Medjugorje & the Spiritual Treasures of Herzegovina
May 7 - 15, 2027
Međugorje
DATES
May 7 - 15, 2027
PLACE
Međugorje
Spend eight nights in Medjugorje on a true pilgrimage of prayer, reflection, and encounter. Traveling during May—the month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary—offers a special opportunity to deepen our devotion to Our Lady in one of the world’s best-known Marian pilgrimage sites. Coinciding with Mother’s Day weekend in the United States, this pilgrimage also provides a meaningful opportunity to honor our mothers, remember those who have gone before us, and entrust ourselves and our families to Mary’s loving intercession.
Guided by an exceptional local guide who has lived in a nearby village since the earliest days of the reported apparitions, you’ll gain firsthand insight into the region’s history and spiritual life. Along with prayer on Apparition Hill and Cross Mountain and participation in the evening prayer program at St. James Church, you’ll discover that the story of Medjugorje extends far beyond the village itself.
Unlike many pilgrimages that remain almost entirely within Medjugorje, this journey invites you to discover the rich Catholic heritage of Herzegovina through extraordinary encounters and unique experiences. Travel through the beautiful countryside to historic shrines and villages, visit the Shrine of the Croatian Martyrs and the Shrine of St. Anthony, visit one of Herzegovina’s beautiful waterfalls and enjoy a traditional local lunch beside its rushing waters, share authentic local cuisine in a centuries-old cottage that holds an important place in the region’s Catholic history, and encounter the people whose lives and ministries have been shaped by Medjugorje—including the Holy Father’s representative in Medjugorje, local Franciscans, visionaries when available, and other faithful men and women whose personal stories offer a deeper understanding of the region’s enduring faith.
As Our Lady is reported to have said on June 26, 1981, “I have come because there are many true believers here. I wish to be with you to convert and to reconcile the whole world.” Through these extraordinary encounters and unique experiences—especially by stepping beyond Medjugorje itself—you will begin to understand more deeply what Our Lady meant by “true believers,” and why this region continues to be a place of prayer, conversion, and hope for pilgrims from every corner of the world.
Pilgrimage Highlights
- Spend eight nights in the heart of Medjugorje at one of the village’s finest family-owned hotels, just a five-minute walk from St. James Church. Enjoy warm hospitality and delicious homemade meals throughout your pilgrimage.
- Celebrate daily Mass and participate in the parish’s Evening Program at St. James Church, including the Holy Rosary, Holy Mass, and, depending on the day, Eucharistic Adoration or Veneration of the Holy Cross.
- Climb Apparition Hill and Cross Mountain (Mount Križevac), the two most significant prayer sites in Medjugorje.
- Journey with an exceptional local guide who has lived in a nearby village since the earliest days of the reported apparitions, sharing firsthand stories and insights into the region’s history and spiritual life.
- Visit Široki Brijeg and the Franciscan Monastery and Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, where you will learn the inspiring story of the Martyrs of Široki Brijeg, whose heroic witness continues to inspire the faithful today
- Visit St. Elijah Church in Tihaljina, where Fr. Jozo Zovko faithfully served after his imprisonment. Here we’ll pray before the beautiful statue of Our Lady of Grace, whose striking resemblance to the descriptions of Our Lady given by the Medjugorje visionaries has inspired pilgrims from around the world.
- Travel through the beautiful countryside of Bosnia and Herzegovina to visit the Franciscan Shrine of St. Anthony in Humac, one of the region’s most beloved pilgrimage sites.
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Mostar, visit the Cathedral of Mary, Mother of the Church, stroll through the charming Old Town, and marvel at the iconic Old Bridge spanning the Neretva River.
- Visit the Cenacolo Community and hear inspiring testimonies of lives transformed through faith, hope, and the healing power of God.
- Visit the Cenacolo Community and hear inspiring testimonies of lives transformed through faith, hope, and the healing power of God.
- Spend time at the Oasis of Peace, a community dedicated to prayer, silence, Eucharistic adoration, and reconciliation.
- Visit the Blue Cross, the miraculous Risen Christ Statue, and the Chapel of St. Sharbel, beloved places of prayer surrounding St. James Church.
- Visit the Divine Mercy Shrine in Šurmanci, a peaceful church belonging to the Parish of Medjugorje.
- Enjoy a traditional Herzegovinian lunch at the historic St. Blaise Cottage, part of the oldest parish in the Brotnjo region.
- Visit the oldest parish in the Brotnjo region, the mother parish from which Medjugorje was later established.
- Visit the oldest winery in the region.
- Meet priests, religious, and local residents whose personal stories provide a unique window into the enduring faith of Medjugorje and the Catholic heart of Herzegovina.
- Enjoy lunch on your own at a beautiful riverside restaurant overlooking the Trebižat River near Kravica Waterfalls, experiencing the hospitality and cuisine of Herzegovina.
- If available, meet one of the Medjugorje visionaries and hear a personal witness to the events that have shaped this remarkable place.
