Jubilee Pilgrimage

A Journey to Italy with the Family of the Most Holy Eucharist

October 7-16, 2025
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About

Join Verso Ministries and the Family of the Most Holy Eucharist on pilgrimage to Italy and be transformed by the beauty and universality of the Catholic Church during this historic Jubilee Year. This handcrafted journey invites you into a prayerful, authentic, and joyful encounter with the centuries-old practice of Jubilee pilgrimages, including the opportunity to walk through a Holy Door. From Rome to Assisi to Siena, encounter inspiring saints, enjoy the best of Italian cuisine and culture, and embrace the Holy Father’s call to be Pilgrims of Hope.

Trip Details

Group Type

Hosted by the Family of the Most Holy Eucharist

Activity Level

Moderate

Length

10 days, 9 nights

Accommodations

Standard

Cost

As low as

$5470

Deposit:

$1000

What's Included

Roundtrip airfare
Licensed, local tour guides
Airport/hotel transfers
Transportation on private motorcoach
Breakfast daily at hotel, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, including wine at dinners
Accommodations in standard occupancy rooms
Verso Jubilee formation resources
Opportunity for daily Mass
All tickets for included activities listed on itinerary
Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), and meals
Audio headsets

Itinerary

October 7
Depart U.S.
  • Depart U.S. on group flight from Cincinnati, OH
October 8
Arrive in Rome, Transfer to Assisis
  • Arrive in at Rome Fiumicino Airport on group flight
  • Transfer to Assisi
  • Visit and Mass at St. Mary of the Angels and the Portiuncula
  • Transfer and check into hotel in upper Assisi
  • Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Assisi
  • Accommodations: Domus Laetitiae or similar
  • Meals included: Dinner
October 9
Assisi
  • Mass at the Basilica of St. Francis
  • Guided tour of the Old City of Assisi, including the Basilica of St. Francis and Basilica of St. Clare
  • Group lunch in a local restaurant
  • Free afternoon in Assisi to explore the peaceful medieval town and visit Santa Maria Maggiore and the tomb of Bl.
  • Carlo Acutis, the Cathedral of San Rufino, Chiesa Nuova, or the fortress of Rocca Maggiore
  • Dinner on your own
  • Overnight in Assisi
  • Accommodations: Domus Laetitiae
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
October 10
Assisi, Siena
  • Morning visit to San Damiano Monastery
  • Transfer to Siena
  • Visit and Mass at San Domenico, the spiritual home of St. Catherine while she lived in Siena, which now has many of her relics
  • Visit to the home of St. Catherine of Siena
  • Group lunch at local restaurant
  • Walking tour of main sites in Siena, including Piazza del Campo and the Duomo
  • Dinner of your own
  • Overnight in Siena
  • Accommodations: Hotel Minerva or similar
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
October 11
Siena, Rome
  • Mass at the Basilica of San Francesco in Siena with veneration of the Eucharistic Miracle
  • Transfer to Rome, lunch on your own
  • Visit to St. Paul Outside the Walls, with the tomb of St. Paul the Apostle
  • Check into hotel
  • Dinner at local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Accommodations: Monti Palace or similar
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
October 12
St. Mary Major, Santa Croce, Scala Santa, St. John Lateran
  • Mass and Visit to the Basilica of St. Mary Major, which holds a relic of the manger
  • Visit to the Basilica of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme to see and pray with the relics from Christ’s Passion
  • Pray on the Holy Stairs that Christ climbed on his way to his trial, brought to Rome from Jerusalem by St. Helena
  • Visit to the Papal Basilica of St. John Lateran, the Cathedral of the Diocese of Rome, and where a relic of the table of the Last Supper is held
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Free afternoon for exploring Rome or shopping
  • Dinner on your own
  • Accommodations: Monti Palace or similar
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
October 13
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City
  • Mass in the Crypt at St. Peter’s Basilica, followed by a tour of the Basilica and time for personal prayer
  • Free time for lunch, shopping, and exploring the surrounding neighborhood
  • Entrance to the Vatican Museums
  • Dinner on your own
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Accommodations: Monti Palace or similar
  • Meals included: Breakfast
October 14
Rome
  • Mass at Santo Spirito, the shrine of Divine Mercy in Rome
  • Visit to the Scavi, the excavations under St. Peter’s Basilica and the tomb of St. Peter (pending)
  • Free time for lunch and to explore the city or visit the sites of ancient Rome
  • Dinner on your own
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Accommodations: Monti Palace or similar
  • Meals included: Breakfast
October 15
Papal Audience, City Center
  • Papal Audience with the Holy Father (pending the Holy Father’s schedule)
  • Lunch on your own and free time
  • Afternoon walking tour to visit churches and sites, such as the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, San Luigi de Francesi,
  • Santa Maria Sopra Minerva with the tomb of St. Catherine of Siena, ending with Mass at the Sant’Ignazio, with the tomb of St. Aloysius Gonzaga
  • Farewell dinner in a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Rome
  • Accommodations: Monti Palace or similar
  • Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
October 16
Departure
  • Depart Rome on group flight
  • Meals included: Breakfast
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Led by

Group LeaderChaplain
Erin Dwyer
Cincinnati, Ohio

Erin is the Director of Stewardship & Evangelization for the Family of the Most Holy Eucharist parishes.  She has traveled abroad to a number of places including Rome, Greece, Turkey, and Egypt.

Fr. Matthew Robben
Cincinnati, Ohio

Fr. Robben is the pastor of the 5 parishes of the Family of the Most Holy Eucharist.  Fr. Matt planned a pilgrimage to Rome in 2020, which was unfortunately cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  He is looking forward to this very special, Jubilee pilgrimage!

Pricing

As low as

$5470

Package Cost

$5470

Optional Add-ons

Single room supplement
$790/person
Travel protection
Quote available upon registration*

Pricing listed per person in double-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

*Round trip airfare will be included in the base cost once the price is known.

Rates assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims.

  • Verso Pilgrimage Director (Groups of 40+ pilgrims get dedicated director)
  • Passport, visa, or luggage fees
  • Any personal purchases
  • Any meals not indicated on itinerary, as well as beverages at meals (other than wine at dinners)
  • Any required COVID tests or vaccinations
  • Recommended travel protection with Cancel for Any Reason coverage
  • Anything else not explicitly mentioned as included

Designated arrival and departure times

  • Arrival information
    • Arrive by: October 8, 2025
    • Arrival time: Arrive by 12:00 p.m.
    • Arrival airport: Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO)
    • Arrival transfer: Pilgrims will be transferred to the hotel in one group.
  • Departure information
    • Depart on: October 16, 2025
    • Departure time: Depart at or any time after 11 a.m.
    • Departure airport: Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO)
    • Departure transfer: Pilgrims will be transferred to the airport in one group.

Want help arranging your flights?

Learn more information about the Jubilee Year and why Jubilee pilgrimage is important in the life of the Church.

Standard Accommodations

  • Assisi: Domus Laetitiae or similar
  • Siena: Hotel Minerva or similar
  • Rome: Monti Palace or similar

As part of the Explorer Package, Verso Ministries only collects payments from the group leader/organization. All pilgrims
should pay the group leader/organization, who in turn will pay Verso.

Payment Schedule

  • Deposit due upon registration – $100/person
  • February 1, 2025 – $1,000/person
  • April 1, 2025 – $1,000/person
  • June 1, 2025 – Final balance

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 October 2024. 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.

  • Within 2 weeks of deposit: Free cancellation*
  • 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

*To qualify for free cancellation within 2 weeks of deposit, deposit must be made 180 days or more prior to departure.

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FAQ

Click here to learn more about the Jubilee Year and why Jubilee pilgrimages are important in the life of the Church. Additionally, check out our Pilgrim Support Center for answers to more frequently asked questions!

The sooner you register for the pilgrimage, the better! Not only does registering early guarantee you a spot on the pilgrimage before the departure fills up, but you don’t want to miss out on available discounts, including the early bird savings (see “Trip Savings” in the Pricing section above more details). Also, there is no risk for 14-days after you register should you then have to cancel (must register 180 days or more prior to departure). So let’s say you register for a pilgrimage, but then realize you can no longer attend, as long as you cancel your pilgrimage within 14-days of registering and registered more than 180s days prior to the departure, then we will fully refund your deposit no questions asked. Just send us a written confirmation of your cancellation and we will take care of the rest. Plus, the sooner you register the sooner your journey begins. Register today!

There is no risk! Your deposit will be fully refunded as long as you cancel within 14-days of registering and you have registered more than 180 days or more prior to departure. With no risk, why wait? Get registered today!

