Board flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Krakow International Airport.

Arrive at Krakow Airport, where you will meet your tour escort and board the coach. Upon arrival at the hotel, proceed with check-in before enjoying dinner. Spend the night at the hotel in Warsaw, resting for the journey ahead.

We begin the day in Łagiewniki, center of the Divine Mercy devotion, where we visit the Sanctuary containing the Image of the Merciful Jesus, the relics of St. Faustina, her convent chapel, and tomb. We then continue to the nearby St. John Paul II Center to pray before the relics of the beloved pope, including a vial of his blood. Our journey continues to Częstochowa, with time for lunch on your own before a guided tour of the Jasna Góra Monastery. Highlights include the Treasury, Knight’s Hall, Refectory, and the Basilica, culminating in a viewing of the miraculous Icon of the Black Madonna. We then celebrate Mass at one of the monastery chapels (subject to confirmation) before returning to Kraków for dinner at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, we begin a morning tour of Kraków, starting at Wawel Hill with a visit to the stunning Wawel Cathedral (entrance included). We continue through Kanonicza Street toward the historic Market Square, passing the famous Papal Window of the Bishop’s Palace where Saint John Paul II greeted the faithful, and viewing the courtyard of Collegium Maius, where he once studied. Our tour includes a visit to St. Mary’s Church (entrance included), renowned for its magnificent wooden altar carved by Wit Stwosz. After lunch on your own, we travel to Wadowice to celebrate Mass at the Church of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary, where St. John Paul II was baptized (subject to confirmation). We then visit his birthplace and childhood home, now a museum (entrance included). Following our visit, we return to Kraków for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

Begin the day with Mass at a local church (subject to confirmation). We then travel to Wieliczka to visit Europe’s oldest salt mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its underground labyrinth of chambers, statues, and chapels carved entirely from salt. Among its treasures is the breathtaking Chapel of St. Kinga, an underground sanctuary that stands as a testament to centuries of devotion and craftsmanship. After experiencing this remarkable pilgrimage stop, we continue our journey toward Prague, stopping en route for lunch on your own. Upon arrival in this historic city, we check in to our hotel, enjoy dinner together, and settle in for our first night in Prague.

We begin the day with sightseeing in Prague, exploring the historic Hradcany Castle complex, including St. Vitus Cathedral, the Royal Castle, and St. George’s Basilica. We then visit the Church of Our Lady Victorious to venerate the miraculous Statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague, where Mass is anticipated (subject to confirmation). Crossing the famous Charles Bridge, we enter the Old Town, considered one of Europe’s finest historic centers, where we see the Old Town Square and the Town Hall with its renowned Astronomical Clock. We continue to the Church of Our Lady before Tyn, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, and St. Nicholas Church, the baroque masterpiece where Mozart once played. After lunch on your own, the remainder of the day is free for walking, shopping, or relaxing before returning to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

After checking out of the hotel, we depart for Vienna. Upon arrival, lunch is on your own before beginning a guided tour of Austria’s elegant capital. As we stroll through historic squares and medieval streets, we discover the rich cultural heritage of the city, viewing notable sites such as Otto Wagner’s Stadtbahn pavilions, the Vienna Opera House, Heroes’ Square, St. Augustine’s Church, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and Mozart’s House (exterior views only). We also pass the Belvedere Palace, renowned for its beautiful gardens. Later, we celebrate Mass at a local church (subject to confirmation), then check in at the hotel for dinner and overnight in Vienna.

We check out of the hotel and make our way to Budapest. Upon arrival, we anticipate celebrating Mass at St. Matthias Church (subject to confirmation), followed by lunch on your own. We then begin sightseeing in this stunning city, exploring Buda Castle Hill with a guided visit to Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion, both offering breathtaking views over the Danube and the city of Pest. Crossing the bridge, we pass St. Stephen’s Basilica and the impressive Hungarian Parliament building on the riverbank. We conclude with a stroll through the lively Central Market Hall before checking into our hotel for dinner and overnight in Budapest.

After checking out of the hotel, we travel to Marija Bistrica, a revered Marian shrine known for its venerated Black Madonna, a votive statue dating back to the late 15th century. Lunch is on your own, followed by time at the shrine, where we anticipate celebrating Mass (subject to confirmation). We then continue to Zagreb, check in at the hotel, enjoy dinner, and settle in for the night.

After checking out of the hotel, we begin the day by celebrating Mass at a local church (subject to confirmation) before departing for Medjugorje. Lunch will be on your own along the way. Upon arrival, we check in at the hotel and enjoy dinner. Pilgrims will then have the opportunity to join in evening services such as Mass, the Rosary procession, Reconciliation, or spend quiet time in personal prayer and reflection. Overnight in Medjugorje.

We begin the morning with an opportunity to climb Apparition Hill (weather permitting), following the path where the six young visionaries first encountered Our Lady and pausing to pray at the statue marking the first apparition. At the base of the hill, we visit the Blue Cross, a site of present-day apparitions. We then attend Mass at St. James Church (public Mass in English) and take a walking orientation of Medjugorje to learn about the history of the apparitions over the past 37 years. Lunch is on your own before we depart for Sarajevo, where we check in at the hotel, enjoy dinner, and spend overnight.

We transfer to Sarajevo airport for our departure flight back home.