Our Lady of Guadalupe´s apparitions, 6-Day Spiritual Pilgrimage tour to Mexico

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Day 1, ARRIVAL IN MEXICO CITY - THE SPIRITUAL GATEWAY

As you arrive at Mexico City, known as the "Spiritual Gateway" of Mexico, you'll be welcomed with warmth and guided to your accommodation. Prepare to embark on a transformative journey through the heart of faith.
Meet your tour guide who will take you to Hotel Plaza Florencia 4 or similar Hotel 4* or anyone you may decide, for your accommodation in Mexico City during next 6 days to do a tour of healing and spiritual sanitation.
Your dinner will be on your own, perhaps you will be able to explore the area where your centric hotel is located.

Day 2, BASILICA OF GUADALUPE - THE MIRACULOUS ENCOUNTER

After breakfast depart to most exciting and valuable day of your pilgrimage tour to Mexico where you will have your own encounter with the majestic Virgen of Guadalupe at Basilica of Guadalupe. On your way to the Sanctuary, visit the Santo Domingo square a baroque temple built in the XVIII which still remained as the most important Convent of the Order of Santo Domingo in Mexico. Also you will stop at the Square of the Three Cultures which showcases archaeological remnants of Aztec architecture, a Spanish colonial church (the Church of Santiago), and modern buildings. It serves as a tangible representation of the complex cultural history of Mexico, where these three cultures have intertwined and left their marks on the country's identity.
Visit the awe-inspiring Basilica of Guadalupe, where the miraculous encounter between the Virgin Mary and Juan Diego transpired. Attend a solemn mass and experience the palpable divine presence. Explore the shrine's rich history and architecture, a testament to the enduring impact of this holy event.
This is the most important place of our catholic faith journey, the Shrine of Lady of Guadalupe, Queen of Mexico and Patroness of the America´s
You will visit the chapel of the hill that was built to commemorate the three apparitions of the Virgin to Juan Diego; at the foot of the Tepeyac there is a small spring, it is said that this fountain indicates one of the places where the Virgin appeared to Juan Diego.
Continue to visit the Chapel del Pocito was built there is one of the richest examples of Mexican baroque, as well as one of the most original architectural works in the country.
The offering place is a magnificent place of stone and bronze, from the top of the rocks rises the figure of the virgin, who receives the offering of those who love her because of that she has her hands open in sign of acceptance.
Finally, you will entrance to the modern basilica dedicated in 1976, which display the astounding Tilma where the Virgin image is.
Tepeyac Hill - A Sacred Pilgrimage: Venture to Tepeyac Hill, where the Virgin Mary appeared multiple times to Juan Diego. Walk the path of devotion, reflecting on the divine messages conveyed on this hallowed ground. Experience the spiritual energy that permeates the site and connects believers across generations.
On the way back to your hotel, you will make a stop.
Returning back to the hotel for time at leisure.
Accommodation in B & B at Hotel Plaza Florencia 4* or similar centric Hotel 4* in Mexico City.

Plan your activities at evening, do not miss the opportunity to visit the Mexico Folkloric Ballet by Amalia Hernández who regularly you can see at National Fine Arts building of Mexico (Museo de Bellas Artes Mexico). It shows best expressions of Mexico traditional music and dancing from all Mexican regions, performed perfectly with elegancy and finest.

Day 3, SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF OCOTLAN - EMBRACING FAITH BEYOND BORDERS – KNOW THE PUEBLA´S CATHEDRAL

Depart in the morning after breakfast to visit the Shrine of Ocotlan located in the Tlaxcala State, smallest town of Mexican Republic. Virgin of Ocotlan is an Statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Ocotlan, Tlaxcala, Mexico. It is the patron of Tlaxcala and Puebla, a nearby town where you will going after this visit.
Journey to the Shrine of Our Lady of Ocotlan, a place where faith transcends borders. Here, the Virgin Mary appeared to Juan Diego Bernardino, an indigenous child, reinforcing the message of love and unity. Witness the power of faith that unites diverse cultures under the embrace of spirituality.
According to the legend it is said that in Ocotlan, a native man from Tlaxcala in 1541 named Juan Diego Bernardino, who already was converted into Catholicism was to get water from the river to treat sick people ( it was though that that water had healing properties ) when the Virgin Maria appeared to him and indicated to the Juan Diego where to find a sacred water which will heal the sickness of the people.
Visit the town of Tlaxcala and then visit the historic center of Puebla, a UNESCO world heritage city visiting main attractions of Puebla like the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Rosary Chapel and the beautiful ceramic type Talavera´s potteries.
Have luncheon in a local restaurant on your own, try the special sauce Mole made up of Chocolate and more than other 40 ingredients.
Return to Mexico City.
Accommodation at the Hotel where you are staying in Mexico City.

