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Atlas is proud to bring you the legendary Oberammergau Passion Play experience.
For this 2010 event, we will offer two extensions that are combinable with select 2010 river cruise vacations.
There is both a 3 night and a 4 night package. Below please find information on the 3 night package.
Cruise Extension WI, 3 nights
Day 1 Arrival in Innsbruck, Austria. (Sun.) Transfers from Nuremberg port, Munich airport, or by scenic Railjet Train from Switzerland to Innsbruck are available. At 6 pm, meet your Avalon Host for a welcome briefing at the hotel.
Day 2 Innsbruck-Garmisch Area, Germany. (Mon.) Enjoy a morning sightseeing walk of Innsbruck with a Local Guide, and visit ST. JAMES CATHEDRAL and the HOFKIRCHE. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore Innsbruck on your own, or take an optional excursion to the Swarovski Crystal World in Wattens. A late-afternoon transfer will take you to the Garmisch-Partenkirchen area for a 2-night stay. Meals: (B,D)
Day 3 Garmisch Area-Oberammergau. (Tue.) The morning is free to explore on your own, or you may take an optional excursion to visit one of King Ludwig II of Bavaria’s castles. After an early lunch, transfer to Oberammergau for the highlight of the vacation: the original PASSION PLAY. Dinner will be served during intermission. A lateevening transfer will take you back to the Garmisch area. Meals: (B,L,D)
Day 4 Garmisch Area-Munich. (Wed.) This morning, depart for Germany’s lively city—Munich. Transfer to Munich Airport is available. If you are continuing on one of Avalon’s cruises starting in Nuremberg, an afternoon transfer will take you to your ship for embarkation. Meal: (B)
What’s Included:
Welcome Briefing
Services of a professional Avalon Host
Guided sightseeing in Innsbruck
Inside visit of St. James Cathedral and the Hofkirche
Passion Play tickets
Meals: 3 buffet breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 2 dinners (D)
Superior Hotels:
Innsbruck: The Hilton Innsbruck
Garmisch Area: Hotel Alpenhof**
Note: Hotel accommodations are subject to change and are not guaranteed.
Priced from $2,140 per person land only, double occupancy Cruise Combinations
Cruise Extension WI—available weekly from May 16 - September 26, 2010
Combine the unforgettable Oberammergau Passion Play extension with one of the following river cruises, available on select departure dates
Atlas is proud to bring you the legendary Oberammergau Passion Play experience.
For this 2010 event, we will offer two extensions that are combinable with select 2010 river cruise vacations. A 3 night and a 4 night package. Below please find information on the 4 night package.
Cruise Extension WJ, 4 nights
Day 1 Arrival in Innsbruck, Austria. (Wed.) Transfer from the Nuremberg port or Munich airport is available. At 6pm, meet your Avalon host for a welcome briefing at your hotel.
Day 2 Innsbruck. (Thu.) This morning, a guided sightseeing tour of Innsbruck will include a visit to ST. JAMES CATHEDRAL and the HOFKIRCHE. The rest of the day is free for you to explore on your own, or you may choose to join the optional excursion to the Swarovski Crystal World in Wattens. Meal: (B)
Day 3 Innsbruck-Excursion to Oberammergau, Germany. (Fri.) This morning while en route to Oberammergau, visit one of King Ludwig II’s castles. After an early lunch, the highlight of the vacation: the original PASSION PLAY. Dinner will be served during intermission. A late-evening transfer will take you back to Innsbruck. Meals: (B,L,D)
Day 4 Innsbruck-Excursion to Bolzano & Merano, Italy. (Sat.) This morning, a comfortable motorcoach ride will take you across the famous Brenner Pass to Bolzano. After free time for lunch, a short guided walking tour will give you the opportunity to learn about the mixture of Tyrolean and Italian culture in this bilingual region. In the afternoon, visit the mountain resort town of Merano before returning to Innsbruck. Meal: (B)
Day 5 Innsbruck-Munich, Germany. (Sun.) This morning, transfer by scenic Railjet Train to Zürich, or depart for Germany’s lively city—Munich. Transfer to Munich Airport is available. If you are continuing on one of Avalon’s cruises starting in Nuremberg, an afternoon transfer will take you to your ship for embarkation. Meal: (B)
What’s Included:
Welcome Briefing
Services of a professional Avalon Host
Innsbruck: Guided sightseeing walk. Inside visit of St. James Cathedral and the Hofkirche
Passion Play tickets
Bolzano: Orientation walk
Merano: Orientation visit
Meals: 4 buffet breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 dinner (D)
Superior Hotels:
Innsbruck: The Hilton Innsbruck
Priced from $1,834 per person land only, double occupancy Cruise Combinations*
Cruise Extension WJ—Available weekly from May 19 - September 29, 2010
Combine the unforgettable Oberammergau Passion Play extension package with one of the following river cruises, available on select departures*:
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FREE companion airfare on 2009 air-inclusive European river cruise vacations.....
Travel is one investment that has great return. Knowing that you’re more careful than ever about spending your money, Globus is an undeniable value. Our river cruise prices include accommodations, local sightseeing, many meals and complimentary wine with dinner. You can feel confident investing your valuable river cruise vacation dollars with Globus.
