All Lourdes Tours & Excursions in 2026

Experience the spirituality of Lourdes on a 2H tour of the sanctuaries with a local guide. Visit the Grotto where the Virgin Mary appeared to Saint Bernadette and take time for quiet reflection. On this 2 hours guided walking tour, experience the profound spirituality and history of the Lourdes sanctuaries and basilicas. Your expert local guide will lead you through the tranquil grounds, sharing stories about Saint Bernadette and the 18 apparitions of the Virgin Mary that occurred in 1858. You'll visit the Grotto where Bernadette experienced the apparitions, pause to admire the Rosary Basilica, and have time for personal meditation at the candle-lit Crypt. The tour concludes near the miraculous spring, where millions of pilgrims have bathed in hopes of physical and spiritual healing. With priority entry to sites and insightful commentary from your guide, this tour provides a deeply meaningful Lourdes experience.

Start your visit to Lourdes with this 2-hour walk led by a Local. You’ll discover its highlights, hidden gems, and get practical tips. This is the best introduction to Lourdes. Get to see places like Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes and Massabielle Grotto, along with hidden corners of Lourdes only known to locals that reveal the city’s everyday charm. You'll also receive local insights on where to eat, drink, and how to get around, helping you explore with confidence and make the most of your time. • Get the best intro to Lourdes through its highlights and hidden gems • Learn about local products and connect with Lourdes's traditions • Get local tips on where to eat, drink, and how to move around the city • Make the most of your time with this 2-hour walking experience • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers

>Exclusively private airport or station transfers >Accommodation located very close to the Sanctuary >A meaningful guided tour of Lourdes >If you are making a pilgrimage, rest assured that you are in good hands >We have the best guides who steer the entire experience keeping the tourist at the center of it all >Which is why this tour is customizable in favor of the tourist

See the pilgrim town of Lourdes more intimately, with your own private guide. Along with a tour of the town itself, this excursion also pays a visit to the Chateau Fort of Lourdes where a wealth of medieval history awaits. Hear the background story of Bernadette Soubrious and get cultural and historical insights, too, to take your visit to Lourdes to the next level. Note that any entry fees are extra.

Step into the story of Saint Bernadette with this immersive walking tour through Lourdes. Guided by a knowledgeable local, you’ll retrace the key moments of Bernadette’s life—from her humble birthplace at the Moulin de Boly to the Cachot where her family lived during the apparitions of 1858. Visit the hospice where she studied with the Sisters of Nevers, and the parish church where she was baptized and took her First Communion. Along the way, hear powerful anecdotes that bring Bernadette’s world to life, and discover how her visions forever changed the town’s destiny. You’ll also explore the former presbytery where she shared her divine message, gaining insight into both her spiritual path and the deep-rooted history of Lourdes. But this isn’t just a journey through time—it’s also a taste of the Pyrenees. Enjoy local delicacies like cured meats, artisan cheese, and three wine tastings, all sourced from regional producers. It’s a unique blend of culture, faith, and flavor.

Are you an epicurean, do you want to discover Lourdes and Pyrenean gastronomy? This Food Tour is made for you! ☀️ Embark on a 100% local and gourmet experience. During an unusual walk you will taste the best thanks to generous food and wine tastings. This tasteful and convivial experience will allow you to escape for 4 hours in a unique and timeless sensory journey. We propose to you : A true local experience Sweet and savory tastings to share A walk in the heart of Lourdes An unusual moment of sharing A selection of stories Smiles An accompanist with a singing accent A combo of great addresses incredible memories We look forward to sharing this experience with you

Skip the station stress with a private transfer from Lourdes Train Station to your hotel. Travel in a spacious vehicle with room for seven, and let your English-speaking chauffeur handle the rest—including any delays. Get local tips from your driver along the way and arrive refreshed, relaxed, and ready to explore.

Explore Lourdes in a 60-minute tour with a Local. Dive into its past, view the city’s landmarks, and absorb the lively culture. Experience Lourdes through the eyes of a local. From Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes to Massabielle Grotto, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. • Explore Lourdes from a local's perspective, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover its spiritual sites that showcase Lourdes' sacred aura. • Benefit from top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time by discovering more of Lourdes in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group with a maximum of 8 travelers.

A professional guide just for you and your tribe will tell you the story of the apparitions of the Virgin to the cave of Massabielle in 1858. An event that radically changed the destiny of this small mountain town. The visit will be adapted to your needs and therefore to children! your guide will describe the three basilicas built in the sanctuaries and, if you wish, we will dwell on the formidable history of the construction of Saint Pius X basilica, immense, atypical of which you will discover the magnificent gemstones. Finally, your guide will give you all the information concerning Lourdes water, swimming pools, candles, the Stations of the Cross, etc.

The Pyrenees peaks look impressive from the road, but the Gave de Pau gives you a vantage point most visitors miss. This small-group rafting trip runs the river's rapids through the Argelès-Gazost Valley, with a qualified instructor guiding every stretch. Pick the boat that suits you a stable raft for families, a canoe for pairs, or a kayak if you want to take on the rapids solo.

Take a walk through the history of Lourdes with a private guide. Cutting out the impersonal feel of a large tour group, this private tour offers a more intimate way to see the highlights of the pilgrim town. You'll explore at a pace that suits you best, focus on the history that interests you most, and see the sites linked to Bernadette Soubirous and her apparitions of the Virgin Mary.

