Catholic Pilgrimage – More than a Tour!

Pilgrimage is about more than a religious tour place: it’s a opportunity to open yourself to graces designed for you by the Holy Spirit, imparted in God’s perfect time. Respond to the call and join a Catholic pilgrimage with us – an adventure into the deep, rich heritage of Christ and his Church!

In the following video, you will hear from others why a Catholic Pilgrimage with Dr. Italy and the Crossroads Initiative is a pilgrimage like no other!

2024 Danube River Cruise

2024 Danube River Cruise

Pilgrimage October 20 – 30, 2024

 

Extension October 30 – November 3, 2024

 

 

2025 Holy Land Pilgrimages

2025 Holy Land Pilgrimages

April 28 – May 8, 2025

 

October 28 – November 6, 2025

 

 

Your Tour Experience

From transportation and lodging to meals and unique local experiences, we make your pilgrimage experience rich and engaging while leaving room for rest and prayer. Let us take care of the practical details so that you can have a memorable adventure!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Traveling overseas on pilgrimage can seem daunting, but with the right organizer, your experience can be safe, easy, and fulfilling. Check out our FAQ for answers to the most common pilgrimage questions.

  • “Dr. Italy led us on a prayerful, faith-filled journey that was also seasoned with humor and history. I feel blessed!”

    Jo Anne Kudla

  • “I went on this pilgrimage not knowing what to expect and came back very blessed. Still to this day when I hear the readings at mass I can envision the places they are talking about and see Jesus there. Life changing experience.”

    Judy Martinez, Dallas TX

  • “Dr. Italy’s historical insight, experience in the region, and cultural understanding brought the landscape and the Scriptures to life, helping me make sense of our ancient and mysterious Faith. Ten years later, I feel like I’m still receiving unexpected graces from the pilgrimage.”

    Marisa Beyer

  • “I enjoyed 10 days of Scripture coming alive! Good food, lodging, and met nice people.”

    Rita Robert

  • “My husband and I cherish the Holy Land pilgrimage and relive it every day and every time we read scripture. Thank you for a wonderful experience of a lifetime.”

    Sandy Lebow, Wichita Falls, TX

  • “Thank you for a fantastic Holy Land trip! I felt very sad to leave!”

    Lori Duffy

  • “Don’t be worried or scared going to the Holy Land, we NEVER felt unsafe. The BEST guides ever! The BEST trip we ever took! Two years later we still think of the amazing places we visited every time we hear the readings and the Gospel!”

    Pat & Lisa Quinn, Lewisville, TX

  • “Best trip of my life!”

    Erin Tobola, Forney, TX

  • “I so wished I could be there again. There isn't a part of my life that hasn't changed since my Holy Land experience. You bring so much to the pilgrimage. It was truly a privilege to travel with you!”

    Lisa Morris, College Station, TX

  • "Trip of a lifetime. So powerful to actually be in the places you hear about in scripture. Great blend of religious, political and historical information. I highly recommend this tour."

    Nancy Tuffin (Ft Worth, TX)

  • My trip was a Life-changing event. It was truly an amazing pilgrimage spiritually, physically, and emotionally. I will never, never be the same person who boarded that flight for Tel Aviv. She is gone!

    Betsy Moore

  • “I’m reading the Gospels again and I find them much richer now that I’ve ‘seen and touched.’”

    John Fraysier, Fairport New York

  • Best trip of my life! Absolutely incredible.

    Sally Smith

  • “The trip continues with us as we listen to the Gospels in church...we are transported to the Holy Land each time!”

    Dorothy & Helen Ann Pubylski (Fort Lee, New Jersey)

What makes a Crossroads Pilgrimage different?

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Depth of Insight

Our primary pilgrimage guide will be Dr. Italy, a widely respected professor of biblical interpretation and church history and a New York Times best-selling author who has been leading Catholic pilgrimages for over twenty years.

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Cultural Richness

Connection with the locals through colorful culinary experiences, folk-dancing, and friendship with a local Catholic guide whose Christian family has dwelt in the land for centuries.

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Spiritual Experience

We will visit many amazing sites on each pilgrimage, but the pace will be peaceful so as to maximize our experience of the presence of God in the holy places.

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