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OCTOBER 3-16, 2014
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SPIRITUAL GUIDES: O C D F RIAR T O B E A NNOUNCED & R EV. P ETER M . A QUINO
COORDINATOR: GLORIA O . S ISON, O CDS
$3,959
FROM
NEWARK
ALL AIRPORT TAXES & FUEL SURCHARGES INCLUDED!!!
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V ISIT SEVERAL ORIGINAL FOUNDATIONS AND M ADRID, A VILA, S EGOVIA, S ALAMANCA, A LBA
DE T ORMES, F ONTIVEROS, V ALLADOLID, M EDINA DEL CAMPO, V ALENCIA, GRANADA, SEVILLA, CORDOVA, T OLEDO, CELEBRATE THE F EAST OF THE H OLY R OSARY, THE FEAST OF O UR
L ADY OF FATIMA, AND THE OPENING OF THE C ENTENARY F EAST OF S T. T ERESA OF J ESUS
Sample Day-by-Day Itinerary:
Y OUR T RIP I NCLUDES :
Day 1, Fri, Oct 3 - Depart Newark for Spain
Depart from Newark for your overnight flight to Madrid.
Dinner and breakfast will be served on board
† Round Trip Airfare from Newark
† ALL AIRPORT TAXES & FUEL SURCHARGES!
† Accommodations at religious house / convents:
~ Avila: La Santa Convent
~ Toledo: Convento Carmelita de Toledo (Carmelite
residence)
~ Valencia: Hotel Catalonia Excelsior ***
~ Granada: Monasterio Madre de Dios
~ Sevilla: Hotel Don Paco ***
† Breakfast and Dinner daily
† Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
† Assistance of a professional local guide(s)
† Daily Mass, daily Holy Hour with Eucharistic Adoration
† Daily Liturgy of the Hours, Rosary, and Spiritual activities
† Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary, including local
guide in Avila, Segovia, Fontiveros, Alba de Tormes, Duruelo, Medina
del Campo, Valladolid, Valencia, Granada, Sevilla, Cordoba, Toledo
and Madrid.
† Arrangements for Mass daily & Spiritual activities
† Luggage handling (1 piece per person)
† Tips to hotel staff, restaurants, luggage handlers
† Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
Day 2, Sat, Oct 4 - Madrid Airport – Avila
Upon arrival in Madrid, you will be met by your tour
guide and driver who will be with us for the remainder of
our stay in Spain. We will board our bus that will bring
us to Avila. Upon arrival, we will celebrate Mass at the
Convent of St. Joseph. Following Mass, we will make our
way to the Hotel for check-in, and we will have time to
relax, and spend at your own leisure. We will meet in the
evening for a “Welcome Get-Together” for dinner, and
then return to our rooms for a restful night’s sleep.
Day 3, Sun, Oct 5 - Avila
The walled city of Avila is most famous for being the
home of St. Teresa of Jesus, the great mystic and the
first of the three woman Doctors of the Church. This
morning visit the city of Avila, its magnificent 11th century wall and the fortress cathedral. Visit Los Cuatro
Postes (four columns with central cross) which commemorates St. Teresa, at the age of seven convinced his
brother to run away with her to die as martyrs in the
land of the Moors. The uncle caught them at this site,
Cuatro Postes and returned them home. See the Convento de la Santa built on the site where she was born.
Visit the Convento de San Jose, the first Discalced Convent foundation (1562). Afterwards visit the Monasterio
de la Encarnacion where she was Prioress when St. John
of the Cross was Confessor. Celebrate Mass at the Chapel of Transverberation where an angel appeared to St.
Teresa piercing her heart and causing her to feel simultaneously pain and joy. Holy Hour after Mass. We proceed to San Juan Bautista Church which contains the
baptismal font in which St. Teresa was baptized, then to
Our Lady of Grace, the Augustinian Monastery where St.
Teresa was sent as a boarder in her teen years and to
the Dominican Church of Santo Tomas where the famous
painting of “The Burial of the Lord of Orgaz” by El Greco.
Overnight in Avila.
Day 4, Mon, Oct 6 - Avila – Segovia - Avila
After breakfast travel to Segovia, a world heritage
UNESCO site, spectacularly perched atop a long , narrow
promontory. We begin by celebrating Mass at the chapel
crypt containing the tomb of St. John of the Cross. Then
visit monastery of San Jose del Carmen, the ninth Discalced Carmelite foundation (1574) established by St.
Teresa. Afterwards we visit a wealth of monuments,
including the Alcazar (the 11th Century Palace where
Queen Isabel agreed to fund Christopher Columbus’
journey to the New world), La Iglesia de la Vera Cruz (a
Romanesque church which was constructed by The
Knights of the Templar and modeled after the Church of
the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem) to view the famous
ancient Roman aqueduct, and exterior views of various
churches including San Esteban , San Martin, & San
Millan from the outside. Return to Avila.
Day 5, Tue, Oct 7 - Feast of Holy Rosary: Avila –
Fontiveros – Alba de Tormes - Duruelo – Avila
Early departure to Fontiveros to visit the church constructed over the birthplace of St. John of the Cross.
