All Saints Travel. Pilgrimages Year of Faith

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1 All Saints Travel Pilgrimages 2013 Year of Faith All Saints Travel Ltd 109 Wooldridge Close Bedfont Lakes Feltham Middlesex, TW14 8BH Phone: Web:

2 Dear Pilgrims and Organisers We cannot thank you enough for all the loyalty, support and commitment you have shown to All Saints Travel in continuing to recommend us to your friends and relatives and to your parishes. Due to this, 2012 has been another good year for us. Because of this we are able to help the charity organisations that we believe need more support. As we approach 2013 the Year of Faith declared by Pope Benedict XVI is already upon us, running from 11 October 2012 to 24 November It is an opportunity for all of us to renew our relationship with Jesus and the Holy Places. At All Saints Travel we consider the spiritual needs of our pilgrims to be of the utmost importance. We take you on a journey not only to the Holy Places but we also try to open up new horizons to be explored in the journey into faith. Our itineraries are some of the finest and have been carefully prepared by William Johnston, the author of The Holy Land, a Pilgrim s Handbook of Practical Information. William compiled this book from his extensive experience visiting the Holy Land over many years. William was the founder of Rosary Pilgrimage, a charity organisation. He is still working behind the scenes writing and promoting itineraries and through him we are able to donate to the charity organisations that he supports. For groups we can work with you to establish the pilgrimage that you want. We continue to provide excellent value for money pilgrimages and to give the best care and attention to all our pilgrims and we do our utmost not to disappoint you. As we continue to bring more pilgrims to the Holy Land we have introduced a 6 day pilgrimage for those who have been before and would like to revisit places of interest and also for those who are going for the first time and would like take in the highlights only. All Saints Travel combines the best value for money pilgrimages, outstanding itineraries and our caring philosophy in understanding the needs of our pilgrims. We reach out to those who need extra care and we are always happy to help. We hope that you too will enjoy travelling with us and experience the best that group travel pilgrimages can offer. Alan Beard Managing Director CONTENTS The Holy Land - General Information... 6 Day Itinerary... Winter pilgrimage... 8 Day Itinerary Day Itinerary... Easter in the Holy Land... Christmas in the Holy Land... Holy Land and Jordan... Holy Land, Sinai and Jordan... Rome and Assisi... Rome, Assisi, St Rita and San Giovanni... Lourdes... Poland and The Divine Mercy... Fatima and Santiago de Compostela... Lourdes, Santiago and Fatima... Medjugorje... Turkey... Mexico... Holy Land, what is included in price... Happy memories - tour photos... Booking Form... General Information and Terms and Conditions... Testimonials (Front Cover) Tomb of Jesus inside Holy Sepulchre Basilica, Jerusalem (Back Cover) Interior of St Peter s Basilica, Rome

3 THE HOLY LAND General Information The Holy Land is still our number one destination. When you first arrive in the Holy Land you will thank Our Lord for bringing you there (Blessed John Paul II used to kiss the ground each time he visited). The bible comes alive, such an overwhelming feeling that half way through your pilgrimage you will say I am coming back, and many do, some annually. In the following sections we present some general information and highlights of what you can expect to see in the Holy Land. Note on timing: Your pilgrimage here involves getting up early on some days to avoid traffic and large queues. To achieve all the wonderful visits to the Holy Shrines successfully and smoothly, you will need to be able to walk at a pace that the majority of the group would find normal. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, but we do insist that each person has a reasonable level of fitness. This is to avoid running out of time at certain locations due to not being able to keep up. To run the pilgrimage successfully we have to be strict with our timing otherwise we risk falling behind schedule. Renewal of Marriage Vows at Cana: We encourage married couples to renew their vows here. It is a lovely experience where Our Lord performed his first miracle, turning water into wine. A certificate can be purchased here and signed by the priest who renews your vows. Cana wine can also be purchased here to take home with you. Renewal of Baptismal Vows in the River Jordan: For total immersion, a white gown must be hired at the site. Dead Sea Swim/Float: You are allowed a maximum of 20 minutes in the water. No jewellery should be worn in the water and extra care is needed to avoid swallowing the water. Mt. Tabor (The Church of Transfiguration): We go to the summit by taxis as the road is too narrow for the coach to negotiate. The Church of Visitation: This church is located on top of a hill and there are 80 steps to climb. If this is too much you can wait at the bottom of the hill and enjoy a beautiful cup of coffee and ice cream with your fellow pilgrims. The Tomb of Jesus and Mt. Calvary: the interior of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem is the Holiest place for all Christians and therefore the busiest. Queuing is required so we need to get up early to avoid huge crowds and a long time queuing. There are steps to tackle, short and steep, but not difficult for people with normal mobility. So you decide yourself whether you can do this when you get there. Expected temperature: Israel is a subtropical country so the temperature in the winter is milder. Summer is very hot. The best time to visit is Spring and Autumn. Best currency to bring: The local currency is the shekel, but literally everything in Israel is priced in US dollars, so this is the best currency to bring. Even when paying in dollars you will be given your change in shekels. You may need shekels for incidental expenses such as paying for the use of public toilets, as not all of these are free to use. If you have Sterling or Euros these are also accepted in restaurants and shops, however the conversion rate they use to dollars will be in their favour, not yours. Credit cards are accepted only by larger shops. Cost of tour: our prices start from 699 for a winter pilgrimage staying in a 3* hotel in Bethlehem for 5 nights. Early booking is essential, otherwise you could end up paying just as much as when travelling during season (it is best to book at least one year before travel). During season (Spring/Autumn and school holidays) the price will be considerably higher. Itineraries: the itineraries in our brochure are a guide only. Please ask us for the specific itinerary on your date of travel to see what is included. Group bookings: generally we provide one free place per twenty paying pilgrims and two for forty. Itineraries can be tailored according to your specifications. 3

4 Holy Land highlights, 6 days NEW: this year we are organising a shorter pilgrimage catering for people who would prefer not to join with an organised parish group and would rather join with others who have booked individually with us. We will do our utmost to ensure that you quickly get to know each other as if you have been friends all your life. As always, there will be a Spiritual Director leading and a professional guide with you throughout your pilgrimage. Furthermore an All Saints Travel representative will be with you to ensure that everything runs smoothly according to plan. Because of the shorter time these pilgrimages visit only the most significant Shrines, enabling you to spend more time there, focusing on prayer and meditation without having to rush off to visit the next Shrine. Please see page 6 for the itinerary and cost. For individuals who wish to go on one of the longer pilgrimages, you are of course free to join with groups organised by a Parish, and you will be made to feel very welcome. Winter Special Offer: this has been immensely popular for a number of reasons. Firstly, and most obvious, is that it is cheaper and more manageable if you are on a budget. Secondly, it is good to escape from the cold winter of Britain for a few days into the milder climate of the Holy Land. Thirdly, the Holy Sites are less crowded during off season. Also, an All Saints Travel representative will travel with you to ensure that you will have the most amazing pilgrimage that you will ever experience in the Holy Land. We will be there for you to support and assist you whenever necessary. We walk together and follow in the Steps of Jesus as one big happy family. Classic Pilgrimage 8 days: for our classic pilgrimage you are out on tour every day visiting Holy Shrines throughout the Holy Land. We do not cut our itinerary or restrict you from visiting any significant Holy Sites, or give you a free day to cut costs, leaving you wondering what to do with your free time. We do not cut corners to save money; our aim is to give more than you bargained for and achieve what you came for and more. Our priority will always be you. Classic Pilgrimage 10 days: you have two choices (this particularly applies for group organisers and Spiritual Leaders). If you are looking for a more relaxed pilgrimage, maybe a 10 day might be suitable for you. We can simply rearrange our 8 day classic itinerary and extend it to 10 days, or we can include a visit to Mt Carmel Basilica of Our Lady Star of the Sea, the world headquarters of the Carmelites Order and Elijah s Cave where he occasionally lived. Here we see the impressive Baha i Shrines and Gardens overlooking the natural harbour and the Mediterranean sea. We can also visit Banias (Caesarea Philippi) one of the sources of the Jordan River where Our Lord Jesus visited with his disciples. Other Holy Sites can be included depending on time availability. Holy Land and Beyond: some organisers have a special interest in extending their pilgrimages to visit Jordan to see Mt Nebo where Moses saw the Promised Land and the surrounding villages, then on to Petra the Pink City, down to the Holy Mountain of Sinai where Moses spent 40 days and where he received the Ten Commandments from God and nearby St Catherine s Monastery. If this is for you please contact us for more details. Group Organisers and Leaders: we understand that some organisers are loyal and will continue to use their tour operator regardless of how much they charge because it is easier and seems safer than having to look elsewhere and compare prices. But in these difficult economic times it pays to shop around a little. Our promise to you is that, like for like, you will not find a better value for money pilgrimage. We use the same excellent quality local guides, in many cases the same hotels (and we can quote using a particular hotel if you have one in mind), the same airlines, and offer the same level of financial protection (ATOL) as larger operators. We are confidant that we can beat the quote of other tour operators on any comparable tour. The money you save will be welcomed by your people. Without them, your pilgrimage might not go ahead due to lack of participants and this sometimes happens That extra money that you are able to save them will pay for extras such as lunches, insurance, etc Our loyalty is with you and your people. We will tell you whether our price is competitive enough and will refer you to other tour operators if need be to get the best price for your group. If you are thinking of organising a group to the Holy Land this year or the next please enquire now. The earlier you enquire the better the value of your pilgrimage. Why not contact us for details. You will not regret it. Supporting the Christian Community in the Holy Land: we normally stay in Bethlehem for the first 5 nights of your pilgrimage. This is our way of supporting the Christian community here. The hotels we use here are owned and run by Catholic Palestinian families. Some younger generations work two jobs (day and night) to support their families and there are many where several generations live together under one roof supporting each other. We spoke to some of them and they said we have no choice, working one job is not enough to support our families. We are not seeking donations, we are merely expressing our humanitarian concern by doing what we can to help them keep their jobs and support their families without having to compromise your pilgrimage with us whatsoever. As we specialise in the Holy Land we have a very strong relationship with our business associates here and understand that caring for our pilgrims, providing them with good service will always be our number one priority. Our Guides in the Holy Land: our priority is to support Catholic and other Christians in Bethlehem so it is only wise that we work with professional Catholic and Christian guides resident in Bethlehem. Bethlehem has long been associated with our faith, the place where Jesus was born. Needless to say we also have excellent professional guides available working with us from outside Bethlehem if need be. They too understand that caring for our pilgrims is our number one priority. Checkpoints: there are many checkpoints in the Holy Land crossing from Palestinian territories to Israel and vice versa. Every checkpoint is guarded by young people who check whether you are indeed a pilgrim. Tourist buses have no trouble passing through. You really have nothing to worry about, it sounds intimidating but they are pleasant enough - they are just doing their job. Current Situation in the Holy Land: in November 2012, the unrest in Gaza erupted again. Due to international involvement and effort, it was resolved very quickly. We had a group that went that week and several after that. What you saw on your TV screens is not the scene that you would expect to see in the Holy Land it is truly peaceful and safe in the places we visit. Some people hesitated a little but still went and came back very happy. We all prayed for peace of the Holy Land. We always feel safe there. Street crime in the Holy Land is rare; the country s problem is political. We cannot predict the future but don t let it stop you going. Wherever you are in the world there is danger, but we cannot live in fear. Our Lord Jesus will be with us. Planning Ahead: it is advisable for group organisers to book their group at least 10 months in advance. This will give everyone time to save up for the trip. There is plenty of organising involved in preparing for your pilgrimage. Last minute decisions could lead to panic, cost overrun and other unnecessary problems. So why not enquire now. 4

