 RIO, BRAZIL 2013World Youth Day was begun by Pope John Paul II as a way to capture the spirit of the youth and inspire them to live the teachings of Christ.
Rio de Janeiro: Rio is a stunning location and will be a fitting location for the 3,000,000+ pilgrims who are expected to attend the events. JMJ YOUTH has over 20 years of pilgrimage experience including the past 8 major World Youth Days. We offer a number of optional Pre and Post-WYD packages and can customize a package to your needs. Our close connection to the WYD office in Rio will help things run more smoothly for your group. BEST VALUE GUARANTEED! Our mission is to evangelize, catechise and change the lives of our youth on pilgrimages. To make this happen, we price our pilgrimages as low as possible. We guarantee that item for item, our prices will meet or be lower than anyone's. Information and Reservations: For prices and detailed information, please fill out the form |  |
World Youth Day Basic Itinerary, July 2013
July 21 Depart for Rio de Janeiro July 22 Arrive in Rio, check into lodging, day tour of Rio with your guide July 23 Free morning and afternoon, WYD begins this evening with Mass July 24 Morning catechesis, afternoon and evening WYD events July 25 Morning catechesis, welcoming ceremony with our Holy Father July 26 Morning catechesis, afternoon WYD events, Stations of the Cross July 27 Pilgrimage to and participate in the Prayer Vigil with our Holy Father July 28 Morning Mass with our Holy Father, evening free July 29 Depart Rio for home or a post-WYD option Add on options: 1. Sao Paolo - Three days in Sao Paolo and Aparecida 2. Iguassu Falls - Three days in Iguassu Falls 3. Amazon - Four days in Manaus and the Amazon 4. Paraty - Two days in Paraty 5. Salvador de Bahia - Four days in Salvador 6. Mexico City - Four days in Mexico City 7. Buzios - Two days in sunny Buzios 8. Days in the Diocese - Four days in your chosen Diocese in Brazil Day Trips from Rio: 1. Petropolis - Enjoy the mountains near Rio like the former emperor 2. Ihla de Paqueta - Ferry to this island for a day of prayer and relaxation 3. Tropical Island Tour- Board a Schooner boat for a tour of the islands All Packages include: All of our pilgrimage options will include: 1. Round-trip Airfare (from the US and Canada) 2. Estimated Airline taxes and fees 3. WYD Registration Fees 4. Hotel, hostel or other lodging 5. JMJ Youth guide assistance during WYD 6. Free package for every 10 paid pilgrims* 7. Airport transfers 8. WYD provided meals (if chosen) 9. Free Familiarization trip for leaders of larger groups (45 pax) | 
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