holy land + world youth day + retreat

World Youth Day 2016
INCLUSIONS
p Return International Economy Class Airfares from
Sydney
p Intra – Europe Economy Class flights
as applicable
p Pre-paid airport/airline taxes, charges and levies
(subject to change)
p Transportation by first class
air conditioned motorcoach
p Professional Tour Director and Local City Guides
whilst touring
p Inside visits and special features
– Shown in UPPERCASE
p Sightseeing
p Accommodation throughout in 3-4 *
accommodation, pilgrim/religious houses, hostels
and retreat centres whilst on pilgrimage
p Breakfasts, Dinner and Lunches
whilst touring
(as outlined on individual pilgrimages)
pU
niversity accommodation or Hotel in Krakow
during WYD
pW
YD breakfasts, lunches and dinners
during WYD week
pM
ass Daily
(as outlined on individual pilgrimages)
WYD Krakow 2016
Registration package includes:
p W YD breakfast, lunch and dinner daily from 26th
July – 31st July 2016
(Subject to confirmation by the Krakow WYD
office)
HOLY LAND +
WORLD YOUTH DAY + RETREAT
Further information to be provided from the
Krakow WYD Office
pA
ll gratuities included for Tour Director,
Driver and local guides
p S ervices of dedicated Cosmos WYD 2016 support
team in Krakow to provide assistance in all areas
p F ull Cosmos WYD 2016 documentation package
Jerusalem, Israel
Not Included:
• Any additional sightseeing costs that have not been
added as part of pilgrimage
• Any meals that are not specified as part of the
inclusive pilgrimages
• All beverages
• Items of a personal nature, phone calls, laundry etc.
• Passport and Visa fees
(as applicable on individual pilgrimages)
• Any associated health and vaccination costs
• Porterage
• Comprehensive Travel insurance
23 DAYS FROM $7182
per pilgrim twin share
Departs Sydney on 16 July 2016
Message from Archbishop Fisher
“Thousands of Australians have travelled to World Youth Day and hold wonderful memories. They’ve experienced conversion to Christ or a deepening
of their existing faith and ideals. Last World Youth Day in Rio, Pope Francis joined millions of young people who answered the invitation to be witnesses of faith.
For more information, please contact:
We now look forward to a unique World Youth Day in Krakow, Poland, the home of St John Paul II, the father of World Youth Days.
Poland is a deeply cultural and spiritual land, rich in history. The places we visit will invite us into the theme of mercy, expressing God’s love for humanity.
I’m looking forward to leading school students and young adults from our Archdiocese on this once in a lifetime journey of faith.
Bernard Toutounji
Come and join us for World Youth Day in Poland in 2016!”
Phone 02 9764 4357
Most Rev Anthony Fisher OP – Archbishop of Sydney
wyd@catholicyouthservices.org
‘Blessed are the merciful; for they shall receive mercy.’ Matt 5:7
Holy Land +
World Youth Day + Retreat
DAY 10 Monday 25 July
KRAKOW
DAY 1 Saturday 16 July
DEPART SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
DAY 11 Tuesday 26 July
KRAKOW
This morning, visit the CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION,
DAY 2 Sunday 17 July
AMMAN, JORDAN – DEAD SEA - JERUSALEM
where the Angel Gabriel told Mary she would conceive and
Arrive at Amman Airport where your Cosmos Representative
St. Joseph’s Church or the Church of the Annunciation.
