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ABOUT YOUR TRIP
Imagine being enriched by the essence of Italy’s holy shrines exploding with art & culture.
Italy embraces the treasures of the Catholic Church and embodies the faith in ways that can only be experienced on pilgrimage. Let the Eternal City of Rome capture your senses and educate you in Catholic traditions. Enjoy four nights in Rome, including visits to the four major basilicas and, the highlight, a Papal Audience with Pope Francis. Learn about St. Francis in Assisi, also where St. Clare began her religious life. From Padre Pio and San Giovanni Rotondo to one of the most powerful 8th-century Eucharistic Miracle Sanctuaries in Lanciano, strengthen your faith along this journey as you experience the Shrines of Italy.
Under Nativity’s excellent organization and leadership, our pilgrimages offer complete itineraries that include round-trip airfare, first-class hotel accommodations, breakfast, dinner, all transportation, daily Masses, and more!
ITINERARY
Your exciting pilgrimage starts today as you board your flight to Rome! Embrace the incredible spiritual journey ahead in Italy, cherishing every moment of this remarkable adventure across the Atlantic.
Welcome to beautiful Rome! We’re thrilled to meet our guide and driver as we board our touring vehicle for a panoramic tour of the “Eternal City.” We’ll visit the iconic Trevi Fountain, where you’ll have time for lunch. After settling into your hotel, enjoy a delightful dinner and a restful night—an amazing start to your Roman adventure!
Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Papal Audience in St. Peter’s Square every Wednesday! Afterward, we’ll explore St. Peter’s Basilica to see Michelangelo’s Pieta and visit the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel. We’ll honor Saint John Paul II at his tomb and visit the Basilica of St. Mary Major, which holds a relic from Jesus’ manger. Enjoy dinner and relax at your hotel after a day filled with beauty and spirituality.
Get ready for an exciting morning of history and spirituality! Start with breakfast before visiting the Basilica of St. John the Lateran, Rome’s oldest basilica. Next, explore the Holy Stairs, where Jesus ascended to trial, and stroll down the ancient Appian Way, seeing the Domino Quo Vadis Chapel, the Baths of Caracalla, the Arch of Drusus, and the Tomb of Cecilia Metella. Finally, visit the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, the burial place of Saint Paul the Apostle. End your day with a cozy dinner and relaxing hotel stay.
After breakfast at your hotel, we’ll start our walking tour of ancient Rome at Piazza Venezia. We’ll visit iconic sites like Capitoline Hill, the Pantheon, and the Basilica of St. Mary of the Altar of Heaven, as well as the historic Mamertine Prison. We’ll stroll along Via dei Fori Imperiali to see the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Arch of Constantine. After a nice lunch, we’ll explore the Basilica of St. Clement before departing for Assisi. Enjoy dinner and a restful night at your hotel.
Enjoy a tour of Assisi, the home of Saint Francis! We’ll visit the Basilica of St. Francis to pray at his tomb and explore the chapel where he prayed. Next, we’ll see the Church of St. Clare and the St. Mary of the Angels Basilica. Enjoy free time in the medieval streets for shopping and lunch before visiting the Santuario Della Spogliazione to see Blessed Carlo Acutis’ tomb. The day will end with dinner and a restful overnight stay at your hotel, creating wonderful memories!
Join us as we journey to the beautiful Adriatic coast to visit the Marian shrine of Loreto, home to the Holy House of Nazareth. Next, we’ll head to the historic town of Lanciano, where we’ll celebrate Mass at the Church of St. Longinus, known for the remarkable Eucharistic Miracle of the eighth century. Afterward, you’ll have free time to explore Lanciano before continuing to San Giovanni Rotondo. We’ll end the day with a delicious dinner and a restful night at our hotel.
What a wonderful day lies ahead! After breakfast, we’ll explore the Old Church, touring the sanctuary to admire the crucifix where St. Pio received the stigmata and visit his cherished confessional. Then, we’ll enjoy a scenic bus ride to the Grotto of St. Michael the Archangel, known for St. Michael’s reassurance to a Bishop. After some free time, we’ll return to San Giovanni Rotondo, savoring beautiful ocean and countryside views. We’ll end the day with dinner and a restful overnight at your hotel.
As we journey north through the stunning Italian countryside with its vibrant vineyards and olive groves, we’ll first stop at Monte Cassino, established by St. Benedict in 529. We’ll explore the impressive Abbey of Monte Cassino and the Church of St. Peter and Paul. After this delightful day, we’ll head to Rome for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant and comfortable accommodations at your hotel.
This morning, we’re gearing up for our journey back home as we make our way to the airport to catch our flight!
YOUR TRIP INCLUDES
Round-Trip Airfare
First-Class Hotels
Private transportation
Breakfast & Dinner
Professional Tour Guides
Daily Mass
Sightseeing/Admission Fees
Medical Insurance
GALLERY
PLAN A TRIP
Engaging with Nativity Pilgrimage for your spiritual journey guarantees a travel experience characterized by ease and efficiency. You will not have to concern yourself with logistical arrangements, including flights, accommodations, guides, transportation, and other related aspects. Our team manages all intricate details, allowing you to focus entirely on your pilgrimage experience.
Our knowledgeable staff remains consistently available to ensure that the process is straightforward and seamless. We offer comprehensive support by overseeing all reservations, managing financial transactions, handling invoicing, processing payments, and organizing travel documentation, among other essential tasks. We are dedicated to guiding you through the diverse options available, ensuring the creation of a truly transformative pilgrimage experience.
PROTECT YOUR TRIP
While travel insurance is not mandatory, it is strongly advised to mitigate potential unforeseen circumstances that may lead to trip cancellations or result in unexpected out-of-pocket expenses. It is advisable to obtain this insurance upon registration to take advantage of the “Cancel For Any Reason” option. There are two available options for acquiring travel insurance:
- Purchase directly online via our website following the submission of your application.
- Acquire insurance through your own insurance provider.
