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Lourdes, France

3 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Start with a pickup from your Lourdes hotel or the station
Visit the underground basilica, dedicated to Pope Pius X
Avoid feeling rushed as you explore with your sole group
Hear the life events of Bernadette Soubrious as you explore

What's Included

Professional guide
All Fees and Taxes
Pick up from your hotel or the railway station for the walking tour

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Your guide can also pick you up at Lourdes railway station. No pick up outside Lourdes city.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Reviews

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41 reviews

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We had Susan as our guide...

Colin_K, May 2024

We had Susan as our guide and she was amazing. So friendly, Very knowledgeable. I would Highly recommend booking her.

Knowledgeable and delightful

Jacqueline_B, Oct 2023

Wonderful tour. Very informative, delightful and knowledgeable about Lourdes. We learned so much about the beautiful story of Lourdes. Highly recommend. Thank you.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Thank you so much Jacqueline for this nice review !

The Magnificence of Lourdes

John_C, Jul 2023

Susan was knowledgeable, personable, and just a pleasure to be with; she is a 5++ star guide to the experience and culture of Lourdes. We would use her again in a heartbeat; very best regards! John, Anna Marie and Jaina.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thanks a lot for her !

Nice Tour of Lourdes

Clay_B, Jul 2023

This was a nice overall view of Lourdes and the spots you want to see. Our guide was very nice, patient and knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thanks a lot for your review :)

Exceptional!

Gay_H, Jun 2023

Our private tour in Lourdes was awesome! Our guide, Susan, was phenomenal! She took us to all the important places and her knowledge was top notch!

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thanks a lot for her !

Our guide Susan was very...

Susan_K, Jun 2023

Our guide Susan was very knowledgeable about the city and all of its important locations! The highlight was seeing the Grotto!

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thanks a lot for your review !

Great tour of Lourdes

Erminia_G, May 2023

Susan was a great guide We only had 1 day in Lourdes and she helped us make the most of it! Lourdes is an amazing place Having a guide made all the difference The processions , grotto, basilicas are magical

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thanks a lot for your nice review !

A must do for any faithful visiting Lourdes

Oscar_V, May 2023

Great guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned many things we would have missed in this beautiful site.

Response from Host, May 2023

Thanks a lot for that kind review !

Amazing experience

Abigail_W, May 2023

My Husband and I did a private tour of Lourdes with Cathy. She was so knowledgeable about everything Lourdes related and more. Cathy answered all our questions and was friendly and funny, she even laughed at my Husbands jokes! We were really glad we did the tour it gave us a great understanding and Cathy pointed out many things we would have missed without her! Thank you 🙏🏻

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you so much for this kind review !

I highly recommend.

Nilda_O, Apr 2023

Our guide Susan is very knowlegeable on everything about the life of St Bernadette, the apparations & everthing around it. We learned a lot about the places Susan showed us around the city. We are very grateful.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thanks a lot !

Awesome Tour! 2 Thumbs up!!!!

Keith_H, Dec 2022

Had a great tour with Susan from Viator! She was very knowledgeable of everything about Lourdes, the apparitions, St Bernadette, etc. Very friendly and accommodating, and she was even able to make a last minute adjustment to our reservations - through the “Contact Tour Operator” link on the Viator app. Very, very impressed. Thank you again Susan for a wonderful tour! 😊

Response from Host, Dec 2022

Thanks a lot Keith, Susan will be very glad to hear from your kind review !

Lourdes private tour

Andre_K, Nov 2022

Our guide was punctual, extremely knowledgeable and very friendly which made the experience special. I highly recommend this service.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thank you so much for that kind review !

Great!

Elsa_R, Oct 2022

Our guide was informative, friendly and easily to get along. She gave us good resources which we did do later.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Thank you so much Elsa for your nice review !

Private guided tour of Lourdes

Laurie_V, Oct 2022

Our guide, Susan, gave a very well informed and interesting tour. She brought the story to life. I would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Thank you so much for your comment !

A perfect introduction to Lourdes.

Adelberto_B, Oct 2022

Visiting the Grotto was the most memorable. Our guide did her best to give us as much information about Lourdes, the Sanctuary, Grotto, things to do within the area of the sanctuary.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Thanks a lot for your nice review !

We learn more history,...

clara_i, Jul 2022

We learn more history, the persona very profesional. Good experencie. This town I found more peace spiritual . The organizacion is fantastic. Thank you

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Thanks a lot Clara for this nice review. Muchas gracias !

Great tour and fantastic tour guide

Jim_M, Jun 2022

The tour could not have been better, and Susan, our guide, was absolutely delightful. Not only exceptionally knowledgeable, she paced us so carefully on a scorching hot day, and was sensitive to the kids' energy level. It's a bit of walking, but what beautiful site and to be complemented by such a rich history. For the faithful, it's an inspiring day. For the not faithful, it's still a spectacular site of art and culture.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thank you for your comment, we really appreciate.

Spiritual

Olivia_M, Jun 2022

Catherine was great and filled on many details that gave our group a deeper understanding of the events and miracles that still occur today at the grotto.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

Thank you so much for that nice comment. Hope to see you again in the Pyrenees.

Our guide was very...

Camilla_C, Jun 2022

Our guide was very knowledgeable, and was able to answer our inquiries and questions. She made sure that important spots were discussed.

Response from Host, Jun 2022

It was a pleasure to guide you for a few hours in the sanctuary. Tks a lot !

Great experience!!

Adjewa_K, Apr 2022

We had a wonderful experience my children and I , highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to visit the sanctuary. Our private guide was on time at 12 pm she was waiting for us in the hotel lobby. Our private guide was very knowledgeable , we learned a lot about the sanctuary and St. Bernardette. Highly, highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Dear Adjewa, thanks a lot for this kind comment.