Your Spiritual To The Holy Land & The Holy Sites

Your Spiritual Companion To The Holy Land

& The Holy Sites

• Attend Mass Daily.• Customize your life changing spiritual journey.• Choose from Faith-based journeys to the holy sites.

WALKING IN HIS FOOTSTEPS

Dear Friend,

I would love to invite you to join us on a Holy Land Pilgrimage that will be a life changing experience for you. For Christians, The Holy Land is often referred to as the Fifth Gospel or the Eight Sacrament.

We are a Christian based family agency with offices in Holy Land and Houston, Texas. We are deeply involved in the Holy Land community supporting Christian schools and social institutions. We are privileged and honored to announce our partnership with Terra Sancta schools in the Holy Land.

At Nativity Pilgrimage we consider it a privilege and honor to bring pilgrims to the Holy Land and its holy places renewing their spiritual beliefs and faith.

A Pilgrimage is a spiritual journey that can transform lives and change hearts while experiencing different cultures with friends, families and your church community. We will provide you with the Highest Quality Service and Inconceivable Rates while Creating for you Divine Memories on your Spiritual Journey.

We look forward to working with you and your groups on creating an unbelievable and memorable pilgrimage.

Thank you in advance from my family and staff for considering Nativity Pilgrimage as Your Spiritual Companion to the Holy Land and the Holy Sites. Sincerely in Christ

YOUR SPIRITUAL COMPANION TO THE HOLY LAND AND THE HOLY SITES

ABOUT

NATIVITY PILGRIMAGE

Nativity Pilgrimage is owned and operated by Christians from Bethlehem.As members of the Bethlehem Christian community, we have an especially close relationship with the Christians living in the Holy Land.

We work with over fifty US diocese and countless priests, deacons, religious and lay workers in the Catholic Church and also involved in the development and support work for Holy Land’s parochial schools and social institutions.

Our presence in the Holy Land means the involvement of no third parties, ensuring that you have complete flexibility and the most competitive rate. The ability to plan a cost effective, life changing pilgrimage that also helps to support Christians living in the Holy Land makes Nativity Pilgrimage the ideal partner for groups of all sizes.

Nativity Pilgrimages offer you time to renew and reconnect with your family, friends, faith and God.

At Nativity, we are committed and dedicated to providing you quality service and making your spiritual journey exceptional in every way.

“And he said to them, “Follow me…” (Matt. 4:19)

WHY …

NATIVITY PILGRIMAGENativity Pilgrimage’s personalized customer service takes the pressure off your shoulders with the expertise and knowledge necessary to plan the perfect pilgrimage for your group to our home, the Holy Land.

Our staff is always available for your questions and to address any needs you may have, here or abroad. Additionally, by building bridges to the Holy Land through pilgrimage, we achieve our goal of supporting Christian families living there.

Our partnership with Terra Sancta Schools in the Holy Land means each pilgrimage provides for the education of at least three children, ensuring the education of future generations.

WHY …

NATIVITY PILGRIMAGE

“I rejoiced, when they said to me: Let us go to the House of the Lord!

And now our feet are standing within your gates, Jerusalem!” -Paslm 122

YOU CAN MAKE A

DIFFERENCEWe are privileged and honored to announce our partnership with Terra Sancta schools in the Holy Land.

The Terra Sancta schools emphasize the religious vision of the reality of life and attempts to provide a comprehensive education in all its dimensions and values. Therefore it is the duty of these schools to secure a close harmony and coordination between faith and culture, between faith and life.

We are proud to support local Christian schools by your Walk in His Footsteps Pilgrimage with us. Your visit to The Holy Land will include a visit to a local Christian school and sponsorship of the education of at least three children. Therefore in addition to Walking in His Footsteps Pilgrimage, you can make a difference not only in your life but the lives of the local Christian children at no extra cost, but as a benefit included in your tour package by Nativity Pilgrimage.

“All your children shall be taught by LORD, and great shall be the peace of your children”. - Isaiah 54:13

SPIRITUAL JOURNEYS THAT

TRANSFORMThe word “pilgrim,” derived from the Latin peregrinum, conveys the idea of wandering over a distance, but it is not just aimless wandering. It is a spiritual journey with a purpose, and that purpose is to honor God.

Pilgrimages to the holy places have deeply influenced the spiritual and physical landscapes of the holy land and many other holy sites. Ancient pilgrimage destinations remain key heritage sites today.

The greatest of all pilgrimages a Christian could take is to the Holy Land.

Genesis 12:1 Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country,

and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto a land that I will

shew thee:

9 Days Walking in the Footsteps of JesusA Pilgrimage to the Holy Land.

Walking in the footsteps of Jesus (Holy Land Pilgrimage 11 days).

A Very Spiritual Pilgrimage to Holy Land & Jordan12 day.

Shrines of Italy.

Holy Shrines of France.

Shrines of Ireland.

Pilgrimage to Fatima, shrines of Spain and Lourdes.

Saint Paul II’s beloved homeland- pilgrimage to Poland.

In the Footsteps of St. Paul & the Early Church– A Pilgrimage

to Greece.

A Pilgrimage to France & Shrines of Italy

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CONTENTWe offer a number of different itineraries to include the Holy Sites and visits most

appropriate to your group and exceptional in every way.

Day 1: DEPART FROM USA TO ISREALOvernight Flight

Day 2: ARRIVAL TO THE HOLY LAND Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, meet with your professional tour guide, who will be with you during your visit to the Holy Land. Transfer to Galilee for an overnight stay.

Day 3: CAESAREA- HAIFA- GALILEEStart your day by visiting ancient Caesarea, which was once the ancient capital of the Roman province. Visit the Byzantine churches, the Roman Theater, Crusader’s moat and the aqueduct. Continue on north to the sparkling city of Haifa; ascend to the top of Mt. Carmel for a panoramic view of the city and port. Celebrate Mass at Stella Maris Convent, and the Cave of Elijah. Drive to Cana where the Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water into wine at the wedding feast. Then back to Nazareth to visit Mary’s well, the Basilica of the Annunciation and the Church of St. Joseph.

