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OCP Pilgrimages invites you to accompany us to Portugal, Spain and Lourdes April 20 – May 3, 2017 $4,999* For more information or to register contact: Carol Stahl 800-547-8992 or [email protected] PO Box 18030 Portland, Oregon 97218-0030 TERMS AND CONDITIONS TOUR PRICE: Fees are based on tariffs and currency exchange rates in effect in July 2016, and are subject to change should there be a rate revision prior to departure. The tour price of $4,999* is based on a minimum of 30 passengers. Cancellation of the pilgrimage is possible if fewer than 30 sign up. ACCOMMODATIONS: Pilgrims stay in first class hotels, based on double occupancy with private facilities. Single room supplement is $450, based on availability. Requests for a roommate will be accommodated, when possible, but are not guaranteed. The single-room supplement will be assessed if a roommate is not available when the group is finalized. MEALS: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided as indicated in the itinerary. TIPS AND TAXES: Extra costs normally appearing on hotel and restaurant bills as “services” are included in tour price, as are all government and local taxes on hotels and meals. Airport fees, departure taxes and fuel surcharges are not included, and will be billed at time of ticketing. SIGHTSEEING: Travel will be by modern, air-conditioned motor coach, including services of English-speaking guide and entrance fees paid to all sites on itinerary. Masses at churches indicated are subject to availability. NOT INCLUDED: 1) Optional travel insurance is not included. Enclosed insurance recommendation form must be signed to acknowledge that you have read the recommendation. 2) Also not included are meals not included in itinerary, plus laundry, wines, liquors, sightseeing or services other than those specifically listed, items of a personal nature, and excess baggage charges. 3) *Airport fees, departure taxes and fuel surcharges are calculated at the prevailing rate at the time of ticketing, and will be billed at that time. ASSISTANCE: Pilgrims who require personal assistance must be accompanied by a paying passenger who will provide that assistance. DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION: A deposit of $500 per person is required to secure reservations, all of which will be applied to the price of the tour, with the balance to be paid in full no later than March 17. Written cancellations must be received by OCP Pilgrimages prior to January 18, 2017 to receive a refund. Participants who cancel after January 18, or after registration has been closed, are responsible for the entire cost of the pilgrimage. AIR TRANSPORTATION: Round trip air transportation is provided between Portland/ Lisbon and Barcelona/Portland in economy class jet via Delta Air Lines. If pilgrims cancel after January 18, 207, or after tickets are written, whichever comes first, 100 percent of airfare will be forfeited by passenger. All airfares are subject to government approval and may change without notice. INSURANCE: We recommend everyone purchase travel insurance. We urge this because insurance is not included in the tour price. Because of the cost of medical care outside the United States, and since Medicare does not provide coverage outside the U.S., there is the possibility that your own insurance provider may not cover you. Additionally, high costs are associated with escorted air evacuation. You will receive a Travel Insurance Recommendation form. This form must be signed and returned to OCP Pilgrimages with your initial deposit. RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY: OCP Pilgrimages and participating tour operators operate the land tours and cruise as agents of the hotels, bus operators, sightseeing contractors and others who provide the actual land and sea arrangements. They are not liable for any act, omission, delay, injury, loss, damage or non-performance occurring in connection with these arrangements. Air carriers and other transportation companies whose services are featured in these tours are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board. The contract in use by these companies when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the companies and the purchaser of the tours and/or passage. MISCELLANOUS FEES: All changes must be received in writing and may incur a charge for each revision. Deposits received after January 18, 2017, may incur a late registration fee. LAND ARRANGEMENTS: The tour operator reserves the right to change the itinerary because of emergencies or extenuating circumstances beyond our control. Tour 2016-034 Msgr. Rick Paperini will lead the pilgrimage Sunday, April 30: Lourdes Set in beautiful mountain scenery, Lourdes is the most famous Marian shrine in Europe, thanks to 18 apparitions of Our Lady, who appeared to Bernadette Soubirous between February and July of 1858. See the Grotto where Mary appeared, the three Basilicas, and the Boly Mill, where St. Bernadette was born. Bathe in the water of Lourdes, and take part in the torchlight procession. (Breakfast and Dinner) Monday, May 1: Montserrat/ Barcelona Cross the mountains into Spain again and visit Montserrat, known for the statue of the Black Madonna, a sculpture carved from wood, located in the Basilica. In 1844 Pope Leo XIII declared the Virgin of Montserrat the Patroness of Catalonia. Then continue to the coast and Barcelona, second city of Spain. Barcelona is known for its mix of Gothic and Modern architecture, which