Join the Catholic Student Center at the University of Southern Florida and Verso Ministries on a pilgrimage to Italy and be transformed by the beauty and universality of the Catholic Church. From Rome, where the ancient streets overflow with history, to the peaceful countryside village of Assisi, and a special visit to the past residence of Saint St. Thomas Aquinas in Orvieto, walk in the footsteps of fantastic saints and encounter firsthand the ever-unfolding story of the Church. Through immersion in all the sights 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.
Accommodations: Hotel Emmaus or similar
Meals included: Dinner
Accommodations: Hotel Emmaus or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Emmaus or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Emmaus or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Posta Panoramic or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Posta Panoramic or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel BB Fiera 2 or similar
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Meals included: Breakfast
Standard Accommodations
Pricing listed per person in double-occupancy rooms and includes 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.
Fr. Kyle Bell was raised in the United Methodist Church, and became a Catholic in 2007. He holds a Bachelors Degree in Religion from Florida State University, a Masters Degree in Theology and Catechetics from the Franciscan University of Steubenville, a Bachelor of Philosophy from St. John Vianney College Seminary, and a Master of Divinity from St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary. He was ordained a priest for the Diocese of St. Petersburg on May 19, 2018. He has been the Director of the Catholic Student Center at USF since July 1, 2021.
Pilgrims are responsible for booking their own flights to/from the pilgrimage using the information below regarding airports and designated arrival/departure times.
Payment Schedule
Please note: 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 September 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. Individual pilgrims should cancel with their group leaders, who are then responsible for notifying Verso Ministries in writing (email or letter). 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.
*To qualify for free cancellation within 2 weeks of deposit, deposit must be made 180 days or more prior to departure.
Need assistance? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.
“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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