October 3 - 11, 2025
France
St. Patrick's Cathedral Seine River Cruise Pilgrimage with Immaculee Ilibagiza
SAVE $300 BY BOOKING BEFORE DECEMBER 1, 2024!
Join Immaculée Ilibagiza, Fr. Enrique Salvo, and Fr. Zach Presutti on a beautiful Seine River cruise through the exquisite cities of France including Paris, Rouen, Honfleur, and Lisieux. Nothing is more beautiful than taking in these historic gems through the eyes of the Faith, which shaped so many of these places. Celebrate daily Mass and visit some of the most beautiful cathedrals and churches along the way, while enjoying the unique tours in each port. Experience the most savory dining and impressive scenery France has to offer as you cruise from city to city.
INCLUSIONS
•Talks and prayers led by Immaculée Ilibagiza and Fr. Enrique Salvo
•Seven nights’ accommodations aboard the ship
•Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included daily on the ship
•Wine, beer, and soft drinks included with meals
•24- hour coffee station
•Arrangements of shore excursions per the itinerary
•Entrance Fees per the itinerary
•Local guides according to the itinerary
•Arrangements of daily Mass including donations in unique and historical churches
•Luxury motor coach in France for select sight-seeing
•Local tour manager while in France
•Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard the ship
•Tour manager from the USA
•Hotel & city taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage
YOUR TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
•Airfare; this package is sold land only
•Airport transfers
•Meals and beverages, unless specified
•Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motorcoach drivers
•Travel insurance
Itinerary
DAY 1: Friday, October 3 • Departure
Depart on independent, overnight flights to Paris, France.
DAY 2: Saturday, October 4 • Paris | Mantes-La-Jolie
Arrive in Paris, France and meet your local tour manager in the arrivals hall. Board a private motorcoach and transfer to the city center for a leisurely lunch on your own. Afterwards, depart for Saint Severin Church to celebrate Mass, and then board the river cruise ship, AmaDante, reserved specifically for your group. Enjoy an aperitif and presentation of the crew. Set sail for Mantes-la-Jolie with dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 3: Sunday, October 5 • Mantes-La-Jolie
Begin the day with morning prayer as you arrive in Mantes-la-Jolie. Depart on foot for the Collegiate Church of Mantes-la-Jolie to celebrate Mass, followed by a guided tour. Pray the Rosary in front of the statue of Our Lady of Tendresse. From the boat, enjoy spectacular views of the Castle of Rosny, the site of Vétheuil where Monet painted more than 150 paintings, the cliffs of French Vexin, the Castle of La Roche-Guyon and Giverny, Monet’s house. Continue towards Caudebec-en-Caux to take in the views of Gaillard Castle. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 4: Monday, October 6 • Caudebec-En-Caux | Lisieux | Honfleur
Depart by coach to Carmel, taking time for prayer in front of the Shrine of St. Therese. Continue the journey by coach to Lisieux and celebrate Mass at the Basilica of Lisieux. Visit the family home of the Martin family, where St. Therese spent eleven years until she entered Carmel. After lunch, continue to Honfleur for a Vespers service at Sainte-Catherine Church. Return to the ship for dinner and overnight.
DAY 5: Tuesday, October 7 • Normandy Beaches
Travel by coach to Normandy Beaches, walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who landed on D-Day in June 1944, discover Omaha Beach and experience Arromanches. Visit Pointe du Hoc to pray at the American Cemetery. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant before stopping at Sainte-Mère-Eglise, where American paratroopers carried out a bold landing. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 6: Wednesday, October 8 • Rouen
Journey to the Bonsecours Basilica and the monument dedicated to Saint Joan of Arc. Pray at the tomb of Fr. Jacques Hamel and head to Rouen for a guided tour of the Cathedral, followed by Mass. Return to the ship for dinner and overnight.
DAY 7: Thursday, October 9 • Chapel of the Miraculous Medal | Eiffel Tower | Louvre Museum
Pilgrimage to the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, where several apparitions of the Virgin Mary took place in 1830. Discover the life of Saint Catherine Labouré, to whom the Virgin Mary gave the miraculous medal. Pray where the apparitions occurred in front of the Saint’s reliquary. Celebrate Mass at the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal, then discover the Chapel of Saint Vincent de Paul before enjoying lunch on your own. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Paris including the Eiffel tower, Place de la Concorde, Arc de Triomphe, Opera House, the Louvre Museum and Tuileries Gardens. Dinner and overnight on board.
DAY 8: Friday, October 10 • Notre Dame Cathedral | Sacre Coeur
Set out for the Ile de la Cité, in the historic heart of Paris. Visit the Cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris, a jewel of gothic art. See the Sainte Chapelle (Holy Chapel) and enjoy lunch on your own before discovering the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre and the amazing view over Paris. Celebrate Mass in the Basilica and return to the ship for a celebratory farewell dinner.
DAY 9: Saturday, October 11 • Return
Transfer to the Paris airport for independent return flights home.
Itinerary subject to change
CABIN OPTIONS
Suite: SS
Located forward on the upper deck with a sitting area, French balcony, and 255 sq. feet.
Double Occupancy $7,999
French Balcony: A
Located midship on the upper deck with a French balcony and 170 sq. feet.
Double Occupancy $6,799
French Balcony: B
Located mid-aft on the upper deck or midship on the middle deck with a French balcony and 170 sq. feet.
Double Occupancy $6,199
French Balcony: C
Located aft on the upper deck or middle deck with a French balcony and 170 sq. feet.
Double Occupancy $5,999
Fixed Window: D
Located forward on the lower deck with stationary windows and 170 sq. feet.
Double Occupancy $4,999
*All cabin types and pricing are limited and subject to availability when booking.
Prices include $400 Early Booking Discount for deposits received before September 20, 2024.
TRAVEL PROTECTION:
Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) travel protection is highly recommended.
PAYMENT & CANCELLATION TERMS:
Deposit: $1,000 per person due upon registration
Second Payment: $2,000 per person due on or before 12/15/2024
Final Payment: Balance due 5/6/2025
Please note late payments will incur a $50 late fee.
All cancellations must be received in writing. Payments are non-refundable and subject to CTS Terms and Conditions, including the CTS Liability Release. CTS reserves the right to cancel any reservation if payments are not made according to the payment schedule. A $25 fee will be added to any reinstated reservation.
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