Private Guided History tour of Lourdes

4.9 (68 reviews) Lourdes, France
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesJapanese, English, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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.

What's included

  • Services of a licensed/accredited guide.
  • Entrance castle fort (8 per person)
  • Entrance to the Moulin Lacadé (2.50 euros per person)

What to expect

  1. Sanctuaire Notre Dame De Lourdes
    1h
    A tour that will take you to the world-famous grotto where the Virgin Lady appeared in 1858, and help you to understand from a cultural and historical point of view, the unique story of Bernadette Soubirous. We will then proceed to the different basilicas and to the fountains where you can fetch the holy water.
  2. Moulin de Boly - Maison Natale de Bernadette
    20m
    Entering the house where Bernadette was born, we will try to imagine what was the childhood of the Saint.
  3. Le Cachot
    15m
    The place where the Soubirous family was living at the time of the apparitions in 1858. .
  4. Chateau Fort of Lourdes
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Regarding the second half of our discovery, the guide will suggest 2 options :

    Option 1 : we will explore the upper part of the town and try to imagine how Lourdes was before the apparitions. We will then visit the medieval castle (Chateau Fort Musée Pyrénéen) and discover its charming little museum dedicated to the arts and traditions of the Pyrenees. The view from the castle towards the sanctuaries and the city is spectacular!
  5. Moulin Lacade - Maison Paternelle de Sainte Bernadette
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Regarding the second half of our discovery, the guide will suggest 2 options :

    Option 2 : Spending more time on the sanctuaries to visit the basilicas + Visit of the Father's house (house that still belongs to the descendents of the Soubirous family).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the foot of the statue of Saint Joseph

End point

At the foot of the statue of Saint Joseph

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is up to 8 persons. In case of a few people, we may have to gather 2 groups together.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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