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Our pilgrimage to Croatia, and Medjugorje begins as we depart from Boston on an overnight flight(s) to
Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Enjoy meals and drinks served on the flight
Upon arrival in Dubrovnik we will gather our bags, meet our Canterbury Tour manager and bus driver, then transfer to our hotel to check in. In the evening, we will gather together for our welcome dinner.
Welcome Dinner | Overnight in Dubrovnik, Croatia
Today, we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage site for over 30 years. During our visit, we’ll see notable landmarks such as Stradun, the Rector’s Palace, St. Francis Church, Sponza Palace, and Orlando’s Column, along with the first pharmacy in Europe and many historic churches and streets. Afterward, there will be time for Holy Mass, followed by some free time.
Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight Dubrovnik, Croatia
Today, we travel to the Peljesac Peninsula to visit Ston and Korcula. Our first stop is Mali Ston, where we’ll explore the Salt Museum and learn about its 700-year-old salt production tradition. The 53 salt pans, each named after saints like St. Francis and St. Blaise, reflect the town’s rich heritage. We’ll also admire the impressive fortification walls connecting Mali Ston to Ston, the longest in Europe. Next, we continue to Orebic and take a short ferry ride to Korcula, a beautiful island town known for its history and Mediterranean charm. After Holy Mass and a tour, enjoy free time before we continue our journey to Medjugorje.
Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina
After breakfast we travel to Medjugorje, a renowned pilgrimage destination known for reported apparitions and miracles since 1981, attracting pilgrims seeking peace and renewal. Experience the beauty and peace of this simple village. During your stay in Medjugorje you will have the opportunity to share faith with thousands of pilgrims from all over the world. Your local guide will accompany you throughout the week. Here are some of the activities you will be sharing with your fellow pilgrims: Each morning at 10am you assemble at St James Church for the English-language Mass (Feast days and Sundays English Mass is at Noon). Follow the same path up Apparition Hill where the young visionaries first encountered Our Lady. Touch and pray before the statue that commemorates the spot where Mary first appeared to the visionaries.
Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Each evening at 5pm (or 6pm daylight savings time) you will join the villagers and pilgrims to pray the rosary, and attend the Croatian Mass. The apparition takes place at 5:40pm (or 6:40 daylight savings time.) Don’t miss the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Saturday, and the Veneration of the Cross in the Church on Fridays. Each evening during Croatian Mass, there is the Blessing of the Sick and blessing of the religious items you have with you. Your guide will arrange meetings with the visionaries as they are available. You will have the opportunity to climb Krizevac Mountain, where in 1933 the villagers built a 30’ high cross on the 1900th anniversary of Jesus’ crucifixion. Visit and pray at “Blue Cross”, which is a place of great healings and graces- a very special place at the base of Apparition Hill.
Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Medjugorje, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Today we will leave Medjugorje and begin our journey to Split, en route we will visit the Little Lourdes Shrine in Vepric. Established in 1908 and inspired by the famous Lourdes shrine in France, this serene site includes Mass and time for reflection. Later, we will arrive into Split, Croatia and explore the Diocletian’s Palace and the Cathedral of St. Domnius, immersing ourselves in the city’s history and architecture. Afterward, enjoy free time to stroll the scenic Riva promenade along the coast.
Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Split, Croatia
Today we set off on a day trip to visit the gorgeous Krka National Park where we will take a boat across the
Visovac Lake to the Visovac Island, home to a Franciscan Monastery which dates from 1576. The monastery itself holds many religious and historical treasures, and the outside is just as majestic with its austere walls, flower gardens, and towering bell tower, all of which is protected by a circle of cypresses. Before departing our chaplain will celebrate Mass for us. We will return to split in the afternoon.
Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight in Split, Croatia
With a renewed sense of pilgrimage and an invigorated love of our Catholic faith, we will board our plane for our return flight home.
Enjoy meals and drinks served on the flight
Today our 4-day post tour of Rome, Italy begins. After breakfast we head to the Dubrovnik airport (DBV) and board our short flight to Rome. We’ll arrive in Rome (FCO) where our new Canterbury Pilgrimages Tour manager and driver will meet us and accompany us throughout this portion of the pilgrimage. Depending on our arrival time, we will take a panoramic bus tour of Rome and get acquainted with the Eternal City.
Breakfast & Dinner (Lunch served on flight) | Overnight stay in Rome, Italy
Today we will visit and have an opportunity to walk through the Holy Doors at the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, the Basilica of St. Mary Major, and the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran which symbolizes passing into the presence of God by way of our Lord Jesus, who called himself the “gate.” Those who pass through a Holy Door can also receive a plenary indulgence. At the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, we also will have the opportunity to climb the Lateran Steps and attend Mass.
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner | Overnight stay in Rome, Italy
In the morning, we will head to Saint Peter’s Square for the general Papal audience with Pope Francis (subject to his schedule). Bring rosaries, Scapulars or medallions to be Blessed by Pope Francis! After the Papal audience, we will have a private Mass nearby followed by lunch. After we will tour the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, marveling at the incredible art and history. Today we will also be able to walk through the last of the four Holy Doors at St. Peters Basilica.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Overnight stay in Rome, Italy
Today our post tour of Rome comes to an end. With a renewed sense of pilgrimage and an invigorated love and understanding of our Catholic faith and the history of our Church, we head to the Rome airport (FCO) and board our flight(s) to return home.
Breakfast served today | Meals and refreshments served on the plane
