Airport transfer between Harrisburg campus to Philadelphia airport.
Flight departure to Munich via Charlotte, NC, with American Airline
7:00 am – Arrive at Munich Airport.
After clearing customs and picking up your luggage, meet your assistant and transfer via coach bus to your hotel in Nuremberg.
Check-in may not be available until 3 pm.
You will get an orientation tour of Nuremberg and proceed to your hotel for check
Overnight in Nuremberg.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Private coach bus for full day (entrances only, no guide)
Morning: We will take the coach bus to the Nuremberg Nazi Rally Grounds, spending several hours at the Documentation Center there, which is reputed to be one of the best museums on the history of Nazi Germany; and then we will walk around the surrounding grounds, which includes the Zeppelin Field and Congress Hall, as well as the site of the post-war Nuremberg Trials.
Afternoon: guided tour – Historic Art Bunker and Underground Tour—a site that includes the location where Nuremberg’s artworks were stored for safekeeping during the war, as well as the network of tunnels and bunkers where much of the population sought shelter during the Allied bombing campaign.
Overnight in Nuremberg.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Morning guided tour of sites in Nuremberg’s historic Old Town, including the Imperial Castle, the Kettensteg (Chain Bridge), Main Market Square, Craftsman’s Courtyard, St. Lawrence Church, Königstor (King’s Gate) and Königstorturm (King’s Gate Tower); and Königstrasse.
After Lunch, continue to Munich (2.5 hours)
Upon arrival in Munich, enjoy a guided walking tour, which includes the Viktualienmarkt and nearby St. Peter’s Church.
Your guide will provide public transportation tickets to Munich.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Use your transportation pass today.
10:00 am: Entrance to NS-Dokumentationszentrum Munich with an English-guided tour to see the Exhibition about the story of National Socialism in Germany
2:30 pm: afternoon, a guided walking tour of Old Town Munich, including Marienplatz (Munich’s main square); Asam Church, St. Michael’s Church, Kaufingerstrasse, New Town Hall Tower, and
Platzl Square.
Overnight in Munich
Breakfast at your hotel.
Full-day transportation and guided services.
Day Trip to the King’s Castles and Zugspitze
This will be a day-long trip to one of Germany’s most picturesque locales, two castles associated with the so-called “Mad” King Ludwig of Bavaria (1845-1886),
Hohenscwhagau and Neuschwanstein (with the latter being used by the Nazis to store stolen art during WWII).
After touring the castles and taking a short trip to the scenic Mary’s Bridge and the Pöllat Gorge, the bus will take us to Zugspitze, the tallest point in Germany. An observation peak at the top of the mountain provides sweeping views across the German-Austrian border.
Return to overnight in Munich.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Use your transportation pass today for sightseeing in the morning and afternoon.
9:00 am: English-speaking guide for a full-day excursion to Dachau.
10:00 am: Entrance to the Concentration Camp Dachau, including Audio Guide.
Afternoon: Visit Dachau Old Town and Palace (summer residence of the Wittelsbach family)
Return to overnight in Munich.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Full-day coach.
Sometimes referred to as Nazi Germany’s version of Camp David, Berchtesgaden was a location where Hitler often met with his top civilian and military leaders to plan various initiatives and military campaigns.
Today it houses one of the best museums dedicated to Nazi Germany. Students will also be able to tour the network of underground tunnels built as bunkers for the top Nazi leaders. In the afternoon, the class can visit the beautiful historic town of Berchtesgaden and travel around the area.
Overnight in Munich.
Breakfast at your hotel.
Use your transportation pass today for sightseeing in the morning and afternoon.
In the morning, we will visit Nymphenburg, the Bavarian royal family’s summer palace, which is often compared to the Palace of Versailles in France.
In the afternoon, students will have unstructured time to explore historic Munich independently.
Overnight in Munich.
Airport transfer from the hotel to the Munich airport (no assistant).
Take your flight back to the U.S.
Upon arrival, take a private coach bus back to Harrisburg.
United flight #914 departs at 11:40 am and arrives at Dulles at 3:25 pm.
● Roundtrip airport transfer between Harrisburg and Philadelphia
● Roundtrip International flight with American Airlines
● Accommodation is based on a B&B basis.
