December 27, 2026 – January 6, 2027

Experience the Christmas Octave and New Year in Italy. Italy is rich with millennia-old, Catholic traditions and customs, and the New Year and Christmas season is no exception. Join chaplain Fr. Adam Hertzfeld of St. Michael the Archangel Parish (Findlay, Ohio) on a pilgrimage to some of the most beautiful and holy locations of Italy. Fr. Hertzfeld studied for many years in Rome, later served in the English Language Section of the Vatican Secretariat of State, and therefore, has a firsthand knowledge of Italy. This is an opportunity not to be missed!

CLICK HERE to Download the REGISTRATION FORM

Travel Itinerary*
*Subject to change

Day 1: Sun, Dec 27 – Depart USA
Depart USA from Detroit for your overnight flight to Rome.

Day 2: Mon, Dec 28 – Rome/Assisi
Upon arrival in Rome we will meet our guide and board the bus for the transfer to Assisi & check in at the Hotel. Enjoy dinner tonight at the Hotel. (Schedule for today will depend on arrival time) (D)

Day 3: Tue, Dec 29 – Assisi
This morning, begin the day with Mass in the Basilica of St. Francis, pending confirmation. After breakfast, you will participate in a guided tour of Assisi including such sites as the beautiful Basilica of St Francis, the Church of Santa Clara which houses her incorrupt body, visit the tomb of Carlo Acutis, as well as the Basilica of St Mary of the Angels which houses the Porziuncola. The Remainder of the afternoon is free to explore this lovely hillside town on your own. (B, D)

Day 4: Wed, Dec 30 – Norcia
Today’s excursion takes us to Norcia, the birthplace of St. Benedict and his sister St. Scholastica. We will join the Monks for their prayer, visit the gift shop, and enjoy a tasting of the beer which the Monks brew, pending confirmation. Enjoy a lunch of local foods at the Casale Amici Agriturismo, on your own. Return to Assisi. (B, D)

Day 5: Thu, Dec 31 – Assisi/Orvieto/Rome
Today we travel to Orvieto, the town that sits on a 1,000-foot high rock formation, poetically crowned by Italy’s most renowned Gothic cathedral. Because of its strategic location, Orvieto for centuries served as a refuge for the popes in troubled times. We visit the famous Cathedral housing the corporal of the Miracle of the Eucharist in Bolsena. Continues on to Rome for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 6: Fri, Jan 1 – Rome
Experience the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God in Rome! Full day at your leisure for last minute exploring or shopping before dinner this evening. Overnight. (B, D)

Day 7: Sat, Jan 2 – Rome
After breakfast tour of the vast collections in the Vatican Museums including a visit to the Sistine Chapel where you will see Michelangelo’s famous frescoed ceiling and “Last Judgment”. In the afternoon explore Ancient Rome with a tour that includes a visit inside the Coliseum, Capitol Hill, the Vittorio Emmanuel Monument, the Roman Forum and the Circus Maximus. Dinner/ overnight. (B, D)

Day 8: Sun, Jan 3 – Rome
After breakfast, take a Christian Rome Tour, including St. Mary Major and John in Lateran, which is the Cathedral of Rome. Then see the Holy Steps climbed by Christ in Jerusalem, and the Basilica of the Holy Cross where some of Christianity’s most important relics are housed, including a piece of the True Cross, thorn and nails. Remainder of the day at leisure. (B, D)

Day 9: Mon, Jan 4 – Rome/USA
Transfer to Fiumicino airport. (B)

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 are subject to final confirmation.

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

[Click to download Travel Itinerary &  Registration Form]

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 $4499.00 per person is is payable with Cash, Check or ZELLE discount (based on a minimum of 25 participants with double occupancy). Credit cards are gladly accepted for the full price of $4723.00. *Price could change depending on the currency exchange rate late 2026. We are unable to predict this aspect of the program so far in advance of travel.

GROUP AIRFARE

Group airfare will be offered once the airlines publish their routes and rates for 2027. 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

7 nights accommodations
7 Breakfasts and 8 Dinners
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 once rates are published)
Optional Travel insurance – (STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!! )
Lunches & beverages w/meals other than those listed “included”
Transportation to/from Domestic Airport
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
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.

Click Here to Download the Registration Form!