DAY 2: Berlin - Wittenberg

This morning Board the coach for driving south through the German countryside, past the remnants of the former East German border and into the “Lands of Luther” for Wittenberg, home to the most historic sights of Luther’s life and work. The sightseeing tour of this fascination city begins at the inspiring Castle Church, and the historic "Theses Doors", the beautiful "Stadtkirche" with its marvelous Cranach Altarpiece; visit the Lutherhalle, home to the largest collection of Reformation artifacts in the world. Dinner and overnight.

DAY 3: Dresden

Following breakfast depart for Dresden, a fascinating city of art and culture. The exceptional artistic and architectural heritage makes Dresden one of the most prestigious cultural centers of Europe. Dresden’s magnificent Baroque buildings, museums featuring world-class art, and its lovely setting on the Elbe, combine to make it a stunning and beautiful city. Explore on a city tour the Old City of Dresden, including the Semper Opera, the Court Church, and the Zwinger Gallery and the Frauenkirche, the most important Protestant Church in pre-war Germany, destroyed in 1945 in a massive firebombing so intense the city of Dresden burned for nearly a week. Reconstruction of the Frauenkirche began in 1994 and after many years of rebuilding was rededicated in 2006. This afternoon enjoy a leisurely boat ride on the lovely Elbe. Overnight.

DAY 4: Leipzig – Eisleben - Erfurt

An early morning departure to Leipzig where Luther preached, and Bach served as cantor. Visit the magnificent St. Thomas Kirche, St. Nicolai Kirche and the Market Square with its fine Renaissance buildings. Afterwards continue on to Eisleben and tour the houses where Luther was born in 1483 and where he died in 1546, and St. Peter’s Church where Luther was baptized, St. Andrews Church where Luther preached his last four sermons, and where his body was laid in state. Continue on to Erfurt for overnights.

DAY 5: Erfurt

The spiritual home of Martin Luther. It was here that Luther obtained a degree in 1502 and a doctorate in the faculty of philosophy in 1505 and where he took the decisive step to turn to theology and the monastic life when he was caught in a violent thunderstorm nearby and took a vow to become a monk. Our walking tour begins in the historical section of the city including St. Mary’s Cathedral, where Luther was ordained as a priest, the Augustinian Monastery with a permanent exhibit depicting Luther’s life as a monk in Erfurt, and to the church of St. Severus, where Luther preached his sermons. This evening is at leisure in the lovely restored market place to enjoy dinner at one of the local cafes and restaurants. Overnight.

DAY 6: Eisenach - Rothenburg o.d. Tauber

Following breakfast drive to Eisenach to visit St. George’s Church where St. Elisabeth was married and J.S. Bach baptized. Then tour the Luther House where Luther lived as a student with the Cotta family from 1498-1501, and the Luther exhibition documenting his life and theologies. The next stop takes you to the magnificent Wartburg Castle and take a tour of the Palas (Great Hall), Art exhibition, the Elisabeth Hallway and the Luther Room where “Junker Jörg” (the Knight George) translated the New Testament into German. In the afternoon board the coach for Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Overnight.

DAY 7: Rothenburg – Augsburg

Rothenburg o.d. Tauber: Take a glimpse into the middle-ages, at perhaps the most famous town on the “Romantik Road”, a nearly intact medieval walled-city without a single modern building within and tour the city to view the Rathaus, the Glockenspiel and St. Jakobkirche’s famous altar carving by Tilman Riemenschneider and the Castle Gardens. Leisure time to stroll the cobblestone lanes with their wonderful variety of shops. Kathe Wolfahrt’s year-round Christmas Village is a must! Walk along the medieval walls that encircle the town, or just relax and enjoy this quaint town. In the afternoon travel the “Romantic Road” past quaint towns and villages before arriving in Augsburg: its magnificent Renaissance buildings - dated from the 15th and 16th centuries - give the city its unique character. Martin Luther stayed at the monastery of St. Anna church in 1518, during his confrontation with Cardinal Cajetan. Overnight.

DAY 8: Bavarian Castles

This morning drive to nearby Fussen, located at the foot of the Alps and visit the famous castles of “Mad” King Ludwig, Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace with its ornate suites, Venus fern grotto and beautiful gardens. Overnight in Oberammergau area.

DAY 9: Munich

Following late breakfast board the coach for Munich, the capital of Bavaria. Tour the historic old city with its famous buildings and squares including the Marienplatz with the town hall and its "Glockenspiel" and the "Frauenkirche" (Church of our Lady) with its distinctive onion-topped towers. Balance of the day at leisure. In the evening enjoy a typical Bavarian folkloric dinner. Overnight Munich or nearby.

DAY 10: Departure

Transfer to Munich Airport and departure.