give the city a unique flavor, while much of the infrastructure was rebuilt or improved for the 1992 Olympic Games held here. (Breakfast and Dinner) Tuesday, May 2: Barcelona Visit the Basilica de la Sagrada Família, the still-unfinished masterpiece of Antonio Gaudi, on our morning sightseeing tour. Also see his Parc Guell, resembling an enchanted forest lined with extravagant fantasy architecture. Drive the Passeig de Gracia, a wide boulevard containing the best examples of Modernist architecture, and enjoy the special atmosphere of Spain’s liveliest city. Following a free afternoon, reconvene for a special farewell dinner this evening. (Breakfast and Dinner) Wednesday, May 3: Departure Adeu to Barcelona as we transfer to the airport for the flight home. (Breakfast) Fatima Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes Playa de la Concha, San Sebastian Black Madonna of Montserrat
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OCP Pilgrimages invites youto accompany us to
Portugal, Spainand LourdesApril 20 – May 3, 2017
$4,999*
For more information or to register contact:Carol Stahl
800-547-8992 or [email protected]
PO Box 18030Portland, Oregon 97218-0030
TERMS AND CONDITIONSTOUR PRICE: Fees are based on tariffs and currency exchange rates in effect in July 2016, and are subject to change should there be a rate revision prior to departure. The tour price of $4,999* is based on a minimum of 30 passengers. Cancellation of the pilgrimage is possible if fewer than 30 sign up.ACCOMMODATIONS: Pilgrims stay in first class hotels, based on double occupancy with private facilities. Single room supplement is $450, based on availability. Requests for a roommate will be accommodated, when possible, but are not guaranteed. The single-room supplement will be assessed if a roommate is not available when the group is finalized.MEALS: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided as indicated in the itinerary.TIPS AND TAXES: Extra costs normally appearing on hotel and restaurant bills as “services” are included in tour price, as are all government and local taxes on hotels and meals. Airport fees, departure taxes and fuel surcharges are not included, and will be billed at time of ticketing.SIGHTSEEING: Travel will be by modern, air-conditioned motor coach, including services of English-speaking guide and entrance fees paid to all sites on itinerary. Masses at churches indicated are subject to availability.NOT INCLUDED: 1) Optional travel insurance is not included. Enclosed insurance recommendation form must be signed to acknowledge that you have read the recommendation. 2) Also not included are meals not included in itinerary, plus laundry, wines, liquors, sightseeing or services other than those specifically listed, items of a personal nature, and excess baggage charges. 3) *Airport fees, departure taxes and fuel surcharges are calculated at the prevailing rate at the time of ticketing, and will be billed at that time.ASSISTANCE: Pilgrims who require personal assistance must be accompanied by a paying passenger who will provide that assistance.DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION: A deposit of $500 per person is required to secure reservations, all of which will be applied to the price of the tour, with the balance to be paid in full no later than March 17. Written cancellations must be received by OCP Pilgrimages prior to January 18, 2017 to receive a refund. Participants who cancel after January 18, or after registration has been closed, are responsible for the entire cost of the pilgrimage.AIR TRANSPORTATION: Round trip air transportation is provided between Portland/Lisbon and Barcelona/Portland in economy class jet via Delta Air Lines. If pilgrims cancel after January 18, 207, or after tickets are written, whichever comes first, 100 percent of airfare will be forfeited by passenger. All airfares are subject to government approval and may change without notice.INSURANCE: We recommend everyone purchase travel insurance. We urge this because insurance is not included in the tour price. Because of the cost of medical care outside the United States, and since Medicare does not provide coverage outside the U.S., there is the possibility that your own insurance provider may not cover you. Additionally, high costs are associated with escorted air evacuation. You will receive a Travel Insurance Recommendation form. This form must be signed and returned to OCP Pilgrimages with your initial deposit.RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY: OCP Pilgrimages and participating tour operators operate the land tours and cruise as agents of the hotels, bus operators, sightseeing contractors and others who provide the actual land and sea arrangements. They are not liable for any act, omission, delay, injury, loss, damage or non-performance occurring in connection with these arrangements. Air carriers and other transportation companies whose services are featured in these tours are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board. The contract in use by these companies when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the companies and the purchaser of the tours and/or passage.MISCELLANOUS FEES: All changes must be received in writing and may incur a charge for each revision. Deposits received after January 18, 2017, may incur a late registration fee.LAND ARRANGEMENTS: The tour operator reserves the right to change the itinerary because of emergencies or extenuating circumstances beyond our control.
