Make your way to your local airport, where you will board your overnight flight(s). Meals will be served on board.

Welcome to Italy and the beginning of what is to be the most memorable pilgrimage of your life. Upon arriving in Milan airport, make your way to the baggage claim area and collect your luggage. Proceed to the arrival hall, where you will be greeted by your guide and driver, who will transfer you to your hotel. Meet your fellow pilgrims, participate in the celebration of Holy Mass. Conclude with dinner and a restful overnight.

After breakfast, depart to Caravaggio, to visit the Shrine of Our Lady. Stroll through the large square and peaceful gardens, and take a moment inside the sanctuary to soak in its serene and spiritual atmosphere. Return to Milan, wehere you’ll visit the famous Da Vinci’s “Last Supper”. Our day continues to the magnificent Duomo Cathedral of Milan, the largest cathedral in Italy and a symbol of faith and art which spans over six centuries. Buried here is St. Charles Borromeo. When the Protestant Reformation was spreading through northern Europe, St. Charles staunchly defended the Catholic faith by eradicating corruption and educating the clergy until he died in 1584. We will visit the Sant’Ambrogio Basilica; one of Milan’s oldest churches. It was built by St. Ambrose, the great confessor, and Doctor of the Church, who was appointed as Bishop of Milan from 374-397. St. Ambrose is buried in the Basilica along with Saints Gervase and Protase (early Christian martyrs). Continue to Turin for dinner and overnight.

Begin the day with breakfast and then our tour will continue to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist: the resting place of Blessed Frassati and the home of the world’s most famous relic, the Shroud of Turin. The Shroud is a piece of herringbone twilled linen cloth measuring 14.5 by 3.9 feet. It is believed to be that in which Christ’s body was wrapped after his crucifixion. The cloth still bears the faint imprint of Jesus, and the apparent signs of wound marks that correspond to those Christ sustained during crucifixion. It is expected that the Shroud will be on public display sometime during the 2025 Jubilee Year (pending confirmation). Following his beatification in 1990, the incorrupt mortal remains of Pier Giorgio Frassati were transferred from the family crypt in Pollone to their present location in the Cathedral. Here we will participate in the celebration of Holy Mass, & take time for prayer and reflection, asking for this holy man’s intercession throughout our pilgrimage. We will then move on to the Sanctuary of Maria Ausiliatrice, (the Basilica of Our Lady Help of Christians) completed in 1868. This church was originally part of a home for impoverished boys founded by Saint John Bosco. For this reason the Saint is buried here along with the relics of St. Dominic Savio and other saints. After lunch (free ) we will continue to Genova , visit Santuario di Nostra Signora della Guardia (Piazza Santuario Nostra Signora della Guardia, 4, 16014 Ceranesi GE, Italy ). Time leisure. Conclude this memorable day with dinner and a restful overnight.

After breakfast, we will head to Florence. We’ll have a stop in Lucca, visiting the Shrine of St. Gemma Galgani, often called the ‘Virgin of Lucca’ or the “Daughter of Passion.”Located just outside the historic city center, the Monastery of the Passionist Sisters houses the shrine and tomb of St. Gemma. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by a peaceful, contemplative atmosphere—a perfect setting for prayer and reflection. Lunch on own. In the afternoon continue to Florence, visiting one of the most iconic landmarks, the Duomo, where Brunelleschi’s Dome famously sits. Continue through the bustling square of Piazza Della Signoria, home to the Palazzo Vecchio, outdoor cafes, and a collection of famous sculptures, including Giambologna’s Rape of the Sabine Women. Visit the Academia and experience this world-renowned museum. Dinner and overnight in Florence.

After breakfast, departure to Rome. We will make our way back to St. Peters for the Memorial Mass. After, we will tour St. Peter’s Basilica, built on the site where St. Peter the Apostle was martyred. Your day in Rome will continue with a visit of the oldest one of major Basilicas in Rome, the Basilica of St. John the Lateran. This Basilica is where Pope Francis was installed as Bishop of Rome and is home to the relics of Saints Peter and Paul. Next, you will cross the street to visit the Holy Stairs. These Holy Stairs are believed to be the very steps leading up to the praetorium of Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem on which Jesus stepped on his way to trial during his Passion. The Stairs were brought to Rome by Saint Helena in the fourth century. Ascend these stairs on your knees, in memory of Christ’s agonizing Passion. Contine to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls and proceed to Hotel for check in and dinner.

In the morning; Santa Croce and St. Mary Major in the afternoon Witness history on the momentous day Blessed Carlo Acutis is declared a Saint! Blessed Carlo is the first Saint of the Millennial generation and truly a Eucharistic Missionary for the Digital Age. His canonization will be the highlight of the Jubilee for Teenagers. We will make our way today to St. Peters Square to secure our spot for the canonization ceremony. Witness the grandeur, music, and moving speeches as Bl. Carlo is elevated to Sainthood. In the afternoon visit the Basilica of Santa Croce, one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches which is believed to hold relics of the True Cross. We conclude our day with a visit of the Basilica of St. Mary Major. This Church, dedicated to Our Blessed Mother, is the only Basilica that has kept its original structure and is an authentic jewel in the crown of Roman Churches. This Basilica contains a relic from the Manger of the Infant Jesus. Enjoy dinner and a restful overnight.

After an early breakfast and heartfelt farewells, transfer to Rome airport for return flights home.

*206 Tours Disclaimer:
Though every effort will be made to follow the itinerary, it should be considered as an indication, rather than a contract of places to be visited. Occasionally local religious holidays, national days, weather, traffic conditions and other events may necessitate changes in the sequence of visits or the missing of certain visits.