Travel Dates:  May 24 – June 03, 2025

 

Accommodation:

 

• FATIMA: Mercure Fatima 3*
• BURGOS:Crisol Meson Del Cid 3*
• LOURDES: St. Sauveur hotel 3*
• ASSISI: Windsor Savoia 3*
• ROME: Mercure Rome Piazza Bologna 3*

 

Meals:

 

• Daily Breakfast at the hotel

 

Itinerary:

 

 

Day 1: Lisbon and Fatima

 

We depart on an international overnight flight to Lisbon. Dinner and breakfast are served on board. Upon arrival ni Lisbon, we are greeted by our four guide, and next board our deluxe motorcoach for a panoramic tour of the charming Portuguese capital. See the Belem Tower, St. Jeronimos Monastery dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Monument to the Discoveries and the Basilica of St. Anthony that was built on the site where Saint Anthony of Padua was born in 1195. Then, continue to Fatima whti a stop ni Santarem, one of the oldest cities ni the world. We visit the Church of S.t Stephen, which houses the Miracle fo the Bleeding Host on continuous display since 1269 AD. Mass can be celebrated here before we depart for Fatima, arriving ni the afternoon to check into our hotel. In the evening you can participate ni a memorable Rosary and the Candlelight Procession which begins ni the Little Chapel of the Apparitions (Capelinha). Dinner and overnight ni Fatima.

 

 

Day 2: Fatima

 

After breakfast we discover the Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima. We begin with a visit to the pristine Basilica which contains the tombs of S.t Jacinta, St. Francisco and Sister Lucia. Continue to the eLlti Chapel of the Apparitions where Our Lady first appeared to the three shepherd children on May 13, 1917. We celebrate mass here and light a candle. The balance of the day at leisure for private reflection, prayer, and meditation. Join the Eucharistic Adoration and Reconciliation available each day at the Basilica. In the evening once again participate in the Rosary and the Candlelight Procession (if available). Dinner and overnight in Fatima.

 

 

Day 3: Fatima > Burgos

 

After breakfast we depart Fatima for Spain driving along the rustic beautiful Portuguese countryside before crossing the border into Spain. We continue to the city of Burgos, founded ni the 9th century. Burgos si also one of the larger cities on the route of the Camino de Santiago, an ancient pilgrim route in Northern Spain. Dinner and overnight ni Burgos.

 

 

Day 4: Burgos > Lourdes

 

In the morning we head for Lourdes, enjoying the scenic ride through the rugged Pyrenees Mountains and travel

into neighboring France. We arrive ni the afternoon t o visit the beloved Shrine of Lourdes, where ni 1858 at the Grotto of Massabielle Our Lady a p p e a r e d ot the 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous calling herself the “Immaculate Conception.” Check into our hotel and after dinner we aer invited t o take part in the evening Torchlight Procession also called Marian Procession (if available). Dinner and overnight ni Lourdes.

 

 

Day 5: Lourdes

 

After breakfast we begin our tour with a visit to the Grotto de Massabiele where ni 1858 the Virgin Mary appeared

18 times to Bernadette Soubirous. A statue of the Virgin Myar si ni a niche under the Basilica of the Rosary and the Basilica of Immaculate Conception. Then, we visit the Bernadette Museum and continue to walk in her footsteps visiting the Boly Mils, her birthplace; the “Cachot”, a smal house where she lived with her family; the Hospice where

she was educated by het Sisters of Nevers and where she took First Communion; the Parish Church where she was baptized; the Old Presbytery where she meet Abbe Peyramale, aCatholic priest inthe town of Lourdes inFrance

during the apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes; Bartres where she lived twice as a very young child and teenager; and the Maison Paternelle, known as the Moulin Lacade, home to Bernadette’s parents after the apparitions. The balance of the day isat leisure. You may attend the musical dedicated to the life of Bernadette called” Bernadette of Lourdes” (subiect to availability and at additional cost). You may attend the “Blessing of the Sick” or

light candles for your loved ones at the Chapel fo Lights. After dinner participate in the Torchlight Procession also called Marian Procession If ( available). Dinner and overnight in Lourdes.

