN (2 NIGHTS) Culture extends a warm welcome as you prepare to We journey to the peaceful 6th-century monastic ruins YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER discover a land where religious beliefs run deep in at Glendalough which survived repeated Norman the hearts and minds of the locals. You'll enjoy an attacks over the centuries. Arriving in Dublin later orientation of Galway with your Travel Director before today, you'll embark on a sightseeing tour of the Irish Price PP Price PP paying a visit to the Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed capital. Walk the cobbled courtyard of Trinity College Start End Twin Start End Twin into Heaven and St. Nicholas, built in the mid-20th to see the Book of Kells, before enjoying a spiritual Shannon Dublin Share Shannon Dublin Share century. This evening, you'll join your Travel Director encounter, as many have for over 1,500 years, in SU 17 MAY MO 25 MAY 2350 SU 26 JUL MO 03 AUG 2425 and companions at a Welcome Reception to begin St. Patrick's Cathedral, the largest church in Ireland. SU 31 MAY MO 08 JUN 2375 SU 23 AUG MO 31 AUG 2425 your trip. (WR) Hotel: Maldron Oranmore (B) Hotel: Clayton Leopardstown SU 14 JUN MO 22 JUN 2375 SU 28 JUN MO 06 JUL 2425 SU 06 SEP MO 14 SEP 2375 2 GALWAY – WESTPORT 'Dive Into Culture' and 8 DUBLIN Join an informative and poignant tour with a SU 20 SEP MO 28 SEP 2375 celebrate nature and the cycle of life when you visit 'Local Specialist' at Glasnevin Trust this morning. Our Single Supplement (add to price above): US$510 PP the award-winning Celtic gardens at Brigit's Garden visit will 'Make a Dierence' to its efforts to preserve set within woodlands and wildflower meadows in Irish history and we'll hear Stories about some of the Rosscahill. Join a weaving workshop and create country's bravest characters. Enjoy the rest of the PAY EARLY SAVINGS your own Brigit's Cross. Leave your tranquil afternoon at leisure. Our pilgrimage nearing its end, SAVE UP TO US$243 PP surrounds behind and continue to Kylemore Abbey, we join our Travel Director and fellow travellers for a a magnificent castle-like structure built as a family memorable Farewell Dinner. (B, FD, ) OTHER GREAT SAVINGS home and transformed into a Benedictine monastery. See its magnificent Victorian Walled Garden before 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$230 9 DEPART DUBLIN Say farewell to new friends and take continuing to Westport. En route, we'll stop at Croagh Multi Trip Savings a transfer to the airport for your onward journey. (B) 2. SAVE UP TO US$61 Patrick Visitor Centre to see the statue of St. Patrick 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP at the foot of the ‘Holy Mountain'. This evening, we'll (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests dine at our hotel. (B, D, ) Hotel: Westport 4. VIT MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP 3 WESTPORT – KNOCK Meet your 'Local Specialist' this morning for a walking tour during which you'll learn * All prices are per person, twin share. HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS about the town's heritage – from its settlement 5,000 Airport transfers: On arrival at Shannon Airport, years ago to modern times. Next enjoy a Small Group transfers will operate at 8am and 12.30pm. Guests Here’s just a sample of the many special Sightseeing guided tour of Ballintubber Abbey, the arriving later should make their own way to the Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. only church in Ireland founded by an Irish king that hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will is still in use. Then continue to the pilgrimage town arrive at Dublin Airport at 7am, 9am and 11am. CONNECT WITH LOCALS of Knock to view the Marian Shrine where villagers Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Go foraging with Oonagh and enjoy witnessed an Apparition of Our Lady in 1878. This Director and Driver, US$88 per person. the fruits of what you've found at a 'Be My Guest' lunch at the O'Brien's evening you will have an opportunity to experience Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of homely Barrtra Seafood restaurant Mass at the Parish Church. the destinations on this trip. Please remember to (B) Hotel: McWilliam Park overlooking beautiful Liscannor Bay. bring a water bottle. (Day 4) 4 KNOCK – CO. KERRY (2 NIGHTS) Ireland's Wild Trip code: RIRF Atlantic Way provides a beautiful backdrop for our DIVE INTO CULTURE Visit Brigit's Garden and learn about visit to Poulnabrone Dolmen, one of the country's Celtic heritage and mythology amidst most iconic archaeological and oldest megalithic the surrounding woodlands and monuments. Learn what lies below these mystical wildflower meadows. Weave your stones before a memorable encounter with the Cliffs own Brigit's Cross. (Day 2) of Moher, which plunge dramatically into the Atlantic Ocean. We 'Connect With Locals' and join Oonagh to forage for ingredients that will be used to create our MAKE A DIFFERENCE 'Be My Guest' lunch at Barrtra Seafood restaurant. Visit the Glasnevin Cemetery Museum Cross the Shannon Estuary next, keeping a keen in Dublin, where you'll learn about eye out for dolphins as the Tarbert Ferry makes the the cemetery's importance to Irish brief crossing between Counties Clare and Kerry. history and how your visit helps to fund the cemetery's preservation. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: The Rose (Day 8)

5 RING OF KERRY EXCURSION Ireland's soul-stirring Ring of Kerry takes centre stage today as we embark on a scenic drive past its mountains, lakes and lush green countryside – unquestionably one of the most scenic routes in Ireland. We'll see Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, Moll's TRAVEL DIRECTOR TIP Gap and Black Valley, whose remoteness saw it The ancient monastic site of Glendalough, home become the last area in Ireland to receive electricity. of Saint Kevin, offers an intriguing legend. It is said (B) that if you stand next to St. Kevin’s Cross and can wrap your arms around the entire width of the 6 CO. KERRY – BLARNEY CASTLE – YOUGHAL – cross body and close the circle by touching your fingertips, you will have your wishes granted. Be Your first stop today is a memorable WATERFORD sure to try your luck! visit to Blarney Castle to kiss the stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab'. Now, it's on to the seaport town of Deanne Monaghan Youghal, once home to Sir Walter Raleigh. Later this afternoon, you'll arrive in Waterford, once a thriving Viking settlement and your home for the night. (B) Hotel: Marina

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DAY 1 ARRIVE (6 NIGHTS) Delve into the highlights of Britain’s Christian heritage on this spiritual journey which begins in its capital, London. From medieval legends to the English Reformation, SPIRITUAL ENGLAND you’ll criss-cross the British capital visiting celebrated churches and delving into important religious events that have shaped the island over the centuries. 7 D A Y S 1 COUNTRY 9 M E A L S FROM US$2395 PP* This evening, you’ll join your Travel Director and companions at a Welcome Reception to begin your trip. (WR) Hotel: Clayton City

2 LONDON SIGHTSEEING Ease into London’s energetic ENGLAND'S ICONIC CATHEDRALS AND THE ANCIENT SITE OF STONEHENGE FEATURE ON THIS SPIRITUAL ENCOUNTER pace, before embarking on an included half-day sightseeing tour with your Travel Director which WITH A LAND WHOSE RELIGIOUS HERITAGE GAVE RISE TO SUCH DENOMINATIONS AS METHODISM AND ANGLICANISM. features Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. See the stately Changing of the Guard before your sightseeing tour fi nishes in central London. Celebrate the tradition of Christian worship and welcome when you join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a tour of Westminster Abbey, the fi nal resting place of 17 monarchs. Tread in the footsteps of those kings and queens, who have been crowned and married within its ornate Gothic façades since the 11th century. (B)

3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Journey to 18th -century London on a Small Group Sightseeing guided visit to John Wesley’s elegant Georgian home which he built himself in the 18th century. Here you’ll learn about the history of the Methodist faith and see where preachers, their families and servants once sought refuge. Spend the morning learning about his life as the leader of the protestant movement and visit his prayer room and grave. This aft ernoon you’ll have time to explore London on your own. Consider a visit to the British Museum to see a myriad of artefacts associated with Abraham, Esther, Daniel and Paul. (B)

4 STONEHENGE AND SALISBURY EXCURSION W e make our way to the ancient circle at Stonehenge, the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe and site where pagans once worshipped. See how the sarsens and bluestones are arranged curiously in a concentric pattern – its mysteries and purpose still undiscovered in modern times. Leaving the monoliths behind, we continue to Salisbury where we’ll join a Chaplain for a guided tour of the medieval masterpiece that is Salisbury Cathedral. Delve into over seven centuries of spiritual devotion as you explore its Gothic façades then spend a quiet moment in prayer. You’ll have an opportunity to see the 13th -century Magna Carta, which inspired movements for freedom in Britain and around the world. Returning to London, you’ll ‘Connect With Locals’ over an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ dinner with a local family. (B, BMG, )

5 CANTERBURY EXCURSION The Mother Church of the worldwide Anglican Communion extends a warm welcome this morning. You’ll embark on a guided ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS tour of the Canterbury Cathedral, which is also the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury. In the spirit of • CITY TOUR in London Benedictine hospitality, you will be welcomed warmly ENGLAND as a friend to share the beauty of one of the great • SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING enjoy holy places of Christendom. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and a guided visit to The Museum of Methodism enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes presentation LONDON & John Wesley's House, with a group size of revealing the intricate work done by the Stained Glass no more than 25 guests 6 Canterbury Studio, established as early as the 1830s to preserve • VISIT Westminster Abbey and St Paul's the Cathedral’s exquisite stained glass. Return to ▼ Stonehenge Cathedral in London, Stonehenge, Salisbury London this aft ernoon where you’ll enjoy an evening

▼ Cathedral and Canterbury Cathedral at leisure. (B, )

• VIEW the Elizabeth Tower and Big Ben, the Salisbury Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace in London and the Magna Carta in Salisbury

