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WYD South Korea 2027: Diocese of Orange Young Adults

August 2nd - August 9th, 2027
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Trip Overview

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Join the Diocese of Orange Young Adults on a pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2027 in Korea. Experience the spiritual heart of Korean Catholicism, visit historic sites, and participate in World Youth Day celebrations. This journey offers opportunities for reflection, cultural immersion, and connection with young Catholics from around the world. 

This pilgrimage is specifically for young adults ages 18–39, and participants must be within this age range at the time of the pilgrimage.

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Trip Information

Registration Deadline: August 25, 2026

Price: Final price will be confirmed when registration closes.

Double Occupancy (Land-Only):

  • Based on 20 participants: $2,865 per person

Single Supplement:

  • $650 additional cost per person

Note that not reaching the minimum will result in a price increase.

Group flight options and pricing will become available July 2026.

Journey Highlights

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At a glance

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Trip Information

Day 1 - Arrival in Seoul

August 2nd, 2027
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Arrive in Seoul

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Flight

Information to be added.

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Private bus transfer to hotel

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Check-in at hotel

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Explore Seoul

Depending on time of arrival.

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Dinner

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 2 - Seoul City Center

August 3rd, 2027
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Explore Seoul’s Historic and Spiritual Sites

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Breakfast at Hotel

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Explore Seoul

Explore the Bukchon Hanok Village and other areas of Seol.

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Visit the Gyeongbokgung Palace

Experience the Royal Guard Changing Ceremony.

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Lunch

Enjoy lunch at Gwangjang Market, featuring a wide variety of traditional Korean dishes, with a guided tour of the market included.

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Visit the Myeongdong Cathedral

The Myeongdong Cathedral is the spiritual heart of Korean Catholicism, rich in history and martyrdom, centrally located and essential for understanding the faith journey of the Church in Korea.

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World Youth Day Opening Mass

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World Youth Day Festival

Possibility to attend the World Youth Day Festival events.

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Dinner

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 3 - Ganghwa Island

August 4th, 2027
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Reflect at Ganghwa Island and Martyrs’ Shrine

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Breakfast at hotel

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Transfer to Ganghwa Island

Approximately 1.5 hours by bus.

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Visit the Jeondeungsa Buddhist Temple

A serene and visually striking site that invites reflection and meaningful conversation, especially for youth groups. Please be mindful to visit with respect and cultural sensitivity.

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Visit the Ganghwa History Museum

The Ganghwa History Museum explores the Korean conflict and serves as a powerful and meaningful stop for youth groups, offering strong catechetical value on themes of division and reconciliation, along with open spaces for prayer and reflection. The museum is about an hour by bus.

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Lunch

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Visit the Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine

The Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine, approximately 1 hour by bus from Seoul city centre, is a deeply significant site in Korean Catholic history where many faithful were martyred during the late-19th-century persecution of Catholics.

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World Youth Day Festival

Possibility to attend the World Youth Day Festival events and the catechetical session n.1 led by a Bishop.

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Dinner

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 4 - Paju

August 5th, 2027
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Experience Paju DMZ and Papal Welcome

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Breakfast at hotel

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Transfer to Paju DMZ

Approximately 1 hour by bus.

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Visit the 3rd Infiltration Tunnel & Dora Observatory

A key historical site related to the Korean War and ongoing division of the peninsula, allowing visitors to understand the geopolitical context and view North Korea from the Dora Observatory.

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Lunch

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Attend the Papal Welcome

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World Youth Day Festival

Possibility to attend the World Youth Day Festival events and the catechetical session n.2, led by a Bishop.

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Dinner

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 5 - Namyang

August 6th, 2027
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Pilgrimage to Namyang Shrine and Folk Village

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Breakfast at hotel.

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Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Namyang

A deeply meaningful martyrdom site that offers an immersive experience, helping young people understand sacrifice, faith, and the roots of Korean Catholicism in a powerful and tangible way. It is approximately 2 hours by bus.

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Lunch

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Visit the Yongin Korean Folk Village

Approximately 30 minutes by bys.

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World Youth Day Festival

Possibility to attend the World Youth Day Festival events, the catechetical session n.3, and the Way of the Cross.

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Dinner

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 6 - Vigil with Pope Leo

August 7th, 2027
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Vigil with Pope Leo and Overnight Under Stars

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Breakfast at hotel

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Private morning prayers at the hotel or nearby church

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Lunch

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World Youth Day Festival

Vigil with Pope Leo

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Dinner

Dinner at the encounter (provided by the WYD organization).

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Overnight under the stars in Seoul

Day 7 - Sunday Mass

August 8th, 2027
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Sunday Mass, Free Time, and Farewell Dinner

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Breakfast

Breakfast at the encounter (provided by the WYD organization).

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World Youth Day Festival

Closing Sunday Mass with the Holy Father.
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Return to the hotel

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Lunch

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Free time in Seoul

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Farewell Dinner

Enjoy a farewell dinner and an overnight stay in Seoul.

Day 8 - Departure from Seoul

August 9th, 2027
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Departure and Return Flight to the USA

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Breakfast at hotel

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Flight

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Packages & Add-ons

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What's Included, What's Not

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What's included

Accommodations

Stay in 4-star hotels

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided each day.

Transportation

Private bus for all days with parking and tolls.

All Activities Mentioned in Itinerary

Tour Manager

1 Korean tour manager for the whole trip.

Travel Support from Vocatio Team Members

Medical Insurance

WYD Registration & Pilgrim Kit

$25 to Spend on Vocatio Swag Store

Contribution Link Provided

What's not included

Round Trip Airfare

Group flight options and pricing will become available July 2026.

Donations for Churches Visited

Tips

In Korea, tipping is not mandatory and is not included in our quotation. However, if your group is satisfied with the service, we usually recommend the following as a guideline: Tour guide (approximately $20–50 per day) and driver (approximately $15–30 per day). These amounts are entirely at the group’s discretion.

Trip Cancellation Insurance

Options provided by Vocatio Travel

Get Ready

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Travel Checklist

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Register and book your trip!

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Passport & Visa Verification

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date. You are responsible for ensuring that you have all your necessary travel documents (such as visas) in order before you travel.

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Travel Insurance

Packages and options available when you book your trip.

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Final Trip Information

About a month before departure, we will share packing information, final trip details, and additional helpful resources.

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1. Incheon International Airport

272 Gonghang-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea

2. Bukchon Hanok Village

37, Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

3. Gyeongbokgung Palace

161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

4. Gwangjang Market

88 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

5. Myeongdong Cathedral

74 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

6. Jeondeungsa Buddhist Temple

37 Jeondeungsa-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon, South Korea

7. Ganghwa History Museum

161, Ganghwa-ro, Ganghwa-eup, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon, South Korea

8. Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine

6 Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

9. Paju DMZ (3rd Infiltration Tunnel & Dora Observatory)

Je 3 Infiltration Tunnel, Jeomwon-ri, Gunnae-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

10. Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Namyang

112 Namyang-ro, Hwado-eup, Namyangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

11. Yongin Korean Folk Village

90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea