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JAAP7 - 27 Days - 14 May 2026.

East & West European Marian Pilgrimage

Countries & Places to visit while on this Journey.
PORTUGAL: Fatima
CZECHIA: Prague
HUNGARY: Budapest
SLOVAKIA: Bratislava
AUSTRIA: Vienna – Salzburg
HERZEGOVINA: Medjugorje
FRANCE: Paris, Nevers, Lourdes
POLAND: Krakow Divine Mercy - Czestochowa – Wadowice
SPAIN: Avila - Santiago de Compostela - Azpeitia – Zaragoza
VATICAN & ITALY: Rome - San Giovanni Rotondo – Lanciano - Assisi – Padua
Guided City Tour in Rome, San Giovanni Rotondo, Assisi, Padua, Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela, Prague, Medjugorje, Krakow, Jasna Gora Sanctuary, Bratislava, Salzburg, Vienna, Fatima and Video Guide Show at Lanciano & Audio Guide in Azpeitia and one night onboard the Ship.

Departure to Paris (On-board the flight - vis transit stopover)
Upon arrival, followed by City tour of Paris with the visit to the Eiffel Tower from (Second level) and then continue the city tour and the St Catherine Laboure whose guardian angel led her to the chapel where the Blessed Virgin displayed a vision of the miraculous medal and later the green scapular. Also Visit Shrine of St Vincent De Paul and then we visit the most beautiful and important churches in the world such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the L’Arc de Triomphe, and drive through the Champs Elysees, here we enjoy the other sights on this mostly panoramic tour of Paris Visit: Chapel of Our Lady of Graces of the Miraculous Medal, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Catherine Laboure, St. Louise de Marillac) Eiffel Tower and then to stay.
After breakfast, we transfer to Nevers for the visit St. Bernadette tomb and then to Lourdes en-route enjoy the breathtaking beautiful surroundings on the journey becomes more serene and meaningful when we have prayers in our hearts, seek the blessings of our Holy MOTHER with sincere prayers and faith that she may Intercede with her SON our LORD to grant our wishes and upon arrival to Lourdes
After breakfast followed by the walking tour of Lourdes, the small Pyrenees village of Lourdes and its imposing basilica that attracts millions of Pilgrims annually. This is the site where, in 1858, a young peasant girl, Bernadette Soubirous, had several appearances of Virgin Mary. Also we visit Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine and the St. Bernadette’s Birthplace and family home. A visit to this Church affords the opportunity to wander an immense CATHEDRAL, but also to see the actual cave where a young girl claimed she spoke to the Virgin Mary and where an endless a stream of visitors come in search of a spiritual experience or miraculous healing. The Catholic Church has acknowledged dozens of miracles from this spot, here we all can experience the Holy water services and later in the evening at 5:00 PM, the Blessed Sacrament Procession, later prayers and night join the memorable rosary along the Candle light Procession, back to hotel, stay.
Note: Sanctuary of Our Lady of LOURDES, will be able to participate At 5:00 PM the Blessed Sacrament Procession & at 9:00 PM Pilgrims Candle light Procession.
After Breakfast Day at Lourdes, all the Pilgrims will get an extra day for their private visits later Way of the Cross, Confessions, rest of the day can visit nearby places in Lourdes, later in the evening at 5:00 PM, the Blessed Sacrament Procession, later prayers and night join the memorable rosary along the Candle light Procession, back to hotel, stay. Note: Sanctuary of Our Lady of LOURDES, will be able to participate At 5:00 PM the Blessed Sacrament Procession & at 9:00 PM Pilgrims Candle light Procession.
After an early breakfast we transfer to visit the Holy House of St. Ignatius of Loyola-Azpeitia (Holy House), the Basilica and later we proceed to Lourdes through the Peña Sagra mountain range in the autonomous community of Cantabria, en-route enjoy the breathtaking beautiful surroundings on the journey becomes more serene and meaningful when we have prayers in our hearts, seek the blessings of our Holy MOTHER with sincere prayers and faith that she may Intercede with her SON our LORD to grant our wishes and upon arrival to Ponferrada / Lugo, stay.
