[printfriendly]Key: IF = In Flight Meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Day 1: Tuesday, June 28, 2022: Depart
We will depart from the USA. Group flights can be arranged from St. Louis. Reformation Tours can also arrange pre-tour nights in Berlin for anyone who wishes to travel before the tour begins. Click here for some ideas of things to do in Berlin. (IF)

Day 2: Wednesday, June 29, 2022: Berlin, Wittenberg
Welcome to Germany! On arrival in Berlin, travelers will transfer to the pre-tour hotel. After time to explore, purchase lunch, and shop, we will gather back at the hotel to begin the tour (time will be confirmed once we know all the flight arrival times.) We will start our Reformation Tour with a panoramic sightseeing tour of the reunified German capital, highlighting the Reichstag (parliament building), the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, the refurbished city center and Gendarnmenmarkt. We will also see Alexanderplatz, the famous boulevard “Unter den Linden”, and the Berlin Cathedral. We will continue to Lutherstadt-Wittenberg and check in our hotel. We will dine in our hotel this evening. (B/D) 

Day 3: Thursday, June 30, 2022: Wittenberg
This morning our local guide will take us on a tour of Lutherstadt Wittenberg. It was here in 1517 that Martin Luther nailed his famous 95 Theses to the door of Castle Church (Schlosskirche). Although the original doors were destroyed in the Seven Years War, we can see Luther’s texts cast in bronze on the new doors.  We will visit St. Mary’s Church where Luther regularly preached and visit the Old Latin School next door. Luther’s former home, the Lutherhalle, is now a Reformation Museum and we will see where he lived with his family, as well as some of Luther’s very own personal library, rare manuscripts, and early Bibles. We will arrange for a time of fellowship today, either in the Old Lutheran School, or with the Wittenberg English Ministry. The rest of the day will be free to explore independently. (B) 

Day 4: Friday, July 1, 2022: Eisleben, Leipzig
This morning we drive to Eisleben, where Luther was born and also where he died. It is sometimes referred to as his Bethlehem and Jerusalem. We’ll visit both these homes with our guide, as well as St. Anne’s, an old miner’s church famous for the Biblical Scenes hewn in stone. We will also visit St. Peter and St. Paul Church where Luther was baptized, and St. Andrews, where he preached his last sermon. In the afternoon, we will continue on to Leipzig. Luther was here more than once, but Leipzig is really the town of Johann Sebastian Bach. Bach served as cantor in St. Thomas Church for 27 years. We will attend the motet concert at 6 PM this evening in St. Thomas’, then dine in our hotel. (B/D)

Day 5: Saturday, July 2, 2022: Leipzig
Today we will explore one of Europe’s flourishing trade and commercial centers during the Middle Ages which became the center of resistance to Communist rule a quarter century ago. Here we have the privilege of visiting the Nikolaikirche (St. Nicholas Church), the home of the faithful “Pray for Peace” Christians, and the powerful force that transformed Germany’s East and West. In 1989, thousands of East Germans gathered by candlelight in this church to form human rights and pro-democracy demonstrations that led to the destruction of the infamous Berlin Wall and the dissolution of East Germany. Another Leipzig highlight is our visit to Thomaskirche (St. Thomas Church), where Luther preached and Johann Sebastian Bach performed and directed the famous St. Thomas Boys choir. This evening will be free and concert tickets can be arranged (B).

Day 6: Sunday, July 3, 2022: Erfurt, Eisenach
After breakfast, we attend the Sunday morning service at St. Thomas’, then travel to Erfurt. In the afternoon our local guide will take us on a tour including St. Mary’s Cathedral, St. Severin’s Church and the famous Merchant’s Bridge. We will also tour the Augustinian Monastery where Luther became a monk on July 17, 1505. We will be able to see his monastic quarters, including one cell furnished to look as it would have when he lived there. After the tour we will continue on to Eisenach and check into our hotel. We will have fun dinner tonight in a medieval-style restaurant featuring foods from Luther’s time. (B/D)

