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11 Days

Amsterdam & Germany Pilgrimage

Spiritual Director: Fr. Jerry Daigle

Group Coordinator: Bettie Nolin

September 13 - 22, 2019

*Optional Post Tour to Krakow  -  Sep 22 - 26, 2019

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Amsterdam · Ghent · Bruges · Beauraing · Banneux · Aachen · Kevelaer · Echt · Aachen · Cologne · Mainz · Heidelberg


Fr. Jerry Daigle

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Your trip includes

  • Round-trip airfare
  • All airport taxes and fuel surcharges
  • Centrally located first class hotels as follows: (or similar)
      ~ 2 nights: Sep 14 - 16: Mercure Amsterdam City, Amsterdam
      ~ 2 nights: Sep 16 - 18: Hotel Navarra, Bruges
      ~ 2 nights: Sep 18 - 20: Hotel Novotel Aachen City, Aachen
      ~ 2 nights: Sep 20 - 22: Qube Heidelberg, Heidelberg
  • Optional Post tour to Krakow:
      ~ 4 nights: Sep 22 - 26: Vienna House Andel's, Krakow
  • Transfers as per itinerary
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Wine with dinners
  • Tour Escort throughout
  • Assistance of a professional local Christian guide(s)
  • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
  • Mass daily & Spiritual activities
  • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
Centrally located hotels or similar
hotel
Mercure Amsterdam City
Amsterdam

2 Nights

hotel
Hotel Navarra
Bruges

2 Nights

hotel
Hotel Novotel Aachen City
Aachen

2 Nights

hotel
Qube Heidelberg
Heidelberg

2 Nights

Not included:
  • Lunches, Beverages not mentioned. Tips to your guide and driver.
Optional
Travel Insurance

Providing you coverage for both pre-existing conditions and those that may arise during your trip, including medical and dental emergencies, loss of luggage, trip delay, and so much more.

Cancel For Any Reason Waiver

A Cancellation Waiver - allowing you to cancel your trip and receive a refund anytime - up until 48 hours prior to departure.

Itinerary

Day1
Friday, September 13: Depart to Amsterdam

Make your way to your local airport where you will board your overnight flight. Your meals will be served on board.

Day2
Saturday, September 14: Arrive Amsterdam

Upon landing into Amsterdam Airport, make your way to the baggage claim area and collect your luggage. Proceed to the arrival's hall where you will be greeted by your tour guide and/or driver. Transfer to your hotel for check in and some refreshment. Welcome dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day3
Sunday, September 15: Amsterdam

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with celebrating the Holy Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of All Nations. Depart from hotel for Chapel of Our Lady of All Nations, one of the Virgin Mary's apparition sites. From 1945 until 1959, Our Lady appeared to Ida Peerdeman with the continuous message of love, repentance and the prayer for Nations. Later, we will visit the site of an Eucharistic Miracle. In 1345, as a result of a man's illness, a Sacred Host was found preserved in his house after it was moved numerous times and after having experienced a fire that left the city in ruins. Lunch on your own. Enjoy a guided tour of Amsterdam where you will experience its 17th century historical and picturesque atmosphere amidst its canals and squares. During your walking tour you will view the Royal Place, Vrijheidsbeeld (National Monument), the Flower Markets, Opera House, City Hall and Begijnenhof. Additionally you will experience a glimpse from the outside of the many cultural highlights Amsterdam has to offer, such as: Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, Rembrandt House and the Rijksmuseum. (exterior views). Dinner and overnight at Hotel.

Day4
Monday, September 16: Amsterdam - Ghent - Bruges

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Board your coach and transfer to Ghent, Belgium. Visit famous St. Bavo's Cathedral, housing an impressive number of art treasures and "Adoration of the Mystic Lamb", painted by Jan and Hubert van Eyck in 1432. Celebrate the Holy Mass at St. Bavo Cathedral. Lunch on your own. Continue to Bruges for check-in. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Bruges.

