ARCHDIOCESE of N EW York Timothy Cardinal Dolan Celebrating the first pilgrimage to Ireland’s National Marian Shrine with and the first official chartered pilgrimage from North America to Participate in Ireland’s National Public Novena in honor of Our Lady of Knock Welcome Mass celebrated by His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan August 8 -16, 2015 Itinerary includes visits to: Connemara ♣ Cliffs of Moher ♣ Killarney ♣ Ring of Kerry Pilgrimage arrangements by Peter’s Way Tours www.petersway.com 500 North Broadway, Suite 221 • Jericho, NY 11753 email: [email protected] 800-225-7662 • 516-605-1551 • Fax: 516-605-1555 9-Day Pilgrimage to Ireland August 8 – 16, 2015 Daily Itinerary Dear Pilgrims: Ireland’s Annual 9-day National Novena honoring Our Lady attracts thousands of pilgrims to this beautiful land and the pilgrimage town of Knock every August; the month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. It will be an honor for me to open Ireland’s National Public Novena on the 14th of August with Mass in the Basilica of Our Lady, Queen of Ireland, in Knock. I invite the faithful of the Archdiocese of New York to be renewed in soul, mind, and body as we experience the depth of our shared Catholic faith with our brothers and sisters in Ireland. Will you join me! +Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan Archbishop of New York Day 1 August 8, Saturday: Depart for Ireland This evening, depart New York’s JFK International Airport on a special Aer Lingus charter flight to Ireland West Airport, Knock, Ireland. Complimentary meals and beverages will be served aloft. (D) D ay 2 August 9, Sunday: Arrive in Knock – Ireland’s National Marian Shrine – Welcome Gala Dinner Arrive, Knock Airport, proceed through Passport Control, claim our luggage, and a Peter’s Way Tour Manager/guide will meet us upon exiting Customs. We will receive a warm welcome from Knock Airport and Knock Shrine representatives, then continue on our way to Ireland’s National Marian Shrine in Knock, County Mayo. The Story of Knock began on the evening of August 21, 1879 when the Virgin Mary, St Joseph and St John the Evangelist appeared at the south gable of the church at Knock. Beside them and a little to their left was an altar with a cross and the figure of a lamb, around which angels hovered. There were fifteen official witnesses to the apparition who watched and prayed for two hours in the pouring rain. Since then, this Marian Shrine has attracted millions of pilgrims each year from all over the world. The special message of Knock is the need for Penance. We begin our pilgrimage with Mass at the Chapel of the Apparition, celebrated by His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan. After Mass, enjoy a welcome reception with coffee, tea and scones. This afternoon we will check in to our hotel and enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure. Early evening, freshen up for a festive evening! We will gather together to enjoy a gala welcome dinner with entertainment in Knock. Overnight at hotel in Westport. (B,D) Day 3 August 10, Monday: Pilgrimage to Lough Derg Irish breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, we will set out to explore a significant place of pilgrimage. Lough Derg, the sacred Sanctuary of St Patrick, is very much a living part of Irish Christian Heritage. This small island that attracted St Patrick himself, has called many pilgrims for over one thousand years. We will make our pilgrimage to the island of Lough Derg by boat. The small lake in the southeast of Donegal was the only Irish place of pilgrimage known throughout Europe during the Middle Ages. The island, made holy by the prayers of millions of pilgrims over the centuries, continues to provide a safe haven for rest, reflection and renewal. Mass in Lough Derg, celebrated by His Eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan. After independent lunch, continue on our journey through County Sligo, known as Yeats Country as the scenery inspired many of his great works. Irish poet, William Butler Yeats, chose a peaceful churchyard at Drumcliffe in County Sligo as his final resting place, at the foot of Benbulben Mountain. See the magnificent variety of mountain scenery, beautiful lakes, waterfalls, woods and a breathtaking coastline with endless beaches and cliffs. There is one of the greatest concentrations of megalithic tombs in all of Europe in Sligo. Carrowmore is one of oldest Stone-Age burial sites in Europe with some hundred tombs, passage graves, dolmens and stone circles. We will pass by the summit of Knocknarea Mountain, with its huge flat-topped cairn called Maeve's Cairn. Queen Maeve was the Iron Age Queen of Connaught. