God is inspiring
July 29th to August 7th, 2023
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Join the Archdiocese of Indianapolis and Verse Ministries for one of the most epic and inspiring weeks your faith will ever witness. Join millions of young Catholics in celebrating the life of faith God has called you to live. You will never experience God, the Church, or your faith the same way again.
trip details
Group type and size
Archdiocese of Indianapolis, at least 50 pilgrims
activity level
Difficult
Longo
10 days, 9 nights
accommodations
Pattern
Down payment:
$ 300
what is included
Dedicated pilgrim leader complemented by local guides
Round-trip flights from the US to Portugal
daily fair
One-day pilgrimage to Fátima including guide, transport, earphones, Mass and meals as listed in the itinerary
Private bus transportation and airport/hotel transfers
All tickets and donations for activities listed in the itinerary, including World Youth Day registration fees
standard accommodations
Daily breakfast, WYD meal voucher and welcome/farewell dinner
Travel Insured International's Student Deluxe Group Plan post-departure benefits have been purchased by Verso on behalf of each Pilgrim (US residents only).
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prices
Package cost (excluding savings)
Optional
Late registration fee (after December 1, 2022) | $450/person |
Individual supplement (on request) | $749/person |
Land-only package (flights not included) | Save $1,620/person |
Early extension to Rome | $999/person |
Single supplement before extension | $363/person |
Travel Protection Upgrades | Offers on request* |
Prices are per person sharing and include round-trip airfare from the United States to Portugal. Final prices may be adjusted based on actual airfare, WYD registration fees and/or significant changes in exchange rates.
All entries made after 12/1/2022 will incur a late entry fee of $450/person.
The number of single rooms available is limited.
*travel protectionUpgrade prices are calculated based on the total cost of the trip.
Prices are based on a minimum of 50 paying pilgrims.
- Passport, visa or baggage fees
- All personal purchases
- Meals during the trip and all meals not specified in the itinerary
- drinks with meals
- Any necessary COVID tests or vaccines
- Gratuities for pilgrim leaders, guides, drivers and meals
- Enhanced trip protection
- Anything else not specifically mentioned as included
Group flight information
You will receive more information about the group flight approximately 9 months before departure.
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Reported arrival and departure times
- arrival information
- Arrival by: July 29, 2023
- Arrival time: TBD
- Arrival airport: TBD
- Arrival transfer: Pilgrims arriving on July 29th will be transferred in a group from the airport to the hotel.
- departure information
- Departure: August 7, 2023
- Departure time: open
- Departure airport: TBD
- Departure Transfer: Pilgrims departing on August 7th will be transferred to the airport in a group.
standard accommodations
- Rome: 3 star hotel centrally located
- Lisbon: 3-star hotel centrally located
Rome's early extension
July 27 to 31, 2023 (5 days / 4 nights)
Preis:$999/person sharing
Prices assume at least 40 paying pilgrims; Prices per person in double bedroom.
Individual supplement:$363/person
The number of single rooms available is limited.
Standard Accommodations:
Rome: 3 star hotel centrally located
The extension includes:
- Flight from Rome to Lisbon (July 30, 2023)
- Pilgrim leaders (groups of 40 or more pilgrims)
- Professional English-speaking local guides
- private transport
- All tickets and activities for Included Activities listed in the Itinerary
- simple accommodation
- Breakfast, 2 lunches and 1 dinner daily
Extension does not include:
- Passport, visa or baggage fees
- All personal purchases
- Meals en route or meals not specified in the itinerary
- drinks with meals
- Any necessary COVID tests or vaccines
- Gratuities for guides, drivers and meals
- Enhanced trip protection
- Anything else not specifically mentioned as included
To secure your spot, Verso Ministries requires a non-refundable deposit of $300 per person. All balances are due by April 1, 2023. Here is your group payment schedule:
- Deposit upon registration - $300/person
- October 1, 2022 - 15% of the package
- November 1, 2022 - 15% of the package
- December 1, 2022 - 15% of the package
- January 1, 2023 - 15% of the package
- February 1, 2023 - 15% of the package
- March 1, 2023 - 15% of the package
- April 1, 2023 – final balance sheet
Final package price is estimated. Prices are based on the December 2021 exchange rate. Any drastic fluctuations in exchange rates, taxes and flight fees (if applicable) or WYD registration fees may affect final prices for pilgrims. If you have any questions about pricing and when final pricing decisions will be announced, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time.
cancellation policy
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to Verso Ministries and received by email or post. Any refunds will be processed based on the date of the email or postage received. Cancellation fees are charged per person and per booking. Cancellation fees apply to individual pilgrims who cancel their reservation or organize groups if the initial number of pilgrims decreases and the group size changes.
Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds will incur cancellation fees at the prices listed here.
- After Deposit: Deposit will be held ($300 per person)
- May 1, 2022 to June 30, 2022: $1,000 per person
- July 1, 2022 to September 30, 2022: $1,500 per person
- October 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022: $2,500 per person
- January 1, 2023 to March 31, 2023: $3,500 per person
- April 1, 2023 or later: 100% of travel expenses (no refunds)
Any cancellation fees incurred by other suppliers or providers (flight, accommodation, ground transportation, tickets, WYD registration, etc.) may apply in addition to the administrative fees listed here. All group flight tickets, optional excursions, travel options, pre/post booking extensions, private transfers and additional hotel nights are non-refundable 180 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise stated.
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Common questions
The sooner you register for the pilgrimage, the better! Not only does registering guarantee you a place on the pilgrimage before departure sells out, but if you are one of the first 20 pilgrims to register, you will receive the early registration discount. Also, there is no risk for 14 days after registration if you have to cancel (registration at least 180 days before departure). So let's say you sign up for a pilgrimage, but then find you can no longer attend, as long as you cancel your pilgrimage within 14 days of registration and register more than 180 days before departure, then we'll refund your deposit, no questions asked. . Just send us written confirmation of your cancellation and we'll take care of the rest. The sooner you register, the sooner your trip begins. Sign up today!
There is no risk! Your deposit will be fully refunded if you cancel within 14 days of registration and register more than 180 days or more before departure. No risk, why wait? Sign up today!
Registration ends when the pilgrimage reaches the maximum number of pilgrims. If the pilgrimage is fully booked when you register, you will be placed on our waiting list and contacted if space is available on the pilgrimage. Don't miss the chance, register now and start your journey.
We strongly recommend that all pilgrims purchase travel protection. Travel protection not only serves to ensure safety, but it also protects you and your fellow travelers from unforeseen emergencies, which always seem to strike at the worst possible time. Travel insurance can help with pre- and mid-travel emergencies and other circumstances such as travel delays, lost luggage, missed connections and more. Upon registering, you will receive a travel protection offer. If you have any questions about your offer, please contact the issuing company. If you require an updated or new listing, please contact us athallo@versoministries.comor call 574-383-9396. We are happy to help!
Incorporating optional add-ons into your pilgrimage can really enhance your experience, whether it's an optional extension or arranging an extra night's accommodation in advance so you're well rested when the pilgrimage begins. If you would like to add optional arrangements as listed above, please email us athallo@versoministries.comor call 574-383-9396.
A pilgrimage, in its simplest form, is a journey of faith. This means that a pilgrimage can be anything from a city tour to an encounter with Jesus in the Holy Land. For Catholics, it's a journey of faith that people have taken for hundreds or even thousands of years, often in the same places you can visit today. It's an opportunity to experience the places where God has made His presence most known in time and space, whether it's where Jesus walked, where Mary appeared, or where saints lived and worked.
At Verso, we believe in planning pilgrimages that give you a glimpse into God's world and His work that you can't find anywhere else. We believe that everything from the holy sites to meals to the daily Mass for your fellow pilgrims are ways of God speaking to you, which means we approach everything with purpose. We also believe that a pilgrimage is not just the days you travel, but how you prepare from the moment you sign up until the days and weeks after you get home. This means that it is our intention to guide you through the entire process - before, during and after - so that you have the best and most transformative experience possible. We are not just travel experts, we are experts in Catholic pilgrimages.
We know from experience that preparing for a trip is just as important as the trip itself. Our aim is to ensure that you are physically, logistically and spiritually ready for your pilgrimage. You'll receive important emails that guide you through the process and provide you with ways to prepare your mind and heart for what's to come. A pre-trip webinar ensures you can stay in touch with your Verso guide, get trip-specific information and ask questions. We'll send you a Pilgrim's Kit which includes a comprehensive booklet for your journey along with some goodies on the back (such as a pouch, pen and sticker) to take with you on your pilgrimage. And, of course, we're always available by phone or email if you have any questions or special requests.