Avoid waiting for taxis or taking slow public transportation with this departure transfer from Lourdes City to Lourdes Airport, also called the Tarbes–Lourdes–Pyrénées Airport. With this private service, your driver meets you at your accommodations and drives directly to the airport. Make the roughly short journey in the comfort of a van with room for six passengers.

Discover Lourdes and its 1000 and a history... Follow the Speaker Guide for an immersion in the spiritual and historical heart of Lourdes. You will discover the Sanctuary of Our Lady, its intimate and emblematic places. Soak up Bernadette’s message, take ownership of the water and let yourself be carried away by the unique atmosphere of this world-renowned place. The visit continues to the fortified castle of Lourdes, imposing citadel perched on a rocky piton in the heart of the city. You will dive into the medieval and Pyrenean history of our valleys and enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the city and its surrounding mountains. Programme: In the morning, for the visit of the sanctuary and the castle, meet at 8:00 a.m. Return at 12:00.

Take our Half Day Private Tour of Lourdes! Take a walk through the history of Lourdes with a private guide. Cutting out the impersonal feel of a large tour group, this private tour offers a more intimate way to see the highlights of the pilgrim town. You'll explore at a pace that suits you best, focus on the history that interests you most, and see the sites linked to Bernadette Soubirous and her apparitions of the Virgin Mary. Leave us the details and we will take you on an extraordinary adventure that will create memories that will stand the test of time!

Get introduced to Lourdes in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic landmarks such as the Grotto of Massabielle and the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide bring the city to life in an authentic and memorable way. To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty such as Pyrenean mountain cheese with honey or a slice of gâteau à la broche. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you’ll taste a real part of Lourdes’s everyday culture and traditions. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a great introduction to Lourdes, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You’ll walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

Why spend your precious time waiting at the train station. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from your hotel or accommodation in Lourdes City to Lourdes Train Station by a private vehicle and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.

Explore the spiritual and historical essence of Lourdes with our 3-hour tour. Start in the historical center, where charming cobblestone streets and old buildings narrate the town's rich past. Visit the Museum of Sainte Bernadette to learn about the life and legacy of Bernadette Soubirous, the girl whose visions of the Virgin Mary made Lourdes famous. Next, see the Moulin de Boly, her birthplace, and her childhood home, offering a unique glimpse into her early life. The tour includes the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes and it world-famous grotto, the destination for many pilgrims from all over the world. Here, you can light a candle, say a prayer, or simply enjoy the serene atmosphere. Your knowledgeable guide will provide captivating insights throughout the journey, making this tour a meaningful and memorable experience.

Driver based in Tarbes, I exercise my profession with passion. Punctuality, discretion and courtesy are part of my values. Knowing the region perfectly, I assure you a quality trip. Need a transfer or a provision, do not hesitate to send me your request.

TOUR IN ENGLISH ONLY. Prepare to embark on a profoundly enlightening journey through the illustrious History of Lourdes and the extraordinary Life of Saint Bernadette. Your knowledgeable Tour Guide will expertly navigate you through an immersive experience in Lourdes, transporting you back to the pivotal year of 1858. Engage deeply with the extraordinary life of St. Bernadette and examine all 18 miraculous apparitions of Lourdes in comprehensive detail. Discover the stunning Basilicas and participate in the enriching daily pilgrimage program. This tour offers a definitive opportunity for first-time pilgrims and those desiring to deepen their understanding of the remarkable Story of Lourdes.

Why spend your precious time waiting at the airport. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from Lourdes Airport LDE to Lourdes City by a private vehicle and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.

Experience an exceptional day between spirituality, heritage and nature in the Hautes-Pyrénées! Discover Lourdes and the Pyrenees, thanks to a double guided experience, combining culture, emotion and spectacular landscapes. In the morning, follow our Speaker Guide for an immersion in the spiritual and historical heart of Lourdes. You will discover the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, its emblematic places The tour continues to the fortified castle of Lourdes, and enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the city and its surrounding mountains. In the afternoon, head for the peaks! Hop on board our coach for an excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Gavarnie Circus. You will discover its waterfall of 422m, its forests and its altitude landscapes, in a setting conducive to contemplation. Two complementary experiences... Culture, nature, spirituality: everything is there for a day full of emotions and discoveries.

An alcoholic drink made from honey: Improbable? Come and discover "the drink of the gods" by tasting a dry Mead flavored with ginger, or cinnamon; or a soft mead made with spring honey. There is bound to be a mead that suits you. You will be able to discover it by choosing from the wide range of our meads. Spend a moment to taste a know-how.

This Personalized tour may be adapted to your individual needs. You decide what kind of experience you wish to have. Interested in a full detailed tour of the sanctuaries and the story of Lourdes? Your Knowledgable Tour Guide will recount in depth all you need to know. Interested in a Full Pilgrimage programme experience? Your Passionate Tour Guide will accompany you through the different ceremonies. Interested in some details and history and some pilgrim experiences? Your Experienced Tour Guide will help you decide what is best for you. Your Local, English Speaking Tour Guide will help you maximise your time in Lourdes and make wonderful memories along the way. Your Tour Guide will be available for a duration of 5 to 8 hours depending on your individual needs. There will be a break for Lunch throughout the day, the cost of your lunch is not included in the tour, however your local tour guide may help with recommendations if needed.