Walk with the Saints of France

Day 1 — Arrival in France – Lourdes

Upon arrival in Paris, connect to Lourdes, the birthplace of St. Bernadette. Celebrate Mass at the world-famous Shrine and settle into your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes.

Day 2 — Lourdes – In the Footsteps of St. Bernadette

Celebrate Mass at the Grotto and visit Boly Mill (her birthplace) and the Cachot (her family’s home). Pray at the miraculous spring, immerse yourself in the healing baths, and walk the life-sized Stations of the Cross. Join the blessing of the sick and the moving candlelight procession. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes.

Day 3 — Lourdes – Day of Devotion

A full day dedicated to private prayer and reflection at the Shrine. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes.

Day 4 — Lourdes – Paris

Fly to Paris and visit the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal, where St. Catherine Labouré received visions of the Blessed Virgin. See the incorrupt body of St. Catherine and visit the Church of St. Vincent de Paul. Enjoy a panoramic city tour including the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, and Eiffel Tower. Optional evening Seine River cruise or night show. Dinner and overnight in Paris.

Day 5 — Paris – Nevers – Paris

Travel to Nevers to visit the convent of St. Gildard, where St. Bernadette lived and where her incorrupt body rests. Return to Paris for dinner and overnight.

Day 6 — Paris – Lisieux – Paris

Journey to Lisieux, home of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, “the Little Flower.” Visit her Basilica, family home, and Carmel Chapel. See relics and personal objects, and pray with the Carmelite sisters. Return to Paris for dinner and overnight.

Day 7 — Paris – Return to USA

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home, carrying with you the blessings of this unforgettable pilgrimage.