Join Seton Hall Preparatory School of West Orange, NJ

A Summer Pilgrimage to Portugal & Spain

 June 10 – 22, 2025

$4990* per person (includes airfare from Newark Airport)

SHP is offering a 12-day all-inclusive pilgrimage to Portugal & Spain the day after the end of the school year. Join us on this exciting Catholic cultural immersion trip traveling from Lisbon to Madrid to Barcelona with stops along the way in Fatima, Sintra, Toledo, El Escorial, Segovia, Loyola, San Sebastian, Pamplona, Zaragoza and Montserrat. Experience the incredible history, heritage, customs and food of Portugal and Spain. Pray at the site of the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Fatima; check out some of the greatest artwork in the world at the Prado Museum in Madrid; relax on one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe in San Sebastian; go on a hike in Montserrat; tour the world-famous stadiums of Real Madrid and FC Barcelona; and enjoy the breathtaking grandeur of the Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona.

Roundtrip airfare and centrally-located accommodations will be arranged. A ProRome Tour Manager will accompany the group throughout the course of the trip, and private bus transportation, Catholic tour guides, all tours and tickets, gratuities, daily breakfast and daily dinner are included in the price.

 

*Please see below for more information on trip cost.

Trip Highlights

Lisbon & Fatima

Our pilgrimage begins with exploring the beautiful city of Lisbon before spending some time in the resort town of Sintra. Then we’ll enter into the lives of the 3 Fatima visionary children (Francesco, Jacinta and Lucia), praying at their tombs and celebrating Mass at the apparition site of Our Lady of Fatima.

Madrid

We then travel to Toledo, home of the famous painter El Greco & one of the most stunning Cathedrals in Europe, before continuing on to Madrid. Here we’ll enjoy one of the largest museums in the world, the Prado Museum, as well as the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, Plaza Mayor, Almudena Cathedral and San Lorenzo del Escorial – the largest Renaissance building in the world!

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San Sebastian

From Madrid we proceed to Segovia, then Loyola, and finally San Sebastian, where we will enjoy free time exploring La Concha beach. We then continue our journey to Pamplona, then Zaragoza and finally with the Abbey of Montserrat.

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Barcelona

Our pilgrimage will conclude with two nights in Barcelona. Our tour will include Park Guell, Montjuic and the world-famous Sagrada Familia, the great unfinished nineteenth-century basilica by Servant of God Antoni Gaudí.

important action items

Planning Schedule

Registration

In order to register, click "Register Now" on the top of this webpage and follow the prompts on the form.

Passports - Upload or Apply Today

After registering we will send you a link to upload your passport. If you do not have a valid passport you must apply ASAP. It can take up to three months for new and renewed passports to arrive. Passports must be valid six (6) months AFTER the date of return to the USA.

Purchase Travel Insurance

ProRome Tours will send you an insurance quote as soon as you register. We strongly suggest that everyone purchase travel insurance.

Prepare Physically

We recommend that pilgrims start walking to prepare for the physical demands of this pilgrimage. We will take the bus whenever possible, but this trip will include approximately 4-7 miles walking, spread throughout the duration of each day.

Pre-Trip Video

Approximately two months before departure, ProRome Tours will send a preparatory pre-trip video to all participants regarding their pilgrimage.

Welcome Boxes

Approximately one month before departure, ProRome Tours will send welcome boxes to your school to be distributed to all trip participants. Items include: name tags, luggage tags, final detailed itineraries and more.

Final Trip Information

Two weeks before the trip, ProRome Tours will email each pilgrim the final trip information, which will include the final detailed itineraries, the rooming lists, the e-ticket numbers for your flights (if booked through ProRome) and any other pertinent trip information.  

Pricing, Payments & Cancellation

Payments

Below is the payment schedule.

$200 / due @ registration

$2395
due Friday, December 6, 2024
$2395*
due Friday, February 7, 2025
*May increase up to an additional $500 based on pilgrim count.
29+ paying pilgrims: $4990 per person 25-28 paying pilgrims: $5240 per person 20-24 paying pilgrims: $5490 per person

Regular Price

See brochure for full list of inclusions.

$4990* / per-person

Roundtrip Airfare on TAP Air Portugal
11 Nights Lodging in Portugal & Spain
ProRome Tour Manager
Private English-Speaking Guides
All Tours and Entrance Fees
Daily Continental Breakfast
Daily Lunch or Dinner
Private Bus Transportation Daily
All Gratuities & Mass Offerings

Cancellation

If you cancel, this policy applies.

Our Policy

100 Days or More before Tour
Full refund less $200.00 deposit
100-75 Days before Tour
50% Refund
Within 75 Days of Tour
No Refund

Additional Information

Registration, Payments and Cancellation

In order to register please click on the “Register Now” button on this webpage. We will then process your registration and contact you by email with more information.

For questions regarding cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions found here: https://prorometours.com/terms-conditions/

Flight Information

Please see below for the detailed flight information. Seats will be assigned at check-in in the economy cabin of the airplane. One checked bag, one carry-on and one personal item is allowed for each traveler.

