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October 10 to 23, 2025 (14 days / 12 nights)
Experience an accompanied group pilgrimage to the great shrines of Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela and Fatima in autumn 2025.
THIS JOURNEY IS GUIDED IN FRENCH
5,699.00$ – 6,849.00$
CULTURAL TRIPS
CHRISTIAN PILGRIMAGES
Experience an exceptional pilgrimage that takes in three great European nations and three world-famous shrines: Our Lady of Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela and Our Lady of Fatima. The route follows the coastal path (camino del norte), skirting the Atlantic Ocean with its landscapes of cliffs, beaches, fishing ports and vineyards. Those wishing to do so can walk the last ten kilometers of this route to Compostela. You’ll also have the chance to visit the beautiful city of Porto, birthplace of the eponymous wine, Tomar with its emblematic castle, and Lisbon, the beautiful Portuguese capital. Along the way, you’ll discover a wealth of heritage, cultural and religious sites. Part of the proceeds from this trip will go to support the Salt and Light Catholic Media Foundation.
*Associated tour in collaboration with Télévision Sel et Lumière.
Highlights
Highlights
Jean-Luc was born in Lemieux, Centre-du-Québec. He trained at the Grand-Séminaire de Québec. A priest since 2000, he was curate at Nicolet cathedral parish (2000-2003); pastor of Chesterville and collaborator in Arthabaska (2003-2006); pastor of St-Nicéphore for eleven years. He is currently pastor of St-François-d’Assise parish in Drummondville and St-Luc parish. Jean-Luc is a smiling man who loves people and wants to work with them in all aspects of their lives. What makes him so happy is witnessing someone who realizes how much God loves them and cares about their fulfillment. He has been accompanying pilgrimages since 2002, and these experiences nourish him deeply.
Working in the socio-economic development and social economy sector for over 20 years, Mireille has a degree in communications and public relations. Her organizational and interpersonal skills led her to specialize in project management and partnership relations. She was actively involved in Catholic youth groups in Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean, her native region, as well as on her arrival in Montreal. She was fortunate enough to experience a mission in Haiti. More recently, she accompanied a group in 2023 to the World Forum on the Social Economy in Dakar, Senegal. She is delighted to be able to combine her desire to travel, deepen her faith and accompany Spiritours pilgrims.
Meet in the afternoon at P.E. Trudeau Airport (Montreal) to board a direct international flight to Toulouse with Air Transat.
Arrival in Toulouse. Transfer to Lourdes and check-in at the hotel. Dinner by 7:00 p.m. and overnight stay at HOTEL SOLITUDE **** in Lourdes.
After breakfast, meet with your local guide for a guided tour of the sanctuary city of Lourdes: from the famous Grotto of Massabielle of the apparitions and a bath in the healing waters (a truly moving experience) to the Church of St. Bernadette and the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. Morning Mass followed by lunch. In the afternoon, walk in the footsteps of Bernadette Soubirous, the little girl of Lourdes who, for more than a century and a half, has “connected the world.” Visit her dungeon, her father’s house, the Boly Mill, and the St. Bernadette Hospice. Rest of the day is free. Dinner, followed by the Marian procession at 9:00 p.m. (lasting up to 1½ hours) and overnight at HOTEL SOLITUDE **** or similar in Lourdes.
Today, an outing to Pic du Jer, which overlooks the city; we will take the city bus and then the funicular, which will take us to an altitude of 1,000 meters. At the summit, a botanical trail leads us to the observatory. A beautiful panorama of the Pyrenees with a 360° view of the highest peaks. Possibility to celebrate Mass outdoors after 4:00 p.m. (therefore, it will be a Sunday Mass). Dinner at the hotel. Marian procession at 9:00 p.m. Overnight at HOTEL SOLITUDE **** or similar in Lourdes.
After breakfast, we cross the Franco-Spanish border through the Pyrenees to arrive in the city of San Sebastián (2½-hour drive). In San Sebastián, we will be welcomed by our guide for Spain and Portugal. Stop at La Concha Bay, offering breathtaking views and a starting point for pilgrims wishing to follow the Camino del Norte to Santiago de Compostela. Lunch in San Sebastián/La Concha Bay, famous for its Basque cuisine. In the afternoon, we will continue our journey to Santander (2½-hour drive). Dinner and overnight in Santander at HOTEL SANTEMAR or similar.
After breakfast, departure at 9:00 a.m. to Ribadeo (2-hour drive) along the Atlantic coast. Health break in Ribadeo, where we can observe the cathedral-shaped rocks of Playa de las Catedrales. Lunch at noon. At 2:00 p.m., continue to Santiago de Compostela (2-hour drive from Ribadeo). We will attend the pilgrim Mass at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela at 5:00 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m. and overnight in Santiago at EXE PEREGRINO or similar.
One of Spain’s most remarkable cities and a major pilgrimage destination since the Middle Ages. After breakfast, a guided tour of the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, an architectural jewel with its magnificent portal, the Portico of Glory, which gathers around Christ the four evangelists, the apostles, and the 24 elders of the apocalypse. Mass at Santiago de Compostela. Lunch and free afternoon for personal exploration. Dinner and overnight in Santiago de Compostela at EXE PEREGRINO or similar.
Departure from Santiago at 9:00 a.m. towards Porto. Guided tour of the city of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover its spectacular São Bento Station with frescoes painted on the walls, the Clérigos Tower, the Sé Cathedral, and more, followed by an unforgettable stop at Vila Nova de Gaia to visit a Port wine cellar and taste this wonderful Portuguese wine. Free evening. Overnight in Porto. Stay at HOTEL BLACK TULIP or similar.
Free morning in Porto. Free lunch. Departure towards Fatima. Participation in the night procession at 9:30 p.m. Overnight in Fatima at HOTEL STEYLER or similar ****.
Morning Mass followed by a guided walking tour of Fatima, including the famous Sanctuary of Our Lady, the Basilica, and the Capelinha where Our Lady appeared to the three children. The afternoon and evening are free for meditation and to enjoy the site. Option to participate in the 9:00 p.m. procession. Overnight in Fatima at HOTEL STEYLER or similar ****.
Day excursion to Tomar and Batalha. Tomar is a city full of charm thanks to its artistic and cultural richness (a Spiritours favorite!), while Batalha is known for the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória, more commonly known as the Monastery of Batalha. This monument has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was built to commemorate the Portuguese victory over the Castilians at the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. The construction of the monastery was a two-century-long project for the Portuguese monarchy, developing an original national Gothic style, influenced by the early Renaissance, with the royal cloister being the perfect illustration. Return to Fatima. Option to participate in the 9:00 p.m. procession. Dinner and overnight in Fatima (B/D).
Free morning. Afternoon departure to Lisbon. Dinner and overnight in Lisbon (B/D).
This morning, discover the Jerónimos Monastery, an absolute masterpiece that reflects the opulence of the age of great discoveries. Afternoon walking tour of Lisbon, including the Avenue of Liberty and Baixa – a section of the city that was entirely rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake. Then, an essential stop to taste the famous Pastéis de Nata, those little Portuguese pastries! Free evening. Dinner and overnight in Lisbon (B/D).
After an early breakfast, transfer to Lisbon Airport for your return flight to Montreal.
***Itinerary subject to change***
PRICE
*Spiritours offers the possibility of pairing, but exceptionally, Spiritours cannot assume the additional costs for single occupancy if we are unable to match you.
* All prices are based on the exchange rate in effect on September 1, 2025.
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REGISTRATION
Registration deadline: August 10, 2025 (60 days before departure or when the maximum number of passengers is reached). Possibility of registering after this date, but a supplement may apply.
To register: you can register on our website (see top right of the trip web page) or download and fill in the PDF form and send it to us with your $750 deposit. Please register as soon as possible, as places are limited. Please enclose a photocopy of your passport with your registration (international travel only).
Travel insurance: for travel insurance, contact us to find out your premium.
Number of participants: Minimum 30 – Maximum 47
Documentation required: All Canadian travelers to Europe must be in possession of a passport valid for at least three months beyond the planned return date.
For further information, please contact
Shaina-Solange Louis-Jean
(514) 374-7965, ext. 200
shaina.LJ@spiritours.com
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“I found the organization of Spiritours excellent. The places visited, the hotels, the food, the exchanges with other pilgrims were all very satisfying. The guide was able to captivate me with her comments on the history of the area, and was always ready to answer questions. In closing, I must underline the extraordinary work of the Spiritours guide. She showed great interpersonal skills and patience.
– Alain Bolduc , Qc
“This pilgrimage has left an indelible mark on my life. It’s awe-inspiring to set foot in these places rich in history and culture. Throughout this spiritual journey, I lived in wonder, and for that I give thanks. What’s more, the experience enabled me to meet new people whom I will add to my thoughts and prayers.”
– Robert J. , Qc
Video testimony from Father Emmanuel Zetino who made this pilgrimage with Spiritours in May 2018. At the end of his testimony, he shares some beautiful video images of his experience: https://www.facebook.com/anne.godbout.1/videos/10156451564068143
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