will meet you. Prior to your arrival at your accommodation,
Then, head for Cana of Galilee, the reputed site of Jesus’
stop at MOUNT NEBO and celebrate Mass together; a special
first miracle, where he turned water into wine at a wedding
start to your pilgrimage at one of Jordan’s most important
feast. In the afternoon, stop at GIDEON’S SPRING, where
Christian Holy Sites. Head for the shores of the Dead Sea,
Gideon tested his army so he could decide who would join
where you’ll have time to float in the famously buoyant
him in battle against the Midianites. Then, visit Bet She’an,
waters. Continue to Jerusalem for an overnight. (D)
DAY 3 Monday 18 July
JERUSALEM
give birth to Jesus, the Son of God. Attend Mass at either
one of the world’s best-preserved Roman cities. Ongoing
excavations at this UNESCO World Heritage Site have revealed
time-worn colonnaded streets, bathhouses, and theaters. On
to Caesarea-Philippi (Banias) which was once a pagan city
A full day at leisure in Krakow for you to get acquainted with
this beautiful city! (B)
The World Youth Day celebration begins with the Opening
Mass which is said by the local Bishop. This Mass often
emphasises the culture of the host country, Poland! The
Opening Mass for WYD Krakow 2016 will take place in the
afternoon.* (B,L,D)
DAY 12 Wednesday 27 July
KRAKOW
Over the next three days, you will take part in morning
Catechesis with Bishops from around the world and have the
opportunity to encounter the Vocations Fair and the Youth
DAY 15 Saturday 30 July
KRAKOW
Today pilgrims will take part in the pilgrimage walk to the
site of the vigil and final mass. The Vigil is often the most
personal part of the central events with the Holy Father. It is
a unique time of prayer and meeting with Christ and it has an
atmosphere of total peace and also great joy. (B,L,D)
DAY 17 Monday 01 August
KRAKOW - ZAKOPANE
Catechesis is preached in different languages by Bishops from
Today we make our way to Zakopane, a lovely town situated
at the foothills of the majestic Tatra Mountains and the
city for your retreat. On the way we will stop at Nowy Targ
a popular stop for lunch. (B, L, D)
dedicated to the god Pan, it was reconstructed in ancient
Jerusalem’s Old Town. From the MOUNT OF OLIVES, take in
the beatitude; “Blessed are the merciful; for they shall receive
times by Philip, the son of Herod. Here, Saint Peter made his
memorable views over the city’s domes, walls, and rooftops
mercy.” (Mt 5:7), the theme chosen by the Holy Father for the
proclamation of faith in Jesus, who declared him the rock on
before strolling in the GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE, where Jesus
XXXI World Youth Day in Krakow. Catechesis sessions will take
which he would build his church and promised him the key to
prayed on the night before his arrest. Your guide will then
place across the city in churches and other chosen venues to
the Kingdom of Heaven. (B,D)
DAY 18 Tuesday 02 August
ZAKOPANE
ensure that all young people can participate.
Retreat in Zakopane. (B,D)
The Youth Festival; a religious, artistic and cultural program
DAY 19 Wednesday 03 August
ZAKOPANE
WALL with its prayer notes tucked between the stones, and
the DOME OF THE ROCK, the gold-topped mosque on Temple
Mount. Next, walk the famous VIA DOLOROSA (Way of the
Cross), following in Jesus’ footsteps as he bore the cross to
Calvary for his crucifixion, where the CHURCH OF THE HOLY
SEPULCHRE now stands. Later this afternoon, attend Mass.
(B,D)
DAY 4 Tuesday 19 July
JERUSALEM - EIN KAREM - BETHLEHEM NAZARETH
This morning, drive to Ein Karem and visit the CHURCH OF ST.
JOHN THE BAPTIST and the CHURCH OF VISITATION, said to
be built over the home of John the Baptist’s parents. Enjoy a
beautiful view of the valley and the surrounding wooded hills.
Continue to Bethlehem and see Shepherd’s Field, where the
angels announced the birth of Jesus. Next, visit the CHURCH
OF THE NATIVITY, which stands on the site where Jesus was
born. Continue on to Nazareth. (B,D)
DAY 5 Wednesday 20 July
NAZARETH; EXCURSION TO SEA OF GALILEE,
CAPERNAUM, MOUNT OF BEATITUDES
& TABGHA
Depart Nazareth and enjoy a private BOAT CRUISE on the
waters of the Sea of Galilee where you will celebrate Mass.
DAY 7 Friday 22 July
NAZARETH - MEGIDDO - MUHRAQA - CAESAREA
- TEL AVIV
takes place in the afternoons and evenings during the three
days of catechesis, except during the Main Events. The Youth
modern sights of this fascinating land. Leave Nazareth and
religious and spiritual character. This aspect of WYD gives
from here, travel to the archaeological site of Megiddo-an
pilgrims an opportunity to participate in concerts, exhibitions,
age-old fortified town-and the site of Armageddon according
workshops, sporting events, theatre events and many other
to the Bible. Next, visit MUHRAQA on Mount Carmel. Here,
activities.
DAY 21 Friday 05 August
PRAGUE
Bible, the prophet Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal.
