pilgrimage to italy & england
$3,900 CAD | 10 days
Tab 1
Day
Location
Details
October 11
Departure for Rome
Evening departure from Toronto to Rome.
October 12
Rome
Late morning arrival in Rome. Transfer to our hotel, Mass, dinner and overnight. Time and availability permitting a visit to a conference on St. J. H. Newman at the Angelicum University.
October 13
Rome
Today we participate in the canonization ceremony at St. Peter’s Square. Afternoon free time for leisure, Mass, dinner and overnight.
October 14
Rome / Assisi
This morning we celebrate Thanksgiving Mass at Chiesa Nuova where St. Philip Neri, the founder of the Oratory, is buried. After lunch we travel to Assisi, the city of St. Francis. We visit the upper and lower basilica of St. Francis. Dinner and overnight.
October 15
Assisi / Rome / London
After breakfast we visit and celebrate Mass at the church of St. Maria degli Angeli with a chapel built by St. Francis (Porziuncola). Afternoon we travel to Rome for a flight to London. Dinner and overnight.
October 16
London
Today we visit Brompton Oratory for Mass and tour. We will also visit the birthplace of Newman at 60 Threadneedle Street as well as his childhood homes at 17 Southhampton Place and at Grey Court, Ham Street, Richmond upon Thames. Dinner and overnight
October 17
London / Oxford
Today our panoramic tour of London will include Trafalgar Square, Parliament, Kensington Palace, Tower of London and London Bridge and Buckingham Palace. We visit the Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Cathedral. Afternoon we travel to Oxford. We celebrate Mass in Littlemore where J. H. Newman became Catholic. Dinner and overnight.
October 18
Oxford / Birmingham
This morning we visit other sites in Oxford related to life and work of J. H. Newman – Oriel College, Trinity College, Oxford Oratory, St. Mary the Virgin Church. We will also see the Eagle & Child Pub and Willington Square. Afternoon we move on to Birmingham, a city where St. J. H. Newman spent half of his life. Dinner and overnight.
October 19
Edgbaston / Rednal
After breakfast we visit the Oratory in Edgbaston and the original rooms of St. J. H. Newman. After Mass at the Oratory we visit Rednal, a country house where J. H. Newman was buried and Maryvale, his one-time home. Dinner and overnight.
October 20
Return to Toronto
After morning Mass we are transferred to the airport in London for a flight to Toronto Late afternoon arrival.
What is the deadline for registration?
There is no deadline. We accept registration on a “first-come-first serve” basis. There is always a limited number of spaces available and as soon as we sell them – the group is completed. To avoid disappointment please register as soon as you decide.
When is the final payment?
Usually it is 60 days before departure, but there are some exceptions for non-standard tours. Your invoice will indicate clearly when your payments are due.
What happens with my deposit when you cancel a group?
In a very unlike situation when we have to cancel a group for reasons out of our control, your deposit is protected and fully refundable. When you cancel on your own please make sure that your non-refundable deposit is protected by your own insurance.
Can I request a specific seat on a flight?
For the group reservations the airlines don't give us an option of selecting specific seats. When your ticket is issued your seat is guaranteed, but usually not printed on the e-ticket. However, you can always check-in online 24 hours before departure and change your seat based on availability.
Tell me which hotels we will be staying?
We always book best, first-class hotels. We frequently check them for best quality. Hotels are confirmed about two months before departure and we will give you all details in the final itinerary
I'm traveling alone & don't have a roommate. What should I do?
Please register ASAP. We will take a note of your request and will try to match you with another passenger willing to share. Other options are single room (with a supplement) or forming a triple room if you know another two people willing to share.
I have several food allergies. Can I request a special menu?
Please let us know about your food restrictions. We will order special meals for your flights, if available. All breakfasts and some dinners at the destinations are buffets, so you can select food by yourself. The restaurants at the destinations will do their best to offer you individual alternate to standard set menus for the group. You will need to communicate your needs through tour leaders.
What is eTA? Does it apply to me?
If you are Canadian or US citizen – no need to worry. It applies to citizens of other countries. They will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to fly to or transit through Canada. Be prepared: Apply for an eTA before you book your flight to Canada. Most applicants get approved within minutes. However, some applications can take several days to process so don’t wait until the last minute. Apply and get help at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta-start-int.asp
**THE ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY VARY IN THE ORDER YOU VISIT**