206 TOURS
PILGRIMAGES
& SPIRITUAL JOURNEYS
“Celebrating 33 Blessed Years!”
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 206 TOURS // TABLE OF CONTENTS
About Us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Join our family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About our Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Travel // Group & Independent Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Tour 1 // Medjugorje . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Tour 2 // Lourdes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Tour 5 // The Best Shrines Of France . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
Tour 8 // Lourdes, Paris & Lisieux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Tour 37 // Fatima, Spain & Lourdes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-19
Tour 55 // Marian Shrines in Portugal, Spain & France . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-23
Tour 56 // Shrines Of Spain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25
Tour 70 // The Way Of St. James, El Camino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-29
Tour 225 // The Way Of St. Francis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-35
St. Padre Pio 50th Anniversary Pilgrimage to Italy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-37
Tour 96 // Shrines Of Italy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-41
Tour 188 // European Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-45
Tour 208 // Argentina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49
Tour 210 // Carmelite Experience In Spain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-53
Tour 98 // Classic Italy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-57
Tour 103 // All Italian Shrines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-61
Tour 111 // The Holy Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62-64
Tour 161 // Greece . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65-69
Tour 168 // Poland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-72
Tour 200 // The Netherlands, Belgium, Germany & Switzerland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73-75
Tour 187 // Prague, Salzburg, Vienna & Budapest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-77
Tour 195 // Shrines Of Croatia, Slovenia & Venice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78-79
World Meeting of Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-81
Oberammergau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82-83
Tour 202 // Ireland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Tour 217 // Scotland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Tour 221 // England . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Tour 206 // Guadalupe & Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86-87
Tour 212 // Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88-89
Additional Destinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90-91
Map Of Destinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92-93
Terms & Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96-97
Pricing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98-99
Travel Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
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ABOUT 206 TOURS:
Since 1985, 206 Tours is the leading Catholic Tour Operator to the worlds Holy sites. From Adorations to Anniversaries, Beatifica-
tions and Canonizations, Papal Elections and Papal Audiences, and so many more. We offer regularly scheduled departures, that are
open to pilgrims anywhere in the world to join. Special Pilgrimages arranged by group leaders like: Dr. Scott Hahn, Father Donald
Calloway, and the St. Paul Center. All Inclusive pilgrimages, with Four-Star Hotels, Mass Daily, Breakfast and Dinner daily, all trans-
fers, professional Catholic guide throughout. If you are interested in arranging a “Special” pilgrimage for your Diocese, Church,
Family, and Friends, let us know.
WHY CHOOSE AND TRUST 206 TOURS?
Since 1985, we have serviced over 400,000 pilgrims, from all
over the United States, Canada, and the world. Along with an
“All Inclusive” pilgrimage, all are accompanied by a Catholic
Priest who will celebrate Mass daily, as well as daily Rosary,
and be available for Confession and Spiritual Guidance. We
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as read hundreds of Feedback Letters, direct from clients like
you (www.206tours.com/letters). You can register any time on
our website, which will be followed up by an emailed invoice
upon confirmation. Feel free to call our office during regular
business hours for any questions. When you are on pilgrimage,
an 24-Hour Emergency Number is provided to you with your
Travel Documents.
WHAT IS A PILGRIMAGE?
The practice of “pilgrimage” will hold a special place in your
heart, as it represents the journey each of us makes in life.
While “Life” in itself is a pilgrimage, the Holy sites through-
out the world is the destination where you will want to go.
Through dedication and sacrifice, as a pilgrim, you will be
able to walk through the doors of famous Basilicas and
Churches, view the relics of Saints, pray in the Shrines, re-
ceive Plenary Indulgence, and embrace God’s Mercy. On a
pilgrimage, you wish to be the bearer of the world “hope”,
and you receive it in return.
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blesses my life and the lives of the pilgrims on
the trip. The hotels are excellent, the guides are
top notch and very knowledgable, and the staff
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Even my Mom goes on pilgrimage with no one
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My collaboration with 206 Tours is a great blessing,
and the travel experiences are greatly enhanced by
the tremendous spiritual and practical care their
staff always provides. After many pilgrimages with
206 Tours, I can say on behalf of my family and all
our fellow pilgrims that our journeys with 206 have
been grace filled and life changing!
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MASS DAILY MEALS
& SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR
There is no better way to immerse yourself into a country than
Private Mass is celebrated daily, throughout your entire with the local foods. All of our pilgrimages include breakfast
pilgrimage, and at the most Holy of sites. You are also and dinner daily, along with wine with dinners. All of the
accompanied by a Catholic Priest who not only celebrates meals are healthy and balanced. All reservations are made in
Mass, but leads in daily Rosary, and is available for Confession advance, allowing you to spend less time waiting on your food,
and Spiritual Direction. It is not a Pilgrimage without these and more time eating and sightseeing. Water is available for
two components. purchase on the bus, as well as the opportunity to purchase
snacks along the way.
AC C O M M O DAT I O N S
*Holy Land – due to the amount of sightseeing per day, lunches
There is no better way to reflect on the fruits of your days, are included throughout on this pilgrimage only.
than coming back to the comforts of home at your Four Star
Hotel Room. The hotels we use are personally inspected by Special Dietary Meals
206 Tours, and offer the finest comforts, service, and food. Should you have a Special Diet (Vegetarian, Low Salt, Gluten
The Hotels we use are readily listed on the website of the Free etc.), we will make Special Requests throughout your
pilgrimage you are interested in, under “Your Trip Includes” – trip, as well as during your flight.
along with a link for additional pictures.
SIGHTSEEING
What is a Four Star Hotel?
After a day of traveling you want to relax at a comfortable, All admission fees are taken care of in advance. Bask in the
clean, and attractive hotel. We select hotels with the best beauty of St. Peter’s Square, the quiet of the Candlelight
guestrooms and service for our pilgrims. In remote areas, Processions in Fatima and Lourdes, the turning of the pages
such as San Giovanni Rontodo (St. Padre Pio), there are no as you walk in the order of the Gospel in the Holy Land, the
Four Star Hotels. However, we book you in the best available taps from the shoes of those taking their final steps of their
accommodations in the area. El Camino as they arrive at Santiago de Compostela, and so
much more.
What is included in my Hotel?
Everything from premium bedding, Towels - Toiletries and Guides
Hair Dryers, to Free WiFi (Lobby and/or Room, depending on At the heart of every pilgrimage, you will find the friendly,
the Hotel) knowledgeable Escort/Guide who will meet you at the airport,
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206 Tours Vice President, Sandra & daughter in Rome umbrellas, bags etc. Our Licensed Drivers are the best
around, and you will come to befriend them as much as
celebrate Mass with you, may guide you around and your Escorts and Guides. They will be ready and waiting for
answer all questions you have. We are proud of our Tour you each day, and get you to your next destination swiftly,
Escorts and Local Guides, who become like “Family”. All of and safely.
our Escorts/Guides are multilingual, so they can navigate
throughout with ease - and give you the best experience PRIVATE TRIPS
possible.
If you want to travel with your friends or spouse, celebrate
Headsets a birthday, host a Family Reunion, Anniversary etc – we
We all want to make sure we hear everything the guide has would love to help. Simply let us know when you would like
to “say”, but we also want to take pictures of everything we to travel, how many people, the hotels you would like to be
“see” too! We are right there with you, and for that reason, accomodated in and the sites you want to see (Catholic,
headsets are provided throughout your pilgrimage. Art, Food & Wine etc) – and we will do all of the rest.
Private Transfers and Guided Tours can also be arranged.
The Right Balance
What is a trip to Rome to see St. Peter’s Basilica, without GROUPS
throwing a coin in the Trevi Fountain? A visit to the Church
of the Holy Sepulchre, without a float in the Dead Sea? If your Parish, Church, Diocese, or University would like
We stand behind the quote - “This is a Pilgrimage, not a to put together a pilgrimage, we will be happy to arrange
vacation!” We have built an itinerary to include all of the that for you. It is a great way to Fundraise, as well as build
major Holy sites, as well as incorporating the popular sites community. We will provide you with a Custom Website,
of the city you are visiting. Free time is minimal because Flyer for promotion, and an Account Manager to answer
you are too busy seeing the sites. However, there are any/all questions you may have. They will also handle
moments carved out to purchase souvenirs. Your guides all registrations, payments, and keep you informed. You
are readily available to suggest places to shop, and local will also benefit from incentives, such as: Free Trips and
items to buy. Commission on each fully paid passenger. Contact our
Groups Department now: [email protected]
T R A N S P O R TAT I O N
Our First-Class Motorcoaches are top of the line!
Comfortable seating, AC / Heat, and plenty of storage
above should you need a place to store your jackets,
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INDEPENDENT TOURS
TRAVEL WITH 206 TOURS Contact us via email or phone, with the following information:
• Full Name
Many people have a “Bucket List”, but as Catholics, we travel • Contact Information
to these Holy sites because of our “Faith”. Experiencing these (Mailing Address, Phone Number, and Email)
sites are only enhanced by those that you share them with. • Where and When you would like to go?
The friends you meet, the family you keep, the stories that you • Departure City?
share, and the Homilies spoken as you celebrate Mass daily. If • How many will be joining you?
you are interested in putting together your own itinerary, on
your own scheduled, we are happy to help!
CUSTOM GROUP TRAVEL:
If your Diocese, Church, Group, Family, or Friends would like to get together and arrange a pilgrimage, we would be happy to put
together a proposal for you. Along with a great price, you will also benefit from incentives, such as: Free Trips and/or Commission.
It is also a great way to fundraise for your community, and/or charities. You will travel together, celebrate Mass together, and grow
in Holiness together.
REGULARY SCHEDULED GROUP TRAVEL:
(Minimum 10 fully paid passengers)
If you have a group that would like to travel on one of our pilgrimages (Tours 1 – 226 – and dates) listed on our website, we would be
happy to arrange that for you. You would receive an incentive of “1 Free Trip in each 10 pilgrims” (meaning: the 11th person is Free).
INDEPENDENT TRAVEL
If you are looking to travel on your own, celebrating your Special Occasion (Family Reunion, Birthday, Anniversary, or Honeymoon),
or would like to visit family abroad, we would be happy to make those arrangements for you. We can include airfare, Hotel
accommodations, and transfers. If you wish to include sightseeing, or guided tours, we would be more than happy to arrange that
for you as well.
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TOUR 1 // MEDJUGORJE
INCLUSIONS • Meeting with visionaries (Pending availability)
• Free Wifi
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
- (Land Only Price: Book without air) • Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
• All airport taxes & fuel surcharges Optional:
• 7 nights in a modern Pansion/Hotel with private baths Travel Insurance: www.206tours.com/insurance
• Breakfast and Dinner daily Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
• Wine with dinners www.206tours.com/cancellationprotection
• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
• Transfers as per itinerary Not Included:
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver.
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities
(English at 10:00am & Croatian at 6:00pm)
• Visit to Community Cenacolo
SAMPLE ITINERARY visionaries allegedly first encountered Our Lady. Also, at the
base of this hill is a Blue Cross, where it is said Our Lady allegedly
Day 1 - Depart for Medjugorje appeared to the children while they hid from the communist
Make your way to your local airport where you will board your police in the early days of the alleged apparitions. When climbing,
overnight flight. Your meals are served on board. your group is invited to recite the Rosary, pausing five times for
each decade of the Rosary. At the top of the hill, you will witness
Day 2 - Arrive Medjugorje the exact location of the first alleged apparition of Our Lady to
Upon arrival in Europe, you will change gates and board your the visionaries, and enjoy private time in prayer.
short connection flight to either: Dubrovnik, Split, or Sarajevo.
After landing, you will collect your luggage in the baggage Climb Mt. Krizevac (Cross Mountain): In 1933, the villagers built a
claim area, and continue to the Arrival’s Hall where you will be 30’ high cross atop a mountain to commemorate Jesus’ passion
greeted by a tour guide and/or driver. You will be escorted to the and death on the cross. Your group will have the opportunity
vehicle which will take you on the 2 ½ hour drive to the village to climb this mountain, and venerate that very cross. When
of Medjugorje. Once in Medjugorje, you will meet your fellow climbing, your group is invited to pray the Stations of the Cross
pilgrims, and host family. Your group will enjoy a dinner together (to meditate on Jesus’ suffering the Road to Calvary), pausing
before retiring for the evening. fifteen times for each Station.
Days 3 to 8 – Experiencing Medjugorje Apparitions: Each evening at 5PM (or 6PM daylight savings
The most beautiful feature of Medjugorje is its simplicity, and time), your group will join the villagers and fellow pilgrims of
its peace. While in Medjugorje, you will have the opportunity Medjugorje in saying the Rosary, as all anxiously await the alleged
to experience your faith grow, and share in the faith journey of arrival of Our Lady to the visionaries. Following, at 6:40P.M (5:40
pilgrims from all over the world. Your local guide will accompany P.M. during Daylight Savings Time), feel free to stay at St. James
your group throughout your stay in the village. Church and attend the Croatian Mass. Following the Croatian
Some activities that will accompany you in your spiritual journey: Mass, there is a Blessing of the Sick.
Attend Daily Mass: Each morning, at 10:00 A.M, your group will Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Our Lady has always called
assemble at St. James Church for Mass (English-Speaking). At us to be close to her Son. For this, you will have the opportunity
the end of each Mass, regardless of language, there is a blessing to adore the Blessed Sacrament at the outside altar of St. James
of the religious articles that you have with you. Church. Adoration is held on Tuesdays and Saturdays; Veneration
of the Cross is held on Fridays inside the church. Additionally,
On Feast Days, and Sundays: English Mass is at Noon there is an Adoration Chapel on the grounds of St. James Church.
