October 23-30, 2025
Italy
Archdiocese of Los Angeles Pilgrimage to Italy
Join Archbishop José H. Gomez on this extraordinary pilgrimage to Rome. Our days will be filled with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, including a private audience following the Papal Audience in St. Peter’s Square, an after-hours visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, and an exclusive tour of the Swiss Guard Barracks. We will also enjoy the beauty of Castel Gandolfo and share unforgettable evenings such as a rooftop reception at St. Mary Major and a performance of La Traviata. This pilgrimage promises not only moments of profound faith and prayer but also opportunities for fellowship, cultural enrichment, and treasured memories with our Archdiocesan family in the heart of the Eternal City.
INCLUSIONS
•Six nights’ accommodations in Rome at Hotel de la Ville
•Meals
• Full breakfast daily at the hotel
• Two group lunches
• Four dinners
• Local guides according to the itinerary
• Arrangements of daily Mass including donations in unique and historical churches (all locations are tentative and subject to confirmation)
• Luxury sprinter vans for 12 hours per day
• Local tour manager while in Italy
• Tour manager from the USA
• Hotel & city taxes and porterage for one piece of luggage
• Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motorcoach drivers
• Whisper sets
• 3% Credit Card Processing Fee
Your Tour Does Not Include
•Airfare; this package is sold land only
•Airport transfers (hotel concierge can be contacted for this)
•Meals and beverages, unless specified
•Other personal expenses
•Travel Insurance
•Items not specifically mentioned
ITINERARY
Day 1: Thursday, October 23 - Depart USA
Depart on overnight flights to Rome, beginning your pilgrimage journey to the Eternal City.
Day 2: Friday, October 24 - Arrival
Upon arrival in Rome, you will transfer to Hotel de la Ville for check-in and time to freshen up. Meet up with the group for a welcome Mass, followed by a special welcome dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay in Rome.
Day 3: Saturday, October 25 - Scavi | Swiss Guard Barracks | Vatican Museums
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a leisurely morning before heading to the Vatican for a guided tour of the Scavi. Following a group lunch, you will have the rare opportunity to take a private tour of the Swiss Guard Barracks. In the evening, experience a private, after-hours tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Overnight in Rome.
Day 4: Sunday, October 26 - Castel Gandolfo
Following breakfast, set out on a day trip to Castel Gandolfo, the papal summer residence just outside the city. Celebrate Mass, then enjoy a tour of the Papal Palace and its beautiful gardens. A group lunch will be shared together, with the afternoon offering free time to relax and explore the charming surroundings of Lake Albano. Return to Rome for overnight.
Day 5: Monday, October 27 - St. Peter's Basilica | PNAC
After breakfast, celebrate Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica and take in its rich history with a guided tour, then Pontifical North American College, where you will have the chance to meet seminarians from the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The day concludes with a lively pasta-making dinner before returning to the hotel for an overnight in Rome.
Day 6: Tuesday, October 28 - San Clemente | La Traviata
This morning begins with breakfast at the hotel and Mass. After a morning at leisure, continue with a private guided tour of the Basilica of San Clemente, including the fascinating excavations beneath. After a group dinner, enjoy a cultural highlight as you attend a performance of La Traviata opera at St. Paul Inside the Walls. Overnight in Rome.
Day 7: Wednesday, October 29 - Papal Audience | St. Mary Major
Following breakfast, depart for St. Peter’s Square and participate in the Wednesday Papal Audience. Enjoy your final afternoon in Rome at your leisure, then head to the Basilica of St. Mary Major for a sunset experience. There you will celebrate Mass, enjoy a guided tour, and conclude with a rooftop reception and dinner. Overnight in Rome.
Day 8: Thursday, October 30 - Return to USA
Depart Rome on return flights back home.
Itinerary is tentative and subject to change
PRICES
*Prices are per person
Classic – $9,699 double occupancy | $12,549 single occupancy
Deluxe - $10,749 double occupancy | $14,049 single occupancy
Junior Suite - $13,049 double occupancy | $17,149 single occupancy
Deluxe Suite - $16,549 double occupancy | $23,849 single occupancy
Grand Suite with Terrace - $18,549 double occupancy | $27,949 single occupancy
*This price reflects a $500 per person Early Booking Discount for deposits received before September 5, 2025. 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 AND CANCELLATION TERMS:
Initial Deposit: Full payment will be due upon registration.
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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