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Pilgrimage to Northern Italy to visit the Shrines of

St. Gianna Beretta Molla and the Holy Shroud of Turin

And Much More...

April 26 - May 4, 2010

St. GiannaDay 1 – April 26, 2010           Depart USA

We board our trans-Atlantic flight at Newark International Airport to Milan, Italy.  Dinner and entertainment aloft.

Day 2 – April 27, 2010           Milan/Magenta

Upon arrival at Milan/Malpensa International Airport you will be met by your driver and escort for a short transfer to your 4 Star Hotel in the town of Magenta where St. Gianna was born.  All 7 nights will be spent in this hotel. There will be ample time to rest and refresh before celebrating Mass at St Martin Basilica followed by a brief orientation of the village. Meet Mother Virginia Beretta, a nun and the sister of St. Gianna who will join us for Mass and tell us about her saintly sister. Meet and greet your small group of fellow pilgrims at a welcome dinner (included) and overnight.

Day 3 – April 28, 2010            St. Gianna Feast Day/ Mesero & Magenta

Celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Gianna Beretta Molla, patron Saint of wives, mothers and physicians. You will have the extraordinary opportunity to meet the Saint’s family and attend a lecture on the life and virtues of St. Gianna given by the son and one of the daughters of the saint. Visit the village of Mesero where St. Gianna practiced medicine and was laid to rest just 48 years ago. Special prayers at the tomb of St. Gianna then visit her office where she cared for her patients. We will visit the Shrine dedicated to St. Gianna which is a beautiful 13th century church recently renovated and established by the diocese of Milan as a Shrine to the Family dedicated to St. Gianna. We will visit Ponto Nuovo where St. Gianna lived after her marriage. There we will see the house where she lived the last years of her life and  where she died. A few paces from the house we will visit the little chapel of Our Lady of Good Counsel where St. Gianna’s  four children were baptized and she attended Mass and prayed daily. Lunch (included) overnight Magenta.

Day 4 – April 29, 2010           Shroud of Turin/Magenta

Today we will travel to the city of Turin to venerate the Holy Shroud displayed in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Upon arriving in Turin we will attend a private lecture presented by one of the foremost experts on the Shroud in preparation for the afternoon visit to the actual Shroud. Reputed to be the burial cloth of Christ, the Shroud is an amazing sight; a linen cloth 14’ 3” long by 3’ 7” wide bearing the distinct image of a crucified man. The last time the shroud was displayed publicly was during the Jubilee Year 2000.  It was not due to be displayed again until 2025, however, the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has authorized it to be displayed for a brief period in 2010. We will celebrate Mass before returning to Magenta for dinner (included) and overnight.

Day 5 – April 30, 2010          St. John Bosco – Turín/Magenta     

Today, trace the footsteps of Saint John Bosco, called the apostle of the young, a Catholic priest and educator, who put into practice the dogma of his religion, employing teaching methods based on love rather than punishment. He placed his works under the protection of Francis de Sales, thus his followers today call themselves the Salesian Society. We will visit the village of “Castelnuovo Don Bosco” here we will celebrate Mass and visit the Basilica dedicated to San Giovanni Bosco. This is the village where he was born and worked.  The house is surrounded by other religious structures, which contribute to this town being considered one of the most important places of Salesian activity in Italy and elsewhere. We continue on to Valdocco (Turin), where we will see Don Bosco's remains in the Church of Mary Help of Christians.  Dinner (included) and overnight in Magenta .

Day 6 – May 1, 2010             St. Anthony - Padua/ Magenta

Today transfer to the old university town of Padua, the home of one of the most revered Catholic Saints, Saint Anthony. Upon arrival, begin a half-day guided tour of the city’s sights starting with the “Santo,” a name used to describe Saint Anthony’s Basilica, where we will celebrate Mass today.

The Basilica, begun in 1235, just 19 years after the death of Anthony, was completed in 1301.  It was built in the Byzantine style so characteristic of the Veneto region. The architecture in Padua includes 22 more churches and 30 secular palaces.  Padua also features many other famous works of art, Giotto’s frescos in the Capella degli Scrovegni, Gattamelata, Donatello’s sculpture of a rider, the University of Padua (circa 1222 AD), one of the oldest in the world.  Also located in Padua is the historic Cafè Pedrocchi; time allowing, we will stop for a coffee at this world famous café of the artists. Dinner (included) overnight in Magenta.

