A Journey of Faith, Art, Music, History and Enchantment

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1 Oct A Journey of Faith, Art, Music, History and Enchantment Spiritual Leader and Host Fr. Robert Hutmacher OFM Santa Fe.. Albuquerque Chimayo.. Taos Pueblo San Francisco de Assis Mission Abiqui, Ghost Ranch San Miguel Church Georgia O Keefe Museum And More Santa Fe was founded in 1607, it is the oldest and highest capital city in the US. With its stunning

2 Land of Enchantment mountains, high desert climate and perpetual blue skies, has long captivated the imaginations of explorers, pilgrims and travelers from around the world. Santa Fe has three distinct cultures Native American, Spanish and Anglo and the experience is unparalleled. However, there s a fourth culture that many overlook: The rich Catholic and Franciscan heritage of Northern New Mexico. Santa Fe has Catholic roots that are older than Jamestown or Plymouth Rock. Its Spanish Missions are 170 years older than the missions of California. This program was designed for you to experience a truly unique Catholic pilgrimage that is blessed Spanish Catholic traditions, Native American traditions, pueblo architecture, art galleries, stories of the supernatural, and some of the most breathtaking scenic views this side of heaven. DAY 1 Monday, October 24, 2016, Chicago - Albuquerque Fly to Albuquerque. Bienvenidos, welcome to the Land of Enchantment. Upon arrival you will board your motor coach to travel the 67 miles to your hotel in Santa Fe. On arrival in Santa Fe you will be given an overview of Santa Fe and your guide will take you on a Walking Tour through the Historic Plaza and its surrounding streets. After checking in at your hotel, you will be treated to a Welcome Reception and Dinner and will hear a talk on the history of the Catholic Church in the SW, with emphasis on the tremendous contribution by the Franciscans. MEALS INCLUDED: D DAY 2 Tuesday, October 25 SANTA FE After breakfast, your guide will take you to visit the missions and other historic sites which are within walking distance of your hotel and which will include: Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi where you will learn the history of the Cathedral and of La Conquistadora, the oldest statue of Our Lady in the United States. Loretto Chapel and the Mysterious Staircase, where an anonymous carpenter built a staircase using neither nails nor any other visible means of support. Engineers have determined this to be structurally impossible; many believe that St. Joseph built the staircase in answer to a novena prayed by the nuns seeking a solution to the problem of accessing the choir loft in their long habits. San Miguel Mission the oldest church in the United States, and the nearby Oldest House a 2-room structure which dates back to the 1300 s. For those of you who wish to continue on a 1.8 mile walk (round trip) you will continue to the Cross of Martyrs which commemorates the 21 Franciscan friars who were martyred during the Pueblo Revolt of 1680; interpretive plaques along the way tell the story of Santa Fe. The location of the Cross gives you a vantage point to take in a truly lovely panoramic view of Santa Fe. We will take the time for lunch prior to taking a docentguided tour of the Georgia O Keefe Museum a museum which offers insight into the artist s paintings as well as her creative process and the light and landscape that so inspired her. Balance of day is at your leisure to enjoy the Plaza. MEALS INCLUDED: BL DAY 3 Wednesday, October 26 CHIMAYO & TAOS After breakfast, you will travel the 60 miles to Chimayo to visit: Santuario de Chimayo, also known as the Lourdes of America, it is the most popular place of pilgrimage in New Mexico. You will be welcomed by a host who will discuss the history of the Chapel and its holy dirt where the crucifix of Nuestro Señor de Esquipulas was discovered. Many believe the dirt where the crucifix was discovered has miraculous qualities. Santo Niño de Atocha, a separate chapel, but also part of the Santuario, it contains a large display of baby shoes which have been donated by visitors over the years; some are left for the intercession of Santo Nino by those who are in need of His help or as thanks for prayers answered. Rancho de Chimayo, you will enjoy lunch. After lunch, you will continue on the Low Road to Taos, a route which takes you along the rapidfilled Rio Grande River as it winds through canyons and small orchards. In Taos, you will visit: Taos Pueblo a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this pueblo is still inhabited by Native Americans. The adobe dwelling is one of the most photographed and beloved pueblos in New Mexico. San Francisco de Assis Mission & The