5 Price Variation / Tailor Made Itineraries: prices vary according to the date of departure you choose, the star rating of your hotel, the content of your itinerary and the airline we use. All itineraries can be tailor made according to your specifications. Benefits of booking with us: Best itineraries on offer Provide the best value for money pilgrimage Support Christian Communities in the Holy Land We use Catholic/Christian Guides Care and support throughout your pilgrimage Fully bonded tour operator Always happy to help a company that cares Where we fly from and airlines we use: all flights are direct to Ben Gurion International airport British Airways from London Heathrow, daily flights El Al Israel Airlines from London Heathrow, daily flights London Luton with El Al, daily flights London Luton with easyjet, daily flights Manchester with Jet2, Mondays & Thursdays only Travelling from Scotland: currently there are no direct flights from Scotland to the Holy Land, however flights are available from Glasgow airport connecting with the easyjet fright from London Luton to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion. Alternatively, overnight coach to Manchester airport or overnight here then fly with Jet2 direct to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion. Travelling from Belfast/Ireland: there are a number of flights from Dublin or Belfast to London and Manchester that will connect with your flight to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion. Coming from outside the UK/Ireland: please ensure that you have plenty of time for your connecting flights. Final flight details will be sent out two weeks prior to travel. If you need advice on a suitable airport hotel for an overnight stay or if you have any other queries please contact us, we will be happy to help. Hotels we stay in: we stay in many good hotels in Bethlehem, from 3 & 4 star hotels such as Mt David, Star hotel (being renovated and converted to 4 star), Manger Square (a new hotel) and more as we encourage pilgrims to support the Christian community here. In Jerusalem we stay at the Jerusalem Gate hotel (excellent 3 star hotel) or Casa Nova in Old City - this is run by the Franciscan orders who are responsible for looking after the Catholic Holy Sites in the Holy Land. We generally use two hotels rather than one to avoid long distance travelling, so up north in the Galilee area we stay in the Golden Crown, Galilee hotel, Restal and many others. In the future we plan to use more and more Monasteries and Convents in the Holy Land to support Religious Orders here as well as hotels in Bethlehem to support Christians. Sisters in Nazareth convent for example, is very atmospheric and conveniently located. During our stay we may be able to participate and attend Solemn procession and Rosary at the Grotto of the Annunciation. The rooms are very clean and simple. There is a lovely chapel which is open for private prayer at any time of the day. Mt Beatitudes Monastery/Convent is one of the most popular as it is situated in a perfect location overlooking the Sea of Galilee (very solemn and tranquil, miles away from the bustling life of people in the city). Blessed John Paul the II stayed here during his last visit in the year If you wish to experience staying here, early booking is absolutely essential as rooms get booked up very quickly. For groups: please note all hotels are subject to availability. The earlier you plan your visit the better the chances of getting the hotel of your choice. If you have hotels/convent preferences please let us know, we will be more than happy to arrange this on your behalf. For individual bookings, you will join the organiser s itinerary. Visa: this may be required for non EU passport holders. Contact us for information or visit the Consular section of the Embassy of Israel website at: If you are extending your visit beyond Israel to Egypt and Jordan you may need a multiple entry visa. Itineraries in the brochure are guidelines only and differ depending on the date you are travelling. To request an exact itinerary for the date you are interested in please contact us via or make a request through our website at: 5

6 Holy Land - Highlights Tour days This itinerary is suitable either for pilgrims who have been to the Holy Land before and wish to revisit the most significant Shrines or for pilgrims that can only go for a short time and wish to see the most important Holy Sites. Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv/Bethlehem: Depart London Luton on a direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival transfer to our hotel in Bethlehem. Evening dinner in hotel (depending upon arrival time). Day 2, Jerusalem/Mt of Olives: Coach to the summit of the Mt of Olives, Jerusalem; visiting Ascension Dome, Pater Noster Grotto, walk to Dominus Flevit (where Jesus wept over Jerusalem), Mass here, and afterwards proceed to Gethsemane Garden and Basilica. In the afternoon we go to Manger Square, visiting Nativity Basilica, the Grotto of the Nativity - where Jesus was born, St Catherine s, St Joseph s Grotto, and afterwards the Milk Grotto - and visit the Museum of the Miracles. About 5 p.m we will have Confessions in Bethlehem, Salesian Sacred Heart Church with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Shopping in Bethlehem. Return to our hotel. Day 3, Sea of Galilee/Nazareth/Cana: Depart for the Jordan Valley, and visit the most imposing Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth, viewing the Grotto where the Annunciation took place (Mass here); we tour this basilica, the finest Church in the Middle East. We will then travel to Cana for renewal of Marriage Vows and shopping for Cana Wine (if desired). We now drive to St Peter s Primacy on the Sea of Galilee, and then on to the River Jordan Baptismal Site, for renewal of our Baptismal Vows. Return to our hotel. Day 4, Jerusalem: Early coach to Jerusalem and to the Old City (Jaffa Gate). Walk to the Holy Sepulchre Basilica - the holiest place on Earth, visiting Mt Calvary and the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection and spend some time here. We celebrate Mass at the Apparition Chapel. Tea/coffee break. Then we walk to the Chapel of the Upper Room and visit the Upper Room itself; the magnificent Dormition Abbey where Our Lady is believed to have been assumed into heaven. Proceed to St Peter s in Gallicantu - a truly incredible Shrine - visiting the dungeon where Jesus was imprisoned after His mock trial on Maundy Thursday night. We visit Pilate s Court, the Lithostrotos, Crowning with Thorns, and the Condemnation Chapels followed by Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 5, Bethlehem/Ein Karem: Drive to Ein Karem, for the Visitation Shrine of Our Lady and the birthplace of St John the Baptist. Continue on to visit Gethsemane and the Grotto of Gethsemane and the Assumption Church. We will have a procession around the Garden saying the Five Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary and follow this by a Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration around the Rock of the Agony on the Sanctuary. Return to our hotel. Day 6, Bethlehem/UK: Mass will be arranged in the Carmelite Monastery in Bethlehem founded by Blessed Mary of Jesus Crucified, we view the stained glass windows (up the spiral staircase in the sacristy), we will ask permission to see her relics. We walk down to the Manger Square and visit one more time the Grotto and lunch here. Proceed to the airport for our flight back home. Note: Our winter budget pilgrimage offers are cheaper than our classic pilgrimages because the air fare is normally cheaper during the winter months. However early booking is essential as the cost of air fares generally is higher closer to the time of travel. Please contact us to find out if the tour is still available at the price we have advertised. Dates: 27 Nov-2 Dec What is included: see details on page 23 From London Luton with easyjet Direct flights are also available from: London Heathrow with British Airways London Heathrow with El Al Israel Airlines To fly with these carriers, there will be supplement to pay. Please contact us for details. 6 St Peter s in Gallicantu

7 Holy Land - Winter Tour Offer from days Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv: Depart London or Manchester on our direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival coach transfer to our hotel in Bethlehem. Day 2, Bethlehem/Shepherd s Field: Depart for Manger Square about 8.30 am (to avoid huge crowds), visit the Grotto of the Nativity - where Jesus was born. Mass in St Joseph s Grotto, Franciscan Church of the Nativity and afterwards the Milk Grotto - and visit the Museum of the Miracles. Local bus to Shepherd s field, visit Grottos there and visit Chapel above - where the angels first sang the Gloria in excelcis Deo on the night of the first Christmas. Shopping in Bethlehem before we return to our hotel. Day 3, Jerusalem: Early coach to Jerusalem and to the Old City (Jaffa Gate). Walk to the Holy Sepulchre Basilica visiting Mt Calvary (Mass here), the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection (the Holiest place on earth), St Mary Magdalene s Shrine, the Blessed Sacrament Chapel the Grotto of the True Cross. Coffee break. Then walk to the chapel of the Upper Room - Benediction here if possible, then visit Upper Room itself and the magnificent Dormition Abbey. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 4, Mt of Olives/Jericho/Bethany: Coach to the summit of the Mt of Olives, Jerusalem. Visit Ascension Dome, Pater Noster Grotto. Walk to Dominus Flevit (where Jesus wept over Jerusalem), Mass here and afterwards proceed to Gethsemane Garden and Basilica. We also visit St Peter s in Gallicantu. Here we meditate in the dungeon where Our Lord was prisoner overnight before His Passion and death. Proceed to Jericho, view Mt of Temptation and Zacchaeus Sycamore Tree. Afterwards visit St Lazarus s Church. Return to our hotel. Day 5, Nazareth/Cana: Depart for the imposing Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth, viewing the Grotto where the Annunciation took place (Mass here) and tour this Basilica - the finest Church in the Middle East. We will then visit St Joseph s Workshop, the Synagogue of Jesus and finally drive to Cana visiting the Church of the Wedding - renewal of marriage vows here. If desired one can purchase Cana wine in a local shop to take home. Return to our hotel. Day 6, Bethlehem - Free day at leisure: Mass at Carmel of Bethlehem in the Chapel designed by Christ and shown in a vision to the Founded by BL. Mary of Jesus Crucified, view relics and the incredible stained glass windows up the spiral staircase. Otherwise free. Day 7, Tiberius/Capernaum/River Jordan: Depart for the Jordan Valley, sail on the Sea of Galilee from Tiberias to Capernaum (in an ancient reproduction boat) and tour here. Visit Mt Beatitudes, St Peter s Primacy where Christ appeared to the Apostles after His resurrection (Mass here). We will also visit the Church of the feeding of the 5,000. We now travel to the River Jordan where there is a renewal of baptismal vows and on to our hotel in Bethlehem. Day 8, Bethlehem/UK: Free time before we depart for our flight back home. Mass will be arranged. Dates: 7-14 Feb; 27 Nov-4 Dec; 28 Nov-5 Dec; 29 Nov-6 Dec; 2014: Jan; Feb What is included: see details on page 23 From London Luton with easyjet Direct flights are also available from: London Heathrow with British Airways London Heathrow with El Al Israel Airlines Manchester with Jet2. To fly with these carriers, there will be supplement to pay. Please contact us for details. 7

8 Holy Land - Classic Tour from days Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv: Depart UK on our direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival coach transfer to our hotel in Bethlehem or Jerusalem. Day 2, Bethlehem/Shepherd's Field: Depart for Manger Square about 8.30 am, (to avoid huge crowds), visit the Grotto of the Nativity - where Jesus was born. Mass in St Joseph s Grotto, Franciscan Church of the Nativity and afterwards the Milk Grotto - and visit the Museum of the Miracles. Local bus to Shepherd s field, visit Grottos there, and visit Chapel above - where the angels first sang the Gloria in excelcis Deo on the night of the first Christmas. Shopping in Bethlehem. Return to our hotel. Day 3, Bethlehem/Jerusalem: Early coach to Jerusalem s Old City (Jaffa Gate). We walk through the market then on to the Holy Sepulchre Basilica where we will have Mass in Mt Calvary. Continue our visit to the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection where Jesus rose from the dead (This is the holiest place on earth), St Mary s Magdalene's Shrine, Blessed Sacrament Chapel and the Grotto of the True Cross. Coffee/Tea break. We then walk to Mt Zion and visit the Church of St Mark, Franciscan Church of the Upper room, Upper room Last Supper and Dormition Abbey. We also visit the beautiful Church of St Peter s in Gallicantu, which is built on the site of the House of Caiphus. Here we see the dungeon where Our Lord was held and kept overnight before his Passion and Crucifixion. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 4, Jerusalem/Ein Karem: Tour of Old City of Jerusalem visiting Western ( Wailing ) wall, which is part of the remaining wall around the temple that was destroyed in AD70. We walk through the grounds of the mosque - The Dome of the Rock - to the Church of St Anne, where Our Lady was born, and to the Pool of Bethesda. Walk to the Church of Ecce Homo, built on the site of the Palace of Pilate and celebrate Mass here. We will make the Stations of the Cross following the route Our Lord walked on the first Good Friday. Proceed to Ein Karem for the place of the Visitation of Our Lady to St Elizabeth then on to visit St John the Baptist s birthplace. Return to hotel for evening dinner. Day 5, Mt of Olives/Jericho/Dead Sea: Coach to the summit of Mt of Olives and visit the place of Ascension, Pater Noster Grotto where Our Lord taught His prayer Our Father. We then walk down to visit Dominus Flevit where Jesus wept when He foresaw the Destruction of the City of Jerusalem. Proceed to Gethsemane where the Agony in the Garden took place and Mass in the Grotto of Betrayal. We will then travel north to Jericho, view the Mt of Temptation from across the valley and Zacchaeus s Sycamore tree. Then on to the Dead Sea to experience the unique floating in the sea. Return to our hotel. Day 6, Bethany/Cana/Nazareth: We drive along the Jordan Valley to first visit the church of St Lazarus in Bethany and continue on to visit the Annunciation basilica in Nazareth and tour here visiting the site of the home of Our Lady and St Joseph, St Joseph s Workshop and the Synagogue of Jesus, and celebrate Mass here. Proceed to Cana where Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water to wine for renewal of marriage vows and if desired purchase Cana wine to take home with you. Check-in to our hotel in Nazareth/Tiberius and dinner here. Day 7, Tiberius/Sea of Galilee/River Jordan: Depart for Mount Beatitudes (stunning view of the Sea of Galilee from here) where the Sermon on the Mount took place and tour here. Then on to visit St Peter s Primacy where Christ appeared to the Apostles after his Resurrection; we celebrate Mass here. This is followed by boat sailing on the Sea of Galilee in a reproduction boat from the time of Jesus. Then on to Capernaum - the town of Jesus - where we view St Peter s Church/house and the remains of the ancient Synagogue in which Jesus used to teach. Continue on to visit the Church of the Multiplication of the loaves and fishes and drive to the River Jordan for renewal of our Baptismal Vows. Day 8, Nazareth/Mt Tabor/UK: Depart for the summit of Mt Tabor - the church of Transfiguration (stunning view from the mountain). We celebrate Mass here. Proceed to the airport for our flight back to the UK. 8 Church of St Lazarus, Bethany Dates: Apr; 29 Jul-5 Aug; Oct; Oct; 27 Oct-3 Nov; 6-13 Nov What is included: see details on page 23 From London Luton with easyjet Direct flights are also available from: * London Heathrow with British Airways London Heathrow with El Al Israel Airlines Manchester with Jet2. * Supplement applies. Contact us for details.