Day 7: Monday, July 4, 2022: Eisenach
In 1521, while fleeing from the wrath of the Pope, Luther took refuge in the Wartburg Castle after a fake kidnapping staged by his friend and protector, Frederick the Wise. We will tour the Wartburg and see where Luther finished translating the New Testament into German in just eleven weeks. We will end the tour with a group lunch. In the afternoon we will have a city tour, then enjoy free time before a special after-hours evening at the Bach House. (B/D)

Day 8: Tuesday, July 5, 2022: Worms, Rothenburg
We will journey south today to Worms, where we will visit the site of the Diet of Worms, now a park, with a plaque commemorating Luther’s brave stand for faith and truth. We’ll have a photo stop at the stunning Reformation Monument. We will visit Worms Cathedral, then continue on to medieval Rothenburg. The rest of the day will be at leisure to relax or join the Night Watchman on his nightly tour. (B/L)

Day 9: Wednesday, July 6, 2022: Augsburg, Neuschwanstein, Oberammergau
We will start our day by travelling down the fabled “Romantic Road,” a famous and popular tourist route, displaying a rich and varied cultural landscape, through the Franconian wine country to Bavaria. We will pass small historic villages full of their original charm on our way to Augsburg, another German Reformation city. We will learn from our expert guide about the Augsburg Confession and the 1555 Peace of Augsburg while we tour St. Anne’s Church.  We will then continue on to King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein Castle. After time to explore this fairytale castle,  we will finish our day with our arrival in the Oberammergau area. We will check in to our hotel and have a delicious dinner. (B/D)

Day 10: Thursday, July 7, 2022: Oberammergau
The morning is free to stroll around Oberammergau before eating lunch and heading to the Passion Play. The seven-hour performance is truly a moving experience as we witness the passion of Jesus, recalling how He gave His life so that we might be forgiven. Gathered together with Christians from around the globe, this once-a-decade play is an unforgettable experience. (B/L/D)

Day 11: Friday, July 8, 2022: Munich
After a leisurely breakfast, we will drive up to Munich. In the afternoon we will have a guided walking tour of Munich, ending with a fun meal at the Hofbrauhaus. (B/D)

Day 12: Saturday, July 9, 2022: Return
We will leave this morning and drive to Munich Airport for our flight home. Click here for some ideas of things to do in Munich if you’re staying longer. (B)

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What are accommodations like?

Our hotels are chosen for their quality, amenities and proximity to areas of interest. Whenever possible, we choose hotels in town centers, so that you are able to go off and explore in your free time. It may be necessary for us to substitute hotels for others of equal quality. You will be fully informed of any changes that affect you. Enjoy your stay!

Optional pre-tour hotel in Berlin, Germany

Berlin, Germany
dates as requested
Scandic Hotel Kurfürstendamm
Augsburger Str. 5
Berlin, 10789

Wittenberg, Germany
June 29-July 1, 2022
Luther-Hotel Wittenberg
Collegienstraße 62
06886 Lutherstadt Wittenberg

Leipzig, Germany
July 1-3, 2022
Radisson Blu Hotel Leipzig
Augustusplatz 5-6
04106 Leipzig

Eisenach, Germany
July 3-5, 2022
Vienna House Thüringer Hof
Karlsplatz 11
99817 Eisenach

Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber, Germany
July 5-6, 2022
Prinzhotel Rothenburg
Hofstatt 3
91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Oberammergau Area
July 6-8, 2022
Hotel Schillingshof
Fallerstraße 11
D-82433, Bad Kohlgrub

Munich, Germany (same hotel for post-tour)
July 8-9, 2022
Flemings Hotel München-Schwabing
Leopoldstraße 130-132
80804 München

Arrival and Departure Transfers

Transfers are automatically included if we have booked your flights.

If you have booked your own flights, we can still provide transfers, as long as we have your flight details on file and a phone number to give to the driver. We will include your transfer information in your final packet. Transfers will be arranged for each arrival, so that you won’t have to wait for other tour members if their flight is delayed. Transfers can be arranged for the day of your choosing, but we can’t arrange transfers if you arrive or depart by train.

Please note that individual transfers are booked through a third-party and you will be responsible to communicate with the company in case of delays.