Day 4: SEA OF GALILEE- CAESAREA PHILIPPIStart the day by enjoying a scenic boat ride across the Sea of Galilee, where you will find a 2000 years old boat recently uncovered on the shores of Galilee. Continue on to Capernaum; the home of our Lord during his ministry, visit the synagogue. Drive to the site of multiplication of loaves and fish “Tabgha”, continue on to visit the Church of St. Peter’s Primacy. Ascend to the top of Mount of Beatitudes to celebrate Mass in the scene of Jesus’ great Sermon on the

Mount. Drive up to Caesarea Philippi, where Jesus told St. Peter “You are the rock, and upon this rock I will build my church”.

Day 5: JORDAN RIVER- MOUNT TABOR- BETHLEHEMAfter breakfast, start the day remembering the Baptism at the Jordan River. Then drive to Mount Tabor to visit the site of Transfiguration of Jesus and enjoy the amazing scenery of Jezreel Valley. Celebrate Mass at the top of the mount, which will be a good preparation for the journey to Jerusalem where Jesus was to suffer the crucifixion and resurrection. Continue to visit Elah Valley where David fought with Goliath. Then proceed to Emmaus where the resurrected Jesus met the two disciples and shared a meal with them.

Day 6: BETHLEHEM- EIN KAREM- JERUSALEMAfter breakfast, start the day at the Nativity Church, the birthplace of Jesus Christ, celebrate Mass there. Visit the Grotto of St. Jerome and Milk Grotto. Continue on to Beit Sahour to visit the Shepherd’s Field. In the afternoon, head to Ein Karem, the birthplace of St. John the Baptist to visit the church that commemorates his memory. Then walk up the hill to reach the Visitation Church where Mary met her cousin Elisabeth and proclaimed her famous Magnificent.

Day 7: JERUSALEM After breakfast, start the day at the top of the Mount of Olives; visit the Chapel of the Ascension and Paternoster Church where Jesus taught the Lord’s Prayer to his

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disciples. Enjoy the panoramic view of the old city of Jerusalem.Walk through Palm Sunday route to reach Dominus Flevit Church where Jesus wept over the fate of Jerusalem. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations for Mass on the Rock of Agony.Proceed to the Western Wall, and Mount Zion, visit the upper room where Jesus had his Last Supper with the Disciples, Tomb of King David and Church of Dormition, then walk to the Church of St. Peter in Gallicantu, the house of Caiaphas where Jesus was held for a night after he was arrested from the Garden.

Day 8: JERUSALEM- BETHANY- JERICHOEarly Start from Via Dolorosa, walk through the Stations of the Cross to reach the most sacred place for Christians, which is The Church of the Holy Sepulchre to visit the Golgotha and the tomb of our Lord. Then Continue on to visit St. Anne’s Church where the parents of Virgin Mary lived, nearby view the Pool of the Bethesda. Head to Bethany where Jesus raised Lazarus from the death, visit the tomb of Lazarus, celebrate Mass there. Proceed through the Judean Wilderness to ancient Jericho, the oldest inhabited city in the world. From the top of the ancient “Tel”, you will enjoy a beautiful view of Elisha’s fountain, the Mount of Temptation and later the Sycamore Tree. Drive to Qumran where the Dead sea Scrolls were found.

Day 9: DEPARTUREToday you will head to the airport in Tel Aviv to catch your flight back home.

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Tel Aviv

Bethlehem

Jerusalem

Jericho

Tiberias

Nazareth

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YOUR TRIP INCLUDES:

• Round Trip Airfare. • All airport taxes & Fuel SURCHARGES!

• Includes First class Hotels 4-5 stars.• Transfers as per itinerary.

• Breakfast and Dinner daily.• Wine with dinners (optional).

• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s).

• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary. • Daily Masses.

• NOT INCLUDED:

• Lunches. • Travel Insurance optional.

• Extended Cancellation Protection Plan.• Tips to your guide & driver. • Items of a personal nature.

NOTE: This itinerary is shown as an example.

All itineraries are customized based on the group’s goals

and intentions.

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Day 1: DEPART FROM USA TO ISREALOvernight Flight

Day 2: WELCOME TO THE HOLY LANDArrive at Ben Gurion Airport. Our representative will help you through customs and take you to the bus where you will meet your guide. Your guide will take you to our hotel in Natanye where you will have dinner and stay the night.

Day 3: CAESAREA- NAZARETH- GALILEE- CANAAfter a rich breakfast, you will drive to Caesarea on the Sea, visit the Roman Theater, the new excavations and the Aqueduct. You will then continue on to Mount Carmel where you will visit the Church of Stella Maris and enjoy a special Falafel Lunch. In the afternoon, you will travel to Nazareth where Jesus spent most of his Childhood and adolescence. There you will visit the Church of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s carpentry workshop, St. Mary’s Well and the Old Market. From there you will drive through the Galilee Hills towards Cana of the Galilee (site of the first miracle of Jesus). Dinner and overnight accommodations will be in Nazareth or Tiberias.

Day 4: SEA OF GALILEE- CAPERNAUM- MT. BEATITIUDESAfter breakfast, you will depart to see the Holy Land and historical places along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. The tour starts at Capernaum where you will you visit the remnants of Peter’s mother-in –law’s house and the old synagogue where Jesus preached. You will then proceed to the Mount if Beatitudes (The location of Sermon of the Mount) and drive onto Tabgha where the miracle of Multiplication of the Fish and Bread took place, close to the Church of Peter’s Primacy and the Miraculous Fishing. There you will take a boat trip on the water of the Sea as was done in the times of Jesus.

Day 5: MOUNT TABOR- JERICHOAfter breakfast, you will drive along the Jordan Valley to Mount Tabor (The site of the Transfiguration) and then to Beit Shaen where you will visit the largest excavation in the Holy Land –the Roman hot baths and Theatre. You will continue on to Jericho where you will visit the ruins of the ancient city conquered by Joshua (Josh. 6:1, 2, 20) and the traditional site of the Temptation of Jesus (Matt, 4:1-11) then you will drive up the Judean hills and enter the Holy City of Jerusalem with a special ceremonial blessing. Dinner and overnight accommodation will be in Jerusalem.

Day 6: BETHLEHEM- JERUSALEMAfter breakfast you will drive to Bethlehem where you will visit the Church of Nativity (the world’s oldest functioning church) and view Shepherds’ Field where the Good News was first heard. You will then return to the New City of Jerusalem where you can visit the biblical village of Ein Karim (birthplace of John the Baptist) and the Model of Jerusalem of the Second Temple Era. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be in Jerusalem.

