DAY 1 - JFK NewYork to Rome

Departure from JFK NewYork

DAY 2 - Rome

Arrival in Rome and after emigration fresh-up in the airport You will be guided to the Coach. Transfer to Vatican City the smallest state in the world. Proceed on a city tour – Trevi Fountain, Colosseum (outside view). Then we will have our lunch and after lunch visit St. John Lateran one of the major Basilicas and 'Scala Santa'. Then we proceed for Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Rome. (Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 3 - Rome - Vatican (Italy)

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Vatican St. Peter's Square for attending Papal Audience. St Peter’s Square or Piazza San Pietro is one of the world’s most famous squares and one of the most breath-taking. Designed by Bernini during the seventeenth century, it houses over 300,000 people. After lunch continue to visit Vatican Museum – (Subject to availability) Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and St. Peters Basilica and Tombs of Pops. Dinner and Overnight stay in Rome.
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 4 - Rome - Assisi - Ancona - Split

After breakfast we will proceed to Assisi, the land of St. Francis and St. Clare. Visit the Basilica of St. Francis, including the tombs of St. Francis and his disciples. The Lower and Upper Basilicas are filled with world famous frescoes that depict the lives of Jesus and St. Francis, as well as other saints. We will visit Carlo Acuits tomb in Asssi. After lunch transfer from Assisi to Ancona. After emigration clearance we will board the ship to Split Bosnia, dinner and overnight on the ship.

DAY 5 - Medjugorje (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

After breakfast we will proceed to Medjugorje a town in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Catholic pilgrimage since the Virgin Mary allegedly appeared on Apparition Hill in 1981. Our Lady of Medjugorje, also called Queen of Peace) and Mother of the Redeemer is the title given to alleged visions of Mary, the mother of Jesus, said to have begun in 1981 to six Herzegovinian Croat teenagers in Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina (at the time in SFR Yugoslavia). There have also been continued reports of the visionaries seeing and receiving messages from the apparition of Our Lady during the years since.

DAY 6 - Medjugorje - Crikvenicia (Croatia)

Breakfast at the hotel and morning we will visit Apparition hill and free time for prayer in the church, then check out from the hotel and proceed for lunch. After lunch we will proceed to Crikvenicia city in Croatia. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 7 - Crikvenicia - Venice - Padua (Italy)

After breakfast checkout from the hotel and we proceed to Venice Italy. After lunch and take a private boat to this charming city. Venice built a top 118 tiny island without streets, crisscrossed by 160 canals and linked by 400 footbridges. Explore all the sights and sounds of St. Mark's Square. Return from the island by boat and proceed to Padua. Dinner and overnight in Padua. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 8 - Padua - Zurich (Switzerland)

After breakfast. Visit the famous basilica of St. Anthony in Padua. The original St. Anthony of Padua Church was built in 1725 by the local Italian community of Istanbul, but was later demolished and replaced with the current building which was constructed on the same location. The current St. Anthony of Padua was built between 1906 and 1912 in the Venetian Neo-Gothic style. Then we will proceed to Zurich in Switzerland. On the way we will have our lunch and in the evening reach Zurich. Dinner and overnight in hotel in Zurich. (Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner)

DAY 9 - Zurich - Engelberg - Lucerne

Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to visit Mt. Titlis with Ice Flyer. At 10,000 feet, Mount Titlis, is Central Switzerland's loftiest peak exuding snow and ice that's visually stunning. An aerial cable car that delivers awesome 360-degree panoramic views of the snow­covered valleys, glaciers, lakes, forests, and mountains in Switzerland. Lunch at Mt. Titlis. Return from Engelberg to Lucerne on the way get an orientation tour of Lucerne. We will visit Chappel bridge and Lion monument in Lucerne. Free time for shopping. Overnight stay at hotel in Zurich.

DAY 10 - Zurich - Titisee (Germany) - Paris

Breakfast at hotel, checkout hotel and proceed to Schaffhausen to visit the Rhine falls, which is the largest plain waterfall in Europe. The falls are located on the Upper Rhine. Then we proceed to Black Forest of Germany. We halt to witness how the famous and original Cuckoo Clocks are made. After Lunch proceed to Paris and Overnight stay at hotel in Paris. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 11 - Paris

Breakfast at hotel. After breakfast we proceed for city tour, Paris is the capital and largest city of France. It is situated on the river Seine, in northern France, at the heart of the ilede-France region. After arriving orientation tour of Paris, we go for City tour by bus, visiting Arc De Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Grand Palais, Petit Palais, National Assembly, Alexander Bridge, Concorde Square, Trocadero Square, Palais De Chaillot and the Notre Dame Cathedral, St. Vincent de Paul tomb, St. Catherine Laboure. We visit the Eiffel Tower level 2.(Subject to availability) Then we proceed to Seine river cruise. Dinner at restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in Paris. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 12 - Paris - Lourdes (France)

After Breakfast proceed to Lourdes by TGV(Bullet Train). We will reach Lourdes at 11.30am and checkin the hotel. We will visit the Grotto of Lourdes and free time for Rosary and prayer. After dinner we will attend the candle light procession. Overnight at the Hotel in Lourdes. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 13 - Lourdes - Burgos (Spain)

