Jubilee year of Mercy Pilgrimage to Poland

Poland
Warsaw | Czestochowa | Zakopane | Auschwitz | Krakow
Jubilee year of Mercy Pilgrimage to Poland
Accompanied by Steve and Janet Ray with Fr. Darrell Roman
& Teresa Tomeo
From August 13th to 22th, 2016
10 days & 8 nights
Join Steve and Janet Ray on a pilgrimage in the footsteps of Saint of Mercy: John Paul II, St-Faustina and St-Maximilian
Kolbe, during the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Let yourself be seduced by southern Poland and the former capital city of
Krakow. Located along the Vistula, Krakow is defined as the cradle of Polish culture and as the hometown of Blessed
John Paul II, a man of charismatic faith that has profoundly marked the history of Poland.
Gather in Czestochowa, the most important place of pilgrimage of Poland known for the miraculous icon of the Black
Virgin; visit Wadowice, the birthplace of Karol Wajtyla (Pope John Paul II); breathe the fresh air of the Tatras (the
Carpathians), these unique Polish mountains with an alpine character where Pope loved hiking and skiing. Other
iconic figures also participated in the Christian influence of this country including Saint Faustina who offered his life
for the salvation of the souls of sinners (Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy in Lagiewniki) and St. Maximilian Kolbe who
in the Auschwitz camp, took the place of a father sentenced to death.This exceptional pilgrimage is also the
opportunity to visit prestigious landmarks such as the mines of salt of Wieliczka and the Tatras mountains.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Saturday August 13th
Depart Montreal today for overnight transatlantic flights to Warsaw.
DEPARTURE FROM MONTREAL
Day 2 | Sunday August 14th
ARRIVE WARSAW
Upon arrival in Warsaw, meet our Catholic Polish tour escort and transfer to the center of Warsaw. This afternoon,
celebrate Mass at the Church of St. Stanislaw Kostka, outside of which is the tomb of Fr. Jerzy Popieluszko, chaplain and
martyr of the Solidarity Movement. After Mass, explore the museum of Fr. Popieluszko. Next, enjoy a Welcome Dinner
hosted by Steve and Janet Ray in the reconstructed Warsaw Old Town featuring colorful houses, art galleries, and quaint
restaurants. Overnight in Warsaw. (Note: activities today depend on the actual flight arrival time.) (D)
Day 3| Monday August 15th
FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION OF MARY| WARSAW | NIEPOKALANOW | WARSAW
Depart to Niepokolanow – the Immaculata city, built by Fr. Maximilian Kolbe. Celebrate Mass at the Shrine of Fr. Maximilian
Kolbe. Return to Warsaw for a city sightseeing tour that introduces us to the most important sights of the capital city of
Poland. Raised from the ashes of World War II, we begin our tour at St. John’s Cathedral, where Servant of God Stefan
Cardinal Wyszynski is buried. Also see the Royal Castle Square, which features the magnificent royal residence and Sigmund
Column. Next see the Jewish Quarter and Heroes Memorial. Later this afternoon, we arrive at the beautiful Lazienki Park
and Palace, former summer residence of the Polish King. While in the Park, see the famous Chopin Monument. Dinner on
your own and overnight in Warsaw. (CB)
Day 4| Tuesday August 16th
WARSAW | CZESTOCHOWA | ZAKOPANE
Depart Warsaw for Czestochowa, the center of Poland’s religious life and home of the famous icon of the Black Madonna.
Celebrate Mass at the Shrine, followed by a guided tour. Then travel to Zakopane, St. John Paul II’s favorite place for
recreation and relaxation. Dinner and overnight in Zakopane. (CB, D)
Day 5| Wednesday August 17th
ZAKOPANE
Enjoy a tour of Zakopane, nestled in the scenic hills of Southern Poland. Celebrate Mass at Fatima Church, which was built
by the mountaineers in gratitude for the Blessed Mother saving the life of St. John Paul II from the assassination attempt.
