Pilgrimage to Mexico with Fr. Fitz
PILGRIMAGE TO MEXICO: JALISCO, MICHOACÁN, GUANAJUATO AND MEXICO CITY
Introduction
Jalisco, Michoacán, Guanajuato and Mexico City / 10 days 9 nights
Journey of Faith & Culture
This pilgrimage explores the spiritual and cultural heart of Mexico, visiting revered shrines, colonial cities, and sites of deep religious significance. Experience Mass at historic basilicas, discover indigenous and Spanish heritage, and journey through vibrant towns from Guadalajara to Mexico City, deepening your faith and understanding of Mexico’s rich traditions.
Journey of Faith & Culture
At a glance
Monday, February 22, 2027
Tuesday, February 23, 2027
Wednesday, February 24, 2027
Thursday, February 25, 2027
Friday, February 26, 2027
Saturday, February 27, 2027
Sunday, February 28, 2027
Monday, March 1, 2027
Tuesday, March 2, 2027
Wednesday, March 3, 2027
Monday, February 22, 2027
Day 1 - Arrival in Guadalajara and Group Dinner
Arrive in Guadalajara, Check-in and Dinner
Flight to Guadalajara
Arrival
Guadalajara International Airport
The group will arrive in the early afternoon at Guadalajara's International Airport.
Hotel Real Maestranza
Calle Francisco I. Madero 161, Zona Centro, C.P. 44100 Guadalajara, Jal.
Check in at Hotel Real Maestranza in downtown Guadalajara after arrival.
Group Dinner
First dinner with the group at the hotel or a nearby restaurant.
Mass at Our Lady of Aranzazú Shrine
Participate in Mass at Our Lady of Aranzazú Shrine (to be confirmed).
Tuesday, February 23, 2027
Day 2 - Our Lady of Zapopan and Guadalajara Culture
Mass at Zapopan, Museums, and Downtown Guadalajara
Breakfast with Group
Breakfast with our group.
Mass at Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan
Attend Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan, Patron of the city and one of the most revered images of Our Lady in Mexico.
Visit to Franciscan Museum of Huichol Indigenous Art and Culture
Visit the Franciscan Museum of Huichol Indigenous Art and Culture and have time to visit the plaza in Zapopan.
Dinner in Downtown Guadalajara
Enjoy dinner in Guadalajara’s downtown area, with time to visit the Cathedral and the Zócalo.
Optional Visit to Hospicio Cabañas Museum
Optional visit to the Hospicio Cabañas Museum, which holds some of the most important examples of Mexican Muralism.
Wednesday, February 24, 2027
Day 3 - Tequila, Martyrs and Celebration
Tequila Town, Agave Fields, Mass and Mariachi
Breakfast
After breakfast, we will ride through the Sierra Madre Mountains to the town of Tequila, visiting a world-heritage agave plantation and having time for a tasting of different tequilas, as well as singing and dancing to mariachi music.
Visit to Agave Plantation and Tequila Tasting
Ride through the Sierra Madre Mountains to the town of Tequila, visiting a world-heritage agave plantation and having time for a tasting of different tequilas, as well as singing and dancing to mariachi music.
Mass at Parish of Saint James the Apostle
In the town of Tequila, we will participate in mass at the Parish of Saint James the Apostle, holding the relics of Saint Toribio Romo, one of our martyrs of the Christian War, who fought in the 1920s against the government to defend Catholicism and the right to believe. This church houses relics of the 25 martyrs canonized.
Dinner at Old Wine Cellar and Tequila Distillery
Dinner in the area, at an old wine cellar and Tequila distillery, including a tour and a tequila tasting.
Return to Guadalajara
In the evening, we return to Guadalajara for the night.
Thursday, February 25, 2027
Day 4 - Our Lady of San Juan de los Lagos and Morelia
San Juan de los Lagos, Mass, and Morelia Arrival
Breakfast
Once we’ve had breakfast, we will check out of the hotel and ride to the Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos, in the State of Jalisco.
Mass at Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos
Participate in the celebration of Mass and time for prayer with Our Lady of San Juan, a delicate and minute image of Our Lady, 'sister' of Our Lady of Zapopan and the second most revered Image in the country, patron of migrants.
Visit to Chamber of the Miracles
After mass and time to visit the Chamber of the Miracles, we will have lunch before leaving for the city of Morelia, capital of the State of Michoacán.
Lunch
Lunch before leaving for the city of Morelia, capital of the State of Michoacán.
Hotel Marcella
Check into the Hotel Marcella in Morelia after traveling from San Juan de los Lagos.
Hotel Marcella Website:
Hotel Marcella Websitehttp://www.hotelmarcella.mx
Visit Downtown Morelia
Visit the downtown area of this World Heritage Colonial city.
Dinner in Morelia
Have dinner in downtown Morelia after visiting the city.
