WYD Korea 2027 Pilgrimage

With Holy Family of Nazareth

WYD Korea 2027 / August 2nd to 9th, 2027

WYD Korea 2027 Pilgrimage with Holy Family of Nazareth

Join the Holy Family parish community for a transformative pilgrimage to World Youth Day in Korea! Experience the spiritual heart of Korean Catholicism, visit historic sites, and participate in global faith celebrations.

Journey Highlights

At a glance

WYD Korea 2027 Pilgrimage with Holy Family of Nazareth

Pricing

What's Included, What's Not

Map

Day 1 - Arrival in Seoul and Welcome Dinner

02-Aug-2027

Arrive in Seoul and Gather for World Youth Day

Arrival at Incheon International Airport

Arrival at Incheon International Airport.

Transfer to hotel

Transfer to hotel.

Check-in at accommodation – Pilgrims gather in the host city for World Youth Day

Check-in at accommodation – Pilgrims gather in the host city for World Youth Day.

Explore Seoul

Explore Seoul (depending on time of arrival).

Dinner in Seoul

Dinner and overnight in Seoul.

Day 2 - Seoul City Center

03-Aug-2027

Experience Seoul's Spiritual and Cultural Heart

Breakfast at accommodation

Breakfast at accommodation.

Explore Seoul – Bukchon Hanok Village

Explore Seoul – Bukchon Hanok Village.

Visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace (Royal Guard Changing Ceremony)

Visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace (Royal Guard Changing Ceremony).

Lunch at Gwangjang Market (Traditional Food & Market Tour)

Lunch at Gwangjang Market (Traditional Food & Market Tour).

Visit the Myeongdong Cathedral

Visit the Myeongdong Cathedral. The spiritual heart of Korean Catholicism, rich in history and martyrdom, centrally located and essential for understanding the faith journey of the Church in Korea.

World Youth Day Opening Mass

World Youth Day Opening Mass.

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events.

Dinner in Seoul

Dinner and overnight in Seoul.

Day 3 - Ganghwa Island

04-Aug-2027

Pilgrimage to Ganghwa Island and Martyrs’ Shrine

Breakfast at accommodation

Breakfast at accommodation.

Transfer to Ganghwa Island

Departure

Seoul

Destination

Ganghwa Island

Transfer to Ganghwa Island (approx. 1.5 hrs by bus).

Visit the Jeondeungsa Buddhist Temple

Visit the Jeondeungsa Buddhist Temple. A serene and visually striking site that fosters reflection and dialogue, ideal for youth groups. Visitors should be prepared to approach it with respect and cultural sensitivity.

Visit the Ganghwa History Museum

Visit the Ganghwa History Museum (1 hr by bus). Museum on the Korean conflict – a powerful and meaningful place for youth groups, offering strong catechetical value on division and reconciliation, with open spaces for prayer.

Lunch

Lunch.

Visit the Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine

Visit the Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine (Seoul city centre - 1 hr by bus). A significant site in Korean Catholic history, where many believers were martyred during the persecution of Catholics in the late 19th century.

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events and the catechetical session n.1, led by a Bishop

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events and the catechetical session n.1, led by a Bishop.

Dinner and overnight in Seoul

Dinner and overnight in Seoul.

Day 4 - Paju and DMZ Experience

05-Aug-2027

Explore Paju DMZ and Attend Papal Welcome

Breakfast at accommodation

Breakfast at accommodation.

Transfer to Paju DMZ

Departure

Seoul

Destination

Paju DMZ

Transfer to Paju DMZ (approx. 1 hr by bus).

Visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel & Dora Observatory

Visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel & Dora Observatory (view of North Korea). A key historical site related to the Korean War and ongoing division of the peninsula, allowing visitors to understand the geopolitical context and view North Korea from the Dora Observatory.

Lunch

Lunch.

Attend the Papal Welcome

Attend the Papal Welcome.

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events and the catechetical session n.2, led by a Bishop

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events and the catechetical session n.2, led by a Bishop.

Dinner and overnight in Seoul

Dinner and overnight in Seoul.

Day 5 - Namyang Shrine and Korean Folk Village

06-Aug-2027

Pilgrimage to Namyang and Korean Folk Village

Breakfast at accommodation

Breakfast at accommodation.

Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Namyang

Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Namyang (approx. 2 hrs by bus). A deeply meaningful martyrdom site that offers an immersive experience, helping young people understand sacrifice, faith, and the roots of Korean Catholicism in a powerful and tangible way.

Lunch

Lunch.

Visit the Yongin Korean Folk Village

Visit the Yongin Korean Folk Village (approx. 30 mins by bus).

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events, the catechetical session n.3, and the Way of the Cross

Possibility to attend the Youth Festival events, the catechetical session n.3, and the Way of the Cross.

Dinner and overnight in Seoul

Dinner and overnight in Seoul.

Day 6 - Vigil with Pope Leo and Overnight in Seoul

07-Aug-2027

Vigil with Pope Leo and Overnight Under the Stars

Breakfast at accommodation

Breakfast at accommodation.

Private morning prayers at the hotel or nearby church

Private morning prayers at the hotel or nearby church.

Lunch

Lunch.

Vigil with Pope Leo

Vigil with Pope Leo.

Dinner at the encounter (provided by the organization)

Dinner at the encounter (provided by the organization).

Overnight under the stars in Seoul

Overnight under the stars in Seoul.

Day 7 - Sunday Mass and Farewell in Seoul

08-Aug-2027

Sunday Mass, Free Time, and Farewell Dinner

Breakfast at the encounter (provided by the organization)

Breakfast at the encounter (provided by the organization).

Closing Sunday Mass with the Holy Father

Closing Sunday Mass with the Holy Father.

Return to the accommodation

Return to the accommodation.

Lunch

Lunch.

Free time in Seoul

Free time in Seoul.

Farewell dinner and overnight in Seoul

Farewell dinner and overnight in Seoul.

Day 8 - Departure and Return Flight

09-Aug-2027

Departure from Seoul and Return to USA

Breakfast at accommodation

Breakfast at accommodation.

Departure / return flight to the USA

Departure / return flight to the USA.

Pricing

What's Included, What's Not

What's included

Accomodations

Stay in 4* hotels

Meals

-Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner provided each day (with the exception of dinner on the night of the vigil) -Nice farewell dinner

Transportation

Private bus all days, from arrival to departure

Activities

View itinerary for all activities

Local Korean Tour Manager and Guide

A local tour manager and guide provided from start to finish

Travel support form Vocatio Members

Medical Insurance

Vocatio Swag

What's not included

Round Trip International Airfare

Donations for churches and seminaries

Tips

Trip cancellation insurance

(Options will be provided by Vocatio)

World Youth Day Registration

(Awaiting Rates)

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Map

1. Incheon International Airport

272 Gonghang-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea

2. Bukchon Hanok Village

37, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

3. Gyeongbokgung Palace

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

4. Gwangjang Market

88 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

5. Myeongdong Cathedral

74 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

6. Jeondeungsa Buddhist Temple

37 Jeondeungsa-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon, South Korea

7. Ganghwa History Museum

161, Ganghwa-ro, Ganghwa-eup, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon, South Korea

8. Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine

6 Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

9. Paju DMZ (3rd Infiltration Tunnel & Dora Observatory)

Je 3 Infiltration Tunnel, Gunnae-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

10. Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Namyang

112 Namyang-ro, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

11. Yongin Korean Folk Village

90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea