Italy, Croatia, & Medjugorje

DAY 1 (10/12) USA TO ROME

Your journey commences today as you board your flight to Rome. Meals and beverages will be provided during the flight.

DAY 2 (10/13) ARRIVE IN ROME

Upon our arrival in the picturesque city of Rome, we will be welcomed by our guide and driver. We will then board our coach bus for the transfer to the hotel, where you will check in and unpack. Dinner will be provided at the hotel.

DAY 3 (10/14) PAPAL AUDIENCE / THE VATICAN

Please depart early for the Papal Audience in St. Peter’s Square with His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV! Following the audience, we will enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel! Dinner will be served at your hotel.

DAY 4 (10/15) ANCIENT ROME

You will depart for St. Paul Outside the Walls, one of the four principal ancient basilicas in Rome, where St. Paul is buried. Mass will be celebrated, followed by some free time for lunch. In the afternoon, we will tour Ancient Rome, including a visit to the Ancient Roman Colosseum. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure, allowing you to explore the city independently. Dinner will be served at your hotel.

DAY 5 (10/16) ROME

The day’s itinerary includes a visit to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, which houses a relic from the Manger, followed by the Basilica of St. John Lateran, where St. Francis sought permission to establish the Franciscan Order. Next, the group visits Scala Sancta, with an option to climb the stairs on their knees. The tour continues with a panoramic view of Rome, including the Trevi Fountain, with free time for lunch. A walking tour covers the Pantheon, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona, with additional free time if possible. Dinner will be at the hotel.

DAY 6 (10/17) ASSISI

Today’s plans include a morning drive to Assisi and a visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli and the Porziuncola. Next, we will visit the Basilica of St. Francis for Mass and a walk through the town, then have lunch and enjoy a leisurely afternoon. The day continues with visits to the Basilica of St. Clare and the Chapel of San Damiano. Dinner will be at the hotel.

DAY 7 (10/18) SIENA
This morning, we will transfer to Siena, in Italy’s Tuscany region. Upon arrival, we will see the Romanesque-Gothic cathedral, completed in 1380. Our next stop is the Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena and the Piazza del Campo, which features the Palazzo Pubblico and Torre Del Mangia. We will also view the incorrupt relics of St. Catherine at the Basilica of St. Dominic before proceeding to Rome, where dinner will be served at the hotel.

DAY 8 (10/19) ROME / DUBROVNIK

We will proceed to the airport this morning to board our flight to Dubrovnik, Croatia. Upon arrival, we will transfer to our hotel for check-in and settle in before dinner.

DAY 9 (10/20) DUBROVNIK

The walking tour of Old City Dubrovnik begins at St. Blasius Church, a Baroque masterpiece from 1715. The tour continues to the Rector’s Palace, the Bell Tower Clock, and Orlando’s Column, followed by a visit to Sponza Palace, a key cultural institution. You’ll also explore the Dominican Monastery, noted for its defense position, and the Franciscan Monastery, which houses a historical pharmacy. In the afternoon, you’ll have time to stop for lunch at one of the many fabulous local restaurants. Mass will be celebrated, and dinner will be at your hotel.

DAY 10 (10/21) DUBROVNIK / MEDJUGORJE

This morning, after breakfast, we will set off for the tranquil town of Medjugorje. Upon arrival, you’ll have time for personal reflection and devotion amidst the peaceful surroundings. Later, we will come together to celebrate Mass, embracing the sense of community. Our day will conclude with a delicious dinner at our hotel, where we can share our experiences.

DAY 11 (10/22) MEDJUGORJE

In Medjugorje, pilgrims can experience a deepening of their faith while connecting with others. Key activities include attending Mass and climbing Apparition Hill, where the visionaries first encountered Our Lady. At the base of the hill is a Blue Cross, linked to early apparitions. Pilgrims will have time for private devotions, meals, shopping, and personal prayer with the Rosary, with dinner provided at the hotel.

DAY 12 (10/23) MEDJUGORJE / MOSTAR / SARAJEVO

Depart for Sarajevo with a stop in Mostar for a guided tour of key sites, including the Old Bridge, Old Bazaar, and Old Town, highlighting the city’s cultural and historical diversity. After the tour, continue to Sarajevo and enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

DAY 13 (10/24) RETURN HOME

This morning, we will transfer to the airport to catch our return flight home.