Lafayette Central Catholic Italy – June 2027

Pilgrimage to Italy

Trip Date:
Jun 7, 2027
- Jun 16, 2027
Group Type
Private
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
From $3,264
Hosted by
Lafayette Central Catholic High School
or call us at (574) 383-9396

Trip Overview

Discover the heart of the universal Church on this handcrafted pilgrimage to Italy with Lafayette Central Catholic High School. From Rome, where the ancient streets overflow with history, to the peaceful countryside villages of Assisi, Orvieto, and Netunno, walk in the footsteps of fantastic saints and encounter firsthand the ever-unfolding story of the Church. Through conversations over fine Italian cuisine, prayer in the world’s most iconic churches, and immersion into all the beauty and culture Italy has to offer, this pilgrimage will inspire you to marvel at the work God has done through the church and draw you into deeper relationship with Christ.

What’s Included?

  • Licensed, local tour escort supported by local guide(s)
  • Verso formation resources
  • Opportunity for daily Mass
  • All tickets for included activities listed on itinerary
  • Standard accommodations in double, triple, or quad-occupancy rooms
  • Breakfast daily at hotel, 3 lunches, and 5 dinners
  • Audio headsets
  • Transportation on private transportation
  • Airport transfers in Rome (for those on group flight)

Itinerary

June 7, 2027
  • Depart the U.S. and begin your pilgrimage journey
June 8, 2027
  • Arrive Rome and transfer to St. Paul Outside the Walls, the final resting place of St Paul
  • Opening Mass at St. Paul Outside the Walls
  • Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Dinner

June 9, 2027
  • Attend the Papal Audience in Saint Peter’s Square (pending the Holy Father’s schedule)
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Entrance to the excavations at San Clemente, followed by Mass
  • Free time to see the Colosseum and dinner on your own
  • Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

June 10, 2027
  • Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica followed by tour
  • Free time for lunch in the Vatican area, with time after for shopping and exploration
  • Walking tour of Rome city highlights, including Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain
  • Pizza-making class for dinner
  • Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

June 11, 2027
  • Morning entrance and guided tour of the Vatican Museums, home of the Sistine Chapel
  • Lunch on your own
  • Visit the Basilicas of Saint John Lateran and Saint Mary Major, with Mass
  • Prayerfully climb the Scala Santa, the Holy Stairs brought from the Palace of Pontius Pilate by St Helena
  • Venerate the Passion Relics at the Basilica of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
  • Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

June 12, 2027
  • Visit the Catacombs of San Callisto, Rome’s largest catacomb
  • Bus to Nettuno
  • Lunch in Nettuno
  • Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Graces & St. Maria Goretti
  • Visit to Le Ferriere, the home of Maria Goretti and where she died
  • Transfer back to Rome
  • Dinner on your own
  • Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

June 13, 2027
  • Scavi Tour under St. Peter’s (pending availability)
  • Lunch on your own
  • Transfer to Assisi
  • Mass at the Basilica of St. Francis, home of the tomb of St. Francis and murals by Giotto
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Overnight in Assisi

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

June 14, 2027
  • All day tour of Assisi, including Mass at the Basilica of St. Clare and visits to San Damiano, St. Mary Major and the
    tomb of Bl. Carlo Acutis
  • Enjoy group lunch followed by free time for exploring and prayer
  • Overnight in Assisi

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

June 15, 2027
  • Transfer back to Rome
  • En-route visit to Orvieto with Mass at the Basilica (pending availability) and pray before the Eucharistic miracle of
    Bolsena
  • Farewell Dinner in local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: TBD

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

June 16, 2027
  • Depart Rome on your journey home

Meals included: Breakfast

Pricing

Package Cost
$3,264

Optional Add-ons

Group Flight (pricing confirmed approx. 10 months before departure)
Estimated at $1,200 - $1,600 / person
Single room supplement
$890 / person
Gratuities for guide, drivers, hotels, and meals
$TBD / person
Travel Protection
Quote provided after registration*

Pricing listed per person in double/triple/quad-occupancy rooms and does not include airfare.
The number of available single-occupancy rooms is limited.

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

Rates assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims.