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RBFA_Spiritual England.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:25 YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL CITY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE LONDON (6 NIGHTS) Delve into the 6 LONDON AT LEISURE Join a ‘Local Specialist’ this highlights of Britain’s Christian heritage on this morning for a guided tour of St. Paul’s Cathedral, YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER spiritual journey which begins in its capital, London. designed by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire. From medieval legends to the English Reformation, Standing at the highest point in the City, St. Paul’s you’ll criss-cross the British capital visiting celebrated Cathedral was built for a fourth time after this tragic Price PP Price PP churches and delving into important religious events event and following Henry VIII’s decision to take Start End Twin Start End Twin that have shaped the island over the centuries. control of the life of the Church of England. Learn all London London Share London London Share This evening, you’ll join your Travel Director and about its history and how it came to be dedicated TH 21 MAY WE 27 MAY 2395 TH 30 JUL WE 05 AUG 2395 companions at a Welcome Reception to begin your to Paul the Apostle. You’ll have the rest of the day to TH 04 JUN WE 10 JUN 2395 TH 27 AUG WE 02 SEP 2395 trip. (WR) Hotel: Clayton City explore more of London on your terms. Consider a TH 18 JUN WE 24 JUN 2395 visit to Westminster Cathedral, the largest Catholic TH 10 SEP WE 16 SEP 2395 2 LONDON SIGHTSEEING Ease into London’s energetic Church in London, or the Victoria and Albert Museum, TH 02 JUL WE 08 JUL 2395 pace, before embarking on an included half-day which offers a wide and varied collection of Christian Single Supplement (add to price above): US$670 PP sightseeing tour with your Travel Director which objects, dating from the to today. Our features Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and last night in London together sees us toast to an Buckingham Palace. See the stately Changing of the incredible journey at our Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) PAY EARLY SAVINGS Guard before your sightseeing tour finishes in central SAVE UP TO US$240 PP London. Celebrate the tradition of Christian worship 7 DEPART LONDON Your spiritual encounter with and welcome when you join a ‘Local Specialist’ for a the important religious sites across London and OTHER GREAT SAVINGS tour of Westminster Abbey, the final resting place of 17 surrounds has sadly come to an end. Bid your fellow monarchs. Tread in the footsteps of those kings and travellers Godspeed and prepare for your onward 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$230 queens, who have been crowned and married within its journey. Airport transfers are available. Conditions 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$60 ornate Gothic façades since the 11th century. (B) apply. (B) 3. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests

3 LONDON SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Journey to 18th-century London on a Small Group Sightseeing guided visit to John Wesley’s elegant Georgian home HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS which he built himself in the 18th century. Here you’ll learn about the history of the Methodist faith and see Here’s just a sample of the many special where preachers, their families and servants once Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. sought refuge. Spend the morning learning about his life as the leader of the protestant movement and CONNECT WITH LOCALS Enjoy a hearty 'Be My Guest' dinner visit his prayer room and grave. This afternoon you’ll with a local family featuring have time to explore London on your own. Consider a traditional English cooking and visit to the British Museum to see a myriad of artefacts stories of what it's like living in one of associated with Abraham, Esther, Daniel and Paul. (B) the world's greatest cities. (Day 4) DIVE INTO CULTURE 4 STONEHENGE AND SALISBURY EXCURSION We Enjoy a behind-the-scenes make our way to the ancient circle at Stonehenge, the presentation revealing the intricate best-known prehistoric monument in Europe and site work done by the Stained Glass where pagans once worshipped. See how the sarsens Studio to preserve Canterbury and bluestones are arranged curiously in a concentric Cathedral's exquisite stained glass. pattern – its mysteries and purpose still undiscovered (Day 5) in modern times. Leaving the monoliths behind, we continue to Salisbury where we’ll join a Chaplain for TRAVEL DIRECTOR TIP a guided tour of the medieval masterpiece that is Salisbury Cathedral. Delve into over seven centuries Fudge making is an English tradition that was popularised during the times of food rationing. MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP of spiritual devotion as you explore its Gothic façades It was a clever and tasty way to combine butter * All prices are per person, twin share. then spend a quiet moment in prayer. You’ll have and sugar. Roly’s Fudge Pantry, located just down an opportunity to see the 13th-century Magna Carta, from Salisbury Cathedral, still uses their original Shared Rooming: Triple rooms are not which inspired movements for freedom in Britain recipe and makes a convenient stop to stock up on available on this trip. the essential travel companion of energy! and around the world. Returning to London, you’ll London Airport Transfers: Transfers are ‘Connect With Locals’ over an exclusive ‘Be My Guest’ Jacqueline Green available to purchase. Conditions apply. dinner with a local family. (B, BMG, ) Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, US$67 per 5 CANTERBURY EXCURSION The Mother Church of person. the worldwide Anglican Communion extends a warm Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink welcome this morning. You’ll embark on a guided in all of the destinations on this trip. Please tour of the Canterbury Cathedral, which is also the remember to bring a water bottle. seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury. In the spirit of Trip code: RBFA Benedictine hospitality, you will be welcomed warmly as a friend to share the beauty of one of the great holy places of Christendom. ‘Dive Into Culture’ and enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes presentation revealing the intricate work done by the Stained Glass Studio, established as early as the 1830s to preserve the Cathedral’s exquisite stained glass. Return to London this afternoon where you’ll enjoy an evening at leisure. (B, )

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DAY 1 ARRIVE ROME (3 NIGHTS) You're in for a bellissimo journey to the spectacular capitals of Italy and a Bavarian village that kept its 17th -century covenant with God. Upon arrival in Rome, spend the day at GREAT ITALIAN CITIES WITH leisure before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception, followed by a short walk this evening to see the timeless Roman OBERAMMERGAU Colosseum and the ancient centre of Rome - the Forum. (WR) Hotel: Grand Palatino

2 ROME AND CASTEL GANDOLFO SIGHTSEEING We 1 3 D A Y S 4 COUNTRIES 1 9 M E A L S FROM US$4525 PP* embark on a very special'Dive Into Culture' sightseeing tour with our 'Local Specialist' at the Vatican this morning. Skip the queue and wander through its museums, Sistine Chapel and Gardens, admiring the artistry of great masters and walking in the footsteps WITNESS THE GLORY AND GRACE OF GOD AS YOU EXPLORE SOME OF THE MOST IMPORTANT CHRISTIAN SITES IN THE of popes who have found peace within its beautiful WORLD AND WATCH THE POIGNANT PERFORMANCE OF CHRIST'S LIFE AND DEATH IN OBERAMMERGAU. green landscapes for centuries. We'll enjoy a rare opportunity to board a train within the Vatican Walls bound for the Pontifi cal Villas of Castel Gandolfo, the Pope's Summer Residence. Here, we'll embark on a tour through its beautifully manicured green heart before enjoying an included lunch against the backdrop of this enchanting setting. (B, L, )

3 ROME AT LEISURE The narrow lanes and expansive piazze of Rome are yours to explore today. Consider an Optional Experience delving into the remarkable history of Ostia Antica. (B)

4 ROME – ASSISI – FLORENCE (3 NIGHTS) This morning meet with your 'Local Specialist' to visit St. Peter's Basilica. Then we journey north to the birthplace of St. Francis of Assisi where your 'Local Specialist' will take you to the Basilica of St Francis, the fi nal resting place of this famous saint. See Giotto's enchanting frescoes before your journey continues through the scenic Tuscan countryside to Florence. (B) Hotel: Ambasciatori

5 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE Enjoy a

MUNICH leisurely encounter with the artistic and architectural

GERMANY marvels of Florence during your sightseeing tour ◄ with a 'Local Specialist' . Visit the striking Piazza della Signoria, see the multi-coloured marble Duomo and 2 OBERAMMERGAU ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Baptistery, then stroll over Ponte Vecchio. Spend the rest of the aft ernoon at leisure or perhaps join an 1 AUSTRIA • PREMIUM TICKETS for the Passion Play Optional Experience to San Gimignano. (B) in Oberammergau 6 FLORENCE – EXCURSION TO PISA Cross the fertile • VIP ADMISSION to the Vatican Arno Valley to Pisa and join a 'Local Specialist' to ◄ Museums visit the Square of Miracles, home to the incredible • CITY TOUR in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Leaning Tower and beautifully sculpted marble Bologna and Venice Cathedral. 'Connect With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' th VENICE 3 dinner, joining Count Miari Fulcis on his 15 -century • SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING organic olive oil estate which has featured in many

ITALY guided walking tour of 'Secret Venice' to the ◄ famous fi lms. (B, BMG, ) Rialto food market, with a group size of no Bologna more than 25 guests

7 FLORENCE – BOLOGNA – VENICE (3 NIGHTS) ◄ • ORIENTATION of Pisa and Innsbruck Travel north to the medieval city of Bologna. Your sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist' includes • VISIT the Sistine Chapel and Castle 3 FLORENCE views of the Kissing Towers which lean towards each Gandolfo in Rome and the Basilica of other, seemingly poised to embrace. Then it's off to Pisa ◄ St. Francis in Assisi the romantic island city of Venice for an evening at leisure. (B) Hotel: Principe Assisi • VIEW Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and 'Dive Into St. Mark's Basilica in Venice 8 VENICE CANAL CRUISE AND ORIENTATION Culture' and gain insights into the delicate Venetian • SEE the Colosseum and the ancient sites art of glassblowing on Giudecca Island. Then, savour ROME 3 of Rome the iconic and unexpected highlights of Venice as you cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square • SCENIC CRUISE by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

