The Oberammergau Passion Play 2010
Once every ten years, a tiny, picturesque village in the heart of the Bavarian Alps re-enacts an event which draws people of every religious denomination from four corners of the globe to witness one of the most poignant and moving stories ever told.
History of the Oberammergau Passion Play
The play depicts the tragic and moving chronicle of Christ's final passion. Its history stems from 1632 when Oberammergau was gripped by a deadly plague which killed almost half of the town's population. In a final, desperate act of faith, the village elders pledged that if the village was spared, it would re-enact the passion of Christ every 10 years - for all eternity. Miraculously the village was spared and the villagers planned the very first Passion Play in 1634.
Tradition dictates that the play's cast of thousands is drawn from all walks of life from within the village. The coveted role of Christ could be the village postman, butcher or school teacher. The cast spend almost two years painstakingly rehearsing every detail of the story for a once only performance of a lifetime.
The miracle becomes a reality
The next Passion Play will take place in 2010 and the event is already attracting worshippers from around the globe. Demand is sure to be overwhelming and inevitably tickets will be in short supply. However, you can rely on us to obtain advance tickets, because as the agents for world's favourite touring company, we have specially reserved FIRST CLASS tickets for the 2010 Passion Play and obtained hotel accommodation in the beautiful surrounding area. Our supllier's unbeatable choice of tours is designed to reveal the very best of Europe's fine traditions in a range of balanced itineraries including a visit to Oberammergau and the Passion Play.
Luxury coaches will transport you in safety and comfort and our experienced Tour Directors will enthrall you with their knowledge throughout the tour. With Trafalgar, it really is just a case of Dream. Pack. And leave...the rest to us.
Unbeatable Choice of Tours Featuring Oberammergau
| June 2010 | |||||||
| Start Date | End Date | Availability | Twin Share | Single | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 15 Jun 2010 | 22 Jun 2010 | On Request | $2742 AU | $3132 AU | ||
| August 2010 | |||||||
| Start Date | End Date | Availability | Twin Share | Single | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | 3 Aug 2010 | 10 Aug 2010 | On Request | $2742 AU | $3132 AU | ||
| September 2010 | |||||||
| Start Date | End Date | Availability | Twin Share | Single | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | 14 Sep 2010 | 21 Sep 2010 | On Request | $2742 AU | $3132 AU | ||
ACCOMMODATION PRICES
| Pre & Post Tour | City | Start Date | End Date | Single Price | Twin Price | Triple Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRE | London | 1 May 2010 | 31 Oct 2010 | $211 AU | $141 AU | $121 AU |
| PRE | London | 1 Nov 2010 | 16 Jan 2011 | $173 AU | $103 AU | $76 AU |
| POST | London | 1 May 2010 | 31 Oct 2010 | $211 AU | $141 AU | $121 AU |
| POST | London | 1 Nov 2010 | 16 Jan 2011 | $173 AU | $103 AU | $76 AU |
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WHAT YOU GET
Day by Day
| Day | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | LONDON - BRUSSELS, BELGIUM. Leave in the early morning from your London joining hotel and head through the lush English countryside to the Channel port, where you board your ferry for the Continent. Here your Tour Director and comfortable coach wait to take you to Brussels for an orientation drive and an overnight. |
| 2 | BRUSSELS - RHINE CRUISE - FRANKFURT AREA, GERMANY. Today, journey into Germany to the shores of the mighty Rhine to enjoy the afternoon cruise. Then, on to the Frankfurt area for an overnight. (B,D) |
| 3 | FRANKFURT AREA - ROMANTIC ROAD - INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA. The Romantic Road is undoubtedly today's highlight. See picturesque Rothenburg before heading towards Innsbruck for an overnight. (B,D) |
| 4 | INNSBRUCK - OBERAMMERGAU AREA, GERMANY. THE PASSION PLAY. Leave Innsbruck this morning and enjoy a scenic drive to the Oberammergau area for an overnight stay. The quaint alpine resort of Oberammergau enjoys an idyllic location and is world renowned for its spectacular Passion Play, which is performed by its inhabitants every 10 years. The play begins in the afternoon and continues into the evening, with a break for dinner. (B,L,D) |
| 5 | OBERAMMERGAU AREA - VADUZ - LAKE LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND. Leave Upper Bavaria today and witness more beautiful scenery as you continue your journey towards Switzerland. En route stop in Vaduz, the tiny by wealthy principality of Leichtenstein. Afterwards, continue to the lovely Lake Lucerne area for an overnight. (B,D) |
| 6 | LAKE LUCERNE - DIJON, FRANCE. Your visit this morning focuses on the main highlights of Lucerne. Also time for an optional excursion to the Stanserhorn. In the afternoon, journey into France for an overnight in the charming town of Dijon. (B,D) |
| 7 | DIJON - PARIS. This morning, leave Dijon and travel via the autoroute to Paris. An afternoon's included sightseeing with a local expert shows you many of the best-known Parisian sights. (B) |
| 8 | PARIS-LONDON, ENGLAND. Relax and let the countryside whiz by on the road north to the coast, where you board your Channel ferry. Through Kent, return to London for an evening arrival. (B) |
Meals
Breakfast - 7
Lunch - 1
Dinner - 5
Standard Features
OBERAMMERGAU: Passion Play performance (Seating Area 1; Accommodation Category HC3)
SIGHTSEEING: Visits to Brussels, Rhine Cruise, Rothenburg, Lucerne, Dole
SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS: Rhineland, Romantic Road
GUIDES: Host service in London. Local Guides for city sightseeing in Paris
TRANSPORTATION: Round-trip transportation between London and the Channel ports; on the Continent, private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach. Cross-Channel ferry; Rhine cruise; canal transfer boat in Venice
HOTELS: Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges
MEALS: 7 buffet breakfasts (B);1 lunch (L); 5 dinners (D)
OPTIONALS: Choice of optional excursions available at reasonable prices to customise your own experience