Jubilee Pilgrimage Italy & Medjugorje
ITALY – VATICAN CITY – CATACOMBS OF SAINT CALLIXTUS – DUBROVNIK – MEDJUGORJE — 11 Days
Step into a powerful Year of Hope pilgrimage with Carnival US Travel, journeying through Italy, Vatican City, Dubrovnik, and Medjugorje in faith, prayer, and unforgettable spiritual discovery.
From the holy heart of Rome and Vatican City to St. Peter’s Basilica, the major Catholic basilicas, and the Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, this 11-day pilgrimage invites you to walk through the sacred history of the early Church, the Apostles, the martyrs, and centuries of Catholic faith.
The journey continues through the beauty of Dubrovnik before arriving in Medjugorje, a beloved Marian pilgrimage destination where many pilgrims come seeking prayer, peace, conversion, and spiritual healing.
With guided visits, meaningful spiritual moments, comfortable hotels, meals, transportation, and thoughtful tour support, Carnival US Travel makes every detail easier so you can focus on what truly matters: faith, hope, prayer, and renewal.
This is more than a tour. It is a journey of grace, peace, and a deeper encounter with God.
Guests gather at the airport and complete check-in procedures for the flight to Rome, Italy. Overnight on flight.
Arrive in Rome and meet the local tour guide. After airport procedures, transfer to the hotel or begin a light orientation depending on arrival time.
Rome is one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage destinations in the world and a meaningful place to begin the Pilgrimage of the Year of Hope. Dinner and overnight in Rome.
After breakfast, visit Vatican City, the spiritual heart of the Catholic Church. The group visits St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, with time for prayer and reflection.
Depending on the Vatican schedule, pilgrims may have the opportunity to attend a Papal Audience, Angelus prayer, or another public prayer moment with the Holy Father. Dinner and overnight in Rome.
After breakfast, continue the Rome pilgrimage with visits to major Catholic holy sites. The day may include the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, the Holy Stairs, and other sacred places connected to the history of the Church.
The group also visits the Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, one of the most important early Christian burial sites in Rome. This sacred place reminds pilgrims of the faith, courage, and witness of the early Christians. Dinner and overnight in Rome.
After breakfast, depart for Assisi, the peaceful hometown of Saint Francis and Saint Clare. Visit the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, the Basilica of Saint Clare, and other Franciscan sites depending on the schedule.
Assisi invites pilgrims to reflect on humility, peace, conversion, and the simple joy of following Christ. Dinner and overnight in Assisi or nearby area.
After breakfast, continue the pilgrimage journey toward Lanciano, known for the Eucharistic Miracle of Lanciano, one of the most beloved Eucharistic sites in the Catholic tradition.
After time for prayer and reflection, continue to San Giovanni Rotondo, the town closely connected to Saint Padre Pio. Dinner and overnight in San Giovanni Rotondo or nearby area.
After breakfast, visit sites connected to Saint Padre Pio, including the sanctuary area and places of prayer depending on the schedule.
Later, continue the journey toward Dubrovnik, Croatia, by flight, ferry, or coach according to the official tour program. Dinner and overnight in Dubrovnik or nearby area.
After breakfast, enjoy a short visit or orientation in Dubrovnik, a historic coastal city known for its old town, stone walls, and beautiful Adriatic setting.
The group then continues to Medjugorje, a beloved Marian pilgrimage destination where many pilgrims come for prayer, peace, conversion, and spiritual renewal. Dinner and overnight in Medjugorje.
After breakfast, spend the day in Medjugorje. Pilgrims may visit St. James Church, Apparition Hill, the Blue Cross, and other prayer sites depending on the schedule.
This day offers time for Mass, confession when available, personal prayer, reflection, Marian devotion, and thanksgiving. Dinner and overnight in Medjugorje.
After breakfast, enjoy final prayer time in Medjugorje depending on the flight schedule. The group then transfers to the airport for the return journey.
Overnight on flight or in transit according to the official tour program.
Arrive in the USA and complete immigration procedures. Carnival US Travel thanks all guests and looks forward to welcoming them again on future pilgrimage journeys.
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Upon registration, a deposit per person is required to issue airline tickets, reserve hotels, and arrange transportation.
The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure.
Guests over 75 years of age or more than 4 months pregnant — please contact our office before registering.
Credit card payments incur a 3% processing fee.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
Guests absent at departure are considered to have cancelled with no refund.
The tour price does not apply to personal visit purposes or commercial travel purposes.
The tour price is based on a minimum group size of 35 adult guests or more. Therefore, if the number of guests is lower, a surcharge will apply.
The company shall not be responsible for missed sightseeing or visiting points in cases where sightseeing or visiting sites are closed without prior notice, traffic delays occur, or guests remain at a location beyond the scheduled visiting time.
The company shall not be responsible in the event of missed flights due to guests not being present at the airport according to the airline’s required time, or due to the guests’ personal reasons.
Depending on actual circumstances, the order of sightseeing points in the program may be changed, but all original sightseeing points will still be ensured.
In objective circumstances such as terrorism, natural disasters, visa processing timelines from the Consulate, or schedule changes by public transportation providers such as airlines or trains, the travel company reserves the right to change the itinerary for the convenience and safety of guests, and shall be exempt from liability for compensation for any resulting damages or losses.
Upon receiving the electronic ticket, guests are kindly requested to carefully check all information on the ticket. If any error is found, please contact Carnival US Travel immediately for timely assistance and correction.
Guests may complete online check-in beginning 24 hours before the pilgrimage departure date in order to save time and make the process more convenient.
For guests with disabilities or special health or personal needs, guests are kindly requested to have a family member accompany and assist them throughout the trip, and to bring a doctor’s certificate when completing procedures with the airline in order to request suitable seating arrangements as desired. At the same time, guests are kindly requested to notify Carnival US Travel of this special circumstance so that we may provide the best possible support.
If guests wish to select preferred seating positions such as front-row seats, window seats, or aisle seats, please note that the airline may apply additional surcharges for these services.
Guests aged 75 or older are required to have a doctor’s certificate confirming that they are fully healthy and fit to travel abroad, as well as a health commitment form with the company. Guests are required to be accompanied by a family member under 60 years old who is in good health.
Guests registering for the tour are kindly requested to carefully read the information regarding what is included and what is not included. This is to avoid confusion or misunderstanding about the services before registration.
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