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one week you will never forget
Our signature pilgrimage takes place at a private Tuscany villa with a pool, and seven private air-conditioned en-suite bedrooms and bathrooms.
This fully renovated villa and hamlet date back to the 16th century. Surrounded by vineyards in every direction, it is hard to image that a place like this even exists.
Under the Tuscan sun, a continental breakfast awaits your arrival each morning; and, two private Mercedes Benz (seven seats) motor-coach van(s) are ready to transport your group to and from local sites driven by professional English speaking driver(s).
The perfect way to end each day is to gather under the stars for a chef prepared meal prefaced by the most important ingredient: a prayer of gratitude. -
One week in April or October
Completely restored with amenities to exceed the 21st century, the villa is located in the famous Chianti region where you will savor the peace and tranquility of Tuscany for one unforgettable week (Saturday to Saturday, six nights). Stroll the sidewalks and explore the quaint gardens and terraces throughout the medieval hamlet. The cobblestone drive wraps around historic buildings marked by fragrant herbs, grape vines and olive groves galore.
The private local Chapel entrance naturally draws attention to the need for quiet prayer In this Holy and sacred Medieval hamlet.
* Additional private apartments can accomodate up to 50 people if you have a larger group in mind.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Can include but not limited to Siena, Assisi, Rome, Florence, San Gimignano, Loreto.- Private Tuscany Villa accommodations
- Mercedes Benz motor-coaches
- English speaking driver(s)
- Taxes, tolls and parking fees
- Seven (7) private bedrooms with (7) seven private en-suite bathrooms
- Full service kitchen
- Outdoor pool
- Indoor excercise facility and sauna
- Six (6) daily continental breakfast (except on travel day)
- Five (6) chef prepared dinners (except Wednesday)
- Daily Mass at Basilica's and private Chapels
- English speaking, Catholic tour-guides and entrance fees where noted
Does not include:- Airfare
- Travel insurance is suggested/optional
- Tips - for the driver and tour guide
- Lunch
- Beverages - Bring your own (available nearby)
- Dinner - Wednesday on your own
- Audio-visual presentation of nearby
Siena
Travel 37 miles, 51 minutesto to Siena. Piazza del Compo is the principal public space of the historic center of Siena, Tuscany, Italy and is regarded as one of Europe's greatest medieval squares. It is renowned worldwide for its beauty and architectural integrity. Learn about the life of Saint Catherine of Siena. Meet your private tour guide at the Duomo in the morning and explore art stacked from Michelangelo to Bernini.
A private Mass requested for the group at the Basilica of Saint Dominic (based on availability)
A two-hour afternoon guided walking tour explors three artisan shops sampling, espresso, bread, olive oil, wine, balsamic vinegar, gelato, deli meat and more.
Day Trip: Rome or Florence
Early morning departure:
Option #1 - Two and a half hour drive to Rome.
Option #2 - One and a half hour drive to Florence.
WEDNESDAY'S
Rome - Papal Audience - option #1
Spend the day in the capital city of Italy. Rome is a sprawling, cosmopolitan city with nearly 3,000 years of globally infulential art, architecture and culture on display. Vatican City, is its own city with its own Post Office and the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church. There you will find Saint Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum. Not to be missed is Michaelangelo's Pieta and a walk through the sprawling Vatican Gardens. Explore on our own or inquire about a professional English speaking tour guide.
Lunch on your own.
Late night return to the villa.
Florence - option #2
Spend the day in Florence, the capital of Italy's Tuscany region, home to many masterpieces of Rennaissance art and architecture. One of the most iconic sights is the Duomo, a cathedral whith a terracotta-tiled dome engineered by Brunelleschi and a bell tower by Giotto. The Galleria dell'Accademia display
s Michelangelo's David. The Ponte Vecchio bridge is a medieval stone closed-spandrel segmental arch bridge over the Arno River noted for still having shops built along it.
Lunch on your own
*Dinner in Rome or Florence (at your preference and cost).
Late night return to villa.
Assisi
Drive 114 miles, about 2 hours to be inspired by the life of Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Clare of Assisi.
Explore the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi and see the tomb of Saint Francis in the crypt. On the top floor you can see the frescos that describe the life of Saint Francis. Visit San Damiano, the Basilica of Saint Clare of Assisi and pray at the tomb of Saint Clare; the Cathedral of San Rufino; and the Piazza del Commune.
A Franciscan Friar will lead a private tour prior to a private group Mass requested at the Basilica of Santa Maria (based on availability).
San Gimignano
Drive 26 miles, 42 minutes to explore an Italian quaint little hill town in Tuscany. Encircled by 13th century walls, the old town centers on Piazza della Cisterna, a triangular square, lined with medieval houses. It has an unforgetable skyline of medieval towers with breathtaking views.
Loreto
Early morning departure for 3 1/2 hour trip to the Holy House of Loreto in the mountains overlooking the Adriatic Sea. This is one of the most revered Marian shrines in the world. Thousands of miracles have been recorded that are attributed to Our Lady.
Private Mass requested in the Crypt of the Cross (based on availability).
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Montfort Community mass at the Holy house of loretO September 2018
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(317) 520-2640
info@PeaceLovePilgrimage.com