2025 Marian Pilgrimage


Tour Dates

August 30 - September 12, 2025

Tour Chaplain

Fr. Alban Baker, CRNJ

Deposit Amount

$350 Per Person

Departs/Returns

Tour Price

Los Angeles, USA

$4,795 Per Person

Tour Highlights

  • Paris

    Paris

    Paris, the enchanting capital of France, is a global hub for art, fashion, and culture. Known as the "City of Light," it boasts iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

  • Assisi

    Lourdes

    Famous for the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to Saint Bernadette in 1858, it attracts millions of pilgrims annually seeking healing and spiritual solace.

  • Burgos

    Burgos

    Burgos, a historic city in northern Spain, is renowned for its rich medieval heritage and stunning architecture. At its heart lies the Burgos Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Gothic design.

  • Fatima

    Fatima

    Fátima, a serene town in central Portugal, is one of the world's most significant pilgrimage sites. It is famous for the Sanctuary of Fátima, where three shepherd children reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary in 1917. Pilgrims from around the globe visit to pray at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and the Chapel of Apparitions.

  • Board flight from Los Angeles Airport Paris, France.

  • Today, upon arrival in Paris, we will meet our tour manager in the baggage claim area. Afterward, we will continue to the hotel for check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.

  • Today, we begin with a visit to the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal for Mass, followed by viewing the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Labouré. We then walk to the Church of Saint Vincent de Paul, where we’ll venerate the saint’s relics and learn about his mission to serve both the poor and the rich. Next, we visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Montmartre, built as an act of penance. After a lunch break, we might enjoy a panoramic tour, that will take us to the most recognizable symbol of the city of Paris, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, the L'Arch de Triomphe and the Champ-Elysees, one of the world's most famous boulevards. The remaining of the day is free for shopping, We will return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

  • After breakfast, we check out and depart Paris for a 3-hour journey to Lisieux. St. Therese of Lisieux, called the "greatest saint of modern times" by Pope Pius X, was declared a Doctor of the Church by Pope John Paul II in 1997. Upon arrival, we celebrate Mass at the Basilica of St. Therese, admiring its stunning mosaics and stained glass windows. After lunch, we visit her family home, Les Buissonnets, to view her relics and personal items. We also tour the Carmelite Convent, where she entered in 1888 and is entombed with her parents. Time permitting, we may visit the charming village of Honfleur, known for its picturesque harbor and colorful timber-frame houses. We return to Lisieux for dinner and overnight at our hotel.

  • After breakfast, we travel to Mont St. Michel, home to the Monastery of Le Mont St. Michel, also known as 'The Wonder of the Western World.' Surrounded by a stunning bay with one of Europe's greatest tidal ranges, it offers breathtaking views. Built in 709 at the request of the Archangel Michael, the monastery has housed a monastic community since the 9th century. Mont Saint-Michel’s steadfast resistance inspired the French, particularly Joan of Arc. Upon arrival we enjoy a guided tour, then we have time at disposal for lunch and shopping. In the afternoon, after mass, we continue our journey to the city of Rennes, where we will spend the night. Dinner and the hotel.

  • After breakfast, we depart for Nevers, traveling through the scenic Loire Valley. Nevers is where St. Bernadette lived for twelve years as a member of the Sisters of Nevers Congregation. She suffered from asthma, tuberculosis, and a tubercular tumor in her right knee, which led her to receive the Last Sacraments three times before passing away in 1879 at the age of thirty-five. Upon arrival, we check in at our hotel and walk to visit the 'Espace Bernardette,' the convent where she lived, including her room. After Mass, we return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

  • After breakfast, we depart for Rocamadour, one of Christendom's oldest shrines. According to legend, the shrine began as a hermitage in a cave near the Alzou River, founded in the first century by Zaccheus of Jericho, believed to be the Zaccheus of the Bible and husband of St. Veronica. The hermitage gained fame in the Middle Ages when a miracle-working statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary was brought there, attracting thousands of pilgrims. The shrine, built against a cliff, offers a breathtaking view of the valley below. Upon arrival, we check in at our hotel, then take elevators to the shrine. After lunch, we celebrate Mass and visit the shrine. We return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