9 Holy Land - Classic Tour from 1, days Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv: Depart London or Manchester on our direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival coach transfer to our hotel in Bethlehem or Jerusalem. Day 2, Bethlehem/Shepherd s Field: Depart for Manger Square about 8.30 am (to avoid huge crowds), visit the Grotto of the Nativity - where Jesus was born. Mass in St Joseph s Grotto, Franciscan Church of the Nativity and afterwards the Milk Grotto - and visit the Museum of the Miracles. Local bus to Shepherd s field, visit Grottos here and visit Chapel above - where the angels first sang the Gloria in excelcis Deo on the night of the first Christmas. Shopping in Bethlehem before we return to our hotel. Day 3, Jerusalem: Coach to Jerusalem, arrive in Damascus Gate and proceed to Basilica of Ecce Homo, visit Pilate s Court, Crowning with Thorns and the Condemnation Chapels. We then have the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa (a Cross is available to carry if desired). The first Station starts in Pilate s Courts and ends in the Holy Sepulchre Basilica. We celebrate Mass at the Chapel of Apparitions. We continue and visit Mt Calvary, the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection (the holiest place on earth), St Mary Magdalene s Shrine, Blessed Sacrament Chapel and the True Cross. Day 4, Jerusalem/Ein Karem: Depart for Jerusalem and visit the Wailing wall (the holiest place for Jews). We walk to St Peter s in Gallicantu - a truly incredible Shrine and see the dungeon where Jesus was imprisoned after His mock trial on Maundy Thursday night. Proceed to Ein Karem to the Visitation Shrine. We celebrate Mass here then on to the birthplace of St John the Baptist. Return to our hotel. Day 5, Jerusalem/Mt of Olives (half day tour): Free in the morning. P.M. Coach to the summit of the Mt of Olives and visit Ascension Dome, Pater Noster Grotto where Our Lord taught his Prayer, Our Father. Walk to Dominus Flevit where Jesus wept over Jerusalem when He foresaw the destruction of the city. We celebrate Mass here. Proceed to Gethsemane Garden and Basilica, Grotto and the Assumption Church. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 6, Bethany/Jericho/Dead Sea: Depart for Bethany, visiting St Lazarus s Church and the Shrine and Mass here. Proceed to Jericho where we have lunch. We then go on to view Mt of Temptation and Zacchaeus s Sycamore Tree. Then on to the Dead Sea for the floating experience and relax here. We view the cave from the distance where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found then continue our journey back to our hotel. Day 7, Nazareth/Cana: Today we drive along the Jordan Valley to Nazareth and visit the imposing Basilica of the Annunciation, viewing the Grotto where the Annunciation took place (Mass here). We tour the Upper Basilica, (the finest Church in the Middle East). We will then visit St Joseph s Workshop, Synagogue of Jesus and Mary s Well. Drive to Cana, visiting the Church of the Wedding and renewal of Marriage Vows here, (one can if desired buy Cana Wine in a local shop). Check-in to our hotel in Nazareth or Tiberius. Day 8, Tiberius/Sea of Galilee/River Jordan: Leave the hotel and proceed to the River Jordan for renewal of Baptismal Vows and afterwards drive to Tiberius for boat sailing on the Sea of Galilee (in an ancient reproduction boat). The boat takes us from Tiberius to near Capernaum and we tour here; we view St Peter s Church and the remains of the ancient Synagogue in which Jesus used to teach. We view other ancient remains here. We also visit the Mt of Beatitudes and admire the incredible view of the Sea of Galilee. We proceed to St Peter s Primacy, where Christ appeared to the Apostles after His resurrection, Mass here. We then drive to the Multiplication Shrine, where Jesus multiplied a few fish and 5 loaves to feed 5,000. Return to hotel. Day 9, Mt Tabor/Acre/Mt Carmel: We drive to the summit of Mt Tabor to the church of Transfiguration - taxis up the mountain (included), Mass here and tour the church afterwards. Continue on to Acre and Mt Carmel (Haifa), Basilica of Our Lady Star of the Sea Carmelite Headquarters. Return to our hotel for dinner. Day 10, Nazareth/UK: Free time after breakfast before we leave our hotel for the airport and our flight back home. Dates: 7-16 April; 4-13 November What is included: see details on page 23 From London Luton with easyjet Direct flights (with supplement) also available from: London Heathrow with British Airways London Heathrow with El Al Israel Airlines Manchester with Jet2. Contact us for details. Dominus Flevit 9

10 Easter in The Holy Land 1,197-8 days Daily itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv/Nazareth: Depart London or Manchester airport on our direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival coach transfer to our hotel in Nazareth. Day 2, Cana/Mt Carmel/Mt Tabor: Depart for Basilica of the Annunciation. Mass here in the Grotto (this is the finest Church in the Middle East). Tour of Upper Basilica and visit St Joseph s Workshop. To Cana for renewal of marriage vows. Depart for Mt Tabor (Basilica of the Transfiguration), and proceed to Mt Carmel (Basilica of Our Lady Star of the Sea). After our visit here we return to our hotel. Day 3 (Holy Thursday) Sea of Galilee / Capernaum /River Jordan: Drive to Tiberius and sail to Capernaum (ancient reproduction boat) and tour here. We also visit Mt of Beatitudes, St Peter s Primacy, where Christ appeared to the Apostles after His resurrection. We also visit the Church of the Feeding of the 5,000. We now proceed to the River Jordan ( Yardenit ) Baptismal site and renewal of our Baptismal vows. Continue our journey to visit Ein Karem the place of the Visitation of Our Lady to St Elizabeth then on to visit St John the Baptist s birthplace. Proceed to Jerusalem, and visit the Crowning with Thorns Chapel for Mass of the Lord s Supper. Visit the Chapel of Flagellation and Pilate s Court. Check in to our hotel in Bethlehem. Day 4, (Good Friday) Jerusalem: Depart for Jerusalem and we have the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa, followed by a tour of the Basilica, including a visit to the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection. After a break, we visit the Upper Room Chapel and the Upper Room. We then visit the Dormition Abbey, where it is believed Our Lady died. Proceed to St Peter s in Gallicantu (Christ s prison after His mock trial at night). We now have the Service of the Lord s Passion at the Ecce Homo Basilica. Day 5, (Holy Saturday, Easter Vigil), Bethlehem /Shepherds Field: Walk to Manger Square, visiting St Joseph s Grotto, the Nativity Basilica, Franciscan Church of the Nativity. Visit the Grotto of the Nativity (where Jesus was born) and afterwards the Milk Grotto. We also visit the Museum of the Miracles. We then travel by local bus to Shepherd s Field, and view the Grotto and visit the Chapel of the Gloria. Return to Manger Square by local bus. Free in Bethlehem until the vigil of Lord s Resurrection in the Salesian Heart Church in Bethlehem, or in Helen s Chapel. Return to our hotel. Evening dinner there, followed by evening prayers in the hotel meeting room. Day 6, (Easter Sunday), Jerusalem/Jericho/Dead Sea/Bethany: Mass in The Holy Sepulchre Basilica and Consecration to the Sacred Heart and the Immaculate Heart of Mary (to be confirmed). Afterwards proceed to Gethsemane Garden and Basilica. Visit Grotto of Gethsemane and the Assumption Church. We now drive to Jericho and view the Mt of Temptation and Zacchaeus s Sycamore tree. Shopping for fruit if desired. Then we proceed to the Dead Sea to bathe/float in the water. Afterwards drive to St Lazarus Shrine in Bethany. Return to our hotel. Capernaum Day 7, Jerusalem: Early coach to Jerusalem to the Old City. Short walk to the Holy Sepulchre Basilica, visiting Mt Calvary (Mass here), the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection, St Mary Magdalene s Shrine, Blessed Sacrament Chapel (Divine Mercy devotions here, or if possible on Mt Calvary) and visit the Grotto of the true Cross and the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection. Coffee break. Visit Upper Room Chapel and Upper Room itself, the magnificent Dormition Abbey, St Peter s in Gallicantu (a truly incredible shrine) and visit the dungeon where Jesus was imprisoned after His mock trial on Maundy Thursday night. Day 8, Bethlehem/Airport/UK: Free time before we depart for our flight back home. Dates: March, 8 days, 1, March - 1 April, 10 days, 1, Mount Calvary Please contact us for details of the 10 day itinerary. From London Heathrow with British Airways What is included: see details on page 23

