Please contact us, 337-291-1933 or info@holytravels.org, for availability and to register.

This pilgrimage is open to any in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux at this time and will be updated periodically.

Traveling October 1–4, 2026

Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana

Pilgrimage to Chicago

with Bishop Simon Peter Engurait

Journey with us on a faith-filled pilgrimage to Chicago! The heart of our journey highlights the awe-inspiring Mundelein Seminary and the National Shrine of Saint Maximilian Kolbe and memorable city experiences — all while inviting you into deeper prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal.

Pilgrimage Sites *

Chicago Area

  • Basilica of the Seven Sorrows

  • Shrine of Saint Peregrine

  • National Shrine of Saint Francis Cabrini

  • Panoramic Tour

  • Millennium Park

  • Cloud Gate Sculpture (“The Bean”)

  • Chicago River Cruise

Libertyville

  • Mundelein Seminary

  • National Shrine of Saint Maximilian Kolbe

*Based upon availability

Inclusions

  • Spiritual Director

  • Airport Transfer via Luxury Motor Coach from Houma-Thibodaux

  • Round Trip Airfare

  • Accommodations

    • 4 Star-Hotels, Double-Occupancy

    • Porterage (when available)

  • Meals

    • 3 Breakfasts

    • 3 Dinners

  • Magnificat Travel Escort (In Addition to Tour Guides)

  • Experienced, Catholic, and Local Tour Guides

  • Ground Transportation by Luxury Motor Coach

  • Daily Masses and Spiritual Activities Coordinated

  • Cover Charges, Entrance Fees and/or Registration Fees

  • Orientation and Pre-Departure Meetings

  • Hospitality Packet

  • Distribution of Tips

  • Early Registration Discounts and/or Free Optional Payment Plan

Exclusions

  • Travel Insurance

  • Tips ($60 per Pilgrim, Collected at Journey Departure for Tour Managers, Tour Guides, Motor Coach Drivers, and Hotel Staff)

  • Lunches and Meals while in Transit ($25-$30/day)

  • Single Room Supplement

  • Flight Upgrades

Take a spiritual Adventure