Oberammergau. Passion Play August 15 25, Switzerland France Germany. Weldon Martens, Tour Host

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1 Oberammergau Passion Play 2020 Switzerland France Germany August 15 25, 2020 Weldon Martens, Tour Host 1656 W Main St, Ste 100 Ephrata, PA (717) (800) raptim.org

2 Sat., Aug., 15 Arrival Zurich - Mürren Upon arrival at Zurich International Airport, meet your tour guide who will accompany you throughout. Tour the city and walk through the cobblestoned lanes of the Old City, visit the Grossmunster Cathedral, where Huldrych Zwingli began the Swiss Reformation. Admire stunning stained glass windows by Marc Chagall of the Fraumuenster Abbey and view St. Peter's Church boasting the largest clock face in Europe. Journey to two important landmarks of the Swiss Reformation, near the Grossmunster Abbey and Limmat River. The first one commemorates the ordeal of a Christian Anabaptist and the second one is a Mennonite Reformation rebaptism site. In the afternoon, board the coach for a magnificent drive along the Alps to Mürren for overnight. Sun., Aug., 16 Mürren, Jungfraujoch Leisure time in Murren. Optional excursion (for additional cost): The Jungfraujoch top of Europe is the highlight of any Swiss journey. The highest railway station in Europe is located 11,000+ feet above sea level. Gain access to a high-alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock, admirable from the viewing platforms on the Aletsch Glacier or in the Ice Palace. The railway journey is an experience which leads through the Eiger and Monch mountains. At the Eismeer and the Eiger intermediate stations you can enjoy the wonderful and impressing panorama. This excursion depends on weather conditions. Overnight in Murren. B Mon, Aug. 17 Mürren - Colmar/France - Triberg Following breakfast, our journey takes us to France where we drive through the Alsace to Colmar. The town is situated on the Alsatian Wine Route and is considered to be the "capital of Alsatian wine. Explore the well-preserved old town on a brief tour, have lunch (on your own) and some free time before departing for Triberg in the Black Forest. Overnight in Triberg. B Tue., Aug. 18 Black Forest Today, travel through the storybook magical Black Forest famous for its Black Forest maids, Black Forest farms, Black Forest gateau, Bollenhut hats, and cuckoo clocks. In Titsee-Neustadt you will have the opportunity to taste the famous Black Forest cake, do some souvenir shopping and have lunch (on your own). Return to Triberg and visit the world's largest cuckoo clock. Another highlight will be the highest waterfalls in Germany. Overnight in Triberg. B Wed., Aug. 19 Triberg - Oberammergau area This morning, drive south through the Black Forest to Schaffhausen/Switzerland to view the Rhine Falls (Rheinfall), Europe's largest waterfalls. Then onward along the foothills of the Alps through breathtaking scenery to the Lake of Constance, Germany s largest lake. Here, stop for lunch (on your own) and a short visit to Birnau, a pilgrimage church with a spectacular view over the lake and the Alps in the background. Then, continue on to the Oberammergau area for overnight. B, D Thu, Aug. 20 Passion Play Oberammergau World-renowned, the quaint Bavarian town of Oberammergau is the site of the extravagant Oberammergau Passion Play performed only once every ten years and involving almost all residents of the village. Take part in this once-in-a-lifetime experience! Enjoy leisure time this morning, and beginning in the afternoon attend the Play which has a running time of approx. five hours with a three-hour intermission allowing time for dinner. Overnight will be in Oberammergau. B, D Fri., Aug. 21 Bavarian Castles - Rothenburg This morning, tour Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau, and Linderhof Castles. The elaborate Neuschwanstein Castle is surely the crown jewel of Bavaria Castles. Hohenschwangau is formerly the summer residence for the family of mad King Ludwig II. Lastly we will visit Linderhof Castle one of Mad King Ludwig s fantasy castles with its fabulous 105 foot fountain. After lunch (on your own), travel the Romantic Road past quaint towns and villages to Rothenburg o.d. Tauber for overnight. B Sat., Aug. 22 Rothenburg Take a glimpse into the middle-ages at perhaps the most famous town on the Romantik Road. Rothenburg is a nearly intact medieval walled-city without a single modern building within. Enjoy a tour of the city highlighting St. Jakob s Church with the famous altar carving by Tilman Riemenschneider. You will have leisure time to stroll the cobblestone streets 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 Rothenburg s quaint beauty. Overnight in Rothenburg. B Option: Excursion to Schwandorf Sun, Aug. 23 Rothenburg - Heidelberg Rhine River Valley This morning, drive to Rüdesheim area, our final destination. On the way, we stop in Heidelberg, a gorgeous town on the Neckar River where romanticism is both past and present. A guided walking tour will include the Old Town, the famous Stone Bridge over the Neckar River, the Heidelberg Castle (where the Heidelberg Confession

