13 Days Pilgrimage to Italy and Medjugorje

Upon arrival in Rome, you will be greeted by your guide and driver and transferred to your hotel. Take some time to settle in and relax before enjoying dinner with your fellow pilgrims. Dinner and overnight in Rome.

Today we begin our morning by attending a Papal Audience with Pope Leo XIV, subject to the Holy Father’s schedule. After the audience, we visit the Vatican Museums to see centuries of beautiful artwork and artifacts, including Michelangelo's masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel. We then explore St. Peter's Basilica in all of its splendor, built over the tomb of St. Peter, where we see Michelangelo's Pietà. We end the day with time for prayer and reflection. Dinner and overnight in Rome.

We begin by seeing the Basilica of St. Mary Major, which contains a relic from the manger. From here, we visit the Scala Sancta, traditionally believed to be the stairs Jesus climbed before Pontius Pilate. We continue to the Basilica of St. John Lateran and the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, which shelters the relics of St. Paul the Apostle. We then continue to the Colosseum, the magnificent ancient amphitheater and one of the most recognizable symbols of Rome, before visiting the Trevi Fountain, one of Rome's most famous landmarks. Dinner and overnight in Rome.

After breakfast, we depart Rome and travel to Orvieto, a beautiful hilltop city known for its magnificent Cathedral. We visit the Cathedral and the Chapel of the Corporal, where the relic associated with the Eucharistic Miracle of Bolsena is venerated. Enjoy time to explore this historic city before dinner and overnight.

After breakfast, we depart Orvieto and continue to Assisi, the hometown of St. Francis and St. Clare. Upon arrival, we begin our exploration of this beautiful town. We will have time to settle into our hotel and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Assisi. Dinner and overnight in Assisi.

St. Francis of Assisi is our main focus today as we begin our day with a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis and his tomb. We continue to the Basilica of St. Clare and San Damiano, closely associated with the lives of St. Francis and St. Clare. We will also visit the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, which houses the Porziuncola Chapel. We will have time for prayer and reflection. Dinner and overnight in Assisi.

After breakfast, we depart Assisi and continue our journey to Siena, the hometown of St. Catherine of Siena. Upon arrival, we visit the magnificent Cathedral of Siena and the Sanctuary of St. Catherine, where we learn about the life and spirituality of this beloved saint and Doctor of the Church. We continue to the Basilica of St. Dominic, where we pray before the relics of St. Catherine. Dinner and overnight in Siena.

After breakfast, we depart Siena and travel to Pisa. Upon arrival, we visit the famous Piazza dei Miracoli, where we will see the Cathedral, Baptistery, and iconic Leaning Tower. After time to explore this historic area, we continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Upon arrival, we visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Baptistery before checking into our hotel. Dinner and overnight in Florence.

Today we continue our exploration of Florence and its rich religious heritage. We visit Piazza della Signoria and the Basilica of Santa Croce, an important Franciscan church and the burial place of many notable Italians. We also visit the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and explore the historic city center, with its beautiful churches, squares, and architectural treasures. We will have time for prayer and reflection while enjoying the beauty of this remarkable city. Dinner and overnight in Florence.

After breakfast, we depart Florence and continue our journey to Medjugorje, a renowned destination for Marian prayer and devotion. Upon arrival, we check into our hotel and begin our time in this peaceful pilgrimage destination. We visit the Parish Church of St. James and have time for prayer and reflection. Dinner and overnight in Medjugorje.

After breakfast, we dedicate our day to Medjugorje. We have time for prayer and personal devotion at the Parish Church of St. James and may participate in the parish prayer program. We may also visit Apparition Hill, traditionally associated with the reported Marian apparitions, according to the group’s schedule and conditions. This day provides time for prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal. In the evening, we gather for our final dinner together as pilgrims. Dinner and overnight in Medjugorje.

After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our return flight home. This concludes our pilgrimage and services. Thank you for traveling with Holy Travel.