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German Night
F. & A.M. German night
Itinerary:
Thu
Overnight flight from the USA to Frankfurt
Day 1
Cologne, Koblenz
The Cologne cathedral is an excellent example of the work operative masons achieved and are still capable of doing today. The Bauhuette or Building Lodge of the Middle Ages is still in some form in existence at present and work is ongoing, with the main aspect now to preserve the building. Next stop the Chocolate museum.  Onto Koblenz for dinner and wine tasting at one of the local vineyards.
Day 2
Rhine river, Ruedesheim, Heidelberg
Start the day with a 2 hour riverboat cruise through the Middle Rhine Valley with it’s quaint towns and numerous castles ending up in the wine town of Ruedesheim. A scenic cable car ride over the vineyards is possible if the weather permits. Spend the evening with a stroll thru the old town in Heidelberg.
Day 3
Strasbourg, Black Forest
On the way to the Black Forest you will stop across the border in Strasbourg, France, to see the cathedral, another spectacular example of the work done by the old Lodges. A stop at the Vogtsbauernhoefe, an open air museum showing the farm life in the Black Forest during the 16. and 17. centuries.  Driving along part of the “German Clock road” you will experience this world famous area, with it’s idyllic villages and cuckoo clocks. Yes, you will be able to enjoy some original Black Forest Cherry Tort.
Day 4
Fuessen, Oberammergau
Neuschwanstein, King Ludwig’s most famous castle will be visited today and free time to explore the typical Bavarian town of Oberammergau
Day 5
Munich
Munich is yours to explore today. Enjoy the old town, the Viktualien market, the beer gardens at the foot of the Chinese Tower and in the evening a possibility of dinner at the original Hofbraeuhaus.
Day 6
Salzburg, Berchtesgaden
Mozart’s city of Salzburg is at your pleasure today, with a visit to the gardens of Chateau Hellbrun. The afternoon brings Berchtesgaden and a ride (weather permitting) in a special bus and the brass elevator up to the Eagle's Nest, Hitler’s mountain top retreat.
Day 7
Herrenchiemsee, Dachau
A boat ride takes you to the island of Herrenchiemsee and the splendor of Fairytale King Ludwig’s palace.
A 2 hour stop over at the former Dachau concentration camp with a short invocation to the memory of the brethren who perished there.
Day 8
Rothenburg ob der Tauber,  Bayreuth,  Bad Steben
The medieval town of Rothenburg is a must do on the list of places to see and is waiting for you today.
In Bayreuth, the city of composer Richard Wagner, you will be able to visit Germany’s oldest Masonic museum.
Day 9
Bamberg
After a morning excursion to Bamberg the Brethren will visit one of the area lodges .
A special treat for the Ladies. An afternoon at the spa. The excellent, experienced personnel at the hotel will treat you to a pampering, relaxing afternoon.
Day 10
Nuremberg
The day is spend exploring this city and yes, this is your last chance to do your shopping.
Day 11
Flight home from Nuremberg
B = Breakfast buffet       L = Lunch       D = Dinner
We reserve the right to adjust or modify the tour itinerary if necessary, without prior notice.