Led by

Group Leaders
Mrs. Bonner and Mrs. Ocampo
Central Catholic Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry, lead by Mrs. Bonner and Mrs. Ocampo, is excited to be embarking on CC’s inaugural trip to Italy! Mrs. Bonner has been at CC since 2019, and has been Director of Campus Ministry since 2023. She taught Theology and worked part-time in Campus Ministry prior to becoming director. Mrs. Ocampo has been at CC since 2024, serving as Assistant Campus Minister and Community Liaison. Together, they serve the CC community through ministry and the service learning program. In Campus Ministry their goal is to walk alongside the students and staff on their journey of faith. What better way to do this than to embark on a pilgrimage to the Vatican and beyond? They look forward to guiding you on this once in a lifetime trip!
Chaplain
Fr. Summerlin
Central Catholic Chaplain
Fr. Summerlin has been Chaplain at CC since 2023. He is the first Chaplain at CC in many years. Fr. Summerlin provides CC with the Sacraments and offers Spiritual Direction, as well as teaching Theology classes in the afternoons. Fr. Summerlin is excited to join us on this pilgrimage and will plan to Celebrate Mass each day for those on the trip.

Flights

There will be a group flight available for this pilgrimage. Pricing and itinerary will be available approximately 10 months before departure. Pilgrims may also arrange their own airfare based on the designated arrival/departure times provided.

Available 10 months prior to departure

Airport transfers in Rome to and from the hotel are included for those on the group flight.

More Details

  • Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), hotel staff, and meals (optional add-on)
  • Round-trip airfare (it not selecting the group flight package)
  • Verso Pilgrimage Director (included if group is 30+ pilgrims)
  • 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

Payment Schedule

  • 180 days prior to departure – $1,000/person
  • 120 days prior to departure – Final balance

Please note: All pilgrims should pay the group leader/organization, who in turn will pay Verso. Payment plans can be arranged if needed. Please contact us if you would like to pay in several installments. Final package price is estimated. Pricing is based on currency exchange rates as of June 2025. Any drastic fluctuations in currency exchange rates may impact final pricing. If you have any questions about pricing and when final pricing decisions will be communicated, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time.

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations of individual pilgrims must be made in writing (email or letter) to Verso Ministries. Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here. Cancellation fees are for individual pilgrims. 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. We highly recommend the purchase of individual travel insurance.

  • After deposit & 91 days or more from departure: Deposit is retained
  • 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

Arriving early or staying late? Pre-stay and post-stay options

  • Need to book? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.

 

Want to arrive or depart outside of the designated times?

  • Please note: If you arrive/depart outside of the designated times, private transfers (fee applies) can be arranged on your behalf. Airport transfers outside of the designated arrival/departure times are not included in the package pricing.
  • Need to book a private transfer? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.

 

Want help arranging your flights?

  • Need assistance? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I travel with Verso Ministries?

At Verso, we believe in crafting pilgrimages that offer you a view of God’s world and his work in it that you can’t get anywhere else.    We believe that everything – from the holy sites, to the meals, to daily Mass, to your fellow pilgrims – shape the ways God can speak to you, which means we’re intentional about it all.  We believe a pilgrimage isn’t just the days you travel, but it’s how you prepare – from the moment you sign up, to the days and weeks after you arrive home. We shepherd you through the entire process so you can achieve the most transformative experience possible.  We’re not just travel experts; we’re experts in Catholic pilgrimage.
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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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Who would I be traveling with on pilgrimage?

If a pilgrimage is open to all, registration is open to any pilgrim wishing to participate. As such, our groups welcome a diverse range of pilgrims, from families and married couples to single travellers and retired adults, giving you the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.
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Why should I register now?

The sooner you register for the pilgrimage, the better! Pilgrimages can fill up quickly, especially if pilgrims decide to bulk register as a group, so registering as soon as you think you will be able to travel with us guarantees you a spot on open pilgrimages. If you register and find out you can no longer attend, as long as you registered more than 180 days prior to the departure and cancel within 14-days of registering, we will fully refund your deposit. Just send us a written confirmation of your cancellation and we will take care of the rest.
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Resources

Discover helpful guides and tips to prepare for your pilgrimage and enrich your journey with Verso Ministries.

A picture of the cieling of St. Peter's Basilica.

Finding the Saints in Rome

The Blessed Virgin Mary is the model pilgrim.

3 Reasons Why Our Lady Is the Model Pilgrim

In Via: Journey Through Rome’s Station Churches

What Our Pilgrims Have to Say

Father Kuhn

Jocelyn

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