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Discover Alpine Europe: Vienna to Munich
- Meet an expert on the Holocaust and gain personal insights into World War II.
- Attend a Classical Viennese Concert.
- Experience a thrilling ropes course and alpine coaster.
- Live like a local during a homestay in Salzburg.
- Visit the fairytale caste of Neuschwanstein.
Community Service:
- Students will receive a certificate of completion for 10 hours of community service at the end of this program.
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10 days
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Program Includes
All-Inclusive Tuition
Roundtrip Airfare
Hotel Accommodations
Exclusive People to People Homestay
Trained and First-Aid Certified Educator Leaders
Full-Time Delegation Manager
International Land Transportation
3 Meals Daily
Entrance to all Attractions and Activities
Guided Sightseeing by Expert Local Guides
All Tips and Gratuities
Pre-Departure Trainings and Support
24-Hour Support on Program
Medical Protection Plan
Taxes and Fees
Program Details
Day to Day
USA
Taking Off
Day 1
Let the excitement build as you board your overnight flight to Vienna, Austria.
Vienna, Austria
Hallo Vienna
Day 2
Touch down in Vienna, the capital city of Austria. This afternoon take a guide sightseeing tour of this city which is world-renowned for its classical music, and Imperial palaces, including Schönbrunn, the Habsburgs’ summer residence.
Vienna, Austria
Classical Vienna
Day 3
This morning gain insights into the Holocaust from an expert passionate about World War II education during an open discussion on this turbulent time of European history. This afternoon, board your private vintage tram and ride through the city in style towards Schönbrunn Palace, summer residence of the Austrian Emperor. Tonight, join a Classical Viennese Concert while walking in the footsteps of celebrated composers Mozart and Strauss.
Vienna, Austria
Mauthausen Concentration Camp
Day 4
This morning, visit Mauthausen Concentration Camp, the last concentration camp to be liberated by the Allied Force. Later, transfer to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. Enjoy a guided tour through this beautiful city, including the Hohensalzburg Fortress and Mirabell Palace.
Salzburg, Austria
Alpine Adventures
Day 5
Today you will hike through one of the region’s most stunning alpine trails, learning to navigate your way through the mountains. Experience a thrilling ropes course and ride a cable car to Gruneck, with spectacular views the whole time. Then go on the thrilling alpine coaster, an amazing feat of design and construction that gives you an unforgettable ride down the mountain. Tonight, meet your host family and settle into the local way of life.
Salzburg, Austria
Austrian Homestay
Day 6-7
Over the next couple of days, you’ll immerse yourself in the everyday life of an Austrian family, enjoying everything from regional foods and local traditions to social activities with students your age.
Munich, Germany
Neuschwanstein Castle
Day 8
Say good-bye to your host family and depart for Munich. Visit the magical Neuschwanstein Castle, “the castle of the fairy-tale king.” This famous castle was commissioned for Ludwig II of Bavaria and was his home until he died in 1886. Later, continue on to Munich, Germany, the Bavarian capital.
Munich, Germany
Bavarian Capital
Day 9
Visit the Marienplatz in center of the city to see the popular Glokenspiel show, before heading to the English Gardens where you may catch surfers riding the waves on a river, and later, visit Nymphenburg Palace, the summer palace of former Bavarian rulers. This afternoon, you will visit the BMW Museum and Olympic Park – host of the 1972 Olympic Games.
Munich, Germany
Departure Day
Day 10
As your alpine journey ends, head to the airport in Munich to board your flight home.