3 Mysterious Image This mission is one of the most photographed in New Mexico and the Mysterious Picture defies scientific explanation. It is an image of Jesus, painted over 100 years ago, which mysteriously glows and changes dimensions when the room is darkened. We will stop for dinner en route back to Santa Fe. MEALS INCLUDED: BLD DAY 4, Thursday, October 27 SANTA FE Today will be a totally free day so that you may have time to further explore, on your own, the many museums, art galleries, shops and restaurants which Santa Fe has to offer. This evening there will be a much anticipated CONCERT by Fr. Bob Hutmacher and friends. MEALS INCLUDED: None DAY 5 Friday, October 28 ABIQUIU This morning, you will take about a 1-hour drive to Abiquiu where you will visit: Ghost Ranch located on 21,000 strikingly beautiful acres, it is where Georgia O Keefe lived and painted her famous landscapes. Our Ghost Ranch guide will take you to restricted areas of the ranch to view the scenes and actual locations of some of Ms. O Keefe s paintings. The scenery is breathtaking, filled with towering red rock walls, shifting light, and boundless big sky. You will have a cafeteria style lunch at Ghost Ranch before returning to Santa Fe where you will have the balance of the day at your leisure. MEALS INCLUDED: BL DAY 6, Saturday, October 29 ALBUQUERQUE Following breakfast, you ll check out of your Santa Fe hotel and will travel to Albuquerque. In Albuquerque you will explore Indian Pueblo Cultural Center which features a brief historical overview of the Pueblo world. A contemporary exhibit features original artwork and craftsmanship of each of the 19 NM pueblos of today. SHRINE OF BERNADETTE where you will see a replica of the life- sized bronze statue of St. Bernadette located in France. The shrine s director will lead us on a guided tour. We ll take time for lunch prior to going in to Albuquerque for a Walking Tour of Old Town a historic area filled with shops, museums and restaurants, as well as, St. Felipe de Neri Catholic Church the original church, built in 1719, collapsed in 1792 and was rebuilt to its current structure in You ll check in to your Albuquerque area hotel and will have the balance of the afternoon on your own. This evening you will be treated to a Farewell Dinner at a popular local restaurant. MEALS INCLUDED: BLD DAY 7, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30 HOME Sadly, today we will transport you to the Albuquerque s Sunport Airport and bid you Hasta La Vista, until we meet again in the Land of Enchantment. MEALS INCLUDED: None Price Includes: Round trip air transportation Chicago / Albuquerque.. All airport and airline fees and taxes.. Deluxe motorcoach transportation and transfers.. Professional tour manager.. Docents and guides as indicated.. Tour escort / coordinator for duration of tour.. Six night s hotel accommodations.. All hotel taxes and fees.. 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners.. Santa Fe walking tour of historic Plaza area.. Albuquerque Old Town walking tour.. Admission fees to all sites visited as indicated in this brochure.. Concert entrance fees Not Included: Excess baggage fees or any possible additional airline or government imposed fees or taxes beyond those included in ticket purchase.. Items of a personal nature such as taxis, phone calls, room service, additional beverages at scheduled meals, souvenirs, etc... Meals not indicated as included.. Gratuities to escort, motorcoach driver, tour guides, wait staffs, tour escort, etc... Travel/medical/cancellation insurance (strongly recommended).. Anything not specifically stated as included in this brochure. Tour s Level of Difficulty: Based on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the most strenuous, this tour is a level 1.5 There will be hills, some will be steep, walking tours, cobblestone or gravel streets and paths. NOTE: Santa Fe is at an altitude of 7,000 feet. Certain medical conditions can be affected by this thinner atmosphere. If you have concerns please check with your doctor to determine if you will be able to enjoy your stay in Santa Fe comfortably and safely. Per Person Cost Dbl. Occupancy: $3, Single Occupancy: $3, TERMS & CONDITIONS

