Day 1 - April 21, 2025: Depart Shannon, Arrive in Krakow
Depart from Shannon Airport for your flight to Krakow. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Krakow, where you will check in for a 4-night stay. Begin with a walking tour of Krakow's historic Old Town, visiting the Church of St. Florian, where Blessed John Paul II began his ministry. See the Barbican and the Basilica of St. Mary, where you'll witness the traditional bugle call. Continue to Market Square to explore the Cloth Hall, Town Hall Tower, Jagellonian University, Bishop's Palace, and Kanonicza Street. Celebrate Mass in a selected local church. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight in Krakow.

Day 2 - April 22, 2025: Krakow Highlights
Start the day with a visit to the Bernardine Church near Wawel Hill. Atop Wawel Hill, explore the Royal Castle and Royal Cathedral, the coronation site of Polish kings, with its Royal Tombs, Sigismundus Bell, and crypt where Polish heroes are buried. Blessed John Paul II celebrated his first Holy Mass here at the Altar of St. Leonard. Afterward, return via Skalka Sanctuary, where St. Stanislaus was martyred. In the afternoon, visit Krakow's Kazimierz quarter, with its historic synagogues, New Square, Schindler's List filming sites, and the birthplace of Helena Rubinstein. Dinner and overnight in Krakow.

Day 3 - April 23, 2025: Divine Mercy Chaplet & Wieliczka Salt Mines
Travel to Lagiewniki in the morning to visit the Divine Mercy Shrine and Basilica, consecrated by Pope John Paul II. Pray before the original Divine Mercy image and the tomb of St. Faustina. Celebrate Mass here and recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet. In the afternoon, visit the Wieliczka Salt Mines, where you'll explore the salt chambers, statues, underground lakes, and the world's largest church built of salt. Return to Krakow for dinner and overnight.

Day 4 - April 24, 2025: Wadowice and Auschwitz (Optional)
Depart in the morning for Wadowice, the birthplace of St. John Paul II. Tour his family home, now a museum, and celebrate Mass in the nearby church where he worshiped as a young man. In the afternoon, choose either free time in Krakow or an optional tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum (€30-40 per person, based on a group of 20). This solemn visit includes guided tours through Auschwitz I and Auschwitz IIBirkenau, where you'll gain insight into the site's powerful history. Return to Krakow for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 - April 25, 2025: Transfer to Czestochowa
After breakfast, depart for Czestochowa, Poland's most significant Marian pilgrimage site. Upon arrival, visit the Jasna Gora Monastery and the Chapel of the Black Madonna. Spend time in prayer and reflection at this sacred site. In the afternoon, you'll have free time to explore the monastery grounds, museum, and surrounding areas. Dinner and overnight in Czestochowa.

Day 6 - April 26, 2025: Return to Krakow and Evening Flight Home
Begin with morning Mass at Jasna Gora Monastery, then enjoy some free time in Czestochowa. After lunch, return to Krakow for your evening departure. Arrive at Krakow Airport in the afternoon for your return flight, concluding your pilgrimage. Safe travels home.