Private Guided History tour of Lourdes
Lourdes, FR
96% of travellers recommend this
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Private Guided Experience
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Duration 3 hours
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Licensed accredited guide
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Wheelchair accessible
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Available in English, French, Japanese
Explore the rich history and spirituality of Lourdes on a private guided tour, including a visit to the medieval castle and key historical sites.
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Included
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Services of a licensed/accredited guide.
Excluded
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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.
Explore the rich history and spirituality of Lourdes on a private guided tour, including a visit to the medieval castle and key historical sites.
Highlights
- Visit the world-famous grotto and understand the unique story of Bernadette Soubirous
- Experience the childhood of the Saint in the house where she was born
- Explore the medieval castle and enjoy the spectacular view
- Choose between exploring the upper town or spending more time on the sanctuaries
- Visit the basilicas and the Father's house to complete your journey
Meeting Point
At the foot of the statue of Saint Joseph
15-17 Pl. Mgr Laurence, 65100 Lourdes , France
What to expect
Sanctuaire Notre Dame De Lourdes
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.
60 minutes
Moulin de Boly - Maison Natale de Bernadette
Entering the house where Bernadette was born, we will try to imagine what was the childhood of the Saint.
20 minutes
Le Cachot
The place where the Soubirous family was living at the time of the apparitions in 1858. .
15 minutes
Chateau Fort of Lourdes
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!
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
Moulin Lacade - Maison Paternelle de Sainte Bernadette
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).
60 minutes
Admission Not Included
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible -
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This tour is up to 8 persons. In case of a few people, we may have to gather 2 groups together.
What our experts say
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Don't miss the view from the castle! -
Visit nearby Café de la Grotte for coffee.
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Consider exploring the local shops afterwards.
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Bring cash for entrance fees to sites.
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Arrive early to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
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