A New $14,000 'An Audience with the Pope' Vatican Experience

Untold Story Travel, a bespoke luxury travel company, just launched a new An Audience with The Pope travel experience to celebrate the historic election of the first American Pope. This highly curated experience offers privileged access to the most sacred, storied, and awe-inspiring parts of the Vatican. With insider connections and private entry, travelers can take part in moments that are both spiritually profound and historically rare.

Highlights include:

A private Holy Mass in the Choir Chapel of St. Peter’s Basilica, celebrated by a senior member of the Vatican clergy
Reserved seating at the Papal Audience or Apostolic Blessing – an unforgettable encounter with His Holiness
An exclusive early-morning tour with the clavigero (key keeper), unlocking the Vatican Museums before the public arrives
Access to off-limits areas of the museums, including the Gallery of Maps, Tapestries, or Candelabra – tailored to personal interests
A private performance in the Sistine Chapel, arranged after hours for a once-in-a-lifetime musical experience
A rare opportunity to visit the Apostolic Library and Secret Archives, home to centuries of preserved history and early printed texts
Rates start at $14,000 for two people for a four-night experience.

Each moment of this journey is designed to foster meaningful connection, whether spiritual, cultural, or intellectual, with every detail tailored to individual preferences. From breakfast in the peaceful Pinecone Courtyard to quiet reflection in Michelangelo’s masterpiece before the crowds arrive, travelers will experience moments of awe throughout. This itinerary is for those seeking a deeper understanding of the Vatican’s treasures, delivered with the care and exclusivity Untold Story Travel is known for.