11 Christmas in The Holy Land 1,179-8 days Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv: Depart UK airport on our direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival coach transfer to our hotel in Bethlehem. Dinner at the hotel. Day 2, Jerusalem (Old City): Early coach to Jerusalem to the Old City. Short walk to the Holy Sepulchre Basilica - the holiest place on earth, visiting Mt Calvary (Mass here if possible), the Holy Tomb of the Resurrection, St Mary Magdalene s Shrine, Blessed Sacrament Chapel and the Grotto of the True Cross. Coffee break. We walk to the Chapel of the Upper Room (Benediction here if possible) and visit Upper Room itself; the magnificent Dormition Abbey, St Peter's in Gallicantu - a truly incredible Shrine, and visit the dungeon where Jesus was imprisoned after His mock trial on Maundy Thursday night. We also visit Crowning with Thorns Chapel, Condemnation Chapel; Ecce Homo Basilica, (here we say the Divine Mercy Chaplet); and we then visit Pilate s Court, and we have the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa. Day 3, Bethlehem (CHRISTMAS EVE): Depart for Manger Square at 8:30am (to avoid huge crowds), Mass in Franciscan Church of the Nativity, visit the Grotto of the Nativity - where Jesus was born, and afterwards St Joseph s Grotto and to the Milk Grotto and visit the Museum of the Miracles. Return to our hotel. In the afternoon Confessions with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Salesian Church of the Sacred Heart. Evening dinner in the hotel, followed by evening prayers in the hotel meeting room. Sing Midnight Mass in Bethlehem Franciscan Church of the Nativity with Patriarch (with the Office of Readings) optional. Otherwise Mass will be arranged for you. Day 4, Bethlehem CHRISTMAS DAY! Morning is free. Why not walk down to the church of Nativity and spend some time here. You will certainly find lots to do here. Back to the hotel for Christmas lunch (your main meal). After lunch we walk to visit St Joseph s Chapel (Carmelite Monastery) and have Mass here. We view the magnificent windows up the spiral staircase in the Sacristy. This Church was designed by Christ, and shown to the foundress (Blessed Mary of Jesus Crucified) in a vision. Return to our hotel. Day 5, Jerusalem/Mt of Olives (Half Day Tour, morning free): P.M.Coach to Jerusalem to the summit of the Mt of Olives; visit Ascension Dome, Pater Noster Grotto where Our Lord taught His Prayer, Our Father. We walk to Dominus Flevit where Jesus wept over Jerusalem and celebrate Mass here. Afterwards proceed to Gethsemane Garden and Basilica. Visit Grotto of Gethsemane and the Assumption Church. We will have Holy Hour here followed by a Rosary procession (Sorrowful Mysteries) in the Garden of Gethsemane. Return to our hotel for dinner. Day 6, Cana/Nazareth: Travel north to Cana - the church of the wedding and for renewal of marriage vows where the first miracle of Jesus took place changing water into wine. Move on to Nazareth to visit the church Annunciation. We celebrate Mass here. Afterwards tour the Basilica; view the Grotto where the Annunciation took place; visit St Joseph s Workshop and the site of the home of Our Lady and St Joseph and finally visit the Synagogue of Jesus and Mary's Well. Check in to our hotel in Nazareth and overnight. Day 7, Tiberius/Sea of Galilee/Capernaum: Coach to the River Jordan - Yardenit - Baptismal site for renewal of our Baptismal vows. Our Spiritual Director will say a Prayer and will sprinkle some water and bless you. Drive to Tiberius for boat sailing on the Sea of Galilee (in an ancient reproduction boat). The boat takes us from Tiberius to near Capernaum and we tour here; we view St Peter s Church and the remains of the ancient Synagogue in which Jesus used to teach. We view other ancient remains here. We also visit the Mt of Beatitudes and admire the incredible view of the Sea of Galilee. We proceed to St Peter s Primacy, where Christ appeared to the Apostles after His resurrection. We celebrate Mass here. We then drive to the Multiplication Shrine, where Jesus multiplied a few fish and 5 loaves to feed 5,000. Return to hotel. Day 8, Bethlehem/Tel Aviv/UK: Free until we depart for for the airport and our flight back home. Dates: December, 8 days, 1, December, 10 days, 1,279 Please contact us for details of the 10 day itinerary. From London Heathrow with El Al Israel Airlines What is included: see details on page 23 Birthplace of Our Lady, St Annes s Church, Jerusalem 11

12 The Holy Land and Jordan 1, days Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv: Depart London or Manchester on our direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival coach transfer to our hotel in Bethlehem or Jerusalem. Day 2, Bethlehem/Shepherd s Field: Depart for Manger Square about 8.00 am (to avoid huge crowds), visit the Grotto of the Nativity - where Jesus was born. Mass in St Joseph s Grotto, Franciscan Church of the Nativity and afterwards the Milk Grotto - and visit the Museum of the Miracles. Local bus to Shepherd s field, visit Grottos there, and visit Chapel above - where the angels first sang the Gloria in excelcis Deo on the night of the first Christmas. Shopping in Bethlehem. Return to our hotel. Day 3, Tour of Jerusalem: Coach to Jerusalem arriving at St Stephen s Gate and visit St Anne s church where Our Lady was born, and the Pool of Bethesda. Walk to Ecce Homo and visit Pilate s Court, the Lithostrotos, Crowning with Thorns, and the Condemnation Chapels followed by Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa ending in the Holy Sepulchre Basilica (the holiest place on earth). Queue to visit the Tomb of Jesus where he rose from the dead and Mt Calvary (Mass here). Walk to the Chapel of the Upper Room (Benediction here if possible). Visit the Upper Room itself; the magnificent Dormition Abbey and St Peter s in Gallicantu - a truly wonderful Shrine and we meditate in the dungeon where Our Lord was prisoner overnight before His Passion and Crucifixion. Day 4, Ein Karem/Bethlehem Half day tour: Free time in the morning to give you a chance shop or visit other places or why not spend some time in the church of Nativity and visit the cave where Jesus was born. P.M. depart for Ein Karem - to the Visitation Shrine and birthplace of St John the Baptist. We celebrate Mass here. Return to hotel. Day 5: Mount of Olives/Jericho/Dead Sea: Depart for Mt of Olives and visit the Ascension Dome, Pater Noster where Our Lord taught His Prayer, Our Father. Walk down to Dominus Flevit (we celebrate Mass here) where Jesus wept when He foresaw the destruction of the city of Jerusalem then on to the Gethsemane where the Agony in the Garden took place. We celebrate Mass in the Grotto of Betrayal. We will then travel to Jericho and view Zacchaeus s Sycamore Tree and Mt of Temptation from across the valley. Proceed to the Dead Sea to experience the unique floating in the sea. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 6, Tiberius/Sea of Galilee/River Jordan: Depart Nazareth to Mt Beatitudes by the Sea of Galilee, where the Sermon on the Mount took place. We sail on the Sea of Galilee, then proceed to Capernaum, the town of Jesus and view the house of St Peter and the remains of the ancient synagogue in which Jesus used to teach. On to St Peter s Primacy and Mass here (wonderful location by the side of the lake). Move on to visit the Multiplication Shrine and drive to the River Jordan for renewal of Baptismal Vows. Check-in to our hotel. Day 7, Nazareth/Cana: Depart for the imposing Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth, viewing the Grotto where the Annunciation took place and we have Mass here. We tour this beautiful basilica that dominates the skyline of Nazareth and visit St Joseph s Workshop, the Synagogue of Jesus and finally drive to Cana to visit the Church of the Wedding. Renewal of marriage vows here and if you wish a certificate can be purchased to prove this. Cana wine can also be purchased here to take home with you. Return to our hotel. Day 8, Jordan/Mt Nebo: Leave hotel early and cross the Allenby Bridge into Jordan to visit Mt Nebo where Moses saw the promised land, and where he died. Sadly the exact location is unknown. Move on to visit Moses Spring where he struck the Rock and the fresh water flowed. Drive to the Christian Village of Madaba - the Orthodox Church of St George to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land. Continue our journey down south and check-in to our hotel in Petra and overnight here. Day 9, Petra/Bethlehem: After breakfast we explore Petra - one of the world s most magnificent and impressive ancient cities where we see the fascinating spectacle of temples, tombs and monuments. Al Khazneh (The Treasury) is a focal point here. Drive back to our hotel in Bethlehem and overnight here. Day 10, Bethlehem/UK: Free time before we depart for the airport and our flight back to the UK. 12 Al Khazneh, Petra Dates: 6-15 November from London Luton with easyjet What is included: see details on page 23 Direct flights are also available from: London Heathrow with British Airways & El Al Israel Airlines. There will be supplement to pay. Please contact us for more details.

13 The Holy Land,Sinai and Jordan 1, days GRAND TOUR Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Tel Aviv/Nazareth: Depart London or Manchester airport for our direct flight to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival coach transfer to our hotel in Nazareth. Day 2, Tiberius/Sea of Galilee/River Jordan: Depart for Mount Beatitudes, where the Sermon on the Mount took place and tour here. Then on to visit St Peter s Primacy where Christ appeared to the Apostles after his Resurrection and Mass here. This is followed by boat sailing on the Sea of Galilee then on to Capernaum (the town of Jesus). Here we view St Peter s Church and house and the remains of the ancient Synagogue in which He used to teach. Continue on to visit the Church of the Multiplication of the loaves and fishes then on to the River Jordan for renewal of our Baptismal Vows. Return to our hotel. Day 3, Nazareth/Cana: Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation viewing the Grotto where the Annunciation took place and Mass here followed by a tour of this basilica - the finest Church in the Middle East - that dominates the skyline of Nazareth; Visit the Grotto of the Annunciation, St Joseph s Workshop and the site of the home of Our Lady and St Joseph. We cross to the other side of the road to visit the Synagogue of Jesus. Proceed to Cana visiting the Church of the Wedding - renewal of Marriage Vows here. One can purchase Cana wine to take home. Drive to Bethlehem and check in to our hotel and dinner here. Day 4, Walking tour of Bethlehem/Shepherd s Field: Walk from our hotel to Manger Square at 8:30 (to avoid huge crowds). We celebrate Mass in St Joseph s Grotto, Franciscan Church of the Nativity. We view St Jerome s cave where he spent most of his life translating the Bible from vulgate to Latin. Visit the Grotto of the Nativity where Jesus was born. Afterwards we visit the Milk Grotto and the Museum of the Miracles. Local bus to Shepherd s field, visit Grottos there, and visit Chapel above - where the angels first sang the Gloria in excelcis Deo on the night of the first Christmas. Shopping in Bethlehem. Return to our hotel. Day 5, Jerusalem - Old City: Arrive at Damascus Gate and onto St Anne s Church and Pool of Bethesda. Afterwards we walk to the church of Ecce Homo, built on the site of the Palace of Pilate. Visit Pilate s Court, the Lithostrotos, Crowning with Thorns and the Condemnation Chapels, followed by Stations of the Cross following the route Our Lord walked on the first Good Friday, ending in the Holy Sepulchre and Mass at the Chapel of Apparition. Continue our guided visit to Mt Calvary, the Tomb of Resurrection where Jesus rose from the dead, Blessed Sacrament Chapel and the Chapel of the True Cross. Walk to visit Western (Wailing) Wall, which is part of the remaining wall around the temple that was destroyed in AD70. We walk to Mt Zion and visit the Church of St Mark, Franciscan Church of the Upper room, Upper room Last Supper and Dormition Abbey. We also visit the beautiful Church of St Peter s in Gallicantu, which is built on the site of the House of Caiphus and see the dungeon where Our Lord was held and kept overnight before his Passion and Crucifixion. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 6, Mount of Olives/Bethany/Dead Sea: Coach to the Mount of Olives and visit the place of Ascension; Pater Noster where Our Lord taught His Prayer, Our Father; onto Dominus Flevit where Jesus wept when He foresaw the Destruction of the City of Jerusalem. Walk down to Gethsemane Garden & Basilica where the Agony in the Garden took place. Visit Grotto of Gethsemane and the Assumption Church. We celebrate Mass in the Grotto of Betrayal. Proceed to the Dead Sea to experience floating in the sea. On our way back to our hotel we stop in Bethany to visit St Lazarus Church. Dinner at hotel. Day 7, Bethlehem or Jerusalem: Free day at leisure (Mass will be arranged), visiting places of interest and shopping. Dinner at the hotel. Day 8, Sinai: Depart early and head south to the border between Israel and Egypt (Tabgha border). We will be met and assistance given on the Egyptian side with formalities. We head south along the western coastline of the Gulf of Aqaba and then turn inland towards Mt Sinai. Arrive at hotel in time for dinner. Day 9, Sinai/Jordan: For those of you who are able to climb the mountain and see the spectacular sunrise we leave the hotel at 1:30 am ready to climb Mount Sinai. Ascending to the summit takes 3 hrs and 2 hrs to descend. To reach the top, there are over 3,000 steps to climb known as the Steps of Repentance. If you wish ride a camel it will take you three quarters of the way, leaving 750 steps to be made on foot. Moses is believed to have taken these steps. After breakfast, load luggage onto the coach and drive to St Catherine s Monastery at the foot of Mt Sinai, which was built on the site where Moses witnessed the Burning Bush before receiving the Ten Commandments. Guided tour here visiting the Chapel of the Burning Bush - the holiest part of the Monastery; it was built on the site where Jesus appeared to Moses for the first time. We also see Moses Well and the relic of St Catherine. Leaving Mt Sinai we head back to the Tabgha border (Egypt/Israel) then onto the Al Aqabah border (Israel/Jordan). Our guide will meet us here and assistance will be given with formalities on the Jordanian side. We plan to arrive in time for dinner at our hotel and overnight. Day 10, Jordan: This morning we visit the magnificent and most impressive ancient city (The Rose City) where we see the fascinating spectacle of temples, tombs and monuments. Return to hotel and overnight. Day 11, Petra/Manaba/Mt Nebo/Amman: Leave Petra and drive north to the Christian village of Madaba - the Orthodox Church of St George - to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land. Then to Mt Nebo where the Moses saw the promised land and where he died; Moses Spring where he struck the Rock and the fresh water flowed. Check-in to our hotel in Amman and overnight. Day 12, Amman/UK: Free time before we depart for our flight back home. Dates: 6-17 November From London Heathrow with El Al Israel Airlines, return from Amman with easyjet to London Luton What is included: see details on page 23 Note: reduction of 70 if you wish to fly with easyjet from London Luton. Call us for details. 13

