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Duration3 days
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LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Lourdes: a journey into the heart of the heritage, between spirituality and exceptional Pyrenees landscapes.

Discover Lourdes differently, from the castle overlooking the city and the iconic sanctuary, to the Gavarnie circus, a natural gem classified by UNESCO. Let yourself be carried away by a unique experience between history and nature.

This stay is offered from Tuesday to Thursday in April, May, June, September and October.

This stay is offered from Wednesday to Friday during the summer in July and August.

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • - Lunch and dinner - Optional Things to do - Personal expenses - Tips - Insurance

What to expect

Day 1: ARRIVAL & FIRST SENSATIONS
  1. Lourdes
    3h
    Arrival at your Inn. After settling in, take the time to feel the special atmosphere of the city: a gentler rhythm, a feeling of serenity that settles naturally between city and mountain, in the evening light.

    In the evening – The torchlight procession

    An emblematic moment of Lourdes, lived here as a sensory and human experience: light, silence, slowness and shared emotions, in a soothing place, open to all.

    Overnight at the Inn in Lourdes.
Day 2: A STORY OF HEAVY
  1. Sanctuaire Notre Dame De Lourdes
    1h 30m
    In the morning, follow a Speaker Guide for an immersion in the spiritual and historical heart of Lourdes. You will discover the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, its emblematic places – the Cave of the Apparitions, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the underground Basilica of Saint Pius X – while addressing the history of this high place of world pilgrimage.
  2. Chateau Fort of Lourdes
    3.8 days · Admission ticket included
    The tour continues to the fortified castle of Lourdes, imposing citadel perched on a rocky peak, where you will immerse yourself in the history of the Pyrenees and enjoy a panoramic, exceptional view of the city and the mountains.
  3. Cirque de Gavarnie
    5h
    In the afternoon, head for the peaks! Hop aboard our minicar for an excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage Circus of Gavarnie. This majestic natural site is one of the symbols of Pyreneanism: you will discover its waterfall of 422m, its forests and its altitude landscapes, in a setting conducive to contemplation and discovery of the relationship between man and mountain.
Day 3: NATURE & DISCOVERY
  1. Lourdes
    4h
    Breakfast.

    Free day to enjoy the city, and its surroundings, at your own pace.

    The funicular of the Pic du Jer, the caves of Betharram, or the Point of Sale of Lourdes are different ideas of places to visit at your leisure (not included).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For partner Inn stays and excursions included, our Guide picks up guests directly from their Inn

End point

For partner Inn stays and excursions included, our Guide picks up guests directly from their Inn

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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