Grand Tour of France's Sanctuary Cities: Catholic Journey

The Grand Tour of France’s Sanctuary Cities is the most complete of the religious tours to offer Catholic groups, parishes or international pilgrims.

It links Lourdes, Lisieux, Rocamadour, La Salette, Paray-le-Monial, Ars-sur-Formans, Nevers and Paris.

Pilgrimage, heritage, great landscapes: Catholic France in a single journey. EXOD Agency builds it to measure for agencies and tour operators. From €2,650 per person.

Spiritual Value

Great Marian sanctuaries, apparition sites, cities of saints: the best-known landmarks of prayer in France.

Cultural Richness

Medieval villages, basilicas, Alpine mountains, cathedrals: each stage reveals another France.

Group Experience

Reflection, discovery, fellowship: the tour creates strong group dynamics.

Journey of Meaning and Memory

Travelers leave enriched spiritually, culturally and humanly.

Lisieux

Why Choose This Major Catholic Tour and Christian Travel Circuit in France?

Few offers allow a pilgrimage in France this complete, across its greatest French places of faith.

Intensity, geographic variety, the fame of each stage: this premium Christian journey suits religious groups as well as travelers seeking meaning. Here are its four strengths.

Example Itinerary of the Grand Tour of France's Catholic Sanctuaries: 12 Days

Adaptable from 10 to 14 days depending on market, budget and comfort level. The itinerary below strings the great French sanctuaries together in a coherent, realistic order, with good road conditions.

Why This Grand Catholic Tour in France Is Unique

Few journeys cross this many major sites at once. The tour gives a rare view of French spirituality and its religious heritage. It leaves a lasting mark.

Rocamadour

6 Highlights of This Christian and Catholic Tour in France

More than a string of stages: experiences that leave a mark. Each place has its own intensity, spiritual, cultural or human. Here are six highlights of this Catholic journey in France.

Discover the Grand Tour of the Sanctuary Cities in Images

Alpine mountains, medieval villages, basilicas, sacred grottoes, Paris monuments: rare visual richness, a different setting every day.

Major Destinations of This Catholic Journey in France

This tour links the leading destinations of religious tourism in France. Each stage adds to the perceived value of the journey through its fame and its history.

Lisieux
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
La Salette
At 1,800 metres, La Salette keeps the secret of 1846.
Normandy
Lisieux
After Lourdes, this is where people come: Lisieux, Saint Therese and her basilica.
Occitanie
Lourdes
Millions of pilgrims a year in Lourdes. Understanding why means going.
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Nevers
Saint Bernadette rests in Nevers, visible in her shrine. Many still do not know.
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Paray-le-Monial
Paray-le-Monial, cradle of the Sacred Heart: it all began with a nun and a chapel.
Occitanie
Rocamadour
Rocamadour clings to the cliff: 216 steps pilgrims once climbed on their knees.

Our Recommendations for Organizing This Catholic Group Journey

A premium tour calls for careful preparation: comfort, smooth logistics, quality throughout. It adjusts to group profile and age, and to comfort level.

Ideal Audience for This Tour

Travel Intensity Level

Spiritual Level of the Program

Customization Options for the Tour

Other Christian Tours and Catholic Pilgrimages in France

Other religious journeys round this one out, on themes sought after by Christian travelers worldwide. Duration, budget and profile all adjust.

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Christian Normandy
From Lisieux to Mont Saint-Michel: Christian Normandy in one group tour.
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Grief and Reflection Journey
A journey of reflection shaped for grief: a setting, a pace, no speeches.
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Baptism Preparation in France
Baptism preparation beyond the walls: six places that explain more than a class.
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Christian Spiritual Retreat
A Christian spiritual retreat that is not toured: it is lived on the spot.
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The Way of Saint James
The Camino de Santiago by coach, without walking for weeks.

Questions & Answers

F.A.Q. Frequently Asked Questions About the Grand Tour of the Sanctuary Cities of France

Ideal duration, traveler profile, fitness level, customization: the questions travel agencies and tour operators ask before selling this tour.

How many days should be planned for this tour?

12 days is an excellent format, adaptable from 10 to 14 days.

Yes, it was designed first of all for Catholic groups and pilgrims.

Yes, the tour is rich but can be lightened as needed.

Yes, with superior hotels and high-end services.

Yes, perfectly, with full support throughout.

Nevers

Add the Grand Tour of the Sanctuary Cities to Your France Portfolio

The Grand Tour of France’s Sanctuary Cities brings together iconic destinations, spiritual depth and high perceived value: a major Christian journey in France that enriches a portfolio. EXOD Agency follows you from design to on-site operations. Quote within 48h.

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