Frassati's Canonization
Join us for the NEW CANONIZATION DATE of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati in Rome! Witness the historic event when Frassati is declared a saint with people from all over the world. Afterwards, in true Frassati spirit, we will head to the alps after a visit to Assisi. Visit several places dear to Pier Giorgio like Turin, Pollone, and the Sanctuary of Oropa. This pilgrimage is great opportunity to increase your faith, explore Italy, and celebrate the canonization.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Walking through the Holy Doors of the Major Basilicas of Rome during the Jubilee Year 2025
- Hiking Mount Mucrone in the footsteps of Pier Giorgio
- Hiking on the Way of St. Francis from Spello to Assisi
ITINERARY
Rome
Days 1-3: Attend the canonization of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati in the piazza of St. Peter’s Basilica (pending ticket availability) I Walk through the Holy Doors of the Major Roman Basilicas which will be opened for the Jubilee Year 2025 I Explore the eternal city seeing such monuments as the Trevi fountain, Pantheon, Colosseum, and the Circus Maximus
Assisi
Days 3-5: Transfer to Spello in the region of Umbria and begin hiking the Way of St. Francis, a path that connects the various places associated with the life of St. Francis I Visit the tombs of St. Francis and Clare of Assisi and marvel at the Basilicas dedicated to them I Pray at the tomb of Blessed Carlo Acutis (to be canonized on the same day as Pier Giorgio)
Turin
Days 5-7: Transfer to Turin I Visit the tomb of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati I Pray in front of the Shroud of Turin, the enclosed cloth which wrapped the body of Christ as he laid in the tomb I Explore the city and discover various places associated with the life of Pier Giorgio I Pray at the tomb of St. John Bosco
Pollone & the Sanctuary of Oropa
Days 7-9: Transfer to Pollone, the town where the Frassati family has their summer home I Transfer to the Sanctuary of Oropa where Frassati loved to visit I Hike Frassati’s beloved Mt. Mucrone I Take a dip in an alpine lake if you are feeling up for it I Closing mass and dinner with transport to the airport the next morning.
*Itinerary is subject to change
LODGING
We prioritize lodging in religious houses due to prayerful addition it makes to our pilgrimages. If these, aren’t available, we stay in hotels. Air conditioner is generally not available. ALP will send you a list of the lodgings before the trip.
Lodging Level: Standard. Single-room supplement available. Upgrades available.
EATING
We eat mainly at restaurants. Menus may be limited to fixed options or set menus. Some meals may be picnics. Breakfasts provided are in the local style (typically not as hearty as American style). We can accommodate most food allergies.
SUITCASES OR BACKPACKS
We will not be hiking with our backpacks (we will use a luggage transfer service) so you may bring luggage if you’d like, but we always recommend backpacks due to steps, hills, and cobblestones in the towns! We will provide a detailed packing list.
PRAYING
Prayer is at the heart of our pilgrimages. Daily mass, the liturgy of the hours, the rosary, and other prayer opportunities are available throughout the pilgrimage for you to join as you like.
FRASSATI’S CANONIZATION
$2,350
INCLUDES
• 8 nights lodging
• All breakfasts
• All dinners (with a drink)
• Ground transportation
• Airport shuttles at the beginning of the pilgrimage
• Outdoor activities (guides, rental equipment, tips)
• Pilgrimage materials (reading packet, prayer booklet, maps, group gear)
• Masses and other spiritual activities
• All tips and service charges to drivers, restaurants, etc.
DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Flights
• All lunches
• Single room supplement ($800)
• Fee if paying by credit card
• Anything else not listed
DATES
september 6-14,2025
Sign up deadline: July 20th, 2025
ACTIVITY LEVELS
Day 3: Hiking
Level 2: 6.7 miles, 900ft elevation gain. Daypack. Optional.
Day 6: Hiking
Level 4: 8.1 miles, 3,625 ft. elevation gain. Daypack. Optional
Click here to learn more about how we determine our activity levels. “Optional” means it is easy for you to skip the activity. Skipping or modifying other routes may be possible but not in an easy manner. Activities are weather-dependent. Distances may vary from the information given above
Details
Arrival
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO):. Staff or a private driver will be at airport the morning of arrival day (September 6th) to greet you. The official pilgrimage start time is 2pm- please arrive before then. Please wait to buy your plane tickets until you receive a trip confirmation from us.
Departure
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): We will be providing private group transportation to the airport with an estimated arrival time at 7:30am, so please do not buy your ticket before 9:30am on departure day (September 14th).
Transportation
We will be using a variety of transportation on this pilgrimage, both public and private. We will be using private taxis and shuttles, taxis, trains, and metros.
Insurance
Each pilgrim should have health insurance. We highly recommend purchasing traveler’s insurance as well.
Eligibility
Must be at least 18 years old or accompanied by a chaperone
Leaders
CHRISTOHER BAKER– Founder and Director of ALP
SIGNING UP
Step 1: Sign up
Fill out our short online form
Step 2: Registration
We will send you the registration packet to complete and send back to us
Step 3: Payment & Confirmation
Please wait to buy your plane ticket until you receive a confirmation