Holy Cross Institute Canada – October 2025

Pilgrimage to Canada

Trip Date:
Oct 22, 2025
- Oct 26, 2025
Group Type
Private
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
From $2,918
Deposit $500
Hosted by
Holy Cross Institute

Trip Overview

Join the Holy Cross Institute and Verso Ministries on a journey to Canada to learn about the life and ministry of St. Andre Bessette and the Congregation of Holy Cross, visit sacred sites in and around Montreal, and explore the culture and history of the Canadian Church. This specialized itinerary features an in-depth experience of St. Joseph’s Oratory as well as a series of formation sessions designed specifically for educators of Holy Cross schools.

What’s Included?

  • Verso Pilgrimage Director traveling with the group
  • Transportation on a private motorcoach, including driver gratuities
  • Accommodations in double-occupancy rooms, including taxes (single rooms available on a limited basis)
  • Meals as indicated on itinerary
  • Opportunity for daily Mass, including Mass donations
  • Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), and meals
  • Tickets for included activities
  • Audio headset for each pilgrim (if group size is 30+)
  • Verso pilgrimage booklets and pilgrim kits
  • Preparation and follow-up materials

Itinerary

October 22, 2025
  • Arrive to Montréal and transfer to hotel (on your own)
  • Gather in the hotel lobby at 5 p.m. to begin the pilgrimage
  • Opening Mass in a local church (pending confirmation)
  • Opening Dinner in a local restaurant in Montréal
  • Overnight in Montréal

Accommodations: Holiday Inn Montreal

Meals included: Dinner

October 23, 2025
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Orientation visit to St Joseph’s Oratory, including Mass and tour of the church and grounds
  • Free time for lunch
  • Afternoon Formation Session
  • Hike up to the top of Mount Royal
  • Free evening for dinner
  • Overnight in Montréal

Accommodations: Holiday Inn Montreal

Meals included: Breakfast

October 24, 2025
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Pilgrimage to downtown Montréal churches, including Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral, St. Patrick’s Basilica, Notre Dame Basilica, and Notre Dame de Bon Secours
  • Group lunch in the Old City
  • Visit and Mass at the Saint Francis-Xavier Mission with the tomb of St. Kateri Tekakwitha
  • Free evening for dinner
  • Overnight in Montréal

Accommodations: Holiday Inn Montreal

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

October 25, 2025
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Return to St. Joseph’s Oratory for morning Mass
  • Formation Session or Holy Cross community engagement
  • Free time for lunch
  • Formation Session or Holy Cross community engagement
  • Closing Dinner in downtown Montréal
  • Overnight in Montréal

Accommodations: Holiday Inn Montreal

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

October 26, 2025
  • Final breakfast at the hotel
  • Transfer to the airport and depart (on your own)

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodations

Standard Accommodations

Pricing

Package Cost
$2,918

Optional Add-ons

Single room supplement (limited availability)
$690 per person
Travel protection
*Quote emailed after booking
Gratuities
TBD per person

Pricing listed per person in double-occupancy rooms and does/does not include airfare. The number of available single-occupancy rooms is limited. Rates assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims.

*Travel protection is calculated based on a variety of factors and optional plans are provided by Travel Insured International.

Led by

Dr. Richard Bautch
Austin, TX
Richard Bautch is Executive Director of the Holy Cross Institute at St. Edward’s University, where he leads a national and international network of Holy Cross educators committed to mission-centered learning. In this role, Dr. Bautch leads pilgrimages to key sites in the Holy Cross tradition, including St. Joseph’s Oratory in Montreal, where participants venerate places associated with St. André Bessette, C.S.C., and heritage sites in western France connected to Bl. Basile Moreau, C.S.C., founder of the Congregation of Holy Cross. These experiences deepen participants’ understanding of Holy Cross spirituality and strengthen their commitment to its mission in education and beyond.

Flights

Pilgrims are responsible for booking their own flights to/from the pilgrimage using the information below regarding airports and designated arrival/departure times.

  • Arrival time: by 2:00 p.m. on October 22.
  • Arrival airport: Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
  • Arrival transfer: Pilgrims will transfer to the hotel on their own using taxi or public transportation.
  • Depart: any time on October 26.
  • Departure airport: Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
  • Departure transfer: Pilgrims will transfer to the hotel on their own using taxi or public transportation.

More Details

  • Roundtrip airfare
  • Airport transfers
  • Passport, visa, or luggage fees
  • Any personal purchases
  • Any meals not indicated on itinerary
  • Any required COVID tests or vaccinations
  • Recommended travel protection with Cancel for Any Reason coverage
  • Anything else not explicitly mentioned as included

Final balance, including core package price plus any additional add-ons, due at registration

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be submitted to Verso Ministries in written form and received via email or mail. Any refunds, as applicable, will be processed based on the date stamp of email or mail received. Cancellation fees are for individual pilgrims and fees will be charged per person per booking.

Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here.

  • 90-61 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost is non-refundable
  • 60-31 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost is non-refundable
  • 30 days or less prior to departure: 100% of trip cost is non-refundable

Any cancellation charges incurred from other suppliers or vendors (flight, lodging, ground transportation, tickets, etc.) may come in addition to the administrative fees listed here. All group flight airline tickets, optional excursions, trip options, pre/post extensions, private transfers, and additional hotel nights are non-refundable 100 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise noted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I purchase travel protection?

We recommend that all pilgrims consider purchasing travel protection. We partner with Travel Insured International (TII) to offer travel protection.  According to TII, travel protection helps protect you and those you are traveling with from unforeseen emergencies, which always seem to happen at the worst possible time. In the event of emergencies, both before and during your travels, as well other circumstances, like travel delay, lost baggage, missed connection(s), and much more, travel protection can help. Upon registration you will receive a travel protection quotation from TII. If you have any questions regarding your quotation, please call TII. If you need an updated or new quotation, please contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at 574-383-9396.
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How does Verso Ministries prepare me for my journey?

We know from experience that preparing for a journey is just as important as the journey itself. From pre-departure spiritual formation emails and webinars hosted by the Verso trip leader, to providing you with a pilgrim kit to bring with you on your journey, we accompany you through the entire process – before, during, and after the pilgrimage – to prepare your mind and heart for what you’ll encounter. And of course, we’re always available by phone or email to answer and assist with any questions you might have.
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Who can I contact for more information?

Our team is eager to help and is available 9am-5pm EST by phone at 574-383-9396 or by email at hello@versoministries.com
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Resources

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