14 Rome days, with Assisi days There are few cities in the world, and perhaps none, that can match the wealth of historical monuments, churches and archaeological remains that are to be found in Rome. We select from the many possibilities offered by this world heritage site to ensure that you come away with not only an appreciation of its importance to the Catholic faith but also its influence and unique place in world history. Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Rome: Depart London or regional airport where available to Rome. Upon arrival transfer to our hotel. If we have an early flight we should arrive at the hotel in the afternoon, giving you a chance to explore Rome at leisure. Dinner at the hotel. Day 2, Rome: After breakfast we leave the hotel and head to the Vatican to attend the general Papal Audience (this is usually arranged in St Peter s Square (subject to the Holy Father being in residence and available). We will have lunch nearby and free for the rest of the afternoon exploring the magnificent St Peter s basilica (the largest basilica in the world) and the surrounding. Your tour manager will be on hand and a time will be arranged to meet up and return together to our hotel. Dinner at the hotel. Day 3, Rome (full day tour): Today we tour the four major basilicas starting with St Peter s, the largest in the world, which houses the Tomb of St Peter and those of many more Popes from the past, including the most loved Blessed John Paul II which was moved from the Crypt to the main basilica to accommodate the stream of crowds wishing to see it. Coach to St Paul Outside the Walls, the second largest church in Rome, which houses the tomb of St Paul kept under the main altar. We drive to the Basilica of St Mary Majors, which houses the true relics of the manger from Bethlehem in which Jesus was laid following his birth and lastly we visit the Basilica of St John Lateran, the cathedral church of the Diocese of Rome, which is the oldest and the first among the four great "patriarchal" basilicas. Across the road from here we also visit Scala Santa - the Holy Stairs. According to tradition, these are the steps our Lord walked up on his way to trial before Pontius Pilate. We will also visit the Basilica of St Peters in Chains to view Michelangelo s famous Statue of Moses. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 4, Rome (Full day tour): After breakfast we go straight to St Peter s basilica and celebrate Mass here, followed by a tour of the Vatican Museum and the famous Sistine Chapel (the holy ground). Lunch break then continue on to visit the Roman Forum, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 5, Rome/Home/Assisi: If you are only visiting Rome you will have free time before we depart for the airport for our flight back home, otherwise we continue our journey north to Assisi, comfort stop and lunch en route. Arrive in Assisi and check-in to our hotel for evening dinner and overnight. Day 6, Assisi: Early start and walk from our hotel to the the Basilica of St Francis and we have Mass here. We then tour both lower and upper basilicas visiting the Tomb of St Francis and listen to the guide explaining the fascinating history of St Francis. Move on to visit St Clare s Basilica and view her tomb. There may be time to stroll along the narrow streets and do some shopping for some interesting religious articles to take home for family and friends. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 7, Assisi/Rome/UK: Before leaving this beautiful town behind, we visit the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli and the Garden. The "Porziuncola", the very ancient chapel, venerated for an apparition of angels within it, was originally the property of the Benedictines of Subasio. It was located on a piece of land known as the Portiuncula; this name became attached to the chapel. After a long period of abandonment, it was restored by St. Francis. Here he was given a clear understanding of his vocation. He founded here the Order of Friars Minor (1209), "establishing here his home". Continue our journey to Rome and to the airport for our flight back home. 14 St Peter s Basilica, from Vatican Gardens Dates: 1-7 October for the Feast of St Francis Price includes: return flights, transfers, 3* hotel or similar, half board, local guide, airport taxes and government charges Not included: travel insurance 35, lunches and single room supplement 120 for 6 nights (limited availability)

15 Rome/Assisi/St Rita/San Giovanni 1,229-9 days Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Rome: Depart UK for Rome. Upon arrival transfer to our hotel and dinner here. Day 2, Rome: After breakfast we leave hotel and head to the Vatican to attend the general Papal Audience (this is usually arranged in St Peter s Square (subject to the Holy Father being in residence and available). We will have lunch nearby and free for the rest of the afternoon exploring the magnificent St Peter s basilica (the largest basilica in the world) and the surroundings. Your tour manager will be on hand and a time will be arranged to meet up and return together to our hotel. Dinner at the hotel. Day 3, Vatican Museums: After breakfast, we leave for Mass at one of the chapels inside St Peter s Basilica. Afterwards we will have a guided tour of the Vatican Museums seeing many beautiful and priceless works of art by talented artists including Michelangelo s Last Judgment and his masterpiece ceiling in the Sistine chapel. Our visit ends at St. Peter s square, destination of all Catholics coming from all over the world, embraced by the colonnade, an architectural masterpiece by Bernini, under the symbolic protection of the "Cuppolone", as the Romans call Michelangelo's dome. We will have lunch and free for the rest of the afternoon exploring St Peter s Basilica and the surroundings. You will have a chance to purchase your souvenirs here to take home with you. Day 4, Basilicas and Assisi: After breakfast we checkout and we visit St Paul Outside the Walls this extraordinary basilica the second largest church in Rome which houses the tomb of St Paul underneath the altar. St Paul Outside the Walls is a Benedictine Abbey which shares its name, origins and centuries of history, both joyful and sorrowful, with the adjoining basilica. You will leave Rome with the real spirit of the first Christians in your mind. We celebrate Mass here. Then continue on to visit St. Mary Major which houses the true relics of the manger from Bethlehem in which Jesus was laid following his birth. According to tradition, the outline of the church was physically laid out by Liberius under a miraculous but predicted snowfall that took place on the night of August Lastly we visit St. John Lateran, the cathedral church of the Diocese of Rome, which is the oldest and the first among the four great "patriarchal" basilicas of Rome. Across the road from here we make a visit to the Holy Stairs (Scala Santa). According to tradition these are the steps our Lord walked up on his way to trial before Pontius Pilate. In the early afternoon board your bus to travel towards the Umbria Region to Assisi where we will arrive in time for dinner and overnight. Day 5, Assisi: We have a full day guided tour of this charming town - the pilgrimage centre where St. Francis and St. Clare lived. Here your sightseeing tour includes visits to the Church of St. Clare which houses her incorrupt body. One of the chapels contains the crucifix that bowed its head and ordered St. Francis to "repair God s Church". Afterwards, we will tour the Basilica of St. Francis, built in 1228 to house the Relics of the saint. The "upper" basilica houses beautiful frescoes of Giotto. In the afternoon, we visit the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli. The "Porziuncola", the very ancient chapel, venerated for an apparition of angels within it, was originally the property of the Benedictines of Subasio. It was located on a piece of land known as the Portiuncula; this name became attached to the chapel. After a long period of abandonment, it was restored by St. Francis. Here he was given a clear understanding of his vocation. He founded here the Order of Friars Minor (1209), "establishing here his home". Mass will be celebrated at the Basilica of Saint Francis. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight. Day 6, Assisi/Cascia/San Giovanni: Early morning departure, first stop in Cascia - the home town of St Rita (85 km 1.5 hrs drive) to visit the shrine of Santa Rita and we celebrate Mass here. Leave Cascia and continue our journey to San Giovanni Rotondo. Check-in to our hotel, dinner and overnight here. Day 7, San Giovanni Rotondo/ Monte Sant Angelo: Full day dedicated to the religious activities in San Giovanni Rotondo. One of the most renowned pilgrimage destinations in Europe because of the extraordinary life and reputation for sanctity of the Franciscan Padre Pio da Pietrelcina, who lived, laboured and died here. We visit many of his relics here - Museum of Crypt where his tomb is on view, the Confessional from where he performed so many of his miracles, and the choir loft where he received his Sacred Stigmata in He suffered from these wounds until his death on September 23, We celebrate Mass here. We also visit the convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie where Padre Pio lived. This afternoon we travel to the nearby village of Monte Sant Angelo to visit the Cave of St Michael, the Archangel, site of apparitions which date back centuries - the Angels appeared three times in the years 490, 492 and The Sanctuary is one of Christendom s most celebrated Shrines. Numerous Popes and Saints have visited this Shrine, including St. Francis who considered himself unworthy to enter it. Free time before dinner at the hotel. Day 8, San Giovanni, Pietrelcina: After breakfast we visit Pietrelcina, San Pio s homeland. We celebrate Holy Mass in the Church of Piana Romana. This Church houses the ancient elm under which San Pio had his first stigmate in Return to hotel for dinner. Day 9, San Giovanni/Rome/UK: After breakfast we will have Mass at the old chapel at St Pio s Tomb. Return to our coach and continue our journey to Rome for our flight back to the UK. Dates: September for the Feast of Padre Pio Price includes: return flights, transfers, 3* hotel or similar, half board, local guide, airport taxes and government charges Not included: travel insurance 39, lunches and single room supplement 200 for 8 nights (limited availability) 15

16 s from days/4 nights Lourdes is situated at the foot of the Pyrenees in south western France. In a series of Apparitions in 1858 Our Blessed Mother of God appeared to a young peasant girl called Bernadette. Since then many thousands have been cured in Lourdes from every known disease during the procession of the Blessed Sacrament, partaking of the Bathes and Stations of the Cross. Here Our Lady revealed to Bernadette I am the Immaculate Conception. Lourdes is the most visited Marian Shrine in Europe and many of you will have journeyed here before, however if this is your first visit travelling in a group, our tour leader will be with you to ensure that you make the most from your time here and to ensure that the visit will be memorable. You will soon get to know your way around and will want to explore the many places of interest. Our hotel is conveniently located just 5-10 minutes walk from the Sanctuary and you will be able to to go down here during your free time. As we are travelling in a group, there are activities that we should do together as a group, for example we will organise Mass together and say the Rosary together; climb the hill for the Stations of the Cross or the lower ground - the new beautifully built Way of the Cross - designed for less able pilgrims. We will also go on the Torchlight and Blessing of the Sick processions together. We will also take part in the Bathes - an activity that some of you may wish to repeat later in your own free time. We will also have a guided tour following in the Steps of St Bernadette, visiting the Grotto where our Lady Appeared to her; Cachot - Bernadette s home at the time of the Apparitions; the Museum of St Bernadette, and Bolly Mill - where she was born and lived with her family, and the church where she was baptised. A video presentation of Lourdes and the life of St Bernadette will be arranged to see in the afternoon on the second day of your pilgrimage. Note: International Mass will be held in the Basilica of St. Pius X on Sundays and Wednesdays only. Other activities in your free time are: Visiting the Grotto as often as you want and praying to our Lady and saying a Rosary here quietly. Lourdes Fountains for Holy water (no need to buy bottled water, fill your empty bottles here and it will cost you nothing and taste better!) Visit Upper Basilica, the Crypt, The Rosary Basilica and Chapel of Reconciliation. We will show you where to go for Petitions/Mass offering and where to go for confession, where to light the candles and the white tent or the chapel for the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Any other information can be obtained from the Forum information centre which is located besides the Crown Statue of Our Lady. Lourdes is a magnet for pilgrims from all around the world. Even if you have been here before, you can still go home and say you have been once again, and so blessed for the opportunity to see Our Lady of Lourdes. Each time you visit you will bring back with you a different experience from your last trip. So enjoy your visit and go home with a new perspective on the wonder of Lourdes. Wheelchair assistance at the airport or in Lourdes can be arranged. However, you should inform us as soon as possible as airlines limit the number of wheelchairs allowed on any one flight. Dates: May days/4 nights 6-10 September days/4 nights Price includes: return flights from London Stansted (Ryanair), 3* hotel with full board accommodation, transfers, airport taxes and government charges. Not included: Single room supplement 20 per night, travel insurance 20, tips and gratuities and optional excursions. 16 Non direct flights can also be arranged from other UK airports, however the transfer to Lourdes will be longer and will cost more.

