Experience a spiritual journey through Germany, visiting historic cities and sacred sites. Explore Augsburg, Heidelberg, the scenic Black Forest, and vibrant Munich. Highlights include guided tours, visits to magnificent abbeys and castles, and opportunities for Mass at renowned churches, all set amid Germany’s rich Catholic history, cultural and natural landscapes.
Meet at MSP Terminal 1 at 1:00 PM to take our 3:55 PM Lufthansa International flight.
Celebrate Mass at the magnificent Ettal Abbey, a Benedictine monastery nestled in the Bavarian Alps. Founded in 1330, this stunning baroque complex is both a place of worship and a center of monastic life.
Explore King Ludwig’s majestic castle, the Cinderella-style Neuschwanstein and the King’s former residence.
Enjoy a guided tour of the perfectly preserved medieval city of Heidelberg nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Admire the panoramic view of the city passing by the Old Bridge to the other banks of river, where the Heidelberg Castle is located. Discover interior of iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle, a palace of kings and nobles for centuries. In the cellars you can see the Heidelberg Tun, the world′s largest wine barrel. See marketplace with the Town Hall, the Church of the Holy Spirit located nearby, Students’ Jail, Old University and have a walk on the main street.
Enjoy a relaxing break in the elegant spa town of Baden-Baden, famous for its historic thermal baths, grand architecture, and charming atmosphere. Stop for lunch at your leisure, choosing from a variety of cafés and restaurants. Enjoy independent sightseeing—stroll through picturesque streets, visit the lush Lichtentaler Allee, or explore boutique shops and cultural highlights at your own pace. Then continue to Freiburg.
Drive to Saint Peter, and explore the Abbey Church of Saint Peter in the Black Forest on a guided tour. The tour includes the church itself, the historic library, and, if available, the banquet hall. Discover the rich history, stunning architecture, and cultural treasures of this historic monastery.
See the Triberg Waterfalls, where the Gutach River drops over seven cascades through the Black Forest. The falls are known for their impressive height, constant flow year-round, and scenic forest setting. The area also features rich wildlife and classic Black Forest scenery. Walking trails from the bus take about 5 minutes to the main entrance, and the first viewpoint is reached in roughly 10 minutes. Two paths are available with different steepness. The gentler path uses switchbacks for an easier ascent and leads to a platform where you can see the main cascade of the Triberg Waterfalls and the surrounding forest scenery. Further sections of the trails are steeper and may include steps and uneven ground.
Discover St. Blasien Cathedral, one of the largest domed churches in Germany. See the impressive dome and ornate interior of this Baroque masterpiece.
Enjoy city sightseeing tour of Munich with local guide. Visit includes Marienplatz with the world famous 'Glockenspiel' and the twin-towered Frauenkirche, the most familiar landmark of old Munich.