Depart Manila on board a prestigious airline to Rome, Italy. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment.

Flight details:    

      EK 335 20OCT MNLDXB 2355 0430

      EK 97 21OCT DXBFCO 0910 1325

Welcome to Rome! After immigration clearance at the airport, convey your luggage and board your private coach. Then proceed to visit Major Basilicas namely St. Paul   Outside the Walls, built during the reign of Constantine the Great, Archpapal basilica St. John Laterano and the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major before hotel check in and rest.

After breakfast proceed to Vatican City, a city-state surrounded by Rome, Italy, also the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church. It’s home to the Pope and a trove of iconic art and architecture. Visit the Papal Basilica of Saint Peter or simply Saint Peter’s Basilica, one of the holiest sites of Christianity and Catholic Tradition, it is traditionally the burial site of its titular, St. Peter, who was the head of the twelve Apostles of Jesus. In the afternoon, explore the eternal city of Rome with local expert guide to include the most highlights of the city which includes the view of the Colosseum, Arch of Constantine, Roman           Forum, Monument Vittorio Emanuelle II, Piazza de Venezia, Circus Maximus, the famous Fountain of Trevi and the Spanish Steps. Balance of the afternoon is free at leisure. Then return to hotel for check-in.

Today, enjoy a scenic drive from Rome to Monte Sant Angelo for an orientation tour and visit to the Shrine of The Archangel Michael. Then continue to San Giovanni Rotondo, the name of a town and comune in the  province of Foggia and region of Apulia, in southern Italy. San Giovanni Rotondo was the home of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina. Join your local English speaking guide and explore this full of panoramic view and entrance to Chiesa di San Pio da Pietrelcina, a Catholic shrine in San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy, owned by the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin of the Province of Foggia, then hotel check in and dinner.

After breakfast, drive to Lanciano, a town and commune in the province of Chieti, part of the Abruzzo region of central Italy. Visit the Santuario Del Miracolo  Eucaristico (Sanctuary of the Eucharistic Miracle), hosts the testimony of the oldest Eucharistic miracle of the Catholic world. Afterwards continue your journey to Assisi the birthplace of St. Francis and St. Claire, one of Italy’s patron saints. Visit the Upper & Lower Basilica of St. Francis and the tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Transfer to hotel for hotel check-in and dinner.

Breakfast, travel to Pisa and be amazed by this beautiful city. A photo stop at Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the most remarkable architectural structures from medieval Europe. Also, a view of Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa Baptistry. Afterwards, continue to Genoa for hotel check-in and dinner.

Breakfast, travel to Monte Carlo and see the Racetrack, Royal Palace, Boulevard, Cathedral and all other major attractions. Continue to Nice and see the Basilique Notre Dame, a Roman Catholic Basilica situated on the Avenue Jean – Medecin in the center of Nice. Afterwards, check in and dinner at the hotel.

After breakfast, scenic drive to Montpellier for orientation then continue to cross the Spain border to Barcelona for hotel check in.

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning full guided visit to the Montserrat Monastery to see the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta, the Black Virgin. Afterwards, back to city to visit the Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece La Sagrada Familia then continue for sightseeing tour which includes Plaza España, Plaza Real, Plaza Catalunya, Olympic Stadium, Christophe Columbus Monument, Arch of Triumph. Later on, back to hotel after your dinner at the restaurant.

Breakfast and enjoy a scenic drive from Andorra La Vella to La Roca Outlet Village for free time for shopping. Afterwards transfer to Andorra La Vella the capital of Andorra, in the Pyrenees mountains between France and Spain. It’s known as a duty-free retail hub, with shops lining Meritxell Avenue. Admire landmarks such as St. Esteve of Andorra Church and Plaça del Poble. Check-in to hotel.

Drive to Lourdes. Upon arrival free time for private devotion. You may wish to go to the Sanctuary to visit the Underground Basilica, walk the station of the Cross, drink the water or wash your face in the Grotto, or participate in the veneration of the sick pilgrim, or join a mass at the Grotto. Also visit the Moulin de Boly, or the birthplace of Bernadette Soubirous located in the hear of Lourdes. Perhaps, you may want to join the Candlelight Procession in the evening.

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Barcelona to Zaragoza the Capital of northeastern Spain’s Aragon region. See the Nuestra Señora del Pilar Basilica. The Basilica venerates Blessed Virgin Mary, under her title Our Lady of the Pillar praised as “Mother of the Hispanic People” by Pope John Paul II. Afterwards, drive to the capital of Spain for your hotel.

In the morning, love the guided sightseeing tour to see the highlights of the capital city of Madrid and embrace the beautiful view of Cibeles Fountain, Alcala Gate, Santiago Bemabeu Stadium, Plaza de Espana, Prado Museum and view of the Royal Palace. Afterwards, travel to Segovia, a historic city with rich of architectural legacy, including medieval walls, Romanesque churches, a former Royal Palace and a Gothic Cathedral. Admire the iconic ancient Roman aqueduct with more than 160 arches and the Romantic medieval castle of Alcazar de Segovia. Then, drive to Avila for your hotel and dinner.

Today, explore the city of Avila and see the views of the walls of Avila, Monasterio de St. Thomas, Basilica de San Vicente, Cathedral Avila and all other major attractions. Afterwards, proceed to Valinhos and Aljustrel Discover the residence of the Saints that witnessed several apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Visit the House of Lucia, Residence of Francisco and Jacinta Marte. Then, see also the place of apparition of the Loca do Cabeco (Angel of Peace) and The Monument of Our Lady. Afterwards, proceed to Fatima to visit Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fátima, a Marian shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima. Then, proceed to hotel for check in. Perhaps, you may want to join the Candlelight Procession in the evening.

Today we travel to Lisbon for your half day guided tour and admire the views of Sao Jorge Castle, Belem Tower, Discovery Monument, Church of Sao Roque. Visit to St. Anthony’s Church, a Roman Catholic church located in Lisbon, Portugal. It is dedicated to Saint Anthony of Lisbon (also known in the Christian world as Saint Anthony of Padua). Then transfer to hotel for check-in and dinner.

Enjoy your breakfast and free time to explore the city on your own leisure before your departure transfer to   airport for your flight to Manila.

Flight details:     

      EK 194 4NOV LISDXB 2045 0815

      EK 334 5NOV DXBMNL 0925 2135