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Vietnamese Martyrs Parish WYD Korea 2027

July 31st - August 9th, 2027
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Trip Overview

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Join the Vietnamese Martyrs Parish (Phoenix) on a spiritual journey to World Youth Day in Korea. Experience the vibrant culture of Seoul, visit significant Catholic sites, and participate in global faith celebrations, including Masses, catechetical sessions, and a vigil with the Holy Father.

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Trip Information

Registration Deadline: August 30, 2026

Double Occupancy (Land-Only):

Price: $3,360

  • Based on 15 participants

  • Please note that round-trip airfare is not included in the package price. Airfare will become available in mid-September. Estimated round trip airfare is $1,600.

  • Important: If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the price per person will increase.

Single Supplement Add -On

Price: $750 per person

Deadline to Add: August 30, 2026

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Contact Us

Office Number: (214) 307-2144

Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (CT)

Email: info@vocatiotravel.com

Pilgrimage Highlights

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At a glance

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Trip Information

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Day 0 - Departure from Phoenix

31-Jul-2027
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Begin Journey: Depart Phoenix for Korea

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Group Flight to South Korea

Flight information to be added in mid-September.

Day 1 - Arrival in Seoul

01-Aug-2027
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Arrive in Seoul, Settle In, and Explore

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Arrival at Incheon International Airport

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Transfer to Accommodation

About 1 hour bus ride.

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Check-in at Accommodation

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Explore Seoul

Depending on time of arrival.

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Dinner in Seoul

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Overnight in Seoul

Day 2 - Explore Seoul & Myeongdong Cathedral

02-Aug-2027
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Seoul Walking Tour, Mass, and Myeongdong Cathedral

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Breakfast at Accommodation

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Daily Mass

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Walking Tour of Seoul

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Visit the Myeongdong Cathedral

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Visit Bukchon Hanok Village

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Dinner in the Village

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Overnight in Seoul

Day 3 - Seoul City Center

03-Aug-2027
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Palace Visit & WYD Opening Mass

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Breakfast at Accommodation

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Pilgrims Gather in the Host city for World Youth Day

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Visit the Changdeokgung Palace

Experience a Royal Guard Changing Ceremony.

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Lunch at Gwangjang Market

Enjoy lunch at Gwangjang Market , a traditional food with a market tour.

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World Youth Day Opening Mass

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Possibility to Attend the Youth Festival Events

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Dinner in Seoul

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Overnight in Seoul

Day 4 - Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine

04-Aug-2027
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Martyrs’ Shrine, Mass, and Youth Festival

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Breakfast at Accommodation

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Daily Mass

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Visit the Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine

A significant site in Korean Catholic history, where many believers were martyred during the persecution of Catholics in the late 19th century.

About 1 hour by bus.

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Possibility to Attend the Youth Festival Events and the Catechetical Session n.1, led by a Bishop

Details TBD.

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Dinner in Seoul

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Overnight in Seoul

Day 5 - Paju DMZ

05-Aug-2027
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Explore Paju DMZ, Dora Observatory, and Papal Welcome

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Breakfast at Accommodation

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Daily Mass

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Transfer to Paju DMZ

About 1 hour by bus.

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Visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel & Dora Observatory

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.

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Lunch

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Attend the Papal Welcome

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Possibility to Attend the Youth Festival Events and the Catechetical Session n.2, led by a Bishop

Details TBD.

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Dinner in Seoul

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Overnight in Seoul

Day 6 - Explore Seoul

06-Aug-2027
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Free Exploration and Youth Festival Events

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Breakfast at Accommodation

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Daily Mass

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Free Time to Explore Seoul

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Possibility to Attend the Youth Festival Events, the Catechetical Session n.3, and the Way of the Cross

Details TBD.

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Dinner in Seoul

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Overnight in Seoul

Day 7 - Vigil with Pope Leo

07-Aug-2027
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Vigil with Pope Leo and Overnight Under the Stars

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Breakfast at Accommodation

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Daily Mass

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Lunch

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Time for Formation

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Vigil with Pope Leo

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Dinner at the Encounter

Provided by the WYD organization.

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Overnight Under the Stars in Seoul

Day 8 - Sunday Mass & Closing Day

08-Aug-2027
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Closing Mass, Formation, and Farewell Dinner

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Breakfast at the Encounter

Provided by the WYD organization.

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Closing Sunday Mass with the Holy Father

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Return to the Accommodation

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Lunch

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Time for Formation

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Free time in Seou

Fun group activity TBD.

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Special Farewell Dinner

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Overnight in Seoul

Day 9 - Departure

09-Aug-2027
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Final Mass and Departure to USA

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Breakfast at Accommodation

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Daily Mass

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Group Flight - Return to USA

Flight information to be added in mid-September.

Packages & Add-Ons

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What's Included, What's Not

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What's included

Accommodations

Stay in 4-star hotel.

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided each day.

Transportation

Private bus for all days from arrival to departure.

All Activities Mentioned in Itinerary

Pending availability and WYD schedule.

Local Korean Tour Manager/Guide

1 tour manager from start to finish.

Travel Support from Vocatio Team Members

Medical Insurance

WYD Registration & Pilgrim Kit

Vocatio Swag

Group-specific Registration & Payment Portal

Personal Contribution Link

What's not included

Round Trip Airfare

Flight cost and information will be added in mid-September. We are estimating $1,600 for round trip airfare.

Donations for Churches Visited

Tips

In Korea, tipping is not mandatory and is not included in our quotation. However, if your group is satisfied with the service, we usually recommend the following as a guideline: Tour guide: approximately USD 20–50 per day. Driver: approximately USD 15–30 per day.

Trip Cancellation Insurance

Options provided by Vocatio during booking. Link: https://my.travelinsure.com/nbtravelgroup/?p=50071

K-ETA Form

$8 per person to be paid upon arrival into Seoul

Get Ready

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Travel Checklist

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Register and book your trip!

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Passport & Visa Verification

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date. You are responsible for ensuring that you have all your necessary travel documents (such as visas) in order before you travel.

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Travel Insurance

Packages and options available when you book your trip.

Trip Cancellation Insurance: https://my.travelinsure.com/nbtravelgroup/?p=50071

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Final Trip Information

About a month before departure, we will share packing information, final trip details, and additional helpful resources.

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Communication Timeline

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1. Incheon International Airport

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

2. Myeongdong Cathedral

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

3. Bukchon Hanok Village

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

4. Changdeokgung Palace

99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

5. Gwangjang Market

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

6. Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine

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

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

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