Jesus Apostle's Tomb Tours
Benevento · Patras · Santiago de Compostela · Rome · Jerusalem · Akeldama · Salerno · Galacia · Ephesus· Cana · Trier · Ortona · Hiera polis
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What's Included
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Hotel accommodations: (or similar) in double occupancy. (Details after registrations) -
Mass daily & Spiritual activities
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Free Water on motor coach
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Assistance of a professional local Guide
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Free Wi-Fi on motor coach
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Transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
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Breakfast, lunch and Dinner daily
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Transfers as per itinerary
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Round-trip airfare and intra-European flight
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Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
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All airport taxes & fuel surcharges
Itinerary
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Day 1 - Arrival and St. Peter Basilica
Arrive in Rome. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica (Vatican City), which houses the tomb of Simon Peter beneath the altar. Explore the Scavi excavations where Peter’s relics were discovered.
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Day 2 - Santi Apostoli Church
Visit Santi Apostoli Church, containing relics of Philip and James the Lesser (son of Alphaeus). Nearby, see the Basilica of St. Bartholomew on Tiber Island, holding relics of Bartholomew.
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Day 3 - Archbasilica of St. John lateran
Visit the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, which holds the skulls of Peter and Paul. End at the Basilica of Santa Croce for relics of Judas Thaddaeus and Simon the Zealot.
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Day 4 - Almafi
Travel to Amalfi (3-hour drive). Visit the Cathedral of St. Andrew, housing relics of Andrew transferred from Constantinople
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Day 5 - Salerno cathedral
Head to Salerno (1-hour drive). Explore Salerno Cathedral, where Matthew is buried. The cathedral’s crypt features Byzantine mosaics depicting his life.
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Day 6 - Cathedral of Santiago
Fly to Santiago de Compostela. Visit the Cathedral of Santiago, the endpoint of the Camino pilgrimage and the reputed tomb of James the Greater. Attend the Pilgrim’s Mass.
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Day 7 - Museum of Pilgrimage
Explore the city’s historic quarter and the Museum of Pilgrimage to contextualize James’ role in medieval Christianity.
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Day 8 - Athens and Patras
Fly to Athens, then drive to Patras (3 hours). Visit St. Andrew’s Basilica, rebuilt in 1974 to house Andrew’s relics, including his skull returned from Rome.
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Day 9 - Ancient Patras
Explore ancient Patras, including the Roman Odeon and the archaeological museum.
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Day 10 - Basilica of St. John
Fly to Izmir, Turkey. Visit the Basilica of St. John in Ephesus, built over the traditional tomb of John the Evangelist. Explore the nearby House of the Virgin Mary
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Day 11 - Martyrion of St. Philp
Travel to Hierapolis (2.5-hour drive). Visit the Martyrion of St. Philip, where Philip was reportedly martyred. Recent excavations claim to have identified his tomb.
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St. Polycharp Church
Return to Izmir. Optional visit to St. Polycarp Church, one of the Seven Churches of Revelation.
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Day 12/13 - St. Matthew of Abbey
Fly to Frankfurt, then drive to Trier (2 hours). Visit St. Matthias Abbey, which holds the relics of Matthias, the Apostle who replaced Judas. The abbey’s Romanesque architecture is a highlight.
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Day 14 - Trier's Roman ruins
Explore Trier’s Roman ruins, including the Porta Nigra and Imperial Baths.
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Day 15 - Return Home
Depart from Frankfurt or extend to optional sites like San Thome Basilica in Chennai, India (traditional tomb of Thomas), or Gonio Fortress, Georgia (associated with Matthias).
About Your Trip
Christian tradition holds that the burial sites of the apostles are sacred destinations, attracting pilgrims and history enthusiasts. Below is a structured overview of these sites, types of tours, key destinations, and considerations. Major Apostle Burial Sites: 1. St. Peter - Location: St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City. - Significance: Central to Catholic tradition; his tomb lies beneath the main altar. 2. St. Paul - Location: Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, Rome. - Significance: Jointly venerated with Peter; a major stop in Rome. 3. St. James the Greater - Location: Santiago de Compostela, Spain. - Significance: The Camino de Santiago pilgrimage culminates here. 4.St. Andrew - Primary Site: Amalfi Cathedral, Italy (relics). - Other Relics: Patras (Greece) and St. Andrews (Scotland). 5. St. Thomas - Location: St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica, Chennai, India. - Significance: Revered by Indian Christians; tradition holds he was martyred here. 6. St. John the Evangelist - Location: Ephesus, Turkey. - Significance: His tomb is near the ruins of the Basilica of St. John. 7. St. James the Lesser & St. Philip - Location: Basilica dei Santi XII Apostoli, Rome. - Note: Relics are enshrined together here. 8. St. Bartholomew - Location: Basilica of St. Bartholomew, Tiber Island, Rome. - Note: Relics include bones and a portion of skin. 9. St. Matthew - Location: Salerno Cathedral, Italy. - Significance: His tomb is a highlight of the cathedral crypt. 10. Sts. Simon the Zealot & Jude Thaddeus - Location: St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City. - Note: Relics moved here from Persia in the 8th century. 11. St. Matthias - Location: St. Matthias Abbey, Trier, Germany. - Significance: Only apostle entombed north of the Alps.