Pope Leo XIV will embark on a 12-day apostolic journey across Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, visiting 10 cities, according to schedules released by the Vatican.
The Holy See Press Office published the official itinerary, mottos, and logos for the pontiff’s upcoming South American tour, laying out a rigorous multi-nation schedule that spans three countries and a series of high-level diplomatic, pastoral, and interfaith engagements.
Uruguay Itinerary: From Montevideo to Paysandú
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to depart Rome on November 6 at 7:50 a.m. Rome time, arriving at Carrasco/General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport in Uruguay at 4:30 p.m. local time, as detailed in the schedule published by the Vatican. He will be the first pope to visit Uruguay since St. John Paul II traveled there in 1988.
The theme for the Uruguay leg is I bring you news of great joy
, a phrase drawn from the angel’s announcement to the shepherds in Bethlehem according to the programme released by the Holy See Press Office. The corresponding visual emblem depicts Christ crucified and risen, flanked by the pontiff and Our Lady of the Thirty-Three, the patroness of Uruguay.
During his stay from November 6 to 8, Leo will meet with Uruguay’s president, Yamandú Orsi, at the Edificio José Artigas and lead a prayer vigil at the Centenary Stadium, which hosted the first FIFA World Cup in 1930 according to church reporting on the itinerary. He will also travel to Paysandú to celebrate Mass at Parque París Londres and visit the Cathedral Basilica of Florida before departing for Argentina.
Argentina Engagements and Encounters with President Milei
On November 8, the pontiff crosses into Argentina for a visit through November 11, touching down at the Jorge Newbery Airpark at 4:30 p.m. This marks the first papal visit to the country since St. John Paul II traveled there in 1987, carrying distinct national significance as noted in the itinerary announcements.
Go and proclaim
. The accompanying logo features a group of figures arranged around a central cross, symbolizing a shared journey and co-responsibility among missionary disciples according to Vatican communications.
Leo’s itinerary features an evening meeting with Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, following an official welcome ceremony and a visit to a war monument. His schedule also includes stops at Claypole to visit Pequeño Cottolengo Don Orione de Claypole—the country’s largest institution caring for individuals with disabilities—alongside masses, youth vigils, and a meeting with the work community at the Catholic University of Argentina.
Peru Pastoral Return: Lima, Chiclayo, and Beyond
The motto for the Peruvian pilgrimage is Let us open our hearts
. The stage’s emblem is framed by a heart encircling a map of Peru beneath a dove representing the Holy Spirit, surrounded by Peruvian saints including St. Rose of Lima and St. Turibius of Mogrovejo as detailed by official releases.
Logistical Scope of the Apostolic Journey
The 12-day undertaking covers significant geographical ground across three nations, structuring a demanding calendar of three youth prayer vigils, and multiple encounters with civic authorities, interfaith leaders, workers, and Catholic communities. The meticulous release of dates, venues, and specific transport times underscores the extensive logistical planning required for a papal tour of this magnitude across the Southern Cone.