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IGICF_Great Italian Cities with Oberammergau.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:27 START END OVERNIGHT SIGHTSEEING YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL AT LEISURE STYLE DAY 1 ARRIVE ROME (3 NIGHTS) You're in for a bellissimo to admire the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian churches, journey to the spectacular capitals of Italy and a Customs House, St. Mark's Basilica and the ornate YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER Bavarian village that kept its 17th-century covenant Doge's Palace. (B, ) with God. Upon arrival in Rome, spend the day at leisure before joining your fellow travellers and Travel 9 SECRET VENICE WALKING TOUR AND VISIT TO THE PRICE GUARANTEE Director for a Welcome Reception, followed by a RIALTO FOOD MARKET Take a leisurely stroll from our short walk this evening to see the timeless Roman hotel along the canals to the famous Rialto Bridge On all Oberammergau trips Colosseum and the ancient centre of Rome - the with a 'Local Specialist'. Enjoy a guided Small Group Price PP Price PP Forum. (WR) Hotel: Grand Palatino Sightseeing walking tour, which will bring all the Start End Twin Start End Twin flavours of Italy to life at a centuries-old food market. Rome Share Rome Munich Share 2 ROME AND CASTEL GANDOLFO SIGHTSEEING We Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers. FR 08 MAY WE 20 MAY 4575 FR 17 JUL WE 29 JUL 4525 15 MAY 27 MAY 4575 24 JUL 05 AUG 4525 embark on a very special'Dive Into Culture' sightseeing (B, RD) FR WE FR WE FR 22 MAY WE 03 JUN 4575 FR 31 JUL WE 12 AUG 4525 tour with our 'Local Specialist' at the Vatican this FR 29 MAY WE 10 JUN 4575 morning. Skip the queue and wander through its 10 VENICE – INNSBRUCK This morning, say arrivederci FR 07 AUG WE 19 AUG 4525 05 JUN 17 JUN 4575 21 AUG 02 SEP 4525 museums, Sistine Chapel and Gardens, admiring the to Italy as you cross the Brenner Pass into the Austrian FR WE FR WE FR 12 JUN WE 24 JUN 4575 FR 28 AUG WE 09 SEP 4575 artistry of great masters and walking in the footsteps Tirol. Arriving in Innsbruck we see the Golden Roof. FR 19 JUN WE 01 JUL 4575 of popes who have found peace within its beautiful (B) Hotel: Grauer Bär FR 26 JUN WE 08 JUL 4575 FR 04 SEP WE 16 SEP 4575 green landscapes for centuries. We'll enjoy a rare FR 11 SEP WE 23 SEP 4575 FR 03 JUL WE 15 JUL 4525 FR 18 SEP WE 30 SEP 4575 opportunity to board a train within the Vatican Walls 11 INNSBRUCK – OBERAMMERGAU (2 NIGHTS) After FR 10 JUL WE 22 JUL 4525 bound for the Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo, a leisurely start to your day, explore Innsbruck on Single Supplement (add to price above): US$1320 PP the Pope's Summer Residence. Here, we'll embark your terms. Later, travel to the Bavarian town of on a tour through its beautifully manicured green Oberammergau where devout villagers perform their Your price includes an amount of US$1060 for the heart before enjoying an included lunch against the once-in-a-decade Passion Play. This evening, dine at momentous Passion Play in Oberammergau. backdrop of this enchanting setting. (B, L, ) your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: See ‘More About Your Trip’ GREAT SAVINGS 3 ROME AT LEISURE The narrow lanes and expansive 12 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$340 piazze of Rome are yours to explore today. Consider Witness a Trip Highlight and a display of enduring 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$88 an Optional Experience delving into the remarkable faith – a performance that has given thanks to God's history of Ostia Antica. (B) grace every ten years since 1634, when the villagers 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP of Oberammergau pleaded to God to spare them 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests 4 ROME – ASSISI – FLORENCE (3 NIGHTS) This from the ravages of the plague. Take your premium morning meet with your 'Local Specialist' to visit seats for this poignant performance depicting the life St. Peter's Basilica. Then we journey north to the and death of Jesus Christ. Dine at a local restaurant birthplace of St. Francis of Assisi where your 'Local this evening, before returning to your seat for the HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS Specialist' will take you to the Basilica of St Francis, captivating second half of this performance as night Here’s just a sample of the many special the final resting place of this famous saint. See falls. (B, RD) Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. Giotto's enchanting frescoes before your journey continues through the scenic Tuscan countryside to 13 OBERAMMERGAU – DEPART MUNICH Say farewell to CONNECT WITH LOCALS Florence. (B) Hotel: Ambasciatori your fellow travellers at the end of a spiritual journey. Enjoy a local Tuscan 'Be My Guest' Transfers are available to Munich Airport. Conditions dinner with Count Miari Fulcis on his 5 FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE Enjoy a apply. (B) 15th-century organic olive oil estate in leisurely encounter with the artistic and architectural the Tuscan hills, used as a location for marvels of Florence during your sightseeing tour many famous films like ‘Room with a with a 'Local Specialist'. Visit the striking Piazza della MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP View' and ‘Tea with Mussolini'. (Day 6) Signoria, see the multi-coloured marble Duomo and * All prices are per person, twin share. DIVE INTO CULTURE Baptistery, then stroll over Ponte Vecchio. Spend the Be inspired by the magnificence of Oberammergau Accommodation: Trafalgar Michelangelo at The Vatican Museums rest of the afternoon at leisure or perhaps join an has secured hotel accommodation either in and enjoy an exclusive visit up the Optional Experience to San Gimignano. (B) Oberammergau or close by in the picturesque spiral staircase designed by the villages of the Bavarian Alps. Please note that famous architect Donato Bramante in 6 FLORENCE – EXCURSION TO PISA Cross the fertile single and triple rooms are not available for the a part of the Vatican not open to the 'Local Specialist' Oberammergau stay. Solo travellers and triple Arno Valley to Pisa and join a to public. (Day 2) visit the Square of Miracles, home to the incredible share guests will be matched and accommodated Leaning Tower and beautifully sculpted marble in a twin room with a fellow solo Trafalgar Witness the exquisite craft of traveller, of the same gender, for the duration of Cathedral. 'Connect With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' glassblowing on Giudecca Island, a the stay. delicate tradition that generations of dinner, joining Count Miari Fulcis on his 15th-century On arrival at Rome Fiumicino Venetian craftsmen have perfected organic olive oil estate which has featured in many Airport Transfers: Airport transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12.30pm over the centuries. (Day 8) famous films. (B, BMG, ) and 3.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on 7 FLORENCE – BOLOGNA – VENICE (3 NIGHTS) the last travel day will arrive at Munich Airport at 9.30am. Travel north to the medieval city of Bologna. Your OBERAMMERGAU sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist' includes Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of views of the Kissing Towers which lean towards each the destinations on this trip. Please remember to Since 1634, the tiny picturesque Bavarian other, seemingly poised to embrace. Then it's off to bring a water bottle. village of Oberammergau has performed the romantic island city of Venice for an evening at Trip code: IGICF the Passion Play every ten years. This leisure. (B) Hotel: Principe tragic and deeply moving chronicle depicts the Passion of Christ at the time of the crucifixion. The cast comprises 8 VENICE CANAL CRUISE AND ORIENTATION 'Dive Into local villagers exclusively and equals any Culture' and gain insights into the delicate Venetian ALTERNATIVE TRIP professional production in both sheer art of glassblowing on Giudecca Island. Then, savour spectacle and emotion; attracting visitors the iconic and unexpected highlights of Venice as Check out our similar 'Jewels of Italy with from around the world. It is an experience you cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square Oberammergau' trip. With fewer inclusions on that will exceed every expectation. our Costsaver itineraries, you decide what you want to experience. Visit costsavertour.com

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DAY 1 ARRIVE MUNICH (2 NIGHTS) Willkommen in Munich, where you'll launch your lyrical At Leisure sojourn through the Sound of Music and spiritual interlude in Oberammergau. Join your Travel Director and fellow SOUND OF MUSIC WITH travellers for a memorable Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Holiday Inn Leuchtenbergring OBERAMMERGAU 2 MUNICH ORIENTATION AND AT LEISURE Embark on a morning orientation tour past some of the city's most renowned sites, including the Opera House, Ludwigstrasse, the Hofbräuhaus and Marienplatz. 9 D A Y S 2 COUNTRIES 1 4 M E A L S FROM US$3195 PP* Spend the rest of the day and evening at leisure. Consider an Optional Experience to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the fi rst of the Nazi camps established in Germany. (B)

JOIN THE VON TRAPPS ON A LYRICAL ADVENTURE THAT WILL MAKE YOUR HEART SING, FROM MUNICH'S MEDIEVAL 3 MUNICH – NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE – SPLENDOUR AND THE ROMANCE OF 'S ‘SOUND OF MUSIC' TO OBERAMMERGAU'S POIGNANT PASSION PLAY. OBERAMMERGAU (2 NIGHTS) Journey to shy King Ludwig II's Neuschwanstein Castle, then continue to Bavaria and the faithful village of Oberammergau. Here, locals have performed the Passion Play every decade since 1634 to fulfi l their vow aft er the village was spared from the grip of the plague. Dine in your hotel this evening. (B, D) Hotel: See ‘More About Your Trip’

4 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Celebrate God's grace and give thanks as the Oberammergau villagers do in their dramatic depiction of the life and death of Jesus Christ. Take your premium seats for a poignant aft ernoon spent watching the Passion Play, witnessing fi rst-hand the covenant that was made with God in the 17th century. Dine at a local restaurant this evening before taking your seat for the captivating second half of this performance as night falls. (B, RD)

5 OBERAMMERGAU – BERCHTESGADEN – SALZBURG Continue to the foot of the Alps and visit the National Park of Berchtesgaden featuring soul-stirring mountain views. This evening, arrive in Salzburg. (B, D) Hotel: Mercure City

6 SALZBURG SIGHTSEEING – VILLACH Join your 'Local Specialist' for a tour of the city's iconic highlights including Getreidegasse, the Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart's birthplace and many of the locations used in the fi lm ‘The Sound of Music'. This aft ernoon travel to Villach where we will 'Connect With Locals' and enjoy a Carinthian 'Be My Guest' dinner with the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood in the Monastery of Kloster Wernberg. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Post

7 VILLACH – PIBER STUD FARM – – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) 'Dive Into Culture' during a visit to the Lipizzaner Stud farm at Piber and gain insights into GERMANY the breeding of the Spanish Riding School's athletic white stallions. Later, stop in the town of Graz en VIENNA route to Vienna. (B, ) Hotel: Imperial Riding MUNICH ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS 2 School Renaissance 2

SALZBURG • PREMIUM TICKETS for the Passion Play ▲ in Oberammergau 8 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE Enjoy an 1 ▲ exclusive guided visit of the Habsburg royal collection AUSTRIA • CITY TOUR in Salzburg and Vienna ▲ of art at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, prior to Neuschwanstein 2 Berchtesgaden admission of the general public, 'Dive Into Culture' and

OBERAMMERGAU • ORIENTATION of Munich, ▲ Oberammergau, Villach and Graz visit the Kunstkammer during this private insider visit. Later, your 'Local Specialist' will show you the city's Piber • VISIT Neuschwanstein Castle, the alpine major landmarks and palaces during your included Graz resort of Berchtesgaden, fi lm locations sightseeing tour. The magic continues with a walking of 'The Sound of Music' in Salzburg, the tour through the oldest parts of the city near ‘Am Hof'. 1 VILLACH Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD, ) • VIEW Mozart's Birthplace in Salzburg

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CSOMF_Sound of Music with Oberammergau.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:29 YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL REGIONAL 2020 DEPARTURES STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE MUNICH (2 NIGHTS) Willkommen in Munich, 9 DEPART VIENNA We say a fond farewell to newfound where you'll launch your lyrical At Leisure sojourn friends and the beauty of Vienna at the end of an YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER through the Sound of Music and spiritual interlude in unforgettable At Leisure experience. Airport transfers Oberammergau. Join your Travel Director and fellow are available. Conditions apply. (B) travellers for a memorable Welcome Reception. (WR) PRICE GUARANTEE Hotel: Holiday Inn Leuchtenbergring On all Oberammergau trips

