Italy
Catholic Pilgrimages to Italy
Italy is the heart of the Catholic Church, a land shaped by saints, Eucharistic miracles, and centuries of sacred art and tradition. From Rome and Assisi to Padua and San Giovanni Rotondo, a pilgrimage to Italy offers countless opportunities to pray, encounter the faith, and experience the beauty of Catholic culture. Select International Tours creates thoughtfully planned journeys that help pilgrims travel with confidence and return home renewed.
Pilgrimage planned with care
Why Choose Select International Tours for Your Catholic Pilgrimage to Italy?
Faith-centered itineraries, experienced leaders, trusted local guides, and thoughtful logistics help you stay focused on the spiritual purpose of your journey.
Expertly Designed Itineraries
Our tours are meticulously crafted to take you to the most significant sites that are important to Catholics: places like Rome, Assisi, Padua, Loreto, Orvieto, San Giovanni Rotondo, and more! Since each Select International Tours itinerary is customized for your group, you get to experience the sites and Italian culture in a way others don’t.
Excellent Group Leaders
Many of the most prominent Catholic Clergy, evangelists, speakers, authors, and media personalities travel with Select International Tours. Your Group Leader works with us to craft a unique trip for you. Then, while traveling, they work with the best Local Christian Guides to ensure that you learn the history of each site, get time to pray, and experience the religious and personal significance of visiting these places yourself.
Focus on the Sacraments
We ensure ample opportunities to celebrate Mass at sacred sites throughout the journey, deepening your connection to the Catholic faith and forever cementing the visit in your memory. Every trip has a priest to ensure that you have spiritual guidance at every turn.
Food, Wine, and Culture
With Select International Tours, you have time to experience the local culture in unique ways while visiting Italy. Your tour might include a wine tour, a pasta-making class, or even a special tour that no one else offers! See the trip brochures for specifics.
Top Hotels and Luxury Coaches
Pilgrimage touring can be tiring, which is why we book the best centrally located hotels for your stay. You’ll also travel in comfort daily on modern private air-conditioned motor coaches.
Your Trip Supports Christians
A small portion of your pilgrimage fee with Select International Tours goes to the Select to Give Foundation, which ensures that Christian families can remain and thrive in the Holy Land. Click HERE to learn more about this important work.
People you can trust
Select Partners with the Best Christian Guides
Select International Tours only works with the best and most ethical guides in the business. Your guides will be experienced and compassionate. They are there to help you every step of the way.
Select does an excellent job of preparing pilgrimages for the Catholic tourists who use their services. Mirela was excellent. Ellen is always excellent. Fr. Therrien was a fantastic priest. He was very solidly Catholic but was also a very entertaining travel partner.
[Our trip] was very well organized and made it super easy for the traveler
Trip was well planned and offered a wonderful itinerary.
Upcoming departures
Current Italy pilgrimages
Explore upcoming faith-filled journeys, then open any trip for full itinerary, pricing, brochure, and enrollment details.
Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Brian Lager
October 26 – November 5, 2026
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Pilgrimage to the Great Catholic Shrines with Fr. Martin Rangel Garcia, FSSP
November 2-15, 2026
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Best of Italy with Fr. Brandon Artman and Fr. Dennis Gill
November 8-19, 2026
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Spring Break in Italy with Fr. Jared Cooke
March 12-21, 2027
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Newman University Pilgrimage to Italy with Matthew and Robin Umbarger and Fr. Joseph Gile
March 15 – 25, 2027
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Best of Italy with Fr. Tom Betz
April 4–15, 2027
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A Renaissance of Wonder through Italy for Wild+Free Mothers with Ainsley Arment
April 5-15, 2027
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Journey of Faith: Rome to Assisi, Milan, Cremona & Lake Como Fr Jose Erlito and Sr. Joan Godeski
May 24 - June 2, 2027
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Best of Italy with Deacon Kevin Bagley
May 25 – June 5, 2027
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Frequently asked questions
What’s the Best Time to Go?
Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) offer pleasant weather, while summer (June-August) can be a little hotter.
What Physical Fitness Level Is Required?
Expect to walk 10,000-12,000 steps each day over cobblestones and uneven surfaces.
What’s Included in the Pilgrimage Cost?
Please see the brochure for the trip you’re considering for a complete list of inclusions and exclusions.
What Should I Pack?
Comfortable walking shoes, modest church-appropriate clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle are essential. You may also want to pack a small Bible and any religious articles that hold personal significance. Be sure to watch some of our Two-Minute Travel Tips for more tips and tricks.