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2020 Passion Play Tour
of Germany & Switzerland
June 11 – 22, 2020
Hosted by Luther & Cindy Oberhaus
Join members and friends of Our Savior Lutheran Church
on a 12-day adventure featuring the world-famous
Oberammergau Passion Play!
Our journey begins in cosmopolitan Berlin and we’ll then travel to some of the most significant places
of the Lutheran faith—Wittenberg, Erfurt, and Eisenach, among others. The historic and charming
cities of Leipzig, Würzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and Munich await us next, along with the
village of Oberammergau and the delightful castles of Linderhof and Neuschwanstein. Our journey
concludes with a stay in Switzerland to experience lovely Lucerne and the majestic Swiss mountain
scenery. Tour Hosts
Luther & Cindy Oberhaus
Don’t miss this Luther and Cindy Oberhaus spent
unique opportunity! their first 40+ years as Ohio
‘Buckeyes’ and now live in Louisville,
Kentucky. Retired now, Luther was
a marketing executive for a regional
meat company and Cindy worked
Tour Cost
$4,699 per person from Louisville, in IT for the past 25+ years. Luther
continues to direct a nearby Lutheran Church Choir (his first and
based on double occupancy
forever true vocation), as well as leading a weekly Bible study.
Register online at They have two grown children and two grandchildren. They have
organized and led groups of varying size on tours to Germany,
bookings.wittetravel.com Spain, Italy, France, the Netherlands, and beyond. “We enjoy
use booking code 061120OBER and encourage fellow travelers to explore and enjoy the culture
or complete and return the printed registration form. of each unique country we visit. We are Lutherans but always
inclusive other faiths.”
502-445-6999 | oberhaus01@att.net
June 2020
Thursday, June 11 Saturday, June 13 Sunday, June 14
Departure from the U.S. Berlin Wittenberg, Leipzig
The day of departure has After a good night’s sleep and This morning we’ll travel to
arrived! We’ll meet at the breakfast, we’re ready to do Lutherstadt-Wittenberg, the
airport in Louisville to check in some exploring! We’ll start “cradle” of the Reformation.
for the flights to Germany. Our the day with a visit to the Upon arrival, we’ll take a
adventure is beginning. Dietrich Bonhoeffer House, a guided tour of the Luther
(D-in flight) memorial to the life and work House, formerly a monastery
of the young German pastor and later Luther’s home,
Friday, June 12 who staunchly opposed the where some of the original
Berlin Nazi regime. We’ll then drive rooms are on display. We’ll also
Guten Tag, and welcome to along Under den Linden to visit St. Mary’s City Church,
Berlin! Following customs the Nicholas Quarter, the where Luther preached, and
formalities, we’ll meet our tour oldest part of Berlin. After the Schlosskirche (Castle
manager and board the waiting time for lunch, we’ll visit the Church). It was to the door of
motorcoach. An orientation Checkpoint Charlie Museum this church that Luther affixed
tour includes views of such and the Berlin Wall Memorial his 95 Theses in 1517, and it
famous sites as the majestic at Bernauerstrasse, followed contains the graves of Luther
Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, by some free time to do and Philipp Melanchthon, a
Kaiser-Wilhelm Memorial as we please and have an close friend to Luther and
Church, and Kurfürstendamm independent dinner. (B) fellow reformer. We also plan
— an area filled with cafés, to visit the Cranach Courtyard
restaurants, theaters, and and Workshop. Lucas Cranach
fashionable shops. Our tour the Elder is known as the
includes visits to the dome “Reformation painter,” since
of the Reichstag (the German his portraits of Martin Luther
seat of government) and the and his wife helped spread
Kaiser-Wilhelm Memorial the Reformation. Our day
Church, a symbol of peace and concludes in Leipzig, a city
reconciliation in the city. After steeped in musical tradition.
checking in at the hotel for a It was here that Johann
Villages of Ettal and
Oberammergau two-night stay, we’ll enjoy a Sebastian Bach spent his most
Brandenburg Gate, Berlin welcome dinner. (B-in flight, D) productive years, Richard
Wittenberg
Wagner was born, and Friedrich
Cover: Bavarian landscape
von Schiller composed his
“Ode to Joy” in a house just
outside town. (B, D)
Monday, June 15 Tuesday, June 16 Wednesday, June 17
Leipzig, Eisleben, Erfurt Eisenach, Erfurt Würzburg, Rothenburg
We’ll start the day with a Today we’ll take an excursion ob der Tauber
guided walking tour of Leipzig to Eisenach to visit the Our journey takes us to
that includes the Town Hall impressive Wartburg Castle, Würzburg today, a medieval
and St. Thomas Church. Bach perched on a rocky spur above city located in the center
was cantor of this church for town. It was here that Luther of German wine country.
