pilgrimage to cathedrals, basilicas and chateaux of france, belgium and the netherlands
pilgrimage to cathedrals, basilicas and chateaux of france, belgium and the netherlands
$4,190
CAD
$4,190 CAD | 11 days
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Day
Location
Details
September 12
Departure from Canada
Evening departure from Toronto to Amsterdam.
September 13
Amsterdam
Morning arrival in Amsterdam. Upon arrival we have a panoramic tour of the main sights of Amsterdam: a maze of canals, Oude Kerk, Dam square, Merude brug and more. Mass in one of the local churches, dinner and overnight.
September 14
Brussels - Bruges
Today we travel to Bruges in Belgium. En route we stop in Brussels, the capital city of Belgium and European Union. Our tour takes us to the Grand Place, the city’s main square, the Hotel de Ville and the Palace of Justice. Mass in Brussels’ Cathedral. Continue to Bruges for dinner and overnight.
September 15
Bruges
Full day in fascinating Bruges. Our sightseeing tour takes us to the beautifully preserved old town with its Cathedral, old canals and bridges, Market Square, City Hall and church of Our Lady where we celebrate Mass. Afternoon free time for leisure, dinner and overnight.
September 16
Rouen - Honfleur - Lisieux
Today we travel to Lisieux, city of St. Thérèse, "The Little Flower”. En route we stop in Rouen, its skyline dominated by the spires of magnificent Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral, a city where Anglo-Normal dynasties ruled and where Joan d’Arc was put to death. Continue to picturesque Honfleur and its old harbor, a subject for artists including Claude Monet. Dinner and overnight in Lisieux.
September 17
Lisieux
This morning we visit the Basilica dedicated to St. Thérèse and celebrate Mass there. Afternoon we travel to Mont St. Michel for dinner and overnight.
September 18
Mont St Michel - Vitre, Chateau d'Amboise - Tours
After breakfast we tour Mont St. Michel and ancient strategic fortifications of this island-town, the monastery and medieval buildings. Continue to Vitre, known for its castle, charming old streets and restored half-timbered houses where we celebrate Mass. Continue to visit the Chateau d'Amboise, a favored royal residence of French kings where also Leonardo da Vinci is buried. Dinner and overnight in Tours.
September 19
Chateau Country - Loire river
This morning we continue to explore the Chateau Country along Loire river. We view the Château de Chenonceau, one of the best-known châteaux of the Loire valley. Afternoon a guided tour of Tours, a city of St. Martin of Tours. Mass, dinner and overnight in Tours.
September 20
Chartres - Paris
Today we depart to Paris. En route we visit the city of Chartres with its magnificent Gothic cathedral where we celebrate Mass. Continue to Paris, some free time for leisure and overnight.
September 21
Paris
Today we have a sightseeing tour of Paris incl. Eiffel Tower, Place de La Concorde and Champs-Élysées. We visit Notre Dame Cathedral and Miraculous Medal chapel where we celebrate Mass. Afternoon some free time for leisure. Dinner and overnight.
September 22
Return to Canada
After breakfast, depart to CDG airport for a direct flight to Toronto
LISTED COST ($ 4,190.00) INCLUDES:
Please call, book online or send registration form . A non-refundable deposit of $300.00 per person is required at time of booking. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking.
BALANCE OF PAYMENT:
Balance due is payable 60 pays prior to departure
For late bookings (within 60 days) full payment is due immediately.
- transportation from Toronto (unless specified otherwise), incl. airport taxes and surcharges
- hotel accommodation first class or superior tourist class based on double occupancy – single room supplement is $850
- 2 meals daily (breakfast and dinner)
- all sightseeing as per itinerary with English speaking guide,
- tips to drivers, guides, restaurants, hotels,
Please call, book online or send registration form . A non-refundable deposit of $300.00 per person is required at time of booking. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking.
BALANCE OF PAYMENT:
Balance due is payable 60 pays prior to departure
For late bookings (within 60 days) full payment is due immediately.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST OF THE TOUR:
- meals not specified, insurance, documentation.
**THE ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY VARY IN THE ORDER YOU VISIT**