72 reviews
Sep 15 - 19, 2025
Group size: 12 - 25
About this trip
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What’s included
- MealsFour (4) breakfasts, three (3) lunches and Four (4) dinners are included.
- Hotels AccommodationsFour (4) nights at Schoenstatt Retreat Center
- Private Motor CoachPrivate, first-class motor coach bus and all group transfers are included
- Taxes and FeesAll local taxes are included
- Entrance FeesAll entrance fees are included
- Arrival TransfersGroup transfers are included, as outlined in the Travel Information section above
- Departure TransfersGroup transfers are included, as outlined in the Travel Information section above
- Custom Pilgrimage BookPersonalized ITVP pilgrim book
- Customer ServiceWhite-glove customer service from the moment you contact us
What’s not included
- AirfareAirfare to and from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
- GratuitiesGratuities payable to bus drivers
- TransfersTransfers to or from airports other than Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
- Other Personal ExpensesPersonal expenses, included but not limited to laundry services, minibar in hotel rooms, etc.
- OtherItems not specifically mentioned in the pilgrimage description literature.
Itinerary
Day 1: Mon Sep 15 2025
Schoenstatt Retreat Center
Your Organizer
Inside the Vatican Pilgrimages
72 reviews
With more than 33 years of publishing Inside the Vatican magazine, we have colleagues and friends all over the world — and many of them have become part of our Pilgrimage family.
Designing an Inside the Vatican pilgrimage begins with a theme or a particular country; then we weave in encounters with real people who live and work there, as well as those with expert knowledge in its historical and spiritual perspectives. Every detail has been arranged to create a unique experience; an authentic spiritual journey for each pilgrim.
Reviews
JB
I enjoyed my pilgrimage to Spain, going to the beautiful old cities, even though there was a lot of walking up hill. Fr Murr does a good job covering his material, connecting the OT to the NT and Jesus's role. It was easy to understand and a beginner or a scholar would benefit from Fr's perspective. I loved the Sister's that served us, only wishing I could have communicated with them, but my Spanish isn't good. It was a very enjoyable experience.
By Janice B for Spain: Pilgrimage and Retreat with Father Murr on Nov 16, 2025
Very special! Thank you Deb, Diana, Hopie and Bob for a very special and wonderful pilgrimage! Our accommodations were a real gift. The saints and martyrs, the churches, so many blessings, the 2 times we were able to see and hear Pope Leo, THE HOLY DOORS we were able to go through! The masses especially at St. Peter's. And of course, our sisters in Christ to pray with. There were too many blessings to count!!! Thanks and God bless you.
By Christen Krupp M for Pilgrimage of Prayer with the Women Saints of Rome on Nov 12, 2025
Great pilgrimage. Convent excellent and especially grateful for all the help for Sarto and Kate after her mishap.
Fr Murr talks great as was his hospitality. We hope he is well. He gives everything and perhaps exhausts himself.
A lot of travel, perhaps a little less.
Great group of pilgrims expertly guided and sheparded. Communications very good.
Liam Kate and Sarto Kearney
By william k for Spain: Pilgrimage and Retreat with Father Murr on Nov 08, 2025
Great time with like minded Catholics. Good medium pace and atmosphere. Food was sparse and not very good.
By Elaine O for Spain: Pilgrimage and Retreat with Father Murr on Nov 01, 2025
Deborah and Brankica were wonderful guides! Met some incredible fellow pilgrims. Having unlimited access to St. Peter’s by residing in the Domus was extraordinary!
Would not charge solo travelers $1000 extra for this particular pilgrimage. Everyone got the exact same room at the Domus (all single rooms). At St. Anthony I would have been happy to pay a few extra dollars for a double room, but got a single that was the size of a shoebox so no need for $1000 extra charge there.
Overall, would consider another pilgrimage in the future!
By Kelly A for Italy: Jubilee Year and St. Francis of Assisi 2025 on Oct 17, 2025
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I just returned from the amazing pilgrimage in Italy! It truly was a “Journey Toward the Face of Christ” in the heart of Italy! Whether visiting the sacred sites in Assisi; Lanciano and the Eucharistic Miracle; the Holy Face relic in Manoppello; or in an outdoor procession with the Benedictine Monks in Norcia; or in the face of Pope Leo XIV at Mass and in the Vatican Gardens, I kept saying to myself “it doesn’t get better than this!”
Dr Moynihan, Deb and Brankica planned for and provided every opportunity for us to experience the best! We were blest with their knowledge and kindness. We had plenty of opportunity to pray. The accommodations were very comfortable, the food delicious, and the fellowship flowed! I am already looking forward to my next pilgrimage with them! Thank you for sharing your gifts and God bless you!
By M Patricia L on 10 Jun, 2025
This was a most holy pilgrimage, I can’t even believe all the sacred things we experienced and touched, not to mention the places and saints we encountered. God blessed our travels the whole time. I’m still in awe as I look back and think to myself, “Oh yeah, we did that too, and how special was that!” For my husband and myself it was the trip of a lifetime, and it will never be forgotten. Thank you Robert, Deb and Brankiva!!!
Cheryl
By Cheryl L on 08 Jun, 2025
The trip was great! The Vatican Pilgrimages staff that accompanied us were great! Thank you Deborah Tomlinson! You are so professional and kind. There was any need that a person had that you couldn't help with. The accommodations were great, remembering this was a pilgrimage and not a vacation. We stayed at 2 different locations and the rooms were very comfortable and the food was excellent. Plenty of time for attending Mass and Talks, yet time for reflexing alone or with new found prayer friends. Just a few days into the pilgrimage, everyone became friends. So many "like minded" prayerful people. It was suggested we get to our meeting site a day or two earlier so we could get acclimated to the time change, and that worked out great! Julie and I spent 2 days in Split see the sites and just relaxing together. The guide were had was extremely knowledgeable. Plus, we can be proud that we have contributed to the restoration of the Franciscan Monastery! Transportation must be mentioned also, it was great!
By Michael M on 05 Jun, 2025