St. Pius X Italy – November 2027

Pilgrimage to Italy

Trip Date:

Nov 8, 2027

- Nov 16, 2027

Group Type

Private

Activity Level

Moderate

Price

From $3,999

Deposit $500

Hosted by

St. Pius X Catholic Church

or call us at (574) 383-9396

Trip Overview

Join St. Pius X Catholic Church 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 visit to the site of the Eucharistic miracle 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.

What’s Included?

Local English-speaking tour escort for the duration of the pilgrimage
Local, licensed guides on Days 4 and 7
Transportation on private motorcoach on specific days
Airport/hotel transfers (if arriving/departing with the group flight)
Accommodations in double-occupancy rooms (single rooms available on a limited basis)
Meals as indicated on itinerary
Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), hotel staff, and meals
Opportunity for daily Mass
Tickets for included activities
Audio headset for each pilgrim
Verso pilgrimage booklets and pilgrim kits
Preparation and follow-up materials
Pack & Prep Meeting for all pilgrims to review itinerary, activities, logistical arrangements, and spiritual preparations

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S.

November 8, 2027

Depart the U.S. on your overnight flight to Rome

Day 2: Arrive in Rome (D)

November 9, 2027

Arrive in Rome and transfer from the airport to the hotel to check-in
Opening Mass at St. John Lateran, the oldest basilica in the West and cathedral of the Diocese of Rome, and the Lateran Baptistery
Possible Papal Mass, depending on the Holy Father’s schedule
Pizza-making experience at a local restaurant for a Welcome Dinner
Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: Santa Maria alle Fornaci or similar
Meals included: Dinner

Day 3: Papal Audience, Ancient Rome (B)

November 10, 2027

Breakfast at the hotel
Attend the Papal Audience (pending the Holy Father’s schedule)
Time for lunch on your own
Entrance to the Colosseum and Roman Forum, a site of martyrdom for the early Church. The Church views these places as Holy Sites, consecrated by the blood of the martyrs
At 4:30pm, visit Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, built on the site of the family home of St. Cecilia where she was martyred and is now buried
Enjoy a tour of the excavations beneath the Basilica
Dinner on your own
Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: Santa Maria alle Fornaci or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4: The Vatican (B)

November 11, 2027

Enjoy a morning at the Vatican with a private Mass and tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, in which you’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta and have time to pray at the tomb of St Pius X
Free time to get lunch on your own and explore
- Optional tour of the City Center during this time
Late entrance to the Vatican Museums and an opportunity to see such highlights as the Sistine Chapel, the Raphael Rooms, and the Gallery of Maps
Dinner on your own
Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: Santa Maria alle Fornaci or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5: Roman Basilicas (B)

November 12, 2027

Transfer to the Holy Stairs, with time to pray on the steps that Christ climbed on his way to his trial in the palace of Pontius Pilate, brought to Rome from Jerusalem by St. Helena
Venerate the Passion relics at the Basilica of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, including a piece of the True Cross, one of the Holy Nails, and a portion of the Crown of Thorns
Time for lunch on your own
Sing a public Mass at the Basilica of St. Mary Major, the oldest Marian shrine in the West, containing a relic of the Bethlehem manger
Overnight in Rome

Accommodations: Santa Maria alle Fornaci or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6: Outside the Walls, Transfer to Assisi (B, D)

November 13, 2027

Morning Mass at St. Paul Outside the Walls, the final resting place of St. Paul
Continue on to the medieval town and World Heritage Site of Assisi
Stop at Santa Maria degli Angeli, with the Porziuncola where St. Francis founded the Franciscan order
Dinner at local restaurant
Overnight in Assisi

Accommodations: Cittadella Ospitalita or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7: Assisi (B)

November 14, 2027

Sing a public Mass in the Lower Basilica of the Basilica of St. Francis
Guided tour of Assisi, including the Basilica of St. Francis, the Basilica of St. Clare, which holds the San Damiano Crucifix and the tomb of St. Clare, and Santa Maria Maggiore, where St. Carlo Acutis is buried
Free time to explore Assisi
Overnight in Assisi

Accommodations: Cittadella Ospitalita or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8: Orvieto (B, D)

November 15, 2027

Transfer back to Rome, stopping en route in Orvieto
Tour of Orvieto’s Old Town, including the Cathedral which contains the shrine of the Eucharistic Miracle of Orvieto. This Eucharistic Miracle resulted in the institution of the Feast of Corpus Christi and the creation of the hymn Tantum Ergo, written by St. Thomas Aquinas
Celebrate Mass, and free time for lunch
Return to Rome with a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant
Overnight in Rome near the airport

Accommodations: Cittadella Ospitalita or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 9: Depart Rome (B)

November 16, 2027

Transfer to the airport and depart for the U.S.

