Proposed Pilgrimage Itinerary *
Day 1 - Arrival in Lourdes
Check-in at Dublin Airport for your flight to Biarritz. Upon arrival, a coach will transfer you to your hotel in
Lourdes. Settle in for two nights on a full board basis. Enjoy dinner at the hotel, followed by Mass. End your
day with the serene experience of the Rosary and Torchlight Procession at 9 PM, an iconic spiritual event.
Day 2 - Exploring Lourdes
Start your day with Morning Mass, followed by an enlightening introductory talk about the Sanctuary. After
lunch, embark on a guided walking tour, visiting significant landmarks like Boly Mill, Cachot, Hospice, the
Parish Church, and Cemetery. In the afternoon, join the Blessed Sacrament Procession in the underground
Basilica at 5 PM. Dinner will be served at your hotel, after which you can again participate in the moving
Torchlight Procession at 9 PM.
Day 3 - Pilgrimage to Rocamadour
Following Morning Mass, journey to the historic and monastic city of Rocamadour. Check into your hotel for
one night, where dinner awaits. Revel in the peace and spiritual atmosphere of this revered location.
Day 4 - Rocamadour & Nevers
Spend the morning exploring Rocamadour's sacred sites, including the Cathedral, Church of Our Lady, the
Miraculous Bell, the Black Madonna, St. Blaise, St. Michael's churches, and the Tomb of St. Amadour. After
lunch, travel to Nevers. Check into your hotel for one night and enjoy dinner.
Day 5 - Nevers to Paris
Begin your day with Mass at the Convent of St. Gildard, home to the body of St. Bernadette. Visit the
infirmary, museum, and the convent gardens for a reflective experience. Later, transfer to Paris, check into
your hotel for two nights, and enjoy dinner. An optional Seine River Cruise is available after dinner (approx.
€20).
Day 6 - Paris Sightseeing
Morning Mass at the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal on Rue du Bac is followed by a visit to St. Vincent de
Paul's shrine. A panoramic sightseeing tour covers iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe,
Champs-�lys�es, and Les Invalides. Enjoy dinner at the hotel, with free time for personal exploration
afterward.
Day 7 - Pilgrimage to Lisieux
After breakfast, travel to Sacr�-C�ur for a serene morning visit. Participate in Mass if possible and explore
Montmartre. Post-lunch, drive to Lisieux, the town of St. Th�r�se. Check into your hotel for one night and
enjoy dinner.
Day 8 - Exploring Lisieux & Departure
Discover the places associated with St. Th�r�se, including Les Buissonnets, the Carmel Chapel and Museum,
the Crypt, and the Basilica dedicated to her. Celebrate Mass in the Crypt. In the afternoon, transfer to
Beauvais Airport for your flight back to Dublin, marking the end of this transformative journey.
*It is our intention to follow the itinerary as outlined above, however due to many factors like local holidays, traffic or weather conditions it may be necessary to make changes to the order of events or even the cancelation of certain events.
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