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Italy– Rome: A Journey of Faith and Beauty
Experience the perfect blend of spiritual depth and cultural wonder in the Eternal City. Visit the Vatican, attend Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, and walk through the history of early Christianity. Enjoy moments of leisure as you explore Rome’s majestic landmarks, lively piazzas, and world-renowned cuisine. A pilgrimage where faith meets art, tradition, and timeless beauty.
ITALY BY FLIGHT – Holidays Combining Tourism with Spirituality
ITALY BY FLIGHT – Holidays Combining Tourism with Spirituality
6th–10th April
Rome • Vatican • Assisi • Padua • Venice
6th April – Rome Dinner
6th April – Rome Dinner
Early morning departure from London Stansted to Rome.
Upon arrival, begin a guided tour of the Eternal City, blending history, culture, and spirituality.
Highlights include:
Colosseum – Symbol of ancient Rome and home of the gladiators
Trevi Fountain – One of the most beautiful fountains in the world
Piazza Venezia – The central hub of Rome
Pantheon – One of the best-preserved monuments of ancient Rome
Abbey of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
Abbey of the Three Fountains
Dinner and overnight in Rome.
7th April – Rome (Major Basilicas & Catacombs) Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, continue the guided tour focusing on the major churches of Rome:
After breakfast, continue the guided tour focusing on the major churches of Rome:
Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran – Cathedral of Rome
Scala Sancta – Holy Stairs brought from Jerusalem by Empress Helena
Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem – Relics of the Passion
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Visit to the Catacombs of Rome
Dinner and overnight in Rome.
8th April – Vatican City Breakfast, Dinner
8th April – Vatican City Breakfast, Dinner
Morning transfer to Vatican City.
Attend the Papal General Audience (usually Wednesday at 9:00am, subject to Papal schedule)
Visit St Peter's Basilica
Explore the Vatican Museums
Marvel at the Sistine Chapel and its masterpieces
Optional:
Climb the Dome of St Peter’s Basilica (additional fee; lift + 320 steps or full 551 steps).
Free time for shopping in Vatican area.
Dinner and overnight in Rome.
9th April – Assisi & Padua Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, depart for Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis.
Visits include:
Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli
Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
In the late afternoon, continue to Padua for overnight.
10th April – Padua & Venice Breakfast
Morning visit to:
Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua
Proceed to Venice, the most romantic city in Italy.
Highlights:
Boat ride to St Mark's Square
Bridge of Sighs
St Mark's Basilica (entrance not included)
Visit to a Murano Glass showroom for live demonstration
Later in the evening, transfer to the airport for final departure.
ROME & ASSISI PILGRIMAGE – 18TH TO 21ST AUGUST 2026
ROME & ASSISI PILGRIMAGE – 18TH TO 21ST AUGUST 2026
Holidays Combining Tourism with Spirituality
18TH AUGUST – LONDON ✈ ROME Dinner
Early morning departure from London Stansted at approximately 7:00 AM.
Upon arrival in Rome, enjoy a guided tour of the Eternal City including visits to some of its most iconic landmarks:
The Colosseum (outside view)
Trevi Fountain
Piazza Venezia
The Pantheon
San Paolo
Tre Fontane
The day concludes with dinner and overnight stay in Rome.
19TH AUGUST – VATICAN CITY Breakfast, Dinner
19TH AUGUST – VATICAN CITY Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, attend the Papal General Audience, where pilgrims may see the Holy Father during his public address.
The pilgrimage continues with guided visits to:
St. Peter’s Basilica
Sistine Chapel
Vatican Museums (entrance fees included)
Marvel at priceless masterpieces and extraordinary artwork collected throughout centuries by the Popes.
Free time will also be provided for shopping and personal exploration.
20TH AUGUST – ROME Breakfast, Dinner
Following breakfast, continue the guided pilgrimage through Rome’s major basilicas and sacred sites:
Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
Scala Santa (Holy Stairs)
Santa Croce Basilica, housing Relics of the Passion and the True Cross
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
Visit to the Catacombs
As coach access is restricted in many areas of Rome and the Vatican, parts of the tour will be conducted on foot.
21ST AUGUST – ASSISI ✈ LONDON Breakfast,
21ST AUGUST – ASSISI ✈ LONDON Breakfast,
After an early breakfast, depart for Assisi to visit important Franciscan pilgrimage sites including:
Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli
Papal Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi
Tomb of Blessed Carlo Acutis
Basilica di Santa Chiara (St. Clare Basilica)
Later in the evening, transfer to the airport for your return flight to London.
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