Two Days in Lourdes via TGV - Summer Only
Type: Tours in Lourdes from Paris
Departs From: Paris
Meeting Point: 2 rue des Pyramides 75001 Paris
Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Available: Wednesday Friday at 09:00
Product Code: 993
In 1858, the Virgin Mary appeared eighteen times, in the grotto of Massabielle, to a poor 14-year-old peasant girl, named Bernadette Soubirous. Today, Lourdes welcomes 5 million pilgrims annually from over 150 countries. Even larger crowds are expected this year as Lourdes celebrates the 150th Jubilee of the apparitions.
The tour starts off with a transfer to Montparnasse train station from the meeting point where we board the Atlantic TGV train and cross the Beauce, Touraine, Poitou, Aquitaine, Bordeaux and Les Landes regions of France.
When we arrive at the foot of the Pyrenees mountains, a transfer will take us to the La Solitude hotel (or similar) located only a hundred meters away from the entrance to the Sanctuary. The hotel is in the city center and has easy access to the different religious sites and other attractions.
There will be designated free time to go the Miraculous Grotto, to explore the Basilica, to the Baths and to see the impressive day and night processions.
Accommodation and dinner will be at the hotel.
Dinner Menu
- Chicken Soup
- Croque Marie Rose
- Turkey Tournedos in a red wine sauce
- Vichy Carrots and Potatoes Noisette
- Chocolate cake with custard
On the second day, There is more free time to discover the charms of Lourdes on your own pace. Breakfast is served at the hotel.
The tour will board the TGV train back to Paris at 14:55. Services end upon your arrival at the Paris Montparnasse train station.
Itinerary
- Transfer to Montparnasse Station
- Travel to Lourdes
- Free time to visit the Miraculous Grotto, the Basilica, the Baths and the day and night processions
- Dinner, overnight accommodation and breakfast at the hotel
- Free time to explore Lourdes
- Travel back to Paris
Includes
- Transfer from our bus terminal to Montparnasse station.
- Train ticket in TGV Paris/Lourdes and return (2nd class with reservation or 1st class).
- Accommodation in a 3*** hotel minimum (double room accommodation with bathroom).
- Dinner and continental breakfast at the hotel
Excludes
- Meals and drinks not included in the description
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional activity costs
Please Note
- Children below 4 years old can take the tours for free. Any hotel or restaurant expenses must be paid for directly by the parents.
- The Lourdes assistant will provide all clients with an information booklet about Lourdes including details on religious ceremonies, processions and opening times for the baths.
- There is a possibility to participate to the religious procession at night.
- Menus are indicative and are subject to change.
- Train times are subject to change.
Your Confirmation Voucher includes full information (e.g. local telephone numbers) about the Local Operator. To ensure your peace of mind, we select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination.
You can book in 3 easy steps!
1. Select date and number of persons. You will be redirected to the Shopping Cart Page.
2. On the Shopping Cart Page, continue shopping or check out.
3. Enter basic travel, name, and payment information in the Check-out Form.
Upon booking, you will receive a voucher by email containing all details about the tour. You can check the status of your booking at anytime.
After you book
Please print the electronic voucher sent to you. It contains the operator's complete contact details and local telephone numbers. Give the voucher to the operator on the day of the activity.
What if I need to change or cancel my booking?
That's ok. We will try to be as flexible as possible. But you must inform us by email of the change or cancellation as soon as possible. The appropriate amount will be credited back to your credit card account. Contact our Customer Service for help with changes or cancellations. Or read our Cancellation Policy.
Two Days in Lourdes via TGV - Summer Only
"The tour was very organized...from the transportation, to hotel and even the welcome-to-Lourdes pack."
Pia Marina Q., Philippines
