Spiritual Highlights of Italy - Faith Based Travel

Begin in Rome, the center of Catholic life. Attend a Papal Audience (subject to availability) and receive the Papal Blessing. Pray at the city’s most important basilicas, including St. John Lateran, the Pope’s cathedral, and St. Mary Major, home to relics of the Holy Crib. Ascend the sacred Scala Sancta (Holy Stairs)—a deeply moving act of devotion.

Enjoy an included excursion to Castel Gandolfo, the serene papal summer residence overlooking Lake Albano. Walk through the beautifully manicured gardens and historic rooms once used by generations of popes—a rare and reflective experience just outside Rome.

Travel south to Pietrelcina, birthplace of St. Pio, then continue to San Giovanni Rotondo, where he lived and ministered for over 50 years. Visit his friary, tomb, and pilgrimage church, attend Mass, and take part in a moving candlelight procession. A visit to the Shrine of Monte Sant’Angelo, where St. Michael the Archangel appeared, adds profound spiritual significance.

In Lanciano, gather in prayer at the Sanctuary of the Eucharistic Miracle, one of the most extraordinary in Church history. Continue to Loreto, home of the Holy House of the Blessed Virgin Mary, where tradition holds the Annunciation took place.

In Assisi, immerse yourself in the lives of St. Francis and St. Clare. Celebrate Mass at the Basilica of St. Francis, adorned with Giotto’s frescoes, and visit both the Upper and Lower Basilicas. Pray at Santa Maria degli Angeli, protecting the Porziuncola—the birthplace of the Franciscan Order.

Conclude your pilgrimage with a visit to Cascia, home of St. Rita, the Patron Saint of Impossible Causes. Spend time in prayer at her shrine before returning to Rome.

*Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Please contact us for single supplement rate.