Day 7: JERUSALEMAfter breakfast, you will start the day with an early walk through the stations of the Via Dolorosa (possibly carrying a wooden cross), visit the Holy Sepulcher Church and attend Mass there. You will also have a chance to go to the Chapel of Ascension and the Church of Pater Noster, drive to the Dung Gate to see the Walling Wall, visit the Church of Dormition, David’s Tomb and the Cenacle. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be in Jerusalem

Day 8: JERUSALEMAfter breakfast, you will begin the day by overlooking the city of Jerusalem from the top of Mount Olives. When finished,


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you will walk down the hill to visit Dominus Flevit, the Garden of Gethsemane and the basilica of Agony. Then you will ascend, as Jesus did, to the traditional site of the Temple Mount to visit the Western Wall and explore the Ophel excavations south of the Mount, including the temple steps which Jesus and the disciples trod. After lunch, you will proceed to the Upper Room on Mount Zion where you will have the opportunity to remember the Last Supper. You will spend some time in Gethsemane during the afternoon, and end the day at Peter in Gallicantu (believe to be the site of Caiaphas’ house where Jesus was tried and kept overnight)

Day 9: BETHANY- MASSADA- DEAD SEA- JERUSALEM After breakfast, we head to Bethany, house of Mary & Martha, the Tomb of Lazarus. Heading to Masada (Herod’s mountain top fortress that became the last stronghold of the Jewish Rebellion against the Romans) for and additional charge. You will have a chance to ride a cable care to the top and peer down upon the remains of the Roman camps and siege ramp below. You will stop briefly at the shores of the Dead Sea for a quick dip in the salt and mineral laden waters. We continue to Jerusalem for a free time in the old city.

Day 10: JERUSALEM- EIN KAREMAfter breakfast, you will travel to Ein Karem, known as the birthplace of John the Baptist and the church of Visitation where the Blessed Virgin Mary visit her cousin Elizabeth , (Luke 1:26-40). We will visit worship at the Garden Tomb (Possible site of the garden of Joseph of Arimathea) and experience the reality of the Resurrection.

Day 11: RETURNDepart on an exciting extension of your trip or make plans to return home.

Church of the Holy SepulchreJerusalem- Holy Land


Tel Aviv

Bethlehem

Jerusalem

Jericho

Tiberias

Nazareth

Galilee

Mt Carmel

Caesarea

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Day 1: DEPART FROM USA TO ISREAL

Day 2: WELCOME TO THE HOLY LANDArrive at Ben Gurion Airport. Our representative will help you through customs and take you to the bus where you will meet your guide. Your guide will take you to our hotel in Natanye where you will have dinner and stay the night.

Day 3: CAESAREA- NAZARETH– GALILEE- CANAAfter a rich breakfast, you will drive to Caesarea on the Sea, visit the Roman Theater, the new excavations and the Aque-duct. You will then continue on to Mount Carmel where you will visit the Church of Stella Maris and enjoy a special Falafel Lunch. In the Afternoon, you will travel to Nazareth where Jesus spent most of his Childhood and adolescence. There you will visit the Church of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s carpentry workshop, St. Mary’s Well and the Old Market. From there you will drive through the Galilee Hills towards Cana of the Galilee (site of the first miracle of Jesus). Dinner and overnight accommodations will be in Nazareth or Tiberias.

Day 4: SEA OF GALILEE- CAPERNAUM- MT. BEATITIUDESAfter breakfast, you will depart to see the Holy Land and his-torical places along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. The tour starts at Capernaum where you will you visit the remnants of Peter’s mother-in –law’s house and the old synagogue where Jesus preached. You will then proceed to the Mount if Beat-itudes (The location of Sermon of the Mount) and drive onto Tabgha where the miracle of Multiplication of the Fish and bread took Place, close to the Church of Peter’s Primacy and the Miraculous Fishing. There you will take a boat trip on the water of the Sea as was done in the times of Jesus.

Day 5: MOUNT TABOR- JERICHOAfter Breakfast, you will drive along the Jordan Valley to Mount Tabor (The site of the Transfiguration) and then to Beit Shaen where you will visit the largest excavation in the Holy Land –the Roman hot baths and Theatre. You will continue

on to Jericho where you will visit the ruins of the ancient city conquered by Joshua (Josh. 6:1, 2, 20) and the traditional site of the Temptation of Jesus (Matt, 4:1-11) then you will drive up the Judean hills and enter the Holy City of Jerusalem with a special ceremonial blessing. Dinner and overnight accommoda-tion will be in Jerusalem.

Day 6: BETHLEHEM- JERUSALEMAfter breakfast you will drive to Bethlehem where you will visit the Church of Nativity (the world’s oldest functioning church) and view Shepherds’ Field where the Good News was first heard. You will then return to the New City of Jerusalem where you can visit the biblical village of Ein Karim (birthplace of John the Baptist) and the Model of Jerusalem of the Second Temple Era. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be in Jerusalem.

DAY 7: JERUSALEMAfter breakfast, you will start the day with an early walk through the stations of the Via Dolorosa (possibly carrying a wooden cross), visit the Holy Sepulcher Church and attend Mass there. You will also have a chance to go to the Chapel of Ascension and the Church of Pater Noster, drive to the Dung Gate to see the Walling Wall, visit the Church of Dormition, David’s Tomb and the Cenacle. Dinner and overnight accom-modations will be in Jerusalem

Day 8: JERUSALEMAfter breakfast, you will begin the day by overlooking the city of Jerusalem from the top of Mount Olives. When finished, you will walk down the hill to visit Dominus Flevit, the Garden of Gethsemane and the basilica of Agony. Then you will ascend, as Jesus did, to the traditional site of the Temple Mount to visit the Western Wall and explore the Ophel excavations south of the Mount, including the temple steps which Jesus and the disciples trod. After lunch, you will proceed to the Upper Room on Mount Zion where you will have the opportunity to remem-ber the Last Supper. You will spend some time in Gethsemane

Petra- Jordan

A Very Spiritual Pilgrimage to Holy Land & Jordan - 12 Days

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during the afternoon, and end the day at Peter in Gallicantu (be-lieve to be the site of Caiaphas’ house where Jesus was tried and kept overnight)

Day 9: BETHLEHEM Breakfast and a drive from Bethlehem to the Allenby Bridge. Complete border crossing procedures and enter into Jordan. Drive to Madaba, the biblical Medaba. Lunch, and then continue our tour westward to Mt. Nebo believed to be the site of the tomb of Mo-ses. Drive north to the modern capital city of Amman. A short tour of the city of Amman, ending at your hotel.