17 Poland and the Divine Mercy days/6 nights Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Krakow: Upon arrival transfer to our hotel in Krakow. Depending on the time of arrival, you might wish to visit Wieliczka Salt Mine (under the UNESCO heritage register). Visitors walk underground for about 2 km in the oldest part of the salt mine and see its subterranean museum. This mine has been worked for 700 years until the present time. Dinner at the hotel. Day 2, Krakow - City Centre/Lagiewniki: A.M. After breakfast depart for Wawel Castle. Sightseeing tour of this absolutely magnificent castle including the chapel where Blessed John Paul II had his first Mass. We visit Sigismond Chapel - a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture; the tombs of many of Poland s Kings and Queens and their greatest national heroes are located here. Coffee/tea break, then walk to St Mary s Square (Market Square) one of the largest and oldest in Europe. Here we will have a guided visit to St Mary s basilica. P.M. Drive to Lagiewniki Monastery where St Faustina lived and where she is now buried. We see relics of Sr Faustina and her bedroom where she spent much of her time praying and writing. We join the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy at 3pm with the nuns, after which we will participate in Mass for the pilgrims in the Basilica. We hope to meet the nuns (subject to availability) who will give a talk about the life of St Faustina. Day 3, Kalwaria/Wadowice: After breakfast drive to Kalwaria Zebrzydowska. At the site of this Bernardine monastery we visit Calvary Hill, a replica of Calvary Hill in Jerusalem. Founded by the Zebrzydowska family in the early seventeenth century, it is now included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. There are more than 40 churches and chapels along the Via Dolorosa. Processions are held during the Holy Week and Assumption Day (15th August). Later we drive to Wadowice, the home town of Pope John Paul II - visiting the Holy Father s House - now a museum, and his home parish church where he was baptised (this church is one of the most beautiful in Poland). We celebrate Mass here followed by a guided tour of this historic place. Day 4, Krakow/Czestochowa: After breakfast we depart for the home of the Miraculous Icon of Our Lady known as Black Madonna - the Queen of Poland. This is the Holiest place in Poland and it is the third largest Catholic pilgrimage site in the world. The sanctuary is located in the Pauline monastery on Jasna Góra, which has been a major destination of pilgrimages for centuries. Return to our hotel for dinner. Day 5 Zakopane (optional): An optional tour to Tatra mountains and Zakopane region. This beautiful mountain resort was one of John Paul II s favourite places, which he visited regularly. Skiing was one of the pastimes he enjoyed here. With tranquil mountain views and river and stream it is a perfect place for holiday makers from around the world. Here, we visit the beautiful wooden church at Jaszczurowka, built in dedication to Our Lady of Fatima, in thanksgiving to her for saving the life of Pope John Paul II in A cable ride up to Gubalowka mountain can also be made where you view the amazing panorama of the Tatra mountains. We can also visit the Museum of Tatras. Otherwise free. Day 6, Auchwitz-Birkenau: We visit the former concentration camp which was the scene of unforgettable horrors during the second World War, including that of the cell of St Maximillian Kolbe were he died giving up his life to save another. St Edith also died here. (Auschwitz- Birkenau is not suitable for visitors under 15 years of age). On the way back to the hotel we visit the Miraculous Jesus in the cross in Cistertion Abbey as well as the famous Arch church where the Corner Stone was laid by Pope John Paul II. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 7, Krakow/UK: Free before we depart for our flight back home. Dates: 3-9 October (Feast of Sr Faustina) Price includes: Return flights, 3 star hotel accommodation throughout, half board (dinner and breakfast). Transfers, executive coach for touring, fully licensed Catholic guide, airport taxes and government charges, personalised luggage label and badge, hymn booklet. Not included: Single Room Supplement, 150 for 6 nights (limited availability), travel insurance, 28, tips & gratuities, lunches and in-flight meals. 17

18 Fatima 497-5days, with Santiago de Compostela days Fatima lies in the heart of Portugal, approximately 30 miles east of the Atlantic ocean. It is a beautiful country full of historic sites, great monuments and monasteries dating back to medieval times. Here in Fatima Our Lady appeared six times to three young shepherds (Lucia nine, Jacinto eight, Francisca six). The message was simple - Pray the Rosary every day and make sacrifices for sinners. Pope John Paul II credited our Lady of Fatima for saving his life when there was an assassination attempt on 13th May 1981 (the date of Our Lady s first Apparition), in St Peter s Square, Rome. Day 1, UK/Fatima: Depart UK to Porto. Upon arrival transfer to our 3 star hotel in Fatima and dinner here. Day 2, Fatima: After breakfast we walk to the Sanctuary and we will have a guided tour here, visiting the Chapel of the Apparitions, the basilica and the tombs of Francisco, Jacinta and Sister Lucia. We celebrate Mass at St Joseph Chapel. After lunch visit the Perpetual Adoration Chapel and we will have a video show explaining the Apparition that took place here. Mass at St Joseph Chapel or join a concelebrated Mass at the Chapel of Apparitions with other pilgrims from around the world. Rosary here. Day 3, Aljustrel/Valinhos: We will do Stations of the Cross this morning and catch a local mini train to take us to the starting point of the Stations of the Cross. Continue on to visit the two homes of the little Shepherds; site of the first and third visit of the Angels of Peace and of our Lady s fourth apparition. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 4, Coimbra/Nazare: Today we depart for the Coimbra region and visit the Monastery of Coimbra - the magnificent Carmelite Monastery was Sister Lucia s home for 58 years until she died. Proceed to Batalha and visit the beautiful and very impressive Monastery Maria da Vitória (UNESCO world heritage), one of the most fantastic Gothic monuments in the world, which houses the tomb of King John I and his wife. Continue to Nazarre, a well known fishing village where we spend the rest of the afternoon strolling along the lovely white sandy beach and having lunch in one of many restaurants to be found here. Return to our hotel. Day 5, Fatima/UK/Santiago: If you are not joining the group to Santiago de Compostela, you will be dropped at Porto airport for your flight back to the UK. Continue our pilgrimage journey to Santiago. There will be a comfort/refreshments stop on the way. Check-in to our hotel and dinner here. Day 6, Santiago: After breakfast our local guide will meet us at the hotel and walk with us to the famous St James Basilica and we tour here visiting the relics of St James (the patron Saint of Spain) which are enshrined below the high altar. We join the queue along with hundreds of other pilgrims waiting to see them. Lunch and the rest of the afternoon is free for shopping and sightseeing. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 7, Santiago/Home: Free before we depart for Porto airport and our flight back to the UK. Fatima and Santiago days/6 nights Dates: October 2013 Fatima days/4 nights Dates:11-15 October The Sanctuary, Fatima Price includes: return flights, 3* hotel with half board accommodation(breakfast and dinner), transfers, airport taxes and government charges, personalised luggage label & badge. Not included: Single room supplement 23 per person per night; travel insurance 29, lunches, tips and gratuities.

19 Lourdes,Santiago de Compostella & Fatima 1, days Day 1, UK/Lourdes: Depart UK for Lourdes. Upon arrival coach to our hotel. We spend 3 nights here. Day 2/3, Lourdes: For pilgrims who have visited Lourdes before and who want to do their own exploration of the Sanctuary, this will be possible. For everyone else, we will show you where everything is. To start with we will have a video presentation leading to the Apparition of Our Lady to St Bernadette. We then follow in the Steps of St Bernadette, visiting the Grotto where Our Lady appeared to her; the Cachot - Bernadette s home at the time of the Apparition; Museum of St Bernadette; Bolly Mill, where she was born and where the family lived; and the church she was baptised in. We will organise daily Mass, Stations of the Cross and Pray the Rosary and Bathes together as a group. The rest of the activities can be done on your own with the other members of the group. Our tour manager will be with you throughout your pilgrimage ensuring that you are being looked after. Day 4, Spain (Burgos): Leave early for coach travel west to Burgos. Dinner and overnight stay here. Day 5, Burgos/Santiago de Compostella: Mass in Burgos then continue our journey to Santiago. Sit back and enjoy the panoramic view of the Spanish countryside. Lunch and refreshment stops en-route. Arrive Santiago in time for dinner and overnight. Day 6, Santiago de Compostella: A.M. our local guide will meet us at the hotel and walk with us to St James Basilica and tour here. We visit the famous Santiago Basilica. Here we see the relics of St James (the Patron Saint of Spain), enshrined below the high altar. P.M. Free at leisure for shopping and sightseeing. Day 7, Santiago/Fatima: Continue our journey to Fatima, lunch and refreshment stop en-route. We plan to arrive in Fatima in time for dinner and overnight. After dinner we may be able to walk down to the Sanctuary and join the torchlight procession if you are not too tired, otherwise we will start our first visit to the Sanctuary the following morning. Day 8, Fatima: After breakfast walk to the Sanctuary to meet our local guide and tour here. We visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Basilica and the tombs of Francisco, Jacinta and Sister Lucia. Private Mass will be arranged for our group or we will join in the concelebrated Mass at the Chapel of Apparitions. P.M. We will have a video presentation featuring the history of the Apparition of Our Lady of Fatima. Free afternoon to explore the Sanctuary. Day 9, Fatima: We catch the local mini train just outside the Sanctuary which drops us off at the start of the Stations of the Cross. We follow the Stations of the Cross and afterwards proceed to Aljustrel and Valinhos to visit the two homes of the little shepherds, site of the first and third DAILY ITINERARY visit of the Angels of Peace and of our Lady s fourth apparition. You are free to spend more time here after the tour is over and catch the mini train back to the Sanctuary at your leisure. Dinner at the hotel. Day 10: Depending on the time of our flight back, we may be able to stop in Santareem and St Anthony s church in Lisbon before we head to the airport for our flight back to the UK. An optional excursion can be arranged to visit the Carmelite Monastery in Coimbra, which was Sister Lucia s home for 58 years until she died at the age of 98, and also the Monastery of Batalha which is one of the best preserved in Portugal October - 10 days/9 nights Price Includes: One way flight to Lourdes, 3 nights here, full board; coach travel from Lourdes to Burgos 1 night here and dinner; Santiago 2 nights here, 2 dinners/breakfast; Fatima 3 nights here, 3 dinners/breakfast. Return flight from Lisbon. All 3 star hotels, transfers, airport taxes and government charges, a guided tour in the Sanctuary of Fatima, a guided tour in the Cathedral of St James,luggage label & badge. Not included: Single room supplement 25, per person per night, travel insurance 45; lunches and tips and gratuities. 19

20 Medjugorje, Our Lady Queen of Peace days A journey to Medjugorje. The visionaries tell us that no one travels to Medjugorje by accident - Our Lady invites us individually. During your stay in Medjugorje you will have the opportunity to share your faith with thousands of other pilgrims from all over the world. A pilgrimage here is guaranteed to be a profound spiritual experience and something that each one of us will remember for a lifetime to come. Daily Itinerary For the Feast of the Apparitions June 2013 Day 1, UK/Medjugorje: Depart London for Split or Dubrovnik. You will be met by your AST representative at the airport who will assist you with check-in formalities. Your local guide will be waiting at the airport to take you to your hotel in Medjugorje. The journey takes approximately 2½ hours. So sit back and relax and enjoy the beautiful view of the countryside and the Adriatic sea. Check-in to our hotel and dinner here. Day 2, Medjugorje: You will be met by your guide at your hotel who will walk with you to St James church. She will give a brief talk about the Apparition of Our Lady and will inform you of the St James Church programmes. You then go up to the Apparition Hill above the Hamlet of Podbrdo - where the visionaries first saw Our Lady. It will take us approximately 45 minutes to climb. Many pilgrims gather here to pray day and night. Day 3, Medjugorje: After breakfast, we climb the Mount Krizevac (Cross Mountain) - a kilometre away from the church of Medjugorje. We have Stations of the Cross on the way to the mountain. Please note that to go up the mountain you have to be reasonably fit, and be very careful as the mountain has very rough rocks and stones to tackle. When you reach the top you will be rewarded by an amazing view all around you. The Gigantic Cross you see up here was erected by local people in 1933 to commemorate the 1900th anniversary of our Jesus Crucifixion. Enjoy the view at the summit and relax before we descend. Day 4, Medjugorje: A.M. Mass will be at 10:00 am in St James church. P.M. In the afternoon we walk to the Statue of the Risen Lord for a Prayer service. Dinner at the hotel. Day 5, Medjugorje: The guide will take you to meet with one of the Visionaries for a talk on the message of the Our Lady. (subject to them being present and available). Day 6, Medjugorje: We walk to the Blue Cross located at the foot of the Apparition Hill for Prayers and meditation. We celebrate Mass at St James church at 10:00 am. We have lunch then free for the rest of the afternoon. Day 7, Medjugorje: We will have Mass at 10:00 am in St James church. In the afternoon, the guide will take you to visit the community of Cenacolo. This community was founded by Sister Elvera Petrozzi in 1983 to support young people recovering from addictions, and we listen to their talk on how this community saved their lives. Taxi to the Cenacolo not included, approximately 1 each way (4 people sharing). Evening dinner at the hotel. Free time for shopping and revisiting places of interest. Dinner at the hotel. Day 8, Medjugorje/UK: Depart for the airport and our flight back to London. Price includes: return flight, 7 nights accommodation in Medjugorje, half board, airport taxes and government charges, personalised luggage label and badge. 20 Apparition Hill Not included: lunches, travel insurance 29, tips and gratuities, single room supplement 126 for the week (limited availability), optional excursions.

