Tour: XP27 Code: K

About This Tour

Join us for apilgrimage to Italy & Medjugorje, starting at $5,998* from New York or Los Angeles on April 15, 2027.

Arrive in Rome, followed by a drive to Assisi with a stop at Santa Maria degli Angeli (Porziuncola) to celebrate Mass. In Assisi, travelers visit the Basilicas of St. Clare (with Mass) and St. Francis, including the tomb, Giotto frescoes, and the Sanctuary of the Spoliation where Blessed Carlo Acutis is buried, plus time for personal activities.

A day trip to Siena includes veneration of St. Catherine’s relics at the Basilica of San Domenico, her family home, and an optional visit to the Duomo. The itinerary continues to Orvieto for the Cathedral and its Eucharistic Miracle relic with Mass, then to Rome for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, iconic fountains and squares (Trevi, Piazza Navona, Pantheon), a Papal Audience, and visits to the major basilicas of St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls.

Next comes Montecassino Abbey (St. Benedict’s site), followed by San Giovanni Rotondo for the Padre Pio Sanctuary and tomb, and Monte Sant’Angelo for the Sanctuary of St. Michael the Archangel. The group then visits Lanciano’s Eucharistic Miracle Sanctuary before taking an overnight ferry to Split, continuing to Medjugorje for Apparition Hill, Cross Mountain (Stations of the Cross), and evening Mass.

Departure dates

Thursday, April 15, 2027
From $5998

This is not sightseeing. This is the Bible coming alive

Most people read about Ephesus, Smyrna, and Laodicea their whole lives — from a pew, from a page. This journey puts you inside the story.

You’ll stand in the theater where Paul preached in Acts 19. You’ll walk the streets of Laodicea where Jesus said, “Behold, I stand at the door and knock.” You’ll pray where the early church prayed — in the ruins of Pergamon, in the sacred pools of Hierapolis, in the underground cities where Christians hid to survive.

No amount of reading prepares you for what it feels like to be there.

When you return home, you will:

3 domestic flights — already included in your price

Most travelers don’t realize how far apart these cities are — or how much domestic flights cost when booked independently. These tickets run $300–500 per person and require separate booking, check-in, and logistics.

In this tour, domestic flights are included in your price. We book them on your behalf. You don’t search, you don’t book, you don’t pay extra. You just show up.

That’s $600–1000 in flights per couple — already taken care of.

Accommodations

Accommodations in 4- and 5-star hotels

Meals

Breakfasts and dinners (buffet style) at the hotels

Transportation

Luxury, air-conditioned buses

Group Size

20-30

Language

English and Spanish

Pets

Not allowed

Age Range

8–79 (years)

Season

All

Category

Biblical

The more of you there are — the less each person pays

This tour is built for groups. Whether you’re a couple, a family, or an entire congregation — the price per person drops as your group grows. Send us your group size and we’ll send back an exact quote. 

Group Size

Price Per Person

Note

2 people

From $3,899

Starting price

4 people

From $3,299

Price drops per person

6 people

From $2,999

Better savings

10–19 people

Request quote — best value

Recommended group size

20+ people

Custom pricing

Extended itinerary available →

✦ GROUP OF 20+? We can extend your journey to 10–14 days, add exclusive destinations, and offer our best group pricing. Contact us for a custom group proposal

Exact pricing depends on group size, travel dates, and departure city. Send us your details — we’ll respond with a full quote within 48 hours.

Your dates. Your pace. Your group.

No fixed departures — that’s intentional. This tour is available year-round. You choose the dates that work for your family, your church, or your travel group. We build everything around your schedule.