3 was written in 1653), the Castle Church, German Apothecary Museum, and the Church of the Holy Ghost. In the afternoon, we continue on and check-in to the hotel for two overnights in the Rudesheim area. B Mon., Aug. 24 Rhine River cruise, Kloster Eberbach Following breakfast, board a boat and relax on a wonderful Rhine River cruise along one of the most picturesque stretches of this majestic waterway. Sail past magnificent castles and the famous Loreley rock. Lunch will be served on board for an additional cost. In the afternoon, we tour and visit Eberbach Abbey is a former Cistercian monastery. On account of its Romanesque and early Gothic buildings it is considered one of the most significant heritage sites in Germany. Tonight, celebrate the conclusion of your tour with a farewell dinner, remembering all the wonderful experiences on your journey. Overnight in Rudesheim area. B, D Tue., Aug. 25 Departure Transfer to Frankfurt Airport for departure to US. Your Tour Host, Weldon Martens Weldon has a life-long passion for travel which explains why he is an eager cartophile map lover with over 200 National Geographic maps. Weldon has led a Journey of Paul tour to Greece and Turkey exploring the extraordinary beginning church from Ephesus to Athens. Weldon is a Mennonite pastor currently serving at Grace Hill Mennonite Church near Whitewater, Kansas. He is marred to Jenny Harms Martens. They have two adult daughters. For more information, contact: Weldon Martens Tel: weldon.martens@gmail.com Register on-line at: Travel Arrangements by: Raptim Humanitarian Travel 1656 W Main St, Ste 100 Ephrata, PA Tel: (800) Fax: tours.us@raptim.org Tour Price: $4,160 per person, based on two people sharing a double room Single Supplement: $400 Optional Group Travel Protection Plan: (non-refundable, per person), payment due with deposit for immediate coverage. $316 for coverage up to $4,000 $397 for coverage up to $5,000 Payment Schedule: $750 per person is due at time of registration $1,500 per person due by March 1, 2019 $1,500 per person due bu August 1, 2019 Final payment is due February 1, 2020 This tour price reflects special group rates. Registrations with deposits received after February 1, 2020, will likely incur additional charges due to supplier contract terms. Included: Meeting and assistance upon arrival/departure Airfare/hotel transfers upon arrival/departure Round trip as per program by a/c coach with toilet, kitchenette, reclining seats, DVD (coach size depends on group size: passengers = 32 seater, up to 45 passengers = 48 seater) Hotel accommodation for 10 nights based upon double occupancy in a double room (bath/shower and toilet in room) including all service charges and taxes in: Mürren: Hotel Edelweiss or similar Triberg: Parkhotel Wehrle or similar Rothenburg: Hotel Eisenhut or similar Assmannshausen: Hotel Alte Bauernschanke or similar Oberammergau: Park Hotel Sonnenhof or similar Meal plan: 10x breakfast buffet, 1x Black Forest cake + 1 cup of coffee Passion Play arrangements for 2 nights: Passion Play ticket, play textbook, dinner (x2), breakfast (x2), optional light lunch (x1), tourism tax Comprehensive sight-seeing tours and excursions English-speaking tour guide throughout Step-on guides: Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau, Eberbach Monastery All entrance fees according to itinerary Head-set system Tipping for driver, main tour guide, step-on guides, hotel staff, porterage & meals included in the itinerary Not Included: Airfare Meals and tips for meals not included in itinerary Personal travel insurance Passport fees Beverages other than what is listed in itinerary Items of a personal nature Optional group travel protection insuranceavel Protection Plan (nonrefundable) NOTE: Raptim Humanitarian Travel would be pleased to assist with connecting flights to the departure airport. Please indicate your need for assistance on the reservation form.

