In the footsteps of the saints pilgrimage
THIS ITINERARY IS THE PROPERTY OF THE TOUR COMPANY AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
You are invited to join one of the most important Journeys of Faith. Featuring the villages of some of the Church’s most renowned saints. From the celebrations in Fatima, through to the walled city of Avila, onto Santo Domingo de Silos, Loyola and Lourdes, this will truly be a pilgrimage so full of grace. After a reflective stay in Lourdes, the City of Mary. We then continue our Journey of Faith on through mountainous villages and holy shrines, weaving a pilgrim trail through the glorious French countryside and the sacred villages.
Watch your faith come alive during this absorbing time of pilgrimage beginning in Lisbon and finishing in Paris.
A Journey of Faith from Lisbon to Fatima, Lourdes, Rocamadour, Mont St Michel, Chartres, Lisieux and Paris. Plus exploration of picturesque villages through Portugal, Spain and France.
Follow in the footsteps of the saints
OUR LADY OF FATIMA • ST TERESA • ST ANTHONY •
ST JOHN OF THE CROSS • ST DOMINIC • ST IGNATIUS •
OUR LADY OF LOURDES • ST BERNADETTE •
ST THOMAS AQUINAS • OUR LADY OF ROCAMADOUR •
ST JOHN VIANNEY • ST MARGARET MARY ALACOQUE •
STS JACINTA & FRANCISCO MARTO • ST VINCENT DE PAUL •
ST CLAUDE DE LA COLOMBIERE • ST THERESE OF LISIEUX •
ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL • ST CATHERINE LABOURE •
- Commencement date - 11 June 2025
- Price NZ$10,495 per person share twin.
- Single supplement: Plus NZ$2,985.
Includes
- Share twin accommodation in 3 – 4 star hotels>
- Transportation in air conditioned coach.
- Meals as applicable per final itinerary: (B) = Breakfast (L) = Lunch (D) = Dinner
- Activities shown a included on the final itinerary.
Excludes
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Items not stated as included in the final itinerary
Itinerary
Meet our local guide in Lisbon for a city tour, including St Anthony’s Basilica. Explore Jeronimo’s Monastery, Belem Tower, Monument to the Discoveries, and other significant landmarks. Journey to Fatima via Santarem's Holy Miracle Church. Overnight in Fatima. (BD)
Begin the day with the Stations of the Cross along the Sacred Way. Visit Valinhos and Aljustrel. Enjoy leisure time in the afternoon. Attend Anniversary Vigil ceremonies and optionally the all-night vigil. Overnight in Fatima. (BD)
Join the Rosary and procession. Participate in the International Mass and explore Fatima Square. Afternoon free for personal reflection in Fatima. Overnight in Fatima. (BD)
Travel through Salamanca, Alba de Tormes, and Avila, visiting significant sites and convents. Overnight in Avila. (BD)
Visit the Convent of Saint Teresa and Avila Cathedral. Enjoy leisure time in the afternoon. Overnight in Avila. (BD)
Journey to Segovia, Caleruega, and Santo Domingo de Silos, exploring cathedrals and the abbey. Join evening prayer at Santo Domingo de Silos Abbey. Overnight in Santo Domingo de Silos. (BD)
Attend Mass at Santo Domingo de Silos Abbey. Visit Loyola and travel to Lourdes via the Pyrenees. Overnight in Lourdes. (BD)
Participate in the Group Mass at the Grotto. Take a walking tour of Lourdes, including sites connected to St Bernadette. Free time in the afternoon for personal prayers or optional activities. Overnight in Lourdes. (BD)
Attend the International Mass. Visit Bartres and the Baths. Spend free time for prayers and reflection. Overnight in Lourdes. (BD)
Travel to Rocamadour, visiting sites and the Stations of the Cross, Sword in the Stone and Black Madonna. Overnight in Rocamadour.
Visit the Rocamadour Shrine and other notable sites. Journey to Paray-le-Monial. Overnight in Paray-le-Monial. (BD)
Explore Paray-le-Monial and Ars, including a visit to St John Vianney's church. Overnight in Paray-le-Monial. (BD)
Visit Nevers and Chartres, exploring cathedrals and shrines. Overnight in Chartres. (BD)
Travel to Lisieux. Take a pilgrimage tour of Lisieux sites. Overnight in Lisieux. (BD)
Visit Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey. Explore the island and attend a chanted Mass. Return to Lisieux. (BD)
Travel to Paris. Take a sightseeing tour including Sacre Coeur, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Daughters of Charity. Overnight in Paris. (BD)
Pilgrimage concludes after breakfast. Additional nights in Paris available upon request. (B)