PROGRAM OF ACTIONUhHOLY YEAR

FRANCE – SPAIN – BỒ DIG ITALY

Departures November 16 – November 26

Day 1: (Sunday, November 16, 2025) USA – PARIS

ON FLIGHT. Passengers gather at the airport to complete check-in procedures for the flight to Paris.

Day 2: (Monday, November 17, 2025) Paris City Tour

Guests will have breakfast at the hotel. Departure for sightseeing:

• Montmartre Hill – This beautiful hill, once a source of inspiration for many famous painters and musicians such as Picasso, Modigliani, Van Gogh, Renoir… was originally called the “Martyr Hill,” where Parisians paid their respects to Saint Denis.
• Sacre Coeur Basilica Built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, its pristine white facade against the blue French sky has become an iconic symbol of Paris. The cathedral is decorated in the Roman-Byzantine style with vibrant stained-glass windows dating from 1920-1930. The Sacre Coeur bell tower houses the Savoyarde bell, the largest in France. Situated on a hilltop, the cathedral offers stunning panoramic views of Paris.
• Miraculous Medal Church – The Miraculous Image – the place where the Virgin Mary appeared to Saint Catherine Laboure in 1830. The Virgin Mary entrusted her with the mission of promoting veneration of her through this image, often called the “Miraculous Image.” She promised: “All who carry this image with complete trust will receive many great graces.” The heart of Saint Vincent de Paul is also preserved here.
• Taking souvenir photos by the Arc de Triomphe. – The Arc de Triomphe – one of France's most famous historical symbols. It was built by Napoleon in 1806 and completed in 1836 to honor the army. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier lies beneath the Arc de Triomphe since November 11, 1920.
• Take souvenir photos next to the Eiffel Tower (the tower is a 1-minute walk from the ferry terminal). – a 325-meter-high steel structure located in the Champ-de-Mars park, next to the Seine River in Paris. This structure was built by Gustave Eiffel and his colleagues for the 1889 World's Fair, which also commemorated the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.

Have dinner and relax at the hotel. Overnight stay in Paris.

Day 3: (Tuesday, November 18, 2025) PARIS – LOURDES       

In the morning, guests will have breakfast at the hotel. Check out procedures will be completed. The vehicle and tour guide will then take guests on a sightseeing tour:

• Notre Dame Cathedral – Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris: Located on the Ile de la Cité island in the middle of the Seine River, this cathedral was built between 1103 and 1250. This Gothic cathedral features large stained-glass windows that let in sunlight. The facade of the cathedral has stone sculptures depicting the Virgin Mary with the infant Jesus, Jesus with his disciples, the Resurrection, and Judgment Day.
• Champs Elysees Avenue – one of the world's most famous avenues, connecting the Concorde and Etoile squares.

At the appointed time, a vehicle will take you to the TGV station to catch the train to Lourdes – a small city in southwestern France known worldwide for the apparition of the Virgin Mary to Bernadette Soubirous in 1854. Overnight stay in Lourdes.

Day 4: (Wednesday, November 19, 2025) LOURDES       

Guests will have breakfast. Departure for sightseeing:

• • Basilica of the Immaculate Conception – The Basilica of Immaculate Conception – is located on the mountaintop, just behind the Massabielle cave and above the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and is therefore also known as the Upper Church.
  • The underground church is named after Pope Pius X. – with a capacity of 20,000 people.

• The Church of the Virgin Mary in Lourdes – This church is particularly famous for its sacredness, especially the statue of Our Lady of Lourdes in the grotto. It is this church that has given the city of Lourdes a unique spiritual importance in the world.
• Cave of the Virgin Mary's Apparition – Grottes de L'apparition, also known as Grotte Massabielle, is a cave where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to Saint Bernadette.
• Join the Stations of the Cross – The Way of the Cross – the 2 km long Way of the Cross – depicts the 15 stations that Jesus went through.

Have dinner and rest at the hotel. Afterwards, participate in the communal procession with the community. Overnight stay in Lourdes.

Day 5: (Thursday, November 20, 2025) LOURDES – SALAMANCA      

After breakfast, the group departed for Salamanca. Upon arrival in Salamanca, the group had lunch at a restaurant.

Have dinner and rest at the hotel. Overnight stay in Salamanca.