Day 10: WEDI MOUSA- PETRABreakfast, and an early departure driving south to Wadi Musa. On horseback travel through the “Siq” an immense crack in the Nubian sandstone, to the city of Petra. Two thousand years ago the Nabateans carved a city out of the rose red rock and the Trea-sury, El Khazneh, is one of the most elegant remains of antiquity. Beyond the Treasury you will find yourself surrounded on both sides by hundreds of Petra’s carved and built structures. Lunch, then return through the Siq to Wadi Musa. Drive back to Amman for an overnight.

Day 11: JERASH- AMMANBreakfast, then drive to Jerash, one of the best preserved and most complete provincial Roman cities, a confederation of ten Grae-co-Roman cities dating from the 1st century BC situated in Jordan, Syria and Israel. Known as the Pompeii of the East for its extraor-dinary state of preservation the ruins indicate human occupation at this location for more than 2500 years. The most well-known monu-ments include the colonnaded street, the Temple of Zeus, the Forum and Hadrian’s Arch. Lunch, then transfer back to Amman. Balance of day at leisure. Overnight.

DAY 12: RETURNBreakfast and then you will be met and transferred to Amman airport for your departure flight back home.

Petra- Jordan

Sea of Galilee- Holy Land Tel Aviv

Bethlehem

Jerusalem

Jericho

Tiberias

Beit shean

Nazareth

Galilee

Mt Carmel

Caesarea

Madaba

Jerash

Petra

Amman

Masada

Ein Karem Qumran

Mt. Nebo

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Day 1: USA - ITALYDepart USA for your overnight flight to Rome. Dinner and breakfast will be served on board. Day 2: ROME We arrive in beautiful Rome and take some time to relax and get settled. Day 3: ROME In the morning, we begin by attending a papal audience with Pope Francis. After the audience we visit the Vatican Museums to see centuries of beautiful artwork and artifacts. See the art-work of Michelangelo such as the Pieta and the Sistine Chapel. We will explore St. Peter’s Basilica in all of its splendor, built over St. Peter’s tomb. Finally, we will visit the recently excavat-ed necropolis. Day 4: ROME We begin by seeing the Basilica of St. Mary Major, which contains a relic from the manger. From here, we visit the Scala Sancta, the stairs Christ climbed to stand before Pontius Pilate. Those who wish may climb the stairs, as is the custom, on their knees. The Basilica of St. John Lateran, once the residence for popes, is a marvelous site, as is St. Paul Outside the Walls, which shelters the relics of St. Paul the Apostle. We visit the Church of Domine Quo Vadis, where Christ appeared to Peter and gave him the courage to follow him to Martyrdom, as foretold in the Gospels. Finally, we visit the catacombs to see where the persecuted Christians practiced their faith in hiding. Day 5: ROME – MONTE CASSINO – SAN GIOVANNI RO-TONDO Heading south, we pass through the Roman countryside by the vineyards. We learn about the state of the Church and culture

in Italy before finding ourselves in Montecassino, a town found-ed by St. Benedict in 529. We continue on to San Giovanni Rotundo, the home town of Padre Pio. Day 6: SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO - MONTE SANT’ ANGEL We celebrate mass at the tomb of Padre Pio and take a tour of the sanctuary. We see the old church and the crucifix before which he received the stigmata in 1918. We see the confes-sional where Padre Pio directed people on their path. We stand and pray before Padre Pio’s incorrupt body. Moving on, we have a stunning view of the Gargano Peninsula as we pass by to the Grotto of Michael the Archangel. Saints and popes and people from all over have come to this grotto looking for the protection and intercession of St. Michael. Day 7: SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO – LANCIANO – LORETO ASSISI We travel to Lanciano to visit the Church of St. Longinus, home of a Eucharistic miracle. We marvel at the miracle and cele-brate mass before traveling to see the Holy House of Naza-reth, the house where Mary first prayed the Magnificat, and the Madonna of Loreto. Day 8: ASSISI The namesake of our Pope, St. Francis of Assisi is our main focus today as we begin with a visit of his tomb. We can see at the Basilica many of his posessions, the crucifix that spoke to him, asking him, “Rebuild my church.” We visit the chapel where St. Francis spent most of his time as well as the Church of St. Clare, where her relics are housed. Day 9: ASSISI – SIENA - ASSISI In the morning we head to Siena, where Saints Catherine and Bernardine were born. We see and walk in the Piazza Del

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Campo before visiting the cathedral and Basilica of St. Francis, home of a Eucharistic miracle. We continue on to see the incorrupt relics of St. Catherine at the Basilica of St. Dominic. Afterward, we return to Assisi. Day 10: ASSISI - ROME – USA We board our planes and depart from Rome for the United States.

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Day 1: DEPART USADepart USA for your overnight flight to Europe. Dinner and breakfast will be served on board. Day 2: ARRIVE LOURDESUpon arrival in Europe you will connect with your flight to Toulouse, Pau or Lourdes airport. Upon arrival you will find your luggage and exit the baggage claim into the arrivals hall where you will be greeted by a tour guide and/or driver. You will be escorted to the vehicle which will then take you on your scenic drive to Lourdes. Upon arrival you will check in to your hotel and relax or explore before dinner. Following dinner you may choose to participate in the candlelight procession before retiring for the evening. Day 3 & 4: LOURDESDuring the next two days in Lourdes you will have time to pray with your fellow pilgrims from around the world. During your trip you will have an opportunity to: Attend Mass at the Grot-to, watch a video presentation telling the story of Lourdes, and walk in the footsteps of St. Bernadette. See Boly Mill where St. Bernadette was born, and the “Cachot,” an abandoned prison where Bernadette’s impoverished family lived. Join your prayers with those of pilgrims from around the world as you pray for the sick, drink water from the miraculous spring or submerge yourself in the healing baths. Experience Christ’s love as you walk in the chapel built on the very rock of the Grotto, in obedience to the request of the “Immaculate Conception.” Evenings are free for optional Blessed Sacrament Procession before dinner. Your role in the universal church will have new meaning as you join the candlelight procession and group rosary (candlelight procession & group rosary only occur April- October). Day 5: LOURDES – PARISAfter an early breakfast we make our way to Lourdes or Pau Airport for our short flight to Paris. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our tour guide and brought to your transportation. You will have free time for lunch and then depart for our tour of Paris. We will begin with holy Mass at the Shrine of the Mi-

raculous Medal. View the incorrupt body of St. Catherine La-bouret whose guardian angel led her to the chapel where the Blessed Virgin dis-played a vision of the miraculous medal and later the green scapular. The Virgin promised bountiful graces for all who wore these. Next we depart on our sightseeing tour which includes the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, L’Arc de Triomphe, the and Champs Elysees. Enjoy other sights on this mostly panoramic tour. We enjoy a lovely dinner before returning to our hotel for a restful overnight. Day 6: LISIEUX, ST. TERESE THE LITTLE FLOWERAfter breakfast, we depart for Lisieux where we will enjoy a tour of the home of St. Therese whom Pope Pius X called “the greatest saint of modern times.” Her extraordinary love for God and service to humanity comes alive as you visit the Basil-ica of Saint Therese, one of the biggest and most magnificent religious structures built in the 20th-century. While in Lisiuex we will celebrate Mass will be celebrated. We will stop at Les Buissonets, St. Therese’s family home, there on display are relics, clothing, and personal objects belonging to the “little flower.” Before leaving tour the ancient Cathedral of St. Peter and the Carmelite Convent. We return on to Paris for dinner and overnight. Day 7: NEVERS, THE BODY OF ST. BERNADETTEAfter breakfast, we depart for Nevers by way of the pictur-esque Loire Valley. After taking the veil in 1867, St. Berna-dette lived for 12 years as a member of the Congregation of the Sisters of Nevers. At least three times during her short lifetime, she received the last Sacraments. In addition to asth-ma, she was gradually struck by other illnesses, among them was tuberculosis of the lung and a tubercular tumor in her right knee. St. Bernadette eventually died at the age of 35. See St. Bernadette’s incorrupt body at the convent of St. Gildard, miraculously preserved since her death in 1879. We return to Paris for dinner and overnight. Day 8: PARIS – LYONAfter breakfast, we depart for the airport for our short flight to Lyon. Upon arrival we will be greeted by our driver. We

A Very Spiritual Pilgrimage to Holy Shrines of France - 11 Days

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will enjoy a panoramic tour of Lyon before arriving at our hotel. Enjoy free time to rest and refresh before dinner. Day 9: PARAY-LE-MONIAL & ARS After breakfast, we journey to Paray-le-Monial where we will visit the Chapel of the Visitation where Jesus exposed His Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque during a number of apparitions, Reliquary of St. Margaret containing her relics, located underneath a wax figure of the saint. We continue on to the pretty little town of Ars, best known for St. Jean-Marie Vianney, the patron saint of priests. There are several sights of special importance such as: Church (Église), a 12th-century church where the saint preached; Basilica (Basilique), a newer basilica built next to the church that displays the saint’s incorrupt body; Heart Chapel, which contains the saint’s heart; Home of St. John Vianney preserved the way he left it; Underground Church constructed for pilgrim groups; La Providence, an orphanage founded by St. John Vianney. We return to Lyon for dinner and overnight. Day 10: LA SALETTEAfter breakfast we depart for La Salette located in a high alpine pas-ture in the French Alps, La Salette is the site where the Virgin Mary appeared in 1846 to two shepherds, Melanie Matthew and Maximin Gird. Our Lady appeared to these shepherds crying, lamenting over the lack of observance of Sundays and the pro-faning of her Son’s holy name. A spring forever marks the spot where the Virgin appeared and where millions of pilgrims come to in order to drink the fresh spring water and to pray. The stunning mountain scenery and lush mountain trails make La Salette one of the most spectacular pilgrimage site in France, with a beautiful Ba-silica built to honor the Virgin Mary. In 1996 La Salette celebrated the 150th anniversary of Our Lady’s first appearance. We return to Lyon for dinner and over-night. Day 11: LYON – USAAfter breakfast we transfer to Lyon airport for your return flight to the United States. * For those who wish to have more free time in Paris, you may skip the day trips to Lisieux or Nevers to shop, explore or relax!

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Day 1: DEPART FROM USA TO IRELAND

Day 2: DUBLIN, IRELANDArrive in Dublin, upon arriving you will meet your guide. We will have a nice and short city tour to Ireland’s historic capital city. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a fun-filled welcome dinner at the Brazen Head, one of Dublin’s oldest pubs.

Day 3: DUBLINToday, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Dublin; the “Fair City” that includes an inspiring visit to St. Patrick’s Cathedral .you’ll also see O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, phoenix Park and the city’s magnificent rows of stately Georgian town homes. After-wards, enter the scholarly grounds of Trinity College to view the Book of Kells, one of medieval Ireland’s religious master-pieces. Spend the reminder of the day at leisure, relaxing or exploring the cultural and spatula offering of delightful Dublin on your own.

Day 4: DUBLIN- WICKLOW- GLENDALOUGH- DUBLINTravel into the rugged Wicklow Mountains south of Dublin. Here, each pass reveals a remarkable vista, revealing some of the wonders of creation. Continue to Glendalough, the “Valley of the Tow Lakes.” In the 6th century, Saint Kevin, who legend says lived until age 120, founded a thriving monastic commu-nity in this beautiful place. Today, see the remains of the early center of Christian life. Pay a visit to the Avoca Handweaving Mill before returning to Dublin.

Day 5: DUBLIN- ROCK OF CASHEL- CORK –KINSALE This morning, drive into Ireland’s beautiful Curragh region, a place well-known for Irish horse breeding and training. In the center of the country, you pause to visit the historic Rock of Cashel. Here, Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, per-sonally carried out baptisms. In this mystical place you can still feel the power of his belief. Continue on to Cork, the second city of Ireland. Later, arrive in the charming fishing town of Kinsale, known for its spectacular restaurants and art galleries. Settle into your waterfront hotel for a two night stay.

Day 6: KINSALE- COBH- MIDLETON- KINSALEBegin your day with a trip to the port of Cobh and the Cobh Heritage Centre. Come to know the personal stories behind the millions of Irish Emigrants who have carried their strong faith and vibrant culture around the globe. Later, visit the old Midleton Distillery and discover the secrets of Jameson’s Irish whiskey. Then, enjoy time in Kinsale to independently explore more of this lovely town.

