Marian Apparition Sites of Europe
Our signature pilgrimage to Our Lady's holiest shrines — Fátima, Lourdes, and Zaragoza's Our Lady of the Pillar — with the great cathedrals of Madrid and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona.
Request details →Catholic Pilgrimages · Especially for Young Believers
Walk where the saints walked.
Encounter the love of Christ.
Via Fidelis leads faith-centered pilgrimages — especially for young Catholics — to the great Marian shrines of Europe and the holy city of Rome. We handle every detail, so you're free to pray, to encounter Christ, and to come home changed.
Marian shrines · Rome · World Youth Day · Led with prayer & purpose
“Come, follow me.” — Matthew 4:19
Our Pilgrimages
Choose your sacred journey
Each pilgrimage is built around daily Mass, prayer, and the holy sites that shaped our faith — with special access to shrines and cathedrals many travelers never get to see.
Rome & the Eternal City
St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican, the tombs of the Apostles, and the great basilicas — walking the very heart of the Church.
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World Youth Day — Seoul 2027
Join millions of young Catholics from around the world for World Youth Day in Seoul — with a possible extension to Japan. Be first to know when dates and pricing are set.
Join the interest list →Private & youth-group pilgrimages
Parishes, youth ministries, and families — we design custom journeys around your community. Tell us where the Lord is calling you.
Plan a Custom TripEvery pilgrimage includes
- ✦ Round-trip airfare
- ✦ Hotels & daily breakfast
- ✦ Private transportation
- ✦ Transit passes when needed
- ✦ Expert guided tours
- ✦ Special access to shrines & cathedrals
- ✦ Select group dinners
- ✦ Daily Mass & prayer
Not included
- · Most lunches & dinners
- · Travel insurance (required)
- · Personal expenses
Prices typically range $3,500–$4,500, depending on destination and dates.
Our Story
It began with one young pilgrim's encounter
Via Fidelis was born from a moment that changed my life. At eighteen — fresh out of high school and weighed down by anxiety about what God wanted of me — I made a pilgrimage to Fátima for World Youth Day. There, through the intercession of Our Lady, the Lord revealed to me the greatness of His love. I came home with a fire to serve Him.
That fire became a life of preaching and youth ministry — and a longing to give other young people the very encounter I had been given. So I began leading pilgrimages, especially for young Catholics, and watched person after person discover their purpose in the Church and in their everyday life.
Via Fidelis exists for one reason: so the next young pilgrim can stand where I stood — and meet the same Lord.
- ✦ Founded by a pilgrim, for pilgrims — especially the young
- ✦ Centered on daily Mass, prayer & Our Lady's intercession
- ✦ Special access to shrines & cathedrals many never see
Why Travel With Us
Pilgrimage, done right
Spiritually led
Every trip is centered on prayer, Mass, and the sacraments — a journey for the soul, not a checklist of sights.
Built for young hearts
Especially welcoming to young Catholics — real fellowship, personal attention, and a pace that lets you actually pray.
Licensed & insured
We work with established, insured local operators and require travel protection — so you can focus on the journey.
Everything handled
Flights, hotels, transport, guides, and entries — all arranged. You bring your heart; we handle the logistics.
For Group Leaders
Bring your parish, school, or youth group
Leading young people closer to Christ is the very heart of Via Fidelis. We'll build a custom pilgrimage around your community, handle every logistic, and help your group prepare spiritually. You shepherd — we'll carry the details.
Plan a group pilgrimage- ✦ Custom itineraries for parishes, schools & youth ministries
- ✦ Special group rates
- ✦ Spiritual preparation materials for your pilgrims
- ✦ Daily Mass & a Catholic, encounter-first pace
Moments of Grace
From our pilgrimages
Real moments from World Youth Day, Rome, and the holy shrines of Europe.
Why We Do This
Lives changed, one pilgrimage at a time
Since our very first journey, young Catholics have come home transformed — many discovering their vocation, their purpose, and a deeper friendship with Christ. That is the whole reason Via Fidelis exists.
Pilgrim testimonials coming soon.
How It Works
Your pilgrimage in three steps
1
Choose your journey
Browse our pilgrimages or request a custom trip. We'll send dates, pricing, and a full day-by-day itinerary.
2
Reserve your place
Secure your spot with a deposit. We guide you through documents, travel insurance, and preparation.
3
Travel & encounter Christ
Join our group and walk the holy sites in prayer. Everything is handled — you just show up and open your heart.
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Who are these pilgrimages for?
Everyone is welcome, but we have a special heart for young Catholics — many of our pilgrims are young adults and youth groups. Families, couples, and parishes travel with us too.
What's included in the price?
Round-trip airfare, hotels with daily breakfast, private transportation and transit passes, expert guided tours, special access to select shrines and cathedrals, and some group dinners. Most lunches and dinners, travel insurance, and personal expenses are not included.
Do I need to be very fit?
Our pilgrimages involve a fair amount of walking and standing, sometimes on uneven ground. We'll tell you the activity level for each trip honestly so you can choose what fits you.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes. For your protection, we require every traveler to carry travel insurance that includes emergency medical and medical evacuation coverage. We'll point you to trusted options.
What about passports and entry requirements?
You'll need a passport valid for at least six months beyond travel. Starting in late 2026, U.S. and other visa-free travelers will also need an approved ETIAS authorization to enter Europe — we'll guide you through it before you go.
Can you organize a private trip for my parish or youth group?
Absolutely — custom pilgrimages for parishes, youth ministries, and families are one of our specialties. Reach out and we'll design it with you.
Begin Your Journey
Request trip information
Tell us a little about what you're looking for and we'll be in touch with dates, pricing, and a full itinerary. No pressure — just a conversation.