Flight Information

As travelers are coming from so many different places, group flights are not available for this tour.

Option 1: You may request a flight quote from us by filling out this form. Payment is due at the time of booking.

Option 2: You may book your own flights, making sure you land on the morning of June 29, 2022 no later than 10:00 AM.  If you would prefer to arrive earlier, we can arrange a pre-tour hotel night in Berlin. You are welcome to depart at any time on July 9. Please send us a copy of your flight itinerary for our records as soon as you have booked it.

Please note that if you would like to use air miles you will need to book directly with the airline.

We can arrange pre-tour nights in Berlin and post-tour nights in Munich, but due to the volume of tours in 2022, we are not able to arrange additional travel within Europe.

What’s included in the land price of *$3,799?

*Price based on a minimum of 35 participants.

Your Tour Includes

•   Transportation: via deluxe air-conditioned coaches
•   Accommodations (double-occupancy) in superior 3-star and moderate 4-star hotels
•   Category 1 seats for the Oberammergau Passion Play
•   Meals as indicated in the itinerary
•   Professional Tour Director throughout the tour
•   Local step-on guides for city tours and major attractions
•   Admission to all activities indicated in the itinerary
•   Group arrival and departure transfers
•   Baggage handling (1 piece of baggage per guest)
•   All taxes and tips, except as indicated below

Your Tour Does Not Include

•   Round-trip air transportation
•   Individual arrival and departure transfers
•   Single supplement ($550)
•   Meals and beverages not identified in itinerary
•   Items of a personal nature, such as passports and visas. Passports must be valid for 6 months beyond return date.
•   Passenger trip cancellation insurance (details sent with reservation form)

Payment Schedule

The deposits can be paid online or by check sent to Reformation Tours, 64 Fiesta Cir, St. Louis, MO 63146.

Postponed travelers – if you have a credit voucher we will send you an updated invoice, so there’s no need to send the initial deposit.

•   Initial deposit of $1,000 will secure your place on the tour
•   Final invoices will be sent in March 2022
•   Final payment is due by April 19, 2022
•   Reservations will be accepted after April 19, 2022, subject to availability
•   Gratuities for the tour director and driver

Insurance

We will continue to assist clients who have a current policy with Roam Right Insurance, a division of Arch Insurance Company. Policies are now transferable to tours in 2021 and 2022.

If you don’t have insurance yet, we are now partnering with an award-winning company called Squaremouth, which helps travelers search, compare, and buy the best travel insurance for the lowest price. They offer excellent customer support and can help you find the best policy for your trip.

Cancellation

Regardless of reason, cancellations are costly. All cancellations must be in writing and the date of postmark will determine the amount of refund due. For flight changes or cancellations, revision fees and/or airline cancellation charges will apply. Roommates canceling can result in a single supplement charge for the roommate. The Participant who cancels will be responsible for that charge if a substitute roommate cannot be found. Cancellation and Interruption Insurance is strongly recommended.

Oberammergau ticket deposits ($750) are non-refundable, but we will endeavor to find replacement travelers.

The following cancellation penalties apply, unless otherwise noted on the tour documentation:

From time of deposit to until January 1, 2022: $850 cancellation penalty plus any non-refundable deposits
From January 2, 2022 to May 16, 2022: $1,350 cancellation penalty plus any non-refundable deposits
From May 17 – 30, 2022: Cancellation penalty is 60% of land costs plus any non-refundable deposits
From May 31 – June 13, 2022: Cancellation penalty is 80% of land costs any non-refundable deposits
From June 14 to departure: No refund

Terms and Conditions

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Please note that all travelers are required to be fully-vaccinated against Covid.

Reformation Tours reserves the rights to alter itineraries without notice should it become necessary. While on tour, if conditions necessitate changes, or if certain features are unavailable or limited, we reserve the right to vary or substitute alternatives. All prices are calculated at the exchange rate in effect at the time of this quotation: 1 Euro = $1.1864. Should currency fluctuations necessitate an adjustment in tour price, the adjusted price will be reflected in the final invoice.