Upon arrival in the enchanting city of Prague, with its 1,100 year old skyline, domed rooftops, soaring steeples, and countless spires, we are greeted by our tour escort and start on a panoramic tour of the city before transferring to the hotel for dinner and overnight. (D)

Drive through the province of Utrecht and the World War II battlefields at Arnhem to the German Rhineland. There will be a lunchtime stop in Cologne for a visit to the spectacular Gothic cathedral and in the afternoon we will board an excursion steamer and cruise on the romantic Rhine past castle-crested cliffs, romantic vineyards and trim half-timbered towns. We will continue on to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university city of “Student Prince” fame. Mass will be celebrated at the Church of the Holy Spirit located in the middle of the market place in the old center not far from the castle. Dinner and overnight at our hotel in the Heidelberg area. (B,D)

Before leaving Heidelberg, we will stop at its castle perched above the city and offering splendid views. Continue to picturesque medieval Rothenberg and in the afternoon follow the scenic Romantic Road. We will drive the short distance to Worms – an important center of the Reformation to see the impressive Monument to the Reformation and the Cathedral. Worms is the site of Luther’s trial for heresy. It was in the Cathedral, standing before the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V, that he uttered his faith affirming, death defying proclamation: “Here I stand. I can do no other. God help me.” Overnight in the peaceful Bavarian Alps, in or near the Passion Play village of Oberammergau. Mass will be celebrated at the Church of St. Peter and Paul, it dates back to the 18th century (B,D)

Today’s activities will be the focus of our tour – Oberammergau, the Passion Play. In this charming setting, surrounded by unforgettable mountain views, we will share the last week of Christ’s life with the people of this village. Mass will be celebrated again at St. Peter and Paul Church Dinner and overnight.(B,D)

Choice photo stops this morning at the pretty Rococo church in Wies and Mad King Ludwig’s fanciful castle of Neuschwanstein. From here we will descend to Lake Constance – Europe’s largest sweet-water reservoir—and follow the course of the Rhine River up to the pocket-sized Principality of Liechtenstein. Later, drive the alpine heart of Switzerland, picture-book Lucerne. Mass will be celebrated at the Jesuit Church, the first largest Baroque church built north of the Alps. Overnight at Lake Lucerne. (B,D)

Lucerne reflects medieval heritage in its splendor. See the impressive city walls, the famous covered Wooden Bridge, ornate patrician houses lining cobbled streets, and the impressive Lion Monument. We will have the balance of the day at leisure. Mass will be celebrated at St. Karl Church Dinner and overnight at our hotel. (B,D)

We have an early morning departure today. Tidy villages and prosperous farms are our last Swiss impressions as we enter France near Easel. Speeding through Burgundy we will view some of the world’s most famous vineyards. Our guide will point out Fontainebleau Palace and Forest, a former hunting preserve of nobility, as we drive north to the Belgian Capital. Mass will be celebrated at the Church of St. Michael and St. Gudula. The church received Cathedral status in 1962. St. Michael and St. Gudula are the Patron Saints of the City of Brussels. Dinner and overnight Brussels. (B,D)

Today sightseeing will begin with a drive north to Brussels, the Belgian capital. A sightseeing tour will include the Grand Palace, the Palace of Justice and the Royal Palace. In the afternoon we will continue our journey by driving via Antwerp ending the day in the Netherlands. Mass will be celebrated at the Blessed Trinity Church, a church dedicated to St. Francis Xavier. Dinner and overnight. (B,D)

We proceed to the airport for our transatlantic flight home, where we arrive home the same day taking with us many blessings and memories to last us a lifetime. (B)
* (B,L,D) = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• 7-9 x pairs of underwear, sock
• 2-3 x loose, lightweight trousers or skirts– one full length and one cropped pair would be ideal
• 2-3 x shorts (if in warmer season)
• 2-3 x long, loose shirts
• 4-5 x t-shirts or tops (think layers in wintertime)
• 2-3 evening tops
• 1-2 pairs of comfortable walking/running shoes
• 1 x pair of more formal shoes
• 1 rain/wind-proof jacket
• 2-3 sweaters or other colder-weather gear
Scarf – Men and women wear scarfs throughout the year, especially in fall and winter.
• sunglasses
• sun hat
• toiletries
• 1 x day bag
• 1 x evening bag
• European adapter
• Phone, camera and any other electronics needed
• passport and travel docs
• insurance

Cash is truly king here, and many smaller businesses may not be too obliging if you use plastic, particularly for smaller purchases. That said, most major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express to certain extent) are accepted, and ATMs are ubiquitous. The cash machines are also often your best for lowest exchange rates, so try to skip the exchange houses at first.

Tipping is not obligatory, but is appreciated. There is no standard for you to follow, but consider rounding up on restaurant bills, and adding a euro while paying for a taxi-ride. Please note that tips should be in cash.

Internet connectivity on your mobile device is available throughout most of the country, but unless you have unlimited roaming, your bill may leave you a nasty surprise. If your mobile phone allows for it, and you are in need of constant connectivity, you can always purchase a local SIM card and a prepaid plan. This provides you with. Local phone number and internet access, allowing for your mobile phone to double as a modem through the mobile hotspot function.