Guadalupe

Day 1: August 7 – Arrival & Sacred Beginnings

Morning: Depart from Houston for Mexico City. Upon arrival, complete immigration and luggage formalities.

Midday: Visit the Cathedral Basilica of Mexico City, an architectural masterpiece and the largest cathedral in Latin America, built on the site of an ancient Aztec temple.

Celebrate Holy Qurbana at one of its high altars.

Evening: Check-in at Hotel Casa Blanca.

Overnight Stay: Dinner and accommodation. (Meals: Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: August 8 – Sacred Sites and Historic Wonders

Morning: Explore the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, one of the most visited Catholic shrines in the world. Shop for devotional items and attend Mass in one of the high chapels.

Afternoon: Discover the Pyramids of Teotihuacan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the monumental Sun and Moon Pyramids. This ancient city was a major center of Mesoamerican culture and spirituality.

Evening: Stroll through Coyoacán, a vibrant and historic district. Visit the Church of San Juan Bautista, one of the oldest churches in Mexico, and the Church of El Carmen, renowned for its Baroque architecture.

Overnight Stay: Dinner and rest at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: August 9 – City Exploration and Cultural

Morning: Enjoy a guided tour of Mexico City, starting with Zócalo (Main Square), a hub of Mexican history and culture. Visit the National Palace, famous for Diego Rivera’s murals depicting Mexico’s history, and the Metropolitan Cathedral, a stunning blend of architectural styles spanning centuries.

Midday: Celebrate Mass at the Cathedral.

Afternoon: Visit the Chapultepec Park, one of the largest urban parks in the world, and the National Museum of Anthropology, home to priceless artifacts from Mexico’s pre-Columbian civilizations.

Overnight Stay: Return to the hotel for dinner and rest. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: August 10 – Sacred Journeys to Historic Shrines

Morning: Travel to Pyramid of Cholula, the largest pyramid in the world by volume, blending pre-Columbian and Christian heritage with a church built atop its summit.

Afternoon: Visit Tlaxcala, including the Basilica of Our Lady of Ocotlán, renowned for its miraculous Marian image and intricate architecture. End the day with a stop at the Shrine of San Miguel del Milagro, a site commemorating the apparition of St. Michael to a local farmer. Celebrate Holy Qurbana at the Basilica.

Overnight Stay: Dinner and accommodation at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: August 11 – Final Blessings and Departure

Morning: Return to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe for a final Mass at 10:00 AM. Spend time in quiet meditation and reflection.

Afternoon: Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Houston. (Meals: Breakfast)

Package Details

Cost Per Person (Twin Sharing Basis): $1,100

Children Under 10 (No Extra Bed, Sharing With Parents): $800

Package Inclusions:

• Round-trip airfare from Houston to Mexico City.
• Accommodation in 4-star hotel with continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Guided sightseeing tours as detailed in the itinerary.
• Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites.
• English-speaking guide throughout the pilgrimage.