The "Old Way" to Canterbury with Holy Trinity Episcopal

      Canterbury, UK

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      Dec 1 - 9, 2023
      Group size: 16 - 25
      The "Old Way" to Canterbury with Holy Trinity Episcopal
      Canterbury, UK

      Progressive Pilgrimage
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      7 reviews

      Dec 1 - 9, 2023
      Group size: 16 - 25

      About this trip

       Over the course of nine days, pilgrims will discover the highlights of London and the south of England culminating in a pilgrimage to Canterbury Cathedral, the mother church of the Worldwide Anglican Communion. Pilgrims will explore two pilgrimage routes to Canterbury including the traditional route from London and the “Old Way,” a recently rediscovered pilgrimage route dating to the 14th century. This is largely a bus pilgrimage with a few optional half-day walks, including a walk into Canterbury. Other highlights include a visit to London’s famed cathedrals, Stonehenge, monastic ruins, and the scenery of the English countryside. The group will meet with locals including the local parish rectors, a leader of the British Pilgrimage Trust, and the clerics of Canterbury Cathedral. 

      Pricing and Insurance Information

      This pilgrimage does not include round-trip airfare. You are responsible for booking your fights to arrive in time to join the group at 1:00pm on Saturday, December 2, 2023. 


      Progressive Pilgrimage offers travel insurance through Allianz's "Group Advantage Plan." Click here to download a brochure. Please note that insurance pricing is based on the North Carolina rate; insurance may be higher for residents of NY, TX, WA, and some other states. If you select insurance and the price is higher than indicated here, Progressive Pilgrimage will contact you before issuing the policy.    

      What’s included

      • Hotels
        Three-star or better
      • Ground Transport
        private motorcoach
      • Meals
        Breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
      • Entrance Fees and Guides
      • Spiritual Guide
      • Gratuities
      • Educational Resources

      What’s not included

      • Airfare
      • Travel Insurance
      • Alcoholic Beverages
      • Meals not specified

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $3,500
      Deposit: $500

      Available options

      Itinerary

      Fri., December 1, 2023
      Depart USA

      This pilgrimage does not include airfare, so please make your arrangements to leave today in time to arrive at the Hampton by Hilton, Waterloo by 1:00pm on Saturday, December 2, 2023. 


      For your departure to London, we recommend arriving at the airport three hours prior to departure for international flights. For entry into the United Kingdom, US citizens must possess a passport, valid for at least 6 months beyond scheduled travel dates. A visa is not required.  

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      Reviews

      Trip was well organized. Logistics including quick access to hotel rooms upon arrival, great bus and driver, communications and local guides all excellent.
      By Lisa T for The "Old Way" to Canterbury with Holy Trinity Episcopal on Dec 19, 2023
      This trip appealed to me because it offered opportunity for walking and time to be in the landscape while a coach was available for those who did not care to do the walking. The guides were very knowledgeable and personable. We had good accommodations and excellent meals. Appreciated the care that Heather and Eric took in accommodating all of us.
      By Patricia B for The "Old Way" to Canterbury with Holy Trinity Episcopal on Dec 19, 2023
      What a great group and what better time than the beginning of Advent to explore pilgrimage. For me, this pilgrimage provided a quiet time to enter into the waiting for the Christ child to be born. The trip was well organized and I appreciated the spiritual dimension Heather and others provided.
      By May T for The "Old Way" to Canterbury with Holy Trinity Episcopal on Dec 18, 2023
      We had a wonderful experience. The trip was very well organized. There were local guides/clergy/docents scheduled at each church/cathedral to inform us of the history, architecture and artwork. Having individual "whisperers" was a terrific help for those with some hearing issues or in the more noisy places. There were walking and non-walking options for each group member to choose. The accommodations were very comfortable, and the food was quite good. Having several meal selections made before we left smoothed out the ordering and serving process. Gluten-free options were always available.
      By Elizabeth H for The "Old Way" to Canterbury with Holy Trinity Episcopal on Dec 13, 2023
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      It was a great trip. I found myself occasionally wishing for more moments of spiritual reflection and worship at times. Gathering each night or every other night to reflect/share/pray would have added to making it feel less like a tour and more like a pilgrimage. Eucharist in the loud restaurant wasn't my favorite thing, but I can check it off the list now! I appreciated Eric and Heather's leadership, and especially loved Heather's nimble way of re-centering us on our spiritual purpose whenever the opportunity arose. Praying for St. Andrews after Ian expressed such distress was deeply moving. Supporting another member as she grieved her beloved and scattered ashes was also deeply moving. The mini-retreat was deeply needed! Dawn and Anthony were AMAZING. I wanted so much more of Dawn and appreciated how she stayed centered in herself and her historical passions and supported us as we engaged our spiritual reasons for the pilgrimage. Since we had a fair amount of illness, I found myself wishing there had been clearer back up plans and infection control protocols in place so that we could have met those challenges with more ease... and yet, I am aware that there is not always much to be done and not every outcome can be predicted and prepared for. Over all, such a delightful journey. Thank you so much!
      By Hillary K for The "Old Way" to Canterbury with Holy Trinity Episcopal on Dec 12, 2023
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