4 FORM OF PAYMENT All payments must be made by personal check or money order. We are unable accept credit card payments at this time. Make Payment Payable to: Mail Payments to: A. Greg Gregori Santa Fe Tour Attn: A. Greg Gregori 312 West 16 th Street Chicago Heights, IL DEPOSITS & FINAL PAYMENT First Deposit $ per person, with completed reservation form. Second Deposit - $ per person - Due: July 26, 2016 Final Payment Due: September 9, 2016 SHOULD YOU NEED TO CANCEL YOUR TOUR FOR ANY REASON, THE FOLLOWING PER PERSON CANCELLATION FEES WILL APPLY or (3) any wrongful, willful or negligent act or omission on the part of any other party not under the supervision and control of LA. Additionally, responsibility is not accepted for losses or expense due to sickness, lack of appropriate medical facilities or practitioners, weather, strikes, theft or other criminal acts, war, terrorism, computer problems, or other such causes. All service and accommodations are subject to the laws of the country in which they are provided. Chiesa Nuova and/or Mr. Gregori reserve the right to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their sole judgment, and conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience or safety of the travelers. They reserve the right to withdraw or add to any travel program or portion thereof that has been announced. The tour coordinator reserves the right to decline to accept any person as a member of the travel program, or to require any participant to withdraw from the trip at any time, when such action is determined by the tour coordinator to be in the best interest of the health, safety, and general welfare of the group or of the individual participant. Chiesa Nuova and/or Mr. Gregori will not be liable for any personal effects, same being the sole responsibility of the owner at all times. Cost of tour may be subject to change due to additional airline/airport taxes or fees or hotel taxes or fees not in effect at the time of this writing. Participation in the travel program constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions. 90 to 61 days prior to departure $ to 31 days prior to departure $ any incurred costs* 30 days or less prior to departure no refund *Incurred costs denote any non-refundable deposits as required by hotels, airlines, motorcoach companies, and any additional penalties imposed by suppliers. Airline Penalties Tickets will be nonrefundable once issued. Changes or cancellations will incur a $ fee, plus any fare difference. Additional restrictions may apply such as loss of air deposit. Cancellation by Travel Companion If a travel companion must cancel for any reason the remaining traveler in the same room will be responsible for the payment of the single supplement unless the remaining traveler can find someone to take the place of the cancelled traveler. Airline penalties may also apply. Certain types of travel insurance will help prevent this expense. RESPONSIBILITY: Chiesa Nuova, the tour coordinator, A. Greg Gregori, their affiliated entities and their employees, representatives, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns, neither own nor operate any entity which provides goods and services for these trips. Because those named above do not maintain any control over the personnel, equipment, or operations of these suppliers, the afore mentioned parties assume no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any personal injury, death, property damage or other loss, accident or delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the suppliers or their employees or agents, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of these suppliers,

5 CHIESA NUOVA ~ SANTA FE PILGRIMAGE TOUR Oct. 24-Oct 30, 2016 RESERVATION FORM Please Print Clearly Please Make Checks Payable to Greg Gregori - Mail This Completed Form with Payment to Santa Fe Tour - Greg Gregori West 16 th Street - Chicago Heights, IL Tour participants traveling with a companion other than their spouse must use separate reservation forms. Government and airline security dictate that the name on your airline tickets must be as it appears on official forms of identification (birth certificate, driver s license, etc.). Please follow this dictate when completing your reservation form. Accommodations: I Request Single Accommodations We Request Double Accommodations Names: 1. Date of Birth: Age: 2. Date of Birth: Age: Address: Street Apt./Unit City/State/Zip Phone: Cell Phone: () Home Phone: () An Address that is frequently checked: _ Name only of Non-Spouse Traveling Companion if applicable: Name of an emergency contact person back home: Phone Number: ( ) Relationship: I have read, and I am thus informed of the Terms & Conditions that are indicated for this travel package, and I am in agreement with them. I am aware that providing a valid identification at airports is my sole responsibility. I am aware of the importance of cancellation/travel insurance. Your signature below verifies that all information given is accurate to the best of your knowledge. Signature - Date: Signature - Date: If you wish to have a copy of this brochure sent to a friend or relative, contact Greg Gregori at the phone number or address below. Tour Coordinator, A. Greg Gregori Tel: tuscanson0@gmail.com