April 26, Friday, Day 12: ROME – PARIS
We are transferred to the airport this morning for a flight to Paris. Upon arrival, we are greeted by our French guide, who will take us on a panoramic tour of the city, including a stop at the Eiffel Tower and the Notre Dame Cathedral for pictures. Settle into our hotel and enjoy the rest of the day on your own. Overnight in Paris. (B.)
April 27, Saturday, Day 13: PARIS
After breakfast, we drive to Rue de Bac where we celebrate Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal and see the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Laboure. Nearby is the Shrine of St. Vincent de Paul, which we visit, followed by a visit to St. Chapelle, a gem of Gothic style which was built to house the precious relics, including Christ’s crown of thorns acquired by Saint Louis. We return to the hotel, where we have dinner and stay overnight. (B.D)
April 28, Sunday, Day 14: PARIS
Today morning we board our motorcoach for a visit to Sacre Coeur (Sacred Heart Basilica) and the bohemian quarter of Paris. In the afternoon we have leisure time to explore the city on our own, perhaps visit a museum or take an optional tour of Versailles. Tonight we have our last dinner to-gether in a local restaurant. Overnight in Paris. (B. Special dinner)
April 29, Monday, Day 15: RETURN TO USA
After breakfast, we are transferred to Paris airport for our flight home. (B)