(This church was blessed by St. John Paul II in 1999.) Take the Gondolas to Mt. Glubowka for a bird’s eye view over the city
and hillsides of Zakopane where St. John Paul II used to climb the trails. Next, tour the city, followed by a delicious
“highlander lunch”. This afternoon there will be time for strolling and shopping on Krupowki Street. Dinner on your own.
Overnight in Zakopane. (CB, L)
Day 6| Thursday August 18th
ZAKOPANE | KALWARIA | SALT MINE | KRAKOW
Check out of hotel and depart Zakopane for Kalwaria Zebrzydowska, known as the Polish Jerusalem. The Shrine is dedicated
to the Passion of the Christ and also to the miraculous Icon of the Virgin Mary. Celebrate Mass at the Shrine. Depart for
Wieliczka. Upon arrival have a guided tour of the World Famous Salt Mines to see the statue of St. John Paul II, which is
carved in salt. Continue on to Krakow, where you’ll enjoy dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Krakow. (CB, D)
Day 7| Friday August 19th
WAWEL HILL |DIVINE MERCY CENTER| KRAKOW
Celebrate Mass at Wawel Cathedral, where St. John Paul II was ordained a priest and celebrated his first Mass. Tour Wawel
Hill and Cathedral to see the tombs of St. Stanislaw and St. Hedwig. It is also the final resting place of Polish kings, poets,
and national heroes. Guided tour of Royal Chambers at the Wawel Hill. Visit the Market Square and attend the opening of
the Witt Stwosz altar at the Mariacki Church (St. Mary’s Church). Lunch on your own at Krakow Market Square. Visit the
new St. John Paul II Center, where you will see the relics of St. John Paul II. Travel to the tomb of St. Faustina Kowalska
where we will pray the Divine Mercy Novena. Tour the convent and the Basilica of the Divine Mercy, which was St. John
Paul II, during his last trip to Poland. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Krakow. (CB)
Itinerary
Day 8| Saturday August 20th
KRAKOW | AUSCHWITZ | KRAKOW
Take a morning tour of the Kazimierz Jewish Quarter. Celebrate Mass at St. Stanislaw on the Rock Church. Lunch on your
own. Depart for Auschwitz, the largest World War II concentration camp in Europe. Take a guided tour of the camp
including the Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe. Return to Krakow. Dinner on your own and overnight in Krakow. (CB)
Day 9| Sunday August 21st
KRAKOW | WADOWICE | KRAKOW
Travel to Wadowice, the birthplace and hometown of St. John Paul II. Visit his house, which is now a museum. Celebrate
Mass in the Basilica of the Offering of the Blessed Virgin Mary and see the baptismal font where St. John Paul II was
baptized. Return to Krakow for a free afternoon to enjoy the tourist area around the Main Square in Krakow. Farewell
Dinner in Poland at the famous fourteenth century restaurant, “Wierzynek,” where kings and presidents have dined.
Overnight in Krakow. (CB,D)
Day 10| Monday August 22nd
RETURN TO MONTREAL
Following a spiritually moving journey to the homeland of St. John Paul II, transfer to the airport in Krakow for return flight
to Montreal.
**Itinerary subject to change – Exclusive Tour, all rights reserved**
CB=Continental Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
General Information
Quebec Licensee
Regular price: 6875$/pers. (double occupancy) *includes international flights estimated at 1430$
*Important: flights rates and availability are subject to change
Single supplement: 1155$ (**Subject to availability – Quantity limited **)
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES
*Round trip flights from Montreal to Warsaw and Krakow to Montreal on a regular airline
*8 nights accommodations (Double occupancy) – 2 nights in Warsaw / 2 nights in Zakopane / 4 nights in Krakow
*Continental Breakfast daily, 4 Dinners & 1 lunch
*Transportation in luxury motor coach
*Sightseeing & Entrance fee (according to itinerary)
*Tour Escort in Poland & local guides
*Daily private Masses at holy sites
*DVD of pilgrimage highlights – one free per family
*Nightly uploads of Virtual images videos so family and friends can join you
*Hotel porterage and tips
*All taxes (including GST / QST, airport taxes, fees and compensation fund CPB)
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