Portugal, Spain, & France Pilgrimage
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Portugal, Spain, & France Pilgrimage
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Join Fr. June Ramos on a Pilgrimage to Portugal, Spain, & France Pilgrimage!
DAY 1
Depart USA
Depart from the United States on your overnight flight to Lisbon, Portugal. Enjoy meals and rest onboard as you begin this spiritual journey.
DAY 2
Arrival in Lisbon
Upon arrival in Lisbon, we are greeted by our tour escort and driver before departing for the holy town of Fátima, one of the world’s most beloved Marian pilgrimage destinations.
DAY 3
Fátima
After breakfast, we begin our day with Holy Mass at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, one of the world’s most important Marian pilgrimage sites, where Our Blessed Mother appeared to Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta in 1917 with her message of prayer, repentance, and peace. Following Mass, we visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, home to the tombs of Saints Francisco and Jacinta Marto and Sister Lucia, as well as the modern Basilica of the Holy Trinity. We then travel to Aljustrel, the village of the shepherd children, and continue to Valinhos, site of one of Our Lady’s appearances, with time to walk part of the Stations of the Cross pathway. Throughout the day, pilgrims will have time for private prayer, candle lighting, shopping, and personal devotion at the sanctuary.
DAY 4
Santarem
This morning we board our motor coach and make our way south to Santarem, where we visit the site of the Miracle of the Eucharist of Santarem. Here we celebrate Mass. We continue to Nazare, a striking seaside village. Here, we visit the Chapel of Our Lady of Nazare on a cliff overlooking the ocean, devoted to a statue of Our Lady which tradition says was carved originally in Nazareth (Nazare). After some time in Nazare, we will travel to the medieval town of Batalha including its mighty church and the Abbey of Alcobaça. Founded in 1152, the church and monastery are the earliest examples of Gothic architecture in Portugal.
DAY 5
Porto
After breakfast, we depart Fátima and journey north toward the beautiful city of Porto, one of Portugal’s most historic and charming cities. Upon arrival, we enjoy a brief visit of Porto, famous for its colorful riverside architecture, rich Catholic heritage, and world-renowned port wine. We will see highlights such as the historic Ribeira District, the majestic Porto Cathedral, and the scenic Douro River waterfront. During our visit, we will enjoy a guided tour of one of Porto’s famous wine cellars, where we will learn about the centuries-old tradition of Port wine production and enjoy a tasting experience. We then continue our pilgrimage journey into Spain toward the sacred city of Santiago de Compostela, one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage destinations in the world and the Final destination of the famous Camino de Santiago. Upon arrival, we check in to our hotel for dinner and overnight.
DAY 6
Santiago de Compostela
After breakfast, we begin our day in the sacred city of Santiago de Compostela, one of Christianity’s most important pilgrimage destinations and the final stop of the famous Camino de Santiago. We celebrate Holy Mass at the Cathedral of St. James, built over the tomb of St. James the Apostle, whose remains are venerated by pilgrims from around the world. Following Mass, we visit the tomb of St. James and explore the magnificent cathedral, known for its Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque architecture. Time permitting, pilgrims may witness the famous Botafumeiro incense burner used during special liturgies. We then enjoy a walking tour of Santiago’s charming Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with historic plazas, monasteries, and traditional Galician culture. There will also be free time for prayer, shopping, cafés, or personal exploration.
DAY 7
Oviedo
We depart through the beautiful region of Galicia and travel to Oviedo. We visit the Cathedral of Oviedo, whose Chapel of San Miguel houses some important relics from the Middle-Ages, which made it a vital stopping point on the Way to Santiago. The cathedral was also called Sancta Ovetensis. The Holy Chamber is the only surviving portion of the ancient high-medieval complex. It was built to keep such relics and treasures associated with the Asturian Monarchy, such as the Cross of the Angels, Victory Cross and the Agate Casket. The chief feature of the cathedral is the “Camara Santa”, (Holy Chamber) with its venerable relics. Bishop Pelagius relates that the Agate Box, a coffer made by the disciples of the Apostles, contains the most precious relics of the Holy City. The coffer was taken from Jerusalem to Africa, and after residing in several locations was finally placed at Oviedo by Alfonso II. After our Mass and visit, we continue to our hotel in Santander for dinner and the evening.
DAY 8
San Sebastian
After breakfast, we travel to beautiful seaside city of San Sebastian, dramatically set on the Gulf of Vizcaya. The city boasts a lively pedestrian zone. We have some free time at leisure for lunch on our own. We continue on to Lourdes. In 1858, 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous declared that the Virgin had appeared to her several times in the Cave of Massabielle and had said to her in the local patois, “I am the Immaculate Conception.” Today, more than four million pilgrims come to Lourdes each year to bathe in the waters of the miraculous spring. Dinner is served at our hotel. We may wish to participate in the Evening Torchlight Procession.
DAY 9
Lourdes
This morning, we celebrate Mass at the Basilica. After Mass, we tour the Sanctuary, Grotto, and Upper Basilica. The afternoon is on our own for lunch and private devotions. At 4:30 pm, we are welcome to participate in the Procession of the Blessed Sacrament and the Blessing of the Sick (subject to a local scheduling). Dinner is served at our hotel, and we might return to the Sanctuary for the Rosary and Torchlight Procession.
DAY 10
Lourdes
Footsteps of Bernadette walking tour: We begin this morning early with a concelebrated English Mass at the Grotto. We return to our hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we take a walking tour “In the Footsteps of Bernadette,” visiting the Boly Mill, to we see the room where Bernadette was born and the Cachot (the former jail cell where her impoverished family lived at the time of the apparitions). The balance of the day is at leisure for private prayers and devotions. We are welcome to participate in the afternoon and evening procession.
DAY 11
Toulouse
After breakfast, we check out of our hotel and travel to Toulouse the city known as La Ville Rose (‘The Pink City’). We begin with a view of the Eglise des Jacobins, the brick-built Gothic Church of the Jacobins (1260- 1292) that contains the relics of St. Thomas Aquinas. We will celebrate the closing Mass of our pilgrimage at the Basilica of St. Sernin. After Mass, and some time at leisure for lunch on our own, we visit the city including the Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter).
DAY 12
Return to USA
This morning, after checkout, we transfer to the Toulouse airport for our return flight to the USA.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Roundtrip Airfare from Albuquerque (ABQ)
- Excursions per itinerary
- Overnight accommodations
- Meals per Itinerary
- Professional Catholic tour guides
- Air-Conditioned Motor-coach
- Spiritual director
- Pilgrims Backpack
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Passport and Visas (Refer to the section below for Passports or Visas help)
- Gratuities
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