Day5
Tuesday, September 17: Bruges

Breakfast at the hotel. Celebrate Mass at the Church of Our Lady. At the Church you will inevitably notice the preserved culture of the Middle Ages that is still present. You will have the opportunity to view the magnificent marble statue of Madonna and Her Child sculpted by Michelangelo. Next, enjoy guided visit of the canal city of Bruges. The Zeebrugge, port of Bruges, is an important center for European trade. You will also visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood. Most interestingly, this Basilica also holds a venerated relic of Jesus Christ that was collected by Joseph of Arimathea. Lunch on your own. This afternoon is at leisure to enjoy this enchanting city. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Bruges.

Day6
Wednesday, September 18: Bruges - Beauraing - Banneux - Aachen

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Following breakfast, you will board the bus and head Beauraing. Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Beauraing, also known as the "Virgin of the Golden Heart". In 1932, the Blessed Mother appeared to a group of young children thirty-three times. She was described as being dressed in white with a golden crown on her head with hair of gold. Our Lady came to these children during the Great Depression and advised them to sacrifice themselves to Her. Lunch on your own. Continue on to Banneux - Notre Dame, also known as the "Belgian Lourdes". Celebrate Mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of Banneux. After Mass, you will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Banneux. In 1933, the Blessed Mother appeared to twelve-year-old Mariette Boco as the "Virgin of the Poor". Our Lady appeared to little Mariette a few times and informed her that She (Our Lady) has come to relieve the suffering of the ill and the conflicts of all nations. Drive to Aachen for check-in. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Aachen.

Day7
Thursday, September 19: Aachen - Kevelaer - Echt - Aachen

Breakfast at the hotel. Take off to Kevelaer, another site of Our Lady's apparitions. In 1641, Hendrick Busman (a merchant) was walking and heard a mysterious call that said: "Build a little Chapel for Me here". He heard the call three consecutive nights. Simultaneously his wife, Mechel, had a vision of Our Lady and recalled a previous event of an itinerate soldier attempting to sell her a photo of the Madonna that she had seen in her vision. Eventually, Mechel bought the photo and was enShrined in the Shrine of Kevelaer. Pilgrims who visited this Shrine have reported miraculous cures to the blind, paralyzed, deaf and mute. Celebrate Holy Mass. Lunch on your own. Following this prayerful experience we will proceed to Echt. Have a guided tour of Echt. This is where Edith Stein entered the Carmelite Order as a Jewish nun. She spent time with the order for four short years until being arrested by the Gestapo during World War II. Edith was sent to Auschwitz where she died as a martyr. She was canonized a Saint in 1998 as St.Teresa Benedicta of the Cross. Return to Aachen. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Aachen.

Day8
Friday, September 20: Aachen - Cologne - Mainz - Heidelberg

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Celebrate Holy Mass at a local Church. Depart for Cologne that has been the center of influence since the Roman times. Its importance as a center of pilgrimage grew after its acquisition in 1194 of the relics of the Three Magi, the wise men who brought gifts to the infant Jesus. For a time it was a pilgrimage destination second only to Rome. Visit the Kolner Dom, the Gothic Cathedral worthy of the huge reliquary, worked in silver and gold in which the gifts were originally displayed. Continue with guided tour of Cologne. Lunch on your own. Continue to Mainz where we'll have a brief local walking tour to see the main city attractions such as Mainz Cathedral and St. Stephan Church among others. Continue to Heidelberg. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Heidelberg.

Day9
Saturday, September 21: Heidelberg

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Celebrate Holy Mass and continue to guided tour of Heidelberg. The main attraction for all visitors is, of course, Heidelberg Castle, perched on the slopes of Mount Konigstuhl some 70 meters above the Neckar. It's easy to see why, too. Together with the Old Bridge across the river, the castle and its neighboring buildings are among the most impressive sights anywhere in Germany. Lunch on your own. Free time at leisure. Farewell dinner at a local Church. Overnight at the hotel in Heidelberg.