Adoration is held here in the afternoon hours.
Climb Apparition Hill: This mountainous hill is where the
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St. James Church, Medjugorje Cross Mountain, Medjugorje TOUR 1 // MEDJUGORJE // 9 DAYS
"The trip to Medjugorje with Father Murphy was
so spiritually enriching. It left a supernatural
imprint on the soul. It was a pleasure to be
with such wonderful people and to share the
faith journey with them. How fortunate we were
to experience the peace and reverence of the
people of Medjugorie." - Kathy
Meetings with the Visionaries: Pending their availability,
your guide will arrange meetings with the visionaries at
their homes.
Visit to the Community of Cenacolo: You will have the
opportunity to visit the Community of Cenacolo, founded
by the Sisters of Charity, for young men and women who
have taken a wrong path and are on the road to recovery.
You will be able to listen to their inspirational words about
their journey back to Jesus Christ.
Prayer at the Statue of the Risen Christ: Located on the
grounds of St. James Church, is the bronze statue of the
Risen Christ. Many pilgrims sit and pray on the benches
surrounding this peaceful statue. This statue miraculously
seeps droplets of water, at all times of the day, out of
Christ’s right knee.
Day 9 - Medjugorje - Home
After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, we
transfer to Dubrovnik (Split or Sarajevo) Airport for
return flights home.
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TOUR 2 // LOURDES
Lourdes (St. Bernadette)
160th Anniversary of Our Lady of Lourdes
INCLUSIONS
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport
- (Land Only Price: Book without air)
• All airport taxes & fuel surcharges
• Centrally located first class Hotels: (or similar)
- 6 nights: Hotel Moderne or Chapelle et Parc, Lourdes
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Breakfast and Dinner daily
• Wine with dinners
• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Catholic Priest joins you throughout, for Spiritual
Direction
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
Optional:
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Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
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Not Included:
- Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY Candlight Procession, Lourdes
Day 1 – Depart for Lourdes of Our Lady’s apparitions. Our Lady first appeared to Bernadette
Make your way to your local airport, where you will board in 1858, and announced herself as “The Immaculate Conception”,
your overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board. near the Grotto of Massabielle. At the first two apparitions, little
Bernadette prayed the Rosary with Our Lady and left without
Day 2 - Arrive Lourdes any exchange of words. During the following apparitions, Our
Upon arriving in the Pau, or Lourdes airport, you will make Lady emphasized God’s love for us, penance and the necessity
your way to the baggage claim area and collect your of performing acts of penance for sinners. Throughout your time
luggage. Then, you will proceed to the Arrival’s Hall where in Lourdes, you will have the opportunity to attend Mass at the
you will be greeted by your tour guide and/or driver and Grotto, where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette. Conclude each
embark on a scenic drive to Lourdes. Your group will check- day with dinner as a group.
in to your hotel and relax or explore before dinner. Following
dinner, you will have free time to relax before you retire for Day 3 & 4 - Lourdes (Spent as a Group, with Spiritual Director
the evening. and Guide)
During these days, you will tour all that Lourdes has to offer.
*Attend the Blessed Sacrament Procession (April-October From watching a video presentation that explains, in detail, the
only). These processions are lit by candlelight and guided story of Lourdes; drink water from the miraculous spring that
by the Most Holy Rosary. has healed many; and submerge yourself in the healing baths.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to experience Christ’s
Day 3 through 7 - Lourdes unconditional love as you meditate upon the “life size” Stations of
Over the next five days, you will wake up in a small town that the Cross that overlook the Grotto of Massabielle. Also, you will
is nestled within the Pyrenees Mountains. During your time
in Lourdes, you will pray and meditate in yet another site
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The Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Lourdes TOUR 2 // LOURDES - 160TH ANNIVERSARY // 8 DAYS
walk in and meditate upon the footsteps of St. Bernadette. Your 13
group will have the opportunity to see Boly Mill, the birthplace
of St. Bernadette; and the “Cachot,” an abandoned prison where
Bernadette’s impoverish family lived.
Day 5 - 7 - Lourdes
The following three days will be free for you to spend at your own
leisure, dedicated to private prayer and reflection. During the latter
part of your trip, you will have full discretion over how your time
is spent in order to have the fullest spiritual experience possible.
Feel free to return to the Healing Baths or shopping for friends and
family members.
*Note: There will not be a Spiritual Director with you for the last
three days. However, English Mass daily will still be offered at the
Basilica in Lourdes.
Day 8 – Return Flights Home
After and early breakfast, your group will leave by motor coach
and transfer to the Toulous, Pau or Lourdes airport for your return
flights home.
Grotto in Lourdes
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SHRINES OF FRANCE
Lourdes (St. Bernadette) - Toulouse - Rocamadour - Paray Le Monial - Nevers
SAMPLE ITINERARY INCLUSIONS
Day 1 - Depart For Lourdes • Round-trip airfare from your desired airport
Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your - (Land Only Price: Book without air)
overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board.
• All airport taxes & fuel surcharges
Day 2 - Arrive Lourdes • Centrally located first class Hotels: (or similar)
Upon arriving at into Pau or Toulouse airport, make your way to
the baggage claim area and collect your luggage. Proceed to - 3 nights: Hotel Moderne, Lourdes
the Arrival's Hall, where you will be greeted by your tour guide - 1 night: Hotel du Chateau, Rocamadour
and/or driver. Embark on scenic drive to Lourdes. Check-in - 1 night: Hostellerie des Trois Pigeons, Paray Le Monial
to your hotel and relax or explore before dinner. Following - 1 night: Hotel Mercure, Nevers
dinner, you can retire to your room for an overnight. - 2 nights: Grand Hotel de l'Esperance, Lisieux
*May – October: Candlelight Procession guided by the Holy - 2 nights: Marriot Paris River Gauche Hotel, Paris
Rosary and reciting the Rosary • Breakfast and Dinner daily
• Wine with dinners
Day 3 & 4 - Lourdes • Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
Over the next two days, you will wake up in a small town that • Transfers as per itinerary
is nestled within the Pyrenees Mountains. During your time in • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
Lourdes, you will pray and meditate in yet another site of Our • Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Direction
Lady's apparitions. Our Lady first appeared to Bernadette in • Mass daily & Spiritual activities
1858, and announced herself as "The Immaculate Conception", • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
near the Grotto of Massabielle. Throughout your time in • Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
Lourdes, you will attend Mass at the Grotto of where Our
Lady appeared to Bernadette; watch a video presentation Optional:
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the miraculous spring that has healed many; and submerge - Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
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unconditional love as you meditate upon the "life size" Stations
of the Cross. Also, while in Lourdes, you will walk in footsteps Not Included:
of St. Bernadette, to Boly Mill, the birthplace of St. Bernadette, - Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver.
and the "Cachot," an abandoned prison where Bernadette's
impoverish family lived. Each evening with end with dinner Zaccheus of Jericho. Zaccheus conversed with Jesus himself
and a restful overnight. and was the husband of St. Veronica, the woman who wiped
the face of Jesus as He climbed to Calvary. During your time at
Day 5 - Lourdes – Toulouse - Rocamadour this Sacred destination, you will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of
This morning, you will awaken feeling well-rested! Following Rocamadour, a place of miraculous conversion. It is comprised
breakfast, transfer to Toulouse, a southern French city that of numerous religious structures and chapels that are centered
was once a Roman colony and is home to numerous religious on a statue of the Virgin Mary and the tomb of Zaccheus. After
and historical treasures. You will have the opportunity to view your visit to this place of miraculous healing, your journey will
many of these rare artifacts, such as twenty historical pipe continue to Paray Le Monial. Dinner and overnight.
organs, and the burial place of St. Thomas Aquinas at the
St. Sernin Basilica - one of the finest Romanesque churches Day 7 – Paray Le Monial – Nevers
in France. Continue north to the town situated atop a rocky You will begin your day with breakfast. Celebrate Mass and
mountain, Rocamadour. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a delicious then visit the Chapel of the Visitation, of where Jesus exposed
meal and a restful overnight. His Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in the
seventeenth century. These apparitions allowed St. Margaret
Day 6 - Rocamadour – Paray Le Monial to rest herself upon Jesus’ Sacred Heart and to experience
This morning you will awaken in the town that overlooks the the unconditional love for humanity. During your visit, you
Alzou Valley and, was the home to early Christian hermit, will have the opportunity to view relics of the beloved Saint
that are located beneath a wax figure of her. Following free
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time for lunch, we will drive to Nevers, the site of where those who seek Eternal Life with God. Return to Lisieux for
St. Bernadette lived for twelve years as a member of the dinner and an overnight.
Congregation of the Sisters of Nevers. The Saint suffered
from a number of illnesses, which is the reason she received Day 10 – Lisieux – Paris
“The Last Sacraments” three times and eventually passed After breakfast you will explore the life of St. Therese.
away in 1879, at the age of thirty-five. Visit of the Convent of According to Pope Pius X, St. Therese of Lisieux was the
Saint Gildard, before enjoying a delicious meal and retiring “greatest saint of modern times.” Her extraordinary love for
for the evening in Nevers. God and service to humanity will come alive as you walk in
the Great Saint’s footsteps. View the beautiful Basilica of St.
Day 8 – Nevers – Chartres – Lisieux Therese, and the magnificent mosaics and stained glass that
Upon waking up in Nevers, enjoy breakfast, followed by are contained within. Visit her family home, Les Buissonets,
Mass, and then depart for Chartres. Upon arrival, you will and view the relics, clothing and personal objects. Tour
have free time for lunch in the quaint town followed by a the parish of St. Therese, the Cathedral of St. Peter; and
tour of Chartres, known for its massive Cathedral Notre the Carmelite Convent of where she entered in 1888, and
Dame. Worldwide for the incredible stained-glass windows is currently entombed in with her parents. Your tour of the
from the 12th and 13th century. A World Heritage site “Little Flower’s” life culminates in Paris. Upon arrival enjoy
by UNESCO, which calls the Cathedral "the high point of dinner and overnight.
French Gothic art" and a "masterpiece". After lunch, we will
continue to Lisieux for dinner and overnight. Day 11 – Paris
Today is a full sightseeing tour of Paris, starting with Mass
Day 9 – Lisieux - Normandy Beaches - Mont Saint Michel – at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, where
you will view the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Laboure.
Lisieux You will begin your sightseeing tour of Paris by walking to
This morning you will head west and take a day-trip to the Saint Vicent de Paul Church, and then visit the Notre Dame
site that marks the turning point of World War II, Normandy Cathedral. Our panoramic sightseeing tour via motor coach
Beach. While at Normandy, you will have the opportunity to continues on to the most recognizable symbol of the city
visit the American cemetery of Omaha Beach. Many of the of Paris, the Eiffel Tower. Pass by the L'Arch de Triomphe, a
brave American soldiers of World War II are buried here, monument that symbolizes gratitude for those who fought
and it is encouraged to say a prayer in thanksgiving for for France. This monument stands at the West end of the
their courage. Continue on to Mont St. Michel , where the Champ-Elysees, one of the world's most famous boulevards
Monastery of Le Mont St. Michele is located, also known as, and another one of our stops on the sightseeing tour. The
“The Wonder of the Western World”, as it is surrounded by tour ends outside the ever famous, Louvre Museum. Dinner
a magnificent bay that is one of the greatest tidal ranges and a relaxing overnight.
in Europe, resulting in a breathtaking view. In 709, this
Monastery was built and consecrated by Aubert, Bishop of Day 12 – Return Home
Avranches at the request of Michael the Archangel. Since After an early breakfast and wholehearted farewells, your
the ninth century, the Abbey has been home to a monastic group will leave by motor coach and transfer to the Paris
community in order to ensure the continuation of a spiritual
presence. For centuries it has been a place of pilgrimage for airport for return flight(s) home.
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& LISIEUX
Lourdes (St. Bernadette) - Paris - Lisieux (St. Therese the Little Flower)
INCLUSIONS • Mass daily & Spiritual activities
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport • Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
- (Land Only Price: Book without air)
Optional:
• Centrally located first class Hotels: (or similar) - Travel Insurance: www.206tours.com/insurance
- 3 nights: Moderne or Chapelle et Parc, Lourdes, France - Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
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- 2 nights: Pullman or M Gallery, Paris
Not Included:
• Breakfast and Dinner daily - Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver.
