Latin Mass Pilgrimage to
France, Spain & Portugal
Join Fr. William Rock, FSSP and Fr. Anthony Uy, FSSP on a Latin Mass pilgrimage to France, Spain and Portugal Taking in Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela, Fatima and Lisbon July 6th-16th, 2026
We welcome you to join us on a life-changing experience as we travel to the shores of Western Europe. Visit the Marian Shine of Lourdes in the beautiful Pyrenees to experience the healing waters and the stirring torchlight processions. Travel along the ancient Camino Frances into the Spain’s colorful province of Galicia to honor St. James, the apostle from Galilee, in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Along the way, stop at two of Spain's most prominent Cathedrals of Burgos and Leon, both designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. See the relics of a 12th century Eucharistic miracle found in a chapel high in the mountain village of O'Cebreiro. Enjoy enchanting landscapes as we journey along the ancient pilgrim walking roads through the Kingdom’s of Castile and Leon. The final days of the pilgrimage will bring us to Fatima, which over a century ago was privileged to receive a heavenly favor. See Portugal’s Silver Coast boasting of colorful fishing villages and high cliffs. Learn of the historical Age of Discovery when Portugal opened the Maritime exploration to distant continents. Walk the streets of narrow streets of Lisbon and discover the traditional sounds of Fado. With memories of history and a renewed sense of peace from walking on ground that heaven touched. We welcome you!
Highlights
- Views of the French Pyrenees
- Healing waters and torchlight processions in Lourdes
- Scenic drive over the Spanish highlands
- Burgos Cathedral (Tomb of El Cid)
- Drive through the ancient Kingdoms of Castile & Leon
- Stain Glass windows of Leon Cathedral
- Celtic Village of O'Cebreiro with 12th century Eucharistic Miracle
- Santiago de Compostela - Tomb of St. James
- Scenic drive through Portugal
- Quaint stop in coastal city of Aveiro
- 108th Anniversary celebrations in Fatima
- Portugal's silver coast
- Monasteries of Batalha and Jeronimos
- The best of the Lisbon
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - New York to Paris
Evening departure from New York (JFK) Airport on-board a non-stop flight to Paris.
Day 2 - Paris - Toulouse - Lourdes
Morning arrival into Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport and connect to a short flight to Toulouse. Late morning arrival into Toulouse. Meet our coach and transfer directly to Lourdes. Mid-afternoon check in the Hotel Astoria Vatican Hotel (2 nights). Set out on an orientation tour of the Sanctuary of Lourdes to see the Grotto where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous. Enjoy a video presentation about the apparitions of Lourdes in 1858 and the numerous miracles that have happened since. Tonight, all are welcome to participate in the magnificent rosary and torchlight procession with thousands of pilgrims from all over the world.
Day 3 - Lourdes
This morning there will be an opportunity to experience healing waters of Lourdes. Afternoon walking tour in the steps of St. Bernadette to see the places connected to her life in Lourdes - the Boly Mill (her birthplace), the Cachot (where she was living at the time of the apparitions), and the Parish Church (place of her baptism). Evening rosary and torchlight procession.
Day 4 - Lourdes - Burgos - Carrion de los Condes
Morning free in Lourdes to make a farewell visit to the Grotto. Depart for Burgos, Spain. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Pyrenees mountains before crossing the frontier into Basque region and the Spanish highlands. Enter into the ancient Kingdom of Castile where Burgos is located. Upon arrival in Burgos visit the magnificent cathedral wherein is the tomb of El Cid , champion of the 11th century Spanish Reconquista. Continue on to Carrion de los Condes for dinner and overnight in the historic Hotel Real Monasterio San Zoilo located on the camino to Santiago de Compostela.
Day 5 - Carrion de los Condes - Leon - O'Cebreiro - Santiago de Compostela
Morning departure westward into Galicia, Spain on the Iberian Coast, a land of ancient Celtic culture. Our route will parallel the Camino Frances, the most famous of the caminos covering 500 miles from southwest France to Santiago de Compostela. Stop along the way for a visit to the 12th-century Cathedral of Leon (famous for its magical stained-glass windows) and the mountain top village of O'Cebreiro, a charming Celtic settlement with 1200-year-old thatched roof homes and an ancient church associated with a 14th-century Eucharistic miracle. Late afternoon arrival in Santiago de Compostela, the colorful capital city of Galicia. Check-in at the Hotel Monumento San Francisco located a few steps from the Cathedral of St. James (2 nights).