Day10
Sunday, September 22: Heidelberg - Return back to the USA

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Drive to Frankfurt Airport for your return flights home.

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Options & Upgrades

*All pricing is per person

Single Supplement / Solo Traveler Upon Request

Business Class Trans-Atlantic (One-Way) Upon Request

Business Class Trans-Atlantic (Round-Trip) Upon Request

Post Tour to Krakow

*All pricing is per person










Optional Post Tour to Krakow:

Sep 22 - 26, 2019

$1,329 Per Person Based On Double Occupancy
  • Sep 22 - 26: Vienna House Andel's, Krakow
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Wine with dinners
  • Transfers as per itinerary
  • Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
  • Assistance of Christian guide throughout
  • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
  • Catholic Priest, Mass daily & Spiritual activities
  • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
  • Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents




Itinerary
Day10
Sunday, September 22: Frankfurt - Krakow

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Drive to Frankfurt Airport for your short flight to Krakow. Upon arrival in Krakow, check into the hotel. Then we will celebrate Holy Mass and enjoy some delicious dinner before restful overnight.

Day11
Monday, September 23: Krakow - Auschwitz - Krakow

After breakfast, you will explore Krakow's Market Square as the sound of the silver trumpet from St. Mary's Tower fills the air. The captivating beauty of this square is largely due to the fact that it has remained unchanged for almost 700 years. It contains a number of buildings that hold important historic value such as, the Town Hall Tower, the Cloth Hall, and the Burgher's houses. Following your time in this longstanding square, you will make your way to Wawel Hill, where you will visit the beautiful Cathedral, and Coronation Chapel. These are among the most important sites in Poland as the Cathedral has been the coronation site of the Polish monarchs and has held numerous pieces of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Classicist and Modern art. Also at this site, you will have the opportunity to pray at the tomb of the patron saint of Poland, St. Stanislaus. Next, a short drive to Auschwitz, notoriously known as a Nazi concentration camp during the Second World War. Upon arriving at the former camp, you can feel the darkness and sorrow that overtakes the atmosphere as there were numerous unspeakable atrocities that occurred at this site. Additionally, while on this visit, you will have the opportunity to view the cell that imprisoned the Christ-like, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and visit the Martyrdom Museum. After this reflective day, return to your hotel in Krakow for dinner and a restful overnight.

Day12
Tuesday, September 24: Krakow - Czestochowa - Krakow

Today, group will take a day trip to the home of the grandest pilgrimage Shrine of Poland since the 14th century! You will begin your day with breakfast and then transfer to Czestochowa. We will celebrate Mass at Jasna Gora Monastery. This hill-top monastery is home to the beloved icon of the Black Madonna. Additionally, Saint John Paul II is said to have made frequent visits to this monastery throughout his life. Tradition tells us that this icon was painted by Luke the Evangelist, discovered by St. Helen, and later enShrined. While here, you will have the opportunity to venerate not only the Holy Icon, but also many other priceless treasures that are contained within. Following your prayerful visit to the Chapel of the Black Madonna, you will return to Krakow. Enjoy dinner at the local restaurant before resting up for the next day of activities.

Day13
Wednesday, September 25: Krakow - Divine Mercy - Lagiewniki -Krakow

After breakfast depart for your excursion to Lagiewniki, the capital of the Divine Mercy. Through the mediation of St. Faustina, Christ passed on the message of Divine Mercy at Lagiewniki. While here, you will have the opportunity to visit the Shrine of Divine Mercy that contains images of the Merciful Jesus, relics of St. Faustina, as well as, the Saint's convent Chapel and her Tomb. Visit and celebrate Mass at the Shrine of Divinity, which was visited by Saint John Paul II in 2002. Following Mass, have the opportunity to pray by a relic of Saint John Paul II. Return to Krakow for your farewell dinner and last overnight.

Day14
Thursday, September 26: Krakow - USA

After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, transfer to the Krakow airport for return flights home.