Day 7: KINSALE- LIMERICK-BUNRATTY- GALWAYDepart this morning for Limerick. Upon arrival, visit Saint Mary’s Cathedral. Although it dates back to 11068, this magnificent structure is still used for its original purpose and remains a pillar which holds the local community together. Continue to Bunratty and visit Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. This intriguing site offers a window into the life of the Ireland of yesteryear. Later experience the customs and daily life of a traditional Irish family during a special visit to Rathbaun Farm.

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A Very Spiritual Pilgrimage to Shrines of Ireland - 10 Days

Enjoy a guided tour of the farmers join the farmers for tea and scones and stories of life in this peaceful place. Then travel to the great city of Galway on Ireland’s West Coast. Perhaps tonight you will take advantage of the chance to enjoy Galway’s charms.

Day 8: GALWAY- KNOCK- GALWAY:Today you have the chance to worship at the Marian Shrine of Knock. On August 21, 1879, fifteen witnesses behold an appari-tion of the Blessed Virgin with Saint John and Joseph. The site of this vision is visited by 1,5million pilgrimage each year. Pope John II worshipped at the Shrine in 1979 to mark the centenary of the vision. After this moving experience, return to town for some time at leisure.

Day 9: GALWAY- CLONMACNOISE- ATHLONE- DUBLIN Depart Galway and pass the village of Athenry, inspiration for the famous song, “The Fields of Athenry.” Journey to the stirring ruins of Clonmacnnoise, site of Ireland’s greatest monastic settlement. Tour this holy site and learn about the great Celtic Christian tradition of the Irish. Then, travel to the nearby town of Athlone. Since medieval times, this place has been an important crossing point to the river Shannon. Pay a visit to Sean’s Pub, recorded as the oldest pub in Europe. Toast the fellowship of travel and the end of a life-chang-ing trip at farewell dinner. Day 10: DUBLIN- TOUR ENDSYour tour comes to a close in Dublin.

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Day 1: USA - LISBON We board our lanes and depart for Lisbon.

Day 2: ARRIVE LISBON We board our planes and depart for Lisbon. Upon arrival, we take a moment to get settled before getting started on our ex-ploration of the city. Among our many stops are St. Anthony’s Church celebrating St. Anthony of Padua, St. Jerome’s Monas-tery, the Discoveries Monument, the cathedral, the Basilica of the Star, and much more.

Day 3: LISBON - SANTAREM - FATIMA We visit the Church of St. Stephen, home to a Eucharistic mira-cle that has been on display since 1269 AD. After celebrating mass here, we continue to Fatima where the Virgin appeared to three children and exhorted them to pray for peace and conversion.

Day 4: FATIMA We see the basilica, the graves of Francesco and Jacinta, the Hamlet of Aljustrel where they lived, and Valinhos, where Our Lady appeared to them upon their release from prison. Walk the Via Sacra that ends in the Chapel of Calvary overlooking Fatima. We experience all of the spiritual customs that have arisen out of the apparitions that took place here.

Day 5: FATIMA - SALAMANCA Upon arrival in Salamanca, we visit the impressive Plaza Mayor, the center of the town, a beautiful Baroque styled church called La Clerecia, the Casa de las Conchas, the grand university, cathedrals, Roman architecture, the San Marcos and San Martin churches, and the attractions of the city.

Day 6: SALAMANCA - ALBA DE TORMES - ÁVILA - BUR-GOS Moving on, we visit the village of Alba de Tormes where we visit the Carmelite Monastery St. Teresa called home and now

hosts her incorrupt relics. From here, we continue to Avila to see the eleventh century city walls, and the shrines of St. Teresa. We will also see the Incarnation Convent where she became a nun and the museum at the site. Built on the site of her home, La Santa Monastery is a marvelous sight as well as San Jose Convent, the first she founded. Continuing our pilgrimage, we travel to Burgos and visit its beautiful cathedral.

Day 7: BURGOS - LOYOLA - LOURDES We depart Burgos and make our way to Loyola, the historic home of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuit order. The basilica dedicated to him contains his home behind the sanc-tuary, which we will be able to see a tour of. From here, we

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A Very Spiritual Pilgrimage to Fatima, Spain & Lourdes - 10 Days

make our way through the scenic mountains to the town of Lourdes.

Day 8 & 9: LOURDES Over the course of the two days we spend in Lourdes, we take time to pray with other pilgrims from all over the world. Additionally, we walk together through the life of St. Bernadette, seeing the abandoned prison her family lived in, see the life-sized stations o the cross, attend mass at the chapel Our Lady insisted be built. Especially moving is the candlelight procession and group rosary.

Day 10: LOURDES - USA We board our planes and return home.

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• Round Trip Airfare • All airport taxes & Fuel SURCHARGES!

• Includes First class Hotels 4-5 stars.• Transfers as per itinerary

• Breakfast and Dinner daily• Wine with dinners (optional)

• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)

• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary • Daily Masses

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Day 1: USA - WARSAW Depart USA for your overnight flight(s) to Warsaw. Dinner and breakfast will be served on board. Day 2: WARSAWWe arrive in Warsaw, make our way to our hotels, and take time to relax and get settled. In the evening, we celebrate mass at St. James Church, where St. Faustina attended. Day 3: WARSAW Today we visit each of the major sights in Warsaw: Market Square, Old Town, the Barbican, Lazienki Park, the Chopin Statue, the Warsaw Ghetto monument, and the Royal Castle. We celebrate mass at the very site where St. Faustina entered the convent. We take the rest of the day to relax and reflect. Day 4: WARSAW - SWINICE WARCKIE - NIEPOKALANOW - CZESTOCHOWA We travel to Swince Warckie to St. Casimir Church where St. Faustina was baptized. Continuing on to Nieokalanow, we visit the Franciscan monastery founded by St. Maximillian Kolbe. Finally, we make our way to the shrine of Our Lady of Czesto-chowa. Day 5: CZESTOCHOWA - WADOWICE - ZAKOPANE Beginning the day with mass at the Jasna Gora Monastery, home of the Black Madonna, we stay for a while to venerate the icon and explore. Afterward, we continue to Wadowice, where Pope John Paul II was born, and see the church where he was baptized. Heading on to Zakopane, we take a cable car ride to the mountaintop to enjoy the splendid view. Day 6: ZAKOPANE – KRAKOW We visit the same Jaszczorowka Chapel that St. John Paul II loved and celebrate mass. Moving on to the exciting Krupow-

ki Street, we do some shopping and looking around at the bazaar. As we head toward Krakow, we make a stop at the Wieliczka Salt Mines. Day 7: KRAKOW - AUSCHWITZ - KRAKOW The day starts with a visit of Krakow’s Market Square just in time to hear the bugler from St. Mary’s Tower. The square, largely unchanged for the past 700 years, has many important sights to see including the Town Hall Tower, the Cloth Hall, and the burgher’s houses. From here, we visit the cathedral with the Wit Stwosz altar, Coronation Chapel, and the Royal Chambers. Later, we visit Auschwitz, the Nazi concentration camp where St. Maximillian Kolbe and Anne Frank both died.

