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World Youth Day 2027 Young Adult Pilgrimage
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August 1 - 10, 2027Archdiocese of New Orleans Young Adult Pilgrimage to Seoul, South Korea for
World Youth Day 2027 with Pope Leo XIV -
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Journey with other young adults from the Archdiocese of New Orleans to Seoul, South Korea to participate in World Youth Day celebrations with the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, meet other young adult Catholics, and connect with the global Catholic Church.
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Depart from New Orleans:
Sunday, August 1, 2027Return to New Orleans:
Tuesday, August 10, 2027
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Open to Young Adults
18 years of age or older as
of August 1, 2027
Departure/ Return via
Louis Armstrong International AirportPilgrimage arrangements through VERSO Ministries
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All payments must be completed by March 31, 2027
(Failure to meet deadlines will result in cancellation with no refund.)
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Two Cost Options for Pilgrims
Land-Only Pilgrimage Package:
After October 1, 2026: $3,100
(Does not include airfare)
Full Pilgrimage Package:After October 1, 2026: $5,100
(Includes airfare)
Initial deposit of $500 (NON-REFUNDABLE) for either package payable by Credit Card, Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH Bank Payment.
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Itinerary
Spring 2027: Pilgrimage preparation meetings
August 1, 2027: Travel to Seoul
August 2: Arrive in Seoul, Welcome Mass and Dinner
August 3: WYD Opening Mass
August 4-6: WYD events, catechetical sessions, Papal Welcome on Thursday 8/5, etc.
August 7: Walking Pilgrimage and Prayer Vigil with Pope Leo XIV
August 8: World Youth Day Mass with Pope Leo XIV
August 9: Day Trip to Mirinae (final resting site of Saint Andrew Kim-Daegon,) Closing Mass and Farewell Dinner
August 10: Return travel to Louisiana
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Pilgrimage Package Includes:
- Double Occupancy hotel with private bath
- Limited Single Occupancy available for an additional charge
- Public Transportation to and from WYD events
- Transportation to and from Mirinae
- 22 out of 29 meals
- World Youth Day registration fees & events including WYD 2027 backpack
- Gratuities for pilgrimage itinerary experiences
- Pilgrimage Director and tour guides for all organized activities
- Priest as Chaplain and Spiritual Director
Full Package Option includes:
• Round trip economy class airfare
• Ground transportation in Seoul from airport to hotel & return tripPackages do NOT include:
- Excess/overweight baggage charges
- Additional increases in airfare (if Full Package is selected)
- Personal discretionary items such as laundry, phones, etc.
- Fees for United States Passport purchase or renewal
- Passports for all pilgrims should be valid through February 2028
- Travel interruption/cancellation insurance
- It is offered as an optional purchase and is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
- International medical insurance
- Anything not explicitly listed as included
- Double Occupancy hotel with private bath
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Suggested Payment Plan
Pilgrims who follow this suggested payment plan will always be ahead of the deadlines with have with Verso.
Full Package
($5,100 after 10/1/2026)October 1 - 31, 2026
Interested after 9/30/26?$2,460
($500 non-refundable deposit + $1,940)December 15, 2026 $880 January 31, 2027 $880 March 31, 2027 $880
or remaining balanceLand-Only Package
($3,100 after 10/1/2026)October 1 - 31, 2026
Interested after 9/30/26?$1,275
($500 non-refundable deposit + $775 payment)December 15, 2026 $610 January 31, 2027 $610 March 31, 2027 $605
or remaining balanceInitial deposit of $500 (NON-REFUNDABLE) for either package payable by Credit Card, Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or ACH Bank Payment; will be sent to the CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry Office, 2241 Mendez St., New Orleans LA 70122; $25 fee on all NSF checks; 3% service charge on each credit & debit card transaction.
All payments are NON-REFUNDABLE; NO EXCEPTIONS; the contract with VERSO MINISTRIES will govern all inclusions and exclusions for the travel package beyond what is listed on the flyer.*Deposits to guarantee a spot on the pilgrimage were due September 30, 2026.
After September 30th, please contact the Youth & Young Adult Ministry Office at [email protected] to inquire about availability.If spots are open, new pilgrims are responsible for catching up with the payment schedule as listed.
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Questions should be directed to:
James Behan,
Assoc. Director for Young Adult Ministry &
Associate Director for Marriage & Family Life(504) 836-0551 ext. 3228
[email protected]
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