- If available, meet the Apostolic Visitor to the Parish of Medjugorje, appointed by the Holy Father, for a unique perspective on the Church’s pastoral mission in Medjugorje.
Pilgrimage Overview
Day 1: Fri, May 7, 2027
Welcome to Croatia and Medjugorje!
Upon arrival at the Split airport, you will be met by your pilgrimage leader and transferred by private motorcoach through the beautiful countryside of Herzegovina to the peaceful village of Medjugorje. After checking into our hotel and settling into our rooms, we will gather for an orientation walk through the grounds of St. James Church, becoming familiar with the heart of the parish that will be our spiritual home throughout the week.
Later, we will join pilgrims from around the world for the Evening Program at St. James Church. Following the Evening Program, we will enjoy a welcome dinner at our hotel as we begin our pilgrimage together in this remarkable place of prayer, peace, and conversion.
Overnight: Medjugorje | Dinner Included
Day 2: Sat May 8, 2027
Where Medjugorje’s Story Began: The Mother Parish of Medjugorje
After breakfast at our hotel, we will attend English Mass at St. James Church, followed by free time for personal prayer, quiet reflection, or exploring the village of Medjugorje.
Today for lunch, we journey to the Parish of St. Blaise in Gradnići, the oldest parish in the Brotnjo region and the mother parish from which Medjugorje was later established. Here we’ll explore the historic parish house, built in 1825, visit its hidden chapel dating from the Ottoman era, and descend into the oldest wine cellar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We’ll then gather for a traditional Herzegovinian lunch at the historic St. Blaise Cottage, where centuries of Catholic faith, hospitality, and community continue to be celebrated.
As we share this authentic local meal, we’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the enduring faith and rich traditions that have shaped the Catholic heart of Herzegovina for generations.Throughout the week, we also plan to encounter priests, religious, and local residents whose personal stories offer a deeper understanding of Medjugorje and its continuing spiritual impact. Later, we will join fellow pilgrims from around the world for the Evening Program at St. James Church. Afterward, we will enjoy dinner together at our hotel.
Overnight: Medjugorje |Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 3: Sun May 9, 2027
Walking Where It All Began
After breakfast at our hotel, we will attend English Mass at St. James Church. We will then enjoy a guided walking tour of the church grounds, including the miraculous Risen Christ Statue and the Chapel of St. Sharbel.
In the afternoon, we will make our pilgrimage to Apparition Hill, the site of Our Lady’s first reported apparitions, where we will pray the Rosary together. Those who prefer not to make the climb may remain at the Blue Cross, a beloved place of prayer where Our Lady later appeared to the visionaries on numerous occasions.
Later, we will join fellow pilgrims from around the world for the Evening Program at St. James Church.
Overnight: Medjugorje | Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included
Day 4: Mon May 10, 2027
Witnesses to the Faith
After breakfast at our hotel, we will depart Medjugorje for Široki Brijeg, home to the Franciscan Monastery and Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Here, we will celebrate Holy Mass before learning the inspiring story of the Martyrs of Široki Brijeg, the Franciscan friars who gave their lives rather than abandon their faith during World War II.
Before our return for lunch, we’ll visit the Divine Mercy Shrine in Šurmanci, a peaceful church belonging to the Parish of Medjugorje. Here we’ll pray before the renowned image of the Merciful Jesus, venerate the relics of Saint Faustina and Saint John Paul II, and pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet, entrusting our families and loved ones to the infinite mercy of Christ.
Later, we will join fellow pilgrims from around the world for the Evening Program at St. James Church.
Overnight: Medjugorje |Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 5: TUES May 11, 2027
Discovering the Heart of Herzegovina
After breakfast at our hotel, we will attend English Mass at St. James Church before departing for a day of discovery beyond Medjugorje.
Today, we will journey to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Mostar. We will visit the Cathedral of Mary, Mother of the Church, the seat of the Diocese of Mostar-Duvno, before exploring the charming Old Town, strolling its cobblestone streets, and admiring the iconic Old Bridge spanning the emerald waters of the Neretva River.
There will be free time to enjoy lunch on your own, browse the local shops, or simply experience the beauty and unique blend of cultures that has shaped this remarkable city.
Later, we will return to Medjugorje and join the Evening Program at St. James Church.
Overnight: Medjugorje |Breakfast and Dinner Included. Lunch on Your Own.
Day 6: Wed May 12, 2027
Franciscan Heritage & the Beauty of Creation
After breakfast at our hotel, we will attend English Mass at St. James Church before departing for another day through the beautiful countryside of Herzegovina.
Our first stop will be the Franciscan Shrine of St. Anthony in Humac, one of the oldest and most beloved shrines in the region.
We continue on to St. Elijah Church in Tihaljina, where Fr. Jozo Zovko faithfully served after his imprisonment. Here we’ll pray before the beautiful statue of Our Lady of Grace, whose striking resemblance to the descriptions of Our Lady given by the Medjugorje visionaries has inspired pilgrims from around the world.
