2026 Compass Rose Society Pilgrimage – El Salvador & Guatemala

 

Visit to La Iglesia Anglicana de la Región Central de América (IARCA)

DATES: April 12–22, 2026

The Compass Rose Society is delighted to announce its 2026 pilgrimage to La Iglesia Anglicana de la Región Central de América (IARCA) – the Anglican Church of Central America – at the invitation of Archbishop David Alvarado.

This journey will offer Compass Rose members the opportunity to experience the rich faith, culture, and mission of IARCA through visits to the Diocese of El Salvador and the Diocese of Guatemala.

Register for the 2026 Pilgrimage

Itinerary Highlights

El Salvador

  • Visit San Juan Evangelista and the Martyrs of the UCA at the Central American University José Simeón Cañas

  • Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral of El Salvador and the Crypt of Monsignor Óscar Romero

  • “Learning about mission in the Diocese of El Salvador” – visits to San Miguel Arcángel Church and School and El Maizel, to explore the diocese’s commitment to the Communion Forest

  • Additional visits to El Salvador’s Historic Centre, National Palace, El Rosario Church, Lake Coatepeque, and El Boquerón National Park (located in the crater of the San Salvador volcano)

Guatemala

  • Visit Canterbury School and St James Cathedral in Guatemala City

  • Explore Antigua Guatemala, the city’s historic old town

  • Visit Chichicastenango, El Quiché, home to the largest Mayan population and one of Central America’s most famous markets

  • Visit Quetzaltenango, Guatemala’s second-largest city

  • Tour the Iximche Archaeological Centre – “Iximche” meaning “corn tree” in the Maya language

Travel & Accommodation

All internal travel within El Salvador and Guatemala will be by coach, including the border crossing. Accommodation will be provided in San Salvador, El Salvador and Guatemala City, Guatemala.

Price & Registration

The estimated cost for the pilgrimage is USD $2,500 per person, which includes:

  • All internal transport

  • Accommodation for 10 nights in two locations

  • All meals throughout the trip

This cost may decrease slightly depending on the final group size and hotel rates. Once confirmed, a reduced rate for couples may also be offered.

Please note: International airfare (to San Salvador and return from Guatemala City) is not included.
Participants should plan to arrive in San Salvador on April 12, 2026.
Visa information will be provided closer to departure.

To help us secure the best hotel rates, please register by Friday, December 19, 2025, using the link below:

Register for the 2026 Pilgrimage

We anticipate sharing final costs by February 2026.

Questions?

For logistical inquiries, please contact:
📧 Grace Barlow – Grace.Barlow@aco.org
📧 Sophie Cox – Sophie.Cox@aco.org