MEXICO
Rejoice in your faith on this Mexico tour highlighting not only Mexico’s devotion, but also its Aztec history. You’ll spend four nights in Mexico City and one night in Puebla, one of Mexico’s oldest cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll also spend time in Teotihuacan, Tlaxcala, Cholula, and Coyoacan.
Along with fellow believers, you’ll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City. This is where the Virgin of Guadalupe appeared before San Juan Diego and is today one of the world’s most visited shrines. More treasured religious sites await you in Tlaxcala, where you’ll visit the Church of San Francisco; San Miguel del Milagro Shrine, built in 1643 and where Archangel Michael appeared to Diego Lazaro; Our Lady of Ocotlán Shrine, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to Juan Diego; and more.
Please call Travel of Orange to book or for more information 714.538.0010
Gayle Burke (714) 538-0010 Ext 103 or [email protected]
Joe Faia (714) 538-0010 Ext 108 or [email protected]
SPIRITUAL HIGHLIGHTS OF ITALY
With its many places of worship, Italy is a destination for travelers who want to rejoice in their faith. On this inspirational Italy tour, you’ll overnight in Rome, the heart of Christianity; San Giovanni Rotondo, where St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina lived and worked his miracles; and Assisi, where St. Francis was born, worked, and died. Along the way, you’ll visit many of Italy’s treasured basilicas, churches, and more.
In Rome, you’ll encounter three of Rome’s four major Papal basilicas: St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest Christian church in the world; St. Paul Outside the Walls, Rome’s second-largest basilica and the burial place of St. Paul the Apostle; and St. John Lateran Basilica, the oldest basilica in the Western World and the Papal residence until the 14th century. Also in Rome, you’ll attend the Papal audience (subject to availability) and receive the Papal Blessing.
On this Italy tour, you’ll attend Mass in Rome at St. Mary Major Basilica, the most important Roman church dedicated to the Virgin Mary; in San Giovanni Rotondo at Santa Maria delle Grazie (Old Church), consecrated in 1629; in Lanciano at St. Francis’ Church, home to the relics of the earliest-known Eucharistic Miracle; and in Assisi at St. Francis Basilica, one of Italy’s oldest gothic churches. Other tour highlights include visits to the Loreto Sanctuary and Holy House, where, according to tradition, angels transported the home of the blessed Virgin Mary; the Shrine of Monte Sant’Angelo, one of Christendom’s most celebrated shrines and where St. Michael the Archangel appeared in 490, 492, and 1656; the Abbey at Monte Cassino, founded by St. Benedict in 529 AD; and much more.
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BIBLICAL SITES
Stand in some of the most significant biblical places on this Israel tour designed for savvy travelers looking for faith, fun, and fellowship. You’ll travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem with overnights also in Tiberias.
On this tour through Israel, you’ll visit many of the places important in Jesus’ life, including the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, built over the cave thought to be where Jesus was born; Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount; the Church of the Multiplication, where Jesus fed the 5,000; Cana, site of Jesus’ first miracle; the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed the night before his arrest; the Upper Room, where Jesus and his disciples had the Last Supper; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where Christians mark the crucifixion and burial of Jesus; and the Way of the Cross, where you’ll walk along Jesus’ last path.
Other highlights of this Israel tour are a cruise on the Sea of Galilee; a visit to Caesarea, where you’ll admire the ancient 3,500-seat Roman Theater and aqueduct; Megiddo, an important site in antiquity and the site predicted for the Battle of Armageddon; Kibbutz Ginosar, where you’ll see the ancient Jesus boat; Qasr el Yahud, a baptismal site for Christian pilgrims; the Church of the Annunciation, the traditional site of Mary’s home; St. Joseph’s Church, built on the site where Joseph had his carpentry shop; and much more. You’ll also get the chance to give back by assisting the Pantry Packers in assembling food parcels destined for Jerusalem’s poorest families.
Please call Travel of Orange to book or for more information 714.538.0010
Gayle Burke (714) 538-0010 Ext 103 or [email protected]
Joe Faia (714) 538-0010 Ext 108 or [email protected]
GREECE
Follow in the footsteps of Apostle Paul on this Greece tour featuring historic sites, cities significant in Paul’s life, and a 3-night Aegean Sea cruise.