Best months to travel:

  • April – June: mild weather, blooming landscapes, fewer crowds
  • September – November: warm days, cool evenings, post-summer calm
  • December – March: lowest prices, quietest sites — ideal for smaller groups

Popular months (April–June and September–October) fill up weeks in advance. The sooner you send us your dates — the more options we can offer.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Everything is organized. You focus on the experience

Included in your tour price:

Not included (paid separately):

Tour Itinerary

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    Pilgrimage to Italy & Medjugorje | April 15, 2027
    April 15 (TH) – Depart the USA
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      Transportation:
      Airplane, bus
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      Events:
      Depart the USA
    April 16 (FR) – Arrival in Italy and Drive to Assisi
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Events:
      After landing at Rome’s international airport, you will meet your tour manager after the baggage claim area, board your bus, and drive to Assisi. Stop for lunch on the way. You will also stop along the way in the Valley of Assisi to visit Santa Maria degli Angeli and to celebrate Mass. See the Porziuncola, the chapel where St. Francis founded the Franciscan Order. Check in at the hotel in Assisi, then enjoy dinner and experience the rich flavors of Umbrian cuisine. (B, D) Overnight in Assisi.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Lunch.
    April 17 (SA) – Assisi: St. Francis and Blessed Carlo Acutis
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      After breakfast, visit the Basilica of St Claire to celebrate Mass. Today, you will see the Basilicas of St Claire and St. Francis, where you can explore the lower and upper churches and visit the tomb of St. Francis. Marvel at the frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue. Enjoy time on your own for lunch. This afternoon, you will visit the Sanctuary of the Spoliation in Assisi, where Blessed Carlo Acutis is buried. This afternoon, you will have time at leisure for personal activities. (B, D) Overnight in Assisi.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Lunch.
    April 18 (SU) – Day Trip to Siena: St. Catherine of Siena
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      Transportation:
      Bus, airplane
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      Events:
      April 18 (SU) – Day Trip to Siena: St. Catherine of Siena After an early breakfast, drive to Siena. Visit the Basilica of San Domenico to venerate the relics of St. Catherine, including her head and finger. You will also see St. Catherine’s House, the birthplace of St. Catherine of Siena, which has been converted into a monastery. Break for lunch at the Piazza del Campo and then enjoy some time at leisure. Optional visit to the Duomo of Siena (the Divine Beauty). Return to Assisi for dinner. (B, D) Overnight in Assisi.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Lunch.
    April 19 (MO) – Assisi to Orvieto and Rome
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Depart Assisi and drive to Orvieto (approximately 1.5 hours). Visit the Orvieto Cathedral, where you can see the relic of the Eucharistic Miracle of Bolsena. Celebrate Mass here, then enjoy lunch at leisure. In the afternoon, drive to Rome. Arrive at your hotel in Rome and check in. (B, D) Overnight in Rome.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Lunch
    April 20 (TU) – Vatican Museums, St Peter’s Basilica, Fountains, and Squares
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Events:
      After breakfast, start the day with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel – Continue to San Peter’s Basilica. Explore St. Peter’s Basilica and its treasures, including Michelangelo’s Pietà. Take a break for lunch on your own. This afternoon, you will walk throughout the streets of the “centro storico” city center to see iconic sites like the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and the Pantheon. Celebrate Mass and enjoy time at leisure for shopping. Return to the hotel for dinner. (B, D) Overnight in Rome.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Lunch.
    April 21 (WE) – Papal Audience and Basilicas
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Events:
      Early-morning transfer to St. Peter’s Square. Attend the Papal Audience and the lunch break. This afternoon, you will visit the other three major basilicas in Rome, St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls. Celebrate Mass and then return to your hotel in Rome. (B, D) Overnight in Rome.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Dinner.
    April 22 (TH) – Rome to San Giovanni Rotondo via Montecassino
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Events:
      Depart from Rome for Montecassino. Visit the Abbey, the site where St. Benedict lived and established the Benedictine Order. Celebrate Mass, then enjoy lunch at leisure near Montecassino. Continue to San Giovanni Rotondo and check into your hotel. (B, D) Overnight in San Giovanni Rotondo.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Dinner.
    April 23 (FR) – San Padre Pio and San Michael’s Cave
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Events:
      This morning, visit the Sanctuary of Padre Pio. Visit the Shrine of Padre Pio, including his tomb, the old church, and the new church designed by Renzo Piano. Celebrate Mass at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie and then have lunch in San Giovanni Rotondo. In the afternoon, drive to Monte Sant’Angelo. Visit the Sanctuary of St. Michael the Archangel, a pilgrimage site visited by many saints, including Padre Pio. (B, D) Overnight in San Giovanni Rotondo
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Dinner.
    April 24 (SA) – San Giovanni Rotondo to Lanciano and Ancona
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Events:
      Depart for Lanciano. Visit the Sanctuary of the Eucharistic Miracle, where the miracle of the host turning into flesh and wine into blood occurred. – Celebrate Mass and then enjoy time at leisure in Lanciano. Continue to Ancona. Arrive in Ancona, check in for your overnight ferry to Split, and embark. Enjoy dinner on your overnight ferry. (B, D) Overnight on the Ferry.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Dinner.
    April 25 (SU) – Medjugorje
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      Arrive in Split in the early morning. Disembark from the ferry and drive to Medjugorje. Have lunch at your hotel in Medjugorje, and this afternoon, with your guide, you will climb Apparition Hill, where the Virgin Mary appeared to the children. Attend the 5:30 pm Mass in English. (B, D) Overnight in Medjugorje.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Dinner.
    April 26 (MO) – Medjugorje and Drive to Sarajevo
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      Transportation:
      Bus
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      This morning, hike up Cross Mountain, where a large cross was erected in 1933, and participate in the Stations of the Cross. Return to your hotel for lunch and then depart for Sarajevo. Check into your hotel and enjoy dinner. (B, D) Overnight in Sarajevo.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast. Dinner.
    April 27 (TU) – Departure from Sarajevo
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      Transportation:
      Bus, airplane
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      Events:
      Transfer to Sarajevo International Airport for your departure.
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      Meals:
      Breakfast.

