Join Verso Ministries and the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau for a life-changing week on pilgrimage. Experience the global Church firsthand amidst the unique and vibrant story of Catholicism in Korea. From remarkable saints, bustling markets, and moving shrines to Mass with the Pope and sleeping under the stars, join millions of Catholic young people in this worldwide encounter and celebration. You’ll never experience God, the Church, or your faith the same way again.
Accommodations: Standard centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Dinner
Accommodations: Standard centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodations: Standard centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Standard, centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Standard, centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Standard, centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Standard, centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Standard, centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (*Meals at Vigil site)
Accommodations: Standard, centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (*meals at Vigil site)
Meals included: Breakfast
Standard Accommodations
Pricing listed per person in double, triple, or quad-occupancy rooms and includes airfare.
The number of available single-occupancy rooms is limited.
Final pricing may adjust based on actual costs for WYD registration fees, airfare, and/or any significant changes in currency exchange rates. Please see the Payment Schedule dropdown in the “More Details” section below for additional information regarding pricing. Rates assume a minimum of 30 full-paying pilgrims.
*Travel protection premium is calculated based on a variety of factors and optional plans are provided by Travel Insured International.
Pilgrims will have the option of either joining a group flight or arranging their own airfare. See below for more information.
All pilgrims who opt in to the optional group flight will have their airfare arranged by Verso Ministries. More details about flight information and your exact itinerary will be available no later than Spring 2027.
Designated arrival and departure times for land-only pilgrims will be announced one year prior to the pilgrimage.
Payment Schedule
In order to secure your space, Verso Ministries requires a non-refundable deposit of $250 per person. All final balances are due by March 22, 2027. Here is your group’s payment plan:
Deposit due upon registration – $250/person
June 22, 2026 – 25% of package
September 22, 2026 – 25% of package
December 22, 2026 – 25% of package
March 22, 2027 – Final balance
*All payments will be made directly to the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau.
Checks may be dropped off or mailed to:
The Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau
Office of Youth Ministry
601 S. Jefferson Ave.
Springfield, MO 65806
Payments may also be paid using a debit or credit card through the Diocesan Online Payment Portal: https://dioscg.formstack.com/forms/paymentportal
Final package price is estimated. Pricing includes an estimated $1,800 per person for airfare and $250 for WYD registration fees. Prices are based on the current (as of summer 2025) exchange rate of $1.00 USD to ₩1,370.00 KRW. Any drastic fluctuations in currency exchange rates, airline taxes and fees (as applicable), or World Youth Day registration fees could affect the final pilgrimage pricing. Any changes in final pricing will be communicated before the final payment deadline.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations of individual pilgrims must be submitted to the Diocesan group leader, and the Diocesan group leader will inform Verso Ministries. Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here. Any refunds from individual cancellations will be sent to the organizing group, who is responsible for distributing any necessary funds to individual pilgrims. If an individual chooses to cancel their pilgrimage in its entirety at any point, the following cancellation fee schedule will apply for all payments made.
After deposit: Deposit is retained ($250 per person)
July 1, 2026 – September 22, 2026: 25% of trip cost is non-refundable
October 1, 2026 – December 22, 2026: 50% of trip cost is non-refundable
January 1, 2027 – March 22, 2027: 75% of trip cost is non-refundable
April 1, 2027 or after: 100% of trip cost is non-refundable
Any cancellation charges incurred from other suppliers or vendors (flight, lodging, ground transportation, tickets, World Youth Day registration, 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 180 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise noted. We highly recommend the purchase of individual travel insurance. Our trusted partner is Travel Insured International.
Groups of 40 or more will have a dedicated Verso Ministries Pilgrimage Director and local Korean guide. Groups smaller than 40 will share their Pilgrimage Director and local guide with other groups.
If you have any questions about pilgrimage details, please do not hesitate to contact us at wyd@versoministries.com.
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“Verso provided a safe, quality travel experience, but even more important – a transformative pilgrimage. You are making a solid choice when traveling with Verso and will not regret the decision.”
“It was the experience of a lifetime. This pilgrimage gave us a true glimpse of what it would be like to walk with Jesus in the Holy Land. Celebrating Mass, traveling with superb guides, and reflecting on Biblical passages enriched our love of the Holy Land and deepened our faith.”
“Who doesn’t love a trip that’s already perfectly planned for you? You don’t have to do much except come and experience the trip. I’m really grateful for Verso because they know what they’re doing.”
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