Join Verso Ministries and the Archdiocese of Detroit 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.
World Youth Day is a pilgrimage experience designed for those aged 16 to 35. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parish group leader or a parent/legal guardian (aged 21 or older). Please contact the Archdiocese of Detroit with any questions at youthministry@aod.org. Young adults not traveling with a specific parish group may also contact dcya@aod.org.
Accommodations: Simple centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Dinner
Accommodations: Simple centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
*For those participating in the 3-Day Pre-Extension, you may opt to either go
again to Chon Jin Am with the group or opt to stay the day in Seoul to explore,
using Verso’s WYD resources, and to participate in Youth Festival events.
Accommodations: Simple centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Simple centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Simple centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations: Sleeping under the stars at the Vigil site
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (*Meals at the vigil site)
Accommodations: Simple centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (*meals at Vigil site)
Enjoy a final Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant
Overnight in Seoul
Accommodations: Simple centrally-located hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Meals included: Breakfast
Simple Hotel Accommodations
Pricing listed per person in double, triple, or quad-occupancy rooms and does not include airfare. A group flight supplement will be available at an additional charge.
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 25 full-paying pilgrims.
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, for the core package dates of August 1-10, 2027. 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.
In order to secure your space, Verso Ministries requires a non-refundable deposit of $500 per person. All final balances are due by March 31, 2027. Here is your group’s payment plan:
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 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 will be charged per person, per booking, and apply to individual pilgrims.
If the group chooses to cancel its pilgrimage in its entirety on or before June 30, 2026, Verso Ministries retains the group deposit and will refund pilgrims any money paid. If the group chooses to cancel its pilgrimage in its entirety after June 30, 2026, then the group deposit is retained, and the following cancellation fee schedule will apply for all individual payments. Individual cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here.
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.
Extension includes:
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.
Discover helpful guides and tips to prepare for your pilgrimage and enrich your journey with Verso Ministries.
“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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