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodations

Simple Accommodations

Rome: Santa Maria alle Fornaci or similar
Assisi: Cittadella Ospitalita or similar

Please Note: Pilgrims should reference their Pack & Prep Handout, distributed approximately one month prior to departure, for finalized accommodation details.

Santa Maria alle Fornaci

Rome

Cittadella Ospitalita

Assisi

Pricing

Package Cost

$3,999

Optional Add-ons

Single Room Supplement (limited availability)

$990 / person

Group Flight

Quotes available 10 months prior to departure

Travel Protection

Quote provided after registration

Pricing listed per person in double-occupancy rooms and does not include airfare.

The number of available single-occupancy rooms is limited.

Rates assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims.

If pilgrims traveling by themselves are unable to be matched with a roommate, the single room supplement may apply. See Additional Information section below for details.

*Travel protection is calculated based on a variety of factors and optional plans are provided by Travel Insured International.

Led by

Group Leader

Jeremy Hoy

Granger, IN

Jeremy Hoy has served as the Director of Liturgy and Music at Saint Pius X for the past 22 years. With a deep passion for sacred music, liturgy, and the formation of young musicians, he has dedicated his ministry to helping others encounter Christ through the beauty of worship and music. In 2023, Jeremy had the privilege of leading a group of students to Rome for the International Congress of Pueri Cantores, an experience that brought together young singers from around the world in prayer, fellowship, and music. During the congress, he also served as organist at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls. Jeremy is looking forward to returning to Rome in 2027 with another group, continuing his commitment to sharing the richness of the Catholic musical and liturgical tradition with all his musicians and the parishioners of Saint Pius X.

Chaplain

Fr. Andy Barnes

Granger, IN

Father Andy Barnes is the oldest of three boys. He grew up in South Bend as a cradle Catholic, attending Holy Cross grade school and St. Joseph High School before going to Marian University in Indianapolis. In his junior year of college he entered Bishop Simon Brute College Seminary in Indianapolis, and after two years there attended Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg, MD for four years. He was ordained a priest in June of 2025 and has since been assigned as the parochial vicar of Saint Pius X and chaplain at Marian High School. In his free time enjoys playing pickup basketball, spending time with family, and following the Chicago Cubs.

Flights

There is an optional group flight available for this pilgrimage. Details will be available 10 months before prior to departure. Pilgrims may also arrange their own airfare based on the designated arrival/departure times provided.

Please note: All group flight tickets are roundtrip airfare. Pilgrims must fly on both the outbound and return flights with the group. If a pilgrim does not fly on the outbound flight, the airline will cancel their reservation on all flights without refund.

More Details

What's Not Included

Roundtrip group flight (optional add on if group is 10+ pilgrims)
Verso Pilgrimage Director (included if group is 30+ pilgrims)
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 and Cancellation Policy

Payment Schedule

Deposit due upon registration – $500/person
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. 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.

Within 2 weeks of deposit: Free cancellation*
14 days 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.

Additional Information

Important Information for Pilgrims Seeking to be Matched With A Roommate

Pilgrims who register by themselves can indicate in their Pilgrim Portal that they would like to be matched with a roommate. Verso Ministries will make every effort to accommodate that request, however, cannot guarantee that this will be possible.
If, by 90 days prior to departure, Verso has not been able to match a solo pilgrim with a roommate, the single room supplement will be applied to the pilgrim’s invoice and due for payment.
If Verso is able to match a pilgrim with a roommate after they have paid the single room supplement, the pilgrim will be refunded the extra charge.

Arriving early or staying late? Pre-stay and post-stay options

Need to book? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.

Want to arrive or depart outside of the designated times?

Please note: If you arrive/depart outside of the designated times, private transfers (fee applies) can be arranged on your behalf. Airport transfers outside of the designated arrival/departure times are not included in the package pricing.
Need to book a private transfer? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.

Want help arranging your flights?

Need assistance? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is my Pilgrim Portal?

Your Pilgrim Portal is how you will securely share the information we need for your trip. We collect all this information through your “tasks” in your Pilgrim Portal. After booking, you will receive access to your portal and can log in at the link at the top of this page.

What is the latest I can register?

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!

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.

Resources

Discover helpful guides and tips to prepare for your pilgrimage and enrich your journey with Verso Ministries.

Finding the Saints in Rome

3 Reasons Why Our Lady Is the Model Pilgrim

What are the 4 Major Basilicas?

What Our Pilgrims Have to Say

Father Kuhn

Jocelyn

“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.”

Rev. Jonathan Meyer

Pastor, All Saints Parish

“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.”

Deacon John & Ada H.

Pilgrims, Holy Land

“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.”

McKenzy S.

Pilgrim, World Youth Day

Pilgrimage to Italy

Trip Overview

What’s Included?

Itinerary

Accommodations