21 Turkey, in the footsteps of Saints Paul and John 1, days urkey stands on two continents, Asia and Europe, a bridge between East and West. It attracts millions of visitors for its historic, biblical and architectural sites. It has one of the most important monastic centres of the early Christians with more than 600 churches. As we follow in the footsteps of Saints Paul and John your tour will allow you a full insight into the achievement of these early Christian missionaries. Daily Itinerary Day 1, UK/Istanbul: Depart London Heathrow/Manchester to Istanbul. Upon arrival transfer to our hotel in Istanbul. Please note that on your first night accommodation will be bed and breakfast only due to late arrival. Day 2, Istanbul Full day tour: After breakfast we leave hotel to visit the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate, Museum of Hagia Sophia, Galata Bridge, Golden Horn, Hippodrome and Underground Water Cistern. Prior to returning to hotel we will have Mass at St Anthony s Church. Day 3, Istanbul/Canakkale: Today we leave Istanbul, lunch en route before crossing the Dardanelles. We offer Mass at the British/Commonwealth War Memorial in Gallipoli. We then take a short ferry boat crossing from Europe to Asia. After visiting the Hellenistic city of Troy. Check in to our hotel and dinner here. Day 4, Pergamum/Smyrna/Kusadasi: Visit the ancient site of Pergamum, one of the Seven Churches of the Book of Revelation. Mass at St Polycarp s, another of the seven, the oldest church in Smyrna and the residence of the Archbishop. It is now called Izmir and is the only living Church of the Book of Revelation. Continue on to Kusadasi where we spend the next 3 nights in our 4* hotel. Day 5, Kusadasi/Miletus: After lunch we visit the ruins of Miletus where St Paul bade farewell to the elders of the Church in 57 AD at the end of his 3rd Missionary Journey, followed by Mass. We then visit the Cave of the Seven Sleepers followed by a trip to the old Greek village of Sirince. Return to hotel for dinner. Day 6, Pamukkale/Laodicea: We stay two nights here. Laodicea is one of the Seven Churches, Lunch and check into our hotel for 2 nights. We will have a chance to relax and swim in the thermal pool before Mass at the hotel prior to dinner. Day 7, Pamukkale: Today we visit Hierapolis the Travertines and the Martyrium of St Philip. The Turkish name for this area is Pamukkale, meaning Cotton Castle. This has been declared a World Heritage Site and put under the protection of UNESCO. We will have another chance to swim in the thermal pool (a wonderful experience, just what you need after a hard day of touring!) before Mass at the hotel prior to dinner. Day 8, Sardis/Philadelphia/Kusadasi: We stay for 2 nights here. Mass in our hotel prior to departure. We visit Sardis (Revelation 3: 1-6), one of the Seven Churches. This site was the Capital of the ancient kingdom of Lydia. Here a church was built on the foundations of the Temple of Artemis. We see the restored gymnasium and a third century AD synagogue, which all testify to the cities past wealth and splendour. We pass by Philadelphia, two more of the Seven Churches. Return to our hotel. Day 9, Kusadasi/Ephesus: Today is the highlight of your pilgrimage.we visit the famous site of Ephesus, which is situated in the Turkish town of Selcuk. This is another of the Seven Churches of the Book of Revelation. St Paul arrived here in 52 AD. He spent 2 years here preaching against the cult of Artemis. We visit the Library of Celsus, the Amphitheatre, the Double Church of St Mary, where two Councils of the Early Church were held in 431 AD and 449 AD. We will have lunch followed by a visit to the Basilica of St John, which was built on the tomb of the apostle in the 6th century. Mass will be at Mary s House situated on Nightingale Mountain, overlooking Ephesus. It is here that Mary is believed to have spent the last years of her life along with other holy women. St John brought Our Lady here after the crucifixion. This Marian Shrine was discovered in 1891, as a result of the revelations of a German nun, Venerable Anna-Katharina Emmerich ( ). Return to hotel for dinner. Day 10, Izmir/Istanbul/Home: Transfer from hotel to Izmir airport for return flight home. Depending on the time of departure we may have a chance to have Mass at Our Lady s house. Price includes: Return flights, generous in-flight meals, transfers, 3* hotels in Istanbul (first night B & B only), 4* star hotels for the rest of your stay, entrance fees as per itinerary, executive coach for touring, excellent Catholic guide, airport taxes and government charges, luggage label & badge Not included: travel insurance, lunches, visa, payable on entry at Istanbul airport, 10 per person, tips and gratuities, single room supplement (limited availability). Note: 8 day itinerary is also available for groups 21

22 Mexico - Our Lady of Guadaloupe 1,497 9 days/7 nights Day 1: Depart London Heathrow for Mexico. Upon arrival transfer to our hotel. Day 2: Today, the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, we drive to the Basilica of Guadalupe where we visit the shrine of Nuestra Senora Guadalupe (the centre of pilgrimages for the America s). On this special day groups of brightly costumed dancers and musicians from all over Mexico perform in an uninterrupted sequence on the plaza. Afterwards, we drive to the floating gardens of Xochimilco where we can enjoy a ride on typically colourful boats. On the way back we stop over at the University City. Day 3: Depart hotel to the village of Tulpetlac where the Virgin of Guadalupe appeared the first time to Juan Diego. (Mass at Village Church). After Mass continue to Teohtihuacan, famous for the Pyramids of the Sun, Moon and Quetzalcoatl. Here we live the mysteries and splendour of one of the most ancient cities of America. Day 4: Extended city tour visiting the Main Square, the National Palace with the interesting mural painting by Diego Revera, the Cathedral and some notable churches like La Ensenanza, Santo Domingo, Santo Loreto and San Franzisco La Propesa. We also have a look over the two main temples belonging to the ancient city of Tenochtitlan. Drive to the Chapultepec Park with the National Museum of Anthropology. Here we can admire the glorious past of the most important cultures of Mesoamerica, such as the Mayas, Olmecas, Zapotecas, Mixteca and Aztecas. Day 5: Day excursion to Puebla and Cholula. Passing beyond the volcano range to Puebla, we enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city centre, viewing its most 22 Our Lady of Guadalupe Puebla Cathedral outstanding monuments of colonial architecture such as the Cathedral and the Santo Domingo church with its beautiful Rosary Chapel. Drive to Choluta to visit the archaeological site of Cholula. Day 6: Optional tour to Tlaxcala, Ocotlan and San Miguel de Los Milagros (price not included). Visit to the Church of San Francisco, the oldest in Mexico (1521) from whose pulpit the first Christian sermon was preached in New Spain. Visit to the main church San Jose. After tour of this charming city, we visit the Sanctuary of Ocotlan, a very beautiful church dedicated to the Virgin of Ocotlan. We also visit a small village nearby San Miguel de los Milagros, (known as the small church and Holy source). Day 7: Day excursion to Cuernavaca, the City of Eternal Spring. Visit to the colonial city centre with its cathedral and defensive fortifications. This was one of the earliest Christian missions in Mexico. Continuing on through the fertile Morelos Valley into the Sierra Madre Occidental we come to Taxco, the famous silver city and jewel of colonial Mexican art. This old silver-mining town is one of the most picturesque and pleasant places in Mexico. Day 8: Free before we depart for our flight back to the UK Nov. 1,269-7 nights/9 days Price includes: return flights from London Heathrow, 4* hotel, half board, transfers, airport taxes and government charges, entrance fees as per itinerary, luggage label and badge. Not included: Single room supplement 20 per night, travel insurance 45, tips and gratuities. Optional excursions.

23 Holy Land what is included in the price Price includes: Direct return air travel from the UK to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion 3/4* hotel accommodation Half board (breakfast and dinner) Entrance fees as per itinerary Transfers in the Holy Land Fully air-conditioned executive coach for touring Excellent Christian/Catholic guide Boat ride on the Sea of Galilee Dead Sea floating experience and entrance fee Taxis to the summit of Mt Tabor Airport taxes and government charges Luggage label and badge Prayer and Hymn booklets One piece of luggage per flight, depending on airline from kg Hand luggage (one piece per flight) Price does not include: Travel insurance, 45 for up to 10 days Lunches or midday snacks Tips and gratuities Single room supplement, from 23 per person per night (limited availability) Your financial protection All the air holidays featured in this brochure are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. This means that our license is a guarantee of the protection of all tour payments and repatriation back to the UK in the unlikely event of insolvency. UK CAA AIR TOUR ORGANISER LICENSE ATOL NO DATES AND PRICES This brochure was released before all dates and prices were finalised. If the dates advertised are not what you are looking for please contact us, we may have other dates that are more suitable for your plans. Winter Tours (8 days): 7-14 February November - 4 December November - 5 December November - 6 December 829 Depart London Luton June Summer special (7 days): June 799 Depart London Luton Classic Tours (8 days): April 929 Depart London Luton 29 July - 5 August 1,039 Depart Manchester October 997 Depart London Heathrow 27 October - 3 November 1,050 Depart London Heathrow 6-13 November 997 Depart London Heathrow Classic Tours (10 days): 7-16 April 1, November 1,197 Both departures from London Heathrow 2014 early bird Summer Special days (book by 28th April). For group organisers: 1 free place per 16 paying (limited availability only) BOOKING EARLY Please be advised that all our winter tours are based on travelling from London Luton with easyjet, therefore early booking is essential. FREE PLACES FOR GROUP BOOKINGS Generally we provide one free place per twenty paying pilgrims. In addition, single room accommodation is included for the Spiritual Director (non transferable). HOLY HOUR Our pilgrimage to the Holy Land will always include a procession around the Garden of Gethsemane saying the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary. It is forbidden to take leaves or branches from the trees, some trees in the Garden have been there hundreds of years and some even date back to the time of Jesus. This is followed by a Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration around the Rock of the Agony inside the basilica. This is the exact place Jesus underwent His Agony. A very special and moving experience! 23

