Joan Watson Mexico City – November 2025

Pilgrimage to Mexico

Trip Date:
Nov 5, 2025
- Nov 10, 2025
Group Type
Open
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
From $2,576
Deposit $500
Hosted by
Joan Watson

Trip Overview

Join Joan Watson and Verso Ministries on pilgrimage to Mexico City and immerse yourself in the story Our Lady of Gualdalupe and the rich spiritual heritage of Mexico. Around every corner, discover a beautiful tapestry of history, culture, and spirituality. Explore the Zócalo, encounter the lives of saints and martyrs, float through the gardens of Xochilmoco, climb the pyramids of Teotihuacán, and spend time in prayer and reflection at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. From the ruins of the Aztecs to the taquerias of today, this journey of faith and culture will inspire you to embrace Our Lady’s invitation to relationship with Christ and community with those around us.

What’s Included?

  • Verso pilgrimage director (Joan Watson)
  • Licensed, local tour guides
  • Verso pilgrimage booklets & pilgrim kits
  • Airport/hotel transfers
  • Daily Mass
  • Private transportation on motor coach
  • All tickets and donations for included activities listed on itinerary
  • Standard accommodations in double-occupancy rooms
  • Breakfast daily at hotel, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
  • Preparation & follow-up materials
  • Audio headsets (if 20 pilgrims or more)
  • Gratuities for guide(s), driver(s), hotel staff, and meals

Itinerary

November 5, 2025
  • Arrive at Mexico City International Airport and transfer to hotel
  • Welcome Mass at the Church of the Holy Family, where the remains of martyred Miguel Pro are found
  • Welcome Dinner in a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Mexico City

Accommodations: Hotel Casa Blanca

Meals Included: Dinner

November 6, 2025
  • Morning Mass at the Convent of St. Francis
  • Embark on a walking tour of the Zócalo and central Mexico City, with views of the ruins of Templo Mayor and National Palace, and visits to the Church of St. Philip Neri and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Mexico City
  • While on the tour, stop for a group lunch
  • In the evening, visit the floating Gardens of Mexico, Xochimilco, where you will climb aboard a decorated gondola and float through the flower-laden canals while enjoying dinner
  • Overnight in Mexico City

Accommodations: Hotel Casa Blanca

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

November 7, 2025
  • Depart to the Plaza of the 3 Cultures – Tlatelolco – to see the Church of St. James where St. Juan Diego presented the “tilma” of Our Lady to the Bishop as proof of her apparitions
  • Mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, followed by an orientation tour
  • Group lunch at a restaurant near the Shrine
  • Free afternoon at the Shrine for exploration and prayer. View the Tilma, pray the stations of the cross, climb Tepeyac hill, and contemplate the story of Our Lady and St. Juan Diego in the two majestic Basilicas.
  • Dinner on your own and free evening
  • Overnight in Mexico City

Accommodations: Hotel Casa Blanca

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

November 8, 2025
  • Visit the Pyramids of Teotihuacan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see the pyramids and discover more about the native history and culture of Mexico
  • Lunch in a local restaurant
  • Mass at the Church of the 5th Apparition in Santa Maria Tulpetlac, where Our Lady appeared to St. Juan Bernardino, Juan Diego’s uncle
  • Return to Mexico City for a free evening and dinner on your own
  • Overnight in Mexico City

Accommodations: Hotel Casa Blanca

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

November 9, 2025
  • Free morning and early afternoon to explore Mexico City. Visit the Frida Kahlo Museum, the Museum of Anthropology, or one of the city’s other world-class museums, discover authentic artisan markets, stroll through charming parks and neighborhoods, indulge in the fantastic culinary scene, and so much more.
  • Gather at the hotel in the mid-afternoon to return to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe for a closing Mass and final opportunity to pray at the Shrine.
  • Farewell dinner in a local restaurant walking distance from the hotel
  • Overnight in Mexico City

Accommodations: Hotel Casa Blanca

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

November 10, 2025
  • Transfer to the airport and depart Mexico City

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodations

Standard Accommodations

Pricing

Package Cost
$2,576

Optional Add-ons

Single Room Supplement (limited availability)
$414/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.

Want to be matched with a roommate? After registering as a single, you will be able to indicate on your Pilgrim Portal that you wish to be matched. Our Pilgrim Support team will facilitate that process, and as soon as we are able to match you, we will switch you to the double occupancy package. The deposit is the same either way!

*Travel protection price 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 Leader
Joan Watson
South Bend, IN
Joan fell in love with the Church while studying in Rome and has been committed to sharing those graces ever since. Witnessing the funeral of Pope St. John Paul and the election of Pope Benedict instilled in Joan the passion to evangelize, especially through pilgrimage. With degrees in history and theology from Christendom College and Franciscan University of Steubenville, Joan has worked for the Church and various religious apostolates for seventeen years. She is also a Catholic speaker, writer, and podcaster and loves introducing people to the things she loves. She and her husband live in South Bend, Indiana.

Flights

Pilgrims are responsible for booking their own flights to/from the pilgrimage using the information below regarding airports and designated arrival/departure times.

  • Arrive by: November 5, 2025
  • Arrival time: Arrive by 12:00 PM
  • Arrival airport: Benito Juarez Mexico City International Airport (MEX)
  • Arrival transfer: Pilgrims will be transferred to the hotel from the airport.
  • Depart on: November 10, 2025
  • Departure time: Depart at or after 8:00 a.m.
  • Departure airport: Benito Juarez Mexico City International Airport (MEX)
  • Departure transfer: Pilgrims will be transferred to the airport based on flight departure times.

More Details

  • Roundtrip airfare
  • 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

  • Deposit due upon registration – $500/person
  • Final balance due 120 days prior to departure – Final balance

Please note: Payment plans can be arranged if needed. Please contact us if you would like to pay in several installments.

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations 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 are for individual pilgrims and fees will be charged per person per booking.

Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here.

  • Within 2 weeks of deposit: Free Cancellation*
  • 91 days or more from departure: Deposit is retained ($500)
  • 90-61 days prior to departure: 25% of total trip cost is non-refundable
  • 60-31 days prior to departure: 50% of total trip cost is non-refundable
  • 30 days or less prior to departure: 100% of total trip cost is non-refundable

*Free cancellation (if deposit is made more than 180 days prior to departure)

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.

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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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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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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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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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Resources

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An image of Our Lady of Guadalupe in the Basilica of Guadalupe, Mexico City.

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Our Lady of Guadalupe

5 Ways to Become a Lifelong Learner in the Faith

Discerning Which Pilgrimage Destination Is Right for You

What Our Pilgrims Have to Say

Father Kuhn

Jocelyn

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