Fr. Jerry Orbos, SVD
May 16, 2022
Germany, Austria, Slovakia & Hungary
The quaint European village of Oberammergau is world famous for the spectacular Passion Play performed solely by its residents just once every 10 years.
A play of life and death, promised in a moment of mortal threat – so began the history of the Oberammergau Passion Play in 1633. In the year 2022, the Community of Oberammergau will perform the Passion Play for the 42nd time, keeping a pledge made nearly 400 years ago. Watch the most important Passion Play in the world. Join a 15-day Oberammergau Passion Play Pilgrimage with a River Cruise with Fr. Jerry Orbos, SVD leaving on May 16, 2022.
Your pilgrimage begins with a Mass at the Catholic Church of St. Johann Nepomuk in Munich, Germany. This awe inspiring church is an 18th century Baroque and Rococo church built by the Asam brothers. Head south to visit the world-famous Andechs Monastery nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Bavarian Alpine foothills. Steeped in serenity and history, the Andechs Monastery is a hidden gem and surely worth a visit.
Next stop is a visit to the Kloster Ettal Benedictine Abbey. Close to Oberammergau, the Kloster Ettal Benedictine Abbey is rightly called one of the masterpieces of Bavarian architecture. Not to be missed is a visit to the monastery distillery where you will have the chance to sample their world-famous Ettal Abbey liquers which has been brewed for more than 400 years. Onwards to Bad Kohlgrub where you will stay for two nights.
Begin the day with a visit to the awe inspiring Pilgrimage Church of Wies, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Miraculously preserved, the church is a masterpiece of Bavarian Rococo architecture. It was built to house the miraculous statue of the Scourged Saviour after tears were seen coming from the wooden statue of Jesus. Head for Oberammergau to watch the world famous Passion Play. Next stop is a visit to the shrine of the Chapel of Grace in Altotting, which houses the miraculous image of Our Lady of Altotting or Black Madonna of Altotting.
Travel onwards to Vilshofenan der Donau to begin your 7-day River cruise. Sail on to Passau, known as the City of Three Rivers, and enjoy a walking tour of the city. Leave Germany for Linz, the third largest city of Austria. Cruise through the Strudengau and Wachau valleys to Weissenkirchen Valley. Marvel at breathtaking views of this splendid town. Visit Melk, home to a marvelous Benedictine Abbey that sits on a steep hill overlooking the town. Continue with your River Cruise to Vienna, the capital of Austria. With many different names like the City of Music and the City of Dreams, Vienna is renowned throughout the world and has a plethora of stunning historical buildings, gardens and establishments. Head for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, also referred to as the Beauty on the Danube. Wind down your pilgrimage in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. Due to its scenic setting and its architecture, Budapest is nicknamed “Paris of the East.”
As part of a vow to God, the villagers of Oberammergau in Bavaria, Germany, put on a play depicting the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus once every ten years. The villagers originally undertook the play, which involved the entire village as cast members in gratefulness for having been spared from the Bubonic Plague. Be part of this unique experience. Join an Oberammergau Passion Play Pilgrimage with a River Cruise with Fr. Jerry Orbos, SVD leaving on May 16, 2022.
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READ MORE +• Passport with six (6) months validity from the date of departure
• Old passports
• One (1) Visa Application Forms
• Two (2) pcs. passport-size pictures
• Original Bank Certificate (both Pesos and/or US Dollars) – must include account type, current balance, account opening, and six (6) months average•
• Original or certified true copy of Bank Statement for the last (6) months
• Affidavit of Support and Consent (signed and notarized by sponsor if financially incapable)
• If married, a copy of Authenticated Marriage Contract
• Copy of hotel voucher (to be supplied by ERI)
• Photocopy of International Credit Cards
(if available)
• Travel Insurance with a minimum coverage of Php2.5 Million (valid for 30 days)
If employed:
• Employment Certificate – must be in company’s letterhead and must include the applicant’s position, date hired, compensation, and company’s address, telephone number, and email address Certificate of Compensation 2316
• If government employee, authority to travel is required
If in business:
• Original and Photocopy of Business Registration, DTI or SEC
• Original and Photocopy of Latest Income Tax Return
• Personal appearance by the applicant
• Processing Time: 15 – 30 days
VISA FEE: Php 8,000.00 *
* Subject to change without prior notice!
1) A non-refundable deposit of US$2,000.00 is required upon reservation together with a photocopy of a passport (valid for 6 months from date of departure), Pilgrim’s Profile with a passport-size photo, visa fee, and travel insurance payment.
NOTE: Oberammergau package is non-refundable. Name change is allowed one (1) month prior to departure.
2) Full payment in U.S. dollars is required before ticketing but in no case shall it be later than 45 days before departure date.
3) The following cancellation charges will apply:
> 60 days before departure date – 50% of the Tour Cost
> 45 days prior to departure date – Full tour cost will be forfeited.
BASIC TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: Philippine Travel Tax PHP1,620.00, airport taxes, visa fees and documentation expenses, insurance, hospitalization and other medical expenses, tours and transportation during free periods, porterage of extra pieces of luggage in excess of maximum allocation, drinks and beverages taken during meals, items of personal nature such as laundry, telephone, fax, room service, tips for drivers, guides, tour escorts, and other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary terms and conditions.
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