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Journey from Bordeaux to the sacred site of Lourdes, where faith and history intertwine at the renowned sanctuaries. After a comfortable train ride, explore the Grotto of Massabielle and the stunning Basilicas, including the Immaculate Conception and the underground Basilica of Saint-Pie X. Enjoy a leisurely lunch in the heart of Lourdes with recommendations to suit your taste. This tour offers a flexible schedule, allowing for personal reflection or deeper exploration based on your interest. Ideal for pilgrims and spiritual seekers alike, it promises enriching experiences in a serene environment.
- Travel comfortably from Bordeaux to Lourdes by train with hotel pick-up
- Visit significant religious sites including the Grotto and Basilicas
- Enjoy a 1-hour lunch break with lunch options tailored to your preferences
- Flexible schedule to accommodate individual needs and exploration time
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please wait for the guide in your hotel lobby. He will have an ID indicating "Cognosimo".
Itinerary
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Your private guide will come to pick you up at your hotel in Bordeaux. Take a private transportation to the train station and enjoy a trip by train to Lourdes. Take a rest while your guide gives you insights about the region and its history.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Arrive in Lourdes. There, take a private transportation to the Sanctuary and start your visit and moment of reflection. Start by seeing the Grotto of Massabielle, site of the 18 apparitions of the Virgin Mary to Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. You will have pportunities to approach the Grotto, touch the rock, pray, or simply observe in silence. You can also see the miraculous spring and fountains where pilgrims come to pray.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Continue your tour at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the very first basilica built in Lourdes and completed in 1871. This elegant neo-Gothic masterpiece, perched above the Grotto, stands as a powerful symbol of the dogma of the Immaculate Conception. Just beneath it lies the Basilica of the Rosary, adorned with magnificent Venetian mosaics illustrating the Mysteries of the Rosary — a vibrant setting where many masses and blessings are celebrated. A short walk away, the Basilica of Saint Pius X, an impressive modern underground structure inaugurated in 1958, can welcome up to 25,000 pilgrims; its vast space and unique architecture often leave visitors in awe. Nearby, you’ll also discover the Lourdes fountains, where you can drink or collect the miraculous water, and the entrance to the monumental Way of the Cross on Espélugues Hill, whose deep symbolism we’ll share without making the full ascent. Finally, your experience culminates at the Rosary Esplanade.
Admission ticket free -
Lourdes (Pass by)
Food pause in a restaurant that fits your needs. Enjoy local gastronomy and nice views on the authentic city of Lourdes.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
After dinner, we would be delighted to offer you various options to end the day-tour: or visit the city center of Lourdes, or visit the Castle and the local Museum to enjoy nice views on the nearby mountains. Please note that you can also choose to spend more time in the Sanctuary, and that your guide will help you choose the option that fits your needs and time the most.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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