Day 4: Guadalupe / Pyramids of Teotihuacán: Enjoy a delicious
breakfast and prepare for a memorable travel day. Taking the longest
avenue in Mexico, ‘Avenida de los Insurgentes’ (Insurgents Avenue), depart
the Federal District (equivalent to our District of Columbia) to the
State of México to visit the most sacred Sanctuary in all of México, the
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Guadalupe. A video introduction of the Guadalupe
story will be shown onboard. Until now our pilgrimage has been an
introduction in order to better understand the cultural background that
led to the construction of this impressive complex where the Virgin Mary
appeared to the humble Native American Juan Diego (now St. Juan Diego). An
event that inspired the conversion of millions of Native Americans of that
time. Upon arrival our tour guides have prepared for us a brief
presentation on the many amazing facts regarding St. Juan Diego’s Ayate at
one of the Guadalupe gift shops (there will be a restroom break here with
a brief shopping time). Afterwards, our group departs the gift shop with a
flower arrangement for Our Lady. We proceed to visit the New Basilica
where the original ‘ayate’ of St. Juan Diego is specially adorned for the
Feast Day and is prominently displayed for all to see. Our group will move
closer to the area right underneath the ayate where a moving platform
continually moves pilgrims from one side to the other in order to keep
safety and guarantee that all pilgrims get to see Our Lady (you will have
another opportunity to re-visit this most famous and divine work of art).
Then visit the famous “bent” Cross of the Altar and the imposing statue of
John Paul The Great. After our first visit to “La Villa”(where the Shrine
of Our Lady is), we stop at a ‘posada’ for a delicious lunch buffet. After
a restful lunch, we visit the amazing complex of pyramids and 
temples
that make the mysterious City of Teotihuacán, one of the best preserved
pre-Columbian cities in the Americas. Teotihuacán was the most important
city in North America around 500 AD, with a population of approximately
200,000 inhabitants. This visit gives us a better idea of the culture and
indigenous customs of St. Juan Diego’s ancestors. Before departing the
area, witness the different and very important ancient uses of the Maguey
plant (from the Cactus family) and its relationship to the ‘ayate’ of St.
Juan Diego. Rest of the day at leisure. (B, L)
Day 5: Mexico City: Holy Family (Blessed Miguel Pro) / Zocalo /
Metropolitan Cathedral / 3 Culturas / Anthropology Museum & Buena Vista
Market: Start the day with Holy Mass at the Church of the Holy Family.
This Church contains the remains of Blessed Padre Miguel Pro, the famous
martyr Priest of Mexico whose death (documented in pictures) forced the
government to allow the practice of Catholicism
back in the open. Then enjoy a panoramic tour of this legendary city,
renowned as the world’s largest city. Drive by the monument to Benito
Juarez, the Alameda Park and the historic and gorgeous ‘Palacio de Bellas
Artes’ (Palace of Fine Arts) and arrive at Old Mexico City. Here we visit
the Zócalo, the second largest square in the world. It is located in the
center of the old and once powerful Aztec Capital of Tenochtitlán, where
ruins of its “Templo Mayor” (major temple) can still be observed. On one
side of the square we can admire the “Palacio Nacional” (National Palace),
where in addition to being Mexico’s current Presidential Offices, is also
the place where Hernan Cortes established his first residence and offices.
On the opposite side lies the monumental Cathedral Metropolitana, built
with stones of the old Aztec temples. This massive Church rivals those of
Europe. Afterwards,visit the ‘Plaza de las Tres Culturas’ (3 Cultures
Square). Filled with Pre and Post Columbian history, this square
represents the 3 cultures of México. On one side of this once powerful
Aztec economic center, lies one of the oldest churches in all of Mexico
and all the Americas. The Iglesia de Santiago (Church of St. James) built
with the stones of the Aztec temples that headed the famous Tlatelolco
Market, St. James is also famous for being the church where St. Juan Diego
and his wife were baptized. Then travel to the Forest of Chapultepec for a
fascinating tour of the impressive Museum of Anthropology, world famous
and renowned as the principal source of information about the
archeological and cultural composition of México and America. As one of
the world’s largest of its kind, the museum presents an impressive
permanent collection of artifacts and exhibitions that demonstrate the
daily life of the Aztecs. A buffet lunch has been prepared for our group
at the museum. A shopping stop follows at the Mercado Buena Vista with a
great variety of original Mexican handicrafts. Afterwards check-in at our
hotel in Mexico City. (B, L)
Day 6: Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe & Tulpetlac - Site of St. Juan
Diego’s Home (Our Lady’s 5th Apparition): After the breakfast buffet,
return today for a full day visit to Guadalupe. Complete the tour 
of
the Guadalupe complex with a guided visit to the remaining chapels,
gardens and places of importance (as time allows). Climb the “Cerrito de
Tepeyac” (Tepeyac Hill) in a Rosary procession until we reach the “Capilla
del Cerrito” (Chapel of the Little Hill) that commemorates the place of
the first apparition. Our farewell Mass is celebrated here in a spirit of
thanksgiving for a fruitful pilgrimage. Then visit the Old Basilica where
Our Lord is perpetually exposed in the Blessed Sacrament. Remainder of the
visit is at leisure for personal prayer and confessions at the Shrine.