• Wine with dinners
• Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Direction
SAMPLE ITINERARY and submerge yourself in the healing baths. Additionally, you
will have the opportunity to experience Christ's unconditional
Day 1 - Depart for Lourdes love as you meditate upon the "life size" Stations of the
Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your Cross that overlook the Grotto of Massabielle. Also, while in
overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board. Lourdes, you will walk in and meditate upon the footsteps of
St. Bernadette. Your group will have the opportunity to see
Day 2 - Arrive Lourdes Boly Mill, the birthplace of St. Bernadette; and the "Cachot,"
Upon arriving at into Pau or Toulouse airport, make your way to an abandoned prison where Bernadette's impoverish family
the baggage claim area and collect your luggage. Proceed to lived. Each evening following dinner, you will have an
the arrival's hall, where you will be greeted by your tour guide opportunity to attend the candle light procession and the
and/or driver. Embark on scenic drive to Lourdes. Check-in to Rosary before a restful overnight.
your hotel and relax or explore before dinner. Following dinner,
you will have free time to pray the Rosary and to attend the Day 5 - Lourdes - Paris - Lisieux (St. Therese - the Little
candlelight procession. (April-October only). These processions
are lit by candlelight and guided by the Most Holy Rosary. Flower)
Following this prayerful experience, you will return to your hotel Today, you will enjoy breakfast before departing for Pau or
for an overnight. Lourdes airport for your short flight to Paris . Upon arrival in
Paris, visit and attend Mass at the magnificent, Sacre Coeur
Day 3 & 4 - Lourdes Basilica that stands atop Montmartre Hill. The Basilica that is
Over the next two days, you will wake up in a small town that dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus was originally built
is nestled within the Pyrenees Mountains. During your time in in 1914, as an act of penance for infidelity that France was
Lourdes, you will pray and meditate in yet another site of Our experiencing during that time. While on your visit, in addition
Lady's apparitions. Our Lady first appeared to Bernadette in to the extraordinary artwork and architecture that forms
1858, and announced herself as "The Immaculate Conception", the Basilica, you will see the beautiful mosaic of the Risen
near the Grotto of Massabielle. At the first two apparitions, little Christ, the remarkable Grand Organ, . Celebrate Mass at the
Bernadette prayed the Rosary with Our Lady and left without Crypt that contains the Tombs of many notable Cardinals.
any exchange of words. During the following apparitions, Our Time permitting you may have the opportunity during your
Lady emphasized God's love for us, penance and the necessity free time to ascend a staircase to the Dome where you will
of performing acts of penance for sinners. Throughout your take in a breathtaking panoramic view of the city of Paris.
time in Lourdes, you will have the opportunity to attend Mass at Following this visit, you will enjoy lunch on own and depart
the Grotto of where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette; watch a for Lisieux . According to Pope Pius X, St. Therese of Lisieux
video presentation that explains, in detail, the story of Lourdes; was the "greatest saint of modern times." Her extraordinary
drink water from the miraculous spring that has healed many; love for God and service to humanity will come alive as you
walk in the great Saint's footsteps. During your visit, you will
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mosaics and stained glass that are contained within. Diner
an overnight at your hotel in Lisieux. Eiffel Tower, Paris
Day 6 - Lisieux - Normandy Beaches & American Cemetery in meteorology, telegraphy of World War I, radio, and
Upon waking up in Lisieux and enjoying breakfast, you will television. Pass by the L'Arch de Triomphe, a monument
pray and reflect upon the life of the beloved Saint as well that symbolizes gratitude for those who fought for France.
as celebrate Mass. After Mass and following the visit to This monument stands at the West end of the Champ-
the Basilica, you will have the opportunity to view relics, Elysees, one of the world's most famous boulevards and
clothing and personal objects of St. Therese when you visit another one of our stops on the sightseeing tour. You will
her family home, Les Buissonets. Additionally, you will tour see the ever famous, Louvre Museum. This Museum is one
the Carmelite Convent of where she entered in 1888, and of the finest in the world and contains a number of pieces
is currently entombed in with her parent . This afternoon that truly emanate not only French art but also, European
transfer to Normandy Landing beaches. The Normandy culture. Your fun-filled, busy day ends with a lovely meal
landings were the landing operations on Tuesday, 6 June and a very comfortable overnight.
1944 (termed D-Day) of the Allied invasion of Normandy
during World War II. The largest seaborne invasion in history, Day 9 - Return Home
the operation began the liberation of German-occupied After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, your
northwestern Europe from Nazi control, and contributed to group will leave by motor coach and transfer to the Paris
the Allied victory on the Western Front. Continue to visit The airport for return flight(s) home.
Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is a World War
II cemetery and memorial in Colleville-sur-Mer, Normandy,
France, that honors American troops who died in Europe
during World War II. Many of the brave American soldiers
of World War II are buried here and, it is encouraged to say
a prayer in thanksgiving for their courage. Return to Lisieux
for dinner and overnight.
Day 7 - Lisieux - Chartres - Paris
This morning, your day begins with an early breakfast before
we depart for Chartres. Chartres, known for its massive
Cathedral Notre Dame. Worldwide known for the incredible
stained-glass windows from the 12th and 13th century. A
World Heritage site by UNESCO, which calls the Cathedral
"the high point of French Gothic art" and a "masterpiece".
Have some free time for lunch in the quaint town of Chartres.
After lunch we will continue to Paris . Check in hotel and free
time before a delicious dinner and overnight.
Day 8 - Paris
Today, you will enjoy a full sightseeing tour of Paris. After
breakfast, you will visit and celebrate Mass at the Shrine of
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, where you will view the
incorrupt body of St. Catherine Laboure. The Saint's guardian
angel led her to the chapel where the Blessed Virgin Mary
appeared to her. During apparitions, Our Lady repeatedly
instructed the making and purpose of the Miraculous
Medal as well as, the green scapular. According to the
Blessed Virgin Mary, those who wear the Miraculous Medal
and scapular will receive special protection and abundant
graces. Following your prayerful and reflective experience
at this elegant chapel, you will begin your sightseeing tour
of Paris. After Mass we will walk to Saint Vicent de Paul
Church. Continuing our day with a visit of the Notre Dame
Cathedral, a perfect example of Gothic art. Our panoramic
sightseeing tour via motor coach continues on to the most
recognizable symbol of the city of Paris, the Eiffel Tower.
Historically, the Tower's original intent was to commemorate
the centenary of the French Revolution but, later assisted
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TOUR 37 // FATIMA, SPAIN &
LOURDES
Lisbon (St. Anthony) - Santarem (Eucharistic Miracle) - Fatima - Salamanca - Alba de Tormes - Avila (St. Teresa) -
Burgos - Loyola (St. Ignatius) - Lourdes (St. Bernadette)
SAMPLE ITINERARY linked Europe and Asia. Continue to drive by the Belem Quarter
that contains the iconic entry way to the Lisbon harbor, the
Day 1 - Depart for Lisbon Belem Tower. This important structure of history has many
Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your beautiful sculptures, such as depictions of, St. Vincent and
overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board. Our Lady of Safe Homecoming. We will continue and " pass
-by" the "25th of April Bridge", inspired by the Golden Gate
Day 2 - Arrive Lisbon Bridge of San Francisco, California. The Ponte 25 de Abril
Upon landing at Lisbon Portela Airport, make your way to the is the oldest bridge that connects the Tagus river of Lisbon.
baggage claim area and collect your luggage. Proceed to the Following, we will drive by the Discoveries Monument. This
arrival's hall, where you will be greeted by your tour guide and/ memorial commemorates the Great Explorers who, as a result
or driver. You will be escorted to the bus and we will begin a of their explorations, brought Portugal to a standing of wealth
panoramic sightseeing tour of the coastal city of Lisbon. We and power during the Age of Discovery. This ship prow shaped
will stop at the St. Jerome's Monastery, built to give thanks to structure stands at the point where the Great Explorers began
the Virgin Mary for guiding Vasco da Gama on his voyage that their expeditions. Enjoy a view of the Basilica of the Star, the
INCLUSIONS
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport
- (Land Only Price: Book without air)
• All airport taxes & fuel surcharges
• Centrally located first class Hotels: (or similar)
- 1 night: Hotel Mundial, Lisbon
- 2 nights: Santa Maria Jardim, Fatima
- 1 night: Hotel Abba Fonseca, Salamanca
- 1 night: Hotel Abba, Burgos
- 3 nights: Hotel Moderne, Lourdes
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Breakfast and Dinner daily
• Wine with dinners
• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Catholic Priest joins you throughout, for Spiritual Direction
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
Optional:
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Not Included:
- Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver.
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Pombal Square. Our last stop will be St. Anthony's Church had done, and later that night there was a light emanating
to celebrate Mass. Although this patron Saint of lost things from the trunk. She and her husband began to kneel before
is known as St. Anthony of Padua (Italy), he was originally the trunk. The following morning, the husband and wife
born in Lisbon, Portugal. This Church is built upon the site brought the Host to the parish priest. It was then moved to
of St. Anthony's birth, and is also where St. John Paul II the Church of St. Stephen where another miracle occurred;
visited in 1982. The former Pope stopped at this Church, on the miraculous Host was originally put in a wax container,
his way to Fatima, to pray to Our Lady in thanksgiving. St. however, when a priest opened the tabernacle to view the
John Paul II recognizes Our Lady as saving him from being Host, the container was found broken, and the Host was
killed when he was shot one year prior, in 1981. After Mass found enclosed in a crystal pyx. Continue to Fatima with
we will check-in at the hotel and enjoy a welcoming dinner a visit to the Hamlet of Aljustrel, the home of the three
followed by a restful overnight. shepherd children;. visit of the Parish Church and Fatima
Parish Cemetery. Continue to hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 3 - Lisbon - Santarem - Fatima
Today, we will travel north to the old city of Santarem. Day 4 - Fatima
In Santarem visit and attend Mass at the Church of St. Today will surely be a memorable experience as you pray
Stephen, which holds the oldest (13th century) recorded and meditate upon one of Our Blessed Mother's apparition
Eucharistic Miracle: The Miracle occurred when a woman sites. Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children; Lucia
yearned to change the ways of her unfaithful husband and (age 10), Jacinta (age 7), and Francisco (age 9). These
consulted a sorceress. The sorceress agreed that she would apparitions occurred monthly from May until October of
cure the husband's infidelity in exchange for a consecrated 1917. Historically, as the entire world was in true turmoil,
Host. The woman committed the sacrilege, but when she Our Lady's most prominent message during this time was
exited the church, the Host began to bleed. It bled so much to pray for world peace. The destruction of the world at
that her fellow parishioners thought she had cut her hand. that point in history was also mentioned by Our Lady in her
The woman ran home and hid the bleeding Host in a trunk. messages of Fatima, and more specifically, in her second
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secret to the children. Our profoundly reflective day begins Lady's August 1917 apparition and the first and third apparition
with a visit of the Little Chapel of the Apparitions. This simple, of the Angel. Your night will conclude with private devotions,
yet modern, chapel is the site of where the Virgin Mary first and a candlelight procession, requested by Our Lady (1917).
appeared on May 13, 1917. Continue with a visit of the stunning Enjoy dinner and a comfortable night's rest in Fatima.
neoclassical church, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary.
This Sacred space contains the tombs of Blessed Francisco, Day 5 - Fatima - Salamanca
Blessed Jacinta and Sister Lucia. View the monument, that Depart Fatima and head to Salamanca, following a full breakfast
commemorates the Sacred Heart of Jesus , in the square. Due at the hotel. Salamanca is a city in the Castilla y Leon region,
to Our Lady's consistency in Her messages to pray the Rosary, and is known for its large University, the oldest in Spain that
this Basilica also features fifteen altars that are dedicated to is still active, and prominent culture. Our walking tour will
the fifteen mysteries of the Rosary. While in the Basilica, you bring us by the most noteworthy sites such as; the grand Plaza
will be able to feel, through the Love of Our Lord and Lady, the Mayor, an iconic square filled with food, shopping and city
many graces that were received here. Visit the Museum with events; La Clerecia, a church and college of the Jesuit Order
the exhibition: Fatima: Light and Peace. Continue with a visit that was constructed in the seventeenth century; La Casa de
of the Holy Trinity Basilica. After free time for lunch, we will las Conchas, currently a public library but also, a monument
experience Christ's unconditional love by participating in the noted and decorated by its shells, which symbolizes the ever-
Stations of the Cross along the Via Sacra. The "Sacred Way" famous pilgrimage to Santiago (El Camino); the University
marks the path taken by the shepherd children of Fatima to of Salamanca, the oldest University in Spain and the third
their first apparition with Our Lady. It is composed of fifteen oldest in Europe; the Roman Bridge, extends along the River
small chapels in commemoration of the Passion of Our Lord. Tormes, is a national monument and among one of Salamanca's
The fifteenth station, the Resurrection, can be found close sturdiest bridges; La Iglesia de San Marcos, constructed in the
to the Chapel of Calvary, dedicated to St. Stephen, King of Romanesque style and contains breathtaking paintings that
Hungary. Ending the day with visit of Valinhos, the site of Our portray many scenes of Our Lady's life; La Iglesia de San Martin,
a church devoted to St. Martin de Porres, who is the patron saint
of mixed-race people and all those seeking interracial harmony.
Visit inside the two joint Salamanca Cathedrals (old and new),
one of which is of a Romanesque style and the other is of a
Gothic style. Following this eventful day, you will return to your
hotel for a delicious meal with your group and an overnight at
your hotel in Salamanca.
Day 6 - Salamanca - Alba de Tormes - Avila - Burgos
This morning, after breakfast, you will board the bus and enjoy
a short transfer to the village of Alba de Tormes. This town is
home to the Carmelite Monastery that Saint Teresa founded in
1571. Upon arrival in Alba de Tormes, your group will celebrate
Mass at this Monastery where the saint died and was buried.
Following Mass, you will have the opportunity to visit the
museum dedicated to St. Teresa of Avila, which also holds her
incorrupt heart and left arm. Your group will enjoy free time
for lunch on your own, before continuing to the medieval city
of Avila. Upon arrival in Avila, you will immediately notice
the perfectly preserved eleventh-century walls that surround
the old town. The conservation of architecture in this city, to
which St. Teresa was born, deems its shrines, convents and
churches necessary to visit on any Catholic pilgrimage. Avila
with the Cathedral de Avila, whose artwork and architecture
encompasses the Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance styles;
La Basilica de San Vicente, of which stands on the site of the
martyrdom of St. Vincent. Visit of the Incarnation Convent,
where St. Teresa became a nu. Saint Therese convinced Saint
John of the Cross to reform the male Carmelite order. Saint
Therese had started the reform when she met Saint John in
Medina del Campo. Followed by El Convento de Santa Teresa,
built upon the home of St. Teresa and contains the relics of
hers and of St. John of the Cross. After walking in the footsteps
of St. Teresa, continue your journey to Burgos. Upon arrival
in the historic capital of Old Castile, enjoy dinner. Following
Cathedral of St. Mary of Burgos
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dinner, you will have the opportunity to explore the city of to Bernadette in 1858, and announced herself as "The
Burgos, and admire its magnificent limestone, gothic-style Immaculate Conception", near the Grotto of Massabielle.