  • After breakfast, we depart for Lourdes. Upon arrival, we check in at our hotel. During our stay, we will visit the site of Our Lady's apparitions. In 1858, Our Lady appeared to Bernadette near the Grotto of Massabielle and introduced herself as 'The Immaculate Conception.' During the first two apparitions, Bernadette prayed the Rosary with Our Lady, who left without speaking. In later apparitions, Our Lady emphasized God's love, penance, and the importance of acts of penance for sinners. We will visit the shrine with a local guide, have the opportunity to attend Mass at the Grotto, and drink from the miraculous spring known for its healing powers. We will also see Boly Mill, the birthplace of St. Bernadette, and the 'Cachot,' an abandoned prison where her family lived. Each evening, after dinner, we can attend the candlelight procession and the Rosary before returning to the hotel for a restful overnight stay.

  • After breakfast, we check out and drive to Burgos (6 hours). Upon arrival, we check in at our hotel and then walk to the city center for lunch. In the afternoon, we celebrate Mass at the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Burgos, a masterpiece of Spanish Gothic architecture. Known for its sculptural decoration and grand proportions, it is one of the most impressive cathedrals in Spain, the third-largest after those in Seville and Toledo. We will also visit the 13th-century cloister, home to the monumental tombs of Ferdinand III and his wife, Beatrice of Swabia. Afterward, we return to the hotel for dinner and overnighturney to the city of Rennes, where we will spend the night. Dinner and the hotel.

  • After breakfast and check-out, we drive to León. Upon arrival, we visit the Basilica of Saint Isidoro, who was declared the patron saint of the internet, computers, and computer users by Pope John Paul II in 1997. We will also visit the Real Colegiata, known as the Sistine Chapel of Romanesque art, and celebrate Mass. In the afternoon, we continue to Santiago de Compostela. Dinner at the hotel and overnight.

  • In the morning, we celebrate Mass, then meet our guide for a visit to the Cathedral of Santiago, one of Europe's finest architectural examples, blending Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque styles. The Cathedral also houses numerous priceless pieces of art. Upon entering, tradition calls for embracing the dazzling statue of St. James. Afterward, we will descend into the crypt, where the relics of the Patron Saint of Pilgrims are kept. We depart for Fatima and upon check in, have dinner at the hotel and overnight.

  • Today, we visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Basilica, and the tombs of Francisco, Jacinta, and Sr. Lucia. We also see the Monument to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. In Aljustrel and Valinhos, we visit the homes of the little shepherds and the sites of the first and third apparitions of the 'Angel of Peace.' We stop at the Parish Church and the cemetery where Francisco and Jacinta were buried. We celebrate Mass and, after dinner, join the nightly candlelight procession. Dinner and overnight accommodations will be at the hotel in Fatima.

  • At agreed time, a group transfer to Lisbon airport to catch our flights back home.

Daily Itinerary

  • We take care of your flights to and from destinations and we can help with any requests with the Airlines on your behalf.

  • We use superior class hotels and book rooms with everything you need for a comfortable stay.

  • Don’t worry about your check-in luggage when going to your room and checking out because the porters will deliver it to your door.

  • The advantage of traveling with the group is a group transfer to and from the airport.

  • Our team of Professionally trained guides provide all-around information and always available to answer any questions you may have.

  • A daily private mass with the tour Chaplain at some of the most important churches and basilicas.

  • Breakfast and dinners are included daily. Sometimes the meals are served buffet style, or a 3 course meal.

  • All entrance fees to all of the sites are taken cared of. No more waiting in line to grab your tickets. We’ve already pre-purchased them for you.

  • Makes listening and exploring the different sites easier.

Tour Includes

  • We highly recommend travel insurance when traveling abroad.

  • Tips for guides, drivers, hotel, and restaurant staff will be collected before departure. This will be collected at pre-departure meeting

  • Some lunches will be on your own, other days it will be included.

  • ETIAS preapproval

  • Traveling alone? You can occupy and have your own room - a supplement applies.

  • We know you love to shop and eat, so be prepared with your shopping money!

Not Included