SHRINES OF MEXICO

DAY 1: FLIGHT TO MEXICO CITY

Our pilgrimage begins today as we board our flight to Mexico City. Upon arrival, we will transfer to our hotel and check in. We will have a Welcome Mass at the hotel, and later, gather for cocktails and appetizers before dinner, accompanied by live music.

DAY 2: THE BEST OF MEXICO CITY

Today, we’ll begin at the Plaza of the Three Cultures, showcasing pre-Hispanic, colonial, and modern influences. Next, we’ll visit the Templo de Santiago to see Juan Diego’s baptismal font, followed by the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Chapel of the Miraculous Cross of Poison. We’ll then explore the National Palace, home to Mexico’s ruling class since Aztec times. A stroll along the pedestrian alley of Francisco y Madero will lead us to the Casa de los Azulejos, Temple of San Francisco, and Temple of San Felipe Neri, which features a significant art gallery from the 17th to 19th centuries. Finally, we’ll stop by the Palacio de Iturbide and the Church of la Sagrada Familia to pray for Blessed Miguel Pro. We’ll end the day with an authentic Mexican taco dinner before returning to our hotel.

DAY 3: OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE

Today, we will immerse ourselves in a full day dedicated to Our Lady as we travel to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the beloved Patroness of the Americas. This remarkable church is one of the most significant Catholic pilgrimage sites. Throughout the day, we’ll engage in a variety of spiritual experiences, such as kneeling before the centuries-old Tilma, ascending Tepeyac Hill, and exploring the Old Basilica, the Chapel of the Indians, and the Chapel of the Well. We’ll also participate in Holy Mass led by the Archbishop at the main altar, with time set aside for lunch, prayer, and even some personal shopping. To round off our day, we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant while being serenaded by the lively music of Mariachis.

DAY 4: TULPETLAC | FOLKLORIC BALLET OF MEXICO

After breakfast, we will visit the Church of the 5th Apparition in Tulpetlac, where the Blessed Virgin Maria de Guadalupe appeared to Juan Bernardino, Juan Diego’s uncle. Here you can find a well of healing water which locals drink from. We will celebrate Mass before returning to our hotel. After dinner at the hotel, we will attend the Folkloric Ballet of Mexico!

DAY 5: TEOTIHUACAN

Get ready for an exciting adventure in San Juan Teotihuacan, one of Mesoamerica’s most vibrant cultural hubs! This incredible site boasts impressive monumental buildings, including the stunning Citadel and the mesmerizing Temple of the Feathered Serpent, along with the awe-inspiring Pyramids of the Sun and Moon. After our tour, you’ll have the rest of the day to explore the city at your own pace, soaking up its rich atmosphere, before enjoying dinner on your own and unwinding at your hotel for a restful night.

DAY 6: PUEBLA  

After breakfast, we will travel to Puebla, a colonial town renowned for its rich history. We’ll visit St. Francis of Assisi Church to see the incorrupt body of Blessed Sebastian de Aparicio, then celebrate Mass at the beautiful Church of Santo Domingo, home to the famous chapel of Our Lady of the Rosary. After lunch at a traditional Puebla restaurant, we’ll return to our hotel in Mexico City for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

DAY 7: RETURN HOME

This morning, if time allows, we will say farewell to our Lady or have Mass at one of the nearby churches, followed by a transfer to the airport for your return flight home.