Padre Pio's Shrine and birthplace in Pietrelcina: Private Day Tour from Rome
Pietrelcina
Embark on a private day tour from Rome to visit Padre Pio's Shrine and birthplace in Pietrelcina. Explore the Road of Pilgrims and discover the miracles of St. Pio in San Giovanni Rotondo.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Pietrelcina - The picturesque town of Pietrelcina is a small village in the Apennine Mountains of Campania. Already a beautiful sight, the town now attracts throngs of faithful Catholics worshipping Saint Pio, one of the most famous saints of the 20th century. Also known as Padre Pio (Father Pio), he gained global celebrity for claiming to exhibit stigmata and supernatural abilities such as communicating with angels, receiving visions, and performing miracles. Many attractions in the town are dedicated to the mystic saint, who was born and raised in Pietrelcina before taking the Franciscan habit and becoming a friar. Padre Pio was born as Francesco Forgione in 1887 in a poor and deeply religious family of farmers, and soon decided that he would dedicate his whole life to God. The house where his family lived is now open to visitors, offering insight not only into the early life of the saint but also society in rural southern Italy at the turn of the 20th century.
What's Included
- Entrance in the Church and Museum of San Pio in Pietrelcina
- Entrance in the Churches in St. Giovanni Rotondo
- Lunch included
- Private English-speaking tour escort
- Luxury transportation with private chauffeur
- Entrance ticket to St. Pio’s Museum
- Visit to St. Pio’s birthplace and the stigmata elm tree
- Tour of the crypt hosting St. Pio’s body
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
Originally established in the late 19th century, the ‘Pilgrim’s Path’ leading to the Archangel Michael Grotto in San Giovanni Rotondo, Apulia, is now globally recognized. The town is known as the birthplace of St. Pio of Pietrelcina, commonly known as Padre Pio in Italian, and the location where the highly respected monk performed his miracles. Pio was declared blessed in 2002 and was the founder of the Sanctuary adjacent to the old Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie. A second, larger Sanctuary designed by acclaimed architect Renzo Piano was unveiled on July 1, 2004, situated beside the Convent.
- Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
- Wheelchair available on request. Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
Location
Pietrelcina
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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