pilgrimage to italy, greece & turkey with fr. waldemar podlasz
pilgrimage to italy, greece & turkey with fr. waldemar podlasz
$6,690
CAD
$6,690 CAD | 16 days
Tab 1
Day
Location
Details
November 4
Departure from Canada
Afternoon departure from Ottawa to Rome
November 5
Rome
Morning arrival in Rome. Upon arrival we are transferred to San Giovanni Rotondo, the city of St. Padre Pio. Dinner and overnight
November 6
Rome
We start our day with Mass at the Church where Padre Pio said Mass most of his days, and then we visit His tomb and the museum. Afternoon we depart for Monte de San Angelo, the oldest shrine in Europe dedicated to the archangel Michael. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight
November 7
Bari
This morning, we are transferred to Bari and board MSC Fantasia on a 9-night cruise. Mass, dinner and overnight on board
November 8
Trieste
Today we arrive in the city of Trieste. Our tour takes us to Molo Audace and Canale Grande. Mass and some free time before returning to our ship. Dinner and overnight
November 9
Full day cruising
Full day cruising. We relax and enjoy all the ship has to offer including great dining, then Mass and nightly entertainment
November 10
Kataklon
This morning, we arrive in Kataklon in Greece and embark on a tour of Olympia, the archeological site located where ancient Olympic games were taking place almost 3000 years ago. Some free time for leisure before returning to our ship for Mass, dinner and overnight
November 11
Athens
Upon arrival in Piraeus we visit Athens, the capital of Greece and the foundation of democracy. We visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Erectheum and view Athens atop Mars Hill where St. Paul once stood. We continue to the House of Parliament, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Olympic Stadium, and Presidential Palace. Mass before returning to our cruise ship for dinner and overnight
November 12
Kusadasi
Today we arrive at Kusadasi in Turkey. We are transferred to Ephesus, where the first of Seven Churches was located and where St. Paul lived for some years. We enter through Magnesian Gate and discover numerous monuments such as the Forum, the Odeon, the Library of Celsus, the thermal baths of Scolastica and the Great Theater of Antiquity. We visit the house of Mary, where she was brought after the death of Christ. Mass, dinner and overnight on the cruise ship
November 13
Istanbul
Morning arrival in Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey, one of the most coveted cities in the world. We will visit Hagia Sophia built in Byzantine times, Hippodrome square, Grand Bazaar and more. After Mass we return to our cruise ship for dinner and overnight
November 14
Full day at the sea
Full day at the sea. Time to relax and cherish the memories of visited places. Mass, dinner and overnight onboard
November 15
Corfu
Today we arrive on the island of Corfu. Our tour will include ancient Kerkyra with ruin of Paleopolis church, old Venetian fortress and the famous Esplanade. Mass before returning to our cruise ship for dinner and overnight
November 16
Bari , Rome
After morning arrival in Bari in Italy, we travel by bus to Rome. En route we stop in Pompei to visit the archeological site of volcanic eruption in 79 AD. Upon arrival in Rome Mass, dinner and overnight
November 17
Rome
This morning, we visit the Basilica of St. Peter. Continue on a walking tour of Rome to include Plaza Navona, Patheon and Trevi fountain. Mass and some free time before returning to out hotel for dinner and overnight
November 18
Rome
This morning, we attend the Audience with the Holy Father. Afternoon free time for own exploration and leisure. Mass, farewell dinner and overnight
November 19
Departure to Canada
After breakfast morning we are transferred to the airport for a flight to Ottawa. Evening arrival
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
If you have selected cheque as payment method, please make sure to mail to International Heritage Tours at 7117 Bathurst St, suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
COST $6,690.00 INCLUDES:
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
If you have selected cheque as payment method, please make sure to mail to International Heritage Tours at 7117 Bathurst St, suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
COST $6,690.00 INCLUDES:
- air transportation from Ottawa (unless specified otherwise), incl. all taxes and surcharges,
- inside cabins (limited supply), based on double occupancy. Add for: ocean view $240 pp, balcony 510 pp extra. Single supplement: inside cabin: $1900, ocean view $2100, balcony 2400.
- 3 meals daily while on the ship, breakfast and dinner in hotels and on overland tours.
- all sightseeing as per itinerary with English speaking guide – all tips in restaurants and hotels.
- tips to bus drivers and guides on land tours
NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST OF THE TOUR:
HOW TO BOOK:
Please call, book online or send the registration form printed below. A non-refundable deposit of $500.00 pp required at time of booking. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking. Second deposit of $2000.00 by June 30, 2026
PAYMENT:
Please send e-transfers to: [email protected]
Please put the code 'DK3109' in the notes for us to match the payment.
You may also pay by credit card or personal cheque payable to: International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
BALANCE OF PAYMENT:
Balance due is payable by September 4, 2026
For late bookings (after Sep. 4, 2026) full payment is due immediately.
CANCELLATION:
If cancellation is necessary, please immediately advise IHT in writing. Cancellation charges are as follows:
IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING:
A $150.00 administration charge will be applied for changes you make to your booking outside the 60 days to departure period. Please note that name changes are not allowed, and such will be treated as cancellations
If you have any questions regarding this tour, please contact:
Stan– ext. 339 or [email protected]
Alex – ext. 317 [email protected]
Rymma – ext. 338 [email protected]
- meals not specified, Insurance, documentation.
- tips on the ship – $160 pp to be paid with the final payment.
HOW TO BOOK:
Please call, book online or send the registration form printed below. A non-refundable deposit of $500.00 pp required at time of booking. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking. Second deposit of $2000.00 by June 30, 2026
PAYMENT:
Please send e-transfers to: [email protected]
Please put the code 'DK3109' in the notes for us to match the payment.
You may also pay by credit card or personal cheque payable to: International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
BALANCE OF PAYMENT:
Balance due is payable by September 4, 2026
For late bookings (after Sep. 4, 2026) full payment is due immediately.
CANCELLATION:
If cancellation is necessary, please immediately advise IHT in writing. Cancellation charges are as follows:
- before June 30, 2026 - $500.00 per person
- between June 30, 2026 and Sep. 4, 2026 - $2500 pp
- after Sep. 4, 2026 - 100% of the total cost
IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING:
A $150.00 administration charge will be applied for changes you make to your booking outside the 60 days to departure period. Please note that name changes are not allowed, and such will be treated as cancellations
If you have any questions regarding this tour, please contact:
Stan– ext. 339 or [email protected]
Alex – ext. 317 [email protected]
Rymma – ext. 338 [email protected]
**THE ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY VARY IN THE ORDER YOU VISIT**
