Trip Overview

Trusted Fraternal Life and our family of brands—Catholic Financial Life, Degree of Honor, Woman’s Life and Catholic United Financial—warmly invite you to join us on a pilgrimage of a lifetime to Spain and France. In partnership with Verso Ministries, we’ll walk in the footsteps of saints and visit revered holy sites in Zaragoza, Loyola, and Lourdes. This sacred journey is more than just travel—it’s an opportunity to join with fellow community members for spiritual renewal, deep connection and meaningful reflection. As part of our commitment to making this experience accessible, a travel stipend will be available to qualifying members.

What’s Included?

  • Local, licensed tour guide(s)
  • Transportation on private motorcoach
  • Accommodations in double-occupancy rooms, including taxes (single rooms available on a limited basis)
  • Meals as indicated on itinerary
  • Opportunity for daily Mass
  • Airport/hotel transfers (if arriving/departing on group flight)
  • Tickets for included activities
  • Audio headset for each pilgrim
  • Verso pilgrimage booklets and pilgrim kits
  • Verso Pilgrimage Director (included if group is 30+ pilgrims)

Itinerary

April 19, 2027
  • Depart the U.S. on your overnight flight to Spain
April 20, 2027
  • Arrive at the Barcelona airport
  • Gather as a group and meet your local tour escort
  • Transfer to the hotel to check-in and freshen up
  • Opening Mass at a local church
  • Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Barcelona

Accommodations: Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza or similar
Meals included: Dinner

April 21, 2027
  • Enjoy a city center tour exploring the churches and sites of Barcelona followed by a walking tour to include Passeig de Gracia, passing some of Gaudi’s architectural marvels, Plaza Catalunya, La Rambla, and Barrio Gotico
  • Lunch on your own
  • Visit and Mass at the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia
  • Free evening with dinner on your own
  • Overnight in Barcelona

Accommodations: Hotel Catalonia Barcelona Plaza or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

April 22, 2027
  • Drive to Montserrat, located in the Catalan mountains and home to the Black Madonna
  • Celebrate Mass, with time to pray before the Black Madonna
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Overnight in Montserrat

Accommodations: Hotel Abat Cisneros or similar (3* hotel)
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

April 23, 2027
  • Drive to Zaragoza, stopping en route in Manresa, where St. Ignatius spent a year’s retreat
  • Visit the Chapel of Rapture and see the cave where St. Ignatius lived, prayed, and wrote his Spiritual Exercises
  • Celebrate Mass, followed by time for lunch before continuing on to Zaragoza
  • Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Zaragoza

Accommodations: Hotel Palafox or similar
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

April 24, 2027
  • Enjoy a day in Zaragoza, a cultural center of significant importance to the Roman, Moorish, and Christian heritage of Spain
  • Tour of the city’s historic center, concluding at the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, where Mary appeared to St. James in 40AD, with Mass
  • Visit the Cathedral of the Savior, Zaragoza’s second cathedral famous for its mudejar architecture
  • Free for the rest of the day to explore Zaragoza
  • Overnight in Zaragoza

Accommodations: Hotel Palafox or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

April 25, 2027
  • Drive to Pamplona, stopping en route to visit the Castle of Xavier, the birthplace of St. Francis Xavier, visiting the chapel where his relics are venerated
  • Arrive in Pamplona and explore the city, with its Cathedral, Plaza del Castillo, and the streets in the Old Town famous as the site for the Running of the Bulls
  • Celebrate Mass at the Church of St. Ignatius
  • Free for the rest of the evening
  • Overnight in Pamplona

Accommodations: Hotel Tres Reyes Pamplona or similar
Meals included: Breakfast

April 26, 2027
  • Drive to Loyola, the birthplace of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus
  • Explore the Santuario de Loyola built on the site of St. Ignatius’ family home, and includes a Basilica, the Chapel of Conversion (where St. Ignatius began his conversion), and the Ignatius Museum (which holds various relics from his life)
  • Mass at the Chapel of Conversion (pending availability)
  • Dinner at the hotel or local restaurant
  • Overnight in Loyola

Accommodations: Loyola Retreat House or similar (religious guest house)
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