4 Tour Features and Conditions Please read all Tour Features and Conditions carefully. Payment of tour deposit constitutes acceptance of these conditions. Air Transportation: Airfare is not included in the tour arrangements. Raptim is pleased to assist with flight arrangements; air schedules and pricing will be available 11 months prior to travel and communicated to tour guests. The land tour begins at the Zurich Airport on the morning of August 15, The tour will conclude at the Frankfurt International Airport on the morning of August 25, Additional information regarding timing will be communicated closer to the time of travel. Seat Assignments: In the event Raptim provides group air transportation, specific seat assignments as requested by tour members will be submitted to the airline. Due to the nature of group travel, the airline will make all seat assignments, as a result, Raptim cannot guarantee all requests will be honored. Any changes should be requested at check-in by the traveler. Please advise your travel consultant of any special seating needs due to health or mobility, or note under Airline Seat Request when registering. Accommodations: Based on two or more persons sharing a room in accommodations listed in itinerary, or similar. Single rooms are subject to availability at an additional charge. If a passenger cannot supply a roommate, the passenger is responsible for the additional charge. Meals: In-flight meals and snacks are served according to airline policy. Breakfast will be provided daily. Some lunches and dinners will be provided as listed in the tour itinerary. Transfers and Baggage: Group transfers between airports and hotels upon arrival and departure are included in the tour price, including handling of one medium-sized suitcase per person, not exceeding 62 dimensional inches (length plus width plus height) or weighing more than a maximum of 50 pounds. Due to limited luggage storage space on motor coaches, it is important that each person bring only ONE piece of checked baggage. In addition, a flight bag or overnight case may be taken, which must be handled by the passenger at all times. Baggage allowance is subject to change according to airline policy. Sightseeing and Entrance Fees: Are included as indicated in itinerary, using private motor coach or other conveyance, with local guides where necessary. Tips and Taxes: Service charges and taxes on accommodations and tips to guides, drivers, and hotel staff are included. Tips for lunches and personal services are not included. Not Included: Air transportation, meals not listed on itinerary, beverages with lunches and dinners, passport fee, travel protection plan, checked baggage fees, and expenses of a purely personal nature are not included. Transportation from your home to departure city and return is not included. Deposit and Payment: Reservations may be secured prior to February 1, 2020 per payment schedule below. Tour capacity is 27 travelers. In the event the tour fills, a waiting list will be managed. Payment Schedule: $750 deposit per person due upon registration $1,500 per person due March 1, 2019 $1,500 per person due August 1, 2019 Final payment due February 1, 2020 Raptim Cancellation Conditions: Tour arrangements are not transferable. The cancellation conditions outlined below apply to all passenger initiated cancellations. Notice of cancellation must be in written form in order to be elegible for any applicable refund. Cancellation policies apply when tour member or tour host cancel for any reason, such as illness, change of mind, acts of nature, war or terrorism. There is no refund for any unused services or portion of the tour package. Date of Cancellation Prior to Aug. 1, 2019 From Aug. 1, 2019 to Feb. 1, 2020 From Feb. 1, 2020 to Apr. 1, 2020 After April 1, 2020 Cancellation Penalty $500 penalty $1,000 penalty $1,500 penalty No refund Cancellation policies apply when cancellation occurs for any reason. There is no refund for any unused services or portion of the tour package. Note: The cancelation and penalty schedule is a result of the strict, non-refundable requirements of the Oberammergau Passion Play Committee. Please read the Protect your Investment feature printed on this page. Protect Your Investment: We recommend that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your trip