In the Footsteps of Martin Luther: A 10-Day Reformation Tour of Germany
Walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther on this 10-day Reformation tour of Germany. Explore iconic sites tied to the Reformation, including Wittenberg’s Castle Church where Luther posted his 95 Theses, the Augustinian Monastery in Erfurt, Wartburg Castle where Luther translated the New Testament, and Worms, where he stood trial before the Imperial Diet. Along the way, discover Berlin’s history, visit the Bach Museum in Leipzig, tour the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz, and experience the cultural and spiritual heritage that shaped Protestant history. Perfect for churches, choirs, and faith groups, this itinerary combines history, culture, and inspiration.
8 Nights / 10 Days
Depart USA
Day 1 | Depart USA
- Depart on your scheduled flight to Berlin.
Berlin
Day 2 | Berlin
- Arrive in Berlin.
- Meet your Faith Journeys Tour Manager and transfer by private coach to your hotel.
- Enjoy a one‑hour orientation cruise on the Spree River.
- Check in to the hotel late afternoon.
- Welcome dinner in the evening. Overnight in Berlin.
Day 3 | Berlin
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Tour East Berlin: stroll along the famous Unter den Linden boulevard, visit the Russian War Memorial, the Brandenburg Gate, and the German Historical Museum.
- Lunch on your own.
- Visit remnants of the Berlin Wall and Checkpoint Charlie. Explore West Berlin, including Kurfürstendamm and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.
- Free time in the late afternoon for shopping or exploring.
- Dinner and overnight in Berlin.
Wittenberg
Day 4 | Wittenberg
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Wittenberg via Jüterbog to visit St. Nicholas Church to see a surviving coffer associated with the indulgence-selling of Johann Tetzel• Continue to Wittenberg.
- Visit Schlosskirche (Castle Church), where Luther posted his 95 Theses. See the City Church where Luther preached, was married, and baptized his children.
- Lunch on your own.
- Tour Luther’s home with Reformation artifacts, and the Renaissance mansion of Philip Melanchthon.
- Dinner and overnight in Wittenberg.
Leipzig
Day 5 | Torgau & Leipzig
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Travel to Leipzig via Torgau. Visit Hartenfels Castle and St. Mary’s Church, where Katharina von Bora is buried.
- Lunch on your own.
- Continue to Leipzig. Visit the Old Town Hall, St. Nicholas Church, and St. Thomas Church.
- Tour the Bach Museum.
- Dinner and overnight in Leipzig.
Day 6 | Eisleben
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Excursion to Eisleben, where Luther was born and died. Visit his birthplace museum.
- Lunch on your own.
- See the Church of St. Peter and Paul and St. Andrew’s Church.
- Continue to Halle (if available) to visit the Bible Institution of Castein, or the Market Church and Marian Library.
- Return to Leipzig for dinner and overnight.
Erfurt
Day 7 | Erfurt
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Erfurt, the ‘Thuringian Rome’.
- Walking tour: Augustinian Monastery, Luther exhibition, and restored monastic cell.
- Lunch on your own.
- Visit St. Mary’s Cathedral and see art treasures including the Madonna & Child altar by Lucas Cranach.
- Dinner and overnight in Erfurt.
Mainz
Day 8 | Eisenach & Wartburg Castle
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Eisenach. Visit Wartburg Castle, where Luther translated the New Testament.
- Lunch on your own.
- Visit Lutherhaus, Bachhaus Museum, Marktplatz, and Georgenkirche.
- Continue to Mainz for dinner and overnight.
Day 9 | Mainz & Worms
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the Gutenberg Museum and Mainz Cathedral.
- Lunch on your own.
- Travel to Worms. Learn about Luther’s trial before the Imperial Diet and see the Luther Monument.
- Visit St. Peter’s Cathedral and the Church of the Holy Trinity.
- Return to Mainz for farewell dinner and overnight.
Depart for Home
Day 10 | Depart for home
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Frankfurt Airport for your flight home.