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As the French would say, Lourdes, c’est magnifique. Nestled in the southwestern Pyrénees, its status as a pilgrimage center was largely cemented by the sighting of the Virgin Mary at the The Grotto of Massabielle. The city abounds with religious activity, with opportunities to attend mass, say the Rosary as part of the daily Candlelight Procession, or visit holy sites like the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The Cirque de Gavarnie offers opportunities to experience breathtaking mountain beauty, such as the tiered Gavarnie Falls.
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1. LOURDES : COME FOR A DAY - Private Day-trip from PARIS by High Speed Train
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival Thanks to the high-speed train, Lourdes is accessible from PARIS in a day roundtrip. More than a tourist excursion, it is a journey that requires humility and meditation. 06:00 am: Transfer from your hotel to the train station 06:47 am: departure of the TGV train for LOURDES 11:33 am: arrival at Lourdes train station and assistance of your guide / driver: visit the Grotto, the Basilicas, passage to the Chapel of Lights, passage to the fountains to get water from the miraculous source, and possibility to see more according to the timing. During the visit a short moment will be devoted to a quick lunch (sandwich type so as not to waste too much time). 16:12: Departure of the TGV to PARIS 21:08: Arrival at PARIS Montparnasse station and transfer to your hotel.
Inclusions: R/T transfers from/to hotel to/from Train station PARIS, R/T train tickets TGV from/to LOURDES to/from PARIS, Visit of the sanctuary and the grotto, Driver/guide assistance, All fees and taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By O5141HMjonathang
We are travelling from Australia and have previously visited other countries prior to to France which had amazing service and friendlyness. However 5minutes in France we found them to be rude 10minutes in and they were pushing us, 30minutes and pickpocketed. My advice when you get off the train is get back on and try a different country. Try Ireland, England or even Amsterdam. We are counting down the minutes to get out of this thieving, smelly, rude, dirty country Cheers
2. Lourdes Day Tour from Toulouse
Following the reports of Our Lady of Lourdes had appeared to Bernadette Soubirous on a total of eighteen occasions in 1858, Lourdes has developped into a major place of Roman Catholic pilgrimage and of miraculous healing. The 150th Jubilee of the first apparition took place on 11 February 2008 with an outdoor mass attended by more than 10 000 pilgrims. Here you will visit the sanctuary and follow your guide in the footsteps of Bernadette.
Inclusions: Pick up and return at hotel if possible, Services of an English speaking driver, transportation in a minivan, 8 hours tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions, Personal insurance and expenses, Meals and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Taveaholic
We went on a wine tour in Bordeaux organized by this company & the wineries & chateaux were incredible & the guides first class.We had Ellen for a day & a half on 2 private tours & Rudolph & Julie on regular tours. All the guides were compassionate & knowledgable individuals.I have a bad knee & they ensured I had a chair available to sit down & minimum walking.This company has passionate committed guides with knowledge who have a heart. Pls choose them.U will live their tours. Sharmini Szymanski
3. Lourdes Sanctuary tour- Catholic pilgrimage sanctuary
The city of Lourdes is very well known amongst Catholics and is a popular pilgrimage spot, second only to Rome. It is without a doubt one of the most visited spots in France. It’s only two hours from San Sebastian, which makes a perfect day trip. It is located in the ‘Hutrées Pyrénéese´; a region rich with beautiful scenery, where one can feel the peace of nature and truly relax. The faith and devotion to the Lourdes Virgin compliment the area’s way of life A place of reference for Catholics around the world and the second most visited Christian monument after Rome. The Sanctuary is spectucular and its natural sorroundings are breathe taking.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by private vehicle, Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By ChristianS-1985-
We really enjoyed this day. We visited a charming winery and were driven by Alex to several spots in the countryside which were fantastic, specially a little romanic church in the middle of nowhere. We also had the chance of visiting a few medieval towns full of history. Really worthy.
4. Lourdes Sanctuary and castle small group tour, lunch included
Visit the world famous Sanctuary of Lourdes on a day full of spirituality. After touring the roads where the Pyrenees are visible, the small mountain town of Lourdes will surprise you with its varied experiences. The castle of Lourdes (Chateau Fort) is visited as the beginning of the arrival in the village, before accessing the Sanctuary. Crossing the door of Saint Michel, with the underground basilica of Pio X and the chapel of Saint Joseph at our side, the Coronado Virgin will receive us as a prelude to the Basilica of Notre Dame and the crypt of the Immaculate Conception to reach the cave where the Virgin appeared before Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. The houses where Bernadette was born and grew up are also very close from the Basilica and are visible as well.
Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Castle tickets, Small group tour
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Reviewed By 289saniaa
The explanations provided during all the tour were accurate and very extensive but at the same time funny. The tour guide was fantastic. He was a local young guy full of energy and good vibes. I would definitely recommend this tour if you are visiting San Sebastian.
5. SANCTUARY of LOURDES - Private Religious Experience
Enjoy an unforgettable experience in one of the most important religious destinations in the world during a day trip from San Sebastian. Soak yourself in the mysterious and spiritual atmosphere of Lourdes - a small market town set in the foothills of the Pyrenees.
Inclusions: Private experienced guide and driver, Hotel pick up and drop-off, Water, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By Agnieszka_Filipowicz
Can, getting to know the city, its architecture, history and traditions, be interesting and not boring at all? Well, difficult, specially if we talk about San Sebastian (Basque Country, Spain) so beautiful city, that just see it leaves breathless. When I came to live to San Sebastian in 2006 I was totally impressed by the beauty of this town, however I did not discovered the soul of the city until I experienced the unrivalled city tour with Ikusnahi this summer. We have been walking around the city with Ania, who explained everything in such amazing and interesting way, natural and very funny at the same time! She left space for open discussion for you to begin to discover for yourself, in an imperceptible way, that you know the city more deeply, understanding the local culture and people much better.
6. Discovering charming villages and landscapes around Lourdes
This private tour will allow you to discover in a few hours and very close to Lourdes, the history and culture of the Pyrenees as well as its magnificent landscapes and classified sites in the company of a professional guide. Forget the hassles and unforeseen events, the guide will ensure that this day of discovery is only relaxation and wonder and remains engraved in your memories.
Inclusions: guided visit
Exclusions: Private transportation, Lunch
Reviewed By AlexandraZ719
Laure was one of the best guides we have had the chance to collaborate with. Starting from the pre-tour organization, everything went smooth, communication was clear and prompt and the guiding itself was excellent. Laure has great organisational skills, speaks great English and her professional performance as a tour guide was excellent. We are happy to have such a reliable contact in Lourdes and will absolutely reach out to her in the future. On behalf of CORVINUS TRAVEL, Alexandra Zieglerova
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