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Glass Cathedral and The Shroud of Turin Experience

Glass Cathedral and The Shroud of Turin Experience

From soaring glass architecture to an interactive Shroud of Turin experience, this tour offers insight into design, history, and a mystery that has captured attention for centuries.

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Christ Cathedral Tour & Shroud of Turin Immersive Experience

 

Join us for a thoughtfully curated day that brings together striking architecture, historical insight, and one of the world’s most intriguing religious mysteries.

 

We begin with time in the charming town of San Juan Capistrano. You’ll enjoy lunch on your own and have the opportunity to explore its walkable streets, local shops, and inviting cafés while soaking in the relaxed atmosphere and rich heritage that define this beloved community.

 

From there, we continue to Garden Grove for Christ Cathedral, the luminous glass landmark formerly known as Crystal Cathedral. A guided tour introduces you to the story behind this architectural icon. Discover its innovative design, the transformation into a Catholic cathedral, and the artistry that reshaped the space while preserving its dramatic sense of light and scale.

 

Next, step into The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience, a compelling exhibition featuring a meticulous full-scale replica of the famed Shroud. The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth bearing the image of a crucified man, long regarded by some as the burial cloth of Jesus of Nazareth and questioned by others as one of time's greatest mysteries. Through immersive displays and scientific discoveries, this exhibit explores what scripture, history, and modern research reveal, inviting visitors to examine the evidence and draw their own conclusions.

 

This trip offers a balanced blend of culture and reflection, urging you to explore remarkable places and enduring questions.

 

Shroud of Turin replica

 

 

 

Interactive Shroud of Turin Experience

 

Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove

 

 

San Juan Capistrano

All-Day Excursions

All times and routing are approximate and subject to change without notice.

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Time on your own for lunch and shopping in San Juan Capistrano

01:00 PM

1-hour walking tour of Christ Cathedral and its campus

02:00 - 04:00 PM

Shroud of Turin experience

04:30 PM

Depart for local drop-offs

Tour Manager:* TBA

 

*Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

 

Activity Level: Easy to Moderate

This tour involves walking at your own pace in San Juan Capistrano. Walking and standing is involved when following the docent-led tour of Christ Cathedral and in the Shroud of Turin experience. All facilities are ADA compliant.

 

What's Included in the Tour Fare

  • Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation from pickup locations throughout San Diego County

  • Professional Tour Manager throughout the trip

  • Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

  • Free time in San Juan Capistrano for lunch and exploring

  • Guided walking tour of Christ Cathedral

  • Admission to The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience

 

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

  • Meals

  • Cancellation Protection

  • Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver

 

How to Make a Reservation

Making your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Smartphones

Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, and more.

 

14-Day Cancellation Deadline

  • If you purchased the optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) prior to the deadline, you can cancel your booking for any reason up until 1 hour prior to tour departure and you'll receive a full refund of the tour fare, less the cost of the CPP.

  • If you declined the CPP, you may cancel your reservation fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $15 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date, you can avoid the cancellation fee by transferring the funds to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Bookings canceled within 14 days of the departure date are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason. Name changes on daytrips are permitted at no additional cost if they do not require pre-clearance, such as with tours visiting government facilities.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

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Carlsbad La Costa Avenue Park & Ride
East side of I-5, at 710 La Costa Ave, 92024.
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La Mesa Park & Ride #22 lot - 8703 Murray Dr, 91942
Narrow Park & Ride Across from Wells Fargo Bank
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Mission Valley 2005 Camino Del Este
San Diego, CA 92108; Street parking only
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University City 6245 Kantor Street, San Diego, CA 92122
Street parking only. Do not enter parking lot.
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