Join All Saints Parish on a Pilgrimage to
The Holy Land & Rome



Spiritual Director: Fr. Don Wester

Group Leader: Diane Valentine

February 14 - 23, 2016
| $3,699 from Saint Louis, STL

Optional Post Tour to Rome
| $799


 

 

Tel Aviv * Tiberias * Caesarea * Stella Maris * Nazareth * Mt. Tabor * Sea of Galilee * Jerusalem * Bethlehem * Ein Karem * Bethany * Jericho
Baptismal Site * Dead Sea * Mt. of Olives * Gethsemame * Mt. Zion
Via Dolorosa * Holy Sepulchre

 

 

 

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YOUR TRIP INCLUDES:
Round-trip airfare from St. Louis STL
All airport taxes & surcharges
8 nights at centrally located first class hotels: (or similar)
      ~ 3 nights: Caesar Hotel, Tiberias
      ~ 5 nights: Dan Jerusalem, Jerusalem

Post Optional Rome:

      ~ 3 nights: Hotel Quirinale, Rome
Transfers as per itinerary
Breakfast and Dinner daily
Lunch Daily in the Holy Land
Wine with dinners
Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
Free Wi-Fi on motor coach in Holy Land
Whisper Headsets where needed
Assistance of a professional local Christian guide
(s)
Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
Mass daily & Spiritual activities
Luggage handling
(1 piece per person)
Tips to hotel staff, restaurants, luggage handlers
Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents

Optional:
Travel Insurance (www.206tours.com/insurance)
Extended Cancellation Protection Plan @ $299 (www.206tours.com/cancellationprotection)

Not Included:

Tips to your guide & driver. Beverages not mentioned. Lunches in Rome. Items of a personal nature.

 


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Sample Day-by-Day Itinerary:

Day 1, Sun Feb 14: Depart Saint Louis
Board your flight for the start of your journey to Tel Aviv, with complimentary meals and beverages served on board.

Day 2, Mon Feb 15: Arrive Tel Aviv – Tiberias
Upon arrival in Tel Aviv Airport you will find your luggage and exit the baggage claim into the arrivals hall where you will be greeted by your tour escort and/or driver. After a warm welcome to Israel, you will be escorted to your transportation. We visit the port of Jaffa, then travel up the coast to the Carmel Mountains, heading for Galilee. We arrive in Tiberias in time to enjoy a delicious buffet dinner at our hotel before retiring for the evening. Time allows, we will stop at Caesarea where we will visit the Roman and Crusader ruins, where Paul was held prisoner by the Romans. Dinner & overnight Tiberias

Day 3, Tue Feb 16: Stella Maris - Cana, Nazareth Village, Nazareth, Basilica of the Annunciation & Mary’s Well
After a filling breakfast we depart to Haifa where we will visit Stella Maris, a Carmelite Monastery which houses the Madonna of Mt. Carmel. We continue our journey to Mukhraka where Elijah confronted the false prophets of Baal and where the Carmelite Order began. Our next stop is Cana, the village where Jesus performed his first miracle changing water into wine. Our pilgrim couples will have a special opportunity to renew their wedding vows during our Mass. We drive to nearby Nazareth, where we will visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, Mary's Well and the Church of the Angel Gabriel. We will enjoy a tour of the village of Nazareth before we return to Tiberias for our dinner and a restful overnight.

Day 4, Wed Feb 17: Tiberias: Sea of Galilee
Theme: The Ministry of Christ in the Galilee
After breakfast we start with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. After this, see the remains of a boat that dates back to the time of Jesus, found buried in mud. Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, scene of Jesus’ great Sermon on the Mount. Nearby is Tabgha, where Jesus fed the crowd of 5,000 and onto the site known as “Peter’s Primacy”. Here, after His resurrection, Jesus met with His disciples and told Peter to “feed my lambs; feed my sheep.” [John 21:9]. After lunch, we visit the remains of the fishing village of Magdala (Aramaic for “elegant”). During the time of Jesus it was a thriving place that exported dried fish and garum (a fish sauce reduction popular in Roman cooking). Excavations done by the Franciscans in the 1970s revealed the residential area of the village and the docks where the fishing boats would unload the fish caught in the Sea of Galilee. In 2009 a chance discovery revealed a 1stCentury synagogue at the entrance to the village from West. It is also assumed that Mary Magdalen was born here. End the day at Capernaum, from where Jesus launched his Ministry; see the synagogue which dates to the time of Jesus and the Church built over the site of Peter’s home. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.