Day 6: (Friday, November 21, 2025) SALAMANCA – FATIMA 

After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, the group will be taken by car for sightseeing:

• New Cathedral – The New Cathedral was built between the 16th and 18th centuries in the late Gothic and Baroque styles. Famous for its elaborately decorated facade, especially the carved astronaut figure, it's a special attraction for visitors.
• Old Cathedral – The Old Cathedral, located right next to the New Cathedral, was built in the 12th century in the Romanesque style. Inside the cathedral is a large painting, “El Juicio Final” (The Last Judgment), by the artist Nicolás Florentino. This is an ideal place to learn about the history of Christianity in Salamanca.
• Plaza Mayor in Salamanca Plaza Mayor – the city's central square and iconic landmark, built in the 18th century in the Baroque style. The square has a perfect rectangular shape, surrounded by rows of buildings with harmonious balconies, creating an elegant and cozy atmosphere. It's a place where locals gather and chat, and a favorite spot for tourists to enjoy coffee or tapas. Each archway is decorated with portraits of famous historical figures, making the place both beautiful and rich in cultural value. In the evening, Plaza Mayor is brilliantly illuminated, becoming a stunning place for strolling and taking photos.

After having lunch at a local restaurant, the group traveled to Fatima.

Participate in community activities and enjoy free time for shopping. Transportation will be provided for sightseeing:

• Basilica of Our Lady of Fatima.
• Loca do Cabeco – the place where the Angel appeared to Jacinta, Francisco, and Lucia.

• In the evening, the group participated in the procession of the Virgin Mary and the evening candlelight vigil along with thousands of pilgrims from all over the world.

Have lunch at a local restaurant. Have dinner and rest at the hotel. Overnight stay in Fatima.

Day 7: (Saturday, November 22, 2025) Fatima – Lisbon – Rome       

In the morning, guests will have breakfast at the hotel and check out. The vehicle will then take the group for sightseeing:

• Holy Trinity Church – The Church of the Most Holy Trinity, inaugurated on October 12, 2007, to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, is the largest church in Portugal and the fourth largest Catholic church in the world.

Then we'll depart for Lisbon to catch our flight to Rome.

Have dinner and rest at the hotel. Overnight stay in Rome.

Day 08: (Sunday, 23/11/25) ROME – THE ANNUNCIATION      

After breakfast at the hotel, the vehicle will take you on a sightseeing tour:

• Attend the Gospel reading session together The Pope.

• St. Peter's BasilicaOne of the Four Great Basilicas in Rome. The first basilica was built by Emperor Constantine in 320. The current basilica was built over 120 years (1506-1606) during the reigns of 18 papacies under the direction of 12 famous architects such as Bramante, Michelangelo, Raffaello, and Maderno. It is the largest and most beautiful basilica in the world.
• Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore – St. Mary Major's Basilica – one of Rome's four major basilicas, built in the 4th century. According to legend, the Virgin Mary appeared to John and Pope Liberius (352-366) and asked them to build a church in her honor and the place where the snow fell on the Esquilino Hill around the night of August 4th and the morning of August 5th, 358. Therefore, the people venerated her with the title "Our Lady of the Snow," later changed to "Our Lady of God" after the Council of Ephesus proclaimed the dogma of Our Lady of God in 431. This is the only basilica in Rome that still retains its original architectural features. It houses a wooden manger where Jesus lay at his birth in Bethlehem. 
• Take photos outside.  Colosseum – The Colosseum is a large amphitheater in the city of Rome, built between approximately 70 and 72 AD during the reign of Emperor Vespasian. Having weathered many historical upheavals, the Colosseum still stands as a masterpiece of time.

• Palatine Hill – Located near the Titus Gate, visitors can explore newly unearthed sites such as the House of Augustus and the Domitian Stadium. From the Palatine, visitors can see the Maximus Theatre, where famous horse races took place.

Have dinner and rest at the hotel. Overnight stay in Rome.

Day 9: (Monday, 24/11/25) ROME

After breakfast at the hotel, the vehicle will take you on a sightseeing tour:

• Church of St. Paul Outside the Walls: Basilica of Saint Paul Outside Wall – It is one of the four most important ancient cathedrals in Rome, built by Emperor Constantine on the burial site of Saint Paul.
• Basilica of St. John Lateran –
  After issuing the Edict of Milan in 313 granting the Catholic Church religious freedom throughout the Roman Empire, Emperor Constantine commissioned the construction of the Basilica of Lateran between 313 and 318 to honor the Savior. This is the Mother and Head (Mater et Caput) of all churches in the world. During the pontificate of Pope Gregory I (590-604), the basilica was dedicated to both Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Apostle. Pope Lucius II established its current name, the Basilica of St. John Lateran, in 1144. From the 4th to the 14th centuries, this basilica was the center of the Roman Church, the seat and symbol of the Pope.
• Holy Stairs – According to tradition, Jesus ascended the steps to be judged by Pilate in his palace, and the blood of Jesus was found on the steps. On the Holy Stairs is the Holy Chapel containing very precious relics.
• The Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem – A place that houses many precious relics: A nail once used to crucify Jesus; two thorns from His Crown of Thorns; a finger belonging to Saint Thomas; a fragment of the good thief's cross; three fragments from the cross of Jesus; an ark containing small pieces of the crucifix; and especially a piece of wood from the cross of Jesus inscribed with the word "Nazere" in Hebrew, Latin, and Greek.

Return to the hotel for dinner and rest. Overnight stay in Rome.

Day 10: (Tuesday, 25/11/25) ROME – USA 

Guests check out of the hotel, taking their breakfast with them. A vehicle will then transfer guests to the airport for their flight back to the USA.

Day 11: (Wednesday, 26/11/25) USA 

Please complete immigration procedures. We look forward to seeing you on future Carnival tours.

TOUR PRICE:  $ 2,990.00 / GUEST*

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Tour Price Includes

• Domestic flight tickets. Checked baggage allowance: 20 kg + 1 small carry-on bag (40 x 20 x 25 cm) – subject to airline regulations. If you require additional checked baggage, please pay the fee as per airline regulations.
• Airport security fees, fuel surcharges, airport taxes.
• 3-4 star hotels, 2-3 people per room/night.
• Three meals a day, entrance tickets, and transportation as per the itinerary.
• The tour guide speaks English and Vietnamese.
• A separate Mass is celebrated for the group each day.
• The spiritual director accompanied the group throughout the entire journey.
• Carnival gifts.

Tour Price Excludes...

• Round-trip economy class international multi-gateway air tickets from the USA. Please contact our office for assistance. 
• Travel insurance. 
• Tips for local guides and drivers.
• Single room supplement applies. 
• Surcharge for business class airfare (if applicable).
• Checked baggage fees apply to baggage outside the standard allowance of European domestic airlines.
• Visits outside the scheduled program, personal expenses, excess baggage fees, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
• Any additional fuel surcharge may apply at the time of ticket issuance (if applicable).
• Visa fees. 

PAYMENT METHODS

• Phase 1: $1,495.00 upon registration
• Phase 2: Full payment due before October 15th

CANCEL TOUR

• Cancellation 100 days before departure: a fee of 25%/person will be charged on top of the tour price. 
• Cancellation 90 days before departure: a fee of 50%/person will be charged on top of the tour price. 
• Cancellation 60 days before departure: a fee of 75%/person will be charged on top of the tour price.
• Cancellation 30 days before departure: a 100% fee will be charged for the tour price.
• If a customer is not present at the departure time, the tour will be considered cancelled and no refunds will be given.
• Carnival reserves the right to cancel tours 30 days before departure and issue refunds for any reason. The company will refund the cost of non-visits included in the tour program and airfare.

NOTE

• Tour prices do not apply to personal or commercial visits.
• The company will not be responsible for the loss of attractions in the following cases: attractions being closed without prior notice, traffic congestion, or guests staying at a location beyond the allotted time.
• The company is not responsible for flight delays caused by the customer's failure to be present at the airport as required by the airline or for personal reasons of the customer.
• Because fuel costs may increase at the time of ticket issuance without prior notice, we will present the airline's official document regarding any surcharge increase (if applicable) and request that customers agree to the corresponding price increase.
• Depending on the actual situation, the order of the attractions in the itinerary may change, but all the attractions originally planned will still be included.
• In objective circumstances such as terrorism, natural disasters, visa processing delays by the Consulate, or changes in the schedules of public transportation such as airplanes and trains, the travel company reserves the right to change the itinerary for the convenience and safety of customers and will be exempt from liability for compensation for any resulting damages.
• Passengers aged 75 and above are required to provide a certificate of good health for international travel issued by a doctor and a health commitment form to the company. A healthy family member under 60 years of age must accompany them.
• Please read the inclusions and exclusions carefully before booking the tour to avoid any confusion or misunderstanding about the services offered.

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HOLY YEAR PILGRIMAGE - NOVEMBER

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Wishing you a blessed pilgrimage!