10 Days / 9 Nights: Budapest (2 Nights) • Zakopane (1) • Krakow (3) • Auschwitz • Wadowice • Czestochowa (1) • Wambiercyze • Prague (2)
Be immediately awestruck by the beauty of Hungary’s capital Budapest here in the city known as the ‘Paris of the East’.
Budapest overnight (D)
Theme: St Stephen of Hungary
Our pilgrimage day begins with a visit and Mass at the stunning Basilica of St Stephen which houses the saint’s the mummified hand. Also visit the 13th Century Chapel of St Matthias, Parliament Building, Heroes Square, Fisherman’s Bastion and the panorama of Gellert Hill. Dinner Cruise on the River Danube tonight.
Budapest overnight (BD)
Theme: Our Lady of Fatima
Departing Budapest this morning, we journey north crossing into the Slovak Republic and then into Poland and the Alpine Village of Zakopane frequented by a young Karol Wojtyla. Mass in the Church of Our Lady of Fatima.
Zakopane overnight (BD)
Theme: Pope John Paull II
Today we embark on a cable car ride into the Tatras Mountains with its many walking trails. Also here atop Mt Kasprowy we enter the charming wooden Jaszczorowka Chapel so loved by Pope St John Paul II.
Before our arrival into Krakow we enjoy an enthralling tour of the famous Wieliczka Salt Mines, the oldest operational mines in Europe and dating back to the 13th century.
Krakow overnight (BD)
Theme: Sr Faustina and Divine Mercy
Prepare for a memorable day as we retrace the life of St John Paul II in charming Krakow. Visit the Wawel Cathedral and the crypt where he was ordained, St Florians Church housing his underground youth ministry among other highlights.
Afternoon includes an extended time in the Shrine of Divine Mercy to absorb the grace of St Faustina and her apparitions (1931- 1938).
Krakow overnight (BD)
Theme: St Maximillian Kolbe
Full day excursion to Wadowice (the birthplace of Karol Wojtyla) and see his family home and Parish Church. Other memorable moments include Kalwaria Zebrzydowska and a somber tour of Auschwitz Concentration Camp in honor of St Maximillian Kolbe.
Return to Krakow in time for dinner.
Krakow overnight (BD)
Theme: Our Lady of Czestochowa
We farewell Krakow this morning, journeying north by coach to Czestochowa, home to the cherished miraculous icon of Our Lady with the Child Jesus, an object of veneration for centuries (known as the Black Madonna).
We will then tour the Basilica, Treasury, Museum and Knights Hall before praying before the Black Madonna in the ancient chapel.
Czestochowa overnight (BD )
Theme: Our Lady of Wambierzyce
Depart Czestochowa today for the Shrine of Our Lady of Wambierzyce, one of Poland’s great pilgrimage centres. Also visit the intriguing Szopka and its Gospel focused miniature world before travelling to Prague.
Prague overnight (BD)
Theme: Little Infant of Prague
We commence our final day of pilgrimage with a walking tour of Prague. Visit St Vitus Cathedral, the Hradcany area, Prague Castle, Old Town and Tyn Cathedral among other treasures. Our highlight will be a visit to the Church of our Lady of Victories housing the miraculous Holy Infant of Prague.
Prague overnight (BD)
Meal Code: (B) = Breakfast (L) = Lunch (D) = Dinner
Time out – Planned site for extended opportunity for prayer & reflection
Dates
23 Jun-2 Jul
Chaplain
Archpriest Michael Kalka JP
Tour Cost
USD $3990
Tour Code
PM0120 (OB)
Single Room
USD $1090
Supplement
Air & Tour
TBA
Start / Finish
Budapest/Prague
Prepaid Tips
$14 p/day
per person
Dates
27 Jun-6 Jul
Chaplain
TBA
Tour Cost
AUD $4190
Tour Code
PM0121
Single Room
AUD $1150
Supplement
Air & Tour
TBA
Start / Finish
Budapest/Prague
Prepaid Tips
$14 p/day
per person
* Costs are based on prices as at August 2019 and must remain subject to possible change in the event of significant exchange rate variations, airfare, tax & hotel changes or minimum group size factors beyond Harvest’s control. Refer to Harvest Terms & Conditions.
(OB) Oberammergau 2020 optional add-on available
NB: Indicative prices for 2021
In a five-hour-performance, more than 2000 participants bring the story of Jesus of Nazareth to the impressive open-air stage of the Passion Play Theatre. In total, Oberammergau expects 450,000 visitors at 103 playing dates. The Passion Play is uniquely connected to the culture of Bavaria and its well-preserved tradition.
My pilgrimage lifted me out of a spiritual slump. I now have so much more to do with my life.