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century when a small band of soldiers and
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portrait is said to have miraculous powers. dinner are on your own.
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became enraged during his attempted theft
when the painting mysteriously grew heavier Day 7 Fly to Vilnius, Lithuania •
and heavier, forcing him to leave it behind. Join main trip
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of devout Poles of all ages and classes, the
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monastery’s religious populace, and the
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restaurant upon arrival. From there, we’ll join
beads, and mementos. Please note: The shrine
our fellow travelers to begin our discoveries
of Czestochowa is one of the most-visited religious
of The Baltic Capitals & St. Petersburg.
sites, so travelers should expect large crowds and
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there is a chance you may not be able to see the
Black Madonna, particularly during pilgrimage.

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dinner at a local restaurant.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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as it did in the 17th and 18th centuries. On
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