Experience the Jubilee 2025 Grand Finale in Rome:
Travel Tips for the Pilgrimage of a Lifetime
If you're planning meaningful travel in 2025, there's no better destination than Rome for the final days of the Jubilee Year 2025. As the Eternal City prepares to close this once-in-a-generation event, travelers from around the world are booking their places to witness a spiritual and cultural milestone: the Closing of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, led by the newly elected Pope Leo XIV.
What Is the Jubilee Year 2025?
This Jubilee is unlike any in recent memory. In early 2025, Pope Leo XIV was elected, bringing new energy to the Vatican. The Closing Ceremony on December 28, 2025, will be the first Jubilee to conclude under Pope Leo XIV, adding profound significance for both pilgrims and secular visitors seeking a powerful cultural experience.
The Holy Year of 2025, or Jubilee, is a major event in the Catholic tradition & celebrated every 25 years. It’s a time of pilgrimage, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal. Millions are expected to travel to Rome to pass through the Holy Doors of the Eternal City's four major basilicas — a symbolic act of grace and personal transformation.
Rome Jubilee 2025 Travel Tips
1. Book Your Stay Early
Any travel advisor would say book that trip now, or as soon as possible. Stay in central Rome — areas like Prati, Borgo, and Campo de’ Fiori offer walkable access to Vatican events and authentic Roman charm.
2. Join a Guided Jubilee Pilgrimage
Travel companies and local parishes offer curated experiences including basilica visits, religious services, and cultural tours. Make the most out of your time, and learn about the heart of Rome with a small group guided tour.
3. Dress for the Occasion
Italy is one of the fashion capitals of the world anyways, but respectful attire is recommended when attending Vatican events.
4. Practice the Art of Slow Travel
Extend your trip! Have you ever planned an extra day to rest & recharge? Combine your pilgrimage with a stay at the brand new Six Senses Rome. Go with MVT to receive up to $200 resort credit, daily breakfast and room upgrade if available. Plus feel good about staying there – this hotel is committed to improving its environmental impact by using 100% renewable energy, composting food waste, and eliminating single-use plastics.
5. Book with a travel advisor
Why? Because the internet can't get you that suite upgrade. For the many experiences listed here, an MVT advisor can get you amenities like additional spend credits, room upgrades, and VIP experiences like special tours of the Vatican!
Curated Experiences for the 2025 Jubilee
Here’s how to elevate your Jubilee journey with exceptional travel brands offering exclusive access and expert-led itineraries. Contact us now to reserve your place for the Jubilee’s closing week.
Railbookers: Vatican VIP Access + Tailor-Made Rail Journeys
For a luxurious, independent way to experience the Jubilee, Railbookers is offering custom rail itineraries throughout Italy that include VIP access to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica — even outside regular public hours. Travelers can journey in comfort from Milan, Venice, or Florence before arriving in Rome for the main event.
Highlight: Skip-the-line Vatican entry, private tours, and high-speed rail routes with first-class service.
Collette: Guided Jubilee Tours with Local Insight
Collette is offering Jubilee-specific departures with immersive cultural programming, including expert-led visits to the four major basilicas, the Vatican, and Papal events. With nearly 107 years of experience, they specialize in connecting travelers with deep spiritual and cultural meaning.
Highlight: Reserved seating for special Masses and spiritually focused small-group experiences.
TTC (Insight Vacations, Trafalgar, Luxury Gold)
The Travel Corporation (TTC) brands are curating premium and luxury Jubilee itineraries:
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Insight Vacations offers premium escorted tours with special access to Jubilee sites and local experts.
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Trafalgar focuses on multi-generational Catholic heritage tours.
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Luxury Gold is rumored to be preparing bespoke, high-touch experiences for discerning travelers seeking personal reflection and exclusivity during the Holy Year.
Highlight: Seamless travel with top-tier guides and 5-star accommodations in Rome’s historical center.
Tauck: Intimate, All-Inclusive Pilgrimage Tours
Tauck is well-known for its all-inclusive faith-based journeys, and their Jubilee tours are designed to offer exclusive after-hours access to sacred sites, private Masses, and conversations with clergy and scholars. Expect an unmatched level of comfort, curation, and insight.
Highlight: Vatican access with private Tauck-only experiences and luxury hotel stays.
Viator: Customizable Day Trips & Jubilee Excursions
For those who want flexibility, Viator is offering Jubilee-focused tours and excursions, including:
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Private guided Vatican visits
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Jubilee walking pilgrimages
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Special access to Papal audiences
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Themed excursions to Assisi, Castel Gandolfo, and spiritual gems of Lazio
Highlight: Perfect for independent travelers or those extending a cruise or custom itinerary.
G Adventures: Small Group Pilgrimages with a Local Touch
For conscious travelers seeking meaningful connection, G Adventures is offering small-group tours to Rome and Vatican City during the Jubilee. Their itineraries emphasize cultural immersion, responsible tourism, and local experiences — with time built in to attend key Jubilee events and explore spiritual sites alongside knowledgeable local guides.
Highlight: Ideal for solo travelers or those seeking a balance of faith, culture, and community impact during the Holy Year.
Major Cruise Lines Offering Jubilee Extensions
Cruise lines are tapping into the global draw of Jubilee 2025, with several including exclusive Rome extensions or overnight Vatican tours:
Oceania Cruises– immersive pre- and post-cruise Vatican packages including transfers, boutique hotel stays, and Jubilee event access.
Silversea– Curated overland programs during Rome port calls with limited-access entry to religious sites.
Viking –Jubilee-themed shore excursions as part of Mediterranean sailings, highlighting the spiritual and artistic legacy of Rome.
Holland America Line – Catholic heritage excursions with added emphasis on Rome's major basilicas and relics.
Pro Tip: Opt for cruises that overnight in Civitavecchia or offer Rome as an embarkation or disembarkation point in December 2025 for full participation in the Jubilee’s closing events.
Top Reasons to Visit Rome for the Jubilee Finale
🕊 Attend the Closing of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s — a rare and moving spiritual ritual with the new Pope!
🏛 Explore Rome’s religious and cultural landmarks, beautifully restored and decorated for the Jubilee
🎶 Experience sacred music, art exhibitions, and interfaith events taking place citywide
🌍 Join travelers and pilgrims from across the globe in a unifying celebration of hope
Make It More Than a Trip — Make It Transformational
Whether you're joining a guided group or crafting a private pilgrimage, the closing ceremony of the 2025 Jubilee under Pope Leo XIV is your chance to be part of something truly monumental — a moment where history, faith, and travel converge in one of the world’s most iconic cities.
✨ Ready to walk through history? Let MVT design your custom Rome Jubilee 2025 itinerary. It’s a powerful reminder of our shared humanity — and a chance to reconnect with purpose and wonder in the world’s most iconic city.
From exclusive access to Vatican events to curated pilgrim experiences, we’ll take care of every detail.