Registration closes when the pilgrimage reaches the maximum number of pilgrims. If the pilgrimage is filled when you register, you will be added to our waiting list, and contacted in the event that space on the pilgrimage becomes available. Don’t miss your chance, register now and begin your journey.

We highly recommend that all pilgrims buy travel protection. Travel protection is not only for peace of mind, but 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. If you have any questions regarding your quotation, please call the issuing company. If you need an updated or new quotation, please contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at 574-383-9396. We are happy to help!

Including optional add-ons with your pilgrimage can really add to your experience whether it is one of the optional extension or arranging an extra night stay beforehand so you are rested when the pilgrimage begins. If you would to add on any optional arrangements, as listed above, please email us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at 574-383-9396.

A pilgrimage, at its simplest, is a trip of faith. Which means a pilgrimage can be anything from a walk around your city to an encounter of Jesus in the Holy Land. For Catholics, it’s a trip of faith that people have been taking for hundreds or even thousands of years, many times in the same exact places you can visit today. It’s an opportunity to experience the spots God has made his presence known most in time and space, whether that’s where Jesus walked, where Mary appeared, or where the saints have lived and worked.

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 everything from the holy sites, to the meals, to daily Mass, to your fellow pilgrims are ways God can speak to you, which means we’re intentional about it all. We also believe a pilgrimage isn’t just the days you travel, it’s how you prepare from the moment you sign up, to the days and weeks after you arrive home. Which means it’s our intention to shepherd you through the entire process — before, during, and after — so you can have the best, most transformative experience possible. We’re not just travel experts, we’re experts in Catholic pilgrimage.

We know from experience that preparing for a journey is just as important as the journey itself. Our goal is to make sure you’re physically, logistically, and spiritually ready for your pilgrimage. You’ll receive essential emails that will walk you through the process and give you ways to prepare your mind and heart for what you’ll encounter. A pre-trip webinar will make sure you are in touch with the Verso leader of the trip, can get trip-specific info, and can ask questions. We’ll send you a pilgrim kit that contains a comprehensive booklet for your trip along with some Verso swag (such as a bag, pen, and sticker) that you can bring along with you on your pilgrimage. And of course, we’re always available by phone or email if you have any questions or special needs.

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Activity Level

Easy
This trip’s activity level is easy. It’s recommended that travelers be in good health to enjoy this itinerary and be able to walk and climb stairs on their own. Trips at this activity level may include half or full-day itineraries with 1-3 hours of leisurely walking per day on smooth or slightly inclined terrain. The pace is more relaxed, with opportunities to rest throughout the day.

Moderate
This trip’s activity level is moderate. Travelers must be in good health and be in good physical condition to enjoy this itinerary. Travelers must be able to walk and climb stairs on their own. Trips at this activity level may include full-day itineraries of 3-5 hours of walking at a normal to brisk pace per day on varied terrain including uneven surfaces, stairs, and hills. The pace is faster and more demanding, with some breaks throughout the day.

Difficult
This trip’s activity level is difficult. Travelers must be in good health and physically fit to enjoy this itinerary. Trips at this activity level may include full-day itineraries with up to 5-7 hours of walking at normal to brisk pace per day on varied terrain including uneven surfaces, stairs, and steep hills. The pace is vigorous and demanding, with little down time each day.

Accommodation Level

Simple
For the duration of your trip, enjoy a range of lodging accommodations — from quaint guesthouses to simple-styled hotels. Discover a newfound appreciation for each of these locations which often have a unique character of their own. With your private bathroom and sleeping quarters, these locations will provide you with a clean, comfortable, and cozy place to settle into during your journey.

Standard
Venues at this level will provide you with the best accommodations at a reasonable cost. Not only will you have access to modern amenities and services, but special care is taken to ensure hotels are located in close proximity to the area’s local attractions. Expect your stay at this level to provide you with an added feeling of comfortability and convenience as you experience your pilgrimage.

Premium
Your stay at the premium level will ensure that your travel involves the opportunity to experience some of the most unique and luxurious stays that a destination has to offer. You’ll find that traveling at this level will afford you the opportunity to optimize your experience at each spot. From fine dining to scenic views, anticipate that your pilgrimage will provide you with breathtaking experiences no other location could provide.

How will I know what my stay will be like?
Each of our pilgrimage locations come with their own unique accommodations. From simple to luxurious, you can know that the care and satisfaction of each pilgrim is our greatest priority. While specific amenities will vary, we are sure that each of these handpicked locations will leave you rested, rejuvenated, and ready for each day.

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