Day 7 – May 2, 2010             Lake Como/Magenta

Today’s full-day excursion will bring us to enjoy the beauty of Lake Como. The fashionable lakeside city of Como is surrounded by the Medieval city walls.  We will celebrate Mass at the Cathedral, Duomo of Santa Maria Maggiore built in 1396 in the Romanesque style with its characteristic Rose Window. The Lake; a peculiar shape, an upside down Y, is glacial in origin and surrounded by the beauty of the snowcapped Alps. After visiting the historic city center of Como,  for those who wish we can take a take an “optional” (price TBA) panoramic cruise on Lake Como to the enchanting village of Bellagio (weather permitting).  Alternatively, you can remain in the city to shop or relax at one of the many cafés or take the Funicular high up to the village of Brunate, overlooking a spectacular view the Lake, mountains and city. Return to Magenta for overnight.

Day 8 – May 3, 2010             Milan

Today visit the city center of Milan. Of particular interest is the Duomo (the Basilica of Milan,) where we will pause for prayer.  The Duomo is the 4th largest church in the world and took five centuries to complete, second in size to Saint Peter Basilica in Rome. It also has the distinction of being the second largest Gothic cathedral in the world, after the Cathedral of Seville in Spain. In the crypt we will see the actual baptismal place where St. Amrose baptized the great St. Augustine of Hippo. We will visit the Basilica of St. Ambrose where the relics of St. Ambrose remain exposed for veneration. Noted for its architecture, this basilica was consecrated by St. Ambrose in 387 AD. It became the model for all Lombard Romanesque churches.  We will view “La Scala Opera House” from the outside and the famous Galleria of Milan. This evening’s farewell dinner is included and overnight in Magenta.

Day 9 – May 4, 2010             Milan/USA

This morning after breakfast we will transfer to Milan MalpensaAirport for our return flights to the USA.  We will carry with us the wonderful memories of this most spiritual journey and perhaps a deeper devotion and appreciation of this contemporary role model of our faith, Santa Gianna Beretta Molla wife / mother / physician / lover of life!

The Pilgrimage:

INCLUDES:

English Speaking Tour Manager from arrival day to departure day

Breakfast Daily & All other meals as per itinerary

First Class 4**** Hotel

Luggage Handling at Hotel

Guided English Speaking Tours of Padua, Como, Milan

VAT Taxes and Service Charges (19%) Included

Gratuities to Hotel Service Staff

EXCLUDES:

ROUND TRIP TRANSFERS or ADD ON CONNECTIONS TO NEWARK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

PASSPORTS and/or VISA FEES

GRATUITIES to DRIVER, GUIDES, TOUR ESCORTS

LUGGAGE HANDLING IN AIRPORTS

ITEMS OF PERSONAL NATURE

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Pilgrimage Terms and Conditions Print E-mail

FOR FURTHER INFO CONTACT:

St. Gianna Physician’s Guild

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Pilgrimage price per person $2,999.95 (double occupancy/2 persons sharing a room)

(plus airport tax $341.00 not included, subject to change)

Please fill in all areas of the “Application” and sign the “Terms and Conditions”.

Mail in and a copy will be sent with your receipt of deposit.

RETURN THIS FORM WITH YOUR DEPOSIT — PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

SAINT GIANNA BERETTA MOLLA & THE HOLY SHROUD – April 26 – May 4, 2010

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US CITIZENS

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FOREIGN NATIONALS

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If you DO NOT have a passport at this time, please indicate, then provide to the tour operator/tour organizer with the passport info ASAP.

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Private Accommodations or Single Room:________+ $400. Single Supplement Fee (Please add this amount)

$500.00 per person Deposit due with this application

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:

St. Gianna Physician’s Guild PO Box 910308, San Diego, CA 92191

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$100 discount if paid by check and received by December 15, 2009.

First 50 Pilgrims registered by Jan 15

th. Balance in Full Due by February 26, 2010

NAME & TELEPHONE OF 1 or 2 FAMILY MEMBER(S) IN CASE OF EMERGENCY:

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Will you be taking “Travelers Insurance” ? YES / NO (please circle).

See www.csatravelpro.com Use Code 05904275 for more info. We highly recommend it to safeguard yourself.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Reservations/Deposits/Payments:

A deposit of five hundred dollars ($500.00) is required at the time of booking. No reservation is confirmed until the deposit is received by the tour operator. The balance of the tour prices is due and payable sixty (60) days prior to departure. Final Payments due by February 26, 2010.

Minors and Infirm:

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a responsible adult deemed worthy by the parent/guardian. If a minor is traveling with any person other than parent/guardian then the responsible adult will provide the travel agent/tour operator and have in her/her possession a notarized letter from the parent/guardian giving that adult full permission to make decisions on their behalf and permission to room with the minor. No minor will be allowed to room alone without the parent/guardian or named responsible adult. Due to the physical demands of the tour and the inaccessibility of handicap facilities abroad, physically handicapped persons must contract the Tour Operator prior to registration.

