DAY 1: Sun., Oct. 5 - Depart New York
Depart New York for your overnight trans-Atlantic flight to Warsaw. Meals will be served in flight.
DAY 2: Mon., Oct. 6 - Warsaw D
Welcome to Warsaw, the capital of Poland! You will be met at the airport, assisted with your bags, and escorted to your waiting deluxe motor coach. Transfer to your hotel.
Warsaw - No single city is more dramatically representative of the epic story of Poland than the capital, Warsaw. Almost completely destroyed during World War II, and more than half of its population killed, Warsaw has been restored to its former glory by the mighty effort of the Polish people. The new city of Warsaw is now one of the modern world capitals.
DAY 3: Tue., Oct. 7 - Warsaw - B,D
AM: City Sightseeing Tour
Your tour includes a visit to the Old Town, located on the left bank of the Wisla. This historical quarter of the city has been restored to its pre-war condition. The charming Rynek Starego Miasta, or Old Town Market Square is surrounded by 17th century and 18th century Renaissance and Baroque houses. Remnants of the medieval fortifications, which once encircled the town, still remain. Continue along the Royal Route to see the famous statues, aristocratic residences, and gracious Lazienki Park, with a beautiful sculpture of Chopin.
 The highlight of the tour will be a visit to the Royal Castle, which represents Warsaw’s resurrection from the ashes of near total destruction. Like the Old Town itself, the Castle was rebuilt. The Castle has many fabulous rooms, definitely worth visiting. You will see everything from tapestries to period furniture to works of art.
PM: Visit Niepokalanow
Saint Maximilian Kolbe, founder of the Militia of the Immaculate, established this city in order to further concentrate the apostolic work within a large community. The friary of the Immaculate, a great complex of humble buildings, was the Church in miniature.
Niepokalanow became a center for printing religious publications and offering charitable ministry to the local people. Spiritual edification and practical service were equal partners in this city that had both a workshop to create religious art and a fire brigade to protect the surrounding neighborhood.
DAY 4: Wed., Oct. 8 - Warsaw / Czestochowa - B,D
 AM: Depart by private motor coach for Czestochowa, the home of a fascinating and meaningful site.
Visit the shrine of Jasna Gora, one of the world’s most important Catholic shrines. The miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus was brought here in 1382 by Prince Ladislaus. He ordered a church and monastery to be built on the summit of a hill to house the icon. Four to five million pilgrims visit the “Black Madonna” every year and Pope John Paul II himself had visited often.
DAY 5: Thu., Oct. 9 - Czestochowa / Auschwitz / Wadowice / Kalwaria Zebrzydowska / Krakow - B,D
 AM: Depart for Krakow by private motor coach with several stops for sightseeing.
Your first stop will be Auschwitz where you visit the Martyrdom Museum at the former Nazi concentration camp.
Your next stop is in Wadowice, the birthplace of Pope John Paul II. Continue to Kalwaria.
PM: Visit the Shrine of Kalwaria Zebrzydowska
This is the oldest and most famous Way of the Cross in Poland. The Bernadine Monastery and Baroque Church of Our Lady of the Angels tower over the small town below. Close to the Monastery are the “Calvary Paths,” a favorite trail of Pope John Paul II.
Proceed to Krakow and check into your hotel.
Krakow - Situated on the Vistula River near the Czech border, Krakow is a city steeped in Polish history. It was a prominent international city and capital of Poland between the 11th and 17th centuries. Some of the outstanding buildings from the 13th century, as well as some 67 churches from different periods remain in their original state.
DAY 6: Fri., Oct. 10 - Krakow - B,D
AM: Sightseeing Tour including Wawel Castle
 Your private tour will reveal the charms of this medieval city. See Wawel Hill, with its fortified Renaissance castle, the Old Town Square, and St. Mary's Church, one of the most beautiful in Poland with its world-famous Wit Stwosz Altar. Stroll through the craft shops of the 14th century Cloth Hall. Your tour will also include an inside visit of the beautiful Wawel Castle.
PM: Visit the Convent of Lagiewniki
See the world famous icon of the Lord’s Grace. The painting depicts Christ as He appeared before a Polish nun, St. Faustina Kowalska. Pilgrims, both Polish and foreign, come daily in thousands to pray before the original picture at the convent where 33-year-old sister Faustina died in 1938 and where she is buried. On August 17, 2002 Pope John Paul II consecrated the sanctuary's majestic basilica.
DAY 7: Sat., Oct. 11 - Krakow / Olomue / Prague
(Czech Republic) - B,D
AM: It is time to say goodbye to Poland and proceed to Prague. En route, stop at the small and charming village of Olomue.
PM: Check into your hotel in Prague.
