OCP Pilgrimages invites youto accompany us

on a pilgrimage to

France, Italy, Switzerland and

GermanyAugust 23 – September 9, 2013

$5,995*

Fr. John Amsberry, pastor of St. Josephthe Worker parishin Portland, andFr. Bob Barricks

will lead the 18-day pilgrimage.

For more information or to register contact:Carol Stahl or Robert Pfohman

800-547-8992 orPilgrimages@ocp.org

PO Box 18030Portland, Oregon 97218-0030

TERMS AND CONDITIONSTOUR PRICE: Fees are based on tariffs and currency exchange rates in effect in November 2012, and are subject to change should there be a rate revision prior to departure. The tour price of $5,995* is based on a minimum of 30 passengers. Cancellation of the pilgrimage is possible if fewer than 30 sign up.ACCOMMODATIONS: Pilgrims stay in first class hotels, based on double occupancy with private facilities. Single room supplement is $940, based on availability.MEALS: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided as indicated in the itinerary.TIPS AND TAXES: Extra costs normally appearing on hotel and restaurant bills as “services” are included in tour price, as are all government and local taxes on hotels and meals. Airport fees, departure taxes and fuel surcharges are not included, and will be billed at time of ticketing.SIGHTSEEING: Travel will be by modern, air-conditioned motor coach, including services of English-speaking guide and entrance fees paid to all sites on itinerary. Masses at churches indicated are subject to availability.NOT INCLUDED: 1) Optional travel insurance is not included. See enclosed insurance form for an insurance resource. Enclosed form must be signed to acknowledge that you have read the recommendation. 2) Also not included are meals not included in itinerary, plus laundry, wines, liquors, sightseeing or services other than those specifically listed, items of a personal nature, and excess baggage charges. 3) *Airport fees, departure taxes and fuel surcharges are calculated at the prevailing rate at the time of ticketing, and will be billed at that time.DEPOSIT AND CANCELLATION: A deposit of $500 per person is required to secure reservations, all of which will be applied to the price of the tour, with the balance to be paid in full no later than July 10, 2013. Written cancellations received prior to June 21, 2013 are refundable.AIR TRANSPORTATION: Round trip air transportation is provided between Portland/Paris and Munich/Portland in economy class jet via Delta Air Lines. If pilgrims cancel after June 20, 2013 or after tickets are written, whichever comes first, 100 percent of airfare will be forfeited by passenger. All airfares are subject to government approval and may change without notice.INSURANCE: We recommend everyone purchase travel insurance. We urge this because insurance is not included in the tour price. Because of the cost of medical care outside the United States, and since Medicare does not provide coverage outside the U.S., there is the possibility that your own insurance provider may not cover you. Additionally, high costs are associated with escorted air evacuation. You will receive a travel insurance brochure along with a Travel Insurance Recommendation form. This form must be signed and returned to OCP Pilgrimages with your initial deposit.RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY: OCP Pilgrimages and participating tour operators operate the land tours as agents of the hotels, bus operators, sightseeing contractors and others who provide the actual land arrangements. They are not liable for any act, omission, delay, injury, loss, damage or non-performance occurring in connection with these arrangements. Air carriers and other transportation companies whose services are featured in these tours are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board. The contract in use by these companies when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the companies and the purchaser of the tours and/or passage.MISCELLANOUS FEES: All changes must be in writing and may incur a charge for each revision. Deposits received after June 21, 2013, may incur a late registration fee.LAND ARRANGEMENTS: The tour operator reserves the right to change the itinerary because of emergencies or extenuating circumstances beyond our control.

Tour 2013-027

Eiffle Tower – Paris

5 September: Como – Lake LucerneToday we enter Switzerland, a country of majestic mountains and deep blue lakes, and drive through the Gottard Tunnel, one of the longest in Europe. We reach Lucerne in the Bernese Oberland, right at the heart of Switzerland, between Mount Pilatus and Lake Lucerne. The old town, comprising colorful painted buildings, is protected from the lake by the historic covered wooden Chapel Bridge. We see the famous Lion Monument, shop for Swiss goodies such as chocolate, knives, cuckoo clocks and watches, or take an optional cable car trip (not included) up Mount Pilatus to 7,000 feet altitude for an incredible panorama of the mountains. We stay overnight in a lakeside village. (Breakfast and Dinner)

6 September: Lake LucerneToday includes a full-day excursion to see some of Switzerland’s majestic scenery. We cross the Brunig Pass to Lake Brienz, one of the deepest and cleanest in the country. Then on to Interlaken, which is situated between two lakes and has a magnificent view of the Jungfrau, one of the highest Swiss mountains. We then continue to Grindelwald, beneath the notorious North Face of the Eiger before returning to Lake Lucerne for the night. (Breakfast)

7 September: Lucerne – MunichThis morning we leave Switzerland for Germany, enjoying the stunning scenery in the region of Bavaria, including a tour of Neuschwanstein, fairytale castle of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. The castle, the inspiration for the Disneyland castle, is decorated in a rich style with no expense spared. This extravagance eventually caused an alarmed Bavarian Parliament to depose Ludwig. We continue to Munich for two nights. (Breakfast and Dinner)

8 September: MunichThis city more than any other represents the Germany of popular imagination: of lederhosen, beer, pretzels and traditional costume. Despite being badly damaged during the Second World War, the city center around Marienplatz and the opera house have been rebuilt in a sensitive manner. Following an orientation tour of the city, we drive to the suburb of Dachau, where Nazi Germany built their first concentration camp, these days a fascinating memorial and museum. We enjoy a farewell dinner this evening at Munich’s most famous beer hall, the Hofbräuhaus. (Breakfast and Dinner)