Cathedral. Late this evening, you will return to your hotel At the first two apparitions, little Bernadette prayed the
for a restful overnight. Rosary with Our Lady and left without any exchange
of words. During the following apparitions, Our Lady
Day 7 - Burgos - Loyola - Lourdes emphasized God's love for us, penance and the necessity
Following breakfast, transfer from Burgos to Loyola to of performing acts of penance for sinners. Throughout
visit the birthplace of St. Ignatius, founder of the Jesuit your time in Lourdes, you will have the opportunity to
Order. St. Ignatius dedicated himself to becoming a soldier attend Mass at the Grotto of where Our Lady appeared to
of the Christian faith, and as a result of many tribulations, Bernadette; watch a video presentation that explains, in
he wrote the ever-famous Spiritual Exercises. In Loyola, detail, the story of Lourdes; drink water from the miraculous
you will see the 17th century Basilica that is dedicated to spring that has healed many; and submerge yourself in the
this remarkable Saint. The Basilica is part of a series of healing baths. Additionally, you will have the opportunity
buildings that surrounds the "Holy House," the birthplace to experience Christ's unconditional love as you meditate
of St. Ignatius. When you visit these Holy places, you will upon the "life size" Stations of the Cross that overlook the
also have the opportunity to pray at the most venerated Grotto of Massabielle. Also, while in Lourdes, you will walk
room, where St. Ignatius prayed and began his conversion. in and meditate upon the footsteps of St. Bernadette. You
After meditating on the life of this founder of the Jesuit will have the opportunity to see Boly Mill, the birthplace
Order, you will enjoy free time for lunch and board the of St. Bernadette; and the "Cachot," an abandoned prison
bus for the next destination. We will continue to Lourdes where Bernadette's impoverish family lived. In the evening,
with a spectacular view of the Pyrenees Mountains. Upon you will have free time to attend the Blessed Sacrament
arrival in Lourdes, you will check-in to your hotel and enjoy Procession before dinner. Following dinner participate in
a splendid dinner and peaceful overnight. the candle light procession and the Rosary.( April- October).
Return to hotel for a restful night of sleep.
Day 8 & 9 - Lourdes Day 10 - Return Flights Home
Over the next two days, you will wake up in a small town After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, your group
that is nestled within the Pyrenees Mountains. During your will leave by motor coach and transfer to the Toulouse, Pau
time in Lourdes, you will pray and meditate in yet another or Lourdes airport for return flights home.
site of Our Lady's apparitions. Our Lady first appeared
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TOUR 55 // MARIAN SHRINES
PORTUGAL, SPAIN & FRANCE
Lisbon (St. Anthony) - Santarem (Eucharistic Miracle) - Fatima - Salamanca - Alba de Tormes - Avila (St. Teresa) - Bur-
gos - Loyola (St. Ignatius) - Lourdes (St. Bernadette) - Toulouse - Rocamadour - Paray Le Monial - Nevers (St. Berna-
dette) - Chartres - Lisieux (St. Therese the Little Flower) - Normandy Beaches - Mont Saint Michel · Paris
INCLUSIONS Basilica of St. Sernin, Toulouse
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport or driver. You will be escorted to the bus and we will begin a
- (Land Only Price: Book without air) panoramic sightseeing tour of the coastal city of Lisbon. We
will stop at the St. Jerome's Monastery, built to give thanks
• One way flight from Lourdes to Rome to the Virgin Mary for guiding Vasco da Gama on his voyage
• ALL AIRPORT TAXES & FUEL SURCHARGES! that linked Europe and Asia. Continue to drive by the Belem
• Centrally located hotels: (or similar) Quarter that contains the iconic entry way to the Lisbon
harbor, the Belem Tower. This important structure of history
- 1 night: Marques de Pombal Lisbon, Portugal has many beautiful sculptures, such as depictions of, St.
- 2 nights: Santa Maria Jardim, Fatima, Portugal Vincent and Our Lady of Safe Homecoming. We will continue
- 1 night: Hotel Abba Fonseca, Salamanca, Spain and " pass -by" the "25th of April Bridge", inspired by the
- 1 night: Hotel Abba, Burgos, Spain Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco, California. The Ponte 25
- 3 nights: Hotel Moderne Lourdes, France de Abril is the oldest bridge that connects the Tagus river of
- 1 night: Rocamadour: Hotel du Chateau Lisbon. Following, we will drive by the Discoveries Monument.
- 1 night: Paray Le Monial: Hostellerie des Trois Pigeons This memorial commemorates the Great Explorers who, as a
- 1 night: Nevers, Hotel Mercure
- 2 nights: Grand Hotel de l'Esperance, Lisieux
- 2 nights: Paris, Pullman Hotel or M Gallery
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Breakfast and Dinner daily
• Wine with dinners
• Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Direction
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
• Optional:
- Travel Insurance: www.206tours.com/insurance
- Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
www.206tours.com/cancellationprotection
• Not Included:
- Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1 - Depart for Lisbon
Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your
overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board.
Day 2 - Arrive Lisbon
Upon landing at Lisbon Portela Airport, make your way to the
baggage claim area and collect your luggage. Proceed to the
arrival's hall, where you will be greeted by your tour guide and/
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result of their explorations, brought Portugal to a standing of contains the tombs of Blessed Francisco, Blessed Jacinta TOUR 55 // MARIAN SHRINES - PORTUGAL, SPAIN & FRANCE // 17 DAYS
wealth and power during the Age of Discovery. This ship prow and Sister Lucia. View the monument, that commemorates
shaped structure stands at the point where the Great Explorers the Sacred Heart of Jesus , in the square. Due to Our
began their expeditions. Enjoy a view of the Basilica of the Lady's consistency in Her messages to pray the Rosary, this
Star, the Rossio Square, Commerce Square, and the Marquee Basilica also features fifteen altars that are dedicated to
of Pombal Square. Our last stop will be St. Anthony's Church the fifteen mysteries of the Rosary. While in the Basilica,
to celebrate Mass. Although this patron Saint of lost things is you will be able to feel, through the Love of Our Lord
known as St. Anthony of Padua (Italy), he was originally born and Lady, the many graces that were received here. Visit
in Lisbon, Portugal. This Church is built upon the site of St. the Museum with the exhibition: Fatima: Light and Peace.
Anthony's birth, and is also where St. John Paul II visited in Continue with a visit of the Holy Trinity Basilica. After free
1982. The former Pope stopped at this Church, on his way to time for lunch, we will experience Christ's unconditional
Fatima, to pray to Our Lady in thanksgiving. St. John Paul II love by participating in the Stations of the Cross along
recognizes Our Lady as saving him from being killed when he the Via Sacra. The "Sacred Way" marks the path taken by
was shot one year prior, in 1981. After Mass we will check-in at the shepherd children of Fatima to their first apparition
the hotel and enjoy a welcoming dinner followed by a restful with Our Lady. It is composed of fifteen small chapels in
overnight. commemoration of the Passion of Our Lord. The fifteenth
station, the Resurrection, can be found close to the Chapel
Day 3 - Lisbon - Santarem – Fatima of Calvary, dedicated to St. Stephen, King of Hungary.
Today, we will travel north to the old city of Santarem. In Ending the day with visit of Valinhos, the site of Our Lady's
Santarem visit and attend Mass at the Church of St. Stephen, August 1917 apparition and the first and third apparition of
which holds (13th century) Eucharistic Miracle: The Miracle the Angel. Your night will conclude with private devotions,
occurred when a woman yearned to change the ways of her and a candlelight procession, requested by Our Lady (1917).
unfaithful husband and consulted a sorceress. The sorceress Enjoy dinner and a comfortable night's rest in Fatima.
agreed that she would cure the husband's infidelity in
exchange for a consecrated Host. The woman committed the Day 5 - Fatima – Salamanca
sacrilege, but when she exited the church, the Host began to Depart Fatima and head to Salamanca, following a full
bleed. It bled so much that her fellow parishioners thought breakfast at the hotel. Salamanca is a city in the Castilla
she had cut her hand. The woman ran home and hid the y Leon region, and is known for its large University, the
bleeding Host in a trunk. When her husband arrived home, the oldest in Spain that is still active, and prominent culture.
wife told him what she had done, and later that night there Our walking tour will bring us by the most noteworthy sites
was a light emanating from the trunk. She and her husband such as; the grand Plaza Mayor, an iconic square filled with
began to kneel before the trunk. The following morning, the food, shopping and city events; La Clerecia, a church and
husband and wife brought the Host to the parish priest. It college of the Jesuit Order that was constructed in the
was then moved to the Church of St. Stephen where another seventeenth century; La Casa de las Conchas, currently a
miracle occurred; the miraculous Host was originally put in a public library but also, a monument noted and decorated
wax container, however, when a priest opened the tabernacle by its shells, which symbolizes the ever-famous pilgrimage
to view the Host, the container was found broken, and the to Santiago (El Camino); the University of Salamanca, the
Host was found enclosed in a crystal pyx. Continue to Fatima oldest University in Spain and the third oldest in Europe;
with a visit to the Hamlet of Aljustrel, the home of the three the Roman Bridge, extends along the River Tormes, is
shepherd children. Visit of the Parish Church and Fatima a national monument and among one of Salamanca's
Parish Cemetery. Dinner and overnight. sturdiest bridges; La Iglesia de San Marcos, constructed in
the Romanesque style and contains breathtaking paintings
Day 4 - Fatima that portray many scenes of Our Lady's life; La Iglesia de
Today will surely be a memorable experience as you pray and San Martin, a church devoted to St. Martin de Porres, who is
meditate upon one of Our Blessed Mother's apparition sites. the patron saint of mixed-race people and all those seeking
Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children; Lucia (age interracial harmony. Visit inside the two joint Salamanca
10), Jacinta (age 7), and Francisco (age 9). These apparitions Cathedrals (old and new), one of which is of a Romanesque
occurred monthly from May until October of 1917. Historically, style and the other is of a Gothic style. Following this
as the entire world was in true turmoil, Our Lady's most eventful day, you will return to your hotel for a delicious
prominent message during this time was to pray for world meal with your group and an overnight at your hotel in
peace. The destruction of the world at that point in history Salamanca.
was also mentioned by Our Lady in her messages of Fatima,
and more specifically, in her second secret to the children. Day 6 - Salamanca - Alba de Tormes - Ávila – Burgos
Our profoundly reflective day begins with a visit of the Little This morning, after breakfast, you will board the bus and
Chapel of the Apparitions. This simple, yet modern, chapel is enjoy a short transfer to the village of Alba de Tormes. This
the site of where the Virgin Mary first appeared on May 13, town is home to the Carmelite Monastery that Saint Teresa
1917. Continue with a visit of the stunning neoclassical church, founded in 1571. Upon arrival in Alba de Tormes, your group
the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. This Sacred space will celebrate Mass at this Monastery where the saint died
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and was buried. Following Mass, you will have the opportunity footsteps of St. Bernadette. You will have the opportunity to
to visit the museum dedicated to St. Teresa of Avila, which also see Boly Mill, the birthplace of St. Bernadette; and the "Cachot,"
holds her incorrupt heart and left arm. Your group will enjoy free an abandoned prison where Bernadette's impoverish family
time for lunch on your own, before continuing to the medieval lived. In the evening, you will have free time to attend the
city of Avila. Upon arrival in Avila, you will immediately notice Blessed Sacrament Procession before dinner. Following dinner
the perfectly preserved eleventh-century walls that surround the participate in the candle light procession and the Rosary.( April-
old town. The conservation of architecture in this city, to which October). Return to hotel for a restful night of sleep.
St. Teresa was born, deems its shrines, convents and churches
necessary to visit on any Catholic pilgrimage. Avila with the Day 10 - Lourdes – Toulouse - Rocamadour
Cathedral de Avila, whose artwork and architecture encompasses This morning, you will awaken feeling well-rested! Following
the Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance styles; La Basilica de breakfast, your group will transfer to Toulouse. This southern
San Vicente, of which stands on the site of the martyrdom of French city was once a Roman colony and is home to
St. Vincent. Visit of the Incarnation Convent, where St. Teresa numerous religious and historical treasures. While here, you
became a nu. Saint Therese convinced Saint John of the Cross will have the opportunity to view many of these rare artifacts
to reform the male Carmelite order. Saint Therese had started such as twenty historical pipe organs, and the burial place
the reform when she met Saint John in Medina del Campo. of St. Thomas Aquinas at the St. Sernin Basilica. As one of
Followed by El Convento de Santa Teresa, built upon the home the finest Romanesque churches in France, its exterior is
of St. Teresa and contains the relics of hers and of St. John of constructed of red brick with decorative accents of white
the Cross. After walking in the footsteps of St. Teresa, continue stone. Following your visit to this magnificent church,
your journey to Burgos. Upon arrival in the historic capital of Old your group will continue north to the town situated atop a
Castile, enjoy dinner. Late this evening, you will return to your rocky mountain, Rocamadour. Upon arrival in Rocamadour,
hotel for a restful overnight. you will enjoy a delicious meal and a restful overnight.