Afterwards, visit St. Juan Diego’s old home which is the site of the Fifth
and Last Apparition of Our Lady. A church and a well with spring water now
stand at the site where Our Lady appeared and cured Juan Diego’s uncle. If
we are fortunate, we will descend under the Altar to the place where Our
Lady appeared and gave us her name of Our Lady of Guadalupe. There will be
an opportunity to get spring water to bring home. We end this memorable
day with a joyful Farewell Dinner remembering all the good times spent
together as pilgrims. (B, D)
Optional Tour: After dinner, travel by motor-coach to the historic
and gorgeous ‘Palacio de Bellas Artes’ (Palace of Fine Arts) to enjoy an
unforgettable show (optional tour for an extra cost, but highly
recommended – details will be mailed to you). The Ballet Folklórico de
México de Amalia Hernández (Mexico’s Folkloric Ballet). In addition to
thoroughly enjoying this world renowned show with amazing live music,
colorful costumes and incredible dancers, the show will also help us
understand more about the rich Mexican culture and its people. (More
information will be mailed to you).
Day 7: Adios Mexico!
The last day commences with our last breakfast as the luggage is being
loaded into the motor-coach. Depart for Benito Juarez International
Airport with plenty of time for check in and extra security. As your
flight takes off, take one last look at a land filled with history and
culture; a land that gained the love and admiration of our late Holy
Father; a land where our Lady converted and continues to convert many,
many people! (B)
“¡Adiós México! Te quiero mi Guadalupe.”
There is US Immigration and US Customs upon arrival in the U.S.A. Welcome
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Day Trip Inclusions:
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Round Trip Air Transportation to Mexico
City from Origin cities specified in registration (see registration).
Airfare available from other cities – call for price difference
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Round trip airport/hotel/airport transfers
in Mexico in private Air Conditioned Motor-coach (for those traveling
with group from Chicago – and those arriving before group arrives)
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Accommodations in Puebla and Mexico City.
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13 Meals: 6 breakfasts, 3 Buffet Lunches
and 4 Dinners (most beverages not included).
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Private motor-coach transportation with
driver.
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Full touring program including Panoramic,
Archeological and Cultural Tours to Historical and Religious places of
interest.
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All entrance ticket fees to compliment the
itinerary.
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Spiritual Program including Rosaries,
Meditations, Holy Mass & Sacrament of the Reconciliation.
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Breakfast service, Lunch, Dinner & Bell
Captain gratuities
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Local, Sales & Hospitality Taxes
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Roman Catholic Priest as Pilgrimage
Chaplain/Spiritual Director.
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Official tour guide certified by the
Mexican Government.
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US Based Tour Director/coordinator
Does Not Include:
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U.S. & Mexico’s airport
fees, departure fees, transportation taxes, & fuel
surcharges (approximately $175)
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Tour Guide’s gratuity
(Suggested: $6 per day, per person)
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Bus Driver (Suggested:
$4 per day, per person)
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*Optional Trip to the
Palace of Fine Arts for the beautiful World Renowned Folkloric Ballet of
Mexico. (Optional trip has an additional cost - will be notified to
you after confirmation)
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$175.00 per person)
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- Optional Land Only: $1299.00 per person based on double
room (additional $250.00 for single room land only)
- Optional Triple Occupancy: $1574.00 per person based on
triple
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more for single occupancy)
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- 94 to 65 days
prior to departure.........................$50% of tour cost
- 64 to 35 days
prior to departure ........................$75% of tour cost
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to departure .......................No Refunds
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