2 MUNICH ORIENTATION AND AT LEISURE Embark MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP Price PP Price PP on a morning orientation tour past some of the city's * All prices are per person, twin share. Start End Twin Start End Twin most renowned sites, including the Opera House, Munich Vienna Share Munich Vienna Share Oberammergau Accommodation: Trafalgar Ludwigstrasse, the Hofbräuhaus and Marienplatz. SA 16 MAY SU 24 MAY 3225 SA 25 JUL SU 02 AUG 3195 has secured hotel accommodation either in 23 MAY 31 MAY 3225 Spend the rest of the day and evening at leisure. SA SU Oberammergau or close by in the picturesque SA 30 MAY SU 07 JUN 3225 SA 01 AUG SU 09 AUG 3195 Consider an Optional Experience to the Dachau villages of the Bavarian Alps. Please note that SA 08 AUG SU 16 AUG 3195 Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the first of the single and triple rooms are not available for the SA 06 JUN SU 14 JUN 3225 SA 15 AUG SU 23 AUG 3195 Nazi camps established in Germany. (B) Oberammergau stay. Solo travellers and triple SA 13 JUN SU 21 JUN 3225 SA 22 AUG SU 30 AUG 3225 share guests will be matched and accommodated SA 20 JUN SU 28 JUN 3225 SA 29 AUG SU 06 SEP 3225 SA 27 JUN SU 05 JUL 3225 in a twin room with a fellow solo Trafalgar 3 MUNICH – NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE – SA 05 SEP SU 13 SEP 3225 traveller, of the same gender, for the duration of OBERAMMERGAU (2 NIGHTS) Journey to shy King SA 04 JUL SU 12 JUL 3195 SA 12 SEP SU 20 SEP 3225 the stay. SA 11 JUL SU 19 JUL 3195 SA 19 SEP SU 27 SEP 3225 Ludwig II's Neuschwanstein Castle, then continue to On arrival at Munich Airport SA 18 JUL SU 26 JUL 3195 SA 26 SEP SU 04 OCT 3225 Bavaria and the faithful village of Oberammergau. Airport transfers: transfers will operate at 10am and 1pm. Guests Single Supplement (add to price above): US$370 PP Here, locals have performed the Passion Play every arriving later should make their own way to the decade since 1634 to fulfil their vow after the village hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will Your price includes an amount of US$620 for the momentous was spared from the grip of the plague. Dine in your arrive at Vienna Airport at 8am and 9.30am. Passion Play in Oberammergau. hotel this evening. (B, D) Hotel: See ‘More About Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of GREAT SAVINGS Your Trip’ the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle. 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$250 4 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Trip code: CSOMF 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$65 Celebrate God's grace and give thanks as the 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP Oberammergau villagers do in their dramatic depiction of the life and death of Jesus Christ. Take 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests your premium seats for a poignant afternoon spent watching the Passion Play, witnessing first-hand the OBERAMMERGAU covenant that was made with God in the 17th century. Since 1634, the tiny picturesque Bavarian village Dine at a local restaurant this evening before taking HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS of Oberammergau has performed the Passion your seat for the captivating second half of this Play every ten years. This tragic and deeply Here’s just a sample of the many special performance as night falls. (B, RD) moving chronicle depicts the Passion of Christ Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. at the time of the crucifixion. The cast comprises 5 OBERAMMERGAU – BERCHTESGADEN – SALZBURG local villagers exclusively and equals any CONNECT WITH LOCALS Continue to the foot of the Alps and visit the National professional production in both sheer spectacle Delight in a tour of the Monastery of Park of Berchtesgaden featuring soul-stirring and emotion; attracting visitors from around the Kloster Wernberg, originally a castle, mountain views. This evening, arrive in Salzburg. world. It is an experience that will exceed every today home to around 60 Missionary expectation. (B, D) Hotel: Mercure City Sisters of the Precious Blood with whom you'll enjoy a traditional Carinthian 'Be My Guest' dinner. 'Local 6 SALZBURG SIGHTSEEING – VILLACH Join your (Day 6) Specialist' for a tour of the city's iconic highlights including Getreidegasse, the Salzburg Cathedral, DIVE INTO CULTURE Mozart's birthplace and many of the locations used in Visit the Lipizzaner Stud Farm at Piber which has bred horses since 1920 and the film ‘The Sound of Music'. This afternoon travel to today provides all the stallions for Villach where we will 'Connect With Locals' and enjoy the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. a Carinthian 'Be My Guest' dinner with the Missionary (Day 7) Sisters of the Precious Blood in the Monastery of Kloster Wernberg. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Post Enjoy a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the largest art museum in Austria, to view the Royal Collection 7 VILLACH – PIBER STUD FARM – GRAZ – VIENNA before the general public have (2 NIGHTS) 'Dive Into Culture' during a visit to the access. (Day 8) Lipizzaner Stud farm at Piber and gain insights into the breeding of the Spanish Riding School's athletic white stallions. Later, stop in the town of Graz en route to Vienna. (B, ) Hotel: Imperial Riding School Renaissance

8 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND AT LEISURE Enjoy an TRAVEL DIRECTOR TIP exclusive guided visit of the Habsburg royal collection When in Oberammergau, visit one of the many of art at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, prior to wood carving shops where you can find an admission of the general public, 'Dive Into Culture' and enormous variety of souvenir options. The long- visit the Kunstkammer during this private insider visit. standing Bavarian tradition of wood carving has been passed on through family members for Later, your 'Local Specialist' will show you the city's hundreds of years. Today approximately sixty major landmarks and palaces during your included active wood sculptors live in Oberammergau sightseeing tour. The magic continues with a walking carving and selling everything from crucifixes to tour through the oldest parts of the city near ‘Am Hof'. life-size carvings. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dean Smart Dinner. (B, FD, )

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DAY 1 ARRIVE MUNICH Munich is your launchpad to a journey through the capitals of Imperial Europe, which culminates in the dramatic depiction of Jesus Christ's life and death in Oberammergau. Spend time IMPERIAL EUROPE WITH at leisure in the Bavarian capital, then join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a city orientation tour. View the Marienplatz, the centre of Munich OBERAMMERGAU city life since the 12th century, and its enchanting Glockenspiel before a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Holiday Inn Leuchtenbergring

1 2 D A Y S 5 COUNTRIES 1 7 M E A L S FROM US$3350 PP* 2 MUNICH – REGENSBURG – (2 NIGHTS) This morning visit Regensburg, an unspoilt medieval gem on your way to the Czech Republic. Cross the border to Prague, your home for the next two nights. (B) Hotel: Vienna House Andels 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. 3 PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Delve into centuries of history as you join a 'Local Specialist' for a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View St. Vitus Cathedral in the grounds of the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle, then cross the river on your walking tour to the Old Town Square to see the Astronomical Clock. The aft ernoon is yours to experience the city on your terms. (B)

4 PRAGUE – – (2 NIGHTS) We leave the beauty of Prague behind for the lush landscapes of Slovakia and its capital, Bratislava, with its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. Crossing the border into Hungary, we arrive in Budapest, the of the East. (B) Hotel: Novotel Danube

5 BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Admire the iconic and unexpected highlights of Budapest on a guided sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist'. See the famous Chain Bridge and the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district. Visit Fisherman's and enjoy superb views across the imposing Parliament building and Danube below. Spend the rest of the day at leisure before joining the Schieszl family for a hearty Hungarian 'Be My Guest' dinner. ‘Connect With Locals' and hear the story of their winery. (B, BMG, )

6 BUDAPEST – GYŐR – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) Indulge in a leisurely start, then cross the hilly landscapes of Transdanubia en route to Győr. Here you'll explore the and medieval atmosphere before arriving in Vienna for an evening at leisure. (B) Hotel: Renaissance Wien

GERMANY PRAGUE 7 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Explore the 2 imperial splendour of Vienna at Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty – a CZECH REPUBLIC ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS Trip Highlight during your guided sightseeing tour of Vienna with a 'Local Specialist' . Admire the grand

▲ • PREMIUM TICKETS for the Passion Play State Opera House and Ringstrasse. Then, see the Regensburg in Oberammergau ornate colourful roof of St. Stephen's Cathedral, before spending the aft ernoon at leisure. (B) ▲ SLOVAKIA • CITY TOUR in Prague, Budapest, Vienna Wachau Valley and Salzburg 1 1 MUNICH 8 VIENNA – WACHAU VALLEY – SALZBURG Bratislava The enchanting landscapes of 2 • ORIENTATION of Munich, Regensburg SIGHTSEEING OBERAMMERGAU and Innsbruck the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley provide 1 SALZBURG VIENNA a picturesque backdrop for our leisurely drive to 2 ▲ • Bratislava the capital of Slovakia, the Győr 2 VISIT Salzburg. We see the Benedictine Melk Abbey perched

Innsbruck ▲ AUSTRIA Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest and the on a rocky outcrop above the Danube. Arriving in BUDAPEST Baroque town centre of Győr Salzburg, we embark on a leisurely walking tour of its Old Town with a 'Local Specialist' . Dine in your hotel • VIEW the Marienplatz in Munich, St. Vitus HUNGARY this evening. (B, D) Hotel: Mercure City Cathedral and the Old Town Square of Prague, the Imperial Boulevards of Vienna and Melk Abbey

