His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI & Milanka Lachman

Milanka Lachman being inducted into The Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem

Letter from the President...

Dear Pilgrim,

Welcome to 206 Tours Pilgrimages! Since 1985, we have focused upon providing pilgrimages which are tailored to the interests of those seeking spiritual refreshment and awakening. We add a balance of culture, history, archaeology, art, food, architecture, entertainment, friendships and naturally plain old fun. Throughout your journey with 206 Tours you are accompanied by a local guide. In addition, a priest is also always by your side offering daily Mass. He will provide spiritual advice and be available to hear confessions.

Do you need spiritual injection? Is it your time to delve deeper into the spiritual matters of your soul?
Ever wonder what it would be like to submerge yourself in the waters of Lourdes or if you are up to walking for 10 days on El Camino route to Santiago del Compostela in Spain? Did you ever wish you could go to the Holy Land to pray in the Upper Room? Or do the Stations of the Cross while walking on Via Delarosa? 206 Tours offers hundreds of departures such as these year round. Simply choose an awe-inspiring Holy Place that is calling your name. Each pilgrimage honors the divine sacred site where the physical world meets the spiritual world. When overwhelmed or facing difficult circumstances, immersing yourself in a pilgrimage while embracing the cross could be your answer.

Why go on a pilgrimage? For meaningful spiritual insight; to get closer to God; in gratitude and thanksgiving; seek physical or spiritual healing; to forgive; for inner peace; to sing, to laugh; to discover; to pray for kids, family or marriage. Regardless if you are in need of miraculous healing, if you want to offer penance while venerating before the saints incorrupt body, the pilgrimage will bring a transformation and an awe inspiring reflection.

Some stumble upon a pilgrimage never knowing what to expect, they just have a calling to go. Our regularly scheduled departures are comprised of individuals not knowing one another. In the beginning the unknown might be scary, similar to a child on the first day of school, yet by the time pilgrimage is over you will gain faith, courage and new friends that will last you a lifetime.

A pilgrimage begins the day that you hear the calling. Pray that you find time to get-away-from it all, as sometimes, we need to stand further away to see clearer. Especially, if the mundane everyday life feels spiritually empty, then fervently seek to receive the divine guidance. If guided to a pilgrimage, consider 206 Tours.

My gratitude to all selfless priests without whom we would not exist, to my diligent staff, and most of all to you, my beloved pilgrims. I'd like to hear from you and join thousands of our client’s who have shared their pilgrimage experience (many are posted). If you have any questions or comments email me.

We know that that God does honor that which we pray for. We have been blessed to see and hear many miracles and life transformations. Bring your wonders and petitions and leave the rest to us. You will never be the same!

May God bless and reward you for all the support and for the efforts you undertake.

Sincerely,

Milanka Lachman
President

"The world is a book, those who do not travel read only a page"  St. Augustine

More About 206 Tours:

	206 Tours has been in the business of connecting pilgrims with God for over 25 years!
	206 Tours quality of tours and service is first rate. If you are looking for the best life changing pilgrimage experience - look no further!
	206 Tours has serviced over 350,000 clients from all over the world.
	206 Tours destinations include:  The Holy Land,  Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Medjugorje, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Greece, Turkey, Egypt, Ireland, Germany, Hungary and Mexico. We also offer special programs to World Youth Day.
	206 Tours offers the best airfares
	206 Tours pilgrimages include a leadership of a Catholic Priest and Mass daily. We include flights, hotel accommodations, meals, ground transportation, sightseeing and tour guide throughout.
	206 Tours offers over 500 itineraries with scheduled departures where any single pilgrim from all over the world can join
	The average size of the group ranges between 20 - 38 passengers.
	We also arrange special groups and ad-hock departures as well as services for individuals, special events groups and conferences.
	Our philosophy about our clients is that we emphasize personalized service. Each one of our clients are very important to us, and we take time to speak to them, to pray for them, to prepare their documents, to listen to them when there is a problem, and to treat them with respect no matter what.
	Our philosophy is the same for our priests, employees and our suppliers: treat every person - the way we would like to be treated.
	206 Tours produces a color brochure, listing regularly scheduled departures. Email or call and we will ship it to you for free!
	206 Tours is a member of BBB, BBB OnLine, RCMA (Religious Conference Management Association), ARC and IATAN
	We are most proud to share our feedbacks and letters from our clients

