MARIAN ESSENTIALS
Tour of Spain, Portugal and France
DEPARTURE DATES: APRIL 25 / MAY 16, 2024
HURRY!!! LIMITED SEATS ONLY $3580 with Roundtrip Airfare
Day 1: Manila – Madrid | Apr 25, May 16
- Depart Manila onboard a prestigious airline on your way to Madrid. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment.
Day 2: Madrid | Apr 26, May 17
- Welcome to Madrid! Upon arrival, proceed to the exit where our representative will meet and assist you. Transfer to hotel for check-in.
Day 3: Madrid (B) | Apr 27, May 18
- Morning sightseeing tour to see the Puerta Del Sol, Gran Via, Cibeles Fountain, Alcala Gate, the Santiago Bernabeau Stadium, Plaza De Espana, Prado Museum, Almudena Cathedral, highlighted by a visit to the Royal Palace. And the rest of the day is free at your own leisure.
Day 4: Madrid – Fatima (5hrs45mins approx.)(B) | Apr 28, May 19
- Continue your journey and cross the border to Portugal. Then proceed to the hotel check in Fatima.
Day 5: Fatima (B) | Apr 29, May 20
- Today, explore the religious town of Fatima and learn the stories of the Virgin Mary’s apparition. Visit the House of the three children in Adjustrel and walk around the Shrine of Fatima to see the Apparition Site Chapel the White Basilica where the Three Children are buried and the Holy Trinity Church.
Day 6: Fatima – Burgos (6hrs approx.) (B) | Apr 30, May 21
- Continue your travel from Fatima to Burgos. Get to know its most important monuments Upon arrival you will visit Burgos Gothic Cathedral which is dedicated to Virgin Mary
Day 7: Burgos – Zaragoza (3hrs30mins approx.) Zaragoza – Lourdez (4hrs approx.)(B) | May 1, May 22
- Travel from Burgos to Zaragoza. Upon arrival, visit and discover the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. This Basilica is one of Spain’s most significant cultural attractions. Then continue to travel and cross the border of France for towards Lourdes. Check in to your hotel upon arrival.
Day 8: Lourdes (B) | May 2, May 23
- Visit the Underground Basilica, walk the Station of the Cross, or participate in the Veneration of the Sick Pilgrim. During the night time you may join the emotive candlelight procession.
Day 9: Lourdes – Rocamadour (4hrs approx.)(B) | May 3, May 24
- Continue your journey and discover Rocamadour. One France’s most important tourist destination a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the Black Madonna in the Chappelle of Notre Dame and then proceed to hotel check-in.
Day 10: Rocamadour – Paray Le Monial (4hrs30mins approx.) Paray Le Monial – Nevers (2hrs approx.)(B) | May 4, May 25
- Today, you will continue your travel from Rocamadour to Paray Le Monial. Upon arrival you will visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Paray-le-Monial church dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Travel to Nevers. Check in to Hotel Upon Arrival.
Day 11: Nevers – Paris (3hrs approx.) (B) | May 5, May 26
- Morning visit to Saint Gildard Convent where the body of St. Bernadette lies. Then continue your drive to the capital city of Paris. Upon arrival, see the Basilica of Sacré Coeur and visit the Church of the Miraculous Medal where St. Catherine Laboure received visions and instruction from the Virgin Mary.
Day 12: Paris (B) | May 6, May 27
- Drive to the city for a half day city tour of Paris as you see the sights of both banks of the River Seine: The Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Concorde Square, Opera House and The Eiffel Tower. Afternoon is free at own leisure.
Day 13: Paris (B) | May 7, May 28
- Your memorable tour concludes today with a transfer to the airport for your flight back to Manila.
Day 14: Manila | May 8, May 29
- Arrival in Manila. Home sweet home!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
MADRID
Puerta Del Sol, Gran Via, Cibeles Fountain,
Alcala Gate, the Santiago Bernabeau Stadium,
Plaza De Espana, Prado Museum, Almudena
Cathedral
FATIMA
Virgin Mary’s apparition, Shrine of Fatima
BURGOS
Gothic Cathedral
ZARAGOZA
Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar
LOURDES
Underground Basilica, Holy bath
PARAY LE MONIAL
Sacred heart
PARIS
The Arch of Triumph, Champs Elysees,
Concorde square, Opera house, Eiffel Tour
INCLUSIONS:
- Roundtrip Airfare
- 4* Hotel Accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- Luxury Private Coach
- Tour Escort
- Tips for Driver / Guide
- Pre-departure briefing
- Travel Pouch
NOT INCLUDED:
- Visa Fee
- Travel Tax + Airline Tax Approx. U$180,00 (subject to change)
- Tourist Tax: € 2-5.00/person/night
- Travel Insurance with COVID Coverage
- Drinks and Beverage
- Airport / Hotel Porterage
TOUR COST:
- TWN / TRP: USD 3 580
- SINGLE: USD 4 330
- CHILD (9yrs & below:no bed) USD 3 180
VISA REQUIREMENTS:
- 3 pcs passport size pictures (white background)
- Bank Certificate and Bank Statement (within 3 Months)
- Passport valid for 6 months (old & new passport)
- Marriage Contract
- Income Tax Return
- Certificate of Employment with Leave of Absence
- Birth Certificate (photo copy)
- Travel Insurance with COVID-19 coverage
- Certificate of Vaccination
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS:
- US$ 700.00 upon booking (NON-REFUNDABLE)
- Full payment upon confirmation
NOTE
- Minimum 20 passengers to run the tour.