Location: Lourdes
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The 10 Best Sightseeing Tours in Lourdes, Occitanie
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. 2-Day Tour - St. Bernadette of Lourdes 175th anniversary
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Travel into the footsteps of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes and uncover the famous places where she saw the Virgin Mary apparitions in this complete (less tiring) 2-DAY departing by bullet train from Paris. You will have a 3-hour walking tour on your first day and after having dinner at your hotel, you can participate in the 9:00 pm torchlight procession and Rosary. On your second day, you will have your own time for prayers and contemplation. You can attend the mass at the Grotto of the apparitions or participate in the miraculous baths. In the afternoon you will take your bullet train for your return journey to Paris
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Accommodation as per itinerary, 2nd class round trip train tickets Paris / Lourdes / Paris, Transfers between Lourdes Train Station and hotel
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
2. Private Guided History tour of Lourdes
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
The story of Bernadette Soubirous is unique, but its spiritual approach can also be combined with a cultural and historical perspective, which will help to appreciate the spirit of Lourdes. Compared to standard city tours, this tour includes a visit to the medieval castle of Lourdes. The guide will adapt to your preferences and make your trip to Lourdes a unique and unforgettable experience.
Inclusions: Services of a licensed/accredited guide.
Exclusions: Entrance fee to the Castle (Chateau fort)
3. 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
4. Lourdes 3 day Pilgrimage private Tour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A 3 days break to visit one of the most important Marian Pilgrimage in the world: Lourdes. Stay in an hotel in Lourdes. A private guide will help you to discover more about Lourdes and the beautiful story of St Bernardette
Inclusions: Dinner
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Reviewed By Vanessa C
Me and a friend decided to visit Bicester Village in Oxfordshire for a little guilty pleasure shopping day, we decided that Bicester Village would be the ideal place as it housed some of our favourite brands excluding Louis Vuitton (sad face), and generally it makes a good day out. On this occasion we decided to book via Trip Advisor and take the luxury coach experience over car or train. The coach booking was very easy and convenient to do, once the date was selected the time and location (Victoria Coach stn situated on Buckingham Palace Rd) provided a convenient and hassle free booking arrangement. The coach was nicely designed with the Bicester logo and text so easily recognisable on arrival, the driver was really helpful and friendly when assisting me to direct my friend to the pick up point. The only negative for us, is we didn't realise that the coach would stop off at various hotel locations in central London to fill the coach prior to departure to Bicester Village itself, we personally thought this wasted time and would find driving their a better option on the next visit. The village was as nice, as I remembered it, we found that not all the boutiques took the 10% discount on offer with this coach trip. However the village was offering some great savings, so we decided that wasn't a major problem. We were asked to get back to the coach point for a 5pm departure, before we boarded to head home, this service provided free tea, coffee and water which was a really nice touch to sip something warm whilst enjoying the coach trip home, with our new designer purchases. The only one major disappointment was we decided to dine at Shan Shui, which personally I found the food to be really delicious, however my friend being a vegetarian found chicken within her vegetarian rice dish, which was a major disappointment. The dish was taken and another offered to replace the first dish, but the issue with the chicken being in the dish in the first instance was off putting, therefore a replacement dish was not excepted. Management were very sincere with an apology in regards to the situation, personally I would dine there again, however, vegetarians may want to take the menu into special consideration if choosing this venue as a dining option. My closing advice, visit when you can, as I'll be going back next year (2020) by car!
5. Private guided tours of Lourdes
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Our guides are expert and work for many years to welcome pilgrims and visitors from all over the world. We are local guides and we provide tailor made guided tours including the not-to-be-missed places : the grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, the fountains and the baths, where anyone can experience the healing waters. Through the architecture of the basilicas, your guide will tell you about the religious history of this world-famous marian site. You will probably be amazed by the size of the underground basilica dedicated to Pope Pius X, where 25,000 people can attend a mass. You will also follow in the footsteps of Bernadette Soubirous, the aged fourteen girl who saw our Lady at the grotto in 1858. Her birth place and the former jail where she lived during the events are included in your private guided tour.
Inclusions: Professional guide, All Fees and Taxes, Pick up from your hotel or the railway station for the walking tour
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Reviewed By ejcope74
Cathy gave us exactly what we requested and more in our visit to Lourdes. For non French speakers or those with a limited ability to speak French, Cathy is fabulous. She is knowledgeable in the local history and was wonderful helping my disabled husband access the baths and sights of the Lourdes Shrine. She knows how to help bypass all the tourist lines for those who cannot stand in line. She arranged for all travel for us even during one of the busiest times. She treated us like friends or family, not customers. In a word, she is wonderful, the best tour guide we have ever had.
6. If Our Lady of Lourdes was told to me ... guided tour for your tribe!
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A professional guide just for you and your tribe will tell you the story of the apparitions of the Virgin to the cave of Massabielle in 1858. An event that radically changed the destiny of this small mountain town. The visit will be adapted to your needs and therefore to children! your guide will describe the three basilicas built in the sanctuaries and, if you wish, we will dwell on the formidable history of the construction of Saint Pius X basilica, immense, atypical of which you will discover the magnificent gemstones. Finally, your guide will give you all the information concerning Lourdes water, swimming pools, candles, the Stations of the Cross, etc.
Inclusions: Licensed Guide
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Reviewed By normaa859
I had wanted to visit Lourdes ever since I was a child. Our tour guide, Cathy, helped make it an amazing experience. Cathy organized and scheduled the day accommodating the limited time we had since we were arriving from Paris late morning. She finalized plans with us before our arrival to France and I appreciated that she remained connected via email before out arrival in Lourdes. We saw all the locations we expected and never felt rush due to how Cathy arranged the itinerary. Cathy has an incredible wealth of knowledge and it's clear she thoroughly enjoys sharing it.
7. If Cauterets was told to me ... guided tour just for you and your tribe!
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Cauterets, renowned thermal spa, especially in the 19th century, will surprise you with the number of buildings it has preciously preserved and which will serve as a guide for your guide to tell you the unusual history of this mountain village. You will meet Chateaubriand, Victor Hugo and the sulphurous George Sand but also crowned heads housed in sumptuous hotels. Finally, you will unravel the mystery of the Cauterets train station and familiarize yourself with the flora and fauna of the Pyrenees presented on the facade of the Maison du Parc. A visit just for you and your tribe, suitable for children.
Inclusions: Certified lecturer guide
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Reviewed By normaa859
I had wanted to visit Lourdes ever since I was a child. Our tour guide, Cathy, helped make it an amazing experience. Cathy organized and scheduled the day accommodating the limited time we had since we were arriving from Paris late morning. She finalized plans with us before our arrival to France and I appreciated that she remained connected via email before out arrival in Lourdes. We saw all the locations we expected and never felt rush due to how Cathy arranged the itinerary. Cathy has an incredible wealth of knowledge and it's clear she thoroughly enjoys sharing it.
8. Lourdes Private Spiritual walking tour
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4.6 based on 22 reviews
Lourdes is world-famous for being the 1st French shrine and the 3rd in the world, after the Vatican and Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico. Whether you are a believer or not, you will be enchanted by the unique atmosphere that makes Lourdes so special and come to understand why 6 million people a year make the journey to the otherwise tranquil town located at the foothills of the Pyrenees. Explore with your guide the town of Lourdes and follow the path of Bernadette visit the houses where she lived and presbytery. Visit together the shrine and hear the most beautiful histories of Our Lady Mary apparitions
Inclusions: Professional guide, Local taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By Cynthia M
Outstanding, authoritative and well balanced. Full comprehension of history with enough anecdotes to maintain our attention
9. 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
10. 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.
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