Date: 18th Oct 2026 - 30th Oct 2026
Embark on a remarkable spiritual pilgrimage through the Nordic and Baltic nations, where breathtaking natural beauty, medieval heritage, and enduring Catholic faith come together. Begin in Finland, exploring the vibrant capital of Helsinki, celebrating Mass at St. Henry's Cathedral, and discovering the picturesque town of Porvoo with its centuries-old charm.
Continue across the Gulf of Finland to Estonia, wandering the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Tallinn, visiting historic churches, and experiencing the pristine beauty of Lahemaa National Park before travelling to the university city of Tartu. Journey onward through Latvia's medieval treasures of Cēsis and Riga before entering Lithuania, the spiritual heart of the pilgrimage. Pray at the Hill of Crosses, visit the Marian shrine of Šiluva—one of Europe's earliest apparition sites—and reflect in the churches and monasteries that shaped the country's Catholic identity.
Inspired by the legacy of St. John Paul II, conclude your pilgrimage in Kaunas and Vilnius, visiting magnificent cathedrals, the Shrine of St. Casimir, Trakai Castle, and many of Lithuania's most treasured sacred sites. With daily Holy Mass, Scripture reflection, and moments of peaceful prayer, this pilgrimage offers a unique opportunity to encounter Christ amidst the rich spiritual heritage and serene landscapes of Northern Europe.
Spiritual Director
Fr. Cary Chan
Pilgrimage
13 Days 10 Nights
Meals
10 Dinners
Accomodation
10 Nights
Itinerary
Finland
Helsinki – St. Henry Catholic Cathedral; Holy Mass; panoramic city tour featuring Senate Square, Esplanade Park, Sibelius Monument, Olympic Stadium, Old Market Hall, scenic harbourfront, and the charming medieval town of Porvoo.
Estonia
Tallinn – Ferry across the Gulf of Finland; UNESCO-listed Old Town; Toompea Castle; St. Mary's Cathedral; Alexander Nevsky Cathedral; Great Guild Hall; Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul; Holy Mass.
Lahemaa National Park – Explore Estonia's largest national park, Käsmu fishing village, Palmse Manor, forests, lakes, and beautiful Baltic landscapes.
Tartu – Historic university city and overnight stay.
Latvia
Cēsis – Christ the King Catholic Church; Holy Mass; guided visit to the medieval castle ruins, Old Town, Roze Square, Princess House, and St. John's Church.
Riga – Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church; Holy Mass; Riga Castle; St. Jacob's Cathedral; Swedish Gate; Three Brothers; Large and Small Guild Houses; Freedom Monument; Latvian National Opera; Central Market; Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum.
Lithuania
Šiauliai – Visit the world-famous Hill of Crosses with its thousands of crosses and devotional monuments; Sunday Holy Mass at St. Peter and Paul Cathedral.
Šiluva – Marian Shrine commemorating one of Europe's earliest approved apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Tytuvėnai – Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Monastery, home to the revered image of the Mother and Child.
Kaunas – Cathedral Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel; Holy Mass; Christ's Resurrection Church; Pažaislis Monastery and Church of the Visitation; Kaunas Castle; Ninth Fort; panoramic tour of the Old Town.
Alytus – Church of the Holy Guardian Angels; Holy Mass; White Bridge; Town Hall Square; Angel of Freedom; Vidzgiris Botanical Reserve; Old Town.
Vilnius – Cathedral Basilica of St. Stanislaus and St. Ladislaus; Holy Mass; Shrine of St. Casimir; guided city tour; historic Old Town; Trakai Castle; Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Daily Holy Mass, Rosary, Scripture reflections, and opportunities for quiet prayer accompany the pilgrimage throughout Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, inviting pilgrims to deepen their faith while discovering the Catholic heritage, Marian devotion, and timeless beauty of the Baltic nations in the spirit of St. John Paul II.
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