Rome Jubilee Package 2016 Year of Mercy 6 days/ 5 nights

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1 Rome Jubilee Package 2016 Year of Mercy 6 days/ 5 nights Rome Jubilee Package 2016 Calendar of events P. 2 The Program P. 3 Choice of hotels p. 4-5 Tours inclusions p. 6 Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued in January Please note that due to the fluctuation of the exchange rate and temporary promotions, prices can change anytime. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. 1

2 2016 Jubilee Event Calendar 2016 JUBILEE EVENTS - FOR YOUR INFORMATION SO YOU CAN PLAN YOUR DATES For the Official Jubilee Event Calendar s website, click here for a more detailed information on each Event February 20: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square March 4: Penitential liturgy in St. Peter s Basilica, 24 Hours for the Lord April 2: Pope Francis leads a prayer vigil in St. Peter s Square April 3: Pope Francis says Mass for Divine Mercy Sunday April 9: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square April 23-25: Jubilee for teenagers, ages 13-16, who are confirmed; confessions at selectjubilee churches, youth rally in Rome s Olympic Stadium on evening of 23rd, Holy Mass in St. Peter s Basilica on the 24th April 30: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square May 5: Pope Francis leads Vigil to Dry Tears, St. Peter s Basilica May 14: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square June 10: Jubilee for the ill and disabled and their caretakers/helpers in St. Peter s Square June 18: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square June 30: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square July 26: Jubilee for young people, and World Youth Day (held in Poland in 2016) September 4: Jubilee for volunteers September 10: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square October 1: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square October 22: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square November 1: Pope Francis says Mass for the faithful departed, at Flaminio cemetery November 6: Jubilee for prisoners (there will be some prisoners at St. Peter s Basilica) November 12: Some special Jubilee papal audiences, St. Peter s Square November 13: The holy doors outside St. Peter s Basilica are closed, as are the holy doors of Rome s papal basilicas and cathedrals around the world November 20: The holy door in St. Peter s Basilica is closed 2

3 ITINERARY - DAILY DEPARTURE FROM FEBRUARY 1 ST TO NOVEMBER 15 TH Day 1 : Rome Arrival Arrival in Rome and transfer by shuttle to the hotel (choice of 3* or 4* accommodation- please refer to the next pages). Check in and time at leisure. Day 2 : Rome Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour Available from February 1 st to March 31 st and from Nov 1 st to Nov 20 th - every Monday Friday morning Available from April 1 st to October 31 st every morning and afternoon except on Sunday and Catholic holidays. Discover the secrets of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel by a regular tour. The coach tour begins by passing through Piazza Della Repubblica to admire the Fountain of the Nayads, followed by the ancient Aurelian walls which once surrounded by the ancient city. From the Piazza del Popolo you will see an Egyptian obelisk dating back to the time of Ramses II. Finally, upon arrival at the Vatican Walls, your guide will then lead you into the Vatican Museums by taking the beautiful Spiral staircase and continuing through the Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Geographical Maps before arriving in the famous Sistine Chapel** where you will admire its magnificent fresco of the last Judgment by Michelangelo. End of the tour in the city centre (no drop off at the hotels) (see this tour Terms and conditions p.6). In the afternoon, free time for optional city tours or rest of the day at leisure. (B) Day 3: Rome Day at leisure to attend one of the Events celebrated for the holy year. (B) Day 4: Rome -Christian Rome Tour Available from February 1 st to March 31 st and from Nov 1 st to 20 th - every Wednesday and Saturday except March 17 th and March 26 th (Easter) Available from April 1 st to October 31 st every Monday, Wednesday and Friday except on the date of the Marathon in Rome (April 10 th ) and Catholic holidays Morning at leisure. In the afternoon you will join a regular tour for a visit of the Christian Rome. The first stop of this coach and walking tour will be on the Esquiline Hill where our guide will show you some of the treasures inside the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Then we will stop and see the Holy Staircase and the Lateran Palace before visiting inside the Basilica of San Giovanni,** and the inside of the Cathedral of Rome. Then we will precede along the Ancient Appian Way, where you will pass by the Chapel of Domine Quo Vadis before arriving at the Catacombs, the ancient underground cemeteries and first hiding places for the Christians. A visit will be made to either, the Catacombs of St. Callisto, Santa Domitilla or San Sebastiano depending upon seasonal conditions. The tour will end with a spectacular view of the Baths of Emperor Caracalla. (see this tour Terms and conditions p.6). (B) Day 5 : Rome Day at leisure to attend one of the events celebrated for the holy year. (B) Day 6 : Rome End of the trip After check out, transfer by shuttle to Rome airport (B) Meals legend: BB : Buffet breakfast NOTE The excursions can be switched or operation dates can change according to availability 3

