Name: Risen & Sent: An Easter Pilgrimage to Washington D.C.
Start: 2026-04-12
End: 2026-04-17
Location: Washington, DC, USA

Faith in Travel

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Apr 12 - 17, 2026

Group size: 1 - 52

Risen & Sent: An Easter Pilgrimage to Washington D.C.

Washington, DC, USA

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Faith in Travel

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25 reviews

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Apr 12 - 17, 2026

Group size: 1 - 52

Transportation
Travel in comfort aboard our luxury motor coach, featuring plush seating, premium amenities, and the convenience of an onboard restroom.
2 night stay
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at our conveniently located Charleston, WV hotel, offering wonderful amenities and a restful stop as we travel both to and from Washington, D.C.
3 night stay
Enjoy 3 nights at the centrally located Hilton Garden in downtown Washington, D.C., with easy access to all the major landmarks, reducing time in traffic while exploring the city’s key attractions.
12 meals included
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners included with gratuities.
Communal Prayer
Experience daily Mass, morning and evening prayer, plus dedicated time for individual and group reflection guided by Fr. Carl McCarthy.
Tours
Entrance fees and tour guides included.

Day 1 - Sunday, April 12
Day 1 - Sunday, April 12
Mass and Travel Day
The pilgrimage will commence with designated pickup stops in Paducah and Madisonville. Participants will then gather for the 10:30 a.m. Mass at Precious Blood Parish in Owensboro. Following Mass, box lunches will be distributed prior to departure for Charleston, West Virginia, where the group will stay overnight.

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Day 2 - Monday, April 13
Day 2 - Monday, April 13
Seton Shrine & Arrive in DC
Following breakfast, depart for the Seton Shrine in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch in the charming town of Emmitsburg before celebrating Mass at the Seton Shrine. Afterward, explore two special exhibits that highlight St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s life, legacy, and her lasting contributions to the formation of America. Later in the afternoon, travel to Washington, D.C., where you’ll enjoy dinner on your own at the lively Pentagon City Mall. Conclude the evening with check-in at your hotel and time to rest and relax after a day of inspiration and discovery.
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Day 3-Tuesday, April 14
Day 3-Tuesday, April 14
Exploring Catholic Sites in D.C.
After breakfast, visit the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land in America, a “Little Jerusalem” whose chapels and replicas of Holy Land sites invite prayer for peace and for Christians in Christ’s homeland. Continue to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the national Marian shrine and largest Catholic church in North America, where you will celebrate a private Mass, enjoy a guided tour, and visit the gift shop. After lunch, explore the Saint John Paul II National Shrine, honoring the saintly pope’s life, teaching, and devotion to Divine Mercy and the dignity of every person. Return to the hotel for spiritual reflection with Fr. Carl and a brief rest before dinner, then conclude the day with an illuminated evening tour of the monuments and memorials, followed by evening prayer at the hotel.
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Day 4 - Wed., April 15
Day 4 - Wed., April 15
Exploring our Nation's Capitol
Following an early breakfast and Mass at the hotel, depart for a guided tour of the Washington, DC memorials, including time for photos outside the White House. Enjoy a delicious group lunch, then spend the afternoon at the powerful United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Afterwards, continue to the U.S. Capitol for a guided tour, including pre-arranged gallery passes to observe Congress in session when available. Enjoy dinner on your own this evening, followed by time at the hotel for quiet reflection and relaxed social time together.
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Day 5-Thursday, April 16
Day 5-Thursday, April 16
Arlington and Depart for Home
Following an early breakfast, depart for Arlington National Cemetery, where you will visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and have time for prayer and reflection at this moving memorial while witnessing the solemn Changing of the Guard ceremony (time permitting). Enjoy lunch on your own before continuing on to West Virginia, arriving in Charleston for dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.
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Day 6 - April 17, 2026
Day 6 - April 17, 2026
Depart for Home
Following breakfast, we will depart for Western Kentucky. Enjoy a lunch on your own in Bardstown before we head down the parkway to home.
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Day 1 - Sunday, April 12

Mass and Travel Day

Faith in Travel

25 reviews

Faith in Travel is a travel company that works with churches and Christian organizations to develop and enrich travel ministries. We specialize in customized group travel that allows you to experience volunteer trips, pilgrimages, and fellowship trips. Faith in Travel will provide support to all members of your organization. We are dedicated to providing outstanding service to bring together families, communities, organizations, and cultures to see the world

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