Shrines of Italy
From $2,887 per person twin share | 10 Days
From the hallowed Basilica of St. Francis to the glorious Sistine Chapel, discover why Italy is a bastion of Catholicism. Spend time at the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, the beloved saint’s hometown. Stay two nights in San Giovanni Rotondo. Reflect at the Grotto of Michael the Archangel. Discover the cathedral of Salerno and the abbey of Montecassino. Explore the burial sites of the Catacombs where the early Christians hid and venerated their dead. Attend the weekly Papal audience and receive the blessing given by the Holy Father. Discover Michelangelo’s Last Judgment mural and explore St. Peter’s Basilica. See the world’s most inspirational sites and relics on a journey through the rolling hills and lively cities of Italy.
Travel Period: Jan 2026 - Jun 2027
Activity Level: 3 - Active
Travel Style: Faith Travel
Shrines of Italy
Highlights
- Rome
- Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
- Holy House of Nazareth in Loreto
- San Giovanni Rotondo
- Tomb of Padre Pio
- Tomb of Saint Matthew the Apostle in Salerno
- Abbey of Montecassino
- Catacombs
- Papal Audience
- Christian Rome City Tour
- Vatican City
- St. Peter’s Basilica
Accommodation
- 4 Handpicked Accommodations
Dining
- 15 Meals - 9 Breakfasts & 6 Dinners
Must-See Inclusions
- Venture underground to the catacombs of Rome, where early Christians hid and buried their dead.
- Discover the Holy House of Nazareth and the beautiful Madonna of Loreto.
- Join a local expert for a fascinating tour of Assisi.
Cultural Experiences
- Attend the weekly Papal audience in the Vatican City.
- Spend time at the renowned Abbey of Montecassino, founded by St. Benedict.
- Visit the Holy Stairs, believed to be the steps that Christ climbed when he appeared before Pontius Pilate.
*Pre-Night Extension
Day 1 Rome
Day 2 Assisi
Day 3 Assisi
Day 4 San Giovanni Rotondo
Day 5 San Giovanni Rotondo
Day 6 Campania
Day 7 Rome
Day 8 Rome
Day 9 Rome
Day 10 Tour Ends
Day 1 Mestre (Post-Tour Extension)
Day 2 Mestre (Post-Tour Extension)
Day 3 Extension Ends
- Day Trip to Florence (Day 3 | Florence) $139.00 pp
The beautiful city of Florence is a gem in the crown of the renowned region of Tuscany, and its capital city should not be missed. Enjoy a full day of sightseeing as a local expert highlights such treasures as the Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and Piazza del Duomo. Here, stand before the massive Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, with its imposing dome and the gilded “Gates of Paradise,” the bronze doors adorning the neighboring Baptistery. Before your return to Assisi, take some time at leisure to savor the local flavors of this region and shop in the wonderful boutiques and acclaimed handicraft shops that Florence offers.
- Visit the Historic Ruins of Pompeii (Day 6 | Pompeii) $126.00 pp
Experience the eerie pull of history as you walk through Pompeii, the excavated ruins of a Roman city at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Discover what was buried under more than 60 feet of ash and pumice, sealing history away until it was discovered in the mid-1700s. The walking tour begins at Porta Marina, the city gate leading to the sea. Ascend to the Forum, which was once the core of daily life in the city, as well as Pompeii’s main place of citizen worship. Along the way, see the theatres, bath complex, and plaster casts while a local expert guides you through Pompeian life and history.
- Shrines of Italy Tour Gratuities ($231.00 pp)
Travelers departing from Australia & New Zealand can choose to pre-pay gratuities for their Tour Manager, driver(s), cruise staff when applicable, and local guides including those on optional tours. Gratuities for airport transfers, tour extensions, and any services not purchased through Collette are the responsibility of the traveler. In select cases where partner cruise lines automatically charge gratuities for cruise staff to traveler staterooms, Collette does not collect or distribute crew tips on behalf of the traveler.
Post Tour Extension - Mestre Extension $1,500.00 pp
Complete your spiritual journey through Italy with a 2-night Extension to Venice & St. Anthony of Padua. Place your hand on Saint Anthony's tomb during a devotional visit to Padua's Basilica. Enjoy a full day tour of Venice. Visit Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration. Then explore St. Mark’s Basilica, which enshrines the body of Saint Mark the Evangelist under the high altar. The extension is lead by a Collette Tour Manager and includes daily breakfast and 1 dinner. You will be accomodated in Mestre on the Venetian mainland or choose to stay an extra night in Rome.
Guided Experience the destination with a full itinerary planned for you. You’ll be joined by a dedicated Tour Manager and enjoy planned local experiences and sightseeing. In addition, your accommodations, daily breakfast, and any transfers to connect with your main tour are included. (The Tour Manager for your extension may or may not be the same person as your main tour.)- Day 1 - Dinner (Rome - Padua - Mestre)
Start your morning with a transfer to Padua and spend time in the Basilica of Saint Anthony. A sprawling church of iconic domes, this Franciscan sanctuary is visited by millions of pilgrims each year. You will have the option of celebrating Mass here. End your day in the city of Mestre, nestled along the coast of mainland Venice. Settle in for a 2-night stay, your gateway to the Venetian lagoon. This evening, experience the flavours of the region with a relaxing dinner at your hotel. - Day 2 - Breakfast (Murano Island - Venice - Mestre)
Enjoy a full day tour of Venice. Start your day with a boat trip* to Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration. After getting a glimpse into the local culture, make your way to St. Mark’s Square and join a local expert for a walking tour. You’ll explore this famous square and St. Mark’s Basilica, which enshrines the body of Saint Mark the Evangelist under the high altar. Although Saint Mark was originally buried in Egypt, legend claims that two Venetian merchants stole the saint’s body from Alexandria and relocated him to Venice in the early 1800s. You will have the option of celebrating Mass here. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the canals on your own before returning to your hotel on the mainland. - Day 3 - Breakfast (Mestre - Extension Ends)
Say goodbye to Italy as your extension comes to a close today.
Pre Night Stay - Hotel-Cardinal Hotel St Peter $140.00 pp
- Day 1 - Dinner (Rome - Padua - Mestre)
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