Day 6 - Santiago de Compostela
Morning tour of the historic center of Santiago de Compostela with the highlight being the 1000 year old Cathedral of St. James. According to an 8th century tradition, the bones of the Apostle Saint James, one of the “Sons of Thunder” and a Missionary to Iberia, were miraculously discovered in a “field of stars”. It was on this exact site that the Cathedral was built. Pilgrims continue to come from all corners of the earth to pay homage to the fisherman from Galilee! Climb the steps behind the main altar to pay homage to St. James and then descend into the crypt below to pray in front of the reliquary containing his remains. With anticipation, prepare for the Botafumeiro experience, a centuries old tradition where you can view a 5-foot thurible (hanging 170 feet), swing almost to the roof of the transept, emitting thick clouds of incense. Free afternoon to enjoy the charm of Santiago de Compostela.
Day 7 - Santiago de Compostela - Aveiro - Fatima
Morning departure for Fatima, Portugal. Traveling south we will cross the frontier into Portugal and pass by the coastal city of Porto, known for its production of port wine. Take in a panoramic view of the city as we cross over the River Douro. Enjoy some free time in the coastal city of Aveiro, a real gem off the typical tourist route. Mid-afternoon arrival in Fatima, home of the three shepherd children, Jacinta and Francisco Marto and their cousin, Lucia Santos, who received heavenly apparitions in 1917. Check in at the Hotel Consolata just steps from the entrance to Shrine. Tonight is the start of events to celebrate the anniversary of the July 13, 1917, apparition. Join with thousands of fellow pilgrims to experience the international rosary and candlelight procession followed by evening vigil.
Day 8 - Fatima
On this day, 108 years ago, as the shepherd children were playing in the fields and tending their flock, the Blessed Mother appeared to them for the third time. This morning, join with thousands of pilgrims from around the world for the awesome Anniversary events in the Sanctuary of Fatima praying the International Rosary followed by Holy Mass, Blessing of the Sick and a procession of the Pilgrim Virgin statue, as multitudes of faithful wave their white handkerchiefs as a farewell tribute to Our Lady. Later this afternoon visit the quaint hamlet of Aljustrel and homes of the shepherd children. Take in the unspoiled beauty of the fields of olive trees as we walk along a cobblestone path to Valinhos (place of the August 1917 Marian apparition) and Loca Cabeco (site of the Angel's apparitions in 1916). Evening candlelight and Eucharistic Procession.
Day 9 - Fatima- Excursion to Batalha and the Atlantic Coast
Today enjoy an excursion to the Silver Coast of the Atlantic. First stop will be in Batalha to visit the 14th century Dominican Monastery of Batalha, an historic national landmark attesting to the ages of faith in Portugal and resting place of Henry the Navigator. Upon reaching the Atlantic, visit the fishing village of Nazare which boasts one of the highest sea cliffs in Europe. See a revered 4th century image of Our Lady and the Child Jesus, believed to have been carved by St. Luke. Lunch overlooking the Atlantic before a late afternoon return to Fatima. Farewell dinner and one more opportunity to participate in the evening candlelight vigil and rosary on the Sanctuary Square.
Day 10 - Fatima - Lisbon
Today we say farewell to Fatima with a mid-morning departure to the maritime city of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Midday arrival into Lisbon to enjoy a panoramic tour. Pass by the Belem Tower and the Monument of the Discoveries on the shores of the Tagus River. Visit the world renowned Jeronimos Monastery where upon entering you will be amazed at the Manueline period architecture typical of Lisbon and the tombs of the Portugal's beloved poet Camois and explorer Vasco De Gama. Our last stop will be in the famous Alfama District to visit one of Lisbon's most important churches built over the birthplace of St. Anthony. Check-in at one of Lisbon's fine hotels with the famous St. George Castle in view. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner overlooking the city of Lisbon.
Day 11 - Lisbon departure
Morning transfer to the nearby Lisbon Airport. Mid-morning departure on a nonstop flight to New York.
Tour Details
Cost: $4780 from New York JFK (based on double room occupancy; single add $695)
Call for the cost from other cities of departure
Includes:
Roundtrip air from NY JFK on Air France & Delta
All airport taxes
Land transportation by luxury motorcoach
Good hotels with private bath
Breakfast daily; 8 dinners & 3 lunches
Guided touring as indicated on itinerary
Daily Mass
Cost is based on double room occupancy
Single rooms are an additional $695
To Reserve A Seat:
Please
click below
to download and print an application. Complete the application and send it with a $1500 deposit to the address below.
Or call
1-800-334-5425
and we will be happy to send you one.
SYVERSEN TOURING
P.O Box 509