In Thessalonika, the center of Paul’s activities in northern Greece, enjoy guided sightseeing and an excursion to Philippi, a busy Roman colony where Paul preached and established Europe’s first church. Travel to Veria, where Paul and Silas were sent after being accused of treason in Thessalonika. Here, visit the Bema of Apostle Paul, where he preached the gospel to the local community. In Corinth, visit the excavations where Paul worked for 18 months and learn about Corinth’s early church, which was the recipient of Paul’s two Corinthians epistles.
But that’s not all…on this Greece tour you’ll also enjoy a 3-night cruise around the Greek Isles and Turkey. Cruise to Kusadasi and visit the Ruins of Ephesus, where Paul lived and preached. You’ll also see the House of Mary, where the Virgin Mary is said to have spent her last days. Other cruise destinations include Heraklion on Crete; Santorini; and Patmos, where you’ll visit the Monastery of St. John and the Cave of the Apocalypse. Here, John the Evangelist received the visions that he recorded in the Book of the Revelation.
Please call Travel of Orange to book or for more information 714.538.0010
Gayle Burke (714) 538-0010 Ext 103 or [email protected]
Joe Faia (714) 538-0010 Ext 108 or [email protected]
JOURNEY THROUGH THE HOLY LAND
9 DAY TOUR FROM TEL AVIV TO JERUSALEM
See the stories of the scriptures come to life as you walk in the footsteps of Jesus on this faith-based journey which includes some of Christianity’s most important sites. Visit places of biblical importance such as Megiddo, Cana and the Mount of Beatitudes and hear the stories of the Bible told over time. The Old City of Jerusalem will leave you amazed as you see and learn more about Jesus’ life. No visit to Israel is complete without floating on the Dead Sea, the perfect way to relax and reflect about your experience. This is truly an inspirational vacation of a lifetime.
LEGACY OF ST. PATRICK
10 DAY TOUR FROM DUBLIN TO DUBLIN
The “Emerald Isle” offers spectacular beauty and a rich cultural history. Explore this spectacular island as well as following in the footsteps of St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland and among the first missionaries to spread the Christian faith here during the 5th Century. Visit key sites such as the final resting place of St. Patrick in Downpatrick, pray and reflect at the famous Marian apparition site of Knock and visit the remarkable Kylemore Abbey. This inspirational journey also includes visits to experience some of Ireland’s most dramatic scenery such as the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway and the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher-the perfect setting for peaceful prayer.
GRAND CATHOLIC ITALY
10 DAY TOUR FROM ROME TO ROME
Home to numerous places of devotion and worship-not to mention exquisite art and architecture-Italy is the perfect destination for travelers looking to rejoice in their faith. On this Italy tour, you’ll overnight in Rome, the heart of Christianity; Assisi, where St. Francis was born, worked, and died; Florence, one of the world’s most beautiful cities; and Padua. Along the way, you’ll visit-and even attend Mass at-many of Italy’s treasured basilicas.
MARIAN SHRINES OF EUROPE
11 DAY TOUR FROM LISBON TO BARCELONA
There’s no better way to experience Europe’s most treasured Catholic shrines than on this inspirational Journey through Spain, Portugal and France. Whether it’s standing in the very place where the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to the three shepherd children over 100 years ago in Fatima, immersing yourself in the Healing Baths in Lourdes, or reflecting in Gaudi’s magnificent Sagrada Familia, this vacation will inspire and leave you with memories of a lifetime.
CENTRAL EUROPE WITH OBERAMMERGAU (2020)
9 DAY TOUR MUNICH TO FRANKFURT
Rejoice in your faith on this Mexico tour highlighting not only Mexico’s devotion, but also its Aztec history. Along with fellow believers, you’ll visit the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City. This is where the Virgin of Guadalupe appeared before San Juan Diego and is today one of the world’s most visited shrines. More treasured religious sites await you in Tlaxcala, where you’ll visit the Church of San Francisco; San Miguel del Milagro Shrine, built in 1643 and where Archangel Michael appeared to Diego Lazaro; Our Lady of Ocotlán Shrine, where the Virgin Mary appeared to Juan Diego; and more.