Private Guided History tour of Lourdes

The story of Bernadette Soubirous is unique, but its spiritual approach can also be combined with a cultural and historical perspective, which will help to appreciate the spirit of Lourdes.
Compared to standard city tours, this tour includes a visit to the medieval castle of Lourdes.
The guide will adapt to your preferences and make your trip to Lourdes a unique and unforgettable experience.


Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Sanctuaire Notre Dame de Lourdes, 1 avenue Monseigneur theas, 65108, Lourdes France

A tour that will take you to the world-famous grotto where the Virgin Lady appeared in 1858, and help you to understand from a cultural and historical point of view, the unique story of Bernadette Soubirous. We will then proceed to the different basilicas and to the fountains where you can fetch the holy water.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Moulin de Boly - Maison Natale de Bernadette, 12 rue Bernadette Soubirous, 65100, Lourdes France

Entering the house where Bernadette was born, we will try to imagine what was the childhood of the Saint.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Le Cachot, 15 rue des Petits Fosses, 65100, Lourdes France

The place where the Soubirous family was living at the time of the apparitions in 1858. .

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Chateau Fort of Lourdes, 25 rue du Fort, 65100, Lourdes France

Regarding the second half of our discovery, the guide will suggest 2 options :

Option 1 : we will explore the upper part of the town and try to imagine how Lourdes was before the apparitions. We will then visit the medieval castle (Chateau Fort Musée Pyrénéen) and discover its charming little museum dedicated to the arts and traditions of the Pyrenees. The view from the castle towards the sanctuaries and the city is spectacular!

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Moulin Lacade - Maison Paternelle de Sainte Bernadette, 2 rue Bernadette Soubirous, 65100, Lourdes France

Regarding the second half of our discovery, the guide will suggest 2 options :

Option 2 : Spending more time on the sanctuaries to visit the basilicas + Visit of the Father's house (house that still belongs to the descendents of the Soubirous family).

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour is up to 8 persons. In case of a few people, we may have to gather 2 groups together."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duración: 3 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: St. Joseph's Gate, 15-17 Pl. Mgr Laurence, 65100 Lourdes, France

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• Services of a licensed/accredited guide.

No Incluye

• Entrance fee to the Castle (Château fort) 7,50 euros per person.
• Entrance fee to the father's house (Moulin Lacadé) 2.50 euros per person.

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