Country Roads of Bavaria Switzerland and Austria with Oberammergau (Preview 2020)

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Surprisingly, the vineyards, gabled shop fronts and opulent palaces play second fiddle to the scenery. Experience the magical, unrivalled beauty of the Alpine world, on-board the enthralling Glacier Express. Photo: Oberammergau Passion Play 2020

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Munich: See the Marienplatz, Town Hall and Glockenspiel.
    • Vienna: Tour the Ring Road seeing the City Hall and Parliament.
    • Kindlberg: See the colourful maypole.
    • St Veit an der Glan: See the Plague Column and Rathaus.
    • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
    • St Moritz: See the spa quarter and ‘sgraffito' façade on the museum house.
    • Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge.
    • Scenic drives: Bavarian Alps, German Alpine Road, Semmering Pass, the Dolomites, Engadine Valley, Grison Alps.
    • Stanserhorn: A spectacular journey by cable car and cogwheel railway takes you to the summit for expansive mountain views over Lake Lucerne for your special Celebration Dinner. Fill your glasses with wine and toast to newfound friends.
    • Vienna: For your dining pleasure, you are offered a selection of Vienna's vibrant restaurants. With drinks, a delicious 3-course dinner and Gemütlichkeit in abundance, your Dine-Around Evening is a culinary experience not to be missed.

What's this trip about?

    Surprisingly, the vineyards, gabled shop fronts and opulent palaces play second fiddle to the scenery. Experience the magical, unrivalled beauty of the Alpine world, on-board the enthralling Glacier Express. Photo: Oberammergau Passion Play 2020

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityMunich
End CityZurich

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Austria
  • Switzerland
  • Germany
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Vienna

Activities

  • Culture
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

Trip includes

    • Our highly-skilled Insight Tour Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend in a foreign land
    • Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat touring coach, with extended Business Class legroom and on-board restroom
    • Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary
    • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door
    • Hotel and restaurant tips are included; you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency
    • Plus, we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels
    • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available)
    • From time to time, your Tour Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish - a local tidbit representing authentic food or beverages unique to the destination
    • Complimentary transfers from Munich Airport and to Zurich Airport are available at scheduled times only on arrival and departure days
    • Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, or additional accommodation has been booked through Insight Vacations, charged transfers are available
    • Alternatively, please make your own way from/to the airport.

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Day 1: Your Journey Begins

Board your overnight flight to Europe (not included).

Day 2: Welcome to Fun-Loving Munich.

Airport transfers leave Munich Airport for your hotel at 10:00 and 13:00. Join your Tour Director at 15:00 for an orientation. See the Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St Peter's Church and...

Day 3: Jewels of the Bavarian Alps.

Embark on an exciting visit to Neuschwanstein Castle, built as a retreat for the wildly eccentric King Ludwig II, bristling with turrets and pinnacles. See the exuberantly-decorated apartments including the Throne Room and Lohengrin Grotto. The rest of the day is free...

Day 4: The City of Mozart and on to Vienna.

A short drive over the Austrian border leads to Salzburg, ‘alive with the sound of music'. Sightseeing with a Local Expert will reveal the formal gardens of Mirabell Palace, the imposing fortress, the cathedral in the Old Town and Mozart's birthplace. After lunch, head for the Austrian capital of Vienna. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 5: Vienna and the Habsburgs.

In the morning, a Local Expert will reveal the highlights of Schönbrunn Palace, full of frescoed ceilings, crystal chandeliers, mirrors and gilded ornaments. Spend some time in the formal gardens before going on to view St Charles' Church, the Hofburg Palace, Parliame...

Day 6: Sleepy Austrian Byways to Villach.

Take a delightful drive through undiscovered Austria. Climb the dramatic Semmering Pass and stop in Kindberg with its colourful maypole. Continue south to the border to arrive in Villach, a town rich in contrasts as tradition blends with trendiness, historically a gat...

Day 7: Pass the Dolomites to Innsbruck and Oberammergau.

Pass the magnificent Dolomites as your journey continues through the High Alps to arrive at mountain-ringed Innsbruck. An orientation of Innsbruck shows you the 14th century houses of the old town, the impressive Imperial Palace and the delightful Golden Roof. Then co...

Day 8: The Passion Play.

(Relaxed Start) After a morning at leisure in charming Oberammergau, take your premium reserved seats to witness the world famous Passion Play, re-enacting the last days of Christ on earth. After a break for dinner in a local restaurant, the captivating performance continues into the evening. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 9: Through the Alps to Switzerland.

(Relaxed Start) Continue to Switzerland, driving along the beautiful Engadine Valley and on to the chic Alpine resort of St Moritz. Enjoy the marvellous scenery and fresh air or browse in the elegant boutiques. Another option is a ride on-board the Bernina Express. (Buffet Breakfast)

Day 10: All aboard the Glacier Express and on to Lucerne.

An unforgettable journey allows ice-capped mountains, stone-built villages and lush meadows to slip by the windows of your Glacier Express train. Ascend through the spiral tunnels of the Albula Pass and cross the Landwasser Viaduct before heading down through the Ober...

Day 11: Dinner at the ‘Roof of Europe’ in Stanserhorn.

(Relaxed Start) The morning is at leisure in this beautiful city with its 14th century covered wooden bridges, painted gables, old walls and watch towers of the medieval fortifications. Stroll across the Chapel Bridge to the Jesuit Church, or use your free time to sho...

Day 12: Leaving Zürich.

Your departure transfer arrives at Zürich Airport at 08:00. Please do not schedule any flights before 10:00. (Buffet Breakfast)

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Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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