Footsteps in History and Faith: 3-Day Tour

Duration: 3 Days | Price (Starting from) : NA

Description/Overview:

This 3-day pilgrimage will immerse you in centuries-old traditions, Hispanic church architecture, and moments of spiritual reflection.  Areas to be visited include nearby Canaman, Bombon and Camaligan towns.

Day 1
  • DANLUGAN & ORIGINAL SITE OF THE CATHEDRAL (How the Naga River influenced the spread of religion in Naga)
  • SAN FRANCISCO CHURCH (Oldest church/Belfry remnants)
  • NAGA METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL (Seat of the Archdiocese of Caceres since Spanish times)
  • Visit the iconic Porta Mariae guided by a tour guide.
  • MUSEO DEL SEMINARIO CONCILIAR DE NUEVA CACERES (Guided tour led by seminarians)
    • Prayer at Holy Rosary Seminary Chapel:  Reflect in the serene ambiance of the seminary chapel.
  • LUNCH AT BIGG’S DINER BARLIN
    • ARCHBISHOP’S RESIDENCE (Learn about the Archbishop’s Palace and the timeline of Archbishops)
    • Possible Audience with Archbishop:  Subject to availability, a pre-coordinated meeting may be arranged.
  • OUR LADY OF PENAFRANCIA PARISH (Old Shrine)
    • Healing Mass with Manto Imposition (Saturdays, 7am only)
  • OUR LADY OF PENAFRANCIA MUSEUM
  • TAIZE EVENING PRAYER (held every first Wednesday of the month)
    • Ecumenical Prayer:  Experience a Bicolano version of the French Taizé prayer at Our Lady of Peñafrancia Parish. Join locals in an evening prayer lit by candles and accompanied by choir music.
  Day 2  
  • Museo Historico de la Universidad de Sta. Isabel (Explore exhibits with curator)
  • Canaman – Pilgrim Image of Our Lady of Sorrows
  • Magarao – Traditional Hilot
  • Churches at the Bay Area (Bombon, Calabanga)
  • Camaligan – Historical Church Visit
  • Lunch (en route)
  • Dinner & River Cruise
Day 3
  • BASILICA MINORE & NATIONAL SHRINE

Activities: Registration & Orientation:  Welcome by the Daughters of Mary, who will guide you through the day’s activities. Write intentions, petitions, prayers, and testimonials of healing. –  Watch how the Manto is made.  Souvenir Shopping:  Explore and pre-order items related to the Manto. – Pilgrim’s Mass at 11am.  Manto Imposition.  Blessing of Souvenirs:  Have your purchased items blessed.  Church Tour & Photo Ops.

  • LUNCH (en route)
  • SPIRITUAL RETREAT/RECOLLECTION
    • Led by OLP Priest or Focal Person:  Engage in a half-day spiritual retreat using a Marian-themed module. Venue Options:  Choose from upland resorts like Rocks & Greens, Yabu River Camp Garden, Penafrancia Resort, or Don Bosco Retreat House.
Tour Inclusions:
  • Guided tours and orientations at each location
  • Participation in Pilgrim’s Mass and Healing Mass
  • Taizé evening prayer experience
  • Meals and accommodations as specified
Notes:
  • Availability:  Itinerary activities may vary based on scheduling and availability.
  • Customization:  Special requests can be accommodated with advance notice.

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