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Day 1 and 2 Depart USA, Arrive in Europe Depending on where you arrive and the time of your arrival, you may enjoy some sights  in Munich or Zurich before traveling to your hotel for overnight.

Day 3 Innsbruck   The capital of Austria's Tyrol region, Innsbruck is famous as the site of two winter Olympics. Follow your guide through the quaint medieval streets of Old Town to the sparkling Golden Roof. The glittering sloping roof has been an opulent landmark since the 15th century. You'll view Maria Theresa's Imperial Palace, the Triumphal Arch and visit the Hofkirche. Plus, you'll have time to explore the medieval city on your own.

Day 4 Salzburg   Enjoy a musical adventure as you explore the city of Mozart's birth, Salzburg. You'll visit the Cathedral and famous Horse Fountain. You'll view Hellbrunn Castle, Mirabell Palace and -- from across the river -- see Leopoldskron Palace which is famous as the film location for the "Sound of Music".

Day 5 Day of Leisure with Passion Play Option ($298)  (Note: exact day of this Leisure Day/Passion Play experience is subject to change due to availability of play tickets.) Your Optional Passion Play Ticket (additional cost $298) will include a seat at the historic Passion Play and motorcoach transfer to and from Oberammergau. In addition, your dinner on this night is also provided. The exact day you see the play may vary from what is listed here as the availability of play tickets varies daily. ABOUT THE PLAY: A thankful village promised God -- now that the Black Plague had left their small village -- they would show their gratitude by putting on a Passion Play. And to ensure future generations would always remember, they vowed to do the play every decade. Over 370 years later, you will watch a one-of-a-kind spectacular. The Oberammergau Passion Play is a 6-hour musical and dramatic performance that every Christian should see.

Day 6 Italy and the Brenner Pass    Have your camera ready as you travel through the breathtaking Brenner Pass. Winding for 12 miles, the pass was once an important Roman road. The pass still connects Austria with Italy and takes you to Bressanone. The historic city of Bressanone was founded in 910. Today its quaint beauty entices residents and visitors to linger. You'll enjoy a stroll past magnificent architecture and visit some of the town's famous landmarks, including the elegant Cathedral which was begun in the 10th century and rebuilt many times.

Day 7 Castles & Churches Today is full of photographic wonders. You will visit the beautiful Abbey of Ettal and the picture-perfect Church in the Meadow at Wies. You will tour the magnificent Castle of Linderhof, Mad King Ludwig's main residence. This small royal palace is a delightful fantasy home for any crazy king or up-and-coming mogul. Perhaps you will take a few ideas home for your next remodel!

Day 8 Day of Leisure with Optional Tour to Neuschwanstein Castle ($88)   Enjoy a day of leisure or an optional tour to the magical fairytale castle that was an inspiration to Walt Disney. Make your way up the steep rampway to the drawbridge and enter the beautiful castle of Neuschwanstein. This optional tour, while popular with visitors, requires you to be in good physical condition as there are many steep stairs and inclines.

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