Tour 2016-034
Msgr. Rick Paperiniwill lead the pilgrimage
Sunday, April 30: LourdesSet in beautiful mountain scenery, Lourdes is the most famous Marian shrine in Europe, thanks to 18 apparitions of Our Lady, who appeared to Bernadette Soubirous between February and July of 1858. See the Grotto where Mary appeared, the three Basilicas, and the Boly Mill, where St. Bernadette was born. Bathe in the water of Lourdes, and take part in the torchlight procession. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Monday, May 1: Montserrat/BarcelonaCross the mountains into Spain again and visit Montserrat, known for the statue of the Black Madonna, a sculpture carved from wood, located in the Basilica. In 1844 Pope Leo XIII declared the Virgin of Montserrat the Patroness of Catalonia. Then continue to the coast and Barcelona, second city of Spain. Barcelona is known for its mix of Gothic and Modern architecture, which give the city a unique flavor, while much of the infrastructure was rebuilt or improved for the 1992 Olympic Games held here. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Tuesday, May 2: BarcelonaVisit the Basilica de la Sagrada Família, the still-unfinished masterpiece of Antonio Gaudi, on our morning sightseeing tour. Also see his Parc Guell, resembling an enchanted forest lined with extravagant fantasy architecture. Drive the Passeig de Gracia, a wide boulevard containing the best examples of Modernist architecture, and enjoy the special atmosphere of Spain’s liveliest city. Following a free afternoon, reconvene for a special farewell dinner this evening. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Wednesday, May 3: DepartureAdeu to Barcelona as we transfer to the airport for the flight home. (Breakfast)
Fatima
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes
Playa de la Concha, San Sebastian
Black Madonna of Montserrat
Thursday, April 20Depart Portland on a flight to Lisbon, Portugal.
Friday, April 21: FatimaArrive in Lisbon and transfer directly to Fatima via Santarem, where a Eucharistic Miracle took place in 1247. See the host that bled, and visit the church in which it is housed. On arrival in Fatima, check in to our hotel for the first of a two-night stay. (Dinner)
Saturday, April 22: FatimaBetween May 13 and October 13, 1917, Our Lady appeared to three young shepherds near the village of Fatima, telling them to pray. The final apparition, during which she told them that she was the ‘Lady of the Rosary’ and a chapel must be built in her honor, was accompanied by the miracle of the sun, when 70,000 people saw the sun spinning like a wheel of fire. 2017 marks the 100th anniversary of this monumental event. We visit the sanctuary and see the Apparition Chapel, where the statue of Our Lady of Fatima contains the bullet which shot Pope Saint John Paul II. Also see the Rosary Basilica and new Church of the Holy Trinity. Drive a short distance out of Fatima to see where the shepherds lived, and enjoy a free afternoon for personal devotions. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Tuesday, April 25: SalamancaContinue through the historic region of Castile and Léon to Salamanca, founded in pre-Roman times. Its university is Spain’s oldest, and counts Miguel de Cervantes, Hernan Cortes and John of the Cross among its alumni. Enjoy a walking tour before dinner at our hotel. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Wednesday, April 26: MadridFirst stop Alba de Tormes, where we see the relics of Teresa of Avila. Then on to Avila, surrounded by one of Europe’s most complete set of city walls. St. Teresa joined the Carmelite Convent of the Incarnation at the age of 20, and we will visit the church there, as well as the museum next door. Continue to Madrid, capital of Spain, for the first of a two-night stay. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Thursday, April 27: Madrid King Philip II made Madrid his capital in the year 1561, when it was a small village of 10,000 inhabitants. Today the population is around 4 million and still growing, and the city is one of the most modern in Europe. On our morning tour we will see the Royal Palace, Grand Via, Puerta del Sol, Columbus Square, and finish with a visit of the Prado, perhaps the greatest gallery of classical paintings in the world. Enjoy a free afternoon for shopping or more sightseeing. (Breakfast)
Sunday, April 23: Coimbra/Santiago de CompostelaLeave Fatima after breakfast and drive to Coimbra, capital of Portugal before Lisbon, and today a lively university city. Visit the church of the Convent of St. Clare to see the tomb of Queen Saint Elizabeth, wife of King Dinis. On to the University, ratified by King Dinis in 1200, where the library is lavishly decorated with gilded wood. Time permitting, we finish at the church of the Carmelite Convent where Lucia of Fatima was a nun. From Coimbra, we continue north through Portugal, stopping for a photograph in Portugal’s second city, Porto, before crossing the border into the Spanish region of Galicia. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Monday, April 24: Santiago de CompostelaThis morning we enjoy a guided tour of Santiago, which grew up around the tomb of St. James following the establishment of the ‘Way of St. James’ pilgrimage route across northern Spain in the 9th century. Visit the cathedral, site of St. James’ shrine, construction of which began in 1075. The new baroque façade, completed in 1740, is one of the most recognizable structures in the whole country. Then continue through the characteristic old town, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, and have the afternoon free for shopping or sightseeing. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Friday, April 28: San SebastianDrive north into the Basque Country to visit Loyola, home of St. Ignatius, principle founder and first Superior General of the Society of Jesus, or Jesuits. Visit the family’s manor house, where St. Ignatius was born and underwent his conversion, and the Basilica, built by Carlo Fontana in 1738. We stay overnight in San Sebastian. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Saturday, April 29: LourdesEnjoy a morning tour of San Sebastian, one of Spain’s most exclusive vacation resorts thanks to its wonderful site on the coast. Then cross the border into France and follow the Pyrenean Mountains to Lourdes. (Breakfast and Dinner)
Our Lady of Fatima
Cathedral of Santiago
Avila
Royal Palace - Madrid
