Join us on an unforgettable journey through Germany as we walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther and the Reformers.
Visit the places where the Reformation changed the course of history—from Luther's birthplace and the Castle Church in Wittenberg to Wartburg Castle, where he translated the New Testament, and many other historic sites that shaped our Lutheran heritage.
This is more than a sightseeing tour; it's an opportunity for worship, learning, fellowship, and spiritual renewal alongside like-minded Lutherans who share a love for God's Word and the rich legacy of the Reformation. Come experience history where it happened and deepen your appreciation for the faith we confess today. Summit of Peace Lutheran Church
Optional Post-Tour Independent Package to Oktoberfest, Munich.
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ITINERARY
B-Breakfast, L- Lunch, D-Dinner
Day 1, Depart U.S.A. to Frankfurt, Germany
Day 2, Arrive Frankfurt Germany, Herzlich Willkommen in Deutschland! (B, D)
Upon arrival the group will be met at the airport by our professional European tour manager and will accompany the group throughout the journey. Your tour manager will escort the group to the waiting private motor coach. You begin the journey with a drive to the nearby city of Mainz, where the Roman relics give away the fact of its 2000-year heritage! After the long flight you will welcome the opportunity to stretch your legs as the tour manager leads the group on a brief walking tour through the old town with its magnificent baroque buildings; including a visit to the 1000-year-old Romanesque Mainz Cathedral to view the world-famous Chagall windows and Eduard Kreyssig's huge neo-Renaissance cupola of Christchurch at St. Stephan Church. Afterwards, the group will check-in to the hotel, have time to freshen up before our “welcome to Germany” dinner. Overnight Mainz
Day 3, Gutenberg Museum, Rhine River Cruise, Worms (B)
After a full German breakfast, the group begins the day with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum, to view the 2-copies of the Gutenberg Bibles (circa 1455), working replica of the original wooden press, and centuries-old manuscripts.
Next, we enjoy a relaxing Rhine River cruise. An unforgettable sightseeing cruise along the Rhine River, along one of the most picturesque stretches of this majestic Rhine waterway past magnificent castles and the fascinating backdrop of the Loreley Rock.
Afterwards, we begin our journey along the Reformation Road to the city of Worms. Just a short drive south to Worms is the location where Luther was summoned in 1521 to appear before an Imperial Diet to justify his conduct. We visit the world’s largest Memorial to the Reformation and the Church of the Holy Trinity, Peter’s Cathedral- one of the most exquisite examples of Romanesque architecture. We’ll learn more about another Reformer, William Tyndale, who finished his printing of the English Bible in Worms, escaping persecution in England. In 1525 his New Testament was printed and smuggled back into England. It was the first translation of the Bible from the original Greek into English (known to be the first translation of a Greek book into English.) Overnight Mainz
Day 4, Wartburg Castle, Eisenach, Bach Museum (B, D)
This morning we visit the magnificent Wartburg Castle. It was here where Luther took refuge while translating the New Testament into the German language. Our guided castle tour includes the chapel, and the Luther Room where “Junker Jörg” translated the Bible.
Afterwards enjoy a short 30- minute leisurely walk downhill along the Lutherweg “Luther Way” along the path walked by Luther from the Wartburg to Eisenach. Or you may ride the coach down the hill to the city center. Here you have time at leisure for lunch before our group visit at Bach Museum, which houses an extensive collection of instruments from the 16-19th century, including a musical performance on historical instruments. Our group will continue on to Erfurt for the next two nights. Overnight Erfurt
Day 5, Erfurt (B)
After breakfast our tour manager will lead a walking tour of the city including the medieval Kramer Bridge, the ensemble of the Church of St. Severus and St. Mary's Cathedral (where Luther was ordained), and the Augustinian Monastery where Luther lived as a monk from 1505-1511 and where he studied, worshiped, and was inspired to create the “Luther Rose”. This afternoon enjoy this beautiful city at leisure. Overnight Erfurt
Day 6, Buchenwald Memorial, Weimar, Leipzig (B, D)
Today we continue our journey to Leipzig, the city of music. Along the way we visit the Buchenwald Concentration Camp Memorial. This afternoon we stop in Weimar for a brief docent guided visit Herderkirche (City Church of St. Peter and Paul) dating from 1498, where Martin Luther preached and J.S. Bach performed. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1998. Here we view the world-renowned Weimar Altarpiece painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder and Younge. Next, we continue our journey to Leipzig. We check in to our hotel and our group will meet for dinner. Overnight Leipzig
Day 7, Sunday, St. Lukaskirche Worship Service SELK, Leipzig (B, L)
We awake in the majestic city of Leipzig, commonly known as “the city of music”. This morning our group will attend worship service (10AM) at St. Luke’s Church, Leipzig.
