Chris Cathedral and The Shroud of Turin Experience

Christ Cathedral Tour & Shroud of Turin Immersive Experience

Spend the day exploring remarkable architecture, rich history, and one of the world’s most fascinating religious mysteries.

The journey begins in the charming town of San Juan Capistrano, where you’ll have time for lunch on your own and the opportunity to stroll through its walkable streets, browse local boutiques, and take in the character and heritage that make this historic community so distinctive.

From there, travel to Christ Cathedral, the striking glass landmark formerly known as Crystal or Glass Cathedral. A guided tour shares the story behind this architectural masterpiece, from its innovative design to its transformation into a Catholic cathedral. Learn how the space was carefully reimagined while preserving its extraordinary light-filled beauty and grand scale.

The experience continues with The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience, a captivating exhibition featuring a meticulous full-scale replica of the famed Shroud. Believed by some to be the burial cloth of Jesus of Nazareth and regarded by others as one of history’s greatest mysteries, the Shroud has inspired centuries of debate and study. Through immersive displays, historical context, and scientific research, the exhibit presents the evidence surrounding this extraordinary artifact and invites visitors to form their own conclusions.

Blending culture, history, and reflection, this thoughtfully planned day offers the opportunity to discover inspiring places and explore enduring questions that continue to captivate the world.

Shroud of Turin replica

Interactive Shroud of Turin Experience

Glass Cathedral in Garden Grove

San Juan Capistrano

Tour Manager:* 

*Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

Activity Level: Easy to Moderate

This tour involves walking at your own pace in San Juan Capistrano. Walking and standing is involved when following the docent-led tour of Christ Cathedral and in the Shroud of Turin experience. All facilities are ADA compliant.

What's Included in the Tour Fare

• Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation from pickup locations throughout San Diego County

• Professional Tour Manager throughout the trip

• Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

• Free time in San Juan Capistrano for lunch and exploring

• Guided walking tour of Glass Cathedral

• Admission to The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals

• Cancellation Protection

• Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver

How to Make a Reservation

Making your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Smartphones

Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, and more.

14-Day Cancellation Deadline

• If you purchased the optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) prior to the deadline, you can cancel your booking for any reason up until 1 hour prior to tour departure and you'll receive a full refund of the tour fare, less the cost of the CPP.

• If you declined the CPP, you may cancel your reservation fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $15 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date, you can avoid the cancellation fee by transferring the funds to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Bookings canceled within 14 days of the departure date are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason. Name changes on daytrips are permitted at no additional cost if they do not require pre-clearance, such as with tours visiting government facilities.