January 4 – 15, 2027

Join Father Tom Nelson on a pilgrimage to Italy! Walk in the footsteps of Sts. Francis and Claire in Assisi, Sts. Benedict and Scholastica in Norcia, Monte Cassino and Subacio, St. (Padre) Pio in San Giovanni Rotundo, and too many more to list! Pray in the Cave of St. Michael, in which the Archangel appeared. Experience the Eucharistic Miracle of Lanciano. 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. Nelson 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 – MON, Jan 4 — Depart USA
Depart USA for your overnight flight to Rome.

Day 2 – TUE, Jan 5 — FIUMICINO AIRPORT / ASSISI
Upon arriving in Rome you meet your tour escort and depart for Assisi. Celebrate the Thanksgiving Mass for save travels at the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels. The remainder of the day is free to recover from travel and explore Assisi on your own. (D).

Day 3 – WED, Jan 6 – ASSISI
After breakfast we’ll take the minivans to visit San Damiano and Eremo delle Carceri. After the visit, have a lunch at a farmhouse to enjoy a meal accompanied by a wine tasting. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the center of Assis: visit the St. Francis Basilica, St. Claire and the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore. Mass today will be celebrated in one of the local churches. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 4 – THU, Jan 7 — ASSISI / NORCIA
Today, we will have an excursion to Norcia, the birthplace of St. Benedict and St. Scholastica and visit the monks of Norcia and taste the fruit of their labor, Birra Nursia. Lunch, on your own, at a local Agriturismo. Return to Assisi for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 5 – FRI, Jan 8 — ASSISI / LANCIANO / SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO
This morning, depart from Assisi for Lanciano where you will visit the Eucharistic Miracle.Pending confirmation we will celebrate Mass here. Continue to San Giovanni Rotondo for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 6 – SAT, Jan 9 — SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO / MONTE SANT’ANGELO
Today you will tour San Giovanni Rotondo and life of Padre Pio. In the afternoon, transfer to Monte Sant’Angelo to visit St. Michael cave and celebrate Mass. Return to San Giovanni Rotondo for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 7 – SUN, Jan 10 — SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO / MONTE CASSINO / ROME
Depart this morning for Rome. On the way we will stop in Monte Cassino for Mass. Continue onto Rome to check in to your hotel. (B, D)

Day 8 – MON, Jan 11 – ROME
Today we will visit Santa Croce in Gerusalemme and the relic chapel, St. Johns Lateran and the Holy Stairs, Church of Saint Alphonsus Maria de Liguori and Saint Mary Major. After lunch, visit St. Paul Outside the wall one of the catacombs. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight. (B, D)

Day 9 – TUE, Jan 12 — ROME / SUBIACO
This morning, leave Rome to visit Subiaco, the cave where St. Benedict lived. After- wards we will return to Rome. (B, D)

Day 10 – WED, Jan 13 – ROME
Begin the day with the Papal Audience. This afternoon have a walking tour of Piazza Navona, The Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. Or, if you prefer enjoy the afternoon relaxing and/or shopping etc. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight. (B, D)

Day 11 – THU, Jan 14 — ROME
This morning, pending confirmation, you will begin with a Scavi Tour. If Scavi Tour is not available you may want to visit the Vatican Museum or Colosseum, etc. The remainder of the afternoon is free for last minute shopping or sightseeing. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner. Overnight. (B, D)

Day 12 – FRI, Jan 15 — ROME / USA
This morning transfer to the airport for your return flight home.

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. If a Scavi Tour can be confirmed it may affect the layout of the itinerary.

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 $5059.00 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 $5,311.00. *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

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

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 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.

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