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ABOUT YOUR TRIP
France is known as one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. An inspiring pilgrimage highlighted by the Blessed Mother’s shrine at Lourdes where she appeared to a young shepherd girl. Explore Nevers, where St. Bernadette lived after the apparitions and Lisieux, the home of St. Therese “The Little Flower of Jesus.” From the cathedral in Chartres with its impressive stained glass windows to the magnificent Mont St. Michel, France is home to some of the world’s greatest shrines. Explore the Beaches of Normandy and finish with Paris, “The City of Lights!”
Under Nativity’s excellent organization and leadership, our pilgrimages offer complete itineraries that include round-trip airfare, first-class hotel accommodations, breakfast, dinner, all transportation, daily Masses, and more!
ITINERARY
Today marks the exciting beginning of your pilgrimage as you take off on your flight to the enchanting city of Paris! Get ready for an adventure filled with rich history and beautiful experiences.
Welcome to Paris! Upon your arrival, our tour escort will greet you at the airport. We’ll start at the Shrine of Saint Vincent de Paul, where you can see his body in a beautiful reliquary. Next, we’ll visit the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal, a significant site where Our Lady appeared to St. Catherine Labouré in 1830. After a meaningful Mass, we’ll check in at the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring Paris before dinner at your hotel.
Join us for an unforgettable full-day tour of the “City of Lights!” We’ll visit iconic sites like Notre Dame Cathedral, the stunning Sainte-Chapelle with its beautiful stained glass, and the Basilica of Sacré Coeur in Montmartre, where St. Ignatius of Loyola made his first vows in 1534. We’ll also see the Eiffel Tower, the Grand Opera House, and the Arc de Triomphe. After a day of amazing sights, enjoy dinner and a restful night at your hotel.
After breakfast, we’ll explore the beautiful Normandy countryside to Lisieux, the home of St. Thérèse. We’ll visit her childhood home and the Carmel Convent. After Mass, we’ll see the Basilica of St. Thérèse, its Crypt, and the 13th-century Gothic Cathedral of St. Peter. Our journey continues to Mont-Saint-Michel, the shrine of the Archangel Michael. Enjoy dinner and a restful night at your hotel.
This morning, we will explore the breathtaking Benedictine Monastery at Mont-Saint-Michel, including the beautiful Church of St. Michael. After our visit, we will journey south to Poitiers, a significant pilgrimage destination linked to Saint Hilary. After sharing dinner with your fellow pilgrims, you will spend the night at your hotel.
Kick off your day in Poitiers by exploring St. Hilary’s Baptistry, then pay a visit to the church of Notre-Dame-la-Grande and wrap up with a stop at the tomb of Saint Hilary. In the afternoon, make your way to Nevers, where St. Bernadette devoted her life as a nun following her visions in Lourdes. After dinner, settle in for a restful overnight stay at your hotel.
After breakfast, we head to Paray-le-Monial, where Our Lord appeared to St. Margaret Mary, fostering devotion to His Sacred Heart. After a special Mass at the Visitation Chapel and visiting the Basilica to see Blessed Claude de la Colombière’s tomb, we’ll travel to Lyon, France’s second-largest city. Famous for its culinary scene, Lyon offers a delightful dining experience. Dinner and overnight will be at your hotel.
This morning, we’ll take a scenic train journey to Toulouse. After arriving, we’ll board our motor coach and head to the world-famous pilgrimage site of Lourdes, where Our Lady graced Bernadette with her presence in 1858, introducing herself as the “Immaculate Conception.” Settle in for dinner and a restful evening at your hotel.
Experience a profound day in Lourdes, starting with Mass at the Grotto of Massabielle, where the Virgin Mary appeared 18 times. Explore the Basilica of Pius X, visit Bernadette’s home, and see sites renowned for miraculous healings. The day concludes with the Blessed Sacrament Procession and the Candlelight Procession. Dinner will be at your hotel.
After breakfast, we’ll bid farewell to Lourdes and take a train back to Paris. The rest of the day is yours to soak in the charm of this vibrant city at your own pace. End the day with a delightful farewell dinner at a local restaurant, reminiscing about the incredible journey you’ve experienced.
This morning, we will transfer you to the airport as you prepare to return home with memories of a remarkable pilgrimage filled with faith, inspiration, and the everlasting beauty of France.
YOUR TRIP INCLUDES
Round-Trip Airfare
First-Class Hotels
Land transportation
Breakfast & Dinner
Professional Tour Guides
Daily Mass
Sightseeing/Admission Fees
Medical Insurance
GALLERY
PLAN A TRIP
Booking your spiritual journey with Nativity Pilgrimage ensures you a hassle-free travel experience. You don’t have to worry about logistics, such as flights, hotels, guides, drivers, transportation, etc. We do all the heavy lifting so you can direct your full attention to the pilgrimage experience.
Our expert team is always available to make sure the process is simple and seamless. We provide comprehensive support, process all reservations, handle all accounting, invoicing, payment processing, travel documents, and anything else you can think of. We are here to walk you through all of your options to make sure we create the pilgrimage of a lifetime.
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TRAVEL PROTECTION
Although travel insurance is optional, it is highly recommended. Be prepared for unforeseen events that can leave you to cancel your trip, or worse, with out-of-pocket expenses! Buy it now upon registration to get “Cancel For Any Reason.” There are 2 options for travel insurance:
- Buy directly online through our website after submitting the application
- Buy insurance from your own insurance company.
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