Visit the church of San Cipriano where he was baptized.
Make our way to the village of Alba de Tormes, where
St. Teresa had the eight foundation (1571). It was here
that she died on October 4, 1582 and where her miraculously pierced heart rests in a glass reliquary. Visit the
Carmelite Monastery of the Annunciation. Celebrate
Mass near the tomb of St. Teresa and Holy Hour after
Mass. Time to visit the tomb. It is here in Alba de
Tormes that the first church named after St. John of the
Cross is located. Proceed to Duruelo Convent where John
first took the name John of the Cross and with Fr. Anthony of Jesus began the Discalced Carmelite Friars. Visit
the Carmelite Monastery re-founded for the Carmelite
Nuns in 1947 by St. Maravillas of Jesus. Continue past
Salamanca, the site of St. Teresa’s 7th foundation
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(1570), as we return to Avila for dinner &
overnight.
or ‘Dama’ del Holy Grail to Christians willing to fulfill these rules. We will also see
the largest Gold Monstrance in the world.
Day 6, Wed, Oct 8 - Avila – Medina del Depart from Valencia for Granada, where
Campo – Valladolid – Avila
Teresa made one of her last foundations
Early departure to Medina del Campo
(1582) in the final years of her life. Check
where St. John grew up. Visit the Conven- -in to our Hotel for dinner and overnight.
to de San Jose second foundation, (1567),
and where St. Teresa and St. John of the Day 9, Sat, Oct 11 - Granada – Sevilla
Cross met for the first time. It is also the
Following breakfast and an following an
site where St. John of the Cross celebrat- early morning Mass at the monastery
ed his first Mass. We celebrate Mass here. where St. John of the Cross regularly
See the small museum housing original
celebrated Mass; we will tour the site of
pieces from the time of the founding by
Holy Father’s foundation and the aqueduct
St. Teresa. After lunch, we will continue
that he constructed still exists. Begin the
on to Valladolid and visit the museum of
day in the Cathedral (containing the reChristopher Columbus, then on to the
mains of Isabella and Ferdinand), followed
Carmelite Monastery in Valladolid the
with visits to the Alhambra and other sites
fourth foundation of St. Teresa (1568)
of interest. Continue on to Sevilla where
where St. John of the Cross served as a
we will arrive in the evening, in time for
Confessor to the Nuns. This is where St.
Dinner and overnight.
Teresa’s original copy of the Way of Perfection is located. Return to Avila for dinDay 10, Sun, Oct 12 - Sevilla
Today we will celebrate Mass, and enjoy a
ner & overnight.
full day tour of Sevilla, a gorgeous city,
the capital of Andalucia, and the site of
Day 7, Thu, Oct 9 - Avila – Valencia
Cathedral of Saint Mary, the largest catheAfter breakfast, we will make our way to
dral in Spain and the third largest in ChrisValencia. Celebrate Mass upon arrival,
tendom. It is here where the 11th convent
and then visit El Escorial Monastery. We
will have the remainder of the day free to foundation was established in 1575. Seville is home to the Carmelite Convent of
spend at your own leisure. Dinner, and
Santa Ana where the original, autographed
overnight..
copy of Saint Teresa’s Interior Castle is
Day 8, Fri, Oct 10 - Valencia – Granada kept. Later enjoy a sightseeing tour of the
city that is known for its romance and
After breakfast, take a morning tour of
beauty. Your tour will include many sites
the Valencia Cathedral that contains the
of interest such as the Barrio de Santa
Holy Chalice of the last Supper. Blessed
Cruz (one of the most colorful areas of the
Pope John XXIII awarded indulgences to
city), the Alcazar and Giralda Tower. The
people making the pilgrimage to the
afternoon and evening will include presenChapel del Santo Caliz in Valencia. Pope
tations on the Interior Castle, a visit to
XII awarded “Sacram Communionen” to
Santa Ana, and a chance to see the elabothis chapel where the Holy Grail is prerately carved altar at the Friars’ monastery
sent. On March 12, 1966, the Confradia
at Plaze del Buon Suceso.
del Santo Caliz was established in Valencia, its rules are in the Vatican. The Confradia is able to award the title ‘Caballero’
Day 11, Mon, Oct 13 - Sevilla – Cordoba – Toledo
Depart from Seville after breakfast. A short ride will bring you to the city
of Cordoba where you will celebrate Mass, and visit The MezquitaCathedral (is a Roman Catholic Cathedral. It is in the shape of a
Mosque, however, it was changed to a Cathedral in the 1500’s by the
King of Spain.) and Juderia ( a neighborhood representing Christains,
Jews, and Muslims) and the Cathedral followed with visits to other sites
of interest in the heart of the city. Continue on to Toledo where you will
have some free time at leisure, dinner, & overnight.
Day 12, Tue, Oct 14 Toledo – Madrid – Toledo
Following breakfast we will board our bus and proceed to our orientation
tour of Madrid. See the Puerta del Sol and Plaza de Espana. Visit the
Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales (Monastery of the Barefoot Royals).
