JUBILEE PILGRIMAGE TO THE NETHERLANDS, BELGIUM, GERMANY, FRANCE, SWITZERLAND & ITALY

Itinerary

Day 1 August 16 Depart Toronto to Amsterdam

Day 2 August 17 Arrival in Amsterdam, capital of Holland. Amsterdam is known as Venice of the North, because of its lovely canals that criss-cross the city, its impressive architecture and more than 1,500 bridges. Tour of the city takes us to National Monument and Basilica of St Nicholas (photo stop from outside only). Also, boat cruise on Amsterdam’s canals. Mass in one of Amsterdam’s churches. Dinner and overnight in Amsterdam area.

Day 3 August 18 After breakfast we leave Amsterdam and travel to Cologne, En route stop at Kevelaer, Germany, the largest Catholic pilgrimage location within north-western Europe. Upon arrival in Cologne, Germany, we tour the city, enriched by some of Europe’s most striking churches, numerous museums, and one of the oldest universities in the world, Cologne is the Rhineland’s cultural heart. We will visit Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge, Roman Tower and Walls. Mass. Dinner and overnight.

Day 4 August 19 In the morning, travel to Aachen, one of Germany’s most important shrines, has immeasurable treasures for the Christian World. Visit the Aachen Cathedral and the Gothic Marian Shrine housing the swaddling clothes of Jesus, the loin cloth of the Lord, the cloth for John the Baptist’s head and the Blessed Virgina’s Cloak. Mass. Continue to Banneux, the most popular pilgrimage destination in Belgium. Virgin Mary appeared here eight times in 1933 to 11 years old Mariette Beco. We enjoy city walking tour and visit to the Shrine of Virgin of Poor. Dinner and overnight in Trier area.

Day 5 August 20 After breakfast, short city tour in Trier, Germany. The Cathedral of Trier was the first major church to be established in what is now Germany and is the oldest standing cathedral in Europe east of France. In 1986 the church was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as part of the Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St. Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier. Continue to Luxemburg city, the capital of The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, one of the smallest countries in Europe. We will see the Old Town, Cathedral of Notre Dame and the Grand Duke’s Palace (outside photo stop only). Dinner and overnight in Riems area.

Day 6 August 21 After morning mass at Riems Cathedral (to be confirmed), depart for Paris. Upon arrival panoramic tour of the city including famous landmarks: Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysees and Notre Dame Cathedral. Dinner and overnight in Paris.

Day 7 August 22 After breakfast, start with the visit to Miraculous Medal Church where Our Lady appeared to St. Catherine Laboure in 1830 and gave her instructions to have the Miraculous Medal made. Celebrate Mass in the Chapel, and venerate the incorrupt body of St. Catherine, as well as the heart of St. Vincent de Paul (to be confirmed). From there you will visit the nearby chapel of the Vincentian Fathers to view the incorrupt body of St. Vincent de Paul, the saint who inspired thousands of charities and volunteers. After lunch break in Montmartre area, visit to Sacre Coeur Church, charming village famous for many artists that lived there in XIX century. Dinner and overnight in Troyes area.

Day 8 August 23 Morning to leave for Switzerland for tour of Lausanne. The setting of Lausanne is very picturesque, the town is built on three hills surrounded by vineyard covered slopes, with Lake Geneva at its feet. We will enjoy a walking tour of Lausanne and have a photo stop at Lake Geneva. Dinner and overnight in Lausanne area.

Day 9 August 24 After breakfast, travel to Milan. Panoramic tour of Milan takes us to La Scala Opera House and Basilica Saint Ambrogio, one of the oldest churches in Milan. We will also visit the Duomo, one of the biggest and grandest Gothic cathedrals in the world. Dinner and overnight in Parma area.

[if the Real Shroud in Turin will display on August 24, 2025, the group will visit Turin instead of Milan]

Day 10 August 25 After breakfast, we continue through the Italian Riviera to Florence– cradle of the Renaissance and capital of Tuscany. Upon arrival we start our sightseeing tour of Florence. We see famous Ponte Vecchio and visit Santa Croce Basilica. Also, we pray inside magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore. Then, we will view (photo stop from outside only) Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery’s heavy bronze door “Gate of Paradise” and sculpture-studded Signoria Square with the statue of David by Michelangelo. Mass. Dinner and overnight in Florence.

