Experience one of the world’s greatest dramatic spectacles amid storybook Bavarian landscapes—the extravagant Passion Play staged once a decade by the quaint village of Oberammergau. With a cast of thousands and a legacy that encompasses nearly four centuries, Oberammergau is a rare and exceptional tradition.

This custom itinerary, effortlessly blending remarkable history with stunning scenery, features an exclusively chartered, five-night deluxe cruise along the Danube River, two nights in the idyllic Bavarian Alps and two nights in Munich. Visit four countries—Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany—and enjoy excursions to medieval Salzburg. Tour Budapest’s most historic landmarks, the world-class city of Vienna, 11th-century Melk Abbey and medieval Bratislava.

Many of the cities and towns being visited were founded centuries ago, and the terrain is rugged. Therefore, a fair amount of walking along narrow cobblestone streets, stone floors or uneven and/or slippery terrain and climbing several flights of stairs (some without railings) is to be expected. Walking excursions often cover distances of at least one mile/1.6 km and are approximately three hours in length.

The deadline to register for this once-in-a-lifetime experience was March 7, 2019. As a result, this trip is now sold out.

Prague, Passau, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest

Day      Destination
Day 1: Depart the U.S. or Canada
Day 2: Arrive in Budapest, Hungary/Embark ship
Day 3: Budapest
Day 4: Bratislava, Slovakia
Day 5: Vienna, Austria
Day 6: Melk
Day 7: Passau, Germany/Disembark ship/Salzburg, Austria/Oberammergau, Germany
Day 8: Oberammergau Passion Play
Day 9: Oberammergau/Neuschwanstein Castle/Munich
Day 10: Munich
Day 11: Munich/Return to the U.S. or Canada

*Cruise itinerary subject to change.