October 5 - 15, 2026
Croatia, Medjugorje, & Northern Italy
A Special Pilgrimage to Croatia, Medjugorje, & Northern Italy
Join veteran pilgrimage leaders Fr. Francis George and Fr. Bill Rutkowski on an unforgettable 11-day, 9-night spiritual journey through Croatia and Northern Italy. Visit the sacred Marian apparition site in Medjugorje, explore iconic Venice, walk in the footsteps of St. Anthony in Padua, and behold Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece The Last Supper in Milan. Deepen your faith while enjoying wonderful food and fellowship. It’s two incredible pilgrimages in one—an extraordinary experience not to be missed!
INCLUSIONS
• Nine nights’ accommodations in four-star hotels
• Two nights in Dubrovnik
• Two nights in Medjugorje
• Three nights in Venice
• Two nights in Milan
• Meals
• Continental breakfast daily
• Seven dinners with wine
• One-way flight from Split, Croatia to Venice, Italy
• European tour manager in Croatia and Italy
• Arrangements of daily Masses
• Luxury motor coach for sightseeing
• Airport transfers for passengers on optional group airfare
• Hotel & city taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage
• Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motor coach drivers
• Personal audio devices
IMPORTANT FLIGHT DETAILS
Group air out of Detroit will be offered late November. Please wait to book independent airfare until you receive the “Tour is Confirmed” email with arrival details and group transfer instructions.
Itinerary
DAY 1: Monday, October 5 • Depart USA
Depart on overnight flights to Dubrovnik, Croatia.
DAY 2: Tuesday, October 6 • Dubrovnik – The Pearl of the Adriatic
Arrive in the stunning city of Dubrovnik, Croatia. Known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” this medieval walled city is rich in faith, culture, and history. Welcome dinner and overnight in Dubrovnik.
DAY 3: Wednesday, October 7 • Exploring Dubrovnik’s Sacred Heritage
Enjoy a tour of the Old Town, including the Dubrovnik Cathedral of the Assumption and the Franciscan Monastery. Celebrate Mass at the Church of St. Blaise. Dinner on your own and overnight in Dubrovnik.
DAY 4: Thursday, October 8 • Medjugorje – A Place of Apparitions
Depart for Medjugorje, one of the world’s most significant Marian shrines. Check in to the guesthouse and visit St. James Church. Celebrate Mass. Group dinner and overnight in Medjugorje.
DAY 5: Friday, October 9 • Medjugorje – Prayer and Reflection
Celebrate Mass at St. James Church and attend a talk by a local guide (pending confirmation). Optional pilgrimage walk to Apparition Hill, where the Virgin Mary first appeared. Group dinner and overnight in Medjugorje.
DAY 6: Saturday, October 10 • Medjugorje to Split to Venice
Celebrate morning Mass before transferring to the airport for your afternoon flight from Split to Venice. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, stroll along the canals or enjoy a peaceful walk through St. Mark’s Square. Group dinner and overnight in Venice.
DAY 7: Monday, October 11 • Venice – Sacred Splendor and Reflections
Visit St. Mark’s Basilica and celebrate Sunday Mass. Tour Santa Maria della Salute, a votive church built in gratitude after a plague, and the Church of San Zaccaria. Dinner on your own and overnight in Venice.
DAY 8: Tuesday, October 12 • Day Trip to Padua
Enjoy a full-day excursion to Padua, the city of St. Anthony. Visit the Basilica of St. Anthony and celebrate Mass. Return to Venice in the afternoon for group dinner and overnight.
DAY 9: Wednesday, October 13 • Milan via Verona
Depart for Verona. Visit the Basilica of San Zeno, a remarkable Romanesque church. Celebrate Mass. Continue to Milan for group dinner and overnight.
DAY 10: Thursday, October 14 • Milan – The Last Supper
Visit the majestic Milan Cathedral (Duomo). Celebrate Mass. Tour Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper. Enjoy a farewell dinner and overnight in Milan.
DAY 11: Thursday, October 15 • Departure – Carrying the Journey Home
Check out of hotel and transfer to the Rome airport for your return flights home.After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Itinerary subject to change
PRICES STARTING AT
Main trip pices starting at $4,799 Land only - Per person, double occupancy
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT + $1,200
*This price reflects a $200 per person Early Booking Discount for deposits received before September 30, 2025 and a $150 per person Check Discount for those paying the total cost of the tour by check. Payment must be received on or before the final payment due date.
TRAVEL PROTECTION:
Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) travel protection is highly recommended.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE & CANCELLATION TERMS:
Deposit: $500 per person due upon registration
Second Deposit: $1,250 due on or before February 9, 2026
Final payment: Balance due on or before April 7, 2026
Please note late payments will incur a $50 late fee.
All cancellations must be received in writing. Payments are non-refundable and subject to CTS Terms and Conditions, including the CTS Liability Release. CTS reserves the right to cancel any reservation if payments are not made according to the payment schedule. A $25 fee will be added to any reinstated reservation.
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