After breakfast we will visit the house of St. Bernadette and the grotto of Lourdes. Free time for religious activities and shopping. Lunch in the Hotel then proceed to Burgos in Spain. Overnight stay at hotel in Burgos. ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 14 - Burgos - Fatima (Portugal)

After Breakfast transfer to Fatima. Arrive Fatima Visit Our Lady of Fatima church The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared six times to three shepherd children near the town of Fatima. We will visit the village of Francisco, Jacinta and Lucia,. Check-in to Hotel and after dinner attend Candle light procession. Overnight stay at hotel. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 15 - Fatima - Lisbon

After breakfast proceed to Madrid orientation tour (if time permitted) then proceed to airport for return flight to JFK, NewYork.

DAY 16 - Lisbon - JFK NewYork

Arriving JFK International Airport with lot of memories. It's time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. Until next time, goodbye!

Jubilee Year Pilgrimage to EUROPE Inclusions

  • 2 Nights' Accommodation in Hotel 4* Hotel Victoria Terme or similar at Rome
  • 1 Night Accommodation in ship
  • 1 Night Accommodation in Hotel 4* Medjugorje Hotel & Spa
  • 1 Night Accommodation in Hotel 4* Hotel La Bulesca or similar at Padua
  • 1 Night Accommodation in Hotel 4* in Hotel Esplanade crikvenica or Similar
  • 2 Nights' Accommodation in Hotel 4* Hilton Zurich Airport or similar at Zurich
  • 2 Nights' Accommodation in Hotel 4* Novotel orly Rungis or similar at Paris
  • 1 Night Accommodation in Hotel 4* Alba or similar at Lourdes
  • 1 Night Accommodation in Hotel 4* Hotel Ciudad de Burgos
  • 1 Night Accommodation in Hotel 4* Hotel Steylar or similar in Fatima
  • Sightseeing as mentioned in the Itinerary
  • City Tax in hotels
  • Continental/Buffet Breakfast at hotel
  • Local or Indian Lunches and Dinner at Restaurant or Hotels
  • 4* category hotel accommodation Twin or Triple sharing basis.
  • All transfers and sight-seeing in AC deluxe motor coach.
  • Professionally licensed English speaking guide in Main places.
  • Experienced Tour manager throughout the tour.
  • Visa charges.

Tour Cost Does not include:
  • Additional meals other than specified in the itinerary
  • Mineral water Food & drinks not forming part of group menus
  • Laundry, beverages, telephone charges
  • Anything which is not included in the "Cost Includes"

 

Tour cost
  • Tour cost is $ 3100.00 for each adult or child above ten years.
  • Payment can be made in 3 installments (1000 + 1000 + 1100). Last installment must be made 45 days before the departure.
Cancellation Policy
  • All cancellation requests must be sent to Gloria Travels Inc, in writing by the person who made the reservation; and are effective when received by Gloria Travels Inc. There will be no refunds for cancellation requests received after the departure of the tour, or for unused portion of the tour.
Cancellation Penalties
  • Deposit of $ 200 is not refundable
  • 90% of the tour cost will be refunded for cancellations before 90 days.
  • 50% of the tour cost will be refunded for cancellations before 45 days.
  • 25% of the tour cost will be refunded for cancellations before 30 days.
Cancellation penalties for Air Portion
  • On the airline regulations, penalties may be equal to the ticket cost.
Accommodation
  • Rooms will be allotted on twin-sharing basis, with separate beds. Those who need single room must pay an extra cost of $ 450.
Travel Insurance
  • Even though it is optional, we h5ly recommend that all the passengers obtain travel insurance to ensure safety of your travel cost and health coverage. During the tour, we are not responsible for any medical emergencies of passengers while abroad.
Luggage
  • It is the responsibility of the passengers to timely report any damage or loss of their belongings, which is to be documented in writing for the submission the insurance company. We also arrange to take on group requests.
Passport & Visas
  • All passengers must possess passports with a minimum validity of 6 months and above with effect from the return date of travel. We will take care of all visas and exit permits for US and Canadian passengers.
Airlines
  • Fares and schedules of the flights are subject to change without prior notice. It is recommended that all passengers must report at the airport 3 hours prior to departure to ensure adequate check in time.
Remember to carry these things
  • 220 Volts universal power convertor for charging mobile and camera, light jackets, swimming suit or any other dress for floating on the Dead Sea. Medications if any. Other Casual dresses which you like. One pair of suit for gents. Baggage allowance per passenger is 1 piece weighing not more than 50 pounds.
The tour cost $ 3000 includes:
  • Round-trip air tickets.
  • 4* & 5* category hotel accommodation.
  • Buffet breakfast, buffet lunch and buffet dinner everyday.
  • All transfers and sight-seeing in AC deluxe motor coach.
  • Luggage handling at boarders and hotels in use.
  • Professionally licensed English speaking guide throughout the tour.
  • 1 bottle of mineral water every day.
We ensure you the finest tour experience and the most enriching spiritual experience in the Marian Europe Pilgrimage.

We will celebrate the Holy Masses at several Holy places.