June 14 - Rome
Upon arrival in ROME we are transferred to our hotel. Remainder of the day is free. (D)

June 15 
Full day tour of Assisi.  Prior to our arrival in Assisi, we visit the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli where we will see the Porziuncula (the little Church St. Francis built). Next to the Upper City to visit the Basilicas’ of St. Francis and St. Clare. (B,D)

June 16 - Rome
Padre Pio's Canonization!!
Morning departure to St. Peter’s Square for the Canonization of Padre Pio.  Remainder of the day is free.  This evening we join together for a celebration dinner. (B,D)

June 17 - Rome/Lanciano/San Giovanni Rotondo
Morning departure to SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO. En route we stop at Lanciano
for a visit to the Church of the Eucharistic Miracle.    While in San Giovanni Rotondo, we will visit Our Lady of Grace Friary, Padre Pio's cell, the new church (still under construction). (B,D)

June 18 - San Giovanni Rotondo
This morning we set out for Monte Sant'Angelo, St. Michael's Cave where St. Michael appeared.  Afternoon return to San Giovanni Rotondo. (B,D)

June 19 - San Giovanni Rotondo
This day is set aside for private devotions.  (B,D)

June 20 - Pietrelcina
Today we depart for the birthplace of Padre Pio, PIETRELCINA. We will visit this quaint little town and visit Padre Pio's childhood home.  We will also visit the two churches where Padre Pio celebrated Mass as a young priest; Santa Maria degli Angeli (Our Lady of the Angels) and Santa Ana where Padre Pio was baptized.   We will celebrate Mass at one of these churches.  We will also visit Piana Romana where Padre Pio received the invisible stigmata.  (B,D)

June 21 - Pietrelcina/vicinity of Rome
We spend the morning in the small town of Pietrelcina. Afternoon departure. (B,D)

June 22 - Rome/USA
Morning departure to Rome airport for our return flight to the USA. (B)
For those who are taking an optional extension, you will meet with your group and you will continue on to Tuscany or Sorrento.

 Pilgrimage Price Per Person
Double/Triple $2,240.00 per person*

Pilgrimage Includes: Air Fare from JFK or Newark, Three & Four Star Hotels, Deluxe Motorcoach, Sightseeing as per itinerary, Breakfast & Dinner Daily, Daily Mass, Porterage (one piece of luggage) at hotels, Taxes & Service Charges, All tips for the guides and bus drivers are included**.

It may become necessary to change the order of this pilgrimage but nothing will be eliminated.

The following optional extension will be offered:

Sorrento extension: 4 days, 3 nights.
Visiting Amalfi and the shrine of St. Philomena at Mugnano.
(price still to be determined)

** This means that there will be no collections at the end of the pilgrimage for the guides and drivers.  If individuals feel that they would like to give someone a tip on their own because they felt they did an exceptional job, that is their personal decision. All tips are included in the cost.