Options and upgrades

*All pricing is per person

Single Supplement / Solo Traveler Upon Request

Business Class Trans-Atlantic (One-Way) Upon Request

Business Class Trans-Atlantic (Round-Trip) Upon Request

Post Tour to Krakow

*All pricing is per person




Optional Post Tour to Krakow:

Sep 22 - 26, 2019

$1,329 Per Person Based On Double Occupancy
  • Sep 22 - 26: Vienna House Andel's, Krakow
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Wine with dinners
  • Transfers as per itinerary
  • Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
  • Assistance of Christian guide throughout
  • Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
  • Catholic Priest, Mass daily & Spiritual activities
  • Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
  • Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents

Iternary

Day10
Sunday, September 22: Frankfurt - Krakow

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Drive to Frankfurt Airport for your short flight to Krakow. Upon arrival in Krakow, check into the hotel. Then we will celebrate Holy Mass and enjoy some delicious dinner before restful overnight.

Day11
Monday, September 23: Krakow - Auschwitz - Krakow

After breakfast, you will explore Krakow's Market Square as the sound of the silver trumpet from St. Mary's Tower fills the air. The captivating beauty of this square is largely due to the fact that it has remained unchanged for almost 700 years. It contains a number of buildings that hold important historic value such as, the Town Hall Tower, the Cloth Hall, and the Burgher's houses. Following your time in this longstanding square, you will make your way to Wawel Hill, where you will visit the beautiful Cathedral, and Coronation Chapel. These are among the most important sites in Poland as the Cathedral has been the coronation site of the Polish monarchs and has held numerous pieces of Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Classicist and Modern art. Also at this site, you will have the opportunity to pray at the tomb of the patron saint of Poland, St. Stanislaus. Next, a short drive to Auschwitz, notoriously known as a Nazi concentration camp during the Second World War. Upon arriving at the former camp, you can feel the darkness and sorrow that overtakes the atmosphere as there were numerous unspeakable atrocities that occurred at this site. Additionally, while on this visit, you will have the opportunity to view the cell that imprisoned the Christ-like, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and visit the Martyrdom Museum. After this reflective day, return to your hotel in Krakow for dinner and a restful overnight.

Day12
Tuesday, September 24: Krakow - Czestochowa - Krakow

Today, group will take a day trip to the home of the grandest pilgrimage Shrine of Poland since the 14th century! You will begin your day with breakfast and then transfer to Czestochowa. We will celebrate Mass at Jasna Gora Monastery. This hill-top monastery is home to the beloved icon of the Black Madonna. Additionally, Saint John Paul II is said to have made frequent visits to this monastery throughout his life. Tradition tells us that this icon was painted by Luke the Evangelist, discovered by St. Helen, and later enShrined. While here, you will have the opportunity to venerate not only the Holy Icon, but also many other priceless treasures that are contained within. Following your prayerful visit to the Chapel of the Black Madonna, you will return to Krakow. Enjoy dinner at the local restaurant before resting up for the next day of activities.

Day13
Wednesday, September 25: Krakow - Divine Mercy - Lagiewniki -Krakow

After breakfast depart for your excursion to Lagiewniki, the capital of the Divine Mercy. Through the mediation of St. Faustina, Christ passed on the message of Divine Mercy at Lagiewniki. While here, you will have the opportunity to visit the Shrine of Divine Mercy that contains images of the Merciful Jesus, relics of St. Faustina, as well as, the Saint's convent Chapel and her Tomb. Visit and celebrate Mass at the Shrine of Divinity, which was visited by Saint John Paul II in 2002. Following Mass, have the opportunity to pray by a relic of Saint John Paul II. Return to Krakow for your farewell dinner and last overnight.

Day14
Thursday, September 26: Krakow - USA

After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, transfer to the Krakow airport for return flights home.


Fr. Jerry Daigle

  • Warsaw
  • Niepokalanow
  • Swinice Warckie
  • Czestochowa
  • Wadowice
  • Krakow
  • Zakopane
  • Auschwitz
  • Lagiewniki (Divine Mercy)
  • Wieliczka
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