July 14 - 23, 2025
Spain and Lourdes
Join Fr. Jacob on a Pilgrimage to Spain & Lourdes
Join Fr. Jacob Koether on a magnificent pilgrimage to the shrines and sites of Spain and Lourdes! Walk in the footsteps of St. Teresa while exploring the medieval city of Avila. Stop in Burgos and enjoy cuisines and wines befitting the "Gastronomic Capital of Spain". Immerse yourself in the waters of grace at Lourdes and kneel at the Grotto to take a spiritual dive into the life of St. Bernadette. End your trip in the bustling city of Barcelona, a place rich with history, culture, and monuments of faith that speak to the spiritual importance of this fantastic city.
Trip Code: 87042 | Group Code: 17896
INCLUSIONS
• Round trip airfare to Madrid, returning from Barcelona out of Austin (AUS) (including fuel surcharges and government-imposed fees of $300 as of September 2024; final amount subject to change)
• Eight nights’ accommodations in three-star hotels
• Two nights in Avila
• One night in Burgos
• Three nights in Lourdes
• Two nights in Barcelona
• Meals
• Continental breakfast daily
• One Lunch
• Four Dinners
• Local guides according to the itinerary
• Arrangements of daily Mass including donations in unique and historical churches (all locations are tentative and subject to confirmation)
• Luxury motor coach in Europe for specified sightseeing
• Luxury motor coach for airport transfers in Europe for passenger on group airfare
• Local tour manager while in Europe
• Hotel & city taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage
• Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motorcoach drivers
• Whisper sets
YOUR TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Meals and beverages, unless specified
• Other personal expenses
• Travel insurance
ITINERARY
Day 1: Monday, July 14 - Depart USA for Madrid, Spain
Depart the USA on overnight flights to Madrid, Spain.
Day 2: Tuesday, July 15 - Avila
Upon arrival in Madrid, meet your local Catholic tour manager transfer to Avila, the hometown of St. Teresa and one of Spain’s most historic cities. Celebrate Mass, then check in to your hotel before enjoying a warm welcome dinner with the group. Overnight in Avila.
Day 3: Wednesday, July 16 - Avila
Wake up for a tour of Avila’s famed city walls and enjoy a view of the city from one of its 87 majestic towers. Afterwards, visit the Monasterio de la Encarnacion, where St. Teresa began her religious life. Celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of Avila and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. Dinner on your own and overnight in Avila.
Day 4: Thursday, July 17 - Burgos
This morning, depart for Burgos and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Northern Spain. Upon arrival, celebrate Mass at the Cathedral of Burgos and revel in its superb architecture and expansive art collection. Visit the Cistercian Monastery of Las Huelgas and Carthusian Monastery of Miraflores. Enjoy a group dinner in the “gastronomic capital of Spain”. Overnight in Burgos.
Day 5: Friday, July 18 - Burgos | Lourdes
Begin today with Mass and a morning at your leisure. Join together for a delightful lunch and wine tasting, then depart for Lourdes. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy a group dinner. Overnight in Lourdes.
Day 6: Saturday, July 19 - Lourdes
Start your day in Lourdes with Mass at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, then walk in the footsteps of St. Bernadette through significant sites like Boly Mill, where Bernadette was born, and the Cachot where her family lived. Attend the blessing of the sick and participate in the famous candlelight procession. Dinner on your own and overnight in Lourdes.
Day 7: Sunday, July 20 - Lourdes
Today, celebrate Mass at the Grotto and visit the healing baths. Enjoy some personal time for reflection and lunch on your own. In the evening, gather for a group dinner and another candlelight procession. Overnight in Lourdes.
Day 8: Monday, July 21 - Barcelona
Depart for Barcelona and celebrate Mass upon arrival. Explore the vibrant La Boqueria market and bustling streets of Las Ramblas. Dinner on your own and overnight in Barcelona.
Day 9: Tuesday, July 22 - Barcelona
Begin your final day with a tour of Barcelona, stopping by Montjuic for one of the best views of the city. Visit the Gothic Quarter, the magnificent Cathedral, and the iconic La Sagrada Familia Basilica. Celebrate Mass, followed by a Paella group farewell dinner. Overnight in Barcelona.
Day 10: Wednesday, July 23 - Depart Barcelona for USA
Depart Barcelona on your return flights to the USA.
Itinerary is tentative and subject to change
PRICES STARTING AT
$4,999* - Price per person, double occupancy
*This price reflects a $200 per person Early Booking Discount for deposits received before November 1, 2024 and a $120 per person Check Discount for those paying the total cost of the tour by Check. Payment must be received on or before the final payment due date.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT + $1,000
LAND ONLY PACKAGE REDUCTION - $900
TRAVEL PROTECTION:
Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) travel protection is highly recommended.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE AND CANCELLATION TERMS:
Deposit: $500 per person due upon registration
Second Deposit: $1,250 additional due on or before February 14, 2025
Final Payment: Balance due April 15, 2025
Please note late payments will incur a $50 late fee.
All cancellations must be received in writing. Payments are non-refundable and subject to CTS Terms and Conditions, including the CTS Liability Release. CTS reserves the right to cancel any reservation if payments are not made according to the payment schedule. A $25 fee will be added to any reinstated reservation.
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