Protestant and Catholic Religious Journeys

Wonderful European Religions Travel Programs

If Religious travel is on your list of things to do and places to go, TravelKatz has several options from the European Reformation, the Steps of the Apostle Paul, to the streets where Jesus walked in Israel and Jordan.  We have included trips to Ireland, Italy, and Spain, too.

Protestant and Catholic Religious Journeys

THE EUROPEAN REFORMATION (TL)

11 DAY TOUR FROM BERLIN TO MUNICH

Walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther on this Germany vacation highlighting the European Reformation. You’ll overnight in Berlin, Wittenberg, Leipzig, Erfurt, Wiesbaden, Nuremberg, Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Munich, and you’ll visit Eisleben, Eisenach, Coburg, Worms, Mainz, Rothenburg, and the Rhine Valley along the way.

Starting at: $2,699 $2,429 – (Not Including Airfare)*

DESTINATIONS & SIGHTSEEING

BERLIN:  Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church

WITTENBERG:  Guided walking tour, visit Luther House and St. Mary’s Church

LEIPZIG:  Walking tour, visit the Thomaskirche and the market square

EISLEBEN:  Visit Luther’s Birthplace and Death House Museums, St. Peter & Paul Church and St. Andrew’s Church

ERFURT:  Visit the Augustinian Monastery and the Merchants’ Bridge

EISENACH:  Guided visit of Luther House and St. George’s Church; see the Luther & Bach Memorials; visit Wartburg Castle

COBURG:  Visit Coburg Fortress

RHINE CRUISE

WORMS:  Visit the cathedral, Trinity Church, and Reformation Monument

MAINZ:  Visit the Gutenberg Museum

ROTHENBURG:  Walking tour, visit St. Jacob’s Church

NUREMBERG:  Walking tour, visit St. Lorenz Lutheran Church

MUNICH:  Guided sightseeing, visit Marienplatz; farewell dinner

FOOTSTEPS OF APOSTLE PAUL (TP)

10 DAY TOUR FROM ATHENS TO ATHENS

Experience Greek history and culture and learn more about early Christianity as you visit some of the places associated with the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul and the New Testament. From the iconic religious sites retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul to historic wonders like the Acropolis in Athens and a final touch of relaxation as you cruise the Aegean islands..

Starting at: $2,540 $2,286 – (Not Including Airfare)*

DESTINATIONS & SIGHTSEEING

ATHENS:  Welcome and farewell dinners; guided sightseeing, visit the Acropolis and Areopagus

THESSALONIKA:  Guided sightseeing, excursion to ancient Philippi and Kavala

VERIA:  Visit the Bema of Apostle Paul

METEORA:  Guided visit of Holy Monastery of Varlaam and St. Stephen

CRUISING:  Three-night cruise to Mykonos; Kusadasi (Turkey), with included shore excursions to Kusadasi: House of Virgin Mary and ancient Ephesus; Heraklion: Minoan Palace of Knossos.
Cruise Details:

Gratuities to service personnel on board and port taxes are included.

Rotation of ports of call may vary for congestion reasons at certain ports with or without prior notice.

All cabins with two lower beds and private shower and toilet.

Full entertainment program on board.

Drink package: selection of non-alcoholic & alcoholic drinks.

Host service throughout the cruise.

CORINTH:  Guided visit of the excavations

JOURNEY THROUGH THE HOLY LAND WITH JORDAN (TGE)

14 DAY TOUR FROM TEL AVIV TO DEAD SEA

See the stories of the Scriptures come to life as you walk in the footsteps of Jesus on this faith-based journey which includes some of Christianity’s most important sites. In Israel, visit sites of biblical importance such as Megiddo, Cana and the Mount of Beatitudes and hear the stories of the Bible told over time. The Old City of Jerusalem will leave you amazed as you see and learn more.

