“I have come to tell the world that God exists … that peace is necessary for the salvation of the world. Mankind must be reconciled with God and with one another”.

These words came as a soothing balm to a troubled world and were first spoken by Our Lady to six village children in June 1981. Since then, a legacy of remarkable events has turned Medjugorje into one of the world’s most acclaimed pilgrimage places. For more than 40 years up until the present day Our Lady has been appearing on a daily basis to give countless messages to the children. Some of these messages are private, some are for all people and some contain secrets that Our Lady has revealed to the children about future events of the world. Healings, miracles, wonders and conversions – these have been occurring for so long. Endless streams of pilgrims over the years have come to receive these graces and return to their homelands renewed.

The activities here will be evenly proportioned by our guide throughout the stay to allow time for rest and personal retreat. Each evening we should be advised of the following day’s agenda, as many events in Medjugorje are spontaneous. Here are some of the highlights we hope to include:

• The Hill of Apparitions – Make the journey in prayer up to this sacred site where the first apparitions took place and Our Lady first told the children ‘I have come to tell the world that God exists … that peace is necessary for the salvation of the world’.

• Climb Mt Krizevac – The Mountain of the Cross dominates the landscape. Pray the Stations of the Cross and ascend the grace-filled path, which rises to the breathtaking summit with its commanding 30-foot cement cross built in 1933.

• Visit Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Retreat House – commonly known as “the Castle”, and hear the amazing testimony of Patrick Latta, a successful businessman and car dealer from Canada, who received a great grace of conversion through the messages of Our Lady. In 1993, he and his wife Nancy left everything behind and moved to Medjugorje during the height of the war.

• Visit the Cenacolo Community – ‘Field of Life’ is the name of the community that Sr Elvira has founded for young men who were once drug addicts. We will be touched to hear their miraculous testimonies of faith.

• Special visionary events – Join Ivan’s prayer group during a special outdoor apparition or be present when Vicka has a special meeting at night on Mt Krizevac (subject to spontaneity).

• Meet the Visionaries – The visionaries regularly receive groups, give explanations, pray with and answer pilgrims’ questions (subject to spontaneous availability).

• Inspiring talks – There is an enriching Franciscan talk most afternoons in English.

• Share occasional group gatherings – Optional and led by your Priest, for voluntary sharing, prayer or group rosary.

• Enjoy personal free time daily – All activities listed do remain optional.

• Visit Siroki Briejeg – the site of one of the most atrocious massacres in the history of Bosnia Herzegovina where almost eighty years ago thirty monks from the Siroki Brijeg community were slaughtered.

• Day tour to Dubrovnik – visit the beautiful walled city known as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. Within the stone walls of its Old City, we embark on a guided tour, visiting the Basilica of St Blaise, where we celebrate Mass before setting out on our exploration of grand palaces, buzzing plazas and remarkable churches.

MEDJUGORJE EVENING PRAYER PROGRAM & CONFESSION (Summer times/Winter times)*
5:00/6:00 pm – Joyful and Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary
6:00/7:00 pm – Holy Mass in Croatian
After Mass – Blessings of objects, Prayer for health of soul and body, Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary
Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament (Tue/Thu/Sat)
Veneration of the Holy Cross (Fri)
*(Summer time: June 1st to August 31st / Winter time: September 1st to May 31st)

Following Mass and breakfast, we are transferred to Split airport for our homebound flights or ongoing travel connections. (B)

This morning, we begin our pilgrimage day with Mass where we gather to entrust our day to the Lord.

Following Mass, we make our way to St Peter’s Square to join pilgrims from around the world for the General Audience with Pope Leo XIV.

Enjoy free time for lunch in the Vatican area. Take this opportunity to relax in one of the many cafés or trattorias nearby, savour a Roman meal, browse local shops, or simply soak in the atmosphere of this extraordinary place.

In the afternoon, we head to one of the most iconic landmarks of the ancient world – the Colosseum. During our guided tour, we step back nearly two thousand years as we explore the grand amphitheatre once filled with emperors, crowds, and the echoes of early Roman life. Here, we reflect on the courage of the early Christians, some of whom faced persecution during these turbulent times, and consider how their witness continues to inspire us today.

Rome overnight (BD)

We begin our day with Mass at St Peter’s Basilica, the heart of the Catholic Church and the site where countless pilgrims have encountered the living presence of Christ.

Following Mass, we make our way to the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of art, history, and faith. Wander through the spectacular galleries and chambers, each filled with masterpieces spanning centuries, culminating in the Sistine Chapel. Here, stand in awe before Michelangelo’s extraordinary frescoes, including the iconic Last Judgment and the ceiling depicting scenes from Genesis – a true testament to divine inspiration captured through human artistry.

After the museums, we return to St Peter’s Basilica for a guided tour of this monumental church, the largest in the world. Highlights include Michelangelo’s moving Pietà, the tomb of Pope St John Paul II, the grand Confessional, and the Crypt, which houses the tombs of numerous Popes, offering a profound sense of the Church’s continuity and sacred history.

Rome overnight (BD)

Today we visit the impressive St Mary Major Basilica, the largest Catholic Marian Church in Rome, dedicated to Our Blessed Mother, which also contains a relic from the manger of the infant Jesus. Onwards to the Basilica of St John in Lateran (First Papal residence) and the adjacent Holy Stairs brought from Jerusalem to Rome in 326AD by St Helena (as a favourite of pilgrims, these steps may only be ascended on the knees). Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme (Holy Cross) with its extraordinary collection of relics from the Holy Land.

Our afternoon is free to discover more sights of Rome – perhaps throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain before strolling to the Piazza Navona to soak up the vibrant atmosphere. Indulge in a gelato or enjoy a coffee while absorbing and admiring the history of this ancient city. Strolling through the streets is like walking through the pages of a history book.

This evening we will celebrate our final night in Rome at L’Eau Vive Restaurant. This fabulous French Restaurant is run by Carmelite Missionary Nuns who will actually sing the Ave Maria to us between courses!

Rome overnight (BD)

This morning, we visit the impressive Basilica of St Mary Major, one of Rome’s four major Papal basilicas and a true treasure of Christian art and devotion. Renowned for its exquisite mosaics, beautiful chapels, and rich history, the basilica also houses the tomb of the late Pope Francis and preserves relics of the manger of the Infant Jesus, making it a deeply significant site for prayer and reflection. We Take time to admire the stunning artwork, sacred relics, and offer personal prayer in this holy space.

We then continue to the historic Basilica of St John Lateran, the first papal residence and the cathedral church of the Diocese of Rome. This basilica is home to sacred relics of St Peter and St Paul and is a remarkable site for reflection on the history and leadership of the Church. Visitors can marvel at its grand architecture, intricate artworks, and the spiritual significance that has made it a key pilgrimage destination for centuries. Adjacent to the basilica are the Holy Stairs, brought from Jerusalem to Rome in 326AD by St Helena (as a favourite of pilgrims, these steps may only be ascended on the knees).

Our final stop is the Basilica of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme with its extraordinary collection of relics from the Holy Land. 

In the afternoon, we are transferred to Rome Airport for our flight connection to Split, Croatia. Here we will meet with our fellow pilgrims joining us in Medjugorje.

On arrival, we will be met and transferred to the apparition village of Medjugorje in Bosnia & Herzegovina. As our pilgrimage together begins, we prepare for a most extraordinary encounter of grace and peace over the coming days.

Medjugorje overnight (BD)