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Westport. (B,D) D ay 4 August –Killarney 11, Tuesday: Burren Region – Cliffs of Moher Irish breakfast at hotel. This morning we will drive through the heart of Connemara to the dramatic Burren Region. The area got its name from its polished limestone landscape (‘Boirean’ is the Irish word for rocky). The region was largely sculpted over the last two mil- lion years by glaciers, through the exposure and submergence of its landscape to ice, ocean and the plate movements of the earth. The whole area, with its flora and fauna, is heaven for geologists and botanists. We will stop at the Cliffs of Moher, the most majestic cliffs in Ireland that rise over 700 feet from the Atlantic Ocean and extend for over four miles. From this height, admire the Aran Islands and the Connemara Mountains, and listen to the many sea birds that colonize this place from springtime on. Independent lunch en route. Late afternoon, take the Shannon Car Ferry to County Kerry. Depart from Killimer or Tarbert, the Shannon Car ferry is a convenient way to cross the Shannon estuary between Clare and Kerry. Using two ferries there is a regular timetable and the 20 minutes crossing saves the voyager many hours of driving. Enjoy a great view of the surrounding landscape from the upper deck. The journey takes about 20 minutes and drinks and snacks are available for purchase on board. Continue on to Killarney for hotel check-in. Celebrate Mass upon arrival in Killarney. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Killarney. (B,D) 5 Day August 12, Wednesday: Killarney Lakes and Ring of Kerry Highlights Irish breakfast at hotel. This morning, enjoy a Ring of Kerry highlights tour including Molls Gap and Ladies View Molls’ Gap. The visitor is presented with a magnificent view of Death Valley. Close by is the famous Ladies View viewing point with gives a different perspective of this magnificent countryside, with the 3 Lakes of Killarney all surrounded by the Kerry Mountains. Ladies View received its name from Queen Victoria, who was so impressed with the view that she insisted that her ladies-in-waiting should also visit here. Return to Killarney and enjoy a visit to Muckross House & Gardens. Muckross is a magnificent Victorian mansion built in 1843 and is one of Ireland’s leading stately homes. Built on the shores of Muckross Lake, it is beautifully situated amidst the spectacular scenery of Killarney National Park. The Gardens of Muckross House are famed for their beauty worldwide. In particular they are noted for their collections of azaleas and rhododendrons. Late afternoon, transfer to St. Mary’s Cathedral for the evening Mass, celebrated by His Eminence, Timothy Cardinal Dolan. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Killarney. (B,D) 6 D ay August 13, Thursday: Tour of Dingle including Mass Rock Irish breakfast at hotel. This morning depart for a daytrip to the Dingle Peninsula with some of the finest coastal scenery to be seen in Ireland. This peninsula is famous for its Celtic, pre-Christian monuments and Christian churches. It is also a ‘Gaeltacht' (Irish speaking) area, where the Irish language and traditional ways of life are preserved. Dingle town itself is a thriving fishing town and offers plenty of opportunity for shopping or simply savoring the atmosphere of a typical country Irish town with its plentiful pubs, narrow streets and busy harbor. The road around the Peninsula is truly spectacular. It passes through a chain of Mountains, called Slieve Mish. From Inch, a long beach bordered by dunes and made famous by David Lean’s movie “Ryan’s daughter,” admire the Iveragh Peninsula and Rossbeigh Beach. From Dingle, drive around the coast to Slea Head. Here the blue of the marine landscape surrounds the Blaskets Islands, deserted since 1953. In the distance are the two rocky Skellig islands, where the ruins of an early Christian Monastery can be found. Independent lunch. This afternoon, we will visit Gallarus Oratory, the most impressive early Christian monument on the Dingle peninsula. It has withstood the passage of time for over 1200 years. Built in the shape of an upturned boat, the oratory formed part