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Saint Paul II’s beloved homeland Pilgrimage to Poland - 9 Days

WARSAW | NIEPOKALANOW | CZESTOCHOWA | WADOWICE | ZAKOPANE KRAKOW | DIVINE MERCY | LAGIEWNIKI

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Day 8: KRAKOW – DIVINE MERCY - LAGIEWNIKI - KRAKOW Our journey takes us to Lagiewniki, home of the Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy. Here, St. Faustina received the message from Christ that the devotion was to be spread. The sanctuary hosts icons of the Merciful Jesus and relics of St. Faustina. We get to see the Shrine of Divine Mercy and St. Faustina’s tomb. Before leaving, we celebrate mass at the Shrine of Divinity, dedicated by St. John Paul II during his final visit to his home country. Finally, we visit the relic of St. John Paul II. Day 9: KRAKOW - USA We depart from Krakow and head home.

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Day 1: DEPART USA Enjoy the meal provided as we depart from home and head to Greece.

Day 2: ARRIVE ATHENS The plane touch down and we unwind and unpack before relaxation and dinner in the evening.

Day 3: ATHENS: CITY TOUR Breakfast is served and we visit the 11th century Monastery of Kaisariani, consecrated to the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple. A tour of the monastery captures our minds before prayer and reflection. Moving on, we visit Athens to see points where Paul had his famous confrontation, the Parthenon, the Acropolis, and Hadrian’s Arch. We have an opportunity to celebrate mass in a local church before having dinner and retiring for the evening.

Day 4: ATHENS: EXCURSION TO DELPHI The excursion to Delphi brings us through the ancient sights of the Sanctuary of Apollo and the Oracle of Delphi. Explore the history more deeply as we visit other ruins and museums. We return to Athens in the evening for dinner and an opportunity to attend a local mass.

Day 5: ATHENS: MASS AT CATHEDRAL & CITY TOUR Mass is celebrated at the beautiful cathedral in Athens before we visit the Athens Archeological Museum. Relax and enjoy the day, taking in everything Athens has to offer before we join together for dinner.

Day 6: ATHENS / PIRAEUS / CRUISE TO MYKONOS We eat breakfast and embark on a cruise through the Greek Isles. Enjoy the enrapturing scenery of Island beaches, warm

sun, and the blue sea. We touch land at Mykonos in the after-noon and join our guide for a tour of the charming town filled with restaurants, shops, and old world appeal. In the evening, the discos come alive. Don’t forget to set aside time to see the magnificent sunset.

Day 7: CRUISE TO KUSADASI, TURKEY & PATMOS, GREECE Today we find ourselves at Mt. Koressos. Tucked away in a small valley, the Virgin Mary is known to have spent her last days in a small house at the site of this humble chapel we visit. Moving on to Ephesus, we pass through the Magnesian Gate and enter into perhaps the most incredible excava-tion we will see on this trip. See the Great Theatre where St. Paul preached, which held a crowd of up to 24,000 people. Moving back, we pass along the Arcadian Way, walking in the footsteps of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra. We stop at the Basilica of St. John, erected in the 500s AD over his grave. En-joy some time exploring the beautiful town of Kusadasi before we board the ship for lunch and head to Patmos. We arrive at Skala Harbow and quaint white houses, shopping, restaurants, and colorful flowers. Home to the cave where St. John lived and is believed to have written the book of Revelation, Patmos also offers us the chance to visit the nearby monastery, filled with precious icons and manuscripts. We return to the ship for dinner and to retire for the night.

Day 8: CRUISE TO RHODES After breakfast we head out for the tour of the Isle of Rhodes. Seeing the charming coastline with its white villages, we head toward Lindos, an important city in ancient Greece. Protected by walls built by knights in the 13th century, the Acropolis of Lindos sits at the edge of a drop-off rising 400 feet above the sea. From here, we step forth to the stairs leading to the Temple of Athena.

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In the Footsteps of St. Paul & the Early Church A Pilgrimage to Greece - 11 Days

ATHENS | PIRAEUS | CRUISE TO MYKONOS | CRUISE TO KUSADASI | TURKEY | PATOMS GREECE | CRUISE TO RHODES | CRUISE TO HERAKLION | SANTORINI | CORINIT


After our tour of the Acropolis, we return to the city of Rhodes to take a scenic trip through the city before arriving at Mount Smith, home to the ruins of the ancient city of Rhodes, the Temple of Apollo, and the Diagoras Stadium. We continue on to the medieval city of Rhodes where the knights made their home. We return to the ship for dinner and relaxation to end the evening.

Day 9: CRUISE TO HERAKLION & SANTORINI We visit the ruins of Knossos, a short drive from Heklion’s center. We also see the Knossos Palace, Venetian fortresses, museums, as well as fine examples of Greek asthetic architecture. The outdoor market, teeming with life, must be seen and appreciated as all essential and not-so-essential goods are bought and sold.Back on our ship, we sail to Santorini where the stunning landscape is highlighted with the volcanic crater barely submerged in the sea. The island of Santorini is home to many shops and cafes scattered among scenic white houses that we will visit on our tour.As a special treat, we visit a local wine tasting before returning to the ship for dinner as we wind down the evening.

Day 10: ARRIVE PIRAEUS / EXCURSION TO CORINTH Returning from our cruise, we move on to Corinth, where St. Paul spent over a year evangelizing. Paul stayed here working with Pris-cilla and Aquila before being put on trial. We celebrate the liturgy in Corinth and reflect on the letters he wrote while there.We round out the day in Epidaurus, visiting a well preserved aphi-theatre with splendid acoustics, before our lively farewell dinner.