After church, we begin our guided walking tour including the privilege of visiting Nickolaikirch (St. Nicholas Church), the home of the faithful “Pray for Peace” Christians and the powerful force that transformed Germany’s East and West, and St. Thomaskirche (St. Thomas Church) where Luther preached and Johann Sebastian Bach performed and directed the famous St. Thomas Boys choir.
Along the way we stop to enjoy a group lunch around 1PM at the historic Auersbach Keller Restaurant and view the Reformation art display on the walls of the “Luther Room” and the “Wine Cellar Room”. On display is the reproduction (only one of its kind, original piece was destroyed) of the Leipzig Debate between Martin Luther and Dr. Eck. Afterwards, we continue our walking tour.
Later this afternoon and evening enjoy time at leisure in this marvelous city for independent exploration. The awesome musical and intellectual heritage of Leipzig goes far beyond Bach. It was here that Schiller wrote his immortal Ode to Joy later to be adopted as the principal theme of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony (written in Leipzig as well.) Music lovers may enjoy a stroll along the “Leipzig Music Trail” which links the places where composers Bach, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Wagner lived and worked. Or perhaps a visit to the Mendelssohn Haus Museum open 10a-6p, or the interactive Bach Museum open 10a-6p, home to the second-largest stock of Bach original in the world!
Optional musical performance to be determined by future scheduling. Overnight Leipzig
Day 8, Dresden (B)
Today you have a choice, enjoy a group visit to the city of Dresden with your tour manager, or explore Leipzig on your own- time for shopping, a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts open 10a-6p for classical and modern art, or the historic Stasi headquarters at the Museum in der Runden Ecke open 10a-6p, former local headquarters of the GDR’s secret police.
Join your tour manager for a full day excursion (2-hour drive) through the countryside to the city of Dresden, the fascinating city of art and culture. It’s Baroque buildings and museums featuring world-class art, and its lovely setting on the Elbe, combine to make it a stunning and beautiful city. Our group will be joined by a local guide for a city walk including the Old City, views of the Semper Opera, Court Church, and Zwinger Gallery and visit the Frauenkirche Protestant Church- destroyed in 1945 in a massive firebombing so intense the city of Dresden burned for nearly a week. Reconstruction of the church began in 1994 and after many years of rebuilding the church reopened in 2006.
This afternoon is at leisure in Dresden, for lunch and perhaps a visit to the Zwinger Art Museum housing works of art from the 15-18th centuries, revisit some of the sites on your walking tour or shopping for local crafts and traditional German products. Depart Dresden at 4pm and return to Leipzig for the evening. Overnight Leipzig
Day 9, Eisleben, Lutherstadt Wittenberg (B)
Today we continue our journey in the footsteps of Martin Luther in Lutherstadt Eisleben, Luther’s hometown and place where he spent his first and final days. Time for lunch before our private guided walking tour to visit the houses where Luther was born in 1483, and where he died in 1546, St. Peter and Paul Church where Luther was baptized and St. Andrew Church where Luther preached his last four sermons and where his body laid in state. Afterwards, our group continues to Lutherstadt Wittenberg, known as the “cradle of the Reformation.” We’ll check in to our hotel. This evening dinner is on our own at one of the local café’s, beer gardens, pizza shops or pubs. Overnight Wittenberg
Day 10, Wittenberg, Worship Service (B, D)
We awake in Lutherstadt Wittenberg, home to some of the most historic sights of Luther’s life and work. A local guide will lead our walking tour of the city including the places where Luther walked with his fellow Reformation colleagues.
Visit the awe-inspiring Schlosskirche (Castle Church) and its historic 95 theses door, St. Mary’s Church where Luther preached and the location of the beautiful Reformation theme altar painted by Lucas Cranach. Also visit the Lutherhaus Reformation Museum, home to the largest collection of Reformation artifacts in the world- and learn more about Luther’s family life, notably his wife, Katharina von Bora, and how she set the model for the Christian family and businesswomen.
This afternoon we attend worship service at one of the churches where Luther preached. Our group will gather this evening for a farewell dinner at one of the local restaurants. Overnight Wittenberg
Day 11 Tour Ends Group transfer to Berlin Airport for return flight.
Itinerary may be subject to change.
Oktoberfest Munich, Germany Independent Post-tour Extension
September 30- October 02, 2027
Day 11, Sept. 30 Train Transfer from Wittenberg to Munich (B)
Train transfer by German Rail from Wittenberg to Munich. Transfer from train station to hotel via Munich Public Transportation Ticket. Check-in to hotel for 2-night stay. Or transfer from train station to hotel by private taxi or UBER not included. Overnight Munich
Day 12, Oct. 01 Oktoberfest Celebration (B, L)
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Transfer round trip to Oktoberfest via Munich Public Transportation Ticket. Oktoberfest Admission and Tent Reservation including lunch and 1 beer. Overnight Munich
Day 13, Oct. 02 Check-out of Hotel (B)
Transfer from hotel to the airport is not included. Options for transportation include U-Bahn/S-Bahn @15Euro per person, taxi @45Euro per person, or UBER.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Travelers must travel with a passport valid for at least 6-months beyond your return travel date. Non-US passport holders contact LT for credentials required to travel.