Enhance Your Journey

Istanbul On Own Extension Starting from $750

Day 13 – Istanbul
Enjoy your time on own in Istanbul. Breakfast and dinner are included at your hotel! (B,D)

Day 14 – Istanbul
Enjoy your time on own in Istanbul. Breakfast and dinner are included at your hotel! (B,D)

Day 15 – Return to USA

Guest taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or travel companion.

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Ephesus
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Laodicea
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Istanbul
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Route Map

 

*The trip will take place in case of a group of 40 people

* * The route, as well as the order of visiting places, may be changed due to quarantine restrictions, as well as for safety reasons or due to the weather, road repair work etc.

Enhance Your Journey

5-Days | Starting at $1998*

Sorrento
Travel to Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence. The Romans also preferred this area in the summer to get out of the heat. Enjoy the incredible beauty of this region as your bus travels to Sorrento. You will be in awe of the dramatic cliff-top drive that leads to your hotel. During your three-night stay, you’ll have time to discover the colorful ambiance of this delightful town and enjoy the view of Mt. Vesuvius.

Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is considered to be one of Italy’s finest! You will be enchanted by the rich hues of the blue-green sea, the tiny mystical islands, and the pastel colored cottages gathered around tiny harbors! Have your camera ready to capture one breathtaking view after another! Snap a photo of the famous village of Positano, which has graced a thousand postcards and charmed at least three generations of travelers. Visit the town of Amalfi, a must for every visitor! A glorious maritime republic from the 9th to 12th centuries, the town is famous as the place where the compass was invented and boasts a splendid Duomo in Arab-Norman style. Time permitting, you’ll stop at the village of Vietri Sul Mar, home of Amalfi Coast ceramic factories which produce the colorful tiles that decorate every church tower in the area.

Capri
Enjoy a boat ride to the lovely Isle of Capri which has enticed visitors for thousands of years. Today you will have the opportunity to savor its beauty and be captivated by the fabulous views and elegant shops.

Pompeii
You will visit the spectacular ruins in Pompeii, which were covered by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The city remained buried and undiscovered for almost 1,500 years until 1748. Excavations continue today and provide insight into life during the Roman Empire. Continue to the Rome area for dinner and overnight.

Return Home

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The Seven Churches have waited 2,000 years. Your group doesn’t have to wait any longer

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From $3,899 per person · 3 flights included · More people = lower price

✦  GROUP OF 20+?  We can extend your journey to 10–14 days, add exclusive destinations, and offer our best group pricing.

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