Day 7 - Burgos - Loyola – Lourdes Day 11 - Rocamadour – Paray Le Monial
Following breakfast, transfer from Burgos to Loyola to visit the This morning you will awaken in the town that overlooks the
birthplace of St. Ignatius, founder of the Jesuit Order. St. Ignatius Alzou Valley and, was the home to early Christian hermit,
dedicated himself to becoming a soldier of the Christian faith, Zaccheus of Jericho. Zaccheus conversed with Jesus himself
and as a result of many tribulations, he wrote the ever-famous and was the husband of St. Veronica, the woman who wiped
Spiritual Exercises. In Loyola, you will see the 17th century the face of Jesus as He climbed to Calvary. During your time at
Basilica that is dedicated to this remarkable Saint. The Basilica this Sacred destination, you will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of
is part of a series of buildings that surrounds the "Holy House," Rocamadour, a place of miraculous conversion. It is comprised
the birthplace of St. Ignatius. When you visit these Holy places, of numerous religious structures and chapels that are centered
you will also have the opportunity to pray at the most venerated on a statue of the Virgin Mary and the tomb of Zaccheus. After
room, where St. Ignatius prayed and began his conversion. After your visit to this place of miraculous healing, your journey will
meditating on the life of this founder of the Jesuit Order, you continue to Paray Le Monial. Dinner and overnight.
will enjoy free time for lunch and board the bus for the next
destination. We will continue to Lourdes with a spectacular view Day 12 - Paray Le Monial – Nevers
of the Pyrenees Mountains. Upon arrival in Lourdes, you will You will begin your day with breakfast. Celebrate Mass with
check-in to your hotel and enjoy a splendid dinner and peaceful some free time for prayer and reflection. Following Mass visit
overnight. the Chapel of the Visitation, of where Jesus exposed His Sacred
Heart to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in the seventeenth century.
Days 8 and 9 - Lourdes These apparitions allowed St. Margaret to rest herself upon
Over the next two days, you will wake up in a small town that is Jesus’ Sacred Heart and to experience the unconditional love for
nestled within the Pyrenees Mountains. Our Lady first appeared humanity. During your visit to this Holy place, you will have the
to Bernadette in 1858, and announced herself as "The Immaculate opportunity to view relics of the beloved Saint that are located
Conception", near the Grotto of Massabielle. At the first two beneath a wax figure of her. Following free time for lunch in
apparitions, little Bernadette prayed the Rosary with Our Lady Paray Le Monial , we will drive to Nevers via the picturesque
and left without any exchange of words. During the following Loire Valle. Nevers is the site of where St. Bernadette lived for
apparitions, Our Lady emphasized God's love for us, penance twelve years as a member of the Congregation of the Sisters of
and the necessity of performing acts of penance for sinners. Nevers. Visit of the Convent of Saint Gildard, before enjoying a
Throughout your time in Lourdes, you will have the opportunity delicious meal and retiring for the evening in Nevers.
to attend Mass at the Grotto of where Our Lady appeared to
Bernadette; watch a video presentation that explains, in detail, Day 13 - Nevers – Chartres – Lisieux
the story of Lourdes; drink water from the miraculous spring Upon waking up in Nevers and enjoying breakfast. Mass.
that has healed many; and submerge yourself in the healing Following Mass depart for Chartres. Upon arrival, you will
baths. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to experience have free time for lunch in the quaint town followed by the
Christ's unconditional love as you meditate upon the "life size" visit of Chartres, known for its massive Cathedral Notre Dame.
Stations of the Cross that overlook the Grotto of Massabielle. Worldwide for the incredible stained-glass windows from the
Also, while in Lourdes, you will walk in and meditate upon the 12th and 13th century. A World Heritage site by UNESCO, which
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calls the Cathedral "the high point of French Gothic art" and Basilica, you will have the opportunity to view relics, clothing
a "masterpiece". After lunch we will continue will continue and personal objects of St. Therese when you visit her family
to Lisieux. Dinner and overnight in Lisieux. home, Les Buissonets. Additionally, you will tour the parish
of St. Therese, the Cathedral of St. Peter; and the Carmelite
Day 14 - Lisieux - Normandy Beaches - Mont Saint Michel - Convent of where she entered in 1888, and is currently
entombed in with her parents. Your tour of the “Little Flower’s”
Lisieux life culminates as you board bus to transfer to the “City of
This morning you will head west and take a day-trip to the Lights,” Paris. Upon arrival enjoy dinner and overnight.
site that marks the turning point of World War II, Normandy
Beach. This beach is known for the “D-Day landings” of Day 16 - Paris
where Allied troops, led by American General Dwight Today, you will enjoy a full sightseeing tour of Paris. After
Eisenhower, stormed and began to defeat the Nazi army. breakfast, you will visit and celebrate Mass at the Shrine of
While at Normandy, you will have the opportunity to visit Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, where you will view the
the American cemetery of Omaha Beach. Many of the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Laboure. According to the
brave American soldiers of World War II are buried here Blessed Virgin Mary, those who wear the Miraculous Medal and
and, it is encouraged to say a prayer in thanksgiving for scapular will receive special protection and abundant graces.
their courage. Continue on to Mont St. Michel , where the Following your prayerful and reflective experience at this
Monastery of Le Mont St. Michele is located, also known as, elegant chapel, you will begin your sightseeing tour of Paris.
“The Wonder of the Western World.” It is given this name Continuing our day with a visit of the Notre Dame Cathedral,
because the Monastery is surrounded by a magnificent bay a perfect example of Gothic art. Our panoramic sightseeing
that is one of the greatest tidal ranges in Europe, resulting tour via motor coach continues on to the most recognizable
in a breathtaking view. In 709, this Monastery was built and symbol of the city of Paris, the Eiffel Tower. Pass by the L'Arch
consecrated by Aubert, Bishop of Avranches at the request de Triomphe, a monument that symbolizes gratitude for those
of Michael the Archangel. Since the ninth century, the who fought for France. You will see the ever famous, Louvre
Abbey has been home to a monastic community in order to Museum. This Museum is one of the finest in the world and
ensure the continuation of a spiritual presence. Return to contains a number of pieces that truly emanate not only
Lisieux for dinner and an overnight. French art but also, European culture. Your fun-filled, busy day
ends with a lovely meal and a very comfortable overnight.
Day 15 - Lisieux – Paris
Today, after breakfast you will explore the life of St. Therese. Day 17 - Return Home
According to Pope Pius X, St. Therese of Lisieux was the After an early breakfast and wholehearted farewells, transfer
“greatest saint of modern times.” Her extraordinary love for to the Paris airport for return flight(s) home.
God and service to humanity will come alive as you walk
in the Great Saint’s footsteps. Following your visit to the
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TOUR 56 // SHRINES OF SPAIN
Barcelona - Montserrat - Manresa - Zaragoza - Toledo - Madrid - Santiago de Compostela
SAMPLE ITINERARY INCLUSIONS
Day 1 – Depart for Barcelona • Round-trip airfare from your desired airport
Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your - (Land Only Price: Book without air)
overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board.
• Centrally located first class Hotels: (or similar)
Day 2 – Arrive Barcelona - 1 night: Hotel Ayre Caspe, Barcelona
Upon arrival in Barcelona, you will collect your luggage in the - 2 nights: Hotel Abat, Montserrat
baggage claim area, and continue to the Arrival’s Hall where you - 2 nights: Hotel Catalonia Atocha, Madrid
will be greeted by your tour guide and/or driver where you will - 2 nights: Hotel Compostela, Santiago de Compostela• •
transfer to your hotel. This evening, you will enjoy a welcoming
dinner, followed by an overnight in Barcelona. • Transfers as per itinerary
• Breakfast and Dinner daily
Day 3 – Barcelona - Manresa - Montserrat • Wine with dinners
This morning, your day will begin with breakfast and a sightseeing • Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
tour of Barcelona! Enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the Port • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
of Barcelona, Montjuic, Plaza de España, and Plaza de Catalunya. • Catholic Priest joins you throughout, for Spiritual
The Port was created 2,000 years ago on the coastal area in order
to protect and provide access for ships and goods. Currently, it Direction
is home to numerous walking areas, businesses and, cultural and • Mass daily & Spiritual activities
sporting events. Plaza de España is directly out of the center of town • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
and, was formerly known for its old bull-fighting ring. Presently, • Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
the Plaza is renowned for containing the Museum of Catalan art,
situated on the side of Montjuic. Plaza de Catalunya is located in • Optional:
central Barcelona, and is known for its fountains and statues. Your - Travel Insurance: www.206tours.com/insurance
day of touring will continue with a guided walk through the Gothic - Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
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in the Gothic Quarter, you will have the opportunity to visit Antoni
Gaudi’s stunning, unfinished Roman Catholic Basilica, La Sagrada • Not Included:
Familia. In the afternoon, we will travel to Manresa with a visit to - Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver
the Sanctuary of Saint Ignatius of Loyola and the Holy Cave where
St. Ignatius lived. Continue to Montserrat, home to the miraculous Basilica del Pilar that was built upon the site of where
Black Madonna. Arrive in time for dinner and overnight. Our Lady appeared to St. James. In 44 A.D. St. James the
Greater was spreading the Gospel in Spain but, making
Day 4 - Monterserrat very little progress and questioning his mission. According
After breakfast, we visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Montserrat, to Catholic Tradition, the Virgin Mary, who was still living
located on a rugged mountainside. According to Catholic tradition, in Jerusalem, bi-located and appeared to St. James the
St. Luke carved the statue of the Black Madonna around 50 A.D. Greater to boost his morale. You will view the pillar that
and brought it to Spain. While in Spain, it was hidden from the was carried by angels and from atop Our Lady appeared.
Moors and then, was later rediscovered by shepherds. In 880 A.D., Following your visit to the Basilica del Pilar, you will visit
the shepherds and the Bishop of Manresa were drawn to a grotto by La Seo Cathedral (Cathedral of Zaragoza). Formally known
a bright light and heavenly music. Upon discovery of the statue of as the church of San Vicente during the Visigoth period,
the Black Madonna in the grotto, the Bishop of Manresa suggested it contains architectural elements of Gothic, Mudejar,
that it be moved to Manresa. However, the status was too heavy Renaissance and Baroque styles. In addition to the famous
that it could not be lifted. As a result, the Virgin remained in cathedral, Zaragoza is also known for its folklore and local
Montserrat and continued to be venerated there for centuries. As gastronomy, both of which will be explored on your walking
years progressed, a number of chapels were built upon the site tour of the city. This evening, continue on to Madrid where
and in the eleventh century, the abbot-bishop Oliba founded a you will eat your dinner and enjoy a restful overnight.
monastery on Montserrat next to one of these chapels. Dinner and
overnight. Day 6 - Madrid & Toledo
Following breakfast, you will enjoy a tour of Madrid that
Day 5 - Monterserrat - Zaragoza - Madrid includes the Prado Museum and the Plaza Mayor. The
This morning, following breakfast, your group will depart for Plaza Mayor is an iconic site as it is the geographic center
Zaragoza. You will have the opportunity to visit the magnificent of Madrid, as well as the social center. This afternoon,
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you will depart for Toledo. Toledo is a city set upon a rocky Eucharistic Miracle that occurred in the year 1300. In the
mound that is isolated on three sides by a looping gorge of the evening, you will proceed to Santiago de Compostela for
Rio Tajo. It is known as the City of Three Religions or Cultures your dinner and overnight.
because the Christians, Jews, and Moors have lived peacefully
in this city for centuries. Each inch of this outcrop has churches, Day 8 - Santiago de Compostela
synagogues, mosques and houses heaped upon one another in This morning, you will walk a few miles of El Camino, and
a haphazard spiral in which the cobbled lanes infiltrate with its immerse yourselves in the fragrant eucalyptus groves and
best efforts. You will view the some of the grandest treasures experience the breathtaking scenery. Later this morning
such as, the glorious Gothic Cathedral that was built upon the attend the International Pilgrim Mass at the Cathedral of
Great Mosque of Toledo. Also, you will visit la iglesia de Santo St. James. After Mass and there will be free time for lunch
Tomé, best known for housing El Greco’s most famous painting and visit the Cathedral of Santiago. Formed by Galician
and, the Sinagoga del Tránsito, known for its impeccable granite, this Cathedral is one of the finest architectural
stucco inscriptions. Your tour will continue as you visit the examples in Europe as it encompasses Romanesque,
Sinagoga de Santa Maria la Blanca that interestingly appears Gothic and Baroque styles. Additionally, the Cathedral
to be a mosque rather than a Catholic church and la Iglesia contains numerous and valuable pieces of art that truly
de San Juan de los Reyes. Additionally, you will visit a number captivate the eye. Upon entering the Cathedral, tradition
of monuments such as la Puerta de Bisagras, la Puerta del will lead, as you will hug the dazzling statue of St. James.
