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Assumptionists' Tour of Lourdes
The Assumptionists and Catholic Digest invite you to join Bishop Daniel P. Reilly and Fr. John L. Franck, A.A. to Lourdes August 10-17, 2009. Journey on this unforgettable Pilgrimage to Lourdes, the very place where Our Lady appeared to St. Bernadette 151 years ago. Included Highlights Airfare
Roundtrip air from New York to Lourdes and return on Air France. Price from Boston & Washington is $2498, from Atlanta or Chicago $2595, Los Angeles or Houston $2698. Special add-on fares available from other departure cities.Accommodations
6 Nights in French 3 star hotelsMeals
Breakfast and dinner dailySightseeing
Half day walking tour of city, full day tour to Biarritz and St. Jean de LuzOther
Daily Mass and spiritual talks |
| Details | | Regina Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | New York | New York, NY : Depart New York area airport and enjoy dinner and breakfast served aboard the overnight flight. | | Day 2 | Lourdes | Lourdes : Arrive in Lourdes. Upon arrival, we will be met by our tour escort / guide and private motor coach for transfer to our hotel in Lourdes. Balance of the day at leisure to rest or take time to visit Our Lady of Lourdes at the Grotto. In the early evening, a Mass just for our group will take place in a small chapel at the Shrine. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 3 | Lourdes | Lourdes : This morning we join in the opening Mass of the International Pilgrimage. In the afternoon, participate in an orientation walking tour of the Shrine, including the three basilicas. We will attend the first talk "Me, A Saint' Everyday Holiness I" After dinner we may wish to participate in the International Rosary and Candlelight Procession. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 4 | Lourdes | Lourdes : This morning's Mass will include the Worldwide Assumptionist Family. Following Mass, take part in a walking tour of Lourdes, "The Footsteps of St. Bernadette", which includes visits to the Boly Mills where St. Bernadette was born; the Local Mill, residence of her parents; the "Cachot," formerly used as a jail where she lived at the time of the Apparitions; the Chapel where St. Bernadette received her First Holy Communion; and the Parish church containing the Baptismal Font where she was baptized. We will also attend the second talk "Me, A Saint' Everyday Holiness II" Evening: Contemporary Stations of the Cross. Once again, we may wish to join the Rosary and Candlelight Procession. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 5 | Lourdes | Lourdes : After breakfast, participate in the International Reconciliation Mass in one of the local chapels. Some free time this afternoon for personal meditation, devotion or relaxation. We also attend the third talk "Me, A Saint' Everyday Holiness III." Tonight, after dinner at our hotel, the Assumptionist Family will hold their Candlelight Procession to which all are invited. | | Day 6 | Lourdes | Lourdes : An International Mass for all pilgrims will be celebrated this morning, the Feast of the Assumption. The entire day is dedicated to our Our Lady. We will participate in the closing ceremonies including Eucharistic procession. We may have some free time to stroll in this quaint village, explore their shops, or just stroll and reflect on the day's ceremonies. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 7 | Lourdes | Lourdes : Depart for full day excursion to Biarritz and St. Jean de Luz. Biarritz, located on the Bay of Biscay, is in Basque country and boasts a spectacular coastline and beautiful panoramic views. Visit St. Martin's Church, view the Virgin on the rock and other sites in this resort city before continuing on to St. Jean de Luz. A beautiful seaside resort and active fishing port not far from the Spanish border, Saint Jean de Luz is a cosmopolitan town with a medieval background. Its Moorish influence is reflected in the mixture of architecture, old World charm, old buildings, fishing port and narrow lanes. All in all, a revisit to the Middle Ages. We will celebrate mass in St. Jean de Luz before we start our return to Lourdes. After dinner you are once again invited to participate in the candlelight procession. Overnight in Lourdes. | | Day 8 | New York | New York, NY : Depart for airport this morning for our return flight. Arrive U.S. same day. |
| | Prices indicated do NOT include airline taxes and fuel surcharges |
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