Your pilgrimage begins with a morning flight from Minneapolis to Hartford, CT, where you will be welcomed upon arrival by your tour manager and driver.

A private motorcoach will transfer the group to your hotel, allowing time to settle in after the journey.

Accommodation in Albany, NY. Check in and settle after your journey.

No meals included on this day.

After breakfast, depart by coach through the rolling countryside of upstate New York toward the revered National Shrine of the North American Martyrs. Here, you will have time for reflection, guided interpretation, and the celebration of daily Mass in a place deeply connected to the early Jesuit missionaries.

Continue a short distance to the St. Kateri Tekakwitha Shrine, birthplace of the first Native American saint. The afternoon allows for quiet devotion and learning about her life and legacy.

Depending on arrival time back to Albany, the group may gather for an early evening Mass at a local parish such as Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, offering a peaceful introduction to the spiritual rhythm of the week.

Dinner will be arranged at the hotel. Breakfast and dinner included.

This morning begins with Mass, followed by a scenic journey northward as you cross into Canada and make your way toward Montreal. The drive offers a gradual transition from rural landscapes into the cultural vibrancy of Quebec.

Arrive in Montreal, QC! Settle into your hotel in the heart of Old Montreal, ideally within walking distance of cobblestone streets, boutiques, and cafés.

The evening unfolds with a welcome dinner at a charming local restaurant in Old Montreal, allowing the group to soak in the historic ambiance. Breakfast and dinner included.

After breakfast, depart for a full-day excursion to Ottawa. Upon arrival, you will visit Saint Paul University, where Fr. Skaja will host the group and coordinate Mass, offering a meaningful opportunity for connection and reflection. Following time at the university, enjoy a brief panoramic tour of Canada’s capital, passing landmarks such as Parliament Hill, Byward market and the Rideau Canal. After some free time for lunch at the Byward market, return to Montreal in the late afternoon.

Breakfast included.

Today is devoted to discovering Montreal’s rich blend of faith and culture. Begin with a guided city tour, weaving through historic districts and modern neighborhoods, before arriving at the magnificent Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, where intricate interiors and soaring ceilings inspire awe.

Continue to Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral for Mass, a grand basilica modeled after St. Peter’s in Rome.

The afternoon allows free time in Old Montreal for shopping, cafés, and personal exploration.

Evening will be at leisure.

Breakfast included.

This morning, travel just outside the city to the Mohawk community of Kahnawake to visit St. Francis Xavier Mission, final resting place of St. Kateri Tekakwitha. The visit provides a deeply spiritual experience, enriched by the cultural significance of the site. Mass will be celebrated here.

In the afternoon, continue to the iconic Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, one of Canada’s most important pilgrimage destinations, where time is set aside for prayer, exploration, and enjoying sweeping views over the city.

Return to your hotel for a farewell dinner, reflecting on the shared journey.

Breakfast and dinner included.

Following breakfast, enjoy the day to explore. A group transfer to the Montreal Airport will leave the hotel at 3:30pm. As your journey concludes, you depart with a deeper connection to the lives of the saints, the history of the Church in North America, and the enduring beauty of faith woven through each destination.

Breakfast included.