Additional credentials to travel may be required. Continue to check up to the day of departure for any new requirements.
Tour level: Moderate Active Traveler, Walking Sightseeing Tour
This moderately active trip covers a fair amount of ground each day. Expect to spend two to three hours on your feet during each guided tour where you will encounter some uneven surfaces, stairs, and slopes. The pace is moderate. Most sightseeing is experienced during the daily guided walking tours and many of the historic sites you will visit date back hundreds to thousands of years. Walking may be on uneven surfaces, cobble-stones or pebbly stone pathways, and may not provide elevators and ramps for physically challenged travelers. If you or you will be traveling with someone who has difficulty walking, special needs -use a wheelchair, cane, walker, hearing or visually impaired please contact LutherTours.
TOUR INCLUDES
Relaxed Pace- time for reflection and spiritual inspiration
Professional Tour Manager with expertise in Reformation history
Our tour managers and local destination specialist are experts- sharing the nuances of the unique environments and making history come to life. Their extensive knowledge in Reformation and cultural history, will ensure you have an exceptional journey of enlightenment.
Deluxe Motor Coach will transport you in air conditioned comfort
9- Nights Charming 4-star Hotel Accommodations
Hotel Taxes
Breakfast Daily, 1- Group Lunch and 4- Group Dinners
Historic Auersbach Keller Restaurant group lunch
Gratuities for Included Meals
Life Enriching spiritual and cultural experiences daily
Professional Local Guides for museum and castle visits
Picturesque Rhine Rhine River Sightseeing Cruise
Wartburg Medieval Castle visit
Worship Service at the church where Martin Luther worshipped and preached
Walk the Luther Weg “Luther Way” walking trail
All Sightseeing and Admission as indicated in itinerary
Group Airport Transfers in Germany included with LutherTours group flight purchase
TOUR PRICE is Per Person based on double occupancy
$4,090 with 25+ travelers
$4,290 with 20+ travelers
$4,890 with 15+ travelers
Single Occupancy Add $850
Independent Post-Tour Package: Oktoberfest Munich, Germany Sept.30 - Oct.02, 2027 (2-Night)
Independent Package for those who wish to travel independently to Munich for Oktoberfest.
PACKAGE PRICE is Per Person based on double occupancy
$ 890 with minimum of 10 travelers
$ 1,290 Single Traveler
INCLUDES: Train Transfer Wittenberg to Munich, Germany, 2-Night Holiday Inn Munich City Center Hotel and breakfast daily, hotel tax, 48-hour Munich Public Transportation Train Ticket, 1-Day Oktoberfest Admission and Tent Reservation including lunch and 1-beer per person.
NOT INCLUDED: Transfer from Munich hotel to airport for return flight.
Tour prices subject to currency fluctuation.
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GROUP AIRFARE is additional to the tour price and requires a minimum of 10 travelers on the same flights.
Flight arrangements from Denver, CO to be advised 11-months prior to the travel dates.
Group Airfare includes group airport transfers in Frankfurt and Berlin, 1 each-checked bag/carry-on/and personal item, preassigned seat.
OPTIONAL GROUP AIRPORT TRANSFERS @ $50 per person, for those not purchasing group flight arrangements. Travel on the group coach with the group upon arrival in Frankfurt and for return group transfer to Berlin for the departure flights.
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PAYMENT
Deposit $350 per person (nonrefundable) along with a completed tour registration form
Balance due 75-Days prior to departure (a reminder will be sent)
NOT INCLUDED
Tour Gratuities: for tour manager, coach driver, local guides, hotel housekeeping approx. $125 per person. Gratuities payable to service providers directly from travelers while on tour.
Passport application fee. Visa fee if required, check with LT for requirements.
Meals not listed, personal items such as internet charges, telephone calls, travel insurance, flight arrangements any item not listed under “Tour Includes” shown above.
BOOKING AGREEMENT TERMS and CONDITIONS
Penalties up to 100% apply. Please be aware of the LutherTours complete Booking Agreement Terms and Conditions of Travel and Cancellation policy, a copy is included with each individual tour confirmation, available by contacting our office directly 1.844.777.1517 or online at www.LUTHERTOURS.com and click Terms & Conditions to view details.
All travelers must travel with a passport valid for at least 6-months beyond your return travel date. Non-US passport holders contact LT for additional credentials required to travel.
Requirements subject to change by local governments, continue to check travel requirements up to the day of departure.
LT and its travel partners reserve the right to alter the itinerary if necessary. Prices subject to currency fluctuation. Itinerary subject to change.
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