Five Hundred Years of Reformation
Hus. Calvin. Luther.
The centuries-old actions of these reformers shook the world with one of the most dramatic religious rebellions in history, and this is their story. Embark on a retrospective journey through 500 years of persecution, resistance and change in five integral cities that truly altered the course of history in Europe. From its radical start on the Castle Church door in Wittenberg to behind the walls of Heidelberg Castle where the Thirty Years War was triggered—this is a journey through the full landscape of reform.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Berlin
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Day 2: Berlin
Arrive in Berlin
Take a walking tour of Berlin with your Tour Director
- Unter den Linden
- Reichstag
Enjoy dinner
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Day 3: Berlin
Take a guided tour of Berlin with your Local Guide
- Brandenburg Gate
- Kurfürstendamm
- Remains of the Berlin Wall
Stop for photos at Checkpoint Charlie
Visit the Topography of Terror Museum
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Day 4: Leipzig
Travel to Wittenberg
Take a guided tour of Wittenberg
Visit Castle Church
Visit Luther House
Continue on to Leipzig
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Day 5: Heidelberg
Travel to Erfurt
Visit the Augustinian Monastery
Continue on to Eisenach
Visit Wartburg Castle
Travel to Heidelberg via Worms
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Day 6: Heidelberg
Take a Reformation-based guided tour of Heidelberg
Visit the Church of the Holy Spirit
Visit Heidelberg University
Visit the Heidelberg Castle wine barrel
Enjoy a Rhine Neckar cruise
Enjoy dinner
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Day 7: Lucerne Region
Travel to Strasbourg
Visit the St. Thomas Church
Free time in Strasbourg
Continue on to the Lucerne region
Enjoy dinner
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Day 8: Lucerne Region
Take a tour of Lucerne with your Tour Director
- Löwendenkmal
- Kapellbrücke
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Alps Experience
This exciting half-day optional adventure takes you to the top of a Swiss Alp, the majestic mountain backdrop of Lucerne. Journey to the base of the mountain by boat and ride a cog railway to the top. You’ll reach the summit and be rewarded with a splendid panorama of Lucerne, its lake and the glorious snow-capped Alps. On a clear day, you can see for more than 200 miles! You’ll get back to the foot of the mountain by way of a gondola ride. (Please note: Mountains can be cold, even in summer; warm clothes and appropriate shoes are recommended.)
Enjoy dinner
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Day 9: Geneva
Travel to Lucerne
Take a guided tour of Geneva with your Tour Director
- Reformation Wall
Visit St. Peter's Cathedral
Enjoy dinner
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Berlin
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Day 2: Berlin
Arrive in Berlin
Take a walking tour of Berlin with your Tour Director
- Unter den Linden
- Reichstag
Enjoy dinner
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Day 3: Berlin
Take a guided tour of Berlin with your Local Guide
- Brandenburg Gate
- Kurfürstendamm
- Remains of the Berlin Wall
Stop for photos at Checkpoint Charlie
Visit the Topography of Terror Museum
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Day 4: Leipzig
Travel to Wittenberg
Take a guided tour of Wittenberg
Visit Castle Church
Visit Luther House
Continue on to Leipzig
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Day 5: Heidelberg
Travel to Erfurt
Visit the Augustinian Monastery
Continue on to Eisenach
Visit Wartburg Castle
Travel to Heidelberg via Worms
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Day 6: Heidelberg
Take a Reformation-based guided tour of Heidelberg
Visit the Church of the Holy Spirit
Visit Heidelberg University
Visit the Heidelberg Castle wine barrel
Enjoy a Rhine Neckar cruise
Enjoy dinner
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Day 7: Lucerne Region
Travel to Strasbourg
Visit the St. Thomas Church
Free time in Strasbourg
Continue on to the Lucerne region
Enjoy dinner
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Day 8: Lucerne Region
Take a tour of Lucerne with your Tour Director
- Löwendenkmal
- Kapellbrücke
Add this in-depth excursion:
Swiss Alps Experience
This exciting half-day optional adventure takes you to the top of a Swiss Alp, the majestic mountain backdrop of Lucerne. Journey to the base of the mountain by boat and ride a cog railway to the top. You’ll reach the summit and be rewarded with a splendid panorama of Lucerne, its lake and the glorious snow-capped Alps. On a clear day, you can see for more than 200 miles! You’ll get back to the foot of the mountain by way of a gondola ride. (Please note: Mountains can be cold, even in summer; warm clothes and appropriate shoes are recommended.)
Enjoy dinner
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Day 9: Geneva
Travel to Lucerne
Take a guided tour of Geneva with your Tour Director
- Reformation Wall
Visit St. Peter's Cathedral
Enjoy dinner
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Day 10: Depart for home
Confidence • Curiosity • Global perspective • Empathy • Adaptability • Relatability • Self-Awareness
What's Included
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Transportation
Various modes of transport are tailored to your program. While some transfers are included, others may come at additional cost.
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Accommodations
Safe, comfortable lodging will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Select meals
Enjoy a combination of included meals and the freedom to explore local cuisine on your own.
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End-to-end support
Your dedicated EF team helps secure administrative approval and academic credit, provides enrollment tools, and helps establish your program’s ongoing presence on campus.
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EF Global Learning Toolkit
We offer various tools to help educators facilitate student growth abroad and on campus, including academically enriched travel programs, industry engagement opportunities, global learning resources, and a Global Competencies Assessment tool.
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Guided exploration
Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from licensed local guides: natural historians who provide cultural insights to enhance learning moments throughout the program.
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Field Visits
Experience academics in action during engaging visits with relevant organizations, thought leaders, and partners.