Cambrón, la Puerta del Sol and many others. Your will transfer Following this intimate embrace, you will descent into
to Madrid where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight. the crypt where the Patron Saint of Pilgrims’ relics are
kept. After that, you will enjoy a sightseeing tour of the
Day 7 - Madrid – Astorga – O’ Cebreiro - Santiago de city. Some stops on your tour include the Obradoiro
Square, Fonseca Palace, Gemirez Palace, Franco Street,
Compostela and much more. Your evening will be free to spend at
Today, you will depart Madrid and head towards the city of your leisure until a final dinner with your group. You will
Santiago de Compostela. While enroute, you will make a stop spend a final overnight in Santiago de Compostela.
in Astorga, with a visit to the Bishop’s Palace built by Antonio
Gaudi, which holds the Museum of El Camino. Later this Day 9 – Return Home
afternoon, you will enter Galicia, by way of the city, Lugo. Your Your last day in Spain will begin with breakfast at your
first stop will be to O Cebreiro, the first village in the region hotel, followed by a transfer to the Santiago Airport for
of Lugo and nestled in the mountains at an altitude of 1,300 your return flight(s) home. You will say "hasta luego"
meters. While in O Cebreiro, you will have the opportunity (see you later) to your new friends made on this journey.
to view the iconic palloza styles houses, and the site of a
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TOUR 70 // WALKING THE WAY
OF ST. JAMES, EL CAMINO
Madrid - Foncebadon - Iron Cross - O Cebreiro - Sarria - Sarria - Portomarin - Palas de Rei - Arzua - Arca de O Pino /
Rua - Monte do Gozo - Santiago - Santiago de Compostela
INCLUSIONS • Vehicle available to assist pilgrims who are unable to
complete any leg of the tour
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport
- (Land Only Price: Book without air) • Professional local Catholic Tour Escort
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Centrally located first class Hotels: (or similar) • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
- 1 night: Catalonia Atocha, Madrid • Catholic Priest & Mass daily
- 1 night: Alfonso IX, Sarria • Hotel taxes and service charges
- 1 night: Pousada de Portomarin, Portomarin • Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
- 1 night: Palas de Rei
- 2 nights: A Painza, Arzua • Optional:
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- 2 nights: Compostela, Santiago de Compostela - Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
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• Breakfast daily
• 6 Lunches (All Walking Days) • Not Included:
• Dinner Daily - Lunches on days 2, 3 & 10, tips to your guide & driver
• Wine with dinners
• Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
SAMPLE ITINERARY in Foncebadon, you will walk to view the "Iron Cross." This Cross is
a common pausing place for pilgrims as they leave a stone at the
Day 1 - Depart for Madrid foot of the cross to symbolize a sin or burden that they are leaving
Make your way to your local airport where you will board behind. Your tour continues as you leave your burdens behind
your overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board. and continue onward to the village nestled in the mountains, O
Cebreiro. Many pilgrims pause at this site due to the Eucharistic
Day 2 - Arrive Madrid Miracle that occurred in the year 1300. Additionally, be sure to
Upon arrival in Madrid, you will collect your luggage in the have your cameras ready as this village is suspended 1,300 meters
baggage claim area, and continue to the Arrival's Hall where in the air and provides a breathtaking panoramic view. Your first
you will be greeted by your tour guide and/or driver. Make walking day culminates with a delicious meal and an overnight in
your way to the bus where your group will transfer to your Sarria.
hotel. In the afternoon walk to the Cathedral of Almudena.
Following Mass, we visit the Cathedral. We will continue our Day 4 - Sarria - Portomarin
walking tour of Madrid to include the exterior of the Royal Today is the day that your walking pilgrimage (El Camino) to
Palace. Walk through the Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol Santiago de Compostela officially begins! Following breakfast,
and we make a stop at the Church of Saint James . Return your group will venture to the Pilgrim Office to receive your Pilgrim
to your hotel for dinner and a restful overnight in Madrid Passport! With the guidance of Our Lord, and through the spirit
before your walking tour begins! of St. James the apostle, you will become an authentic pilgrim by
journeying along the physical road, as well as, the spiritual one.
Day 3 - Madrid - Foncebadon - Iron Cross - O Cebreiro - Your first official day of walking will culminate in Portomarin. This
Sarria town dates back to the Roman Ages and was an important halt
This morning, you will enjoy breakfast and transfer to along the route in the Middle Ages. Due to the creation of a dam
Sarria. Sarria is located in the northwest of Spain and is in 1962, the Old Portomarin is currently underneath the Mino River.
noted for being the entry point to the oriental side of the As a result of the dam creation, many of the old buildings were
region, Galicia. Your transfer will end and you will begin on moved, brick by brick. Among these buildings is the Church of St.
foot from Foncebadon. In the eleventh century, this village John of Jerusalem. In Medieval Times, this church was strategically
was a common resting place for pilgrims on El Camino set along the route of El Camino in order to protect the tomb
due to its hospitals, hospice, and church. Currently, the of Santiago. At Portomarin, you will enjoy dinner followed by an
structures that have served so many are now in ruins. While overnight.
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"It's your road and yours alone. TOURT7O0UR//02TH/E/ WLOAYURODFESST.//JA#MdEaSy, sEl CAMINO // 11 DAYS
Others will walk it with you, but no one can walk it for you".
El Camino Trail
Day 5 - Portomarin - Palas de Rei old roads that date back to the fourteenth century, which
This morning, you will enjoy breakfast at your hotel and are some of the oldest in the region of Galicia. After
journey from Portomarin, through the woods to the Palas lunch, you will leave the Lugo province and enter into the
de Rei. This was a noteworthy town in the Middle Ages, as province of A Coruna. As your group continues to Arzua,
it contained a Royal Hospital and the church of St. Tirso. you will cross the beautiful, medieval bridge over the Iso
As the rugged walk continues, you will continue through River to Ribadiso. Following your visit to this Chapel, your
fields, forests, and granaries. Additionally, you will see day will culminate with arrival in Arzua, where you will
a prominent characteristic of Galician Landscape, los enjoy dinner and an overnight.
cruceiros. These wayside crosses depict Christ and the
Virgin Mary. Dinner and enjoy a restful overnight in Palas Day 7 - Arzua
de Rei. Today, you will take a break to rest your bodies and shake
off any fatigue. After Mass, there will be time to reflect
Day 6 - Palas de Rei - Arzua on the journey thus far, and to spend at your own leisure.
Breakfast will be served at your hotel. Your pilgrimage Dinner and overnight will be provided in Arzua.
continues as you will travel from Palas de Rei to the
bustling small town of Arzua. Before arriving in Arzua, Day 8 - Arzua - Arca de O Pino / Rua
your group will stop at Melide. This town is a crucial point Your journey is almost over as you will walk to the largest
of El Camino because it is where the French and Oviedo community before Santiago, Arca de O Pino! Upon walking
routes converge. Upon arrival in Melide, you will notice the this route, you will immerse yourselves in the fragrant
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El Camino Trail Stamps
eucalyptus groves and experience the breathtaking scenery. At it encompasses Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque styles.
a point throughout your walk, you will stop and enjoy a picnic Additionally, the Cathedral contains numerous and valuable
lunch. Following lunch, you will continue your journey and pieces of art that truly captivate the eye. Upon entering the
arrive in Arca de O Pino. As you explore this village, you will Cathedral, tradition will lead as you will hug the dazzling
notice joy etched in the faces of the pilgrims. Although they statue of St. James. Following this intimate embrace, you will
have traveled a long distance, they are not weary. With God descend into the crypt where the Patron Saint of Pilgrims'
and St. James guiding their paths, excitement and anticipation relics are kept. Following your visit, you will enjoy free time for
continues for their arrival in Santiago. lunch on own before your sightseeing tour of the city. Some
stops on your tour include the Obradoiro Square, Fonseca
Day 9 - Arca do Pino - Monte do Gozo - Santiago Palace, Gelmirez Palace, Franco Street, and much more. Your
Today, you will culminate the walking portion of your journey! evening will be free to spend at your leisure until a final dinner
Before arriving at your final destination, you will first stop for with your group. You will spend a final overnight in Santiago
Mass on Mount Joy (Monte del Gozo). You will know that you de Compostela.
are approaching Santiago because at this point, you will be
able to see the spires of the Cathedral. Following lunch, you Day 11 - Return Home
will complete your walking journey and arrive at the Cathedral Your last day in Spain will begin with breakfast at your hotel,
of Santiago de Compostela. Upon arrival, feel free to say a followed by a transfer to the Santiago Airport for your return
small prayer in thanksgiving to Our Lord for keeping you flight(s) home. You will say hasta luego (see you later) to your
safe throughout the walking pilgrimage. At this time, you will new friends made on this journey.
check-in to your hotel and enjoy free time to explore Galicia's
capital, Santiago. This evening you will enjoy a marvelous "I recently returned from the El Camino and it was
dinner, followed by a very restful overnight in Santiago de the best trip of my life. Our small group was truly
Compostela. diverse and we all came together to form a small
loving family. The Pilgrimage was so wonderful
Day 10 - Santiago de Compostela that I truly will say it was difficult to say Goodbye."
This morning you will awaken in the beautiful city of Santiago - Bill
de Compostela! Formed by Galician granite, this Cathedral
is one of the finest architectural examples in Europe as
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El Camino, the end of a journey Botafumeiro, Santiago de Compostela
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TOUR 225 // THE WAY OF ST. FRANCIS
(A WALKING PILGRIMAGE)
Rome (Pope Francis) - La Verna - Sansepolcro - Pieve Santo Stefano - Citerna - Citta di Castello - Pietralunga
Monteleto - Gubbio - Biscina - Valfabbrica - Assisi (St. Francis)
INCLUSIONS Day 3 - Rome – La Verna/Sansepolcro
This morning we will drive to La Verna/Sansepolcro.
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport Following check-in, your group will enjoy the convent of La
- (Land Only Price: Book without air) Verna. This is the place where St. Francis, over the years,
has been seven times and the last time in 1224 where he
• ALL AIRPORT TAXES & FUEL SURCHARGES! received the stigmata. Here you will be able to pray in the
• Accomodations at centrally located First Class 4-stars hotels Chapel of the Stigmata, the Basilica and the Chapel of
Saint Mary of the Angels. You will also be able to admire
(or similar) the beautiful artworks of Andrea della Robbia. Following
- 1 night: Eurostar International Palace, Rome this visit, you will enjoy dinner and a restful overnight in La
- 2 nights: La Verna Sanctuary, La Verna Verna convent before your walking tour begins!
- 3 nights: Hotel Tiferno or Hotel Park Ge. Al, Citta di Castello
- 3 night: Hotel Gattapone or Hotel Villa Montegranelli, Gubbio Day 4 - La Verna - Pieve Santo Stefano
- 2 night: Hotel Dal Moro or Hotel Dei Priori, Assisi Today is the day that your walking pilgrimage to Assisi
• Breakfast and Dinner daily officially begins! Following breakfast, your group will
• 8 picnic Lunches venture through the mountains of Tuscany. With the
• Wine with dinners guidance of Our Lord, and through the spirit of St. Francis,
• Assistance of a professional local guide throughout you will become an authentic pilgrim by journeying along
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary the physical road, as well as, the spiritual one. Your first
• Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Direction official day of walking will culminate in Pieve Santo Stefano.
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities In the parish church, dating back to 1200, you can admire
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person) a beautiful glazed terracotta altar frontal by Andrea della
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents Robbia. Dinner and overnight in La Verna or Sansepolcro
• Optional: Day 5 - Pieve Santo Stefano – Sansepolcro
- Travel Insurance www.206tours.com/insurance This morning, you will journey from Pieve Santo Stefano,
- Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299: alongside the river Tiber to Sansepolcro. Arcano and
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and bringing some precious relics with them, stopped a
• Not Included: locality in the Tiber Valley and spent the night near a spring
- Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver in the walnut-tree wood. On the site of the first chapel,
around the year 1000, a church was built and dedicated to
SAMPLE ITINERARY St. John the Apostle, but ever since it has been known by
all as Santo Sepolcro, the Holy Sepulcher. Conserved inside
Day 1 - Depart for Rome the cathedral of Sansepolcro, is a valuable representation
Board your overnight flight(s) to Rome. Your meals will be served of Christ on the Cross in priestly and royal attire. Dinner and
on board. overnight in Sansepolcro or Citta di Castello
Day 2 - Rome Day 6 - Sansepolcro – Citerna
Upon arrival in Rome, you will collect your luggage in the baggage Your pilgrimage continues winding through the lowland
claim area, and continue to the Arrival’s Hall where you will be crossing the Tiber Valley. Today we are entering Umbria!
greeted by your tour guide and/or driver. Make your way to the The walk will lead your group through the fields of the
bus where your group will transfer to your hotel in Rome for valley, up to the gates, and into Citerna. Citerna is a small
overnight and dinner.
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medieval town founded by the Etruscans. It conserves the populations. Numerous traces of villas and aqueducts remain
fortress and the medieval walls that completely surround it, from the Roman period. Pietralunga retains the appearance
with a covered communication trench that goes along for of a medieval town, encircled by walls and clustered around
almost their whole length. According to tradition, when St. the Lombard fortress from the 8th century, the mighty
Francis stayed here, he blessed the hill, calling it “the sacred remains of which can be admired in the piazza. Dinner and
mountain”. Dinner and overnight in Citta di Castello overnight in Gubbio.
Day 7 - Citerna – Citta di Castello Day 9 - Pietralunga – Monteleto
Today you will walk across the hills on the right hand side You are now well into the second half of your pilgrimage.
of the Tiber valley to reach Città di Castello. The town lays After leaving Pietralunga your group will reach the locality
on the left bank of the Tiber and was founded by the Umbri, of St. Benedict, where the abbey of St. Benedict is. Inside
then became a Roman municipium. Following your visit of the abbey, once populated by a community of Benedictine
the town, you will enjoy dinner and an overnight in Citta di monks, there is a memorial stone confirming the popular
Castello. belief that St. Francis stopped here on his way to La Verna.
