Business Details
Catholic Pilgrimage Tours with Daily Mass & Global Destinations
Catholic Journeys is a 100% Catholic-owned and operated pilgrimage tour company with a priest on staff, dedicated to facilitating spiritual growth through faith-based travel. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in organizing Catholic pilgrimages to holy sites worldwide, including the Holy Land, Medjugorje, Fatima, Lourdes, and Marian shrines across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Our tours feature daily Mass led by ordained priests, expertly curated itineraries, and accommodations tailored to spiritual and cultural immersion. We prioritize customer service, offering personalized support for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Our commitment to quality travel arrangements and affordable pricing has spiritually renewed over 21,000 pilgrims.We emphasize evangelization through pilgrimage, aligning with papal teachings on the transformative power of sacred journeys. Our team combines travel logistics expertise with deep theological understanding to create meaningful faith experiences. We adhere to rigorous operational standards, ensuring transparency, ethical practices, and client satisfaction. Our services include customized pilgrimage planning, secure payment options, and comprehensive travel resources. We continually expand our destinations to include emerging holy sites while maintaining core offerings to traditional shrines. Our mission is to help pilgrims deepen their faith through carefully curated spiritual journeys.
Services
Holy Land Pilgrimage
Camino de Santiago
Fatima Lourdes Pilgrimage
Marian Shrines Tours
Divine Mercy Poland
Food and Faith Tours
Easter Pilgrimages
Cruise Pilgrimages
Asia Pilgrimage Tours
Custom Pilgrimage Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer pilgrimages led by ordained Catholic priests with daily Mass.
- Our team has over 20 years of specialized pilgrimage planning experience.
- We provide transparent pricing with secure payment options for all tours.
- Our itineraries combine spiritual enrichment with cultural immersion opportunities.
- We serve individuals, couples, families, and groups with personalized support.
What people say
Daily Mass included
Expert spiritual guides
Well-organized itineraries
Transformative experiences
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Holy Land Pilgrimage
Our Holy Land Pilgrimage tours take travelers to Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and Petra with daily Mass. Pilgrims visit key biblical sites like the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Mount of Olives. The 12-day itinerary includes expert guides, luxury accommodations, and cultural immersion experiences.
Camino de Santiago
Catholic Walking Pilgrimages along the Camino de Santiago route in Spain include spiritual guidance and daily Mass. Options range from moderate to strenuous difficulty levels across 500+ miles of historic trails. Packages include lodging, meals, and luggage transport between pilgrim-friendly accommodations.
Fatima Lourdes Pilgrimage
This combined pilgrimage visits Fatima and Lourdes shrines with expert-led spiritual programming. The tour includes Lisbon arrival, daily Mass, and visits to apparition sites. Travelers stay in 4-star hotels with guided excursions to local cultural landmarks.
Food and Faith Tours
Foodie-focused pilgrimages blend spiritual journeys with regional cuisine experiences in Italy, Spain, and Mexico. Daily Mass precedes food tastings and wine pairings at historic locations. Itineraries include Rome, Florence, and Oaxaca with expert culinary guides and priest-led reflections.
Custom Pilgrimage Planning
We create tailored pilgrimage experiences for parishes, organizations, or families. Services include destination selection, priest coordination, and customized itineraries. Options range from budget-friendly local pilgrimages to luxury international tours with special group pricing.
People
James Hyland
Founder
James Hyland established Catholic Journeys to combine his passion for travel with Catholic evangelization. With over 20 years in pilgrimage coordination, he ensures every tour maintains spiritual integrity and logistical excellence.
Rev. Dr. Paul Watkins
Priest on Staff
Rev. Dr. Paul Watkins, OP, oversees spiritual programming for all pilgrimages. A Dominican priest with advanced theology degrees, he leads daily Masses and provides theological guidance for pilgrims on international tours.
Jacie Seals
Customer Service
Jacie Seals assists pilgrims with tour bookings and pre-travel preparations. She manages customer inquiries from 3-5 pm CST, offering personalized support for itinerary questions and special requests.
Marcelle Morel
Customer Service
Marcelle Morel provides pilgrimage planning assistance during morning business hours. She coordinates hotel bookings, priest assignments, and special accommodations for travelers with specific needs.
Questions
Do all tours include a Catholic priest?
Yes, every pilgrimage has an ordained Catholic priest leading daily Mass and spiritual programming.
What activity levels are available?
We offer tours ranging from easy walking to strenuous hiking options for different fitness levels.
Can I pay with credit cards?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover for all pilgrimage bookings.
Are custom group pilgrimages available?
Yes, we specialize in creating tailored pilgrimage experiences for parishes and organizations.
What destinations do you offer?
We provide pilgrimages to Holy Land sites, Marian shrines, European cathedrals, and emerging holy destinations worldwide.
Do you offer travel insurance?
Yes, we provide optional travel insurance packages to protect your pilgrimage investment.