After breakfast we transfer to Santiago de Compostela to visit the Cathedral of St. James, one of the finest examples of architecture in all of Europe. Pilgrims have the opportunity to climb the stairs behind the altar to visit the crypt where the relics of St. James are preserved, touch the central pillar (Portico de La Gloria), view the botafumeiro and admire the wealth of medieval art inside the Cathedral, before visiting the cloister museum and enjoy a walk through the beautiful streets of Santiago de Compostela, the city of the apostle, full of historical buildings and other attractions and then to Fatima, followed by the Candlelight procession and stay.
After breakfast walking Pilgrimage in Fatima, Six times from May to Oct in 1917 the Virgin Mary appeared to three novices belonging to the diocese of Leiria. A new big basilica however just as beautiful as older basilica was constructed here in 1928 and millions of pilgrims visit this each year. Fatima is one of the most visited holy places by Catholics from around the world. The atmosphere of intense spirituality and the importance of Fatima have been attested to by the visits of two Popes: Paul VI and John Paul II. Touring Fatima, see the Little Chapel of the Apparitions, Basilica, the site of Francesco and Jacintas graves, the Hamlet of Aljustrel, where the children lived and Valinhos, the site of Our Lady’s appearance after the children’s return from prison. Follow the Stations of the Cross along the Via Sacra (The Sacred Way) culminating in the Chapel of Calvary, which overlooks all of Fatima, and after dinner join evening’s memorable rosary and Candle light Procession, hotel, stay.
After early breakfast we transfer to Avila, to visit St. Teresa of Avila Sanctuary and then to Zaragoza, stay.
After Breakfast, we visit Zaragoza to visit The Seo del Salvador is one of the two cathedrals in Zaragoza, along with the Basilica del Pilar. It is a place with a long history that dates back to Roman times, when the forum of Caesaraugusta was located on this same site. Later, this was also the location of the Great Mosque of Saraqusta, whose minaret still partially survives in the current tower. The Seo as we know it began its construction in the 12th century, integrating the Romanesque style. It was subject to reforms and extensions until 1704, when the baroque spire that crowns the tower was placed and in 1788 the sculptures representing the cardinal virtues were added to it The Holy Chapel of Our Lady of the Pillar is, in fact, a small temple within a larger temple, the Basilica. All its architecture is the work of Ventura Rogdríguez, who was also the decorator of the Chapel of the Royal Palace in Madrid. The whole is a harmonious ensemble of columns, medallions and decorative panels, an excellent example of Spanish Baroque and then to Crystal Rosary, after the visit we transfer to Narbonne, stay.
After breakfast we transfer to Padua en-route enjoy the breathtaking beautiful surroundings on the journey becomes more serene and meaningful when we have prayers in our hearts, seek the blessings of our Holy MOTHER with sincere prayers and faith that she may Intercede with her SON our LORD to grant our wishes and upon arrival into Padova, stay.
After breakfast followed by the guided visit of Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua, the child Jesus-or a lily-or a book-or all three-in his arms. Many people give alms to St. Anthony Bread in thanksgiving to God for blessings received through the prayers of St. Anthony. St. Anthony of Padua’s life is what every Christian’s life is meant to be; a steady courage to face the ups and downs of life, the call to love and forgive, to be concerned for the needs of others, to deal with crisis great and small and to have our feet solidly on the ground of total trusting love and dependence on God. The Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua is a large red-brick building with numerous bulbous domes and has some fantastic murals and mosaics about his life and the centrepiece is his tomb. Pilgrims are allowed to go around the back of his tomb and touch it, later we transfer to San Giovanni and stay.
After breakfast we continue to the visit to the Sanctuary of Padre Pio the guided visit of St. Mary our Lady of Grace & Shrine of St. Padre Pio in San Giovanni (Tomb) Later we proceed to Lanciano, site of the Miracle of the Holy Eucharistic. The church of the Eucharistic Miracle is located in the center of the town Lanciano is a small, medieval town, nestled in from the coast of the Adriatic Sea in Italy, halfway between San Giovanni Rotondo and Loreto. But what is the center of the town today was the outskirts of the town back in the Eighth Century, when the Eucharistic Miracle occurred. A more physical sign, however, was that Longinus had had poor eyesight, and after having touched his eyes with the water and blood from on the side of Jesus, his eyesight was restored. What a perfect parallel the actions of the Centurion went to the Eucharistic Miracle. He touched the Heart of Jesus, was healed, and converted. He gave up the Army, went to Cappadocia, and was martyred for the faith. He is known now as Saint Longinus and then to Rome, stay.