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CEOXF_Imperial Europe with Oberammergau.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:58 YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL REGIONAL STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE MUNICH Munich is your launchpad to a 9 SALZBURG – INNSBRUCK – OBERAMMERGAU journey through the capitals of Imperial Europe, Visit Innsbruck in the Austrian Tirol and (2 NIGHTS) YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER which culminates in the dramatic depiction of Jesus see the Golden Roof. Later, travel to Oberammergau Christ's life and death in Oberammergau. Spend time where villagers their covenant with God and at leisure in the Bavarian capital, then join your fellow perform their Passion Play, as they have every ten PRICE GUARANTEE 2020 DEPARTURES travellers and Travel Director for a city orientation years since 1634. Dine in your hotel this evening. tour. View the Marienplatz, the centre of Munich (B, D) Hotel: See ‘More About Your Trip’ On all Oberammergau trips th city life since the 12 century, and its enchanting Price PP Price PP Glockenspiel before a Welcome Reception. (WR) 10 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Start End Twin Start End Twin Hotel: Holiday Inn Leuchtenbergring Witness first-hand the enduring faith of this Bavarian Munich Munich Share Munich Munich Share village and the divine blessings of God that spared TU 12 MAY SA 23 MAY 3350 TU 21 JUL SA 01 AUG 3350 2 MUNICH – REGENSBURG – PRAGUE (2 NIGHTS) This Oberammergau and its people from the ravages of TU 19 MAY SA 30 MAY 3350 TU 28 JUL SA 08 AUG 3350 th TU 26 MAY SA 06 JUN 3350 morning visit Regensburg, an unspoilt medieval gem the plague which swept Europe in the 17 century. TU 04 AUG SA 15 AUG 3350 on your way to the Czech Republic. Cross the border Take your premium seats for a poignant afternoon TU 02 JUN SA 13 JUN 3350 TU 11 AUG SA 22 AUG 3350 to Prague, your home for the next two nights. (B) spent watching the Passion Play, giving thanks to God TU 09 JUN SA 20 JUN 3350 TU 18 AUG SA 29 AUG 3350 16 JUN 27 JUN 3350 25 AUG 05 SEP 3350 Hotel: Vienna House Andels for His grace and mercy. Dine at a local restaurant this TU SA TU SA TU 23 JUN SA 04 JUL 3350 evening before taking your seat for the captivating TU 30 JUN SA 11 JUL 3350 TU 01 SEP SA 12 SEP 3350 3 PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Delve into second half of this performance as night falls. (B, RD) TU 08 SEP SA 19 SEP 3350 3350 3350 centuries of history as you join a 'Local Specialist' for TU 07 JUL SA 18 JUL TU 15 SEP SA 26 SEP TU 14 JUL SA 25 JUL 3350 TU 22 SEP SA 03 OCT 3350 a guided sightseeing tour of Prague. View St. Vitus 11 OBERAMMERGAU – MUNICH Travel through alpine Cathedral in the grounds of the 1,000-year-old Prague scenery back to Munich. This evening join your Single Supplement (add to price above): US$630 PP Castle, then cross the river on your walking tour to companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Your price includes an amount of US$800 for the momentous the Old Town Square to see the Astronomical Clock. Dinner to celebrate the end of your spiritual journey Passion Play in Oberammergau. The afternoon is yours to experience the city on your through central Europe. (B, FD) Hotel: Holiday Inn terms. (B) Leuchtenbergring GREAT SAVINGS 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$250 4 PRAGUE – BRATISLAVA – BUDAPEST (2 NIGHTS) 12 DEPART MUNICH For now it's time to say a fond Multi Trip Savings We leave the beauty of Prague behind for the lush Auf Wiedersehen to Germany, your fellow travellers 2. SAVE UP TO US$64 landscapes of Slovakia and its capital, Bratislava, with and Travel Director at the end of your exhilarating 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP its eclectic Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco architecture. European experience. Transfers to Munich airport are 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests Crossing the border into Hungary, we arrive in available, conditions apply. (B) Budapest, the Paris of the East. (B) Hotel: Novotel Danube MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS 5 BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Admire the iconic and unexpected highlights of Budapest on * All prices are per person, twin share. Here’s just a sample of the many special a guided sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist'. Oberammergau Accommodation: Trafalgar Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. See the famous Chain Bridge and the UNESCO-listed has secured hotel accommodation either in CONNECT WITH LOCALS Castle Hill district. Visit Fisherman's Bastion and enjoy Oberammergau or close by in the picturesque villages of the Bavarian Alps. Please note that Join the Schieszl family for hearty superb views across the imposing Parliament building single and triple rooms are not available for the Hungarian 'Be My Guest' dinner and and Danube below. Spend the rest of the day at Oberammergau stay. Solo travellers and triple the story of their winery. (Day 5) leisure before joining the Schieszl family for a hearty share guests will be matched and accommodated Hungarian 'Be My Guest' dinner. ‘Connect With Locals' in a twin room with a fellow solo Trafalgar and hear the story of their winery. (B, BMG, ) traveller, of the same gender, for the duration of the stay. OBERAMMERGAU 6 BUDAPEST – GYŐR – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) Indulge Airport transfers: On arrival at Munich Airport in a leisurely start, then cross the hilly landscapes of transfers will operate at 10am and 1pm. Guests Since 1634, the tiny picturesque Bavarian Transdanubia en route to Győr. Here you'll explore arriving later should make their own way to the village of Oberammergau has performed the Baroque architecture and medieval atmosphere hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will the Passion Play every ten years. This arrive at Munich Airport at 9.30am. before arriving in Vienna for an evening at leisure. (B) tragic and deeply moving chronicle depicts the Passion of Christ at the time Hotel: Renaissance Wien Trip code: CEOXF of the crucifixion. The cast comprises local villagers exclusively and equals any 7 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Explore the professional production in both sheer imperial splendour of Vienna at Hofburg Palace, the spectacle and emotion; attracting visitors former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty – a ALTERNATIVE TRIP from around the world. It is an experience Trip Highlight during your guided sightseeing tour that will exceed every expectation. of Vienna with a 'Local Specialist'. Admire the grand Check out our similar 'Imperial Highlights with Oberammergau' trip. With fewer inclusions on State Opera House and Ringstrasse. Then, see the our Costsaver itineraries, you decide what you ornate colourful roof of St. Stephen's Cathedral, want to experience. Visit costsavertour.com before spending the afternoon at leisure. (B)

8 VIENNA – WACHAU VALLEY – SALZBURG SIGHTSEEING The enchanting landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley provide a picturesque backdrop for our leisurely drive to Salzburg. We see the Benedictine Melk Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop above the Danube. Arriving in Salzburg, we embark on a leisurely walking tour of its Old Town with a 'Local Specialist'. Dine in your hotel this evening. (B, D) Hotel: Mercure City

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DAY 1 ARRIVE FRANKFURT Welcome to Frankfurt. Meet your Travel Director this aft ernoon for an orientation of the medieval Römerplatz and dynamic fi nancial district. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception with your BEST OF GERMANY WITH fellow travellers. (WR) Hotel: Sheraton Off enbach

2 FRANKFURT – CRUISE – COLOGNE – OBERAMMERGAU DÜSSELDORF Board your leisurely cruise along the Rhine, stopping to 'Connect With Locals' for a 'Be My Guest' lunch at a 13th -century castle perched high above the river valley. Continue to Cologne, 1 2 D A Y S 1 COUNTRY 1 8 M E A L S FROM US$3725 PP* where we'll view the Gothic spires of its magnifi cent cathedral during our orientation of the city. Carry on to Düsseldorf where we will dine tonight at our hotel. (B, BMG, D, ) Hotel: Leonardo Royal/Leonardo

CIRCLE NORTH, SOUTH, EAST AND WEST TO SEE MEDIEVAL ROTHENBURG, AND THE DEVOTION OF THE VILLAGERS OF 3 DÜSSELDORF – HAMELIN – Journey OBERAMMERGAU AT THE REMARKABLE PASSION PLAY. through the lush landscape of Lower Saxony, stopping in Hamelin, immortalised in the medieval tale of the Pied Piper. Continue to the international trade centre of Hamburg, where you'll join your Travel Director for an orientation tour of the city's iconic sights. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the city's seafaring heritage. (B) Hotel: Crowne Plaza City Alster

4 HAMBURG – BERLIN SIGHTSEEING (2 NIGHTS) Cross the former ‘Iron Curtain' to Berlin. Join your 'Local Specialist' to explore the iconic landmarks of a unifi ed Berlin. See the neo-Renaissance Reichstag, Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard and Kurfürstendamm, renowned for its shopping and entertainment. Enjoy some time at leisure this aft ernoon. (B) Hotel: Hilton

5 BERLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Ascend the iconic Berlin TV Tower for 360° views of the city. You have some free time to explore the city at your leisure. (B)

6 BERLIN – DRESDEN A short drive south brings us to Dresden, where we'll hear about the city's restoration following its devastation during World War II. See the Semper Opera, Palace and fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. (B) Hotel: Pullman HAMBURG Newa 1 7 DRESDEN – MÖDLAREUTH – NUREMBERG Visit the village of Mödlareuth, which inherited the moniker

◄ of "Little Berlin" due to its wall separating 'east' and 'west'. This aft ernoon, arrive in the Bavarian city of 2 BERLIN Nuremberg, once the unoff icial capital of the Holy

Hamelin Roman Empire. During your orientation see the mighty castle ramparts and stand in the Hauptmarkt

◄ main square which is dominated by the impressive GERMANY Frauenkirche, then spend the rest of your evening at ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS leisure. (B) Hotel: Maritim 1 DÜSSELDORF DRESDEN 1 • PREMIUM TICKETS for the Passion Play Cologne 8 NUREMBERG – ROTHENBURG – OBERAMMERGAU in Oberammergau Boppard Mödlareuth (2 NIGHTS) Embark on an orientation walk past St. Goar • CITY TOUR in Berlin the half-timbered houses of Rothenburg. Shop for

RHINE CRUISE 1 ◄ wooden Christmas ornaments, before following parts ◄ FRANKFURT • ORIENTATION of Frankfurt, Cologne, 1 of the Romantic Road to Oberammergau. Dine at Hamburg, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg your hotel tonight. (B, D) Hotel: See ‘More About 1 NUREMBERG Heidelberg Rothenburg and Heidelberg Your Trip’ • VISIT Hamelin, the Berlin TV Tower, ◄ Mödlareuth Open Air Museum and 9 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Neuschwanstein castle Witness a Trip Highlight and display of unwavering faith as you take your premium seat for a poignant 1 BLACK FOREST • SEE the Lorelei Rock, Cologne Cathedral aft ernoon spent watching the Passion Play. The and Bavarian Alps villagers of Oberammergau give thanks to God for 2 OBERAMMERGAU sparing them from the ravages of the plague in • SCENIC CRUISE along the Rhine River th Neuschwanstein the 17 century. Their gratitude is refl ected in this

