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We arrive in Lourdes where we transfer to our hotel for dinner. In the evening, we join the Torchlight Marian Procession. Overnight in Lourdes Mass Location: The Grotto Meals: Dinner

This day is spent in devotion to Our Lady of Lourdes. We celebrate Mass at the Grotto, with a morning orientation visit to the Shrine and a walking tour of Lourdes, visiting Boly Mill, where St. Bernadette was born, the Cachot, formerly used as a jail, where she lived during the apparitions, and the parish church. This afternoon is free for private devotions, Eucharistic Procession, the Blessing of the Sick, or the legendary, healing waters of the miraculous Lourdes spring... Dinner and overnight at our hotel. In the evening, we can once again join the Torchlight Marian Procession. Overnight in Lourdes Mass Location: The Grotto Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

This day is spent in devotion to Our Lady of Lourdes. We celebrate Mass at the Grotto and the rest of the day is free for private devotions, Eucharistic Procession, the Blessing of the Sick, or the legendary, healing waters of the miraculous Lourdes spring... Dinner and overnight at our hotel. In the evening, we can once again join the Torchlight Marian Procession. Overnight in Lourdes Mass Location: The Grotto Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

This morning, we visit Avignon's Palace of the Popes and other famous sites before departing and making our drive along the Rhone River to the beautiful Paray le Monial. On arrival, we celebrate Mass and continue to our hotel for dinner and overnight. Overnight in Paray le Monial Mass Location: TBA Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

This morning, we celebrate Mass at the Chapel of St. Marguerite. This is the site of the apparitions of Our Lord to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in 1673. It was here that she received the 12 promises to increase the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Following some free time, we depart and travel north to Nevers for dinner and overnight. Overnight in Nevers Mass Location: Mass at the Chapel of St. Marguerite Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

St. Bernadette of Lourdes spent the last 13 years of her life here, and we view her incorrupt body in the Convent of St. Gildard. We celebrate Mass here. Afterwards, we view the Palais Ducal and visit the local museum. From here we travel to Chartres for a visit to the iconic Cathedral Notre-Dame de Chartres. This Cathedral is not only one of the greatest achievements in the history of architecture but also is almost perfectly preserved in its original design and detail. We then continue to Lisieux for dinner and overnight. Overnight in Lisieux Mass Location: Mass at the Convent of St. Gildard Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

This morning we head west for a visit to the site that marks the turning point of World War II, Normandy Beach. We will visit the American cemetery of Omaha Beach where we will say a prayer of thanksgiving for their courage. Later, we travel to the Monastery of Le Mont St. Michele also known as “The Wonder of the Western World”. This magnificent Monastery is surrounded by a bay that is one of the greatest tidal ranges in Europe, resulting in a breathtaking view. This evening we return to Lisieux for dinner and overnight. Overnight in Lisieux Mass Location: TBA Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Following breakfast, we tour Lisieux, the home of St. Therese the Little Flower, where we celebrate Mass in the village convent. We also visit the Basilica dedicated to St. Therese. The Basilica is the objective for pilgrims from the world over who come to kneel in solemn prayer to St. Therese. Here we visit Les Buissonnets, where St. Therese lived as a child. Afterward, we travel to the “City of Lights”, Paris where we overnight at our hotel. Dinner is on your own this evening. Overnight in Paris Mass Location: Basilica of St. Therese Meals: Breakfast

This morning following Mass at the Miraculous Medal Shrine of St. Catherine Laboure, we tour the sites of Paris, including a visit to the most enduring symbol of the French capital, the Notre Dame Cathedral on the Ile de la Cité. While here, we also make a stop at the Holy Chapel believed to hold relics, including nails and pieces of wood from the Cross of Calvary. As part of our tour, we pass by the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower and travel down the famous Champs-Elysees. We will have the opportunity to enjoy the culinary delights of Paris as dinner will be on our own. Overnight in Paris Mass Location: Miraculous Medal Shrine Meals: Breakfast

This morning we transfer to the airport for our flight home with unforgettable memories to cherish always.