On this comprehensive affordable journey through Catholic heritage in Italy, witness the most visited shrines of the country, from north to south. Discover the inspiring Catholic Italian icons of northern Italy: from Milan’s St. Ambrose to Turin’s St. John Bosco and Padua’s St. Anthony, you’ll collect unforgettable memories and inspiration. Visit the Holy Shroud Museum in Turin and the Gothic Duomo in Milan, and marvel at the unique beauty of the Carthusian Monastery of Pavia. Discover the history of musical notes at the Abbey of Pomposa and admire the early Christian artwork of the Byzantine
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN MILAN, ITALY
Check into your hotel and, if you have time, start exploring this busy city on your own before meeting your tour companions and Tour Director during the included welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day 2
MILAN
Dedicate the morning to Milan's most important Catholic churches: St. Ambrose Basilica and the Gothic Duomo. St. Ambrose is the patron saint of beekeepers, beggars, learners, and Milan. Celebrate [M] Mass and discover the treasures of the Basilica and the Duomo with a Local Guide. (B)
Day 3
MILAN–TURIN
Turin is known in the Catholic community worldwide as the home of the Holy Shroud, only available to the public on very special occasions. The city was also home to St. John Bosco, the priest who founded the Salesian religious institute to help poor children with their education during the industrial revolution. Your visit includes the Holy Shroud Museum, the Basilica of St Mary Ausiliatrice and St. John’s rooms. You’ll have time to appreciate the elegance of this city and former capital of Italy before attending [M] Mass. Today’s Distance: 90 mi / 145 km (B)
Day 4
TURIN–PAVIA–PADUA
Pavia boasts a beautiful Carthusian Monastery, built in the 1400s by Gian Galeazzo Visconti, Duke of Milan. The monastery is one of Italy’s “hidden treasures” with lavish decorations. It is still inhabited and looked after by monks who live a life of work, seclusion, and prayer. Today's Distance: 245 mi / 395 km (B,D)
What's Included
Meals
Buffet breakfasts daily, 6 dinners
Hotels
Ramada Plaza Milano
First-Class
Holiday Inn Corso Francia
First-Class
AC Marriott
First-Class
Hotel NH Padova
First-Class
NH Ravenna
First-Class
Ibis Styles Roma Aurelia
First-Class
Parco Delle Rose
First-Class
Casa Leonori
First-Class
Cristoforo Colombo
Superior Tourist-Class
BV Oly Hotel
First-Class
Itinerary Dates & Prices
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Start Date
May 01, 2025
End Date
May 14, 2025
Our Price
$3,499
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