Day 1 – July 29, Thursday
Depart Boston

• Depart Boston for Incheon, South Korea, and begin your World Youth Day journey
• Overnight on airplane

Day 2 – July 30, Friday
Arrival in Incheon

• Arrive at Incheon International Airport
• Transfer to hotel and check-in
• Celebrate Mass at the hotel or nearby church

Day 3 – July 31, Saturday
Diocese of Incheon

• Participate in events of Diocesan Days with the Diocese of Incheon
• Sending-Off Mass with the Bishop of Incheon

Day 4 – August 1, Sunday
Diocese of Incheon 

• Mass at the Incheon Cathedral, followed by a visit to the Diocese of Incheon Museum
• Free time
• Afternoon cruise of Yellow Sea and walking tour

Day 5 – August 2, Monday
Diocese of Incheon & Archdiocese of Seoul

• Ganghwa Peace Observatory with direct views of North Korea across the water
• Gapgot Martyrs’ Shine for Mass and time for personal prayer
• Transfer to Seoul and check into the hotel

Day 6 – August 3, Tuesday
Seoul – WYD Opening Mass

• Free morning to explore Seoul using Verso’s WYD resources
• Visit churches and shrines along one of the city’s walking pilgrimage routes
• WYD Opening Mass celebrated by the Archbishop of Seoul

Day 7 – August 4, Wednesday
WYD Events

Options:

• Morning Catechesis sessions with pilgrims and bishops from around the world, including prayer, discussion, and Mass
• Attend Youth Festival events ranging from concerts and speakers to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and fellowship
• Vocations Fair

Day 8 – August 5, Thursday
WYD Events

Options:

• Morning Catechesis sessions with pilgrims and bishops from around the world, including prayer, discussion, and Mass
• Attend Youth Festival events ranging from concerts and speakers to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and fellowship
• Explore the Vocations Fair
• In the evening, welcome the Pope at Mass.

Day 9 – August 6, Friday
Morning Catechesis – Stations of the Cross 

WYD event options:

• Morning Catechesis sessions with pilgrims and bishops from around the world, including prayer, discussion, and Mass
• Attend Youth Festival events ranging from concerts and speakers to the Sacrament of Reconciliation and fellowship

• Explore the Vocations Fair

• In the evening, pray the Stations of the Cross led by the Holy Father

Day 10 – August 7, Saturday
Walking Pilgrimage – Overnight Vigil 

• Pilgrimage to the Vigil site, typically a 12-15 mile walk
• Join with the Pope and fellow pilgrims for a vigil prayer service and other prayer and social activities
• Sleep under the stars and prepare for the final day
• Overnight at the Vigil Site

Day 11 – August 8, Sunday
Closing Mass – Seoul 

• The morning begins early with closing activities, including music, speakers, and prayers, followed by the closing Papal Mass with the Holy Father
• At the end of Mass, the next host diocese for World Youth Day is announced
• Return to the hotel and enjoy a free afternoon and evening to relax after a long day

Day 12 – August 9, Monday
Departure from Seoul

• Free day to explore Seoul. Choose your own adventure! Ascend Namsam Tower, pray at shrines such as Dangoggae or Seosomun, taste delicacies at Gwangjang Market, explore Bukchon Hanok Village, or visit one of the five traditional palaces throughout the city.

• Enjoy a final Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant as a large group after a final Mass.

Day 13 – August 10, Tuesday
Departure from Seoul (B)

•  Transfer to the Incheon International Airport
•  Depart Seoul for Boston