October 12 – 23, 2026

Join Father John Miller on a pilgrimage to Italy! Walk in the footsteps of Sts. Francis and Claire in Assisi, Sts. Benedict and Scholastica, Sts. Peter and Paul, St. Catherine of Siena, and too many more to list! Stand in the Duomo of the Eucharistic Miracle of Orvieto. Experience the culture and architecture of Florence. Visit the Abbey of San Benedetto the birthplace of the Benedictine Monks of Norcia and their famous home-brew, Birra Nursia. Tour the major basilicas in Rome, have the opportunity for a papal audience (if available), and tour some of the most ancient sites in Rome. Fr. Miller will offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass daily at many of these holy sites.

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Travel Itinerary*
*Subject to change

Day 1 – OCTOBER 12th – DEPART USA
Depart for our overnight flight to Rome

DAY 2 – OCTOBER 13th – ARRIVAL IN ASSISI
Upon arrival, meet your Tour escort, board on your motor coach and drive to Assisi. Dinner and overnight. (D)

DAY 3 – OCTOBER 14th – ASSISI
After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Assisi. We will visit the breathtaking Basilica of St Francis with its singular frescos and have the opportunity to pray at the grave of St. Francis, the Church of Santa Chiara, which houses her incorrupt body, the church of Santa Maria Maggorie which houses the tomb of Saint Carlo Acutis and the Basilica of St Mary of the Angels, a towering basilica built over the poor chapel of St. Francis, the Portiuncula. Dinner tonight at your hotel. (B, D)

DAY 4 – OCTOBER 15th – DAY TRIP NORCIA
Today we will have an excursion to Norcia, the birthplace of St. Benedict and St. Scholastica, and visit with the monks of Norcia and taste the fruit of their labor, Birra Nursia. Pending confirmation we may celebrate either Mass and/or Morning Prayer with the monks. Return to Assisi later in the afternoon. (B, D)

DAY 5 – OCTOBER 16th – ASSISI / SIENA / FLORENCE
This morning, drive to Siena, the birthplace of St. Catherine. Enjoy a walking tour of the medieval walled city, visiting the Basilica of St. Dominic, the Piazza del Campo, and the magnificent Cathedral. Continue onto Florence for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

DAY 6 – OCTOBER 17th – FLORENCE
Today, enjoy a guided visit of the city, including Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio and Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Florence. (B, D)

DAY 7 – OCTOBER 18th – FLORENCE / ORVIETO / ROME
We depart Florence and make our way to Rome. Before that, we stop in Orvieto, where we visit its Duomo and enjoy some time walking through the medieval streets. In the afternoon, drive to Rome. Dinner and overnight in Rome. (B, D)

DAY 8 – OCTOBER 19th – ROME
We begin the day with Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, followed by time to explore this amazing and beautiful Catholic basilica. In the afternoon, we visit ancient Rome, including Colosseum, Arches of Titus and Constantine. (B, D)

DAY 9 – OCTOBER 20th – ROME
Today we explore the most important Roman Basilica. In the morning we will visit St. John Lateran and the Scala Sancta. After lunch, we will visit and celebrate Mass at Santa Maria Maggiore and visit St. Paul Outside the Walls. Dinner and overnight in Rome. (B, D)

DAY 10 – OCTOBER 21st – ROME
This morning we make our way to St. Peter’s Basilica for the Papal Audience, pending the Holy Father’s schedule. The afternoon is free to explore the eternal city on your own. (B, D)

DAY 11 – OCTOBER 22nd – ROME
This morning, after Mass we’ll go on a walking tour to see a few of the most famous sites in Rome; Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Dinner and overnight in Rome. (B, D)

DAY 12 – OCTOBER 23rd – RETURN TO USA
Today we transferred to the airport for our return flight home.

To register for this pilgrimage please read, complete and sign the registration form and return with your deposit.

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For additional information, questions, or to join us contact us at 419-290-8782 or maggie@CatholicFaithJourneys.com

LAND-ONLY COST

The land-only price of $5879.00 per person is is payable with Cash or Check discount (based on a minimum of 25 participants with double occupancy). Credit cards are gladly accepted for the full price of $6,172.00. *Price could change depending on the currency exchange rate mid to late 2026. We are unable to predict this aspect of the program so far in advance of travel.

GROUP AIRFARE

If you would like to participate in the Group airfare from Cleveland, Ohio, add $1,299.00, cash / check discount, to the “Land-only” cost above. Credit cards are gladly accepted for the full price of airfare of $1,363.00. Pilgrims may leave from ANY AIRPORT, but please contact Maggie to arrange flights from another domestic or international airport. DO NOT BOOK YOUR OWN AIRFARE WITHOUT SPEAKING WITH MAGGIE!

Included

10 nights accommodations
Breakfasts and Dinners daily
English speaking tour escort / guide throughout
Private motor coach throughout
Transfers to and from all international airports, for those on group air
Entrance fees as noted in itinerary
Private Mass arrangements daily (Locations noted pending confirmation)
Tips for Tour escort/guides & driver
Taxes and fuel surcharge (subject to increase 30 days prior to departure)

Not Included

Round trip air (Option to add group airfare above)
Optional Travel insurance – (STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!! )
Lunches & beverages w/meals other than those listed “included”
Transportation to/from Domestic Airport
Taxes and fuel surcharge (subject to increase 30 days prior to departure)
Mass donations
Items of personal nature
Any item(s) not specifically mentioned
Any/all Covid-19 or other test(s) that may be required by airlines, departing/arriving countries and transfer countries. (Nothing required at time of this printing.)
New ETIAS travel authorization (due to be required in 2026; the exact start date has not yet been announced.)
Airline-imposed baggage fees
Limited Single Rooms – CALL FOR AVAILABILITY AND COST – No guarantee of a single room. Maggie – 419-290-8782

**Catholic Faith Journeys, LLC cannot change the cancellation terms or conditions based on the issuance of any warning or advisory issued by the State Department or Center of Disease Control, or the occurrence of any terror, health or other incident in one or more of the places this pilgrimage is scheduled to visit. All cancellation penalties remain in full force and effect. You are strongly encouraged to purchase Travel Insurance to protect your financial investment and any health issues you may have while traveling.

NOTE: While no changes are anticipated, there may be occasions when certain alterations become necessary to this itinerary due to changes beyond our control. All Masses times and locations are subject to final confirmation. You must be physically fit and capable of walking on uneven terrain and being on your feet all day. Foreign countries do not have the “American Disabilities Act”. You are responsible for handling your own luggage. To register for this pilgrimage please read, complete and sign the registration form and return with your deposit. Terms and conditions are on the back of the registration form. You must read and sign the form to register for this pilgrimage. I understand that countries may implement or change health requirements at anytime and I will abide by the requirements of the country I am in visiting and transferring through.In todays uncertain times all prices are subject to change prior to departure due to major currency fluctuations, changes in fuel prices and/or unforeseen economic circumstances beyond our control. I understand that Catholic Faith Journeys, LLC is not responsible for any changes/cancellations/ interruptions caused by forced majeure.

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