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GBOGF_Best of Germany with Oberammergau.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:28 YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL COUNTRY STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE FRANKFURT Welcome to Frankfurt. Meet your dramatic depiction of the life and death of Jesus Travel Director this afternoon for an orientation of the Christ. Dine at a local restaurant this evening before YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER medieval Römerplatz and dynamic financial district. returning to your seat for the captivating second half This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception with your of this performance as night falls. (B, RD) fellow travellers. (WR) Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach PRICE GUARANTEE 10 OBERAMMERGAU – NEUSCHWANSTEIN – BLACK 2 FRANKFURT – RHINE CRUISE – COLOGNE – FOREST From the grace of God to the fairy tale land of On all Oberammergau trips DÜSSELDORF Board your leisurely cruise along King Ludwig II, we journey to Neuschwanstein castle. Price PP Price PP the Rhine, stopping to 'Connect With Locals' for a Continue through the hills and past lakes as you Start End Twin Start End Twin 'Be My Guest' lunch at a 13th-century castle perched admire the scenery on your way to the Black Forest. Frankfurt Frankfurt Share Frankfurt Frankfurt Share high above the river valley. Continue to Cologne, (B, D) Hotel: Best Western Hofgut Sternen WE 13 MAY SU 24 MAY 3775 WE 22 JUL SU 02 AUG 3725 where we'll view the Gothic spires of its magnificent WE 20 MAY SU 31 MAY 3775 WE 29 JUL SU 09 AUG 3725 WE 27 MAY SU 07 JUN 3775 cathedral during our orientation of the city. Carry on 11 BLACK FOREST – HEIDELBERG – FRANKFURT WE 05 AUG SU 16 AUG 3725 to Düsseldorf where we will dine tonight at our hotel. Witness the centuries-old craft of cuckoo clock WE 03 JUN SU 14 JUN 3775 WE 12 AUG SU 23 AUG 3725 (B, BMG, D, ) Hotel: Leonardo Royal/Leonardo making as you 'Dive Into Culture' . Then view the ruins WE 10 JUN SU 21 JUN 3775 WE 19 AUG SU 30 AUG 3725 WE 17 JUN SU 28 JUN 3775 WE 26 AUG SU 06 SEP 3775 of Heidelberg Castle, as well as the Baroque-style Old WE 24 JUN SU 05 JUL 3775 3 DÜSSELDORF – HAMELIN – HAMBURG Journey Town. Spend the rest of the afternoon finishing some WE 02 SEP SU 13 SEP 3775 through the lush landscape of Lower Saxony, last-minute shopping before continuing to Frankfurt. WE 01 JUL SU 12 JUL 3725 WE 09 SEP SU 20 SEP 3775 WE 08 JUL SU 19 JUL 3725 WE 16 SEP SU 27 SEP 3775 stopping in Hamelin, immortalised in the medieval Tonight we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with newfound WE 15 JUL SU 26 JUL 3725 WE 23 SEP SU 04 OCT 3775 tale of the Pied Piper. Continue to the international friends. (B, FD, ) Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach Single Supplement (add to price above): US$590 PP trade centre of Hamburg, where you'll join your Travel Director for an orientation tour of the city's iconic 12 DEPART FRANKFURT After breakfast, we say a fond Your price includes an amount of US$620 for the momentous sights. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring farewell to Frankfurt after a memorable holiday. Passion Play in Oberammergau. the city's seafaring heritage. (B) Hotel: Crowne Plaza Transfers to Frankfurt Airport are available. Conditions City Alster apply. (B) GREAT SAVINGS 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$310 4 HAMBURG – BERLIN SIGHTSEEING (2 NIGHTS) Cross the former ‘Iron Curtain' to Berlin. Join your 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$79 'Local Specialist' to explore the iconic landmarks of MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP a unified Berlin. See the neo-Renaissance Reichstag, * All prices are per person, twin share. 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard and Kurfürstendamm, renowned for its Oberammergau Accommodation: Trafalgar has secured hotel accommodation either in shopping and entertainment. Enjoy some time at Oberammergau or close by in the picturesque leisure this afternoon. (B) Hotel: Hilton villages of the Bavarian Alps. Please note that HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS single and triple rooms are not available for the 5 BERLIN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Ascend the Oberammergau stay. Solo travellers and triple Here’s just a sample of the many special iconic Berlin TV Tower for 360° views of the city. You share guests will be matched and accommodated Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. have some free time to explore the city at your leisure. in a twin room with a fellow solo Trafalgar CONNECT WITH LOCALS (B) traveller, of the same gender, for the duration of the stay. Enjoy a 'Be My Guest' lunch banquet and stories of knights and feuding Airport transfers: On arrival at Frankfurt Airport 6 BERLIN – DRESDEN A short drive south brings lords in a fairy-tale 13th-century transfers will operate at 9.30am, 12noon and us to Dresden, where we'll hear about the city's castle perched high above the Rhine 2.30pm. Guests arriving later should make their restoration following its devastation during World Valley. (Day 2) own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last War II. See the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and travel day will arrive at Frankfurt Airport at 8am DIVE INTO CULTURE fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. (B) Hotel: Pullman and 10am. Watch skilled craftsmen capture Newa Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the distinctive sound of the cuckoo the destinations on this trip. Please remember to demonstrating the centuries' old craft 7 DRESDEN – MÖDLAREUTH – NUREMBERG Visit the bring a water bottle. of clock making in the Black Forest. village of Mödlareuth, which inherited the moniker (Day 11) Trip code: GBOGF of "Little Berlin" due to its wall separating 'east' and 'west'. This afternoon, arrive in the Bavarian city of Nuremberg, once the unofficial capital of the . During your orientation see the OBERAMMERGAU mighty castle ramparts and stand in the Hauptmarkt main square which is dominated by the impressive Since 1634, the tiny picturesque Bavarian Frauenkirche, then spend the rest of your evening at village of Oberammergau has performed the Passion Play every ten years. This leisure. (B) Hotel: Maritim tragic and deeply moving chronicle depicts the Passion of Christ at the time 8 NUREMBERG – ROTHENBURG – OBERAMMERGAU of the crucifixion. The cast comprises (2 NIGHTS) Embark on an orientation walk past local villagers exclusively and equals any the half-timbered houses of Rothenburg. Shop for professional production in both sheer wooden Christmas ornaments, before following parts spectacle and emotion; attracting visitors of the Romantic Road to Oberammergau. Dine at from around the world. It is an experience your hotel tonight. (B, D) Hotel: See ‘More About that will exceed every expectation. Your Trip’

9 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Witness a Trip Highlight and display of unwavering faith as you take your premium seat for a poignant afternoon spent watching the Passion Play. The villagers of Oberammergau give thanks to God for sparing them from the ravages of the plague in the 17th century. Their gratitude is reflected in this

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DAY 1 LONDON – EUROSTAR™ – – A brief interlude with the British capital this morning sees us meet our Travel Director before travelling to London's St. Pancras International where we will EUROPEAN WHIRL WITH board the Eurostar™ for a high-speed train journey to Brussels and a luxury coach journey to Amsterdam. Enjoy an orientation of this historic Dutch capital OBERAMMERGAU centre before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception dinner cruise. (WR) Hotel: Mercure City

1 2 D A Y S 9 COUNTRIES 1 7 M E A L S FROM US$4195 PP* 2 AMSTERDAM – RHINE CRUISE – HEIDELBERG – RHINELAND Cruise along the Rhine past vineyard- clad hills to St. Goar. Explore the sights and Baroque façades of Heidelberg before travelling to your Rhineland hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Sinsheim COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS ON THIS POIGNANT SPIRITUAL SOJOURN TO OBERAMMERGAU, COMBINED WITH A EUROPEAN ADVENTURE, FROM AMSTERDAM AND THE RHINE TO PARIS AND THE MAGNIFICENT OPEN-AIR MUSEUM THAT IS ROME. 3 RHINELAND – OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Journey to Oberammergau for a Trip Highlight and display of unwavering faith – the Oberammergau Passion Play, which has been performed every ten years since 1634. Take your premium seats for this poignant performance, witnessing fi rst-hand the covenant that the villagers made with God to spare them from the ravages of the plague and compelled them to honour His grace and mercy. Dine at a local restaurant this evening before returning to your seat for the continuation of the captivating depiction of the life and death of Jesus Christ as night falls. (B, RD) Hotel: See ‘More About Your Trip’

4 OBERAMMERGAU – VENICE (MESTRE) Drive along the Brenner Pass into Italy and across the Dolomite Mountains to Venice. Here you will cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square before you 'Dive Into Culture' during a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop. Spend the aft ernoon at leisure. (B, ) Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana

5 VENICE (MESTRE) – ROME (2 NIGHTS) Travel south across the Veneto Plain, passing Bologna and the fi elds of Lazio before reaching Rome. (B) Hotel: A. Roma Lifestyle ENGLAND NETHERLANDS 6 ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Our fi rst stop 1 AMSTERDAM LONDON today sees us discover the divine beauty of the ▲ GERMANY Vatican City. We'll visit St. Peter's Basilica with a Dover EUROSTAR™ Boppard 'Local Specialist' to view Michelangelo's Renaissance Brussels masterpiece, the Pietà. We continue to ancient Rome FERRY Calais BELGIUM RHINE CRUISE to view the iconic Colosseum and the Circus Maximus. St. Goar ▲ The aft ernoon is yours to explore the city on your

1 RHINELAND terms. (B) PARIS 2 Heidelberg ▲

7 ROME – FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING From Rome, 1 OBERAMMERGAU ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS ▲ we travel north through the rolling countryside of 2 • PREMIUM TICKETS for the Passion Play Tuscany and along the Arno valley to the Cradle of the SWITZERLAND in Oberammergau Renaissance, Florence. We ‘Connect With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' lunch and enjoy true Tuscan hospitality VENICE • CITY TOUR in Rome, Florence and Paris FRANCE 1 with a local family on their private estate in the Chanti ITALY • ORIENTATION of Amsterdam, countryside. Delve into the rich Medici heritage of this

beautiful medieval city with your 'Local Specialist'. ▲ Heidelberg, Venice and Lucerne FLORENCE 1 (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Hilton Metropole • VISIT St. Peter's Basilica in Rome

• VIEW the canals in Amsterdam, St. Mark's 8 FLORENCE – LUCERNE (2 NIGHTS) Drive via the 2 ROME Square in Venice, the ancient sites in Rome scenic Italian Lakes District, across the Alps into and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Switzerland, where we'll spend the next two nights in the medieval lakeside city of Lucerne. (B, D) • SEE the Lorelei Rock, the vineyards of Hotel: Grand Europe Burgundy and the Somme Battlefi elds 9 LUCERNE ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME This • SCENIC CRUISE along the canals of morning, view the mournful, mortally wounded lion Amsterdam and the River Rhine hewn from rock to commemorate the Swiss Guards