Friday, February 26, 2027
Day 5 - Visiting Morelia and its Cultural Heritage
Explore Morelia's Temples, Museums, and Shrines
Breakfast in Downtown Morelia
We will have breakfast in downtown Morelia, visiting the 16th-century Temple of the Augustinians, where the Virgin of Aid, a present from St. Thomas, is venerated, and the House of Culture (now the Museum of the Mask and Folk Art).
Visit to Temple of the Augustinians and Museum of the Mask and Folk Art
Visit the 16th-century Temple of the Augustinians, where the Virgin of Aid is venerated, and the House of Culture, now the Museum of the Mask and Folk Art.
Mass at Metropolitan Cathedral of Morelia
We will celebrate mass at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Morelia at noon, with time to appreciate the city's wealth.
Dinner
After dinner, we will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Visit to Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe
After dinner, visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Hotel Marcella
Return to Hotel Marcella in Morelia for the night.
Hotel Marcella Website:
Hotel Marcella Websitehttp://www.hotelmarcella.mx
Saturday, February 27, 2027
Day 6 - Christ the King at Cubilete Hill and Querétaro
Visit Christ the King Monument and Querétaro
Breakfast
After breakfast, we will check out of the hotel and head to the Hill called Cerro del Cubilete, at the top of which stands a monumental statue of Christ the King, built in commemoration of the sustained faith of believers during the Christian war.
Visit to Cerro del Cubilete and Christ the King Monument
Head to the Hill called Cerro del Cubilete, at the top of which stands a monumental statue of Christ the King, built in commemoration of the sustained faith of believers during the Christian war.
Mass at Chapel of Christ the King
We will participate in Mass at the chapel of Christ the King with time for prayer and meditation.
Early Dinner in Querétaro
Afterward, we will go on our trip to have an early dinner in the city of Querétaro, the capital of the State of Querétaro, with time to enjoy an evening visiting this colonial city.
Hotel La Hija del Alfarero
Spend the night at the Hotel La Hija del Alfarero in Querétaro.
Hotel La Hija del Alfarero Website:
Hotel La Hija del Alfarero Websitehttp://lahijadelalfarero.com/
Sunday, February 28, 2027
Day 7 - Visiting Querétaro, Colonial and Independent Times
Explore Querétaro's Colonial Heritage and Landmarks
Breakfast
After breakfast, we will have a leisurely day, visiting downtown Querétaro, with its magnificent Colonial buildings and parks.
Visit Downtown Querétaro
Visit downtown Querétaro, with its magnificent Colonial buildings and parks.
Mass at Temple of Saint Francis
We will participate in mass at the Temple of Saint Francis, representing the work of the Franciscans in evangelizing this area during the 16th Century.
Visit to Aqueduct and Convent of the Holy Cross
We will also visit the aqueduct and the Convent of the Holy Cross.
Dinner in Querétaro
We will have dinner in the area before returning to our hotel.
Hotel La Hija del Alfarero
Return to Hotel La Hija del Alfarero in Querétaro for the night.
Hotel La Hija del Alfarero Website:
Hotel La Hija del Alfarero Websitehttp://lahijadelalfarero.com/
Monday, March 1, 2027
Day 8 - St. Juan Diego’s House, Tepotzotlán, and Arrival in Mexico City
Visit Tepotzotlán, St. Juan Diego’s House, and Mexico City
Breakfast
After breakfast, we will check out of the hotel in Querétaro on our ride to Mexico City, having an early dinner in Tepotzotlán, one of Mexico’s Magic towns, and visiting its sites.
Early Dinner in Tepotzotlán
Have an early dinner in Tepotzotlán, one of Mexico’s Magic towns, and visit its sites.
Visit to St. Juan Diego’s House and Mass at Church of the Little Hill
Go on to St. Juan Diego’s house in Cuautitlán, having mass at the Church of the Little Hill, built over the remains of St. Juan Diego’s house. Visit the underground museum.
Hotel Gillow
Check into the downtown Gillow Hotel in Mexico City for the night.
Hotel Gillow Website:
Hotel Gillow Websitehttp://www.hotelgillow.com/
Tuesday, March 2, 2027
Day 9 - Basilica of Guadalupe and Teotihuacan
Mass at Basilica, Teotihuacan Pyramids, Farewell Dinner
Breakfast
We start the day early with breakfast to leave for the Villa area, where we will participate in mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and visit the Basilica’s Museum or climb Tepeyac Hill, where the Miracle of the Roses happened.
Mass at Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Participate in mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and visit the Basilica’s Museum or climb Tepeyac Hill, where the Miracle of the Roses happened.
Visit to Chapel of the Well and Parish of Indians
We will also visit the Chapel of the Well and the Parish of Indians.
