Fr. Dante Venus, S.V.D.
September 6, 2018
Taiwan, Japan
This Pilgrimage is fully booked. We invite you to view our other departures.
A pilgrimage provides an opportunity to step out of the non-stop busyness of our lives, and seek a time of quiet and reflection. It is a time of simply “being” rather than always “doing.” Embark on a Pilgrimage to Taiwan plus Okinawa with Fr. Dante Venus, SVD, leaving on September 6, 2018. Make this an opportune time to refresh your faith while enjoying the company of others.
Begin your pilgrimage in Taipei, Taiwan’s largest city as well as its national capital. Celebrate Mass at the beautiful St. Josef Freinademetz Church in the Linkou District. St. Josef Freinademetz, SVD left behind his family and Alps, he loved so much, never returning there, and dedicated the rest of his life to the Chinese people as a missionary. Enjoy a scenic tour of the major sites of Taipei including the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, a national monument and landmark erected in memory of Chiang Kai-shek, former President of the Republic of China.
Travel down south to Lukang, famed for its well preserved cultural and historical heritages, as well as old-time flavors that attract large number of both local and international visitors each day. Celebrate Mass at the Our Lady of Peace Church. Spend overnight at Sun Moon Lake.
Depart for Kaohsiung, known as Taiwan’s Harbor Capital, for your two-night stay. Described as a place where “the weather is almost always good, the pace of life is slow and the city of free,” Kaohsiung will surely captivate your heart. Not to be missed is a visit to the Holy Rosary Cathedral, the oldest Catholic church and seat of the Archbishop of Taiwan.
Depart Taiwan to catch a flight bound for Okinawa, Japan. Marvel at the breathtaking cliff point sceneries of Cape Manazmo in the Kunigami District. Travel through Ohashi Bridge to Kouri-jima, which literally means “love island.” In Kouri-jima, expect to see the simple beauty of nature at its best by the stunning views, tranquil place and turquoise seas. Head to Okinawa’s Ocean Expo to visit the Churaumi Aquarium, one of the world’s largest aquariums.
Head for the city district of Naha to visit the Shurijo Castle, a center of the Ryukyu Kingdom between 1429 and 1879. With architectural influences from both China and Japan, the Castle shows its exceptional cultural and historical values in its unique stonework and architectural design. Shurijo is included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Wind down your pilgrimage with a visit to Ryukyu Mura (Ryukyu Village), a small theme park about traditional culture in the form of a recreated village from the times of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
Join an 8-day Pilgrimage to Taiwan plus Okinawa with Fr. Dante Venus, SVD, leaving on September 6, 2018. May this spiritual journey be an opportunity to relax, take a break, and feel refreshed. May it lead you to an encounter with God during your everyday activities and set your soul on fire to serve and love God and others.
No Visa is required for Filipino passport holders going to Taipei.
Japan Visa Requirements:
Note: Exemption of Birth and Marriage Certificate: If the applicant has his/her passport old or valid with used Japanese visa
Processing Fee: Php 1,200.00 per Pax (subject to change)
Processing Time: Minimum 5-7 working days (discretion of the Embassy)
1) A US$ 500.00 non-refundable deposit is required upon reservation together with a photocopy of a passport (valid for 6 months fromdate of departure) and Pilgrim’s Profile with a passport-size photo plus the visa fee and travel insurance payment.
2) Full payment in U.S. dollars is required before ticketing but in no case shall it be later than 30 days before departure date.
3) The following cancellation charges will apply:
> 45 days before departure date – US$ 500.00 (non-refundable deposit)
> 30 days before departure date – 50% of the Tour Cost
> 20 days prior to departure date – Full tour cost will be forfeited
TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE: Visa fees and documentation expenses, insurance, hospitalization and other medical expenses, tours and transportation during free periods, porterage of extra pieces of luggage in excess of maximum allocation (20 kgs.), drinks and beverages taken during meals, items of personal nature such as laundry, telephone, fax, room service, and other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary terms and conditions.
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