 

 

Day 6: Lourdes > Toulouse > Rome > Assisi

 

After breakfast we transfer to the airport in Toulouse for the flightot Rome. Arrival to Rome and transfer to Assisi. Free time and overnight

 

 

Day 7: Assisi > Rome

 

After breakfast, start the visit of the Basilica of St. Francis, followed by a visit to the Basilica of Saint Clare, Francis’ friend and foundress of the Poor Clares nuns, and see the crucifix that spoke to S.t Francis inSan Damiano. Then, we visit the Santa Maria Maggiore Church to see the tomb of blessed Carlo Acuti. On the way we will visit the basilica of Santa Maria Degli Angeli, built to enclose the tiny Church of the Porziuncola, Saint Francis’ place of prayers and where he consecrated Clare as the bride of Christ. Continue to Rome for Dinner and Overnight.

 

 

Day 8: Rome Papal Audience & Christian Rome

 

After breakfast we transfer to Vatican City to attend the weekly papal audience with His Holiness Pope Francis (pending papal schedule). Today will truly be a day to remember as we gather with thousands of pilgrims from around the world. After lunch (which is on our own) Continue our tour of “Christian Rome,” starting with visiting two of the major basilicas: St. Mary Major, one of the oldest churches in Rome dedicated to the Blessed Virgin, which contains a relic from the manger of the Infant Jesus; and where we will celebrate Mass (subject of availability), the former residence of the popes prior to their return to Rome in 1377, which contains relics of both Peter and Paul under the main altar. In this church, St. Francis persuaded Pope Innocent III to give him permission to begin the Franciscan order. Across the square is the Holy Stairs said to be the stairs Jesus walked up when he was condemned to death. Many pilgrims walk these steps on their knees. The next stop is the Basilica of the Holy Cross (Santa Croce in Gerusalemme), which houses some of the relics of the Passion of Jesus. Inside this church we can see three pieces of the true cross, two thorns and a nail and a full-size replica of the Shroud of Turin. When this minor basilica was built around 325 A.D., its floor was built with soil from Jerusalem. We also visit the basilicas St. John Lateran, Cathedral of the city of Rome and St. Paul Outside the Walls, built over the burial place of St. Paul. Dinner and overnight.

NOTE: Papal Audience is possible only on Wednesdays and is subject of reconfirmation and Papal presence in Rome. The Pope’s schedule is subject of reconfirmation 30 days before and can be cancelled without prior notice.

NOTE: Since the Papal Audience is not available for some of the wished dates, we can suggest visit of the St. Callixtus Catacombs instead. This visit is included in the package price for the dates in March, May & November.

 

 

Day 9: Rome Vatican / Ancient Rome

 

We start the day by attending an early morning Mass at St Peters (subject of availability). After Mass we will visit to the Vatican Museums with its many galleries filled with awe-inspiring art treasures, relics and the most overwhelming Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes and the mural of the Last Judgment. Continue our sightseeing tour of “Ancient Rome” with a panorama tour of the Coliseum, the Forum, the center of the daily life of Ancient Rome, Arch of Constantine, Circus Maximus, Palazzo Venezia, Capitoline Hill, the Pantheon and the Spanish Steps. We will make a stop at the famous Trevi Fountain, where tradition says if you toss a coin over your left shoulder you will return to Rome again.Dinner and overnight in hotel.

NOTE: For Pilgrim Reduced tickets for the Vatican Museums, we need an official letter from the Diocese, confirming that the groups is in Rome for Pilgrimage for the dates of stay in Rome. The letter needs to be signed and stamped.

 

Day 10: Rome Departure

 

Free time in Rome and Departure Time.

 

Important Notice:

 

• Confirmation with deposit payment of $1,000 refundable if we cancel the departure
• Minimum of 6 people is needed for the group departure
• Single supplement: $449

 

Inclusions:

 

• FREE SCHENGEN VISA PROCESSING (priced at P16,000.00)
• RT flight via Emirates/PAL/Etihad Airways
• 25kg check-in luggage
• 7kg hand carry luggage
• Philippine Travel Tax
• Accommodation in Twin/DBL rooms
• Daily Breakfast and dinner at the hotel
• Private Transport
• Tour leader throughout the tour
• Local guides
• Daily mass according to itinerary / according to availability
• Tickets according to the program

 

Exclusions:

 

• Airline Tax (150 USD)
• Travel Insurance
• Anything that is not mentioned in the above inclusions

 

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