Viking Reveals Two New Oberammergau Itineraries for 2030

Viking will offer two new Oberammergau itineraries in 2030, combining the famous once-every-10-years Passion Play with a river cruise on either the Rhine or Danube River.

With departure dates from May through September 2030, the new Oberammergau, Innsbruck & the Rhine and Oberammergau with Salzburg itineraries both feature preferred seating at the 43rd Passion Play.

“Our guests are curious travelers who value meaningful cultural experiences and a deeper understanding of the places they visit,” said Leah Talactac, president and CEO of Viking. “We have welcomed guests to the Oberammergau Passion Play for two previous installments and are pleased to introduce these new itineraries for 2030. By pairing this extraordinary event with a Rhine or Danube voyage, guests can explore some of Europe’s most historic destinations while experiencing a tradition that has endured for nearly 400 years.”

Since 2010, Viking has brought guests to the event. This long-standing relationship allows Viking to plan years ahead and to integrate the Passion Play seamlessly into its itineraries.

Highlights of the new Oberammergau Passion Play itineraries in 2030 include: 

• Oberammergau, Innsbruck & the Rhine(13 days; Amsterdam to Munich) – Sail the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, savor the culinary traditions of the Alsace region, and journey to Innsbruck, where verdant landscapes are framed by towering alpine peaks. In Oberammergau, experience the Passion Play, a tradition that has been performed once a decade for nearly 400 years. The journey concludes with an overnight stay in Munich.
  
• Oberammergau with Salzburg (12 days; Oberammergau to Budapest)– Journey through the heart of Central Europe. In Oberammergau, experience the Passion Play, a once-a-decade performance staged by villagers to honor a vow made in 1633. Explore historic Bavaria and charming Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and the setting for The Sound of Music.

For advisors who wish to learn more about Oberammergau and the Passion Play, Viking has also launched a dedicated online resource, featuring the history of the play, cultural insights, and other destination information. The new webpage can be found at viking.com/Oberammergau.