DAY 8: Sun., Oct. 12 - Prague - B,D
Prague - "Zlata Praha," the golden Prague of the hundred spires, is one of the most beautiful and historical towns of Europe. It is an ancient city right in the heart of Europe renowned for the beauty of its natural setting - on seven hills like Rome - and its wealth of historical monuments. Visitors are enchanted by the famous Hradcany panorama dominated by the Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the River Vltava spanned by the medieval Charles Bridge. Prague is a treasury of all architectural styles, and throughout its history has been an outstanding European cultural center.
 AM: City Sightseeing Tour
Prague was the seat of the Czech princes, the Bohemian kings, and the Roman Emperors. Drive past the State Opera, the National Museum, and Wenceslas Square, right in the center of the city. Continue across Charles Square to the banks of the Vltava River, the Rudolfinum, and the Concert Hall to Prague Castle with its magnificent buildings.
Next visit the Royal Palace and the Golden Lane where as legend has it, alchemists used to live during the reign of the Emperor Rudolf II. After visiting Loreto Church, you stop at the famous Strahov Monastery. The library contains over 9000 volumes and 300,000 works of expressive art. The oldest manuscript is a summary of the Gospels, which dates back to the 10th century. Another important work of art is a ceiling fresco, which symbolizes the human search for truth through religious wisdom. Your tour will also include some interesting pilgrimage sites.
PM: The remainder of the day is free in Prague to
explore this beautiful city on your own.
DAY 9: Mon., Oct. 13 - Prague - B,D
The day is free in Prague to pursue your own activities.
 DAY 10: Tue., Oct. 14 - Prague / Budapest - B,D
AM: This morning you depart for Budapest by deluxe motor coach. Enjoy this scenic drive through the beautiful countryside and arrive in the afternoon.
PM: Sightseeing Tour of Budapest
Drive up to the Castle area and see the beautiful 13th century St. Mathias Church, Fisherman’s Bastillon, and the new extension of the National Art Gallery at the Castle.
DAY 11: Wed., Oct. 15 - Budapest - B,D
Today is a full day of leisure to explore the city on your own.
AM: Optional Tour (at additional cost) to the Puszta Horse Show and a Goulash Party with Gypsy Music. This very special tour includes a visit to the Lajomisze for a Puszta horse and carriage show.
DAY 12: Thu., Oct. 16 - Budapest / New York - B
AM: After breakfast depart for the airport for your flight back home. You return after a wonderful travel experience and feeling spiritually enriched.
B=breakfast; D=dinner
A Mass schedule will be provided at a later date.
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COST P/PERSON FROM NEW YORK:
$3599.00 double occupancy
$ 995.00 single room supplement
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COST INCLUDES:
| Air: |
Roundtrip from New York, economy class
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| Hotels: |
10 nights in moderate first class hotels |
| Meals: |
Breakfast and dinner daily
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Sightseeing: Extensive as per itinerary * All sightseeing in private deluxe motor coaches and includes the services of expert English speaking guides and entrance fees included
Transportation & Transfers: In private deluxe motor coaches
Miscellaneous: * Hotel taxes and service charges * Gratuities for planned group meals in restaurants and hotels * Baggage handling and porterage
TOUR CONDITIONS
TOUR PRICE: Tour price is based upon current tariff and exchange rates and is subject to change. It is based upon a minimum of 20 fully paid passengers. In the event this minimum is not met a surcharge will be levied.
REGISTRATION AND DEPOSITS: A deposit (by check) of $500 p/person is required at time of registration, along with signed registration form. You will be billed for the balance which is due on or before June 5, 2008 either by check or money order.
| CANCELLATION TERMS: |
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| Cancellations received: |
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| Prior to June 5, 2008... |
$200p/person |
| From June 6 - July 31, 2008... |
$500p/person |
| From August 1 - August 31, 2008... |
$750p/person |
| From Sept. 1, 2008 onward.. |
No refund |
| All cancellations must be received in writing. |
NOTE: Comprehensive insurance is available to cover trip cancellation and interruption, baggage protection, medical, accidental death & dismemberment and emergency evacuation and repatriation. A descriptive booklet will be mailed to you upon receipt of your deposit.
AIR TRANSPORTATION: Economy class via any regular IATA carrier. Any cancellation, itinerary change or failure to use confirmed air space may be subject to penalties levied by the airlines at the time of ticketing. Air tickets, once issued, are non-refundable. This is in addition to above "Cancellation Terms."
PASSPORT/VISA REQUIREMENTS: A valid passport is required for all tour members. U.S. citizens do not require visas for travel to Poland, Czech Republic, and Hungary. If you are not a U.S. citizen call the Consulate of EVERY country you will enter (even in-transit when changing planes) to check on visa requirements. ALL passports must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date of the tour.
TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: Passport, visa, insurance, U.S. Departure Tax and other airline taxes. All items of a personal nature, beverages and meals not included in the tour. Gratuities to guides, bus drivers, and Tour Escort. Optional tours and excess baggage charges. There is no refund for unused land arrangements or any cost incurred through absence or deviation from the stated itinerary for any reason, including illness.
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