Tour Price:

The tour price in this brochure is based upon the U.S. currency vs. the European Euro at the time of printing, November 1, 2009. If changes in these rates occur, it may change the price accordingly. The tour price is based on the booking a minimum of 40 paying passengers. A lesser amount could increase the price of the tour. Should the price of the tour change for any of the reasons mentioned above, the passenger will have the right to cancel the reservation and receive a full refund of payment made to date, provided the written notice be received by St. Gianna Physician’s Guild within seven (7) days of the notification of the price change. Other wide the cancellations policy written below prevails. Airport Taxes which are NOT included in the “Complete” tour price of this trip are subject to change. No refund will be made if the passenger is dissatisfied with any of the accommodations, fails to use any of the accommodations included in the tour price, or must return home prior to the completion of the tour.

Cancelations:

Land and Air arrangement may be canceled and passenger may receive a full refund less one hundred ($100) dollars cancellations fee if the cancellation is made no less than ninety-one (91) days prior to the scheduled departure date. If cancellation is made less than sixty-one days prior to scheduled departure, there is no refund unless a suitable replacement passenger books the tour in his/her place. For these reasons we recommend you take Travel Insurance.

Travel insurance:

Health, Accident, Trip Interruption/Cancellation and baggage insurance are NOT included and suggestions can be made available through your travel agent. Please go to www.cstravelpro.com/05904275 for more info.

Sightseeing & Itinerary:

Sightseeing is included as specified in the itinerary with English-speaking guides and customary entrance fees. The tour operator reserves the right to vary the sequence of the itinerary and/or reroute the order of cities, should circumstances arise.

Passports:

A valid passport is required, and MUST be shown upon request to the travel agent/tour operator, tour leaders and any airline personal and customs and /or government officials.

Responsibility:

St. Gianna Physician’s Guild, your tour operator, has arranged a tour/vacation/pilgrimage package which includes air and land transportation, hotel accommodations and food service. Neither the tour operator nor the organizers own, operate, manage, or control any hotel, bus company, railroad, cruise line, service provider, restaurant, airline transportation company, person or persons rendering any of the services, and/or accommodations offered in connection with this tour. The tour operator and/or tour organization do not guaranty any passenger’s safety who participates in the tour. Accordingly, the passenger understands that he or she has no claim against the tour operator or organizers for any delay, or other irregularity cause by a third party service provider, damage to or loss of property, injury to or death of the person due to any action or failure to act by the air carrier, bus carrier, private cars, to or loss of property, injury to or death of the person due to any action or failure to act by the air carrier, bus carries, private card, livery carries, railroad, shops, hotels, restaurants and any service providers in connection with this tour, strikes, war, or any acts of God. Under these circumstances, no portion of the tour prie will be refunded.

It is advisable that you cover any potential risks with insurance coverage.

Cancellation of Passsenger’s Rights:

In an effort to make the tour pleasant for all, the tour operator reserves the right to: 1) cancel any reservation and refund the tour price, pursuant to the cancellation clause, of any passenger who acts irrational by words, actions and demeanor, prior to the tour departure; 2) refuse further participation in the tour once the tour begins, with no refund given, to passengers who: act unruly, irrational, unduly argumentative, incite trouble among passengers, endanger the health and /or safety of the other passengers, tour operator, tour organizer, and/or tour escort, or if they become physically or emotionally disable and create a burden that the remaining passengers are unwilling to accept. No tour passenger, tour operator, tour organizer, tour escort, will be obligated to assist any infirm, handicapped or injured passenger.

Inclusions:

All hotel taxes, service charges, First Class Superior Hotels, Comprehensive sightseeing as per itinerary, English Speaking guides, All baggage handling and assistance abroad (except in airports for security reasons), Breakfast, lunches and dinners (including in flight meals) as per itinerary.

Exclusions:

Passport and visa fees, tips for tour escorts, drivers, guides, food service personal, phone calls, laundry services and other items of personal nature. Rates do NOT include beverages at meals unless specified in the itinerary. Rates do not include transportation to and from US airports or luggage handling in the United States or foreign airports.

Physical and Emotional Limitations:

The tour operator cannot be held responsible for any part of the tour missed due to physical or emotion imitations. Anyone who cannot participate in an event will not receive a refund for any unused portion. Further, if anyone must stop or return to a hotel or motor coach during a tour, and uses public transportation or taxis, it will be their responsibility to pay for the transportation.

Miscellaneous:

Any Litigation concerning this tour shall be brought in the State of California. This agreement shall be construed according to California and Federal Law. The tour operator shall not be responsible for any typographical errors or misprints. The tour operator reserves the right to substitute in its discretion any air, land, and sea carrier, hotels, and service providers and itinerary.

I have read terms and conditions of the tour and accept them. I represent I am physically and emotionally able to meet the physical demands required by this tour.

Signature:

______________________________________________date:____________________