of a larger monastic site and was used as a place of prayer and reflection. With its small entrance doorway and round-headed east-facing window, it is an excellent example of dry stone construction. Continue on to Milltown to visit Killaclohane Forest and the Mass Rock Loop. There are a number of archaeological features close to the route along the way to investigate, including Ogham stones, a dolmen and the remains of an old church. Towards the end of the loop there is a short spur trail to the mass rock that gives the loop its name. Information plaques here recount the history of Fr. Thaddeus (Tadhg) Moriarty, a local Dominican priest, who was arrested by Cromwellian soldiers while celebrating mass at dawn on 15th August 1653. As Catholic priests were banished from the country at that time, he was found guilty of treason and imprisoned in Ross Castle. He was subsequently tortured and hanged at Martyr's Hill in Killarney. Celebrate Holy Eucharist outdoors at Mass Rock site. (weather permitting). Continue to Adare, or Ennis for hotel check-in. Overnight at hotel in Adare or Ennis. (B,D) Day 7 August 14, Friday: Galway – Knock Shrine Enrollment Form - Tour Code: 8982 Archdiocese of New York I would like to take part in the 9-day pilgrimage with Irish breakfast at hotel. This morning, we leave for Galway to visit the Magnificent Galway Cathedral of Our Lady Assumed into Heaven and St Nicholas, and the main streets of the city. Then, we visit the local crystal factory for a demonstration of the craft of cutting intricate designs into colored crystal. Independent lunch in Connemara en route to Knock. Arrive at Knock Shrine in time for the Opening Mass and ceremony to commence the Annual National Novena in honor of Our Lady of Knock. Mass will be celebrated by His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan in the Basilica, followed by Novena Prayers, Eucharistic Blessing of the Sick, and Procession of the Blessesd Sacrament to the Apparition Chapel. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Westport. (B,D) Day 8 August 15, Saturday: Feast of the Assumption: Croagh Patrick Visitor Center & Ballintubber Abbey Irish breakfast at hotel. This morning, drive to Croagh Patrick Visitor Centre. Croagh Patrick, overlooking Clew Bay, is considered the holiest mountain in Ireland. The tradition of pilgrimage to this holy mountain stretches back over 5,000 years from the Stone Age to the present day. Its religious significance dates back to the time of the pagans, when people are thought to have gathered here to celebrate the beginning of harvest season. Croagh Patrick is renowned for its Patrician Pilgrimage in honor of Saint Patrick. It was on the summit of the mountain that Saint Patrick fasted for forty days in 441 AD and the custom has been faithfully handed down from generation to generation. The Croagh Patrick Visitor Centre, Teach na Miasa, is situated in Murrisk on the Pilgrim's path at the foot of the holy mountian. Independent lunch. Late afternoon, we will visit Ballintubber Abbey. Built in 1216 for the Canon Regulars of St. Augustine, Ballintubber Abbey is the only church in Ireland that was founded by an Irish King and which is still in use today. It is also known as "the Abbey that refused to die" as through its many vicissitudes, including burning by Cromwell's army in 1653, the Abbey has remained a place of worship despite years of continuous attacks and religious repression. Ballintubber is one of the most impressive church buildings in Ireland today. Early evening we will mark the conclusion of our pilgrimage with a farewell dinner together. Return to Knock Shrine for evening 8:30 pm Concelebrated Mass in the Basilica, on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Following Mass, participate in Novena Prayers and join in the Candlelight Procession to Apparition Chapel. Overnight at hotel in Westport. (B,D) D ay 9 August 16, Sunday: Return from Knock Airport Early transfer by coach to Knock Airport for our return flight to New York. Unexpected circumstances may cause changes to the outlined itinerary. We are holding all seats confirmed via special Aer Lingus Charter from New York JFK International Airport to Knock Airport: Date August 8 August 9 August 16 Charter Flight EI 4102 Departure City/Time Arrival City/Time New York JFK/ 8:30 pm --------------------------------------------------------------Knock NOC / 8:00 am EI 4103 Knock NOC/7:50 am New York JFK/10:20 am