Day 11 August 26 After breakfast, travel to Assisi, the town of St. Francis. After arrival we will visit: St. Francis Basilica including the Lower Basilica housing the tomb of St. Francis and the Upper Basilica with famous Giotto frescoes, illustrating scenes from St. Francis life. Mass. If timing permits, we will visit Parish Church of Saint Mary Major & Sanctuary of the Spogliazione Tomb of Carlo Acutis and Basilica of Santa Clara. Continue to Rome for dinner and overnight.

Day 12 August 27 Morning, transfer to Vatican for audience with Pope Francis. Lunch break, some free time by famous Trevi fountain. In the afternoon, visit Basilica of Saint Paul Outside The Walls. Mass. Dinner and overnight in Rome.

Day 13 August 28 After break, we start with visit to the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, world’s famous for Michelangelo’s ceiling paintings of the Last Judgment. Then we walk to St. Peter’s Square and have a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica. In the afternoon we visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and St John in Lateran. Mass. Dinner and overnight in Rome.

Day 14 August 29 Today our tour comes to an end and we travel back direct from Rome to Toronto.

TOUR COST CAD$5,990.00 INCLUDES:

– Air transportation – hotel accommodation first class or superior tourist class based on double occupancy
– All taxes and tips
– 2 meals breakfast and dinner daily
– All sightseeing as per itinerary with English speaking guide

NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR:
– Single supplement $1,100.
– Meals not specified, insurance, documentation

HOW TO BOOK:
A non refundable deposit of $300.00 per person is required at time of booking. Insurance with premium(if desired) must be purchased at the time of booking.

BALANCE OF PAYMENT
Balance due is payable 105 days prior to departure
For late bookings /within 105 days/ full payment is due immediately.

CANCELLATION:
If cancellation is necessary, please advise QS Travel & Tours immediately in writing. Cancellation charges are as follows:
105 days before departure ………………………………………………..$300.00 per person
Between 105 and 61 days before departure …………………… 40% of the total cost
Between 60 and 46 days before departure ……..………………. 60% of the total cost
45 days or less ……………………………………………………………….. 100% of the total cost

IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING:
A $25 administration charge will be applied for changes you make to your booking outside the 90 days to departure period. Please note name changes are not allowed and such will be treated as cancellations.

IF QS TRAVEL & TOURS CHANGES YOUR BOOKING:
QS Travel & Tours will advise you of any change we feel significantly alters the holiday which you have purchased from us. Occasionally, changes might occur close to departure time. In such cases, you will be notified as early as possible. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the local tour operator may have to make last minute changes in hotel or schedule. In case the standard of the accommodation is changed, QS Travel & Tours will offer the choice of a full and immediate refund or comparable alternate travel services acceptable to you.

UNUSED SERVICES:
No refund or adjustment can be made for any portion of holiday not used.

GOOD VALUE AND EXPECTATIONS:
The Ministry of Consumer Relations requires that Ontarians traveling abroad be advised that they may encounter different living standards and practices than those at home.

FLIGHT CONNECTIONS:
In the event of a change in our flight times, with or without notice, we cannot accept responsibility for any special connecting fares which you might purchase and which cannot be changed without penalty.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION:
A valid Canadian passport is required for all visits outside of Canada. It is the sole responsibility of the passenger to ensure proper and valid documentation. Failure to provide valid documentation may result in denied boarding of the aircraft and cancellation of your flight arrangements without refund. If you are holding a passport other than Canadian, please contact QS Travel & Tours to determine whether or not a visa is required for entry into the country you will be visiting.

BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
One piece of luggage of 23kg per person plus a carry-on-bag /weighting not more than 5 kg/

FLIGHT TIMES
All flight times are subject to change with or without prior notice to the passengers or his/her agent. QS Travel & Tours does not accept liability for missed connection or any expenses resulting from an off-schedule, rescheduled or late flight operations.

PRICES
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LIABILITY
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INSURANCE 
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