9 September: Munich – PortlandWe depart from Munich International Airport for the journey home. (Breakfast)

Neuschwanstein Castle – Bavaria

Mount Pilatus – Lucerne

Hofbräuhaus – Munich

Fr. Amsberry Fr. Barricks

23 August: In FlightWe depart Portland on a transatlantic flight to Paris, France.

24 August: ParisWe arrive in Paris, the City of Light and one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, and transfer to the hotel. The balance of the day will be spent at leisure. (Dinner)

25 August: ParisToday we explore Paris, seeing Notre Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe, the Miraculous Medal Chapel, Champs Elysees, Place de la Concorde, the Opera and much more. Optional visit of the Louvre Museum will be offered. (Breakfast and Dinner)

26 August: Paris – CaenThis morning we leave Paris and drive into the region of Normandy. Our first stop is Lisieux, home of the Little Flower, St. Thèrése. We see her childhood home, Les Buissonets, the Carmelite Convent where she lived as a nun and the modern Basilica, one of the largest churches built in the 20th century, with beautiful modern mosaics. We then continue to the city of Caen for overnight. (Breakfast and Dinner)

27 August: Caen – Mont St. MichelJust a short distance from Caen we visit the Normandy Beaches, where on 6 June 1944 the Allies landed to free Europe from Nazi tyranny. We see Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery, the German gun battery at Longues-sur-mer and the Mulberry artificial harbour at Avranches. Then we continue across Normandy to one of Europe’s most famous landmarks – Mont St. Michel. Construction of the abbey started in the year 709, following a vision of St. Michael to the local bishop, and continued for 600 years. We tour the abbey, a masterpiece of architecture, and spend some time in the quaint narrow streets of the town. (Breakfast and Dinner)

28 August: Mont St. Michel – Loire ValleyWe depart early to arrive in time for the Gregorian Mass at the Abbey of Solesmes. Then we continue to Tours, in the Loire Valley, for the first of a two-night stay. (Breakfast and Dinner)

29 August: Loire ValleyThe day begins with Mass at the Basilica of St. Martin of Tours, where the Saint is buried. We then continue along the Loire Valley, know as Chateaux Country for the number of historic castles along its banks. We visit Chenenceau and Amboise, two of the most famous. We also enjoy a tasting of local wines. (Breakfast and Dinner)

30 August: Loire Valley – Paray-le-Monial This morning we drive across the center of France to Nevers, where Bernadette of Lourdes was a nun for the last years of her life. We visit the Convent of Saint Gildard, see her shrine and celebrate Mass before continuing to Paray-le-Monial for the night. (Breakfast and Dinner)

31 August: Paray-le-Monial – LyonIt was in Paray-le-Monial in 1673 that Jesus revealed his Sacred Heart to Sister Marguerite-Marie Alacoque. We visit the Chapel of the Visitation, where the revelation took place, and the Basilica of the Sacred Heart, built in 1090 in Romanesque style. From Paray we continue east to the village of Ars-sur-Formans, home of the patron saint of all priests, St. Jean-Marie Vianney, known as the Holy Curé of Ars. We visit his house and the Basilica with his shrine before continuing to Lyon for an overnight stay. (Breakfast and Dinner)

1 September: Lyon – AvignonWe enjoy a morning tour of Lyon, built at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers, and capital of Gaul during the Roman occupation. We then continue south along the Rhone Valley, passing historic towns and famous vineyards. We stop at the Pont-du-Gard, where a first-century Roman aqueduct crosses the river Gardon 160 feet below, before continuing on to the Provence region and Avignon for an overnight stay. (Breakfast and Dinner)

2 September: Avignon – NiceFrench Pope Clement V moved the Papacy from Rome to Avignon in 1309, following political unrest in Rome and pressure from the French king. He was succeeded by six more French popes, who lived in ever-increasing splendor, leading the period to be known as the “Babylonian Captivity.” This morning we visit the Popes’ Palace, built by Benedict XII, one of the largest buildings in the world at the time. We also see the famous “Pont d’Avignon,” the city walls, and the Cathedral, Our Lady of the Rock. We continue to Nice in the French Riviera. (Breakfast and Dinner)

3 September: NiceSet on the beautiful Bay of Angels, Nice was popularized as a winter resort by the English aristocracy, who gave their name to the seafront promenade, the Boulevard des Anglais. We see the Cours Saleya, the fruit and flower market, before continuing to Monaco. This small principality is known worldwide for its casino at Monte Carlo, and the fact that the residents pay no income tax. We return to Nice for the night. (Breakfast)

4 September: Nice – ComoThis morning we cross into Italy and drive through the region of Piedmont to Como, situated on the lake of the same name. Como has been Italy’s prestige lake ever since the earliest days of the Roman Empire, when Pliny wrote of the luxuriant beauty surrounding the villas on the shore. Later the lake enraptured Verdi, Rossini, Bellini and Liszt, while Shelley and Wordsworth were regular visitors. For centuries Como provided the silk for Milan’s fashion industry. More recently, George Clooney has bought a villa on the lake in Laglio. (Breakfast and Dinner)

Notre Dame Cathedral – Paris

American Cemetery - Normandy

Mont St. Michel

Basilica of St. Martin of Tours – Loire Valley

Bay of Angels – Nice

Chenenceau Castle – Loire Valley

Basilica of the Sacred Heart – Paray-le-Monial