Day 5, Thu Feb 18: Jordan River - Mt. Tabor – Jericho – Jordan River - Jerusalem
Theme: The Transfiguration
Today, after breakfast, drive to Mount Tabor, the site of the Transfiguration, with time to reflect on Christ’s Humanity and Divinity. Mass here will be a good preparation for the journey to Jerusalem where Jesus was to suffer the crucifixion and resurrection. Drive down the Jordan Valley to Jericho, the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world, where we view Mt Temptation and an example of a Sycamore Tree. Visit the Baptismal site on the Jordan River then to Jerusalem, where you check-in to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 6, Fri Feb 19: Jerusalem: Temple Model - Ein Karem - Bethlehem
Theme: The Visitation and Nativity
Begin the day with a visit to the Second Temple scale model for an overview of Jerusalem as it was at the time of Jesus. A short drive takes us to the village of Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptist, to visit the Church that commemorates his memory. Pray the Mystery of the Rosary on the walk up the hill to the Church of the Visitation. In the afternoon visit Bethlehem to see the cave at the Shepherds’ Field. The caves have soot marks of the fires that shepherd’s lit to keep warm while watching over their flocks. In the afternoon we will depart to Bethlehem, beginning at Manger Square, which stands in front of one of the oldest of Christian Churches, the Church of the Nativity. Enter the Church and down to the Grotto of the Nativity which marks the spot of Jesus’ birth. Beneath the Altar, there is a silver star with the Latin inscription: HIC DE VIRGINE MARIA JESUS CHRISTUS NATUS (Here Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary.) After Mass we will return to the hotel in Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight.

Day 7, Sat Feb 20: Bethany - Dead Sea
Theme: Early Years in Jerusalem & the Wilderness.
This morning drive down the Jordan Valley to Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Afterwards there may be time for a dip in the Dead Sea for those who want to. Drive through the Judean Wilderness where Jesus spent 40 days fasting, and it is in this area that John the Baptist lived and baptized Christ. Then to Bethany where He raised Lazarus from the dead. Celebrate Mass here before returning to the hotel. Dinner and overnight.

Day 8, Sun Feb 21: Jerusalem: Mt. Of Olives - Gethsemane - Mt. Zion - W. Wall
Theme: Palm Sunday and the Agony in the Garden
From the Mount of Olives take in the panoramic view of Jerusalem. Then to the Pater Noster Shrine, where Jesus taught His disciples the Pater Noster — The Lord’s Prayer (Luke 11:1-4). Walking down the Palm Sunday Road stop at the beautiful little Church, Dominus Flevit - “The Lord wept.” It was here that Jesus wept over Jerusalem [Luke 19:41]. At Gethsemane reflect on Jesus’ final night. The Garden contains trees, the roots of which go back to the time of Jesus. Visit the Church of All Nations to pray at the “Rock of Agony,” a section of bedrock identified as the place where Jesus prayed alone in the garden on the night of His arrest. Visit the Western Wall, to see all that remains of the Temple compound that dates to the time of Jesus. From here we will continue to the house of the High Priest Caiaphas where He was interrogated and imprisoned. Now called Peter in Gallicantu (“crowing rooster”), this beautiful Church also commemorates Peter’s Denial of Christ, his repentance and then being forgiven by Jesus. After Mass we will go up to Mt. Zion to visit the Upper Room, which commemorates the Last Supper. Nearby is the Benedictine Church of the Dormition. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.

Day 9, Mon Feb 22: Jerusalem: Via Dolorosa - Holy Sepulchre
Theme: The Way of the Cross, The Crucifixion, The Resurrection
This morning we start the Via Dolorosa (The Way of the Cross) at the Antonia Fortress, where Jesus was condemned to death by Pontius Pilate. From there He was taken through the city to be crucified. The Stations of the Cross lead, through the markets of the Old City to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Here is the site of Calvary and the Tomb of Christ. Mass will be in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. After breakfast visit the Church of St Anne’s, the Pool of Bethesda and the Sisters of Zion. This afternoon there will be time to revisit the Old City. Dinner and Overnight.

Day 10, Tue Feb 23: Tel Aviv – Saint Louis
Transfer to airport for the flight home.
Or continue on to the Optional Post Tour to Rome

 

 


 

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Pilgrimage Options:  
Holy Land: Private Room $799
Optional Rome Post Tour: $799
Post Tour: Private Room $259
Business Class Trans-Atlantic Upgrade (one-way) - pending availability $1,850
Business Class Trans-Atlantic Upgrade (round trip) - pending availability $3,700
First Class available upon request
Children's discounts for children under 12 upon request

 




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Israel
Additional Information & Travel Tips:    Italy

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OR Optional 3 Night Post-Tour to Rome

Day 10, Tue Feb 23: Jerusalem - Tel Aviv - Rome 
Today we depart from the Holy Land for on flight to Rome. Upon arrival in Rome you will be met by your driver and transfer to the hotel where you will meet the rest of your group. This afternoon our guide will introduce us to our fellow pilgrims and our priest who will be with us for the rest of the journey. We will make our way to Mass, followed by a welcome dinner with wine. This evening we will walk to St. Peter’s Square for Rosary (optional).