The Vocations Fair/Centre is a place where religious
Sightseeing continues at Caesarea, an ancient port turned
congregations, catholic schools and universities, religious
Today is a free day in Prague, in preparation for your flight
home to Australia. (B)
stunning archaeological zone. Built by Herod the Great in
publishing houses, missionary organizations, national and
the 1st century BC, the city was one of the most splendid
international movements and communities can present their
capitals of its time. Admire what remains of Herod’s grandiose
charisma and works. The Vocations Centre’s goal is to show
building works, including the restored 3,500-seat Roman
young pilgrims different paths of achieving their vocation in
THEATER, the AQUEDUCT, harbor, and the crumbled moat
the Church, and to encourage them to look for answers to the
Arrive at your overnight hotel for evening Mass followed by
dinner in the hotel. (B,D)
DAY 8 Saturday 23 July
TEL AVIV – WARSAW, POLAND
After breakfast and Mass, a coach transfer will take you to Tel
Aviv Airport for your flight to Warsaw. (B,D)
question of what God wants from them in their lives. (B,L,D)
DAY 13 Thursday 28 July
KRAKOW
After a morning of catechesis, today will be the pilgrims first
encounter with the Holy Father during the Papal Welcome. It is
a time of particular joy and pilgrims will have the opportunity
to pray together with Pope Francis. During the service we
listen to the Word of God and the first speech of the Holy
Father. (B,L,D)
Andrew, James, John, and Matthew. While here, see its
DAY 9 Sunday 24 July
WARSAW – CZESTOCHOWA - KRAKOW
ancient synagogue and the House of St. Peter. Travel north for
After breakfast we depart for Czestochowa to explore the
a visit to the MOUNT OF BEATITUDES, a perfect setting for
SHRINE and see the famous BLACK MADONNA. An image
personal reflection and the where Jesus delivered his sermon
and devotion saint John Paul II held very close to his heart
on the mount. Continue to Tabgha, where Jesus is said to
throughout his life. We continue on to Krakow, a city that is
evening, pilgrims gather for the Way of the Cross - which
have fed the 5,000 with two fish and five loaves. Visit the
rich in history and will be your host for the World Youth Day
invites pilgrims into the penitential character of WYD. The
CHURCH OF THE MULTIPLICATION, the site commemorating
Celebrations. After arriving at your accommodation, use this
World Youth Day Cross is carried in a procession during this
the miracle. (B,D)
time to unpack and reflect on your journey taken so far. (B,D)
service and young people follow a designated route through
Next is Capernaum, home to the apostles Simon Peter,
Please note: This pilgrimage itinerary is subject to change
DAY 14 Friday 29 July
KRAKOW
This morning, pilgrims will engage in the final catechesis
session with the international Bishops. In the afternoon and
Kraków
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Zakopane
Cana of Galilee
Cesarea Megiddo
Philippi
Bet She’an
JORDAN
Amman
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Tel Aviv
ISRAEL
Jerusalem 2
Bethlehem
Caesarea, Is
rael
Dead
Sea
Tel Aviv, Israel
This morning we depart by coach into the
Czech Republic and onto Prague. (B, D)
DAY 22 Saturday 06 August
RETURN TO AUSTRALIA
After breakfast a group transfer will take you to the airport
for your journey home. (B)
DAY 23 Sunday 07 August
ARRIVE IN AUSTRALIA
*World Youth Day itinerary subject to change by the
WYD Krakow Office
Capernaum
Sea of Galilee
(Tiberias)
Nazareth 3
DAY 20 Thursday 04 August
ZAKOPANE – PRAGUE
Festival is composed of open and free initiatives of an artistic,
and towers from the 12th-century CRUSADER FORTRESS.
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Mount
Beatitudes
Retreat in Zakopane. (B,D)
Enjoy a full day exploring some of the ancient biblical and
a 17th-century monastery marks where, according to the
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Prague
Today is the conclusion of the WYD pilgrimage and the
celebration of the Final Mass of the XXXI World Youth
Day; celebrated by the Holy Father. During this Eucharist
celebration, the Pope challenges and sends the young
people out to the whole world to be witnesses in their own
homes. At the very end, after the Angelus, the Holy Father
traditionally announces the location of the next World Youth
Day. (B,L,D)
A fascinating day waits as you set off on a walking tour of
lead you into the Jewish quarter, pointing out the WAILING
POLAND
Czestochowa
DAY 16 Sunday 31 July
KRAKOW
Festival program.
around the world who will teach and reflect with pilgrims on
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Your journey begins today as you depart for The Holy Lands.
DAY 6 Thursday 21 July
NAZARETH; EXCURSION TO CANA OF GALILEE,
BET SHE’AN & CESAREA PHILIPPI
Warsaw
the city, giving testimony of their faith. (B,L,D)
D e ad S e a