Follow The Virgin Mary

Day 1: Arrival in Lisbon, Portugal

Fly to Lisbon, Portugal the 2nd oldest capital city in Europe next to Athens, where our representative will meet you in the Airport & escort you to your 5 star hotel where you can rest & acclimate. In the late afternoon/evening after a nice meal, you will visit Rua Augusta, a prominent street in the heart of Lisbon known for its vibrant atmosphere, shops, restaurants & iconic Arco da Rua Augusta at its southern end. From here, we will take a walk to Castelo De São Jorge, an 11th century built castle perched atop Lisbon’s highest hill & the featured symbol of the city where you will see panoramic views of Lisbon & the Tagus River.

Day 2: Fátima & Cristo Rei Statue

After breakfast at the hotel you will pilgrimage to Fatima, the famous site Mary appeared to the 3 shepherd children-Lúcia dos Santos, Francisco & Jacinta Marto at. Here you will visit The Chapel of Apparitions marking the exact spot where Mary appeared. Then we will visit the Basilica of our Lady of the Rosary, a beautiful church with stunning stained glass windows & the final resting place of the 3 shepherd children. After this stop, you will have a chance to light a candle for prayer & visit the Basilica of The Holy Trinity, where you can attend confession if you choose to before you finish the sacred pilgrimage around the Fatima property. After Fatima, we will cross the historic 25 de Abril Bridge & visit the Christo Rei Statue of Jesus, a symbol of peace over Lisbon & a tribute to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. You will get to go all the way to the top of the statue & see a beautiful view of Lisbon before we head back to the hotel for the evening.

"A great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet and a crown of twelve stars on her head." - Revelation 12:1

Day 3: Lisbon Culture & Flight to Valencia

Start the day eating at the famous Pastais de Belem Bakery founded in 1837 & the birthplace of Pastes de Natas-The crispy, creamy, egg custard filled pastries with a flaky crust, that are the staple delicacy of Lisbon. Next we will visit the Jeronimos Monastery next to it, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose monks founded the secret Pastes De Natas Recipe. After the Monastery, we will visit Belem Tower, a medieval fortress & another UNESCO World Heritage Site, before visiting The Lisbon Cathedral (Sé de Lisboa), the oldest church in Lisbon & where many Portuguese kings & queens were crowned. We will than go to the airport nearby for a short 90 minute flight to Valencia, Spain!

Day 4: Valencia, The Holy Grail & Paella

Welcome to Valencia, Spain, arguably the most beautiful city in Europe, where we start the day visiting the breath taking Cathedral of Valencia, which houses the Holy Grail believed to be the cup Jesus drank out of at the last supper. After a guided tour through the church, we will go to Playa De La Malvarossa, a beach where you will enjoy the afternoon. After the beach we will eat dinner at Casa Carmela, the most popular fine dining restaurant in Valencia, the birthplace of Paella!

Day 5: Zaragoza & Barcelona

After breakfast at the hotel in Valencia, you will go to magical Zaragoza & see the site of the very 1st apparition in history. Mary appeared to St James in Zaragoza in 40 AD & the entire town is centered around the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar. The statue is made of a material that does not exist on Earth & many miracles & healings have happened near it. Following our visit to Zaragoza we will drive to Barcelona, Spain where we will eat dinner at one of the best local Tapas restaurants (and if you like, enjoy some Sangria too).

Day 6: Barcelona & La Sagrada Familia

Wake up in Barcelona, Spain where after breakfast, we will visit La Sagrada Familia, a famous church that some people think is even more astonishing than St. Peters Basilica in Rome. This church is another UNESCO World Heritage Site & an iconic symbol of the city that embodies the architects vison of Christianity, nature & local Barcelona culture. It is meant to represent the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary & Joseph) with the tower of Jesus being the tallest. Following our visit here, we will enjoy the rest of the day at Barceloneta Beach, the most popular beach in Barcelona.

Day 7: Train to Lourdes & Miraculous Water

All Aboard!!! Board a local train in Barcelona for a magical journey through the Southern part of France & snow capped Pyrenees Mountains to Lourdes, France, the site the Virgin Mary appeared to Saint Bernadette at in 1858. Here you will explore the cave near the grotto of Massabielle where we pray you will experience the power of the Holy Spirit’s healing through Lourdes Miraculous Water. Lourdes allows for private walks of reflection. you can attend confession here if you wish, drink from its healing waters & even bring some home with you. If you visit between April & October, you can attend a Torchlit Marian Procession in the evening.

Day 8: Paris, Notre Dame & Crown of Thorns

In the morning after refreshing our spirits in Lourdes, we will take a short 90 minute flight to Paris where we will start the day with brunch at a local café here in the culinary capital of the world! Following brunch we will visit Notre Dame where you will see the crown of thorns! This iconic church also houses what is believed to be a piece of the cross Jesus was crucified on & one of its nails. After relaxing at the hotel, later in the evening we will drive through the famous Arc De Triompe where you can shop on the world famous Avenue Des Champs-Elysees.

Day 9: Montmartre, Louvre & Eiffel Tower Finale

We start the day visiting Montmartre, the highest point of Paris where you can enjoy picturesque view of the city & immerse yourself in the culture best known for its charm, village-like atmosphere, arts & cobbled streets filled with street performers & lively music. We will visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart while here, an iconic church located in the heart of Montmartre. Next we will visit the Louvre, the most famous museum in the world, where you will see Leonardo Da Vinci’s timeless masterpiece the Mona Lisa, Venus De Milo, The Great Sphinx of Tanis, Winged Victory Of Samothrace & other timeless masterpieces. In the evening, we will cap our incredible trip by ascending to the top of the Eiffel Tower for dinner & photos!

Day 10: Bastille, Dôme des Invalides & Departure

We start the day visiting the Bastille, the site of a historical prison & pivotal event in the French Revolution. To end our trip, we visit the Dome Des Invalides where Napolean is buried inside of St. Jerome’s Chapel. Later in the afternoon, you will be driven to the airport for departure.