Please note: flight itinerary subject to change without notice. Your pilgrimage includes: • Round-trip economy class airfare via special Aer Lingus charter: New York/Knock/New York • U.S. Departure tax; Customs User fee; Security tax and all Airport Departure taxes. • Meeting & assistance upon departure from New York’s JFK Int’l Airport. • Seven (7) night’s accommodations in twin rooms at hotels throughout. • Irish breakfast and dinner daily including a gala welcome dinner and farewell dinner in Westport. • Deluxe motor-coach transportation throughout your tour. • Full-time Tour Manager throughout. • Sightseeing, conducted by licensed, professional, English-speaking guide. • Entrance fees to all sights, as per itinerary included. • Porterage of one piece of luggage, per person, at hotels throughout. • Coordination of daily Liturgies as per attached itinerary. Items not included in the package price: • Health, trip cancellation/interruption or baggage insurance. All are strongly recommended. Peter’s Way Tours offers an optional comprehesive policy at additional cost. • Passport & visa costs, if any. • U.S. Passports must be valid for at least the duration of your visit. • Items of a personal nature (hotel extras, laundry, phone calls, etc.) • Meals not specified in the program. • Gratuities for the tour manager/guide and driver. • Items not specifically mentioned above. Led by Timothy Cardinal Dolan August 8 - 16, 2015 Enclosed is my/our deposit of $500.00 per person (Plus Insurance Costs if “Yes” is checked below)) Deposit Deadline: May 30, 2015 Final Payment Deadline: June 15, 2015 Please complete, sign & send us a photocopy of this enrollment form, for each participant. 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AIR TRANSPORTATION: Round trip economy class from New York via special Aer Lingus Chartered Flight to Ireland West Airport, Knock, Ireland. DEVIATIONS: Peter’s Way Tours is unable to accept deviation requests for this special charter flight. Participants wishing to make their own airline arrangements must do so on their own. Please inquire about land only arrangements prior to confirming independent airline transportation. TRANSFERS AND PORTERAGE: Round-trip airport transfers are included for passengers who purchase the full air and land package. Porterage of one piece of luggage throughout your tour at hotels is also included. ACCOMMODATIONS/SINGLE TRAVELERS: Price per person is based on two persons sharing twin bedded rooms with private facilities in hotels throughout your tour. Matrimonial (full) bedded rooms are subject to availability and must be requested. Triple rooms are available for family or friends traveling together. We discourage triple room accommodations because they are normally not spacious and there is no discount for triple occupancy. Triple rooms usually are regular twin or matrimonial (full) bedded rooms with a rollaway bed added. Single rooms are limited but may be requested at time of booking for an additional charge of $595.00. While single rooms provide privacy, they are often smaller than twin bedded rooms and may be located away from the group. We will make every effort (if you so desire) to match you with a same gender roommate when we receive your application, but we do not guarantee a roommate can be matched. If a single room must be assigned due to your roommate's cancellation, incompatibility or for any other reason (even at the last moment or while on tour), we must charge you the tour's single supplement or pro-rated amount. MEALS: Irish breakfast and dinner daily, including a gala welcome dinner and farewell dinner in Westport. Beverages (coffee, tea, mineral water) are not included at set menu dinners. GRATUITIES & SERVICE CHARGES: Gratuities are not included in your tour package. For good work, recommended (but voluntary) tipping to your tour manager is 4.00 Euro per passenger per day; to the driver is 2.00 Euro per passenger per day; for the local guides 1.50 Euro per passenger per day. Tips for the tour manager and bus driver are normally given as a group at the end of the tour. Other gratuities are usually handled individually. All service charges and local taxes as imposed by hotels are included in the program rate. Although service charges are included, it is customary to leave 1.00 Euro per person for the waiters after each meal and 1.00 Euro per person per day for the maid/bell boys. 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