The panorama you will enjoy is truly magnificent! Upon
Day 8 - Citta di Castello – Pietralunga arrival to Monteleto, your group will be transferred to the
Walking out of the town, you will be able to see one of the enchanted Gubbio. Gubbio is a town where early in the
most famous ex-tobacco curing plant of Italy. During the morning you still hear the bells ring and there are many, each
1950s this area became very important for Italian tobacco with its own voice. After a visit of the town, you will enjoy
production. Today you will be leaving the Tiber valley, the dinner and an overnight in Gubbio.
road climbs amid green, silent hills and winds along in a
succession of curves that offer ever new views. Here, Umbria Day 10 - Gubbio – Biscina
is at its best! At the end of this daily walk, your group will Your journey is almost over as you will follow the “Franciscan
reach the small town of Pietralunga, founded by local Umbri Path of Peace”, a praiseworthy initiative created for the
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2000 Jubilee that goes over Francis’ stages from Gubbio to which pilgrims going to Santiago of Compostela would walk).
Assisi. Your group will cross Gubbio valley, and after admiring a Descending along a narrow alley you will reach the square in
last postcard view of the beautiful Gubbio, will immerge in the front of the Upper Basilica of St. Francis. There, beneath the
Umbrian hills. At the summit of the last hill for the day, in the two great churches, in a shrine inside a pillar, lies St. Francis, the
proximity of the River Chiasco, is the Biscina Castle. Dinner and companion of our pilgrimage. Dinner and overnight in Assisi.
overnight in Gubbio.
Day 12 - Assisi
Day 11 - Valfabbrica – Assisi This morning, your group will enjoy breakfast followed by a full
Today, you culminate the walking portion of your journey! The day of touring the hometown of St. Francis. St. Francis is the
history of Valfabbrica is associated with that of the Benedictine “Patron Saint of Animals and the Environment.” Additionally,
monastery of Santa Maria In Vado Fabbricae. The ancient abbey, he is responsible for founding the Franciscan Order, and the
documented from the year 820, stands near the River Chiasco. inspiration for our Holy Father, Pope Francis. He chose his name
From Valfabbrica, climbing through a dense thicket you will in admiration of the Saint of Nature, and Servant to the Poor.
reach the crest of the hill. From here, for the first time, you Known for being a humble man himself, Pope Francis spent
can clearly see Mount Subasio above Assisi. As Assisi gets ever most of his life denying the luxuries of life. He preferred to
closer, to the right of Mount Subasio, you can make out the bell live in simplicity and humility, while giving up all other worldly
tower of the Upper Basilica. A last steep slope, and you finally possessions, just as St. Francis did. As your group visits the
enter Assisi through the St. James gate (this is the gate out of birthplace of St. Francis, you will become captivated as the
St. Francis of Assisi, Assisi
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atmosphere has not changed since St. Francis began his the Church that honors St. Clare, the foundress of the TOUR 225 // WALKING THE WAY OF ST. FRANCIS // 13 DAYS
ministry, in the early 13th-century. During the tour, your group Poor Clare Sisters. This Saint followed the teachings of
will have the opportunity to visit the tomb of St. Francis at St. Francis very closely by also living a life of poverty
his Basilica. Also, at the Basilica of St. Francis, you will have and humility. Lastly, your group will transfer back to the
the opportunity to view a series of frescoes depicting his hotel, where you will have some free time to walk, shop,
life, as well as, view a few of the saint’s possessions. As the or pray. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
tour continues, your group will visit St. Mary of the Angels
Basilica. This Basilica is where St. Francis spent most of life, Day 13 – Return Flights Home
and is made up of two structures; both of which you will visit. After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, your
The Porziuncola is where St. Francis founded his order of group will leave by motor coach and transfer to the
the Friar Minor (Franciscans), and the Capella del Transito, Rome Fiumicino airport for return flights home.
which is the place of St. Francis’ death. During this visit, your
group will have the opportunity to visit the beautiful Rose "We all came away with precious memories
Garden where St. Francis and other friars lived, as well as and a more meaningful understanding of our
the cave where the Saint retired to pray. After visiting this faith. Our group was completely taken by the
beautiful Basilica, your group will enjoy some free time on treasured but peaceful majesty of Assisi and
your own. Feel free to take this time for additional prayer, or the courage and marked faith of St. Francis".
shop in the Gift Shop. The last stop on your tour will be to - Anne
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ST. PADRE PIO
50TH ANNIVERSARY
PILGRIMAGE
SEPT. 17 -27, 2018
Rome (Pope Francis) - Monte Cassino - San Giovanni Rotondo (Padre Pio) - Monte Sant'Angelo (St. Michael) - Lanciano
(Eucharistic Miracle) - Loreto (Holy House) - Assisi (St. Francis) - Siena
HIGHLIGHT OF ITINERARY
Step foot into the four Major Basilicas, view the Square from the steps of St. Peter's Basilica, and having the opportunity to attend
the Papal Audience with his successor, Pope Francis. Walk in the life of St. Padre Pio, famous for saying "Prayer is the oxygen of the
soul." Closing out your pilgrimage, triumphant, lost in prayer, and surrounded by God's love in the hometown of St. Francis of Assisi.
St. Padre Pio Celebrating Mass, San Giovanni Rotondo
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• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport
- (Land Only Price: Book without air)
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Accommodations (or similar):
- 3 nights - Sep 18 - 21: Le Meridien Visconti, Rome
- 3 nights - Sep 21 - 24: Centro di Spiritualita Padre Pio,
San Giovanni Rotondo
- 3 nights - Sep 24 - 27: Giotto, Assisi
Optional Post Tour to Florence, Padua & Venice
- 2 nights: Sep 27 - 29: Mediterraneo, Florence
- 2 nights: Sep 29 - Oct 1: NH Padova, Padua
• Breakfast and Dinner daily
• Wine with dinners
• Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s)
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Direction
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
• Optional:
- Travel Insurance: www.206tours.com/insurance
- Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
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• Not Included:
- Lunches, Beverages, Tips to your guide driver.
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TOUR 96 // SHRINES OF ITALY
Rome (Pope Francis) - Monte Cassino - San Giovanni Rotondo (Padre Pio) - Monte Sant'Angel (St. Michael) - Lanciano
(Eucharistic Miracle) - Loreto (Holy House) - Assisi (St. Francis) - Cascia
INCLUSIONS • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
• Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Direction
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport • Mass daily & Spiritual activities
- (Land Only Price: Book without air) • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
• ALL AIRPORT TAXES & FUEL SURCHARGES!
• 8 nights at centrally located first class hotels: (or similar) • Optional:
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- 3 nights: Giotto, Assisi
• Transfers as per itinerary • Not Included:
• Breakfast and Dinner daily - Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver
• Wine with dinners
• Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
• Assistance of a professional local guide throughout
SAMPLE ITINERARY Rome by St. Helen in the 4th century. If time permits, you may
climb the steps on your knees, in memory of Christ's agonizing
Day 1 - Depart for Rome Passion. To conclude your day, we will proceed to the Basilica
Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your of St. Mary Major. This Basilica contains a relic from the Manger
overnight flight(s). Your meals will be served on board. of the Infant Jesus. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 2 - Arrive in Rome Day 4 - Rome: Vatican Museum - Trevi Fountain - Appian Way
Welcome to Rome, also known as, "The Eternal City." Upon arrival
at Rome airport, collect your luggage in the baggage claim area, - Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls - Catacombs
and continue to the arrival's hall, where you will be greeted by a This morning you will enjoy an early breakfast before making
tour escort and/or driver. You will make your way to the bus and your way to the largest Christendom Church, St. Peter's
transfer to your hotel. Following check-in, you will have free time Basilica. This Basilica was built on the site where St. Peter, the
to unpack and relax, or explore Rome on your own. Your tour escort first Pope and Bishop of Rome, was martyred. Also, it was Our
may suggest places to visit. Later in the afternoon, your group will Holy Father, Pope Francis who was the first Pontiff to visit the
meet in the hotel lobby for a "Meet and Greet" with your fellow necropolis since extensive archaeological excavations were
pilgrims and depart for Mass. Following Mass, you will attend a conducted at the ancient site decades ago. It is here that you
welcome dinner. After dinner, you will have the opportunity to will view Michelangelo's Pieta. This stunning marble sculpture
walk to St. Peter's Square as a group, for the Rosary (optional). depicts the Virgin Mary holding Christ after His crucifixion,
death, and removal off the cross before being placed in the
Day 3 - Rome: Papal Audience - Basilica of St. John the Lateran - tomb. Continue to proceed to the Vatican Museums. At the
world-renowned museum, you will see the most impressive of
Holy Steps - Basilica of St. Mary Major edifices, galleries, and awe-inspiring relics. Additionally, you will
After a nice breakfast at your hotel, your first sightseeing day observe the Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms, Sistine Chapel,
in Rome starts! The tour begins with the Papal Audience in St. and Michelangelo's Masterpiece, the restored mural of the Last
Peter's Square! The Audience is celebrated each Wednesday by Judgment. The final stop on your Vatican tour is at the tomb
His Holiness, Pope Francis (pending the papal schedule). Following of St. John Paul II. Afterward, you will be transferred to the
the Audience, there will be free time for lunch, or shop, or mail a Fontana di Trevi (Trevi Fountain), where you may enjoy some
postcard from the Vatican Post Office. This afternoon you will visit free time on your own for lunch. Continue on your short journey
the oldest of the four major basilicas in Rome, and the home to the down the Appian Way, the earliest road of Ancient Rome. This
relics of Peter and Paul, the Basilica of St. John the Lateran. This road leads to the Domino Quo Vadis Chapel, the Baths of
Basilica is where Pope Francis was installed as Bishop of Rome, Caracalla, the Arch of Drusus, the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, and
and where he officiates as the Bishop of Rome. Next, we will cross the catacombs of St. Callixtus. The day concludes with a visit
the street to visit the Holy Staircase. Tradition states that this to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Originally founded
staircase is from Pontius Pilate's palace of Jerusalem during the by Emperor Constantine in the 4th Century, this Basilica is the
time of Jesus. It is also said that this Staircase was brought to burial places of Saint Paul the Apostle. We will make our way
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hotel for overnight.
Day 5 - Rome - Monte Cassino - San Giovanni Rotondo
Following breakfast, you will board your bus to enjoy the
scenic route to Montecassino. Passing through the Roman
countryside that is known for its villas and vineyards.
During the bus ride, your tour escort will share interesting
information regarding the spiritual, historical, and cultural
aspects of Italy. Montecassino, the principle monastery of the
Benedictine Order, was founded by Saint Benedict around
530 A.D. Following the tour, there will be an opportunity
to visit the gift shop, before we board the bus to continue
toward San Giovanni Rotondo, the hometown of Saint Padre
Pio. Upon arrival in San Giovanni Rotondo, you will check-in,
enjoy dinner in the restaurant, and overnight.
Day 6 - San Giovanni Rotondo (View Incorrupt Body of St.
Padre Pio) - Monte Sant' Angel
This morning, after breakfast we will visit the Old Church.
After Mass we will tour the sanctuary, it is here you will view
the crucifix, in front of which St. Pio received the stigmata.
Visit the confessional from where St. Pio spent an innumerable
amount of hours listening to confessions. Next, we will board
the bus and travel along the beautiful Gargano Peninsula to
the Grotto of St. Michael the Archangel, a shrine consecrated
by St. Michael. At this grotto, St. Michael appeared to a Bishop
to assure him that his diocese would not be annihilated as he
feared. Following the visit to the grotto, enjoy free time. On
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Eucharistic Miracle of Lanciano
the way back to San Giovanni Rotondo view breathtaking views prayed the Magnificat, in which Jesus grew to manhood, and in
of the ocean and surrounding countryside. Upon arrival you will which the Holy Family lived. Continue on to Assisi, the hometown
have time for devotion and reflection. Dinner and overnight. of St. Francis. Upon arrival in Assisi, you will enjoy dinner, before
retiring to your room for a restful night's sleep.
*Candlelight Procession - Between May and October attend the
weekly Candlelight Procession at the Sanctuary of St. Pio after Day 8 - Assisi (The Life of a Saint, that inspired a Holy Father)
dinner, at 9:00 PM. These processions are lit by candlelight, and Enjoy an early breakfast, followed by a full day of touring the
are guided by the Most Holy Rosary. Following this prayerful hometown of St. Francis. St. Francis is the "Patron Saint of
experience, you will return to your hotel for a restful overnight. Animals and the Environment." Additionally, he is responsible for
founding the Franciscan Order, and the inspiration for our Holy
Day 7 - San Giovanni Rotondo - Lanciano - Loreto - Assisi Father, Pope Francis. He chose his name in admiration of the Saint
After breakfast, we will head to Lanciano. Upon arrival in of Nature, and Servant to the Poor. Known for being a humble man
Lanciano, we will celebrate Mass at the Church of St. Longinus. himself, Pope Francis spent most of his life denying the luxuries
This Church is the site of the Eucharistic Miracle that occurred in of life. He preferred to live in simplicity and humility, while giving
the eighth century. At the time of the Miracle, there was a Basilian up all other worldly possessions, just as St. Francis did. As we visit
monk who struggled with the belief in the real presence of The the birthplace of St. Francis, you will become captivated as the
Lord Jesus in the Eucharist. During the time of Mass, the monk, atmosphere has not changed since St. Francis began his ministry,
with doubt in his voice, said the "Words of Consecration" and the in the early 13th-century. We will start our tour at the St. Francis
bread turned into living flesh, and the wine transformed into live Basilica, visit his tomb of St. Francis, and have the opportunity
blood. There will be some free time to explore Lanciano, before to view a series of frescoes depicting his life, along with a few of
continue toward the Adriatic coast to the great Marian shrine the saint's possessions. From there, we will continue on a walking
of Loreto to visit the Holy House of Nazareth, and the beautiful tour through this picturesque town, including the birthplace of
Madonna of Loreto. More than 50 Pope's have made a pilgrimage St. Francis, and ending with a tour of the Church that honors St.
to the house transported by angles to this hill in central Italy, in Clare, the foundress of the Poor Clare Sisters. This Saint followed
1294. Tradition has it that this is the house in which Mary first the teachings of St. Francis very closely by also living a life of
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St. Francis Basilica, Assisi
poverty and humility. Enjoy some free time on your own head of St. Catherine. After, we will visit the Shrine of St.
