M and M Travel Pilgrimage
Our Lady of Guadalupe & Mexico City
Spiritual Director: Fr. James Akpan
Group Coordinator: Mike Milano
December 8 - 13, 2023
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M and M Travel Pilgrimage
Our Lady of Guadalupe & Mexico City
Spiritual Director:
Fr. James Akpan
Group Coordinator:
Mike Milano
December 8 - 13, 2023
MM120823
Mexico City · Guadalupe · Tlaxcala · Puebla · Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe · Coyoacan (*Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day)
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Mexico City · Guadalupe · Tlaxcala · Puebla · Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe · Coyoacan (*Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day)
Our Lady of Guadalupe - Patroness of the Americas! Within the Basilica, you will see every national flag of the Americas - depicting Mary's love for all of the Western world. Her physical appearance foreshadows the growing exploration and explosion of Catholicism in the New World. Gaze at the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Juan Diego's tilma will bring tears to your eyes.
Fr. James Akpan
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Your trip includes
- Round-trip airfare
- All airport taxes and fuel surcharges
- Hotel accommodations (or similar) in double occupancy
- ~ 5 nights | Dec 8 - 13: Galeria Plaza Reforma, Mexico City
- Breakfast and Dinner daily at your hotel or local restaurants
- Lunch every day at local restaurants (except on day of arrival/departure)
- Wine and mineral water with dinners
- Free Wi-Fi at Hotel
- Transfers as per itinerary
- Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
- Wireless headsets where needed
- Assistance of a professional local Catholic Guide
- Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
- Catholic Priest, Mass daily & Spiritual activities
- Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
Centrally located hotels or similar
Galeria Plaza Reforma
Mexico CityNot included
- Airline luggage fees, Meals not mentioned, Tips to your guide & driver.
Optional
Travel Insurance
Please Contact: M and M Travel
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Itinerary
Day 1, Fri, Dec 8: Arrive in Mexico City
Make your way to your local airport where you will board your flight(s) to Mexico City. Upon arrival, you will collect your luggage in the baggage claim area and continue to the Arrival's Hall where you will be greeted by a tour guide and/or driver. Transfer to your hotel. Enjoy free time before celebrating Mass and dinner. Overnight in Mexico City.
Day 2, Sat, Dec 9: Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe and San Juan Teotihuacan
After breakfast, depart for the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Patroness of the Americas), by way of the Plaza of the Three Cultures. We will first visit the Church of Santiago Tlatelolco where St. Juan Diego was baptized. This plaza symbolizes the unique blend of the pre-Hispanic, and Hispanic cultures that make up Mexico. Continue to the Shrine of Guadalupe, built in response to Our Lady’s request to the visionary, St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin. Upon arrival, we will marvel at the brilliant Basilica. Visit the various points of interest in the Tepeyac area surrounding the Basilica, each associated with the story of the apparitions of Our Lady. We will see the original chapel on the exact site of the apparitions to Juan Diego (Capilla del Cerrito) and the Old Basilica completed in 1709. One special stop is La Capilla del Pocito (Chapel of the Little Well) – a well that opened under the feet of the Virgin. We will join the other pilgrims as we kneel in front of the “Tilma”, where Our Lady’s image was miraculously imprinted. Following this visit, we will make our way to San Juan Teotihuacan, this site was chosen to be the center of the universe, and from then on, it became a prominent political and religious center from the second century until the ninth century. While in San Juan Teotihuacan, we will enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant, followed by a guided tour of the Archaeological zone. View the pyramids of the Sun and Moon and learn how the Aztecs used to work the obsidian stone and the multiple uses of the Maguey Plant. Our fun-filled busy day will culminate with a dinner and an overnight at our hotel.
Day 3, Sun, Dec 10: Blessed Miguel Pro in Mexico City - Viva Cristo Rey!
This morning, our day will begin with breakfast, followed by Mass at the Holy Family Church, where we will view the tomb of Fr. Miguel Agustin Pro, the Jesuit martyr. In a time of great religious persecution, Fr. Pro was exiled from Mexico during the Mexican Revolution. However, he returned to Mexico and was aided by a secret ministry who helped him hide from authorities. During his time in Mexico, he assisted many individuals in their spiritual, as well as temporal, needs. He was eventually discovered, arrested, and killed by authorities. Pray to this great martyr who remained filled with the joy of serving Our Lord even in the midst of very difficult times. We will also visit the small but very inspiring Museum dedicated in honor of Father Pro. After this visit, we will tour the oldest and largest Cathedral in all of Latin America, the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven. We will be overwhelmed by the stunning paintings, altar pieces, and statues. Continue the day with a visit to the Plaza of Santo Domingo. This plaza contains two Holy places that are architecturally exquisite; the Church of Santo Domingo, the first church built by the Dominicans in 1576 and; the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary, the first Rosary Shrine in Mexico. Return to our hotel for dinner and rest before the next day of activities.
Day 4, Mon, Dec 11: Excursion to Puebla
A fun-filled day is ahead of us. Enjoy a spectacular drive to what is known as Mexico’s most beautify city – Puebla. On our ride, we will climb to over 10,000 feet above sea level, and view two magnificent peaks; one that is covered with snow and the other that is an active volcano. On our sightseeing tour we will visit: the Cathedral dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, a treasure of colonial art, the Church of St. Dominic to admire the Chapel of Our Lady of the Rosary built in 1690. This is an outstanding example of Mexican Baroque, with dazzling use of gilded stucco and onyx stonework. The Church of St. Francis of Assisi, where we will view the incorrupt body of Blessed Sebastian of Aparicio and time for shopping at the local Parian market with its colorful, glazed pottery. Enjoy a typical poblano lunch and Mole tasting, served at a local restaurant. Return to Mexico City for dinner and an overnight.
Day 5, Tue, Dec 12: Church of Tulpetlac - Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe
After breakfast, transfer to the Church of the 5th Apparition, where the Blessed Virgin Maria de Guadalupe appeared to Juan Bernardino, Juan Diego’s uncle. Here we can find a well of healing water which locals drink from. Next, a return visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe to attend Mass, and bid farewell to Mary the Mother of God. Free time in the afternoon before dinner out with Mariachis entertainment and our last overnight in Mexico.
Day 6: December 13: Return Home
This morning, transfer to the airport for your return flight(s) home. You will say farewell to friends and a pilgrimage that will last in your memory for years to come.
*206 Tours Disclaimer:Occasionally local religious and national holidays, weather, traffic conditions and other events may necessitate changes in the sequence of events or the missing of certain events/places. Though every effort will be made to follow the itinerary, it should be considered as an indication, rather than a contract of events and places to be visited.
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*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
To register for a pilgrimage please contact:
Mike Milano from M and M Travel
1-800-773-2660 or [email protected]
M and M Travel, P.O. Box 1341, Patchogue, NY 11772
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
To register for a pilgrimage please contact:
Mike Milano from M and M Travel
1-800-773-2660 or [email protected]
M and M Travel, P.O. Box 1341, Patchogue, NY 11772
About your trip
- Mexico City
- Guadalupe
- Tlaxcala
- Puebla
- Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe
- Coyoacan
Our Lady of Guadalupe - Patroness of the Americas! Within the Basilica, you will see every national flag of the Americas - depicting Mary's love for all of the Western world. Her physical appearance foreshadows the growing exploration and explosion of Catholicism in the New World. Gaze at the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Juan Diego's tilma will bring tears to your eyes.
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We promise to do all within our power to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. Please feel free to contact us, please note should any problems arise during your trip you should first contact your local emergency contact in your destination country or the 206 Tours.
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