Rome, Assisi, Florence — Fr. Eric Mueller (Sold Out)

Pilgrimage Itinerary

Day 1 (Wednesday, November 8): USA / ROME
Depart from the USA for our overnight flight to Rome.

Day 2 (Thursday Nov. 9): ROME / ASSISI
Arrive Rome and transfer to our motor coach for our drive through the Umbria countryside to Assisi. Balance of day is free to freshen up from our travels or venture out on your own. Dinner and overnight in Assisi. (D)

Day 3 (Friday, November 10): ASSISI
This morning, after Mass at the tomb of St. Francis, we enjoy an orientation tour of Assisi, including the Basilica of St. Francis, Santa Maria degli Angeli (the Porziuncola), and the Convent of St. Clare. Remainder of day is free to explore on your own. You may want to visit San Damiano where St Francis heard the cross speak to him and St. Clare preformed the Eucharistic Miracle, expelling an incoming hostile army, or San Rufino where Sts. Francis and Clare were Baptized. Enjoy a gelato or do some shopping. Dinner & overnight in Assisi. (B, D)

Day 4 (Saturday, November 11): ASSISI / NORCIA
After breakfast we make our way to Norcia, a beautiful medieval village and the birthplace of St. Benedict and his twin sister St. Scholastica. We will participate in the beautiful chanted Mass with the Monks of Norcia. Enjoy a tour of the Basilica and crypt where St. Benedict and St. Scholastica were born. Enjoy the product of the Monks labor Birra Nursia. Time for lunch and strolling the quaint streets of this walled town. Return to Assisi for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 5 (Sunday, November 12): ASSISI / FLORENCE
Today we depart Assisi and make our way to Florence. This Afternoon we will take part in a tour of the massive Duomo (Basilica) which dominates the skyline, the Baptistery with its famous bronze doors (Gates of Paradise), Campanile di Giotto, and Santa Croce Church where Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci are buried. Pending confirmation we will also visit San Marco Convent to view the famous “Fra Angelico” paintings. Dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 6 (Monday, November 13): FLORENCE / ORVIETO / ROME
After breakfast we will go to the Academia to view Michelangelo’s famous statue of David. Afterward, we make our way to Rome with a stop in the breathtaking city of Orvieto to view the Eucharistic miracle. (B, D)

Day 7 (Tuesday, November 14): ROME
After breakfast your day begins with a guided tour of Christian Rome. We will visit the three major basilicas in Rome including St. Mary Major, St. John Lateran, and Scala Sanctus. This afternoon we make our way to one of the Catacombs along the Appian Way, as well as St. Paul Outside the Walls, built over the Saint’s burial place. Return to your hotel for a rest or venture out to see some of the many sites of Rome. Possibly the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain or the Pantheon. (B, D)

Day 8 (Wednesday, November 15): ROME
The first half of the day will be spent in St. Peter’s Square for the Papal Audience (pending the Holy Father’s schedule). In the afternoon, we will visit the Basilica of San Clemente, including the famous excavations. The remainder of the afternoon is free. (B, D)

Day 9 (Thursday, November 16): ROME
This morning we head to St Peter’s to celebrate Mass, pending confirmation. After Mass, we head to the Vatican Museums/Sistine Chapel. After the tour the remainder of your day is free. Tonight we enjoy a farewell dinner and overnight in Rome. (B, D)

Day 10 – Friday Nov. 17: ROME / USA
This morning depart for the Rome airport for our return flight home. (B)

A Scavi Tour will be requested, if confirmed group will be notified and free time will be affected. Private Mass celebrated daily, locations subject to final confirmation.

NOTE: While no changes are anticipated, there may be occasions when certain alterations become necessary to this itinerary due to pending schedule confirmations, and/or, due to changes beyond our control.

Price

Price including international air: $ 3,699.00 per person, discounted for Cash/Check payment, based on 25 participants / double occupancy. (If paying with credit card Full price of: $3,846.00 per person.)

Land-only price: $ 2,489.00 per person, discounted for Cash/Check payment, based on 25 participants / double occupancy. (If paying with credit card Full price of: $2,589.00 per person.) Land-only package includes all listed below EXCEPT “Air out of Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)”. We gladly offer this option for pilgrims who wish to purchase their own international air and/or depart from another domestic airport (click to download land-only registration form). ***HOWEVER, you must contact Maggie at 419-290-8782 prior to arranging your separate international flight.***

Included:

• • Air out of Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)
  • 8 nights accommodations
  • 8 Breakfasts and Dinners
  • Transportation to/from Detroit Metro (DTW)
  • English speaking tour escort/guide throughout
  • Private motor coach throughout
  • Transfers from international airport, for those on group air
  • Private Mass arrangements
  • Taxes and fuel surcharge (Subject to increase 30 days prior to departure)

Not Included:

• • Optional Travel Insurance: (strongly recommended)
  • Lunches and beverages w/meals
  • All tips to tour escort’s, guides and drivers
  • Items of personal nature
  • Any items not specifically mentioned

  *Limited Single rooms available add: $ 675.00

  To REGISTER for this pilgrimage download the Registration Form, Terms and Conditions, and Travel Itinerary.

  Contact Maggie at maggie@catholicfaithjourneys.com or 419-290-8782 for more information.