Does your community or organization wish to take part in the Ostension of the Body of Saint Francis of Assisi? Plan your pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi with experts in international religious travel.
For organized groups only — we do not work with individual requests.
This year, pilgrims from all over the world will gather in Assisi to take part in the extraordinary Ostension of the Body of Saint Francis of Assisi — a sacred event that takes place only on rare occasions.
For the first time in history, the crypt of the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi will be opened so that the faithful may venerate the remains of Saint Francis, as part of the 800th anniversary of his death.
This remarkable event invites everyone — parishes, religious communities, and individual pilgrims — to find in Assisi a place of prayer, silence, fraternity, and inner renewal.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pray before the saint who transformed the Church through humility, love, and service. Request a program for your group.
Highlights of the Journey
Participation in the Ostension of the Body of Saint Francis at the Lower Basilica.
Celebration of Masses in the main basilicas of Rome and Assisi.
Visits to the Vatican, the Porziuncola, and the tombs of Saints Peter, Paul, and Clare.
Private transportation, tour escort, and spiritual guidance throughout the pilgrimage.
Comprehensive land services, backed by over 30 years of trusted experience.
About the Ostension
For the first time in eight hundred years, the faithful from around the world will be able to venerate up close the incorrupt body of Saint Francis of Assisi, exceptionally transferred from his crypt to the papal altar of the Lower Basilica.
This extended public ostension — taking place from February 22 to March 22, 2026, as part of the 800th anniversary of his death — will be a historic moment of grace, prayer, and universal communion.
A unique opportunity to experience the living message of Francis: humility, peace, and love for all creation.
Why Choose Catholic Pilgrimage for Your Pilgrimage?
Catholic Pilgrimage forma parte de GTS World, un operador turístico católico con sede en Roma y más de 30 años de experiencia en peregrinaciones y viajes culturales.
Organizamos itinerarios completos para parroquias, diócesis, comunidades religiosas y agencias de viajes.
Desde la planificación hasta la ejecución, nuestro equipo acompaña a cada grupo con profesionalismo, fe y hospitalidad.
Is your parish or travel agency interested in taking part in this historic event?
Contact us* to receive the full program.
To help us prepare the best possible proposal, please include as many details as you can about your group — approximate dates, number of participants, preferred type of accommodation, etc. It is essential to indicate the name of the parish, religious community, or travel agency you represent or wish to organize the pilgrimage with. We only process requests from organized groups.
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