27 years and Luther’s sermon worked on his translation of Here we’ll see the Würzburg
here, in 1539, effectively the New Testament from the Residence, one of the most
introduced the Reformation to original Greek text to German. resplendent palaces in Europe
this part of Germany. We’ll also We’ll see the Knight’s Hall, and a UNESCO World Heritage
see St. Nicholas Church, which the dining room, the Wartburg Site, and take in the view
was the rendezvous point for Museum, and Luther’s room. from the Marienberg Fortress
the “Peaceful Revolution” In town, we’ll visit St. George overlooking the Main River.
in 1989. We’ll then travel to Church, where Bach was This afternoon, we’ll continue
Eisleben, the small mining baptized and Luther preached to Rothenburg ob der Tauber,
town where Luther was born in 1521, even though he was a charming medieval city on
and where he died. We’ll officially banned from the Germany’s famed Romantic
visit Luther’s Death House Holy Roman Empire. Upon Road that is known for its
(museum) and visit the Church return to Erfurt we’ll visit the half-timbered houses, ornate
of St. Andrew where Luther Augustinian Monastery, where street signs, and city walls.
delivered the last sermons of Luther once lived and worked. A short walking tour takes us
his life and his funeral service We’ll also visit the massive past the Gothic Town Hall and
was held. We’ll then proceed Erfurt Cathedral and see the St. James’s Church, and we’ll
to Erfurt, known as the “Town Krämerbrücke (Merchants’ have time to explore and do
of Flowers,” where we’ll check Bridge), a unique structure some shopping. After dinner,
in for a two-night stay and have lined with quaint shops. The we’ll enjoy a Night Watchman St. Thomas Church, Leipzig
dinner. (B, D) rest of the afternoon and tour. (B, D) Eisleben
evening will be free to explore
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
on our own and have an
Passion Play
independent dinner. (B)
Oberammergau stage
Thursday, June 18 Friday, June 19
Romantic Road, Munich Ettal, Oberammergau
Departing Rothenburg, we’ll We’ll head southwest to Ettal
travel along the Romantic this morning, where we’ll
Road, making stops in a few of visit the Benedictine Ettal
the picturesque villages along Abbey as well as Linderhof
the way. We’ll then arrive in Palace, one of “Mad” King
Munich, Bavaria’s charming Ludwig II’s creations. With
capital. An orientation tour will its beautifully manicured
introduce us to this interesting grounds, it is a delight for
city and includes the visitors. The afternoon and
Marienplatz, where the life of evening are reserved for the
the city is concentrated. Here world-famous Passion Play!
we’ll see the Old Town Hall Performed in the lovely village
and the New Town Hall with its of Oberammergau every ten
famed Glockenspiel. We’ll also years, it draws people from
visit the beautiful Frauenkirche, around the globe. There will
a landmark and symbol of be afternoon and evening
Munich, followed by some sessions of this extraordinary
free time. Choose from one of play, with a break for dinner
Munich’s many restaurants for in between, and we’ll spend
an independent dinner. (B) the night in Oberammergau or
nearby. (B, D)
About the Passion Play:
From May to October 2020, thousands of people from all walks
of life will visit the Bavarian village of Oberammergau, located
in the beautiful Alpine region of southern Germany, to witness
a remarkable tradition that has been repeated every decade for
centuries: the Oberammergau Passion Play. Attending the play is
a powerful and inspiring experience. Featuring an amateur cast of
2,000 local actors, singers, and orchestra members, this visually
stunning performance begins with Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem
and ends with His resurrection and ascension.
Our tour includes tickets to the monumental play on Friday, June
19, which is performed in two sessions with a break for dinner in
between. The first part of the play will take place in the afternoon
(2:30-5:00 p.m.) and the second part will be in the evening (8:00-
10:30 p.m.).
The play is performed entirely in German, with a written
translation provided in English. For more information, please visit:
https://www.passionsspiele-oberammergau.de/en/home
Saturday, June 20 Sunday, June 21
Steingaden, Schwangau, Swiss Mountain,
Zurich Lucerne, Zurich
We’ll make a stop to see Today we’ll take a cable
the pilgrimage church car ride to the top of one
of Wieskirche in nearby of Switzerland’s stunning
Steingaden, and then mountains for a spectacular
continue to Schwangau view. Depending on the
to visit the fairytale castle weather forecast and
of Neuschwanstein. This conditions on the mountaintop,
is another of King Ludwig this may be done in the
II’s creations and his most afternoon instead. We’ll
famous; it was the inspiration also spend some time in
for the Cinderella Castle at beautiful Lucerne, known
Walt Disney World and is truly for its attractive covered
breathtaking! After touring the Kapellebrücke (Chapel Bridge)
castle and a chance to take and Lion’s Monument, before Neuschwanstein
photos, we’ll travel across returning to Zurich for a festive Lucerne region
the German-Swiss border farewell dinner. (B, D)
to Zurich, considered to be
the most important financial, Monday, June 22
industrial, and commercial Return to the U.S.
center of Switzerland. Upon Early this morning, we’ll
arrival, we’ll take a brief transfer to the Zurich Airport to
walking tour that includes a check in for our flights back to
visit to the Grossmünster, from Louisville. (B, L-in flight) Witte Tours arranged tours featuring the Oberammergau
whose pulpit Ulrich Zwingli Passion Play in 1980, 1984 (for a special 350th anniversary
established the Reformation in celebration), 1990, 2000, and 2010.