- you may take this time for additional prayer, shop in the Catherine, which occupies the site of her family home.
many gift shops or enjoy a nice lunch. After lunch, we will Enjoy our walking tour through the Siena including a visit
board the bus, which will take us outside of the walls of to its Cathedral (Duomo di Siena). We will conclude at one
Assisi, to the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels. This is of Italy's finest squares, the Piazza Del Campo, where you
where St. Francis spent most of life. This Basilica is made will be given free time to spend at your own leisure. There
up of two structures, both of which you will visit. The first are a number of restaurants surrounding the square to have
structure, is the "Porziuncola", which is where St. Francis lunch, as well as shops for gifts and souvenirs. Return to
founded his order of the Friar Minor (Franciscans). The Assisi for your final dinner and overnight.
second, is the "Capella del Transito", which is the place
of St. Francis' death. During your time here, you will have Day 10 - Return Home
the opportunity to visit the beautiful Rose Garden where After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, we will
St. Francis and other friars lived, as well as the cave leave by motor coach and transfer to the Rome Fiumicino
where the Saint retired to pray. Return to the hotel for airport for return flights home
dinner and overnight.
Day 9 - Assisi - Cascia - Assisi "This tour exceeded all our expectations, it was
On our last day we will begin with breakfast, followed really hard to come home. We grew in our faith
by a scenic drive to the Tuscan city of Siena. This throughout the pilgrimage and were so blessed
medieval city is the birthplace of St. Catherine “Doctor with our priests and tour guides. Father James was
of the Church”, and the Apostle of Italy, St. Bernardine. great, and it was hard not having him at Mass with
We will celebrate Mass at the Basilica of St. Catherine us back home. So many outstanding examples of
(which is also known as the Basilica of St. Domenico). St. Saints who demonstrated what can be accomplished
Catherine passed a large part of her life inside the walls through faith and humility." - John
of this Basilica. It is here you will also view the incorrupt
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TOUR 188 // LEGENDARY
DANUBE RIVER CRUISE
Prague - Salzburg - Nuremberg - Regensburg - Linz - Passau - Austria - Melk - Vienna - Budapest
INCLUSIONS • River Cruise Category E
• Complimentary WIFI on cruise / Entertainment On-Demand &
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport
- (Land Only Price: Book without air) English TV
• Excursions per itinerary with headsets
• Centrally located First Class Hotels: (or similar) • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
- 2 nights: Barcelo V, NH and Andels, Prague • Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Direction
- 1 night: Wyndham Grand, Salzburg • Mass daily & Spiritual activities
- 7 nights: River Cruise, AMA Waterways • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
• Transfers as per itinerary
• Breakfast and Dinner daily with wine (Prague & Salzburg) • Optional:
• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner while on Cruise (multiple dining - Travel Insurance: www.206tours.com/insurance
- Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299:
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• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala
• Not Included:
dinner on cruise - Tips to your guide & driver
• Unlimited wines from Europe’s wine regions, beer and
soft drinks on cruise
Legendary Danube River Cruise
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SAMPLE ITINERARY the hour strikes and the twelve disciples appear to bless the TOUR 188 // EUROPEAN CRUISES // 12 DAYS
crowd.) Visit the Church of Our Lady before visiting Tyn to
Day 1 - Depart for Prague see the statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague. Return to your
Depart for your overnight flight(s) to Czech Republic. Your hotel for dinner and overnight.
meals will be served on board.
Day 4 - Prague - Salzburg
Day 2 - Arrive Prague Depart Prague for Salzburg. Enroute, we will visit Cesky
Welcome to Prague! Upon arrival, you will collect your Krulov. Crowned by a spectacular castle, we will see baroque
luggage in the baggage claim area, and continue to the buildings, the Vltava River and its lovely café’s and bars. You
Arrival’s Hall where you will be greeted by a tour guide and/ will have the opportunity to have lunch here on your own.
or driver. Make your way to the Bus where your group will Later we will continue down the river to Prahatlice where
transfer to your hotel. Enjoy your first dinner and overnight we see the birth place of St John Neopomuk, and celebrate
in Prague. Mass at the local church there. Continuing on to Salzburg,
we will enjoy the ride until we reach our hotel for dinner and
Day 3 - Prague overnight.
Today will be spent getting acquainted with the magnificent
city of Prague. Visit Prague’s castle district, Hradcany, Day 5 - Salzburg - Nuremberg
where we start with visit to Loreto Shrine followed by a visit This morning you will elebrate Mass at the Mariaplain Shrine.
the Royal castle area – the former residence of the Czech We’ll enjoy a short guided tour of Salzburg’s sights along
kings and the seat of Czechoslovakia' presidents since 1918. Getreidegasse, the city’s pedestrian street, lined with
Continue on to the Old Royal Palace, St Vitus Cathedral, authentic 17th and 18th century buildings including the house
St George Basilica, and the Golden Lane. We continue where Mozart was born. Built into the side of Monchsberg is
on to Mala Strana where we visit the Church of Our Lady the Salzburg Festspielhaus, home of the famous Salzburg
Victorious, famous for the statue of Infant Jesus of Prague. Festival Operas. See Residenzplatz, the center square
Celebrate Mass at the Shrine. Lunch on your own. Afterward, of Salzburg, dominated by the dynamic sculpture of the
we’ll cross the Charles Bridge to visit the Old Town, which Residenzbrunnen, the largest Baroque fountain north of the
is considered to be one of the best historical city centers in Alps. Visit St. Peter’s Abbey, next to the cemetery portrayed
Europe. Visit the Old Town Square, see the Town Hall with in the film "The Sound of Music" and where most of Mozart’s
its famous Astronomical Clock (which comes alive when
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religious works are premiered. The group will depart for Day 7 - Regensburg
Nuremberg, where you will board your river cruise ship for the This morning’s scenic cruising brings you into the final stretch
next seven days! This evening, meet your fellow passengers at of the Main-Danube Canal enroute to Regensburg, one of
the Welcome Dinner. Your cruise ship will moor overnight in Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. A guided walking
Nuremberg. tour will show you the city’s architectural highlights, including
the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, gates to an ancient
IDNayC6 L- NUurSemIbOerNg S Roman fort built in 179 A.D.
You have two excursion options today. Take a tour of the city’s Day 8 - Passau – Linz
medieval highlights, including Nuremberg Castle, the 900-year- Arrive in picturesque Passau, where the Inn and Ilz rivers flow
old ramparts surrounding the city, Town Hall, Notre Dame and into the Danube. You will have a choice of a walking tour of
the house of artist Albrecht Dürer - or - join a WWII tour and Passau’s Old Town, past the old city fortifications, Rathaus,
see the Coliseum, Nazi Parade Ground, and Justice Palace. Domplatz and Residenzplatz squares, as well as St. Stephen’s
Later, the ship cruises the Main-Danube Canal to Regensburg. Cathedral - or – for the more active guests, a guided bike tour
along the Danube from Passau to Erlau or a guided hike up to
the Veste Oberhaus fortress overlooking Passau. Return to the
ship this afternoon for a scenic cruise to Linz, Austria’s third
largest city and a major river port.
Day 9 - Melk – Vienna
Early this morning, we cruise to Melk. You have a choice
between a guided tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine
Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s
largest and most revered monasteries - or - a guided bike tour
along the Danube. Return to the ship for lunch before cruising
on through the scenic Wachau Valley. Arrive in Vienna after
dinner and explore the magnificent Austrian capital on your
own.
Day 10 - Vienna
This morning, you will have a chance to savor the Baroque
elegance of romantic Vienna through your choice of one
of three different excursions. Option 1: a panoramic tour of
Vienna that guides you past the majestic Opera House, the
former Imperial Palace of the Habsburg Emperors, Parliament,
Town Hall and Vienna University. Afterwards, you will visit
Vienna’s historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
and see St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Graben and the world famous
Spanish Riding School. Option 2: a walking tour of Vienna’s
hidden treasures that takes you to secret places and sights like
Ankeruhr, a whimsical Art Nouveau clock. Option 3: a guided
bike tour along the Danube and through the Donaupark. This
afternoon, you can join a guided bike ride to Klosterneuburg
Monastery - or - explore at your leisure. Be sure to sample
some Viennese coffee and pastries.
Day 11 - Budapest
Your morning excursion includes sightseeing in the cities of
Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the river. You will
see famed Heroes’ Square and Castle Hill, home to Fisherman’s
Bastion, Matthias Church and spectacular views of the Danube.
After dinner, the ship will sail a special Illuminations Cruise
past the city’s glittering riverfront.
Day 12 - Budapest – End of Cruise and Disembarkation –
Return Home
Bid farewell to Budapest as you prepare for your homeward
flight.
Church of St. Stephen, Budapest
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TOUR 208 // ARGENTINA
Buenos Aires - Flores - Santa Susana (or Rosario) - Tigre - Colonia (Uruguay) - Lujan
II NN CC LL UU SS II OO NN SS Day 3 - Buenos Aires - Flores
Theme: The Early Life of Pope Francis
• Round-trip airfare from your desired airport After breakfast, we will begin our Pilgrimage by following the
- (Land Only Price: Book without air) life of Pope Francis, starting with the early years when he was
known as Jorge Mario Bergoglio. Our first stop is Flores, a
• ALL AIRPORT TAXES & FUEL SURCHARGES! working class town located in the center of Buenos Aires, and
• Accomodations at centrally located first class hotels: birthplace to Pope Francis. Continue on to Our Lady of Mercy
Church where he was baptized, and the adjoining school, St.
(or similar) Joseph’s, where he took his first communion and attended
- Rooney’s Boutique Hotel – Buenos Aires primary school. It was here as a teenager that he received his
• Transfers as per itinerary vocational calling. We will celebrate Mass at St. Joseph’s and
• Breakfast every day at your Hotel then make our way back to the Hotel for Dinner and overnight.
• Lunch every day at local restaurants
(except day of arrival and departure) Day 4 - Buenos Aires - Santa Susana
• Dinner daily at your Hotel or local restaurants Theme: The Countryside and Gaucho Fiesta OR San Nicolas
• Wine and dinners of Rosario
• Boat ride to Tigre Delta and to Colonia (Uruguay) *This morning you will have the choice of the following:
• Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach The Countryside and Gaucho Fiesta. We will take a visit to
• Free Wi-Fi in Hotel and access to computer the famous Argentine countryside and attend the Gaucho
• Assistance of a professional local Catholic guide(s) Fiesta at Santa Susana estancia. “Gaucho” meaning “the
• Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary South American Cowboy”, is one of the icons of Argentina’s
• Wireless headsets where needed rural farming areas. Each year, they celebrate the gaucho way
• Catholic Priest available for Spiritual Guidance of life and all things rural, including horse parades, dancing,
• Mass daily & Spiritual activities music and barbecued meat (a food Argentina is famous for).
• Tips to Hotel and Restaurant staff Dinner and overnight.
• Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
• Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents OR
• Optional: San Nicolas of Rosario
- Travel Insurance: www.206tours.com/insurance We board a luxury coach and travel to the city of Rosario
- Supplemental Protection Plan @ $299 to visit San Nicolas, famous Marian site. We will be given a
www.206tours.com/cancellationprotection guided tour of the site and take part in the celebration of
mass. After dinner, we travel back to Buenos Aires.
• Not Included:
- Lunches, Tips to your guide & driver Day 5 - Buenos Aires
Theme: The Theologian Years
SAMPLE ITINERARY Following breakfast, we will make our way to Maximo of San
Miguel College where Pope Francis studied and later taught
Day 1 - Depart for Argentina philosophy and theology. During the tour, you will have the
Departure for your overnight flights to Argentina. opportunity to take in a lecture on Argentina’s political history
from a local historian. Following the lecture, you will make
Day 2 - Arrive in Buenos Aires (City Tour) your way to the Seminary Chapel. During your time there, you
Upon arrival at your hotel, you will meet down in the lobby to will have the opportunity to speak with Mario, a Jesuit Brother
begin a city tour of Buenos Aires, starting with the symbol of and a close personal friend of Pope Francis. You will have the
the city, the Obelisk. Enjoy the views of the spanish-inspired opportunity to gain personal insight into the new Holy Father,
squares such as: Plaza de Mayo, Plaza San Martin, and Plaza and his life while he was in Argentina. Return to Hotel for
Congreso. Along with the numerous soccer stadiums throughout dinner and overnight.
the city, you will also get to discover the historic neighborhoods
like San Telmo and La Boca, as well as getting to see the nature
in Lezama Park and Tres de Febrero Park. Return to hotel in
time for dinner and overnight.
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