6/10/25 TP202 EWR-LIS 5:35pm-5:30am 6/11/25

6/22/25 TP1033 BCN-LIS 3:00pm-4:00pm

6/22/25 TP203 LIS-EWR 6:00pm-9:00pm

Please refer to our Airfare FAQs and General FAQs for more information.

Hotel Information

Hotels

While on your pilgrimage you will be staying at the following hotels. More information regarding these hotels is forthcoming.

  1. HOTEL MASA ALMIRANTE in Lisbon
  2. HOTEL GANIVET in Madrid
  3. HOTEL CENTRO BRASEROS in Burgos
  4. HOTEL SILKEN AMARA PLAZA in San Sebastian
  5. HOTEL YIT CIUDAD DE ZARAGOZA in Zaragoza
  6. HOTEL ATIRAM ORIENTE in Barcelona

Group Meals

The Meals

Daily breakfast and either lunch or dinner are included in the tour package. Your meals have been pre-arranged and selected by ProRome. Beverages other than water are not included.

Tip: If you are allergic to something simply inform the tour director at the beginning of the trip. 

Tipping and Gratuities

Tips and gratuities are included in the price.

Tipping is not required nor expected in restaurants, taxis or bars.

Dietary and Health Restrictions

There are no dietary restrictions. Vegetarian or vegan, gluten-free or celiac, we work only with restaurants and caterers who have ample options for you.

Regarding health, please review a clause from our Terms and Conditions.

ProRome Tours expects you to make a realistic assessment of your health. All Participants are expected to be in active good health, to enjoy traveling as part of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural differences with grace. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels and airports, to board the aircraft, and as part of many excursions. Prior to traveling, we highly recommend visiting your personal physician for a check-up, so that you may discuss your ability to participate in this type of journey. For the latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas you will visit, consult your physician and the Centers for Disease Control. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment should be reported in writing when the reservation is made. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate Participants with special needs; however, we cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements will be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our Tour staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the Participant. If you would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to do so at any time.

Placing Calls in Portugal & Spain

If you are calling from an American phone number, you must dial the international “dial out” code first, which is “00”, or simply the “+” symbol. You must then dial the country code (USA is 1, Portugal is 351, Spain is 34), followed by the number. 

NB – Remember to CONTACT YOUR SERVICE provider a few days before the trip and activate international calling on your phone.

Luggage Service at Hotels

Porterage is not included in the price. If you require a porter to deliver your luggage to your room, please inform your tour manager prior to arrival at the hotel.

Crisis Management

The following scenarios are typical “crisis” situations that may occur while on tour Italy and how to best prevent and manage them. Please read. If you would like to read our full plan please download it here: https://prorometours.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/ProRome-Crisis-Management-Plan-.pdf

You Get Lost

This is a common occurrence. First of all, stay put. Most folks who get really lost do so by running in the wrong direction! Your tour manager will find you if you stay put. If you have a cell phone, please call your tour manager, or any other group member you may be in contact with. If you cannot dial “+” on your phone, dial “00” followed by “1”, followed by the number. If after 30 minutes you are unable to reach your tour manager and cannot find the group, proceed to the nearest Taxi stand and have a cab take you back to the hotel. The hotel address can be found below. If you do not see a cab stand nearby, enter the nearest hotel and ask the concierge to call you a cab. Upon arrival at the hotel please call your tour manager and let him know that you have returned to the hotel. 

You Lose Your Phone, Wallet or Passport 

Nine times out of ten, this can be prevented. Theft is not uncommon in Rome, so remember to keep your valuables as protected as possible. Fanny packs under the shirt are ideal. If you use a purse or backpack, hold it in front especially in crowds. Be aware of your surroundings and keep an eye on those around you as well. If you do lose your phone, wallet or passport, inform your tour manager immediately. We will then inform the local authorities and say a prayer to St. Anthony! The US embassy in Rome can turn around new passports within a few hours, but expect a hefty fee – 500 euro!

You Get Injured 

Again, nine times out of ten we can prevent personal injuries by following rules and guidelines that are put in place. That includes never standing while the bus is moving, only crossing the street at crosswalks, and wearing sturdy walking shoes and keeping your eyes on the road. If you do experience an injury, inform your tour manager immediately. If necessary, we will arrange emergency transportation to the nearest hospital for care.

Dehydration and Fatigue

It is crucially important to begin hydration at least three days prior to departure, and to increase your electrolyte intake as well. Touring in autumn can be deceiving, because while you may not feel thirsty in 60 degree weather, your body will nonetheless require lots of water. Always carry a water bottle with you. If you do experience dizziness, a fever or sudden fatigue, notify your tour manager immediately and sit still. If necessary, we will arrange emergency transportation to the nearest hospital for care.

Trip Patron

St. Joseph – the foster father of Jesus Christ – is the greatest of saints. As our trip patron, we will pray to St. Joseph before and during the trip, asking this incredible man, the protector of the child Jesus, to protect us on our pilgrimage!