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Pilgrimage to France & Rome ~ Year for Priests August 2 - 10, 2010 for St. John Vianney's Feast Day 9 Day Itinerary

 

ITINERARY

 

Day 1: Depart USA

We depart on our overnight flight. Enjoy dinner and breakfast served on our overnight flight.

 

Day 2: Lyon
Arrive in Paris where you will transfer to your flight to Lyon. In Lyon the group will be met by the tour guide and taken for a half-day sightseeing tour of Lyon. See the Roman Theater and visit beautiful churches such as the Basilica of Notre Dame and the Gothic Cathedral of St. Jean. Dinner and overnight in Lyon. (D)

 

Day 3: Ars / Sur / Forman (St. John Vianney's Feast Day)
After breakfast we depart to Ars, a small city just northwest of Lyon. En route, stop in Ecully where St. John Vianney studied, and Dardilly where he was born. St. John Vianney, known as the Cure of Ars (Patron of all Priests) received many supernatural gifts from the Lord. In Ars we will walk into the village centre to celebrate mass in the parish church, which Jean Vianney restored and extended. There will be a video presentation followed by a guided tour, which will include the Presbytery where he lived (which is kept as it would have been during his lifetime), and the Basilica, which displays the saint’s incorrupt body, the Heart Chapel, which contains the Saint’s heart, and La Providence (the orphanage he founded). In the afternoon, there will be an opportunity to visit the unique waxwork exhibition which portrays the most important episodes of the life of The Cure D’Ars. Return to Lyon for dinner and overnight in Lyon. (B,D)

 

Day 4: Ars (Optional excursion to: The Dombes: Trevoux, Perouges and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart)
Today will be at leisure in Ars or you are welcome to join an OPTIONAL excursion to Dombes: an extensive area dotted with many small lakes and forests. A stop will be made in Trevoux, the capital of the Dombes, which occupies a stunning position on a plateau overlooking the River Saone. The historic centre of Trevoux is very pleasant, with medieval houses and panoramic views. A short journey will then take us to Perouges, which is considered one of the most beautiful villages in France. There will be a time for lunch here and a guided tour. On our return to Ars we stop at Meribel to see a remarkable statue of ‘Our Lady of the Sacred Heart’, which at thirty-three metres high, is the tallest religious statue in France. Mass will be celebrated during the day. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Lyon. (B)

 

Day 5: Lyon / Paris
This morning we fly to Paris. Enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of beautiful Paris. On our tour we will see the famous sights of Paris including the Eiffel Tower, The Arc de Triomphe, and the Church of Notre Dame de Paris. The group will then be visiting the Rue du Bac Chapel – St. Catherine Laboure - and around the corner we will visit the church containing the incorrupt body of St. Vincent de Paul. You will also visit the Miraculous Medal Shrine and the Sacre Coeur. Dinner on your own followed by an Optional Seine River Cruise through beautiful Paris – the City of Lights! Overnight at your hotel. (B)

 

Day 6: Paris / Rome
After breakfast transfer to Charles de Gaulle Airport for our flight to Rome. Transfer from Rome airport to your hotel for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

 

Day 7: Rome (Papal Blessing)
The group will attend one of the highlights of the trip, the Papal Blessing (if available). After the Audience we also visit three major basilicas in Rome: St. Mary Major, St. John Lateran - the Cathedral of Rome - and St. Paul Outside the Walls, built over the Saint's burial place.. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Rome. (B)

 

Day 8: Rome
After breakfast we depart for our full day guided sightseeing tour of the "Eternal City." The highlights include the Catacombs and the Appian Way, Capitoline Hill, St. Peter in Chains. Also, enjoy a guided tour of the world famous Vatican Museums, featuring a visit to the Sistine Chapel, followed by a tour of St. Peter's Basilica. Dinner and overnight in Rome. (B,D)

 

Day 9: Rome / USA

Depart for Rome Airport for our flight home. Arrive USA same day. (B)

 

Included Highlights:

• Airfare: Roundtrip from New York JFK airport, flights between Paris & Lyon and from Paris to Rome all on Air France

• Accommodations: 9 Days / 7 nights Superior Tourist Class Hotels.

• Meals: 7 Continental Breakfasts & 4 Dinners

• Sightseeing: As listed in the itinerary, including entrance fees.

• Also Included: Daily Mass, Airport-hotel transfers, hotel taxes, baggage handling, Touring by Private Air Conditioned Motorcoach, Services of Professional Pilgrimage Escort.

 

Prices for Year for Priests
2010 Departure Dates	Per person in twin *	Land Only Price *	Single room supplement
August 2 to 10	$ 3,199	$ 2,299	$ 500

 

Depart New York JFK Airport * Price is per person, based on double occupancy. Price is based on a minimum of 25 passengers.   There are a limited number of single rooms available. Add $216 departure tax, $260 fuel surcharge and $239 for optional travel insurance. Departure taxes and fuel surcharges are subject to change up until the time the group seats are purchased, typically 60-30 days prior to departure.

 

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