pilgrimage to mexico
pilgrimage to mexico
$4,190
CAD
$4,190 CAD | 9 days
Tab 1
Day
Location
Details
October 19
Departure from Canada
Late morning departure from Victoria to Mexico City. Upon evening arrival, transfer to the hotel for overnight.
October 20
Guanajuato
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Guanajuato—a scenic journey with planned stops along the way. On arrival, free time for lunch. In the afternoon, guided city tour of Guanajuato, exploring its colorful streets, colonial architecture, and unique underground roads. A private Mass at the Basilica Colegiata de Nuestra Señora de Guanajuato. Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Guanajuato.
October 21
Mexico City - Our Lady of Guad
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Mexico City. Along the way stop at a roadside restaurant for an early lunch on your own. Continue to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of the Shrine and take time to reflect and pray in this sacred space. A private Mass will be celebrated at one of the chapels. Transfer to your hotel in Mexico City. Take time to relax before enjoying dinner at the hotel.
October 22
Mexico City
This morning, we begin our pilgrimage by visiting the Square of the Three Cultures and with city tour. We then proceed to the Old and New Basilicas of Our Lady of Guadalupe—one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world. Built near the site of the 1531 apparitions to St. Juan Diego, the basilicas are central to the spiritual heart of Mexico. We celebrate Mass and delve into the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Blessed Juan Diego. Dinner and overnight in Mexico City.
October 23
Teotihuacan / Puebla
After breakfast, we journey to Teotihuacan, home to the remarkable Pyramids of the Sun and Moon and the Pyramid of the Feathered Serpent—among the largest in the world. Lunch at a local restaurant (included). In the afternoon, we continue to Puebla, where we enjoy dinner and spend the night.
October 24
Puebla
Today we explore the colonial charm of Puebla. Visit the impressive Cathedral, the Dominican Cloister, and the stunning Rosary Chapel, where we celebrate Mass. We then visit Tonantzintla Church, a masterpiece of indigenous baroque style, and the Church of Cholula, built atop the Great Pyramid. Enjoy free time in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Puebla.
October 25
Taxco - “Silver City”
After breakfast, we transfer to Taxco, the famous “Silver City.” Discover the town’s rich silver-mining history and admire the beautiful baroque architecture of St. Priscilla and St. Sebastian Church, where we celebrate Mass. Dinner and overnight in Taxco.
October 26
Mexico City
After breakfast, we return to Mexico City for a farewell Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Time for personal prayer and leisure at the Basilica. Farewell dinner at the local restaurant before returning to the hotel for overnight.
October 27
Departure to Canada
Early morning transfer to the airport for our flight back to Victoria. Evening arrival.
LISTED COST ($4,190.00) INCLUDES:
- transportation from Victoria (unless specified otherwise), incl. airport taxes and surcharges. Land-only package (no flight included): CA$2780 pp
- hotel accommodation first class or superior tourist class based on double occupancy – single room supplement is CA$650
- 2 meals daily (breakfast and dinner)
- all sightseeing as per itinerary with an English-speaking guide, tips to drivers, guides, restaurants, hotels
NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST OF THE TOUR:
Balance due is payable 60 pays prior to departure
For late bookings (within 60 days) full payment is due immediately.
CANCELLATION:
If cancellation is necessary, please advise IHT immediately 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
- meals not specified, insurance, documentation
Balance due is payable 60 pays prior to departure
For late bookings (within 60 days) full payment is due immediately.
CANCELLATION:
If cancellation is necessary, please advise IHT immediately in writing. Cancellation charges are as follows:
- 60 days before departure or earlier - $300.00 per person
- between 60 and 45 days before departure – 50% of the total cost
- 45 days or less – 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
**THE ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY VARY IN THE ORDER YOU VISIT**
