Journey through Portugal, Spain, and France on a beautiful Catholic pilgrimage centered on some of Europe’s most beloved saints and Marian shrines. Begin in Fatima, where Our Lady appeared to the three shepherd children, with opportunities for Mass, prayer at the Chapel of the Apparitions, and the moving International Rosary and Candlelight Procession. Continue to historic Salamanca and Ávila, the city of St. Teresa of Jesus, before traveling through northern Spain to the Sanctuary of St. Ignatius of Loyola (Loiola). Conclude your pilgrimage in Lourdes, visiting the places connected to St. Bernadette and praying at the Grotto of Massabielle. With daily opportunities for Mass, reflection, and devotion, this journey offers a meaningful encounter with the saints, Our Blessed Mother, and the rich Catholic heritage of the Iberian Peninsula and France.
What’s Included
Highlights
Depart on international flights to Portugal. Rest and prepare for the journey ahead.
Fatima – Chapel of the Apparitions Today, we will visit the Chapel of the Apparitions and the Basilica of Fatima, where we will also see the tombs of the three shepherd children. Afterwards, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, following a pleasant buffet dinner at the hotel, we will take part in the International Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Fatima This morning, we will travel to Aljustrel and Valinhos to experience the charm of the village and its peaceful countryside. Lunch will be a delightful three-course meal at a local restaurant. In the evening, we will gather for a buffet dinner at the hotel, and then join together in prayer at the International Rosary and candlelight procession. Overnight: Fatima (Breakfast, Dinner)
This morning, enjoy a full breakfast at the hotel before transferring by private motor coach from Fatima to Salamanca, with a one-hour lunch stop en route. On arrival, take part in a guided orientation tour, with the option of attending a private Mass. We then continue by coach to Ávila, ending the day with a three-course dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Avila (Breakfast, Dinner)
Avila Today, we will enjoy a sightseeing tour by coach, exploring Ávila with visits to the St. Teresa Museum and Convent. A three-course lunch will be served at a local restaurant, followed by a free afternoon for personal activities. In the evening, we will gather for a three-course dinner. Overnight: Avila (Breakfast, Dinner)
Today, we will visit the Sanctuary of St. Ignatius of Loyola in Loiola, where we will celebrate Mass and enjoy a guided tour. A three-course quality lunch will follow, after which there will be free time before returning to Durango in the evening. Dinner will be served at the hotel. Overnight: Durango (Breakfast, Dinner)
After a nice breakfast at the hotel, we will have a half day sightseeing. Then, we depart Spain and travel to Lourdes, arriving in time for a guided visit to the Boly Water Mill, birthplace of St. Bernadette. In the evening, we join the Lourdes Candlelight Procession. Overnight: Lourdes (Breakfast, Dinner)
Lourdes Today, we will celebrate a Concelebrated Mass at the Grotto of Massabielle and visit the Sanctuary, including the Baths for the “Water Gesture.” Lunch will be at a local restaurant, followed by a free afternoon. In the evening, after enjoying a three course dinner at hotel, we will take part in the Lourdes Candlelight Procession. Overnight: Lourdes (Breakfast, Dinner)
Lourdes After breakfast at the hotel, the day is free for personal prayer and devotion in Lourdes, with the option of attending a Mass at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Lunch will be served at a nearby restaurant, and the day concludes with a three-course dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Lourdes (Breakfast, Dinner)
Lourdes --→ Toulouse We bid farewell to Lourdes and transfer to Toulouse Airport for our return flights home, carrying with us the graces of this pilgrimage. Overnight: N/A (Breakfast)
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