Day 4, SANCTUARY OF OUR LORD OF CHALMA - A PLACE OF HEALING – STATE OF MEXICO

After breakfast, head to the Sanctuary of Our Lord of Chalma, a site renowned for its miraculous healings and spiritual solace. Explore the history of the sanctuary and partake in a time of personal reflection and prayer. Feel the connection to centuries of pilgrims seeking blessings and healing.
A 2.50 hours’ drive will take you to Malinalco in the State of Mexico, designated as a “Magic Town” of México due to its values and attractions on first place the Sanctuary of Chalma. This is a small town not too populated almost completely dedicated to the pilgrims who visit the Sanctuary during the whole year. This place is the second most venerated catholic site in Mexico. It is visited by millions of people throughout the year. The Sanctuary is dedicated to an image of what many people describe as the "Black Christ" in Mexico who it is said by the legend it appeared in a nearby Cave.
Time to pray and meditate.
Near of the Sanctuary, there is an archaeological site and a Pyramid built before the Mexicas get in the control of the area in the XV century which you may like to visit.
Have late luncheon in a local restaurant and come back to Mexico City.
After having luncheon in a local restaurant, return to the city of Mexico, where you will tour the historic center of Mexico starting from the Zocalo or Constitution Square. Visiting the main attractions, seeing the Mexico Metropolitan Cathedral, the National Palace, the buildings of the Municipal Government and the Supreme Court, the archaeological Tenochtitlan cite (former capital of the Aztec empire, panoramic tour on Reforma Avenue to see most relevant monuments and buildings.
Back to the hotel for an evening at leisure in Mexico City

Day 5, RELEVANT CHURCHES ON SOUTH OF MEXICO - “XOCHIMILCO”, A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

Breakfast at hotel.
9:00 Departure to start the tour with the visit of colonial church of Chimalistac in the old suburb of San Angel. San Angel was chosen in the second half of the 18th century by the wealthy families of Mexico to build their country residences. It was a rural village far from the city, today is a charming neighborhood with cobbled streets and colonial houses covered in bougainvillea.
In this neighborhood is the convent and church of El Carmen which was built by Fray Andrés de San Miguel, who belonged to the order of the Discalced Carmelites, a legion that sought to recover the austerity and devotion that gave rise to the brotherhood.
Then continue to Xochimilco, to ride an Aztec boat this area is the last reminiscence of the Anahuac lakes, today Mexico City.
Have lunch in a local restaurant or may be in one of Chinampa still existing in the Xochimilco area.
After that you will visit Coyoacán neighborhood to visit Santa Catarina church; after the conquest, Hernán Cortes, granted the Franciscans a generous portion of land, to build a church and a cloister, known as the cloister and Church of San Juan Bautista of Coyoacán, the friars began to build churches around, between they are the Quadrant of San Francisco, San Lucas, Churubusco, and Santa Catarina. The friars built the Chapel of Santa Catarina or "Santa Cata" as an Indian chapel, say an open chapel, where the Indians could go to church, like Catechumens, before receiving the baptism.
Entrance to San Juan Bautista Church beautifully decorated and surrounded by the square of the garden Hidalgo, it is also an emblem of the locality and symbol of the beauty of the baroque New Spain.
Transfer back to Hotel.
Farewell dinner in a local restaurant with Mexican traditional music.

Day 6, RETURN WITH SPIRITUAL ENLIGHTENMENT, END OF TOUR

As your journey concludes, return with a heart enriched by spiritual enlightenment. Carry the memories of divine apparitions, sacred sites, and moments of deep reflection. Your pilgrimage to Mexico's divine apparitions will forever inspire your faith journey.

Join us on the "Divine Apparitions" pilgrimage 6 days tour, where every step brings you closer to the mystical encounters that have touched the hearts of believers for centuries. Book now and experience the transformation of a lifetime as you explore the miracles and messages that define Mexico's spiritual tapestry.

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NOTE:

This is a private tailor-made tour, a trip which is designed to satisfy entirely the interest of clients. You may request own preferable type of accommodation in Mexico City as well as the Hotel location in the city. Our staff will always try to satisfy you.
This Pilgrimage 6 days trip to Mexico is perfect for Pilgrimage group tours to México. Any group size: large group, medium or small groups. Travelling in groups on a pilgrimage tour to Mexico is convenience for visitors and tourists. Price is cheaper, you connect with people of faith like you, generally you get a more dedicated attention by tour guide and staff as well as best experience local tour guide since these are the ones better prepared to attend and deal with group tours.

PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ROOM: 696 USD

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The 6-days Pilgrimage Mexico tour includes:

Accommodation at Hotel 4* like Hotel Plaza Florencia or similar centrally located for 5 nights with breakfast and taxes included.
Welcome at International Airport Benito Juárez Mexico City by Tour Guide and Mexico Top Travel´s staff.All tours mentioned in the program are in private with specialized tour guide fluent in English language and knowledgeable of the sacred places and Shrines in Mexico.
Meals as indicated on the program (beverages not included).
Transfers - Airport-Hotel - Airport in private.
All tours mentioned in the program are in private with specialized tour guide fluent in English language and knowledgeable of the sacred places and Shrines in Mexico.
Excellent transportation depending on number of visitors.

Program does not includes:

Flights.
Insurance.
Services not indicated.
Medical Insurance.
Phone calls.
Personal expenses.

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