Country: Italy
Meals: Breakfast-11 | Dinner-7
Embark on a soul-stirring pilgrimage that weaves together the most profound spiritual sites of Portugal, Spain, and France. From the quiet holiness of Fátima to the healing waters of Lourdes, and finally to the artistic majesty of Barcelona, this journey is more than a vacation, it is a chance to walk in the footsteps of saints. Join fellow travelers in moments of deep reflection, candlelight processions, and the shared joy of discovery on this path of faith.
Adventure is knocking with everything you need for a worry-free spiritual journey. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations, with free Wi-Fi on the motorcoach. Enjoy daily breakfast and purposeful dinners, along with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who bring the history of these sacred places to life. You will find comfort, connection, and peace of mind at every step.
Welcome to Portugal! After checking into your hotel, take some time to rest or begin your exploration of this historic city. In the evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a welcome briefing and dinner.
Meals: Dinner
On your guided sightseeing tour of the capital of Portugal, see the enormous monument dedicated to Henry the Navigator. Visit the Cathedral La Sé and St. Anthony’s baptismal site before traveling to the Holy Miracle Church in Santarém. Arrive in Fátima to join the moving candlelight procession, a beacon of hope in the darkness.
Today's Distance: 81 mi / 130 km Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Deepen your spiritual journey at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima. Visit the Tombs of the Visionaries and the Chapel of the Apparitions. Later, travel to the hamlet of Aljustrel to see the childhood homes of the three shepherd children and walk the Stations of the Cross at Valinhos, where the fourth apparition occurred.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel north to Braga, one of the oldest Christian cities in the world. Visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, famous for its monumental zigzag stairway. Cross the border into Spain and arrive in Santiago de Compostela, the final destination of the legendary "Camino de Santiago."
Today's Distance: 280 mi / 450 km Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore the majestic Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, which houses the Tomb of St. James the Apostle. Attend the Pilgrim Mass and witness the famous Botafumeiro incense burner (if available). Spend the afternoon at leisure wandering the granite streets of the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Meals: Breakfast
Journey across the rolling landscapes of northern Spain to Burgos, the historic capital of Old Castile. Visit the magnificent Burgos Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and the burial place of the national hero, El Cid.
Today's Distance: 317 mi / 510 km Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel through the Basque region to the Sanctuary of Loyola, built in honor of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits. Continue across the Pyrenees into France to reach Lourdes. This evening, join the thousands of faithful for the poignant Torchlight Procession to the Grotto.
Today's Distance: 245 mi / 395 km Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend a full day in reflection at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Walk "In the Footsteps of Bernadette" by visiting the Boly Mill, the Cachot, and the Grotto of Massabielle where the Virgin Mary appeared. You may choose to submerge in the healing waters or attend a blessing of the sick.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Depart France and stop in the perfectly preserved medieval fortress city of Carcassonne. Walk along the massive battlements and see the Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus. Continue south across the border back into Spain to arrive in the vibrant Mediterranean city of Barcelona.
Today's Distance: 345 mi / 555 km Meals: Breakfast
Take a scenic drive to the rugged Montserrat Mountain. Visit the Benedictine Abbey perched high on the cliffs to see the famous Black Madonna (La Moreneta), the patron saint of Catalonia. Listen to the world-renowned "Escolania" boys' choir before returning to Barcelona.
Today's Distance: 75 mi / 120 km Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a guided tour of Barcelona’s wonders, featuring Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Família. Drive past the whimsical houses of Passeig de Gràcia and enjoy panoramic views from Montjuïc Hill. Tonight, celebrate your journey with a festive farewell dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Your pilgrimage concludes after breakfast. Transfer to the airport for your return flight home, or consider extending your stay to further explore the treasures of Catalonia.
Meals: Breakfast
World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
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🇵🇹 PORTUGAL
Belém Tower & Jerónimos Monastery (Lisbon): Iconic monuments of the Age of Discovery.
Monastery of Batalha: A Gothic-Manueline masterpiece commemorating the victory of 1385.
Bom Jesus do Monte (Braga): Famous for its monumental Baroque "Sacred Way" stairway.
🇪🇸 SPAIN
Old Town Santiago de Compostela: The sacred destination of the Camino pilgrimage.
Burgos Cathedral: A massive Gothic cathedral and the burial site of El Cid.
Works of Antoni Gaudí (Barcelona): Featuring the world-renowned Sagrada Família.
🇫🇷 FRANCE
Fortified City of Carcassonne: An expertly preserved medieval city with 52 watchtowers.