After breakfast we proceed to the Papal Audience followed by the guided visit Santa Maria Maggiore, Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs St. Paul Outside The Walls in Rome, Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem at Rome, St. John Lateran first Catholic Church, followed by the city tour of Rome, stay
After breakfast we visit the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel. St. Peter's Basilica and then to the Assisi followed by the guided visit at the Basilica of St. Francis & St. Clare of Assisi, both the tomb - Assisi visit this “quiet medieval town, imbued with the mystical spirit of one of the most fascinating characters of history and the also the visit to St. Carlo Acutes and then to the hotel stay.
After breakfast, will transfer to Ancona to board the Ship to Split, stay on-board the ship.
After breakfast, upon arrival, transfer to Medjugorje, en-route enjoy the breathtaking beautiful surroundings on the journey becomes more serene and meaningful, arrive Medjugorje, stay.
After breakfast we visit the St. James Parish Church of Medjugorje, consecrated in 1969, as the focus of worship and prayer for both the local parish and visiting pilgrims. A marble statue of the Queen of Peace, which became a symbol of the Medjugorje Shrine, was erected in 1987 at the square in front of the church. The Adoration Chapel was built in 1992 as a place for private prayer and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The Shrine also includes various prayer areas, a meeting hall for pilgrims, a cemetery, a gift shop, a first aid station, and an information booth and then we will climb to the hill of Crnica above the hamlet of Podbrdo – known as the Hill of the Apparitions, to pray at “Blue Cross”, which is a very special place at the base of Apparition Hill where the visionaries would meet in the early days of the apparitions to avoid the Communist police. In the afternoon you can visit the Cenacolo Community, a drug rehabilitation centre for young people, which uses prayer, fasting and physical work to heal young people from their addictions. You will hear an inspiring personal witness by one of the addicts. Evening back to Church followed by the Rosary and Holy Mass and stay.
After breakfast, transfer to Medjugorje for the visit of Mount Krizevac – the Hill of the Cross (those who are interested can climb the Mountain the stony path and follow the Way of the Cross to the summit, where you arrive as dawn breaks. This is an unforgettable experience reflecting the difficulties of our life’s journey culminating in our arrival at the foot of the cross bathed in the light of the Resurrection and the rest of the day at leisure, back to Church followed by the Rosary and Holy Mass.
After breakfast, transfer to Budapest, en-route enjoy the breathtaking beautiful surroundings on the journey becomes more serene and meaningful, Upon arrival at hotel, stay.
After breakfast we visit the Heroes Square and City Park followed by the short city tour of Budapest. We will pass by the famous Opera House on the magnificent Andrassy Avenue and take an inside visit at St. Stephen Basilica, later we continue our trip with Citadel panoramic view stop on the top of Gellert Mountain followed by the historical Buda Castle, on Castle Hill, which was founded in the 13th century after the Mongol invasion and today the Castle, often referred to as the Royal Palace (Budavári Palota), is the home to a number of cultural institutions, including the National Gallery and the Budapest History Museum, then to Krakow, stay.
After breakfast we visit the Shrine of the Divine Mercy, Sanctuary in Krakow, Poland is a Roman Catholic basilica dedicated to the Divine Mercy devotion, as the resting place of Saint Faustina Kowalska, canonized on April 30, 2000 Divine Mercy St. Faustina Sanctuary. Digan reported that while praying at Faustina’s tomb she heard a voice saying “ask for my help and I will help you” and her constant pain stopped, later After breakfast, we visit Wadowice – the town where St. John Paul II spent his childhood. In his family home, where he was born and spent 18 years of his life, there is a Museum dedicated to John Paul II. It shows the whole life of the Pope and different objects collected by this institution that belonged to Karol Wojtyła and his family and then to the Salt mine of Wieliczka located in the town of Wieliczka in southern Poland, which lies within the Krakow metropolitan area. The mine, built in the 13th century, produced table salt continuously until 2007, as one of the world’s oldest salt mines still in operation. The mine’s attractions include dozens of statues, three chapels and an entire cathedral that has been carved out of the rock salt by the miners. The oldest sculptures are augmented by the new carvings by contemporary artists. The mine is one of Poland’s official national Historic Monuments, back to hotel stay.
