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The Eucharistic Miracle & the Holy Face Private Tour from Rome

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8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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Overview

The Church of St. Francis hosts the testimony of the oldest Eucharistic miracle of the Catholic world. Around the year 700 in Basilian monk doubted the presence of Christ in the Eucharist: during the mass the consecrated host and wine became flesh and blood. The two relics, 5 drops of coagulated blood and thin membranes of flesh are preserved in a silver monstrance and a crystal ampule Histological examinations, have shown that it is human blood and heart tissue with the same blood group (AB) The sanctuary is visited every year by thousands of pilgrims from all over the world. The Shrine of Manoppello is recognized as the true Face of Jesus Christ. From 1646 the Holy Face is exposed to the veneration of people.It is a soft veil, the warp and weft are intertwined in the form of a normal weaving and the face of the Shroud of Turin and that of Manoppello both fabrics had been laid on the body of Jesus.

What's Included

  • Entrance to the Sanctuary of the Eucaristic Miracle in Lanciano
  • Private tour Leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
  • Entrance in the Sanctuary of the Holy Face in Manoppello
  • Food and beverages
  • Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary
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Pick up at 7:00 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B .: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.

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Rome (pass by)

Rome represents the starting point but also the end of the tour , because there will be 2 hours of driving time to get in Lanciano, and then 2 hours to come back from Manoppello to your accommodation
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Santuario Del Miracolo Eucaristico

The town of Lanciano is above all a cradle of art for the presence of numerous monuments, starting from the sanctuary of the Eucharistic Miracle which preserves the testimony of the oldest Eucharistic miracle of the Catholic world. Around the year 700, in the ancient church of San Legonziano, a Basilian monk expressed doubts about the presence of Christ in the Eucharist. During mass, the consecrated host and wine really turned into flesh and blood. The relics are kept in a monstrance that is admired by thousands of faithful.
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Santuario del Volto Santo

Inside the Shrine of Manoppello is enclosed, in a case, what is recognized as the true Face of Jesus Christ. A legend tells that in 1506 a pilgrim presented himself to the physicist Giacomo Antonio Leonelli and gave him the precious gift. The veil remained in the Leonelli house until 1608, then was stolen by a soldier of fortune and sold to Donatantonio De Fabritiis and from these donated to the Capuchin Father Clemente da Castelvecchio, who placed the relic between two glasses with a walnut frame. From 1646 the Holy Face is exposed to the veneration of the people. It is a soft veil, the warp and the weft are intertwined in the form of a normal weaving. The cloth measures 17 x 24 cm and shows the image of a male face with long hair and a beard divided into bands; it is the only case in the world where the image is identically visible on both sides.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Eucharistic Miracle & the Holy Face Private Tour from Rome?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-120696P81

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance to the Sanctuary of the Eucaristic Miracle in Lanciano
  • Private tour Leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
  • Entrance in the Sanctuary of the Holy Face in Manoppello
  • Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
  • Lunch (fixed menu)
  • Food and beverages
  • Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code required : knees and shoulders must be covered
  • Wheelchair avaible on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required. Additional price € 50,00.
  • Please advice any specific dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking

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