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Private Tour to Lourdes with Expert Catholic Guide and possibility of pickup from Toulouse or St. Sebastian
Lourdes is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the world, a destination for millions of faithful who come each year to pray and seek hope. The Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, with its Grotto of Apparitions and surrounding sites, is an extraordinary center of faith and spirituality. This private tour, led by an experienced Catholic guide, will offer you the opportunity to explore the history and spiritual significance of this sacred place. Whether you choose a 3-hour-only tour of Lourdes or a pickup option from Toulouse or St. Sebastian, you will have a unique and unforgettable experience.
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- Accessible
- Photos Allowed
- Transportation Optional
- Walking Tour
- Official Tour guide
Tour Description
Our tour will begin at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, the beating heart of this holy place. Your guide will lead you to the Grotto of Massabielle, famous for being the site of Our Lady's apparitions to St. Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. Here, you will have the opportunity to pray in a very spiritual setting, perhaps even participating in the religious celebrations that are held regularly. Immediately afterwards, you will visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, where the silence and beauty of the place are conducive to meditation and prayer.
The tour will continue with a visit to the Basilica of St. Pius X, an underground church that welcomes thousands of pilgrims every day. The unique architecture of this basilica is a symbol of the global community gathering in prayer. Your guide will also tell you about the history of the apparitions and the impact Lourdes has had on millions of people over the years. You will also have time to reflect and pray at the Fountain of Lourdes, famous for its miraculous waters, which heal many people each year and are a source of hope for all.
To conclude the tour, you will visit the Birthplace of St. Bernadette, a place that allows us to get in touch with the story of this young girl whose simplicity and humility changed the lives of so many. After seeing these places, you will have free time to buy religious souvenirs or stop for a moment of personal prayer.
If you want a more complete experience, you can choose the option with pickup from Toulouse or St. Sebastian for an all-day tour. Departure will be early in the morning: from Toulouse, the trip takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, while from St. Sebastian the trip is about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival in Lourdes, the tour proper will begin, which will follow the same route as the 3-hour tour. After visiting the Grotto of Massabielle, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the Basilica of St. Pius X, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a lunch break in a typical Lourdes restaurant, where you will enjoy local dishes in a cozy and peaceful atmosphere. In the afternoon, after lunch, you will visit the Fountain of Lourdes and have free time to further explore the holy places, pray and reflect. You will not miss a visit to St. Bernadette's House, where you can immerse yourself even further in the life of the young mystic. At the end you will visit the Lourdes Castle , and then the return journey will leave in the late afternoon, arriving in Toulouse or St. Sebastian in the evening.
The itinerary can be customized to suit the needs of the group or individual participant, with options to add more stops along the way or to change the order of visits.
To book this original and unique tour, please contact us for information and reservations at info@catholicexperiences.com.
What's included
- Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
- Lourdes Castle
- Basilica of St. Pius X
- House of St. Bernadette
- Experienced Catholic guide
- Private tour
- Transfer from Toulouse or St. Sebastian
- Much more...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
These are the most common questions asked by our past guests about our this tour. You few have more do not hesitate to contact us.
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DO YOU PROVIDE TRANSFER FROM THE HOTEL OR THE AIRPORT?
Yes, over the years we have arranged private transfers in comfortable air-conditioned minivans fully equipped with what a family needs with pick up from the hotel in and outside Rome. We also pick up from the airports or the port of Civitavecchia if you disembark with a cruise ship.
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HOW MUCH IN ADVANCE IS PREFERABLE TO BOOK?
The licensed guides that are good in touring with kids are not many and in high season they might not be available last minute. It is always preferable to book well in advance at least 4 weeks.
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CAN WE PAY BY BANK TRANSFER OR CREDIT CARD?
Yes, we accept both. If you travel from oustide the European Union credita card fees might be cheaper than banck transfer.
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CAN THE TOUR BE CUSTOMIZED?
Yes, most of our tours in Rome are private tours so we can customize the starting time, the lenght and the attraction visited on your desires and needs. We will suggest you our best options and we decide together.
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CAN WE BRING BACKPACKS ON TOUR?
Vatican authorities are very strict with the use of backpacks. Sometimes some distracted visitors hit the artworks with them. Thus, they require you to check them in at the entrance locker rooms of the museums. This is not convenient because you have to walk all the way back after the tour ends to collect them. We suggest not to bring them. Bring a small purse or simple bag. Also do not carry umbrellas on tour.
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WHAT IS THE DRESSING CODE FOR THE VATICAN?
In some areas of the Vatican a special dressing code is required: shoulderd and knees must be covered or you will not be able to access.
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WILL THE TOUR TAKE PLACE WITH RAIN?
The tour takes place with rain or shine. Much of the tour is also indoor, inside the Vatican Museums or the Basilica of Saint Peter.
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Rita P. from UK with our tour Guide Simona
"Thank you for organising the tour with Simona. She was a great guide and catered the tour well for the children. She delivered the tour well and explained points simply and through visual aids which was really useful for us and the children. Please pass on our thanks to Simona and also to you for organising the tour and all other aspects at such short notice.", Rita P.
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