Visit Prado Museum then sightseeing tour past many most important
monuments of the city such as the Royal Palace, Opera House, etc.
Mass at the Cathedral of Almudena which was consecrated in 1993 by
Blessed John Paul II. Return to Toledo for dinner and overnight.
Day 13, Wed, Oct 15 –Toledo “Celebrate the Feast of Saint Teresa of Avila”
Today we will attend Mass in the convent with the friars, and then we
will take a half day tour of the city of Toledo, where Christians, Mus-
lims, and Jewish culture used to share a cultivated and peaceful medieval society. The beauty of the city and its surroundings inspired many of
the El Greco’s paintings which are on view throughout the city. Visit the
Convent of St. Joseph, fifth foundation (1569) by St. Teresa, as well as
The Cathedral, the Monastery of St. John of the Kings, and the Jewish
Quarter. It was in Toledo where Life was written in the home of Dona
Luisa de la Cerda and where the Interior Castle was begun in the Monastery. Interior Castle is one of her major spiritual works which outlines
the seven stages of a soul’s journey to union with God. Here in Toledo
are the bodies of martyrs of the 1930 Spanish War in the friar’s church,
the incorrupt body of Bl. Mary of Jesus in Nun’s chapel, and in Toledo is
where the second largest cathedral in Spain is located. It was in Toledo
that St. John of the Cross was imprisoned following his refusal to relocate after his superior’s orders and allegedly because of his attempts to
reform the life within the Carmelite Order. Dinner & overnight in Toledo.
Day 14, Thu, Oct 16 - Toledo - Madrid Airport
It’s time to pack up the wonderful memories and “treasures” you have
collected during a grace-filled, enriching, enjoyable journey through
Spain following OHM St. Teresa and St. John of the Cross. After Mass
and an early breakfast with heartfelt farewells we leave by motor coach
for Madrid airport for our return flight home.
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able to confirm 10% of the total number of group participants in single
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dinners) which are served at your hotel or local restaurants. Beverages
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cannot guarantee, we will try and accommodate each special meal
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tour, rather than a contract of places to be visited. Occasionally local
religious holidays, national days, traffic conditions and other events
may necessitate changes in the sequence of visits or the missing of
certain visits. We will have daily mass and strive to be in places as
indicated. However, sometimes this is not possible as the site may not
be available for Mass or itinerary changes are forced upon us. In this
case an alternative site for Mass will be arranged.
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handicap accessible rooms where available, however, we cannot
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all of our tours are operated outside the U.S. where the Americans
with Disabilities Act is not applicable and facilities for disabled
individuals are limited. Most transportation services, including the
touring motor coaches, are not equipped with wheelchair ramps or
lifts. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to any
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medical care available at the destination and during transit. A pregnant
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PHYSICALITY OF OUR TOURS Please note that almost all destinations serviced by 206 Tours require physical fitness and a lot of walking,
sometimes up or down the hills and at times very rough terrain. You may
certainly stay behind for certain parts of the journey, however, it is
suggested that 3 to 4 weeks before your departure one should begin
preparing physically begin walking "briskly" 1-2 times a day; build up to
2-3 miles with no discomfort.
SERVICE INQUIRIES AFTER THE TRIP If upon returning from
your trip, you wish to inquire about any services provided, please ensure
that all correspondence is received by 206 Tours, 333 Marcus Blvd Hauppauge, NY 11788, within 45 days of the tour completion date. This
will enable us to make a timely investigation.
TOUR CANCELLATION BY OPERATOR Be clearly advised that
from time to time a tour departure may be cancelled due to lack of
participation. In such case, the operator's sole responsibility is to provide
a full refund. 206 Tours in not responsible and does not assume responsibility for any additional costs or any fees relating to the issuance and /or
cancellation of air tickets or other arrangements not made through 206
Tours. Cancellations due to state travel advisories and/or state travel
warnings, Acts of War, War, Terrorism, Acts of God, Natural Disaster or
any other circumstance outside the control of 206 Tours, are not the fault
of 206 Tours. Great effort will be made to accommodate traveler to
another trip or to revise itinerary, however, cancellation for any of these
reasons will not be eligible for refund.
PRINTING DISCLAIMER 206 Tours is not responsible for typographical or printer's errors including errors in trip cost. We reserve the
right to re-invoice or correct billing at any time
EXTENDED CANCELLATION PROTECTION PLAN 206 Tours
offers an optional additional protection plan for $299 which permits
travelers to cancel for any reason up until the day prior to departure
without penalty. You MUST file a claim with our travel insurance
provider if you cancel your reservation, and if you are denied reimbursement from Travel for any reason 206 Tours will refund your losses in
cash in full (not including the insurance and cancel protection premiums).
You MUST select this option at the time of booking and it must be paid
with your deposit. You MUST purchase standard travel insurance in
order to purchase the cancel for any reason protection plan (unless you
are a NY resident). Claims MUST be filed NO LATER than six (6)
months after initial cancellation. After six months, no reimbursement can
be provided.