Italy and the Vatican Tour

With our fully customizable tours, you can design your own pilgrimage to Italy and Vatican City. Whether you want to follow in the footsteps of the Apostles in Rome, arrange a Catholic faith trip to Assisi and San Giovanni Rotondo, or explore other spiritual landmarks, this flexible tour is tailored to meet your unique preferences.

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Suggested Itinerary: 10 Days in Italy and Vatican City

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Day 1: Arrival in Rome – Begin Your Spiritual Journey

• Arrive in Rome and meet your local guide.
• Transfer to the hotel for check-in.
• Optional: Evening stroll to explore Piazza Navona and the Pantheon.

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Day 2: Exploring Baroque Rome

• Visit Piazza Navona, featuring Bernini’s iconic fountains and the Sant’Agnese in Agone Basilica, dedicated to St. Agnes.
• Explore the ancient Pantheon (Santa Maria ad Martyres).
• Toss a coin at the Trevi Fountain.
• Ascend the Spanish Steps leading to the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
• Walk from the Arch of Titus to the Colosseum.
• Conclude at the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem (Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme).

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Day 3: Vatican and Holy Sites

• Begin at the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the “Mother and Head of all Churches.”
• Ascend the Holy Stairs, believed to be climbed by Jesus during His Passion.
• Visit the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, one of Rome’s four major basilicas.

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Day 4: Heart of Vatican City

• Attend a Papal Audience at St. Peter’s Square (subject to the Papal schedule).
• Explore St. Peter’s Basilica, including the tomb of St. Peter.
• In the afternoon, visit the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, ancient underground burial sites used by early Christians.

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Day 5: Journey to Assisi

• Travel to Assisi, the hometown of St. Francis and St. Clare.
• Guided tour of the Basilica of Saint Francis.
• Visit the Church of Saint Clare.
• Explore the historic hill town of Assisi.
• Transfer to Cascia, the home of Saint Rita.

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Day 6: Reflecting in Cascia

• Begin with breakfast in Cascia.
• Watch an introductory video about Saint Rita.
• Visit the Basilica of Saint Rita and the monastery where she lived.
• Excursion to Roccaporena, her birthplace, for prayer and reflection.

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Day 7: The Eucharistic Miracle in Lanciano

• Scenic drive to Lanciano, the site of the Eucharistic Miracle.
• Visit the sanctuary where the miracle occurred.
• Continue to San Giovanni Rotondo.

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Day 8: Saint Michael the Archangel

• Receive a special blessing at Padre Pio’s site.
• Visit the Church of Saint Mary of Graces.
• Explore the Grotto of Mount Gargano, associated with the apparition of Saint Michael the Archangel.

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Day 9: Return to Rome – Following Apostle Paul’s Legacy

• Visit the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, the burial site of Apostle Paul.
• Explore the Church of the Three Fountains, Saint Paul’s martyrdom site.
• Visit The Grotto of the Three Fountains, dedicated to the Virgin of Revelation.

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Day 10: Farewell Rome

• Transfer to the airport for departure, carrying the divine memories and warm Italian hospitality experienced on this journey.

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Italy and the Vatican Tour Schedule:

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