From Tihaljina, we will continue to Kravica Waterfalls, where you will have free time to enjoy lunch on your own at one of the riverside restaurants overlooking the beautiful Trebižat River, experiencing the warm hospitality and delicious cuisine of Herzegovina. Later, we will return to Medjugorje and join the Evening Program at St. James Church.
Overnight: Medjugorje | Breakfast and Dinner Included. Lunch on Your Own
Day 7: Thur May 13, 2026
The Fruits of Medjugorje
After breakfast at our hotel, we will attend English Mass at St. James Church before setting out for another day of discovery in and around Medjugorje.
Today, we will visit the Cenacolo Community, where members share moving testimonies of faith, healing, and transformation through God’s grace. We will also visit Mother’s Village and the Oasis of Peace, communities dedicated to caring for those in need and fostering lives of prayer and reconciliation.
As opportunities permit, we also hope to meet one of the Medjugorje visionaries, the Apostolic Visitor to the Parish of Medjugorje, or participate in another special encounter made possible through our guide’s longstanding relationships within the community. Later, we will return to St. James Church to join the Evening Program.
Overnight: Medjugorje | Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 8: Fri May 14, 2027
The Way of the Cross
After breakfast at our hotel, we will attend English Mass at St. James Church, followed by time for personal prayer and reflection.
Following lunch, we will make our pilgrimage to Cross Mountain (Mount Križevac), praying the Stations of the Cross as we ascend this sacred mountain overlooking Medjugorje. For those who prefer not to make the climb, one of our pilgrimage leaders will lead the Stations of the Cross at the outdoor stations near St. James Church, providing a beautiful opportunity to unite in prayer and share in the spiritual graces of the day.
Later, we will gather one final time with the local parish community for the Evening Program at St. James Church. Following the Evening Program, we will enjoy our farewell dinner together, giving thanks for the many blessings and graces received throughout our pilgrimage.
Overnight: Medjugorje | Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included.
Day 9: Sat May 15, 2027
Homeward Bound with Renewed Hearts…
Early this morning, we will depart Medjugorje by private motorcoach for our group transfer to the airport. Our departure is scheduled for approximately 4:00 a.m. for pilgrims with flights departing after 8:00 a.m., allowing ample time for check-in before the group’s return flight home.
If your flight departs later in the day, you may choose to remain in Medjugorje and enjoy a more leisurely morning before arranging a private transfer to the airport. We will be happy to assist you in arranging this transfer. In most cases, several pilgrims have later departures and are able to share a private transfer, allowing the cost to be shared. The cost of any private transfer is the responsibility of the participating pilgrims.
As we journey home, we pray that the graces received during these sacred days will continue to bear fruit in our lives and that Our Lady, Queen of Peace, will always lead us closer to her Son.
Breakfast Included.
Tour Details & Guidelines
Air Travel:
This pilgrimage is offered as a Land Only Package. Participants are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of their own air travel for the Medjugorje & the Spiritual Treasures of Herzegovina pilgrimage. After you book, you will receive the name and contact information of our recommended travel agent.
Arrival Information:
Airport: St. Jerome Airport Split, Croatia (SPU)
Date: Friday, May 7, 2027 (Day 1 of the pilgrimage)
Flight Arrival Time: Before 1:00 PM (Local Time) This arrival time allows approximately one hour to pass through passport control and retrieve baggage before the group transfer.
Transfer: Group transfer from the airport to the hotel in Medjugorje
It is strongly recommended that participants consider arriving on Thursday, May 6, 2027, one day before Day 1 of the pilgrimage, Friday, May 7, 2027. Arriving early allows time to rest and offers greater flexibility in selecting flight options.
Participants who wish to arrive before Day 1 (Friday, May 7, 2027) should book their accommodations at the designated pre-pilgrimage hotel. The cost of any additional nights is the participant’s responsibility. On Day 1, the group transfer will depart from the designated hotel and will also pick up participants arriving at the airport.
Departure Information:
Airport: St. Jerome Airport Split, Croatia (SPU)
Date: Saturday, May 15, 2027 (Day 9 of the pilgrimage)
Flight Departure Time: After 8:00 AM (Local Time)
Transfer: The group transfer from Medjugorje to the airport will depart at 4:00 a.m. This schedule accommodates flights departing at 8:00 a.m. or later.
Only one (1) group transfer from the hotel to the airport is provided. To participate in this transfer, your flight must depart at or after 8:00 AM.If your flight departs later in the day and you prefer a private transfer to the airport, we will be happy to arrange one for you before the pilgrimage begins. Private transfers must be arranged in advance and are the participant’s responsibility.
Recommended Travel Agency:
For booking flights, we recommend using an experienced travel agency. They will handle your airline reservations and forward the details to our office, ensuring a seamless process. You will receive the contact information for Inside the Vatican Pilgrimages’ recommended seasoned travel agent in your Welcome Letter, which is sent immediately after you register. To get an idea of flight costs and availability, we recommend using Google Flights as a simple, helpful tool for initial research.is sent immediately after you register.