Day 11, Wed Feb 24: Rome: Papal Audience – Trevi Fountain / Piazza Novona – Basilica of St. John the Lateran and St. Mary Major – Holy Steps
Following breakfast, we will make our way to St. Peter’s Square to attend the Papal Audience, led by His Holiness, Pope Francis. (Papal Audience: Is scheduled to take place every Wednesday, pending the schedule of Pope Francis.) Following the audience, we will make our way to the Trevi Fountain built in the 15th Century to mark the ending destination of the Aqua Virgo – a man-made channel erected in 19 B.C or Piazza Novona where at the center: Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi “Fountain of the Four Rivers. After free time for lunch we will visit the Basilica of St. John the Lateran, the Pope’s Cathedral Church where relics of both Peter and Paul remain under the main altar. It was here that Pope Francis was formally installed as Bishop of Rome. Next we cross the street to see the Holy Staircase which is believed to be a staircase from Pilate’s palace in Jerusalem and brought to Rome by St. Helen in the 4th century. Time permitting we may climb the steps on our knees in memory of Christ’s Passion. Continue to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, the most important and the oldest Church dedicated to Our Lady. St. Mary Major contains a relic from the manger of the infant Jesus. We will celebrate Mass, and then make our way to dinner and overnight.

Day 12, Thu Feb 25: Rome: Vatican Museum – Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls - Catacombs
Following breakfast, we will depart to celebrate Mass in the largest Church in Christendom, St Peter's Basilica, built on the site where St Peter was martyred. Unsurpassed in beauty, a monument to the long history of the Catholic Church, to which pilgrims come from around the world, St Peter's is the grandest of the world's Churches. Marvel at the Pieta and Bernini's amazing bronze canopy. Following Mass, we will visit of the Vatican Museums, containing a group of the most impressive edifices with hundreds of galleries filled with art treasures. See awe-inspiring relics, and works of art donated throughout centuries as tributes of faith. We'll cover The Tapestry Gallery, The Raphael Rooms and the most overwhelming Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's Masterpiece, restored mural of the Last Judgment. The tour ends as we make our way back into St. Peter’s Basilica. Pope Francis visited the tomb of St. Peter, following his elevation, for a visit of devotion that lasted 45 minutes. He is the first Pontiff to visit the necropolis since extensive archaeological excavations were conducted at the ancient site decades ago. We will also visit the tomb of St. John Paul II located at the Vatican. There will be free time for lunch, and then we will continue on to visit St Paul. Outside the Walls. Continue our tour via the Appian Way -- the oldest road from Roman times--plus the famous Domino Quo Vadis Chapel; see the ancient Baths of Caracalla, Arch of Drusus; Tomb of Celilia Metella, and the catacombs of St Callixtus where the early Christians hid themselves to escape persecution. We will conclude our day and wonderful stay in Rome with dinner at a local restaurant in Rome.

Day 13, Fri Feb 26: Rome Airport – USA
Following breakfast, we will board our bus that will bring us to Rome Airport for our return flights home.

 


 

The Holy Land: In the footsteps of Jesus:
If you desire to draw closer to Jesus of Nazareth, come, as we follow in His footsteps. Each day of your pilgrimage you will have time to renew and affirm your faith; to pray and reflect. The Scriptures will come alive as you visit Our Lord's homeland. You will be inspired by the natural beauty of the landscape, in addition to its rich historical heritage It is an encounter that has changed the lives of many pilgrims, an act of faith and prayer. Pilgrims have been traveling to the Holy Land for hundreds of years, and as part of your pilgrimage, we include many of the rich traditions that have evolved over time. The maxim at the entrance to the Church of the Nativity says: “We are hoping that: If you enter here as a tourist, you would exit as a pilgrim. If you enter here as a pilgrim, you would exit as a holier one.” We pray that same will occur when you join 206 Tours pilgrimage.

 

About Rome:
Rome has been one of history's most powerful and important cities, along with home to the Roman Catholic Church, the Pope, and the site of the Vatican City. First built in 337, St. Peter's Basilica lies over the tomb of St. Peter. Contained within is a vast array of the most beautiful artwork ever assembled, reflecting the immensity, beauty, vastness, majesty, glory and awesomeness of God.







The Old City, Jerusalem, Israel
     
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St. Peter's Basilica, Rome, Italy
     





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Church of Nativity
Mount of Beatitudes, Galilee, Israel


Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, Israel


Basilica of Annunciation, Nazareth, Israel

Church of Nativity
Jesus Birthplace, Church of Nativity, Bethlehem, Israel


Dead Sea, Israel

Church of Nativity
Rock of Agony, Church of All Nations, Israel


Church, Ein Karem, Israel


POST TOUR TO ROME


His Holiness Pope Francis, The Vatican, Rome


St. Peters Basilica, Rome, Italy

The Holy Steps, Rome, Italy


Basilica St. Paul Outside the Walls, Rome Italy

 
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