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EWHIF_European Whirl with Oberammergau.indd 1 10/06/2019 17:29 YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL DISCOVERY STYLE DAY 1 LONDON – EUROSTAR™ – BRUSSELS – AMSTERDAM who lost their lives defending Louis XVI. Walk along A brief interlude with the British capital this morning the flower-lined 14th-century covered Chapel Bridge, YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER sees us meet our Travel Director before travelling crossing the River Reuss. We have some time later to to London's St. Pancras International where we will discover the best Swiss chocolates in town. (B) board the Eurostar™ for a high-speed train journey to PRICE GUARANTEE Brussels and a luxury coach journey to Amsterdam. 10 LUCERNE – PARIS (2 NIGHTS) Crossing the border Enjoy an orientation of this historic Dutch capital into France this morning, we travel to the City of On all Oberammergau trips centre before joining your fellow travellers and Travel Lights. Spend the evening at leisure or consider an Price PP Price PP Director for a Welcome Reception dinner cruise. (WR) Optional Experience to a colourful Parisian cabaret. Start End Twin Start End Twin Hotel: Mercure City (B) Hotel: Evergreen Laurel London London Share London London Share WE 20 MAY SU 31 MAY 4225 WE 29 JUL SU 09 AUG 4195 27 MAY 07 JUN 4225 2 AMSTERDAM – RHINE CRUISE – HEIDELBERG – 11 PARIS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Join a 'Local WE SU WE 05 AUG SU 16 AUG 4195 RHINELAND Cruise along the Rhine past vineyard- Specialist' for a sightseeing tour of Paris. View the WE 03 JUN SU 14 JUN 4225 WE 12 AUG SU 23 AUG 4195 clad hills to St. Goar. Explore the sights and Baroque Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde and the 19th- WE 10 JUN SU 21 JUN 4225 WE 19 AUG SU 30 AUG 4225 façades of Heidelberg before travelling to your century Arc de Triomphe. Our European Whirl and WE 17 JUN SU 28 JUN 4225 WE 26 AUG SU 06 SEP 4225 24 JUN 05 JUL 4225 Rhineland hotel. WE SU (B, D) Hotel: Sinsheim spiritual interlude almost at its end, we spend the WE 02 SEP SU 13 SEP 4225 evening with our fellow travellers, enjoying a Farewell WE 01 JUL SU 12 JUL 4195 WE 09 SEP SU 20 SEP 4225 3 RHINELAND – OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY Dinner in a local bistro. (B, FD) WE 08 JUL SU 19 JUL 4195 WE 16 SEP SU 27 SEP 4225 15 JUL 26 JUL 4195 23 SEP 04 OCT 4225 Journey to Oberammergau for WE SU WE SU PERFORMANCE) WE 22 JUL SU 02 AUG 4195 WE 30 SEP SU 11 OCT 4225 a Trip Highlight and display of unwavering faith – 12 PARIS – LONDON Departing mainland Europe, we Single Supplement (add to price above): US$800 PP the Oberammergau Passion Play, which has been venture past poignant World War I battlefields to the performed every ten years since 1634. Take your coast where we board a ferry to Dover and travel by Your price includes an amount of US$490 for the momentous premium seats for this poignant performance, coach on to London where our adventure comes to Passion Play in Oberammergau. witnessing first-hand the covenant that the villagers an end. (B) made with God to spare them from the ravages of the GREAT SAVINGS plague and compelled them to honour His grace and mercy. Dine at a local restaurant this evening before 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$370 returning to your seat for the continuation of the MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$93 captivating depiction of the life and death of Jesus * All prices are per person, twin share. 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP Christ as night falls. (B, RD) Hotel: See ‘More About Oberammergau Accommodation: Trafalgar (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests Your Trip’ 4. VIT has secured hotel accommodation either in Oberammergau or close by in the picturesque 4 OBERAMMERGAU – VENICE (MESTRE) Drive along villages of the Bavarian Alps. Please note that the Brenner Pass into Italy and across the Dolomite single and triple rooms are not available for the Mountains to Venice. Here you will cruise by private Oberammergau stay. Solo travellers and triple HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS share guests will be matched and accommodated launch to St. Mark's Square before you 'Dive Into Here’s just a sample of the many special in a twin room with a fellow solo Trafalgar Culture' during a visit to a traditional glassblowing Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. traveller, of the same gender, for the duration of workshop. Spend the afternoon at leisure. (B, ) the stay. Hotel: Novotel Mestre Castellana CONNECT WITH LOCALS London Airport Transfers: Transfers available to Join a local family who will host you purchase. Conditions apply. at their private estate on the outskirts 5 VENICE (MESTRE) – ROME (2 NIGHTS) Travel south of Florence. Enjoy warm Italian across the Veneto Plain, passing Bologna and the Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to hospitality and delicious homemade fields of Lazio before reaching Rome. (B) Hotel: A. bring a water bottle. dishes prepared from local produce. Roma Lifestyle (Day 7) Trip code: EWHIF DIVE INTO CULTURE 6 ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Our first stop Witness the exquisite craft of today sees us discover the divine beauty of the glassblowing, a delicate tradition that Vatican City. We'll visit St. Peter's Basilica with a generations of Venetian craftsmen 'Local Specialist' to view Michelangelo's Renaissance ALTERNATIVE TRIP have perfected over the centuries. masterpiece, the Pietà. We continue to ancient Rome (Day 4) Check out our similar 'European Experience with to view the iconic Colosseum and the Circus Maximus. Oberammergau' trip. With fewer inclusions on The afternoon is yours to explore the city on your our Costsaver itineraries, you decide what you terms. (B) want to experience. Visit costsavertour.com OBERAMMERGAU 7 ROME – FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING From Rome, we travel north through the rolling countryside of Since 1634, the tiny picturesque Bavarian Tuscany and along the Arno valley to the Cradle of the village of Oberammergau has performed Renaissance, Florence. We ‘Connect With Locals' over a the Passion Play every ten years. This 'Be My Guest' lunch and enjoy true Tuscan hospitality tragic and deeply moving chronicle depicts the Passion of Christ at the time with a local family on their private estate in the Chanti of the crucifixion. The cast comprises countryside. Delve into the rich Medici heritage of this local villagers exclusively and equals any beautiful medieval city with your 'Local Specialist'. professional production in both sheer (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Hilton Metropole spectacle and emotion; attracting visitors from around the world. It is an experience 8 FLORENCE – LUCERNE (2 NIGHTS) Drive via the that will exceed every expectation. scenic Italian Lakes District, across the Alps into Switzerland, where we'll spend the next two nights in the medieval lakeside city of Lucerne. (B, D) Hotel: Grand Europe

9 LUCERNE ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME This morning, view the mournful, mortally wounded lion hewn from rock to commemorate the Swiss Guards

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DAY 1 ARRIVE ZURICH Your spiritual pilgrimage to the heart of Europe begins in Zurich. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for an orientation of the city's iconic sights and a Welcome Reception. SWITZERLAND AND AUSTRIA (WR) Hotel: Swissotel

2 ZURICH – – SALZBURG WITH OBERAMMERGAU SIGHTSEEING Embark on a soul-stirring encounter with the valleys and loft y peaks of Liechtenstein, bound for Vaduz. Continue along the Arlberg route into the Tyrol region to our overnight stop in the 1 3 D A Y S 5 COUNTRIES 1 8 M E A L S FROM US$4425 PP* Baroque city of Salzburg. Here, we will join a 'Local Specialist' for a walking tour past iconic sights, including the house where Mozart once lived. (B) Hotel: Austria Trend Europa

WITNESS THE UNWAVERING FAITH OF THE OBERAMMERGAU VILLAGERS, WHO PERFORM THEIR DRAMATIC DEPICTION OF 3 SALZBURG – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) Waltz through the THE LIFE AND DEATH OF JESUS TO THANK GOD FOR SPARING THEM FROM THE RAVAGES OF THE PLAGUE. scenic Austrian countryside of the Wachau Valley past Melk Abbey, perched atop its rocky bastion above the beautiful Danube. Our home for the next two nights is Vienna. (B) Hotel: Roomz Prater

4 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Admire the grand boulevards and beautiful Gothic and Baroque façades on a guided sightseeing tour with a 'Local Specialist' . Immerse yourself in the centuries-old history of 'Am Hof', before spending time at leisure. (B)

5 VIENNA – OBERAMMERGAU (2 NIGHTS) Travel into Bavarian Germany to Oberammergau for a Trip Highlight – the Oberammergau Passion Play, which will be performed as it has every ten years since 1634. Dine at your hotel this evening. (B, D) Hotel: See ‘More About Your Trip’

6 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Give thanks to God, as the Oberammergau villagers do in their dramatic depiction of the life and death of Jesus Christ. Take your premium seats for a poignant aft ernoon spent watching the Passion Play, witnessing fi rst-hand the covenant that the villagers made with God in the 17th century to spare them from the plague. Dine at a local restaurant before watching the captivating second half of this performance as night falls. (B, RD)

7 OBERAMMERGAU – ST. MORITZ Continue to Switzerland this morning and cross the enchanting Engadine Valley. You'll arrive later in the fashionable

GERMANY winter sports resort of St. Moritz. (B) Hotel: Reine ◄ Victoria OBERAMMERGAU ◄ 2 Wachau 2 Valley VIENNA 8 ST. MORITZ – THUSIS – – STRESA –

ZURICH 1 ◄ SALZBURG ZERMATT (2 NIGHTS) Traverse mountain landscapes 1 Liechtenstein to Thusis and follow the San Bernadino route to

SWITZERLAND (Vaduz) ◄ Bellinzona, famous for its three . Continue Berne

AUSTRIA via Locarno to the shores of Lake Maggiore and ◄ 2 LUCERNE ◄ ICONIC HIGHLIGHTS explore the scenic town of Stresa. See the beautiful Interlaken Thusis Borromean Islands as you head towards the Simplon MONTREUX 1 1 ST. MORITZ • PREMIUM TICKETS for the Passion Play Chillon Pass. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel in Bellinzona in Oberammergau 2 ◄ Zermatt. (B, D) Hotel: Ambassador ◄ • CITY TOUR in Salzburg and Vienna ZERMATT Stresa 9 ZERMATT FREE DAY Spend a full day at leisure • ORIENTATION of Zurich and Lucerne soaking up Zermatt's crisp mountain air and ITALY • VISIT Vaduz, St. Moritz, Stresa and Zermatt panoramic alpine vistas. (B)

• VIEW the Matterhorn and Jungfrau 10 ZERMATT – CHILLON – MONTREUX A drive through mountains (weather permitting), Chillon the Rhône Valley brings you to Lake , where Castle, Berne, Chapel Bridge and Lion you'll view Lord Byron's Castle of Chillon. Follow Monument in Lucerne the shores of Lake Geneva round to Montreux. This • SEE Melk Abbey and the Wachau Valley

