Pilgrimage to the Shrines of Italy
time 10 Days / 8 Nights

THE SHRINES WE’LL BE VISITING:

Rome: St. Peter's Basilica: The epicenter of the Catholic Church, housing the tomb of St. Peter.

Basilica of St. John Lateran: The oldest of the four major basilicas in Rome, known as the cathedral of the Pope.

Assisi: Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi: A UNESCO World Heritage site, it houses the tomb of St. Francis and features beautiful frescoes.

Loreto: Basilica della Santa Casa: Enshrines the Holy House believed to be the house of the Virgin Mary, miraculously transported from Nazareth.

Lanciano: Church of St. Longinus: Known for the Eucharistic Miracle, where bread and wine transformed into flesh and blood during Mass.

San Giovanni Rotondo: Sanctuary of Padre Pio: Includes the Old Church with the tomb of St. Padre Pio and the newer Church of St. Pio of Pietrelcina.

Monte Cassino: Abbey of Monte Cassino: A historic Benedictine monastery founded by St. Benedict, a significant center of Catholic monasticism.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED:

  • Round-trip air: USA » Rome
  • 8 nights hotel accommodation
  • Continental buffet breakfast daily; 8 dinners
  • Professional bilingual tour escort for the whole tour
  • Local guides: 1 HD Assisi, 1 HD + 2 FD Rome
  • Entrance fees: St Francis Basilica in Assisi, Vatican Museums and Catacombs of St Callixtus in Rome
  • City tax
  • Whisper headsets
  • Porterage at hotels of 1 large suitcase per person
  • Deluxe fully equipped motorcoach as per program

This itinerary may be modified to the specific requirements of your group. Ask About Our Church Donation Program.

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Board your flight to Rome.

Arrive in Rome and meet your guide. Panoramic tour of the city. Visit the Trevi Fountain. Free time for lunch. Dinner and overnight accommodations at the hotel.

Papal Audience in St. Peter's Square. Visit Basilica of St. John the Lateran. Experience the Holy Stairs! Mass at Basilica of St. Mary Major. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Explore St. Peter's Basilica. Vatican Museums tour. Walk down the Appian Way. Visit Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Walking tour of Rome. Explore Piazza Venezia, Capitoline Hill, Roman Forum, and the Pantheon. Visit the Capitoline Museums. Tour Colosseum and Roman Forum. Visit Basilica of St. Gregory the Great. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Mass at St. Mary of the Angels Basilica. Tour Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. Explore Church of St. Clare. Free time for shopping or relaxation. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Visit Loreto's Marian shrine. Celebrate Mass at Church of St. Longinus in Lanciano. Explore Lanciano. Travel to San Giovanni Rotondo. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Visit the Old Church and tour the sanctuary in San Giovanni Rotondo. Journey to the Grotto of St. Michael the Archangel. Enjoy free time and scenic views. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Travel to Monte Cassino. Tour the Abbey of Monte Cassino. Visit the Church of St. Peter and Paul. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

 

Transfer to the airport for the return flight home.

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