1.	206 Tours has the best feedbacks
2.	206 Tours will gladly offer references of priests or clients from your area
3.	206 Tours takes Pay Pal and all credit card (both offer additional insurance and/ or bonus points/ frequent flyer points)
4.	206 Tours is rated A + by the BBB (The Better Business Bureau)
5.	206 Tours offers "Cancel for Any Reason Protection Plan" @ $199 per person (in addition to the regular travelers insurance) Our insurance policy has also been improved and updated. Medical coverage has been increased to $50,000 and Job termination is included in covered reasons: Termination of legal employment by employer for reasons other than misconduct, provide that the Insured had been employed by the employer for at least 3 years.
6.	The travel business has gotten a little hectic lately, especially on the internet!
	Here are some tips to steer clear of scams! Do not go by what Web Sites tells you. Especially: - be careful of those that do not list their mailing address (instead of a P.O.Box), - be careful of those that do not pick up telephone calls - be careful of booking directly with a foreign operator, they have little accountability to a US client. - be careful when operators are working without appropriate bond or minimum 1 Million Dollars Errors and Omissions insurance
7.	206 Tours has been providing quality tour arrangements since 1985. Our courteous staff is comprised of proficient individuals, many of whom are veterans in the industry. We hold special contracts for airfare, hotel and other travel components that translate into a product of excellent value. There are no hidden costs. Our groups are handled by qualified, friendly directors, safe and courteous drivers, and knowledgeable local guides who are experts on their regions. We use modern coaches with climate control and comfortable seats. Most international accommodations are first class, rated 4 star (unless custom groups request 3- accommodations), and our tour programs include the best of each region with a combination of historical, cultural, scenic and spiritual variety mixed for your enjoyment.
8.	Our goal is to provide you with a worry free well planned schedule resulting in wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.

Our Commitment to you:

We, the management and employees of 206 Tours, are pleased and honored that you have chosen us.  We are committed to doing all we can to insure that this most wonderful of adventures - the adventure of approaching the Lord's own shrine - is comfortable and pleasant. Our goal is to bring our pilgrims closer to Jesus by organizing beautiful and spiritual pilgrimages.

Pilgrimages are ideal for meeting new friends from across the globe, or for bringing together a parish community, family reunions, church groups, youth groups, student groups, senior citizens, singles, couples or for anyone seeking the spiritual refreshment that only a pilgrimage can give. Just choose your departure date and indicate the destination. For further details and incentives, please e-mail groups@206tours.com or call us at 800 206 TOUR (8687), and we will guide you through it.  You can be assured of having Mass daily on your Pilgrimage if you choose to book with us.

When you hear the "calling" - call us:  800-206 -TOUR (8687). One of our friendly travel agents will be available to answer your phone call as well as your questions. If you have chosen to travel with 206 Tours, part of our commitment to you will be to provide you with all of the details and inclusions of your pilgrimage before departing. You'll know that a Catholic Priest, who will have daily Mass, will be joining your pilgrimage along with guides that are knowledgeable and very friendly. These guides will be able to bring you on itneresting sightseeing tours where you will have time for spiritual activities and reflection. Your accomodations, either first class or superior tourist class hotels, will be centrally located. Transfers will also be arranged for all aspects of your pilgrimage where necessary. We want our pilgrims to get the most value for their money as well as the most value spiritually, and we never lose sight of that.

Whether you go around the corner or to the Holy Land, I hope that your pilgrimage leads to God, as it is the highest summum bonum (our ultimate good and life center). 

Call: 800-206-TOUR (8687) or email: sales@206tours.com