When considering a pilgrimage, one may ask what the benefits are of traveling with a dedicated pilgrimage company instead of planning the trip on their own. While we can think of many, here are 5 reasons why your pilgrimage experience will be greatly enriched by traveling with 206 Tours: 

1. Catholic Priest and Sacraments 

The most special part of a 206 Tours pilgrimage is that we are always accompanied by a Catholic priest. This gives our pilgrims the opportunity to attend daily Mass as they journey through the most sacred locations in the world. The spiritual fatherhood of our priests allows for each pilgrimage to be one that is deeply reflective and prayerful so that you can return home stronger in your faith. 

2. Lifelong Friendships 

The best things in life are those that we can share with others. Having been in the pilgrimage business for over 38 years, we are blessed to have the most wonderful pilgrims travel with us. When you join a 206 Tours pilgrimage, you become part of a community of thousands of other men and women who have forged lifelong friendships while traveling with us. Enrich your pilgrimage experience by traveling with a group of likeminded believers who love the Lord and one another. Your new best friend might just be waiting for you on your next 206 Tours pilgrimage! 

3. Professional Local Tour Guides 

Since our founding in 1985, 206 Tours has been establishing strong relationships with dedicated local tour guides who have a thorough knowledge of the regions they serve. From speaking the local language to showing you the best restaurant for lunch, these men and women are deeply invested in making sure that you have an authentic and enjoyable experience. As you learn about the saints and shrines of their culture, our guides will share in detail the history of each location so that you can fully appreciate its beauty and significance. Also, you never have to worry about getting lost! 

4. Detailed Itineraries 

With over 2,000 years of Church history throughout the world, there are so many places to see and experience. If you are planning a pilgrimage on your own to an unfamiliar country, one can easily become overwhelmed by wondering where they should visit and how to get there. That is why 206 Tours carefully crafts detailed itineraries that bring you to the most important sites and shrines of each location you visit. We know that every pilgrimage is a dedication of your time and money. We are committed to making sure you get the most out of every day abroad while still having time to rest and enjoy quality time with your fellow travelers. In addition, 206 Tours covers all sightseeing and admissions fees as per the itinerary. 

5. Professional Assistance with Booking 

Immediately after you book your 206 Tours pilgrimage, our professional team takes over all of the details for you. We work closely with airline agencies to book the most convenient flights possible and will do everything in our power to assist you in the event of airline delays or cancellations. Once you begin your travels, you can relax in your hotel at the end of every day knowing that it has been vetted by our team to ensure comfort, safety, and convenience. Our air-conditioned tour buses will take you to and from your various destinations. We take care of you the way we would our own families. 

Begin planning your next pilgrimage by exploring over 200 unique itineraries currently available with 206 Tours: https://www.206tours.com/pilgrimages/ 

 

 

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A pilgrimage is so much more than just a vacation. It is a calling from God to encounter Him in a new way. As you journey across the world, the aesthetic beauty of the sacred sites and shrines point us to the source of beauty Himself. These experiences are life-changing as we learn in a new way the incredible legacy of the Church and the way in which we are called to spread the Gospel through our own lives.

There are many different reasons to go on pilgrimage. No matter what your motivation may be, it is always a calling. Every pilgrimage we take is incredibly intentional on the part of God. Just as we can read the same scripture passage and always discover something new, in the same way every pilgrimage reveals new truths about the Lord and ourselves.

Over the course of your pilgrimage, each day will be filled with new adventures and memories. With so many life-changing experiences and graces being received, it is important to pause and ask the Lord what He is seeking to reveal to you during this special time.

This is why one of the best habits you can develop on pilgrimage is keeping a journal. Not only will this give you the opportunity to write down and remember these experiences and precious memories, but it will also help you to capture the whisperings of the Holy Spirit that are placed in your heart throughout your pilgrimage. 

Keeping a journal can be as simple as a small notebook that you keep with you throughout your travels. If you are new to journaling and are unsure of where to start, use this simple outline as a way to guide your thoughts and briefly reflect on your experiences at the end of each day:

• The places I visited today were…

• What was the place that touched my heart most? Why?
  
• A point that resonated with me during Father’s homily today was…

• One thing I never want to forget about today is…

• Today I felt the Holy Spirit saying…

By taking just a few minutes each day to write down your thoughts on these simple questions, you will be able to capture thoughts and memories that you would maybe have otherwise forgotten. Upon returning home, you will be able to relive these memories and take time to pray on all of the ways in which God spoke to you on your pilgrimage. Although pilgrimages will eventually come to an end, the graces and memories you receive on your time away will continue to be discovered and last a lifetime.

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