the German-speaking part of
We are pleased to again offer custom-designed tours in 2020
Switzerland. Then we’ll check in
that include the phenomenal, life-changing experience of
at the hotel for a two-night stay
attending the Passion Play.
and have dinner. (B, D)
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Dietary Needs:
Vegan Low Sodium Vegetarian Diabetic Gluten free Other____________________________________
Food allergies: ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������
Mobility concerns: (walker, wheelchair, etc)__________________________________________________________________________________________
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Mailing Address
Street Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City_____________________________________________________________________State_____________________Zip __________________________
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Emergency Contact
not traveling with you________________________________________________________________________ Phone (_______)_________________
Accommodations
Double occupancy. Roommate’s name:__________________________________________________________
Roommate not yet known Assistance needed finding a roommate
I understand that if a roommate is not available, I will be responsible for the cost of single occupancy.
Single occupancy ($4,699 + $500 per person = $5,199) The single supplement is for all nights of the tour except in Oberammergau.
Optional Travel Protection
Witte Travel recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your trip investment.
The per person premium for this travel protection is $322* for double or single occupancy.
I/we wish to purchase the travel protection at this time. Full payment of the plan cost is included with my deposit.
I/we wish to decline the travel protection at this time. I/we understand that travel protection can be purchased later, as long as it is done prior to making final
payment on the tour.
*It may be necessary to increase the trip cost insured on the travel protection plan for participants who purchase additional services and/or upgrade their
arrangements. This could increase the plan cost.
The full coverage terms and details, including limitations and exclusions, are contained in the insurance policy. To view/download the Policy based on your
state of residence at: http://policy.travelexinsurance.com/335A-1217.Travel Insurance is underwritten by, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company
(formerly known as Stonewall Insurance Company), 1314 Douglas Street, Suite 1400, Omaha, NE 68102. 4PZ
Travel Protection Information:
• You can enroll in this plan when you register for the tour or at any time prior to making final payment on the tour.
• The policy exclusion for pre-existing conditions is waived if you purchase within 15 days of making your initial trip payment, provided you are not
disabled from travel at the time you enroll and full trip cost is insured.
• The travel protection premium is nonrefundable after the 15-day review period, provided you have not departed on your trip or filed a claim.
• For more information and an outline of the included benefits, see “Optional travel protection” in the Terms and Conditions of your tour brochure.
• Any person who knowingly presents a false or fraudulent claim for payment of a loss or benefit or knowingly presents false information in an application
for insurance is guilty of a crime and may be subject to fines and confinement in prison. Please visit www.travelexinsurance.com/company/fraud-warning
to view the state specific fraud warnings or call 844.858.9910.
Special Arrangements
Upon confirmation of your special arrangements, a nonrefundable service fee of $75 per person will be added to your account along with any additional air or
land costs that may apply.
Domestic Flight Connections from_____________________________________________ to___________________________________________________ .
Special Air Arrangements: To spend additional time abroad, I/we would like to depart on_______________________ and return on_____________________ .
To request special land arrangements (car rentals, hotels, rail, etc.), include a note and we’ll contact you.
Signature
I/we have read, understand and accept the terms and conditions as outlined in the tour brochure. I/we acknowledge receipt of information
about Witte’s Travel Protection Plan as well as the Price Increase Rules.
1.________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date__________________
2.________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date__________________
Note – Payment reminders will be emailed to Passenger #1. If no email is provided, payment reminders will be sent by U.S. mail.
Early registration is encouraged!
Enclose your deposit of $650 per person. If you are purchasing Optional
Travel Protection, add the full plan cost to your deposit.
Return this form to Witte Travel & Tours
3250 28th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
061120OBER Oberhaus 2020 Passion Play APP OberhausCREDIT CARD PAYMENT FORM For office use only
2020 Passion Play Tour
of Germany & Switzerland
June 11 – 22, 2020
wittetours.com
$4,699 per person from Louisville Fax: 616.957.9716
based on double occupancy
It is not secure to e-mail the credit card form.
Please fax or mail back.
Name of Passenger(s):
1. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Type of card: Visa MasterCard Discover American Express
Credit card number___________________________________________________ Expiration date_____________________ Security code________________
Name as it appears on card________________________________________________________________________________________________________
(Please Print)
Billing address of credit card (if other than on application):
Street Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City__________________________________________________________________________State______________Zip ___________________________
Billing phone ________________ /_____________________________
I hereby authorize Witte Travel & Tours to charge this credit card for the deposit and full travel-protection premium
(if selected). Remaining payments may be made by going to bookings.wittetravel.com/login, by sending a check,
or by calling 1/800-469-4883. For security reasons, we are unable to store your credit card information.
Cardholder’s signature_______________________________________________________________________________ Date_________________________
For office use only
Reservation ID_________________________________________________
Payment Schedule:
Deposit of $650 per person with Registration Form
Payment of $1,000 per person by October 1, 2018
Payment of $1,000 per person by April 1, 2019
Payment of $1,000 per person by October 1, 2019
Balance due approximately 30 to 45 days prior to departure
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