FREE companion airfare on 2009 Globus Europe air-inclusive river cruise vacations.*
*Book a 2009 air-inclusive Avalon River Cruise Europe to receive the 50% off air per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between March 25-June 30, 2009. Full air taxes must be paid by traveler. Excludes first-class and business class air. Offers not valid with any other offer except Journeys Club and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
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Discount For Young Travelers
So, its now summer and what to do with the kids? How about a great Cosmos vacation?
Did you know?
Cosmos grants a 10-percent discount on the land-only price to travelers who are under 18 years old on the departure date, provided they are accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations, we do not accept children under eight years old because we’ve found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.
Families traveling on Tauck Bridges' Wonders of the Canadian Rockies save $180 per person for both children and adults!
Families sailing in cabin categories 1 and 3 on the July 4, 2009 departure of Tauck Bridges’ new Cruising the Blue Danube family cruise will save $1000 per person!
Tauck launched 2 new family journeys in 2009 – Majestic California: The Pacific, Redwoods and Yosemite and Cruising the Blue Danube. What’s more, Tauck has added more special experiences and including airport transfers on arrival and departure for every journey and cruise.
Tauck Bridges family adventures are all about families discovering, exploring, learning, seeing and doing together on the best family vacations. Ever. They’ll always remember these family adventures … and they’ll always remember you for helping them all be there to share a wonderful vacation.
What’s New in 2009!
* Majestic California: The Pacific, Redwoods & Yosemite – California dreams come true from San Francisco and Yosemite to Monterey.
8 days Jun-August 2009 From $2,698 per person quad plus airfare
§ Multi-night stays in San Francisco, Yosemite and Monterey
§ A moonlight train ride and a flashlight hike at Yosemite
§ The Monterey Aquarium and a choice of family adventures in Monterey
* Cruising the Blue Danube – This 8-day river cruise aboard Tauck's luxury riverboat includes medieval villages, an adventure rally and madcap mazes from centuries past.
8 days Jun – Aug 2009 From $3,290 per person double plus airfare
Tauck Partners’ Savings of $1,000 per person (children and adults) in categories 1& 3 on the July 4 departure
§ 7-night cruise on MS Swiss Emerald or MS Swiss Sapphire
§ Adventure rally race in and around Bratislava
§ Biking along the Danube in Germany and a visit to amazing Hellbrunn Castle in Salzburg
You remember the fun we had on special experiences for Tauck Bridges families only. We've been busy planning more once-in-a-lifetime adventures to "wow" you in 2009! Check out a few of them here:
* Private after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums – without crowds on Italia Bella: Rome to Venice and The Sweet Life: Rome & Sorrento
* Zip-lining on Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests
Speed-boating on the River Thames on Castles & Kings: London to Paris
Certain restrictions may apply; please inquire at booking. 1-800-942-3301
The Magic of Fall, Winter & Spring in Europe
Trafalgar is the world’s favorite provider of great value escorted tours to worldwide destinations. With over 60 years’ experience and the best tour directors in the industry, with a Trafalgar tour you will enjoy the perfect, hassle-free vacation.
Beginning May 26, book yourself and a companion on an air-inclusive First Class Trafalgar European vacation for travel from November 2009 to March 2010, and your companion flies for $99* (plus taxes of up to $160)!
A Great Value Vacation For All Seasons
Fewer Crowds and Great Savings: Save up to 35% when compared to summer travel, plus Trafalgar always saves you up to 40% off the cost of traveling on your own
First Class Itineraries: Expertly designed, authentically local European vacations featuring exclusive Be My Guest dining highlights, special Family Experiences departures and the personal concierge services of Trafalgar’s professional Tour Directors
* Terms & Conditions *Fly for $99 to Europe applies to a companion when two people are traveling on the same Trafalgar tour with the first person paying full air price. Air tickets must be booked and paid in full by July 31, 2009. Offer valid for new bookings only and valid for departures from Oct 22 – Mar 28, 2010, departures Dec 21 – 23, 2009 are excluded. Offer is not valid on Christmas Markets of Austria, Germany and Switzerland; Irish Highlights; and Rhine-Main Holiday Markets River Cruise. The rate for companion to Cairo is $399. Valid on British Airways and from British Airways U.S. gateways only and space is subject to availability. Fuel surcharges are included. Taxes and fees are additional and can cost from $80-$160 per person. Air tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and other restrictions apply. CST#2077132-20
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SAVE WITH VIKING RIVER CRUISES... This year, it is all about value.
A journey with Viking River Cruises has always been a great vacation value. You travel through exciting destinations in the heart of Europe, Russia, Ukraine, China or Egypt. Your ship is comfortable and intimate; every stateroom has a river view. And with Viking, everything is included—deluxe accommodations, all onboard meals, daily shore excursions, cultural enrichment activities and free shipwide wireless access on all our ships in Europe, Russia and Ukraine.
An all-inclusive river cruise costs less per day than you might otherwise spend for hotels alone. With Viking, you pay in U.S. dollars—and once you have paid, you have no worries about currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes or anything else. Guaranteed.
If you like ocean cruising, you will love river cruising. It is our goal to introduce as many people as we can to the joys of river cruising—and to welcome back previous guests who already know how great a Viking River Cruises journey can be. So our 2010 Early Booking Discount features:
Incredible 2-for-1 pricing on every river cruise itinerary
A discount of $800 per couple ($400 per person) on international air
Complimentary wine with dinner package
Get maximum value from your vacation investment with Viking River Cruises—and reap the rewards in terms of lasting travel memories. Call for more information or to make a reservation—the Early Booking Discount offer expires July 31, 2009.