4 Hotel 3* Siviglia The Hotel Siviglia is located in a nice historical building, and has been recently renewed in the center of Rome. This three stars Rome hotel has a very good position in the heart of Rome, very close to Repubblica Square, where it's possible to admire the beautiful Naiadi's fountain, and Via Nazionale, one of the most famous shopping streets of Rome. If you are looking for something relaxing Hotel Siviglia is the right choice for a quiet and comfortable atmosphere. The hotel is equipped for handicapped persons with an elevator and a special room. Bar opened to all guests. A rich buffet breakfast is included in the price. The helpful and multilingual staff will be glad to assist you in booking a car rental or tours or find public transportation nearby. 4

5 Hotel Ariston 4* Hotel Ariston is located in the historical center of Rome, few meters from the Termini Station, near the famous Santa Maria Maggiore, Coliseum, Fori Imperiali and Via Veneto, where the main ministerial offices and foreign embassies are located. The A and B metro stops of Termini are only 100 meters away from the Hotel. Thanks to its position, the main spots of cultural interest can be reached on foot or by a short bus ride: the museums and churches that this city offers, for example the Baths of Diocletian; the splendid park of Villa Borghese where the famous Galleria Borghese is located filled with masterpieces; Via Veneto, Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna, Via Frattina and Via Condotti with its high fashion boutiques.boutiques. 5

6 LAND ONLY RATES per person in CAD $ sharing a double or twin room Daily departure available between February 1 st and November 14 th (Prices below are based on a March 2016 departure) Rate per person 3* Hotel Siviglia or similar, starting from: $810 Rate per person 4* Hotel Ariston or similar, starting from: $1010 Single supplement starting from: +$200 Possibility to add flights from any international Canadian airport.: price on request ($) INCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS INCLUDED: arrival and departure transfers by shuttle (shared transfers), daily breakfast, 5 night accommodation in 3* or 4* hotel, according to client s choice, 2 regular tours as per description. NOT INCLUDED: Flights, lunches and dinners, beverage, travel insurance, gratuity to guides, drivers and hotel staff, the city tax in Rome (from 3 to 7 euros per person per night), participation to a Jubilee event and all item not mentioned. In order to participate to a special Event you can register via this website - Exotik Tours is not responsable for any event registration. Terms and conditions for the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel regular Join in Tour From February 1 st to March 31 st and from Nov 1 st to Nov 20 th - every Monday Friday morning From April 1 st to October 31 st every morning and afternoon except on Sunday and Catholic holidays. Departure from hotel for the morning tour : 6:30 AM to 7:40 AM or from agency at 8 AM Departure from hotel for the afternoon tour : 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM or from agency at 2:30 PM Duration : 3 hour approx. NB: Entrance to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel requires an appropriate attire (no shorts, miniskirts or uncovered shoulders mens and womans need to have legs and shoulders covered) Closing days of Museums: February 11 th, March 19 th, April 6 th, May 1 st, June 29 th,august 15 th Will not be possible to visit the Basilica during the religious holidays and ceremonies (audiences, beatifications, Masses of the Pope) The visit is not recommended for people with walking difficulties or young children When the church is closed, as an alternative, the visit to the Vatican Museums will be extended. Terms and conditions for the Christian Rome regular Join in Tour Season: February 1 st to March 31 st and from Nov 1 st to 20 th - every Wednesday and Saturday except March 17 th and March 26 th (Easter) Season: April 1 st to October 31 st every Monday, Wednesday and Friday except on the date of the Marathon in Rome (April 10 th ) and Catholic holidays. Departure from hotel 1:15 to 2:15 PM or from agency at 2:30 PM Duration: 3 hour approx. NB: Entrance to Basilicas and Catacombs requires appropriate attire (no shorts, miniskirts or uncovered shoulders) The visit is not recommended for people with walking difficulties or young children 6

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