Private Tour

Lourdes Sanctuary Private Tour & Hotel Pickup from San Sebastian

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

8 hours

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Enjoy an unforgettable experience in one of the most important religious destinations in the world during a day trip from San Sebastian. Soak yourself in the mysterious and spiritual atmosphere of Lourdes - a small market town set in the foothills of the Pyrenees.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hotel pick up and drop-off

Private experienced guide and driver

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Lourdes

We will pick you up early in the morning and begin a 2-hour drive to Lourdes. Don’t worry the time will fly! During the journey your guide will give you an introduction of the history of the region and local traditions. Lourdes is a lovely medieval town that has become a second most significant Catholic pilgrimage site in the world after the Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous at various times in summer 1858. Since then, every year the sanctuaries of Lourdes located on the banks of the Gave de Pau river attract millions of visitors. On arrival, the guide will explain you the most important sites in Lourdes including: The Crypt, decorated with magnificent stained glass windows Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, designed Romano-Byzantine style Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and underground Basilica of St Pius X.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Sanctuaire Notre Dame De Lourdes

You’ll immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere of the Religious Town and visit the Massabielle Grotto where Bernadette experienced all the 18 apparitions. There is a possibility to try water from the springs or collect it in containers. During the 4-hour stay in Lourdes we will find time to discover the key sights, find time for a prayer and a mass. The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes is open all year round but the ceremonies timetable varies according to the time of year so please ask us for details.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Lourdes Sanctuary Private Tour & Hotel Pickup from San Sebastian

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Travelogue Experiences
Srinivasan I,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Visiting Lourdes under the guidance of Ania the guide was a memorable life experience and wonderful.
Family trip
Luis C,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The best part of the tour was the guide, she was friendly and professional all the time. Maybe it was my mistake but I was expecting more at the Lourdes place.
Sublime
Ricardo L,
Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a significant and beautiful day at Lourdes… A bit over a two hour drive from San Sebastian but all worth it. Our guide Gorka did an excellent job briefing us on all the details and made the day a memorable one. He not only shared many Interesting facts about Lourdes' history but also gave us the space needed for our own praying and meditation. What a wonderful experience it all was!
Great trip to Lourdes
V4088YIsharonm,
Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Olatz was a wonderful driver and guide. She was so informative about the area and the people who live here. She has great tips for how to visit the sanctuary at Lourdes and she is very respectful and understanding of the religious feelings of pilgrims.
Unforgettable experience!
Maps31475419085,
May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked a private tour to Lourdes for my 90-year-old uncle and his wife. They fulfilled their dream of visiting the sanctuary and attending the torchlit procession. Ernesto, the guide, accompanied and cared for them with great dedication. Extremely professional, punctual, trained and friendly, but above all I would like to highlight the affection and enthusiasm of the entire team.
Lourdes Sanctuary and San Sebastián
T2632ESjaimec,
Sep 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The trip to Lourdes Sanctuary was a moving experience. Our guide and driver Marcelo was excellent, articulate and a pleasure to meet. He drove very well and was most informative about the history of Pais Vasco. He knowledge about Lourdes was equally impressive. Should we avail of your tours in the near future, we would insist on Marcelo.
Time and money we'll spent. A fantastic tour to take.
Maureen G,
Sep 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Martin was our guide for a truly memorable experience. He was on time. The van we went in was very comfortable and spacious. Martin was an excellent driver. Martin told us so much about the Basques, the region, customs, history, etc. It made our travel time go faster. He was knowledgeable about the history of Lourdes and was respectful of the time we wanted to spend praying in the different cathedrals. The restaurant he chose for lunch was good and it was nice to have an opportunity to visit with him while eating.
Amazing Experience!
Esther V,
Jul 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
This trip was exclusively to visit Our Lady of Lourdes on our 38th wedding anniversary. Dani (Daniel) was our tour guide and he was exceptional! He arrived to our hotel on time, was courteous, friendly, very knowledgeable. Our Lady Of Lourdes was amazing and the Grotto was beautiful. This experience is life changing and having a great tour guide made it the best it could be. Thank you and highly recommend this tour with Dani.
Pilgrimage
Dino1954,
Jun 8, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Place for those who believe, it is not a tourist tour. We were, by chance, in the same period as the International Military Pilgrimage for which it was full of musical bands and boys in uniform.
Excellent Service Provided
562myrnaf,
Sep 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The excursion was phenomenal, but above all the red carpet service that our guide Telmo gave us. First-class service, treatment that surpasses courtesy, kindness, desire and longing for everything to be perfect. His professionalism has no explanation. Telmo is definitely a cause and reason to travel again with Ikusnahi Tours. What a way to treat travelers and what a way to make us feel at home. Telmo, I congratulate you for your excellent work and I would really like to say much more but there are still too many words. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, because both my wife and I had the time of our lives. Good luck and we hope to meet again as it would be a delight.