"I have come that you may have life, an overflowing, abundant life."
~ Jesus
~ Jesus
Dates: June 7-17, 2024
The mist of the morning floats over the rolling hills.
Sunlight floods the muted landscape giving shape to ancient villas.
Cypress trees awaken like sleeping centurions guarding the gates to Eden.
As you scan the rows of trellised vines on the horizon,
You breathe in the day with expectation, and begin to walk the path.
Like so many before, longing for an encounter with the Divine.
You are walking the Via Francigena and this is The Way of the Vine.
Sunlight floods the muted landscape giving shape to ancient villas.
Cypress trees awaken like sleeping centurions guarding the gates to Eden.
As you scan the rows of trellised vines on the horizon,
You breathe in the day with expectation, and begin to walk the path.
Like so many before, longing for an encounter with the Divine.
You are walking the Via Francigena and this is The Way of the Vine.
What's the Focus
The focus of this traditional walking pilgrimage dating from the 9th century is on the abundant life. The theme of vineyards in sacred texts are often used to symbolize prosperity, or God’s blessing and abundance. Vineyards are also a place of joy and gladness, where celebration, singing and cheer take place. You might say vineyards represent a place of shalom or peace, where the state of our souls can be tended to by the vinedresser.
Through daily walks totaling 67 miles over 6 days, we'll be asking the question, what is the abundant life and where do we find it?
Through daily walks totaling 67 miles over 6 days, we'll be asking the question, what is the abundant life and where do we find it?
Itinerary Highlights
Base Cost: $2,495 per person
(based on 8 participant minimum)
(based on 8 participant minimum)
Itinerary Details
What's Included
- 9 nights accommodation (combination of Airbnb, hotels & monasteries), standard double occupancy
- All baggage transport for those not wanting to carry a backpack
- Dedicated pilgrim guide
- Custom Via Francigena guidebook
- Tuscan culinary experience & winery tour
- Spiritual Direction per request
- Pre-travel prep and content
- Welcome & Celebration dinners, 6 takeaway lunches during walking days, and 4 breakfasts
- SOS (emergency evacuation only)
What's not Included
- Airfare
- Airport transfer on day of arrival from Pisa or Florence
- Recovery day activities (optional add-on)
- Passport, visa, or luggage fees
- Any personal purchases
- Any meals not indicated on itinerary, as well as beverages at meals
- Recommended travel protection/insurance
- Anything else not explicitly mentioned as included