A Dominican Pilgrimage to Italy

Join us for an unforgettable Dominican pilgrimage through Italy, centered on Rome, Florence, and the saints who shaped our Order and the Church. This journey is designed to foster prayer, study, and fraternity as we walk in the footsteps of St. Dominic and St. Catherine of Siena.

Pilgrims will spend five nights in Rome and three nights in Florence, with excursions and spiritual highlights including:

• Visits to St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Mary Major
• A Papal Audience and guided tour of the Vatican Museums
• Prayer at the Tomb of St. Dominic in Bologna
• Visits to the home and relics of St. Catherine of Siena
• Additional sacred sites, churches, and cultural experiences throughout Italy

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Registration & Early Enrollment
We encourage you to register early to take advantage of our early-enrollment discount. Enrollment is first-come, first-served.

Accompanied by Dominican Friars
As Dominican friars, we are honored to accompany you on this pilgrimage and to share in the joy, prayer, and preaching of St. Dominic and his Order. Our hope is that this journey will be a time of spiritual renewal, deeper communion, and transformation in Christ.
St. Dominic, pray for us.
St. Albert the Great, pray for us.

Br. Joseph Trout, OP
Fr. James Pierce Cavanaugh, OP

Fuller Itinerary

• Day 1:  Saturday, October 10 - Departure
  Pilgrims depart from Chicago, setting out together on a spiritual journey to the heart of the Catholic Church.
• Day 2: Sunday, October 11 - Arrival in Rome
  Upon arrival, pilgrims are greeted by their local Catholic Tour Manager and introduced to the Eternal City. After settling in, they celebrate their first Mass at the magnificent Basilica of Saint Mary Major, followed by a guided tour. The day closes with a welcome dinner and overnight stay in Rome.
• Day 3: Monday, October 12 - San Sabina & San Clemente
  The day begins with Mass at the peaceful Santa Sabina. A visit to the layered history of San Clemente follows, including the fascinating Roman excavations beneath the church. In the afternoon, pilgrims reflect in the catacombs of St. Callixtus. The evening brings fellowship and fun with a group pizza-making dinner.
• Day 4: Tuesday, October 13 - Santa Maria Sopra Minerva
  Pilgrims visit the striking Gothic church of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva and pray at the tomb of St. Catherine of Siena. After celebrating Mass, the group visits Marian shrines, deepening their understanding of faith and beauty.
• Day 5: Wednesday, October 14 - Papal Audience & St. Peter’s
  An early departure leads to the awe-inspiring Papal Audience. Pilgrims will visit St. Peter’s Basilica and enjoy a guided tour. The afternoon includes the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, a moving experience for art and faith lovers alike.
• Day 6: Thursday, October 15 - Orvieto & Florence
  On the journey to Florence, a stop in Orvieto offers quiet beauty and reflection. Upon arrival, the group celebrates Mass in the serene Basilica of San Marco and explores its rich artwork and history. Dinner is shared together in Florence.
• Day 7: Friday, October 16 - Bologna
  Pilgrims travel to Bologna to visit the Basilica of San Domenico, where St. Dominic’s tomb invites prayer. Art, history, and the peaceful cloisters tell the story of early Dominican life. After lunch in Bologna, the group returns to Florence.
• Day 8: Saturday, October 17 – Siena
  A special day in Siena begins with Mass in the Basilica of San Domenico. Pilgrims then walk to the home of St. Catherine, reflecting on her legacy. The afternoon allows time to soak in Siena’s beauty before returning to Florence.
• Day 9: Sunday, October 18 – Return to Rome
  Today the group travels back to Rome. A possible visit to the Angelicum enriches the afternoon before sharing a joyful farewell dinner together.
• Day 10: Monday, October 19 – Departure
  With hearts full and spirits renewed, pilgrims return home, carrying with them the grace of each holy encounter.

If you have other questions, feel free to email or call Fr. James Pierce, 1.317.694.9994 jpcavanaughiv@gmail.com