Visit to San Juan Teotihuacan Archaeological Site
From there, we will head to San Juan Teotihuacán to visit one of the most important Pre-Hispanic archaeological centers in America. We will enjoy the impressive view of the site with time to visit, shop, and walk around. For those with enough energy, we suggest walking through the Avenue of the Dead and/or climbing the Sun Pyramid.
Lunch
Farewell Dinner at Local Restaurant
Afterward, we will have our farewell dinner at a local restaurant, returning to Mexico City in the evening for our last night in Mexico.
Hotel Gillow
Return to Hotel Gillow in Mexico City for the night.
Hotel Gillow Website:
Hotel Gillow Websitehttp://www.hotelgillow.com/
Wednesday, March 3, 2027
Day 10 - Farewell and Departure from Mexico City
Final Departure and Reflections on Pilgrimage
Breakfast
Since the group leaves on an early flight, we will gather everybody’s luggage and check out from the hotel, taking a final ride to the international airport to return to the U.S.A., ending the visit to Mexico, but hopefully with a renewed view on life.
Transfer to International Airport
Check out from the hotel and transfer to the international airport for departure to the U.S.A., concluding the pilgrimage.
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Map
1. Guadalajara International Airport
Carretera Guadalajara-Chapala Km 17.5, 45659 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico2. Hotel Real Maestranza
Calle Francisco I. Madero 161, Zona Centro, C.P. 44100 Guadalajara, Jal.3. Our Lady of Aranzazú Shrine
Calle 16 de Septiembre 260, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico4. Basilica of Our Lady of Zapopan
Eva Briseño 152, Zapopan Centro, 45100 Zapopan, Jal., Mexico5. Franciscan Museum of Huichol Indigenous Art and Culture
Eva Briseño 152, Zapopan Centro, 45100 Zapopan, Jal., Mexico6. Guadalajara Cathedral
Av. Fray Antonio Alcalde 10, Zona Centro, 44100 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico7. Hospicio Cabañas Museum
Cabañas 8, Las Fresas, 44360 Guadalajara, Jal., Mexico8. Town of Tequila
Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico9. Parish of Saint James the Apostle (Tequila)
Calle Sixto Gorjón 7, Centro, 46400 Tequila, Jal., Mexico10. Basilica of San Juan de los Lagos
Rita Pérez de Moreno 1, Centro, 47000 San Juan de los Lagos, Jal., Mexico11. Hotel Marcella
Aquiles Serdán #655, Centro Histórico, C.P. 58000 Morelia, Mich.12. Metropolitan Cathedral of Morelia
Av. Madero Poniente s/n, Centro Histórico, 58000 Morelia, Mich., Mexico13. Temple of the Augustinians (Morelia)
Av. Madero Oriente 398, Centro Histórico, 58000 Morelia, Mich., Mexico14. Museum of the Mask and Folk Art (Morelia)
Av. Morelos Norte 485, Centro Histórico, 58000 Morelia, Mich., Mexico15. Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Morelia)
Av. Tata Vasco 85, Vasco de Quiroga, 58020 Morelia, Mich., Mexico16. Cerro del Cubilete (Christ the King Monument)
Cerro del Cubilete, Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico17. Hotel La Hija del Alfarero
Miguel Hidalgo 71, Centro Histórico, C.P. 76000 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro.18. Temple of Saint Francis (Querétaro)
Andador Libertad 62, Centro, 76000 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico19. Aqueduct of Querétaro
Av. Los Arcos, Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico20. Convent of the Holy Cross (Querétaro)
Manuel Acuña 5, Centro, 76000 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico21. Tepotzotlán (Magic Town)
Tepotzotlán, State of Mexico, Mexico22. St. Juan Diego’s House / Church of the Little Hill (Cuautitlán)
Calle 5 de Febrero 42, Centro, 54800 Cuautitlán, Méx., Mexico23. Hotel Gillow
Isabel la Católica #17, Colonia Centro, C.P. 06000, Ciudad de México.24. Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Mexico City)
Plaza de las Américas 1, Villa de Guadalupe, Gustavo A. Madero, 07050 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico25. Tepeyac Hill
Plaza de las Américas 1, Villa de Guadalupe, Gustavo A. Madero, 07050 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico26. Chapel of the Well (Capilla del Pocito)
Plaza de las Américas 1, Villa de Guadalupe, Gustavo A. Madero, 07050 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico27. Parish of Indians (Parroquia de Indios)
Plaza de las Américas 1, Villa de Guadalupe, Gustavo A. Madero, 07050 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico28. San Juan Teotihuacán Archaeological Site
Teotihuacán, State of Mexico, Mexico29. Mexico City International Airport
Av. Capitán Carlos León s/n, Peñón de los Baños, Venustiano Carranza, 15620 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico© 2026 JeriCo Christian Journeys