DAY 1
ARRIVE ROME
Meet our representative on your arrival at Rome International Airport. Then proceed to the hotel and complete the check in procedures. Then rest for a while and start your trip by visiting the famous attractions of Rome like the Arch of Constantine, Palatine Hill, Colosseum, Circus Maximus, the Roman Forum etc. Later on afternoon, visit Navona Square, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon by foot. Enjoy the overnight stay in Rome.
DAY 2
ROME
Today begin your day with the celebration of Holy Mass at St. Peters Basilica and from here visit the Tapestries Gallery, Vatican Museum- Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel and Raphael’s Rooms. Late on afternoon visit Chiesa Del Domine Quo Vadis, Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, Scala Santa and St. John Lateran. Then return back and relax rest of the day in the hotel.
DAY 3
ROME
On this day we attend an audience with Pope to feel and experience the wonder and the admiration which happens at the Papal audience that reaching out to travelers from the various nook and corner of the world. Then we bid farewell to this fantastic place and proceed towards Rotondo, the hometown of St. Padre Pio’s .Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Rotonda.
DAY 4
MONTE SANT' ANGELO - SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO
Today we begin our trip to Monte Sant’ Angelo and celebrate the Holy Mass at the Shrine of St Michael the Archangel, where the Archangel made 4 distinct looks, building the sanctuary one of the most prevalent Christian spots visited by hundreds of tourists every year.And from here we visit Padre Pio’s tomb and cell; the old church where he received the stigmata; his confessional; and the new Church of Santa Maria Delle Grazia. Besides we can visit the Padre Pio’s most popular generous work which is the Home for the Relief of Sorrow. Enjoy the overnight stay in Rotunda.
DAY 5
LANCIANO - LORETTO
Check out your hotel in morning, then drive towards Lanciano, to experience the living flesh of Jesus Christ in a Special Tabernacle and Monstrance. Lanciano is popular for being the zone of the first Eucharistic Miracle, which happens in the 8th century at the church of St.Legontian. Again we continue our trip to Loreto, which is the home to the house of Holy family, which was carried by angels from Nazareth to Loreto as it was about to destroyed by holy land invaders. Nazareth house of Holy family is the site where Annunciation to Our Lady was made, which is now situated inside the Basilica of the Holy house. After that you can relax rest of the day in the hotel of Lorento.
DAY 6
CASCIA - ASSISI
Morning check out the hotel and straight drive to visit Roccaporena which is the birthplace of St. Rita, the defender for hopeless causes. Next head on to visit the sanctuary constructed on the fringes of the village that portrays the standard righteousness of the saint. We will continue our journey towards Cascia to celebrate the Holy Mass within the Basilica of St.Tira, the first holy cloister of St.Rita, here is the place that she lived for fourty years as an Augustinian nun.On reaching in Assisi we continue with a walking tour of city, as well as the Church of San Rufino, the Basilica of St. Clare, wherever her incorrupt body lies in tranquillity. We’ll continue to the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, here we can see the Porziuncola, the little church contained within the Basilica and cross of Rocca Maggiore, San Damiano, and finally Oratorio Di San Francesco Piccolino. Enjoy the Stay in Bethlehem.
DAY 7
ASSISI
Have your breakfast and go on to see the St.Francis’ Basilica, it is the place where we celebrate the Holy Mass at St. Francis Tomb. The rest of the day is free for Confessions, Reflections, Adoration, and a time of persona; devotions. Stay at Assisi hotel.
DAY 8
PADUA
Check out from the hotel and head on towards the Basilica of St. Anthony, defender of lost things is honoured. After celebrate the Holy Mass we start our journey to explore various attractions like the Tomb of St. Anthony, oldest universities in Italy and that we have a chance to ascertain many of his relics. Then we’ll travel Pratto Della Valle to discover the Basilica of Santa Giustina. Overnight stay in Padua.
DAY 9
VENICE
Today, we start to visit Venice to explore some of the best wonders in world like The Golden Basilica of San Marco, the Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark’s Square, Dodges’ Palace and others. After the trip you will get some free time to explore Venice in its full mode on your own and shopping. Relax the rest of the day in the hotel of Venice
DAY 10
MILAN
Check out hotel in the morning and then proceed for some last minute shopping. After lunch, Depart from Venice for your onward journey. However the trip end here, but the beautiful memories and experience will remain in the heart forever.
What your tour price includes?
- Visa
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- Lunch and Dinner as per program
- Tours and Transfers
- English Speaking Guide wherever necessary
- Entrance Fees as per program
- City Tax / Bed Tax
What your tour price does not include?
- Airfare
- Any meals / beverages not mentioned, any beverages during meals
- Room Service, Porters, Telephone, Internet etc
- Overseas Travel & Health Insurance
- All personal expenses
- Any extra tours and services
- Anything which is not mentioned in ‘Inclusions’
Italy, a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has left a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine. Its capital, Rome, is home to the Vatican as well as landmark art and ancient ruins. Other major cities include Florence, with Renaissance masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s "David" and Brunelleschi's Duomo; Venice, the city of canals; and Milan, Italy’s fashion capital.