April 27, 2027
  • Morning departure for Lourdes, with lunch en route
  • Celebrate Mass at the Sanctuary of Lourdes
  • Perform the water gesture, where you drink and wash with water as Mary instructed St. Bernadette to do
  • Take a walking tour of the Sanctuary, where you will see the Basilicas and follow in the footsteps of Bernadette, with visits to Boly Mill (where St. Bernadette was born) and the Cachot (a former prison where her family lived for a time)
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Participate in the nightly Rosary and torchlit procession
  • Overnight in Lourdes

Accommodations: Hotel La Solitude or similar
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

April 28, 2027
  • Morning in Lourdes for any final devotions
  • Transfer to Toulouse
  • Visit the Convent of the Jacobins to pray at the tomb of St. Thomas Aquinas and celebrate Mass
  • Time to walk around Toulouse, including Capitol Square (pending travel times)
  • Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Toulouse near the airport

Accommodations: Radisson Blu Toulouse Airport or similar
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

April 29, 2027
  • Transfer to the Toulouse airport and depart on your journey home

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodations

Simple/Standard/Premium Accommodations

Pricing

Package Cost
$4,495

Optional Add-ons

Single room supplement (limited availability)
$1,309 / person
Optional Group Flight(s)
Pricing available 9 months before departure
Prepaid Gratuities
TBD
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 40 full-paying pilgrims. If the group is less than 40 pilgrims, the package price will increase by $100/person.

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.

Note: Policy-holding members of the Trusted Fraternal Life family of brands will receive a $500 subsidy towards their final balance. Policy-holding members should proceed with registering and paying the deposit. The subsidy will be added to their final invoice.

Led by

President and CEO, Trusted Fraternal Life
John Borgen
John Borgen
John brings a warm, relational spirit to his leadership and to every pilgrimage he joins. Since coming to Trusted Fraternal Life in 2009, he has been guided by a deep commitment to servant leadership and a passion for helping families secure their financial futures. A graduate of Saint John’s University in Collegeville, Minnesota, John’s Benedictine formation continues to shape his belief in faith, hospitality and the power of shared journey. He looks forward to traveling alongside members as fellow pilgrims—united in reflection, connection and the traditions that bring our fraternal family together.
Director of Mission Engagement, Trusted Fraternal Life
Nate Lamusga Trusted Fraternal Life
Nate Lamusga

Flights

There will be an optional group flight available for this pilgrimage. Details will be made available approximately 9 months prior to departure.

Flight pricing is estimated to fall between $1,100 and $1,600. Note: This pricing is estimated. Confirmed group flight pricing will be made available no later than 9 months prior to departure.

Pilgrims may also arrange their own airfare based on the designated arrival/departure times provided.

Flight information will be available 9 months prior to departure.

Flight information will be available 9 months prior to departure.

Flight information will be available 9 months prior to departure.

More Details

  • Roundtrip group flight (optional add-on)
  • Airport/hotel transfers (if group flight is not selected)
  • Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), hotel staff, and meals (optional add on)
  • Passport, visa, or luggage fees
  • Any personal purchases
  • Any meals not indicated on the itinerary, as well as beverages at meals
  • 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. Final package price is estimated. Pricing is based on currency exchange rates as of March 2026. Final pricing may adjust based on any significant changes in currency exchange rates. Quoted rates may fluctuate based on accommodation selection and availability. Rates also assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims. 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. 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 and 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.

Important Information for Pilgrims Seeking to be Matched With A Roommate

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Verso Ministries prepare me for my journey?

We know from experience that preparing for a journey is just as important as the journey itself. From pre-departure spiritual formation emails and webinars hosted by the Verso trip leader, to providing you with a pilgrim kit to bring with you on your journey, we accompany you through the entire process – before, during, and after the pilgrimage – to prepare your mind and heart for what you’ll encounter. And of course, we’re always available by phone or email to answer and assist with any questions you might have.
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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.
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Should I purchase travel protection?

We recommend that all pilgrims consider purchasing travel protection. We partner with Travel Insured International (TII) to offer travel protection.  According to TII, travel protection 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 from TII. If you have any questions regarding your quotation, please call TII. If you need an updated or new quotation, please contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at 574-383-9396.
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Resources

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

A metaphor of one of the benefits of going on a pilgrimage, a highway comes into sharp focus through a camera lens.

5 Benefits of Going on a Pilgrimage

Planning maps for a Catholic pilgrimage tour

A New Way to Experience Catholic Pilgrimage Tours

A basillica that is home to one of the many saints of France.

Finding the Saints of France

What Our Pilgrims Have to Say

Father Kuhn

Jocelyn

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