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An arched doorway leading to a chapel with a mosaic floor and a statue of a religious figure. 1
A stone gate with a wooden door, chains, and a metal gate. 2
A cemetery with headstones, a cross, and a mountainous backdrop. 3
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A historic building, a river, and a park with people. 5
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Overview

    • Discover the two iconic sites of Lourdes: the Sanctuary and the Castle
    • In the afternoon, take a mini-coach to the Cirque de Gavarnie, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Visit the most important sites of Lourdes and Gavarnie on the same day

Activity location

    • Lourdes
    • Lourdes, Occitanie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Porte Saint Michel, 65100 Lourdes, France
    • Lourdes, Occitanie, France

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    The guided visit of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Grotto of Massabielle, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Rosary Basilica and the Basilica of Pius X, and the ascent "in the footsteps of Bernadette" to the fortified castle
  • Inclusions
    Entrance ticket to the castle and guided tour
  • Inclusions
    Transport by mini-coach to the Cirque de Gavarnie, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the guided tour and accompaniment
  • Exclusions
    Lunch and add-ons

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 5 years, People with altitude sickness, People with heart problems, People with motion sickness, People with recent surgeries, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Experience an exceptional day of spirituality, heritage, and nature in the Hautes-Pyrénées!

    Explore Lourdes and the Pyrenees on a dual guided experience combining culture, emotion, and spectacular landscapes.

    In the morning, follow our live guide for an immersive experience in the spiritual and historical heart of Lourdes. You will discover the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes and its iconic sites – the Grotto of the Apparitions, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, and the Underground Basilica of Saint Pius X – while learning about Bernadette's message and the birth of this world-renowned pilgrimage site.
    The tour continues at the Château Fort de Lourdes, an imposing citadel perched on a rocky peak, where you will immerse yourself in the medieval history of the region and enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the city and its surrounding mountains.

    In the afternoon, head for the peaks! Climb aboard our coach for an excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Gavarnie Cirque. This majestic natural site, classified as a Grand Site Occitanie, is one of the symbols of the Pyrenees: you will discover its 422-meter waterfall, its forests, and its high-altitude landscapes, in a setting conducive to contemplation and the discovery of the relationship between man and the mountains.

    Two complementary experiences…
    Culture, nature, spirituality: everything is there for a day full of emotion and discovery.

Location

Activity location

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    • Lourdes
    • Lourdes, Occitanie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Porte Saint Michel, 65100 Lourdes, France
    • Lourdes, Occitanie, France