Starting at: $3,859 $3,584 – (Not Including Airfare)*

DESTINATIONS & SIGHTSEEING

TEL AVIV:  Welcome dinner

JAFFA:  Walking tour of the ancient port

CAESAREA:  Visit the Roman amphitheater and the Crusader fortress

MEGIDDO:  Visit the biblical site

MUHRAQA:  Panoramic view of the Jezreel Valley

CANA:  Visit the site of the first miracle

NAZARETH:  Visit the Church of the Annunciation and St. Joseph’s Church

SEA OF GALILEE:  Enjoy a cruise

MOUNT OF BEATITUDES:  Visit the site where Jesus delivered his sermon

TABGHA:  Visit the Church of the Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes and the Church of St. Peter’s Primacy

CAPERNAUM:  Visit the site where Jesus recruited his first followers

MAGDALA:  Visit the first-century city

JORDAN RIVER:  Visit a baptismal site

BET SHE’AN:  See the Roman amphitheater

EIN KAREM:  Visit the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Church of Visitation

BETHLEHEM:  Visit the Church of the Nativity

JERUSALEM:  Visit the Garden Tomb; panoramic view from the Mount of Olives; guided walking tour, visit the Garden of Gethsemane, follow the Way of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa; visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall, and walk through the Jewish Quarter to Mount Zion; visit the Upper Room, the tomb of King David, and the house of Caiaphas; farewell dinner

MASADA:  Ride a cable car and visit the cliff-top fortress

DEAD SEA:  Visit one of the resorts

IRELAND RELIGIOUS VACATIONS

Explore the most treasured shrines of Ireland as you visit the “Emerald Isle’s” scenic lands and cultures of the Catholic faith. Learn about the lives of the Saints, soak in the incredible landscapes, and renew your faith.

What You Can Experience on a Catholic Tour of Ireland

The “Emerald Isle” offers spectacular beauty and a rich cultural history. Explore this spectacular island and follow in the footsteps of St. Patrick, the Patron saint of Ireland and among the first missionaries to spread the Christian faith here during the 5th Century. This inspirational journey also includes visits to experience some of Ireland’s most dramatic scenery, perfect settings for peaceful prayer and reflection.

MARIAN SHRINES OF EUROPE – (TM)

11 DAY TOUR FROM LISBON TO BARCELONA

There’s no better way to experience Europe’s most treasured Catholic shrines than on this inspirational journey through Spain, Portugal and France; whether it’s standing in the very place where the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to the three shepherd children over 100 years ago in Fatima, visiting Avila, St. Theresa’s home town, or admiring the impressive Burgos Cathedral, this vacation will inspire and leave you with memories of a lifetime.

Starting at: $2,399 $2,159 – (Not Including Airfare)*

DESTINATIONS & SIGHTSEEING

LISBON:  Welcome dinner; orientation

SANTARÉM:  Visit the Church of the Holy Miracle

FÁTIMA:  Orientation, visits to the Our Lady of Fátima Shrine, the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Parish Church, Valinhos, and attend Mass

ÁVILA:  Guided walking tour, visit the Convent of St. Teresa, and the Monastery of the Incarnation

BURGOS:  Guided sightseeing, visit the cathedral

LOYOLA:  Visit the Sanctuary of St. Ignatius Home and attend Mass in the Basilica

LOURDES:  Attend Mass; guided walking tour, visit the grotto, the Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, and St. Bernadette’s birthplace and family home; attend the candlelight procession

BARCELONA:  Guided sightseeing, visit the Sagrada Familia Basilica; farewell dinner

Cosmos Brand Travel Opportunities include:

Poland, Italy, Israel/Jordan and a Holy Land Discover as well as:

PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES – COSMOS (5350)

6 DAY TOUR FROM LOURDES TO LOURDES

On this faith-based tour, spend five nights in Lourdes, one of the world’s most famous pilgrimage sites located in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains. Here, in 1858, a 14-year-old girl named Bernadette saw apparitions of the Virgin Mary 18 times. Today, pilgrims from all over the world flock to Lourdes for its spiritual powers.

Starting at: $1,129 – (Not Including Airfare)*

DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS

LOURDES:  Introductory walking tour of the Sanctuary; time for prayer at the Shrine, the Grotto, and the Basilica; opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Confession, to attend the Candlelight Marian Procession, Mass and Rosary daily;

CHATEAU-FORT:  Visit the Castle and the Pyrenean arts and culture exhibition; A local expert will accompany you on some of the activities for a deeper understanding of the Marian message

MASS SERVICES:  Daily Mass, Rosary and candlelight Processions to be attended with the group or at leisure (all in local language and venues subject to change).

These and other religious travel opportunities await you, call TravelKatz at 352-277-7300 and let us help you plan your next group religious journey to Europe, Ireland, Italy, or the Holy Land.