investment. For your convenience, we offer a plan, provided by Travelex Insurance Services, that helps provide coverage for Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Trip Delay, Baggage delay, loss, theft and damage, Medical Expenses and Evacuation/Repatriation and more. The plan can be purchased any time prior to your final trip payment. Travel Insurance is underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company; NAIC # Further information can be found on the Travel Protection Plan tab of the tour registration website or by contacting your Raptim consultant. Further information can be found on the Travel Protection Plan tab of the tour registration website or by contacting your Raptim consultant. To view/download the Policy, including exclusions and limitations, go to: Passport, Visa & Health Requirements: A valid passport is required. If you do not have a passport, you should apply for one immediately. Information on obtaining or renewing a U.S. passport can be found at If you now have a passport, please verify that it is valid until February 26, A visa is not required for U.S. citizens. Non-U.S. Citizens are responsible to fulfill entry requirements for countries to be visited by contacting the appropriate consulates. 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5 Reservation Form Oberammergau Passion Play 2020 August 15 25, 2020 with Weldon Martens Electronic Registration is available at: Please complete and mail this form, along with your deposit of $750 per person (checks payable to Raptim Humanitarian Travel) to Raptim Humanitarian Travel, 1656 W Main St, Ste 100, Ephrata, PA or complete the credit card information below. (Please Print) PARTICIPANT INFORMATION (as it appears on passport) Name 1 Name 2 Nickname for Badge Address PARTICIPANT INFORMATION (as it appears on passport) Nickname for Badge Address City State Zip City State Zip Phone (days) Phone (cell) Phone (days) Phone (cell) Emergency Contact Name Emergency Contact Phone Passport # Passport # Emergency Contact Name Emergency Contact Phone Exp. Date Birthdate Exp. Date Birthdate Please provide a clear copy of your passport. Make sure your passport is valid beyond February 26, FLIGHT INFORMATION (IF YOU WISH RAPTIM TO ASSIST WITH AIR) Airline Frequent Flyer # Airline Frequent Flyer # Special Dietary Requirements Please provide a clear copy of your passport. Make sure your passport is valid beyond February 26, FLIGHT INFORMATION (IF YOU WISH RAPTIM TO ASSIST WITH AIR) Special Dietary Requirements Airline Seat Requests Do you need connecting flights? ROOM TYPE Yes No Airline Seat Requests From where? Do you need connecting Yes flights? No ROOM TYPE Twin Double Single I need a roommate Yes No Twin Double Single My roommate s name is: TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN THROUGH TRAVELEX INSURANCE SERVICES (payable with deposit for immediate coverage, non-refundable) My roommate s name is: From where? I need a roommate Yes No TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN THROUGH TRAVELEX INSURANCE SERVICES (payable with deposit for immediate coverage, non-refundable) $316 covers up to $4,000 $397 covers up to $5,000 $316 covers up to $4,000 $397 covers up to $5,000 No, I decline the insurance No, I decline the insurance CREDIT CARD INFORMATION Name on Card Card Number CREDIT CARD INFORMATION Name on Card Card Number Exp. CVV Exp. CVV Amount to Charge (Deposit + Insurance x # of participants) = $ Amount to Charge (Deposit + Insurance x # of participants) = $ Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Mastercard Visa Discover American Express I have read the Tour Features and Conditions for this tour and agree to the terms listed therein. I understand that the airline tickets or air tours I am purchasing are subject to supplemental price increases after the date of deposit due to additional charges imposed by a supplier or government. I acknowledge that I may be charged additional sums by Raptim Humanitarian Travel to offset increased fees, fuel surcharges, taxes, and fluctuations in foreign exchange markets or any combination thereof. I hereby consent to any post-purchase price increases. Raptim Humanitarian Travel has offered the option of purchasing travel insurance, and I take full responsibility for my decision to purchase or not. CST Martens ZTMART0820