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25 Booking Form 2013 Destination: Price: Date of Travel: No. of days: Please use Block Capitals. Spelling of names exactly as in passport. Pilgrimages and group travel Official Use Booking Ref Tour Code Payment Passenger Details Passenger 1 Passenger 2 Christian Name(s) Surname Age Nationality Passport Number Passport Date of Issue (dd/mm/yy) Passport Expiry Date (dd/mm/yy) Date of Birth (dd/mm/yy) Country issuing the passport Emergency Name and Contact Number Preferred First Name for ID badge Room Type * Share with who? (for non-single room) I require insurance ** Yes / No Yes / No Special request, if any * Single: one person per room, Twin: two single beds, Double: one double bed, Triple: three single beds ** Insurance is compulsory. If you require insurance through All Saints Travel, the cost is as follows: Worldwide, including Israel: 45 for up to 10 days Europe: 25 for up to 5 days, 30 for up to 10 days If you are using your own travel insurance please provide the following policy details: 1. Name of Insurer... Policy no.... Insurer s emergency no Name of Insurer... Policy no.... Insurer s emergency no.... Declaration I have read, understood and accept the Terms and Conditions on behalf of all named passengers. Any passengers travelling under medical treatment or with a medical condition have their doctor s confirmation that they are fit to travel. All named passengers have sufficient travel insurance to cover any existing medical conditions. I confirm that the spelling of names is the same as in the relevant passport(s). I enclose a deposit (or authorise a debit from my card) for the amount of 250 (The Holy Land); 200 (Europe) per person plus the cost of travel insurance as required. Signature... Date... Contact Details (please write clearly): Address... Post Code... Telephone Payment By cheque: make payable to All Saints Travel Ltd. By credit card (surcharge 2.5%) By Debit Card (no surcharge) Card Number... Expiry date (mm/yy)... For my final balance I authorise All Saints Travel to debit my account nine weeks prior to departure. Yes / No All Saints Travel Ltd, 109 Wooldridge Close, Bedfont Lakes, Feltham, Middlesex, TW14 8BH Tel: info@allsaintstravel.co.uk

26 GENERAL INFORMATION & TERMS AND CONDITIONS HOW TO BOOK You must complete all sections in BLOCK LETTERS (names must be as per passport) and send it back to us together with your deposit plus travel insurance if required. All cheques must be made payable to: ALL SAINTS TRAVEL LTD. The person who signs the booking form is responsible for everyone booked on that form. Therefore all correspondence will be sent to this person. If you have an address your invoice will be sent to this unless you have asked to be insured through All Saints Travel where we will include the invoice with the insurance document posted to you. PASSPORT & VISAS UK citizens require a valid 10 year UK Passport. All passports must have at least 6 months validity at the time of return, so check your passport well before your travel date. A visa may be required for non British/EU citizens to travel abroad. It is your responsibility to obtain the correct visa for your travel plan and this should be obtained well in advance. Once you have fully paid, we are able to provide a letter of confirmation (upon written request) as proof that you are travelling with us which you can take with you when you apply for the visa. If you are visiting more than one countries you may require a multiple visa entry. For example if you are entering Jordan or Egypt from Israel and returning back to Israel you will need a multiple entry visa for Israel. The cost of the visa will be at your expense. If you are unable to travel due to invalid passport/visa or inadequate documents, no refund is available. If you are travelling to the USA you must have a machine readable passport. BOOKING CONFIRMATION Our confirmation of booking is the invoice we send to you. We will send the confirmation no later than 7 days after receiving your deposit. By not contacting us, we will assume that you are in receipt of our invoice and all information in your invoice is correct. The balance must be paid 9 weeks prior to travel. No reminder will be sent. Failure to send the balance on time will result in your booking being cancelled and your deposit will be lost. CHANGE OF ADDRESS We must be notified if you change your address after your booking has been made. If you fail to inform us and correspondence is sent to your old address you will be liable for the cost of resending plus administration costs. TRAVEL INSURANCE Insurance is compulsory. Your cover MUST include repatriation, accident and medical expenses and existing illnesses. If you have a medical condition it is your responsibility to obtain confirmation from your doctor that you are fit to travel. You must inform your travel insurance company of any pre-existing medical condition or you may not be covered while you are abroad. If you are insuring through All Saints Travel it is important to read the Special Conditions on the front page of the policy document that will be sent out with your invoice. If you have not received the policy document you must inform us within 10 days of booking otherwise we will assume that you are in possession. If you are an EU resident you are entitled to an EHIC card free of charge. An application form can be obtained at your main post office or you can apply online at Please allow three weeks for your application to be processed. In case of emergency hospitalisation (EU countries only) this covers part of the cost. This is not a substitute for travel insurance. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have enough cover for your needs - always read the policy before you travel. We will not be liable if anything happens while on pilgrimage and your insurance is found to be inadequate. All Saints Travel is not permitted to insure pilgrims who are not resident in the UK, you must obtain your travel insurance from the country in which you are resident. BOOKING ALTERATION BY US Even with the very best planning and organisation, alterations are sometimes unavoidable. We reserve the right to make any alterations as necessary. Changes to flight times of not more than 12 hours, itineraries, change of departure or arrival airport within the same city, change of airlines (if deemed necessary), hotel accommodation to a similar standard, etc., are changes which are usually considered as minor in nature and you will not be eligible for any form of compensation. CUSTOMER BOOKING ALTERATION This must be in writing should you wish to make an alteration to your pilgrimage after your booking has been confirmed. We will do our utmost to assist you, however alteration cannot be guaranteed. If alterations are possible, charges may be incurred at a minimum rate of 40 per person. Any surcharges from our suppliers, e.g. airlines, hotels will be passed on you. IF YOU CANCEL Notify us in writing and the cancellation will take effect on the day we receive it. A refund will be made according to the scale below. All Saints Travel will issue a cancellation letter and you must send this to the insurance company, together with other relevant documentation that you may have to support your case. We will not be responsible for the cost of any travel arrangements you have made yourself. Cancellation Charges: 70 days or more loss of deposit days 40% refund days 30% refund 9-14 days 20% refund 8 days or less loss of all monies paid to us IF WE CANCEL All Saints Travel reserve the right to cancel your booking if we fail to achieve the minimum number of people (20) in order to operate the tour. Also for reasons of force majeure or by reason of unforeseen circumstances beyond our control after we have exercised due care. In this event we will offer you alternative dates or another destination (price will be adjusted). If you are not satisfied a full refund will be made. You will be notified of the changes no later than one month before the date of travel. If you are insured through All Saints Travel the insurance premium will be non-refundable. REVISION OF TOUR PRICES Prices are subject to variation. In the event of price increases in air and ground arrangements, or currency exchange rate fluctuations we reserve the right to pass these changes on to you. We will absorb the first 2% of any increase. You may cancel with a refund if the surcharge exceeds 10% of the published price. Our price is based on 1 = US$1.55 & 1= LIABILITY Meaning any unusual circumstances beyond the control of All Saints Travel and our agents and suppliers in which the consequences could not have been avoided. Force Majeure will include any forms of problems with transportation, loss, injury, illness, death, loss, damage, terrorism cancellation of flights and delays, maintenance problems, closure of any ports, natural disasters, war or threat of war, terrorist activity, industrial disputes, riots, fire, health risk, bad weather etc. Compensation will not be available as result of force majeure. SAFETY STANDARD The country in which you make your pilgrimage may have different standards to those which you are used to in the UK. Sometimes the services provides may be of a lower standard. CHILDREN S DISCOUNT For under 12 s, 10% discount. Children must share room with their parents. For under 2 s, a charge of approximately 60 (flat rate) to cover Government taxes and charges. Under 2 s will not receive their own seat on any transportation provided. DELAYS/CANCELLATIONS We are not liable for any of the above caused by third parties, we will however do our very best to assist you and drinks may be provided for delays over 2 hours. HOTEL ROOMS All prices are based on two people sharing a room unless stated otherwise. Single rooms incur an extra charge and availability cannot be guaranteed at the time of the booking. If you wish to share a room and we are unable to find someone suitable, we reserve the right to charge you 50% of the cost of a single room. If your room sharer cancels, you will be charged 50% for occupying a single room. We reserve the right to change the hotel to one of a similar standard and location if due to circumstances beyond our control the hotel is unable to provide the accommodation that we have booked. No compensation will be available in this situation. DIFFICULTY IN WALKING Due to the nature of this pilgrimage, we are unable to take pilgrims who have difficulty in walking at a pace that the rest of the group would find normal. There is generally plenty of walking involved. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, but we do insist that each person has a reasonable level of fitness. This is to avoid running out of time at certain locations due to some people not being able to keep up. If this were to happen, it would impact on the whole group and this would not be fair to the majority. It is sad to say that the Holy Land is nowhere near to being wheelchair friendly, and to run the pilgrimage successfully we have to be strict with our timing otherwise we will fall behind schedule. COMPLAINTS Notify your leader/representative of any complaints whilst on your pilgrimage. Minor complaints can often be resolved there and then. If you feel that the complaint has not been satisfactorily dealt with you must give written evidence to the local representative and write to All Saints Travel within 7 days of your return giving full details of the complaint. Failure to do so will absolve All Saints Travel from any liability in respect of the complaint. JOINING THE PILGRIMAGE Please allow adequate time to reach the departure airport on your day of travel. We will not be responsible for clients arriving late under any circumstances. If you are joining from abroad or from a domestic flight within the UK, you must allow plenty of time for transfers. All flight times are subject to change. We will not be responsible for any failure to make a flight connection due to timing changes etc. that are beyond our control. BROCHURE ACCURACY Although we take the utmost care we will not be responsible for the consequences of any inaccuracies in this brochure. By the time you book your pilgrimage/holiday dates and prices may have changed. Before you book please ensure that you have the correct dates, price and availability for your pilgrimage by contacting us. SPECIAL NOTE We reserve the right to exclude passengers if we feel that they are creating distress to leaders, organisers or other members of the group, or are in any other way behaving inappropriately. We will not be responsible for any extra costs incurred in these circumstances.

27 Testimonials I speak for the entire group when I say that we were totally pleased with everything. Every aspect of every detail was covered to ensure the comfort and satisfaction of the pilgrims. We appreciated the effort not only to complete the itinerary but to add further visits. The group took you to their hearts Nelia. You were efficient and pleasant throughout. Sister and I found that you were a delight to work with. Fr. Eamonn Sweeney It was a good opportunity to travel with All Saints Travel. And was a great opportunity to have you as a guide and manager to our recent visit to Lourdes. I would like to thank you so much for your professional care and for your kind and considerate management of our visit. Everything was so well organised, and at the same time you were so much understanding to some of the needs of our people. We look forward for more future cooperation. Extending the group's gratitude to you. It was also very nice to know you, and thank you again for all what you did. God bless you. Souad I would like, on behalf of all the pilgrims, to thank you for a wonderful pilgrimage to the Holy Land. We were able to experience everything the itinarary offered including supporting the Palestinian people in their difficulties and (in a small measure) experiencing it. It is 40 years since my last visit and I was appalled and saddened by the changes - non for the better. My memories of Beit Jala and Tantur are still happy ones, but now I have an appreciation of the suffering of the people, particularly in Bethlehem. A very special thank you to Michael - our Leader. His expertise and care along with his sense of humour were a great support and help. Thank you for all you are doing and we would very much like to support you in the future. Fr. Michael Leadbeaterr The two areas that need commenting on are: first, how did All Saints Travel do in arranging the pilgrimage to the Holy Land and secondly, how well did the group leader from All Saints perform? I give 99% to All Saints Travel in their arrangement of the trip and 100% to Nelia as a group leader. I will not hesistate to recommend All Saints Travel to my friends and relatives. Peter Ezigboh Just a short note to let you know we had a lovely time in Bethlehem. The whole pilgrimage tour was meticulously organised. The tour guide Louis was excellent. Thank you for the Holy Land pilgrimage. Joseph & Merlyn Thomas Just like to say thank you for a fabulous pilgrimage to the Holy Lands, you could not have done better. The wife and I really enjoyed ourselves and our expectations were surpassed. Louis our guide was excellent. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Rod and Ann Hulks Thank you very much for this encouraging and emotional pilgrimage. Each member of the group was satisfied by the way the whole journey was arranged. The tour guide and driver were the perfect people for the job. Everyone was also very impressed with hotel staff who provided perfect srvice througout our stay. As for for All Saints Travel you are doing magnificent and impressive work. I think it takes a lot of professional and careful planning to arrange travel from the UK to various places in Israel. May our Lord Jesus continue to shower blessings to you and your company. Again on behalf of the whole group a special thank you to you and all your staff. Lawrence Karumazondo 27

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