● City Tax
● Assistant on Arrival
● Guides as per itinerary
● Entrances as included in the itinerary
● Ground transportation, as stated in the itinerary
Nuremberg
ARVENA PARK – Das Hotel am Franken-Center GmbH
Address: Görlitzer Str. 51, 90473 Nürnberg, Germany
Phone: +49 911 89220
Set 6 km from both Grundig Stadion event venue and Nürnberg Frankenstadion S-Bahn station, this modern hotel is 9 km from Nuremberg Castle.
The traditional rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers.
Dining options include a gourmet restaurant, and a casual eatery serving regional and international cuisine. There’s also a cocktail bar with an adjacent beer garden. Other amenities consist of a fitness room, a business center and conference facilities.
Munich
Address: Schwanthalerstraße 37, 80336 München, Germany
Phone: +49 89 54884880
This modern hotel in the city center is a 2-minute walk from the Hauptbahnhof S- and U-Bahn station, 1 km from bustling Marienplatz plaza and 6 km from Nymphenburg Palace.
Featuring soundproof windows, the contemporary rooms also have desks, Wi-Fi (fee) and flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges, sitting areas, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites offer free Wi-Fi; top-floor quarters add dining areas.A cozy Mediterranean restaurant/bar with a show kitchen serves a breakfast buffet. Other amenities include a 24/7 fitness room, a business center and 4 event rooms.
• Students must be free of any current conduct reviews or conduct sanctions. Eligibility will be verified, and each participant grants permission for verification by the Office of Student Conduct. Any violation of the PSU Student Code of Conduct (studentaffairs.psu.edu/
Award funds are available to undergraduate honors students through the Penn State Harrisburg Honors programs. The University also has funds for students traveling internationally. For details, visit https://global.psu.edu/
A limited number of travel awards are available through the Penn State Harrisburg Office of International Programs. The application deadline is October 25, 2024. Please visit: harrisburg.psu.edu/
Tour price: $3,795 sharing in a double room
Single room supplement: $520
Deposit: $500
Final payment date: January 20, 2025
| Departure Day | Departure Date | From (airport) | Departure Time | Flight # | To (airport) | Arrival Time (local time) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | March 7, 2025 | Philadelphia | 1:30 pm | AA 793 | Charlotte | 3:20 pm |
| Friday | March 7, 2025 | Charlotte | 4:50 pm | AA 716 | Munich | 7:30 am +1 |
| Sunday | March 16, 2025 | Munich | 10:20 am | AA 0717 | Charlotte | 3:40 pm |
| Sunday | March 16, 2025 | Charlotte | 6:30 pm | AA 423 | Philadelphia | 8:00 pm |
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Deposit: $500 due upon registration.
$150 of this is a non-refundable processing fee to Celestial Voyagers. Your deposit will assure your reservation with the airline, the hotel and other suppliers. The deposit must be sent with a copy of your passport as soon as you register online.
Balance due no later than January 20, 2025.
All payments by check must be made to Celestial Voyagers. Indicate the tour #/name:
After registering, you must mail your deposit within 48 hours to: Celestial Voyagers, Inc., 145 Merritts Road, Farmingdale, NY 11375
All changes and cancellations must be provided in writing. The following penalties apply with the number of days before departure:
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Passport
Most countries require that a passport be valid for six months beyond the completion of a trip. If your passport expires before September 16, 2025, you must apply to renew your passport. If you are not a US citizen please check with the consulate of France or a visa agency for the latest requirements. You will also need a re-entry permit to return to the USA.
Visa
All international students are responsible for determining if a visa is required and should immediately apply for the visa. Please check the Schengen Visa website at if a visa is not issued. You will to notify the Office of International Programs that you have applied for your visa.
Celestial Voyagers, Inc. (Travel arrangements)
145 Merritts Road
Farmingdale, NY 11375
E-mail: gineth@celestialvoyagers.com
Phone: 212-203-1021
Stephanie Ponnett
Administrative Support Coordinator for International Travel Programs
717-948-6062
slp29@psu.edu
Gineth is in charge of the Operations Department, supervising ticketing and travel planning. With over twelve years of experience in the travel industry, Gineth has exceptional leadership experience, and her passion for travel has contributed to her successful career.