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SWAUF_Switzerland and Austria with Oberammergau.indd 1 10/06/2019 18:00 2020 DEPARTURES YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL REGIONAL STYLE EXPLORER DAY 1 ARRIVE ZURICH Your spiritual pilgrimage to the heart evening, ‘Connect With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' of Europe begins in Zurich. This evening, join your dinner at a family run winery overlooking Lake YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER Travel Director and fellow travellers for an orientation Geneva. (B, BMG, ) Hotel: Eurotel of the city's iconic sights and a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Swissotel 11 MONTREUX – BERNE – INTERLAKEN – LUCERNE PRICE GUARANTEE ORIENTATION (2 NIGHTS) Travel via the laidback 2 ZURICH – LIECHTENSTEIN – SALZBURG Swiss capital of Berne to Interlaken, set in the heart On all Oberammergau trips SIGHTSEEING Embark on a soul-stirring encounter of Switzerland in the shadow of the mighty Jungfrau. Price PP Price PP with the valleys and lofty peaks of Liechtenstein, Cross the Brünig Pass to the lakeside town of Lucerne, Start End Twin Start End Twin bound for Vaduz. Continue along the Arlberg route where you'll have an opportunity to visit the poignant Zurich Zurich Share Zurich Zurich Share into the Tyrol region to our overnight stop in the Lion Monument. (B) Hotel: Grand Europe SA 16 MAY TH 28 MAY 4475 SA 25 JUL TH 06 AUG 4425 23 MAY 04 JUN 4475 Baroque city of Salzburg. Here, we will join a 'Local SA TH SA 30 MAY TH 11 JUN 4475 SA 01 AUG TH 13 AUG 4425 Specialist' for a walking tour past iconic sights, 12 LUCERNE FREE DAY Snow-capped peaks surround SA 08 AUG TH 20 AUG 4475 including the house where Mozart once lived. (B) you as you wander through the medieval streets SA 06 JUN TH 18 JUN 4475 SA 15 AUG TH 27 AUG 4475 13 JUN 25 JUN 4475 22 AUG 03 SEP 4475 Hotel: Austria Trend Europa of Lucerne. Spend a full free day exploring the Old SA TH SA TH SA 20 JUN TH 02 JUL 4475 SA 29 AUG TH 10 SEP 4475 Town, enjoy a leisurely Swiss lunch or consider an SA 27 JUN TH 09 JUL 4475 3 SALZBURG – VIENNA (2 NIGHTS) Waltz through the Optional Experience ascending a nearby mountain for SA 05 SEP TH 17 SEP 4475 scenic Austrian countryside of the Wachau Valley past panoramic views. This evening, toast a journey filled SA 04 JUL TH 16 JUL 4425 SA 12 SEP TH 24 SEP 4475 SA 11 JUL TH 23 JUL 4425 SA 19 SEP TH 01 OCT 4475 Melk Abbey, perched atop its rocky bastion above the with hope, faith and blessings during your Farewell SA 18 JUL TH 30 JUL 4425 SA 26 SEP TH 08 OCT 4475 beautiful Danube. Our home for the next two nights is Dinner. (B, FD) Vienna. (B) Hotel: Roomz Prater Single Supplement (add to price above): US$830 PP 13 LUCERNE – DEPART ZURICH We say a fond farewell Your price includes an amount of US$620 for the momentous 4 VIENNA SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Admire the to our fellow travellers at the end of a moving journey. Passion Play in Oberammergau. grand boulevards and beautiful Gothic and Baroque An airport transfer is available to . façades on a guided sightseeing tour with a 'Local Conditions apply. (B) GREAT SAVINGS Specialist'. Immerse yourself in the centuries-old 1. Young Traveller Savings SAVE US$340 history of 'Am Hof', before spending time at leisure. (B) 2. Multi Trip Savings SAVE UP TO US$96 3. Triple Share Savings SAVE UP TO US$10 PP Travel into MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP 5 VIENNA – OBERAMMERGAU (2 NIGHTS) 4. VIT (Very Important Traveller) Benefits for past guests Bavarian Germany to Oberammergau for a Trip * All prices are per person, twin share. Highlight – the Oberammergau Passion Play, which Oberammergau Accommodation: Trafalgar will be performed as it has every ten years since 1634. has secured hotel accommodation either in Dine at your hotel this evening. (B, D) Hotel: See Oberammergau or close by in the picturesque ‘More About Your Trip’ villages of the Bavarian Alps. Please note that HANDCRAFTED HIGHLIGHTS single and triple rooms are not available for the Here’s just a sample of the many special Oberammergau stay. Solo travellers and triple 6 OBERAMMERGAU (PASSION PLAY PERFORMANCE) Trafalgar highlights included in your trip. share guests will be matched and accommodated Give thanks to God, as the Oberammergau villagers in a twin room with a fellow solo Trafalgar do in their dramatic depiction of the life and death traveller, of the same gender, for the duration of CONNECT WITH LOCALS of Jesus Christ. Take your premium seats for a Explore centuries of wine tradition the stay. th poignant afternoon spent watching the Passion Play, at the 15 -century vineyards of Airport transfers: On arrival at Zurich airport, witnessing first-hand the covenant that the villagers Cave Champ de Clos during an transfers will operate at 9.30am and 1.30pm. unforgettable 'Be My Guest' dinner in made with God in the 17th century to spare them from Guests arriving later should make their own way to charming Chexbres. (Day 10) the plague. Dine at a local restaurant before watching the hotel. The return transfer will arrive at Zurich the captivating second half of this performance as Airport on the last day of the trip at 8am from night falls. (B, RD) Lucerne. This trip will visit Important Visa Information: OBERAMMERGAU 7 OBERAMMERGAU – ST. MORITZ Continue to Italy for a short period. Some passport holders may require double entry visas. Please speak with Switzerland this morning and cross the enchanting Since 1634, the tiny picturesque Bavarian Engadine Valley. You'll arrive later in the fashionable your travel agent at time of booking to assess your specific requirements. village of Oberammergau has performed winter sports resort of St. Moritz. (B) Hotel: Reine the Passion Play every ten years. This Victoria Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of tragic and deeply moving chronicle the destinations on this trip. Please remember to depicts the Passion of Christ at the time bring a water bottle. 8 ST. MORITZ – THUSIS – BELLINZONA – STRESA – of the crucifixion. The cast comprises local villagers exclusively and equals any ZERMATT (2 NIGHTS) Traverse mountain landscapes Trip code: SWAUF professional production in both sheer to Thusis and follow the San Bernadino route to spectacle and emotion; attracting visitors Bellinzona, famous for its three castles. Continue from around the world. It is an experience via Locarno to the shores of Lake Maggiore and that will exceed every expectation. explore the scenic town of Stresa. See the beautiful Borromean Islands as you head towards the Simplon Pass. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel in Zermatt. (B, D) Hotel: Ambassador

9 ZERMATT FREE DAY Spend a full day at leisure soaking up Zermatt's crisp mountain air and panoramic alpine vistas. (B)

10 ZERMATT – CHILLON – MONTREUX A drive through the Rhône Valley brings you to Lake Geneva, where you'll view Lord Byron's Castle of Chillon. Follow the shores of Lake Geneva round to Montreux. This

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PAYMENT & CANCELLATION FEES SUMMARY INFORMATION Guided Guided Holiday Additional Air Extra Chargeable Holiday with Oberammergau Tickets Accommodation Transfers No additional No additional Deposit due per person US$200 US$575 As per airline policy deposit required deposit required Final Payment Due In accordance In accordance (Before departure) 60 days 90 days As per airline policy with guided holiday with guided holiday

Cancellation charges per person if you cancel your holiday No of Days (before trip departure) US$75 plus 60 + Deposit Deposit airline charges US$35 US$35 US$75 plus 59-46 30% Deposit airline charges US$35 US$35 100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 25% US$75 plus Higher of US$35 or 25% Higher of US$35 or 25% 45-22 30% of land only price excl. Oberammergau airline charges of accommodation price of transfer price 100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 30% US$75 plus Higher of US$35 or 30% Higher of US$35 or 30% 21-16 30% of land only price excl. Oberammergau airline charges of accommodation price of transfer price 100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 30% US$75 plus 100% of 15-8 50% of land only price excl. Oberammergau airline charges accommodation price 100% of transfer price 100 % of Oberammergau supplement + 50% US$75 plus 100% of 7-1 90% of land only price excl. Oberammergau airline charges accommodation price 100% of transfer price US$75 plus 100% of Departure Day/No show 100% 100% airline charges accommodation price 100% of transfer price

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– 3 – SOLO BOOK TRAVELLER Travel with Trafalgar for less - getting to your holiday destination TOGETHER Single rooms at a supplement are – available or choose to room-share has never been more a ordable. with another solo traveller of the same Contact us or your travel agent for special low YOUNG TRAVELLER gender, we will share you on a twin-room basis. Available on many fares to get your holiday started right. trips to avoid any extra single 10% supplement costs. On most trips for young travellers (5-17 years). BOOK AND TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE GROUP DEPOSIT PROTECTION TRAVEL CON TH FID I EN Should your plans change and you cancel W C TRIPLE K E O O SHARED ROOMING Discover the world together. B your booking 60 days or more prior to your Discover the world with us. DEPOSIT departure date, you will receive a credit of Extra savings when sharing a PROTECTION L E F No one does group travel like O V A R R US$200 per person, valid for up to five years T triple room with your YO 0 Trafalgar. Travel with us and enjoy UR 2 02 travelling companions. from date of cancellation. Please ask for group benefits on bookings of 5+. more details. Contact us for trip ideas and savings. VISA CANCELLATION FEE WAIVER Pay Early Savings Conditions: *Per person based on the Holy Italian Pilgrimage 02 May 2020 departure. These Pay Early Savings apply to the land portion of selected holidays and departures. See itinerary pages. Can be combined Our Visa Cancellation Fee Waiver gives you a peace of mind with other discounts, where applicable. Pay your deposit when booking and the balance by the date shown. O er is subject to availability, exclusions may apply and the o er may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Not available when you travel with us. Please ask for more information. on our trips that include Oberammergau. Check the dates and prices section of the trip online at trafalgar.com for current savings availability. General Conditions: Discounts and savings only apply to the land portion of your holiday and may not be available DEFINITE DEPARTURES on all trips and departures. Not applicable with extra night’s accommodation, optional extensions, airfares, taxes and fees, flight supplements, surcharges, airport transfers and does not apply on any internal air portion of a trip. Sometimes more than one discount can apply. Past guest exclusive o ers are only available on select trips and We guarantee our trips will depart (weather and other departures a er your initial trip is completed. Savings limited to one per trip and applied to the higher priced of two trips, if you book two at once. Multi-trip with two or more trips applies to holidays booked simultaneously, must be conditions dependent, of course) as soon as enough guests seven days or longer, savings are applied to the lowest price trip. For Multi-trip & Group Discounts they must be booked at the same time, on the same booking number. Groups are not available on our Land Of The Gods trip. Young Travellers are booked. limited to one discount per room when accompanying an adult. Young Travellers must be aged 5-17 at time of travel. Triple rooms are suitable for two adults and one child (three adults may find rooms too small as they o en have one double and one foldaway bed and limited suitcase space). Triple rooms are limited on cruises and not available on all Look out for the green tick ü when browsing dates and trips. Shared rooming will be accommodated in non-smoking twin rooms and is not applicable on our Land Of The Gods and Steps Of St. Paul trips. Holidays have a limited number of single rooms. Deposit Protection credit cannot be prices on trafalgar.com used as a deposit against your future booking, and can only be used as a credit against your final payment. Only one credit per person can be applied to each booking. Cancellation fees and deadlines remain unchanged. 35

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