After early breakfast, we transfer to Częstochowa to visit the Jasna Góra Sanctuary – the Pauline cloister with the most venerated image in Poland of the Black Madonna. The Sanctuary was built in the 14th century and from the beginning it houses the image, which according to the tradition was painted by St. Lucas on the tabletop from the house of the Holy Family. Our Lady of Czestochowa (Black Madonna) is believed to be the Queen and the Protector of Poland. Every year several million pilgrims – commoners as well as celebrities – come here to pray before the miraculous picture of Our Lady of Czestochowa. The faithful have believed for ages that St. Luke the Evangelist himself painted the divine icon on a tabletop from the Holy Family’s house. Over the last half-millennium a great number of them had their prayers heard and, grateful, left innumerable votive offerings displayed in the sanctuary. Chapel with Miraculous Painting of the Black Madonna, The Basilica, and The Bell Tower that contains one or more bells or that is designed to hold bells, even if it has none. In the European tradition, such a tower most commonly serves as part of a church and contains church bells. Modern bell towers often contain carillons. The bell is rung to signify the time, to call people to worship, for special events such as weddings and funerals, or historically to sound a civil defence or fire alarm. Knight’s Hall, and then to Krakow and stay.
After breakfast transfer to Prague, upon arrival, we will start the city tour by walking, Prague Castle Area St. Vitus Cathedral, St. George Basilica, Golden lane, we can also see Archbishop Palace, President Palace, Lobkovic palace and Garden view too from outside, St. Nicholas Church, Infant Jesus Shrine, Charles Bridge, John Lennon Wall, Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock Tower with special mechanisms and dials to display astronomical, Our Lady of The Church Wenceslav Square, National Museum (just a view from the Square), later to hotel and stay.
After breakfast transfer from Prague to Salzburg, followed by the guided fascinating walk through the historic Old Town awaits, the city's most famous landmarks. The Mirabell Gardens, a renowned filming location from "The Sound of Music," is just one of many spots you’ll discover on your walk. It is here that Maria and the children filmed the iconic "Do-Re-Mi" scene, singing by the fountain and on the steps. We will also see the Pferdeschwemme and the Felsenreitschule, where Baron von Trapp sang the "Edelwei" song at the farewell. These places and their stories will transport you to the time of the movie's production, bringing the magic of the film to life. Another highlight of the tour is the visit to Mozart's birthplace in the historic Getreidegasse. This narrow, winding street still feels like it did in the 18th century, and it leads you to the place where the famous composer was born. A walk through this historic area offers a unique insight into the life of the musical genius. During your time in the Old Town, you will also discover other landmarks such as the impressive University Church, St. Peter’s Abbey, the Salzburg Cathedral, and the world-renowned Festival Hall, after the guided tour, free at leisure.
After breakfast transfer Bratislava, enroute we will try to drive along the Wachau valley of the River Danube, enjoy the Alpine scenery, pass by the village of Melk with the magnificent Melk Abbey, enjoy the beautiful view of the small Austrian villages like Melk village along the Danube River and upon arrival followed by the City tour of Bratislava the capital of Slovakia. The tour stops at Bratislava Castle. Cross the Danube and have a look at the new part of the city. Later, to the city center to see the historical buildings like the Old Town, St Martin’s Cathedral, known especially for previously being the coronation church of the Kingdom of Hungary, later to visit St Michael Tower bathed in lights.
After breakfast transfer to Vienna, followed by the half day city tour of Vienna the beautiful late Baroque style square; Kartner street, which is home to the many magnificent buildings designed by Austria’s most famous architects, later we drive to the center for a two hours city walk with the courtyards of the winter palace, the most interesting old town squares, St. Peter's Church and St. Stephans cathedral a symbol and most important monument of Vienna towers over the entire Old Town; the Belvedere Palace – the most beautiful palace complex Vienna and an outstanding example of Baroque style architecture in the world Vienna followed by the City tour-all the sights we can do with the bus like the Ringstrasse, with Opera house, Townhall, Imperial winter residence (Hofburg) the former winter residence of the imperial family, the national museums, the most famous monument, Saint Charles Church etc, then we walk around the beautiful gardens and up to the Gloriette at Schönbrunn and then followed transfer to the airport to take flight to Home.
Arrive Home.
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