Day 11: RETURN USA From the Athens airport, we embark on our flight back home.

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YOUR TRIP INCLUDES:

• Round Trip Airfare • All airport taxes & Fuel SURCHARGES!

• Includes First class Hotels 4-5 stars.• Cruises mentioned in the Itinerary

• Transfers as per itinerary • Breakfast and Dinner daily

• Wine with dinners (optional)• Assistance of a professional local Catholic

guide(s)• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary

• Daily Masses •

NOT INCLUDED: • Lunches.

• Travel Insurance optional• Extended Cancellation Protection Plan.

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Day 1: DEPART USA We depart from the United States to France.

Day 2: PARIS - NEVERS We arrive in France and take a moment to get settled. First, we attend mass at the Sacre Coeur Basilica before departing for Nevers, passing through the Loire Valley. It was here, in Nevers, that St. Bernadette lived for 12 years with the Con-gregation of the Sisters of Nevers. We will see her incorrupt body at the convent of St. Gildard, preserved miraculously since her death in 1879.

Day 3: NEVERS – PARIS The morning begins with mass at St. Gildard Convent after which we depart for Paris. We then see the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Labouret, who was led to the chapel and subse-quent Marian apparition by her guardian angel. We continue on to see the Notre Dame Cathedral, L’Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower.

Day 4: LISIEUX We depart for Lisieux in the morning to tour the home of the woman Pope Pius X called “the greatest saint of modern times”, St. Therese. We visit the Basilica of St. Therese and cel-ebrate mass. We continue on to Les Buissonets, her home, and view her relics and personal belongings. We end the day with a tour of the Cathedral of St. Peter and the Carmelite convent.

Day 5: PARIS - ROME From the Paris airport we fly out to Rome to continue our pil-grimage. Upon arrival, we take time to get settled and relax. We take the opportunity to walk down the street from our hotel and enjoy a cappuccino.

Day 6: VATICAN In the morning, we begin by attending a papal audience with Pope Francis. After the audience we visit the Vatican Museums to see centuries of beautiful artwork and artifacts. See the art-work of Michelangelo such as the Pieta and the Sistine Chapel. We will explore St. Peter’s Basilica in all of its splendor, built over St. Peter’s tomb.

Day 7: ROME We begin by seeing the Basilica of St. Mary Major, which

contains a relic from the manger. From here, we visit the Scala Sancta, the stairs Christ climbed to stand before Pontius Pilate. Those who wish may climb the stairs, as is the custom, on their knees. The Basilica of St. John Lateran, once the residence for popes, is a marvelous site, as is St. Paul Outside the Walls, which shelters the relics of St. Paul the Apostle. We visit the Church of Domine Quo Vadis, where Christ appeared to Peter and gave him the courage to follow him to Martyrdom, as foretold in the Gospels. Finally, we visit the catacombs to see where the persecuted Christians practiced their faith in hiding.

Day 8: ROME – MONTECASSINO – SAN GIOVANNI RO-TONDO Heading south, we pass through the Roman countryside by the vineyards. We learn about the state of the Church and culture in Italy before finding ourselves in Montecassino, a town found-ed by St. Benedict in 529. We continue on to San Giovanni Rotundo, the home town of Padre Pio.

Day 9: SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO - MONTE SANT’ ANGELWe celebrate mass at the tomb of Padre Pio and take a tour of the sanctuary. We see the old church and the crucifix before which he received the stigmata in 1918. We see the confes-sional where Padre Pio directed people on their path. We stand and pray before Padre Pio’s incorrupt body. Moving on, we have a stunning view of the Gargano Peninsula as we pass by to the Grotto of Michael the Archangel. Saints and popes and people from all over have come to this grotto looking for the protection and intercession of St. Michael.

Day 10: SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO – LANCIANO – LORE-TO – ASSISI We travel to Lanciano to visit the Church of St. Longinus, home of a Eucharistic miracle. We marvel at the miracle and cele-brate mass before traveling to see the Holy House of Naza-reth, the house where Mary first prayed the Magnificat, and the Madonna of Loreto.

Day 11: ASSISI The namesake of our Pope, St. Francis of Assisi is our main focus today as we begin with a visit of his tomb. We can see at the Basilica many of his possessions, the crucifix that spoke to him, asking him, “Rebuild my church.” We visit the chapel where St. Francis spent most of his time as well as the Church

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A Pilgrimage to France & Shrines of Italy - 17 Days

APARIS | NEVERS | LISIEUX | ROME | VATICAN | LANCIANO | LORETO | ASSISI SIENA | PISA | FLORENCE | PADUA | VENICE


of St. Clare, where her relics are housed. Day 12: ASSISI – SIENA - ASSISI In the morning we head to Siena, where Saints Catherine and Bernardine were born. We see and walk in the Piazza Del Campo before visiting the cathedral and Basilica of St. Francis, home of a Eucharistic miracle. We continue on to see the incorrupt relics of St. Catherine at the Basilica of St. Dominic. Afterward, we return to Assisi. Day 13: ASSISI – PISA - FLORENCE We start the day by traveling to Florence. We make stops at the city of Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and other fine architecture. Upon arrival in Florence, we will take time to see artwork from Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Donatello, and other famous artists. We also have leisurely time to ourselves to enjoy the marvelous city.

Day 14: FLORENCE We take a full guided tour of Florence today, seeing the church of The Holy Cross, where Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli are buried, among others. We walk through the Republic Square and see the Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral followed by an afternoon of artwork at L’Accadamia. Here we see Michelangelo’s statue of David and other historic works.

Day 15: FLORENCE – PADUA Departing Florence, we arrive in Padua and start the day by cele-brating mass at the basilica. After the mass, we visit the tomb of St. Anthony of Padua which hosts several of his relics and learn more about this incredible saint. Afterward, we visit the Basilica of Santa Giustina.

Day 16: PADUA - VENICE We depart Padua and arrive in Venice, not far away, and see the famous waterways. We visit remarkable sites such as St. Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs, The Golden Basilica of San Marco, and the Dodges’ Palace. After the tour, enjoy visiting the shops, cafes, and take a gondola ride. Day 17: VENICE - USA We depart from Venice to return home.

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