4 Lourdes Tours, Compared

1.Lourdes: Sanctuary Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 205 reviews · 2 hours · from $55Our pick

A 2-hour guided walk through Lourdes sanctuaries, from the Grotto to the Rosary Basilica, with priority entry and quiet prayer time.

“Veronique was excellent, very knowledgeable and extremely pleasant. However, the information stated entrance fee was included in price but there was no entrance fee !! Also, skip the queue was not allowed though it was mentioned in your information.”

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2.Half-day sailing on the Gave de Pau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 180 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50.81Best value

Half-day rafting on the Gave de Pau from Villelongue with Tom Rafting. Choose your boat, get expert safety coaching, and get wet.

“We had a FANTASTIC rafting experience with Tom. The age range of our group was 13 to 85, and everyone loved it. Tom provided clear instructions on how to navigate the raft and stay safe. While we were rafting, he educated us about the area's history, the river, and the wildlife. It’s obvious that Tom loves what he does; he is one of the happiest people on the planet. His humor kept us smiling throughout the day. This rafting trip was definitely a highlight of our tour in France. If you are in the area or just want to ensure an excellent time, sign up for Tom’s rafting excursions. You…”

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3.From Lourdes: Gavarnie and Pont d’Espagne Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 101 reviews · 1 day · from $58

From Lourdes to Pont d'Espagne and Gavarnie, plus Cauterets and a chairlift option to Lake Gaube. Waterfalls and big hikes.

“We absolutely loved this trip!!! The pyrenees are so beautiful and peaceful! My 8 yeat old daughter and my teenagers loved hiking! The bus was so comfortable. Stephan was amazing! He was the driver and guide all in one. He was very caring too! He provided a thick jacket for my daughter who was cold. Book already!!!”

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4.Lourdes, Guided Walking Tour in the Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 70 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59.91

2-hour English guided walk in Lourdes sanctuary, with the grotto and prayer time, plus guidance for the water ritual.

“Make sure you do not have Joseph for your guide. The tour description says he will tell you stories about the site and the history and lore regarding healings etc. The only thing he told us was that he was taking us to see the grotto where Bernadette saw the apparition and then to the baths. He was in a hurry to get there as the lines apparently got bigger later and led us to believe there would be move of the touring after. We saw the grotto successfully and then he took us to the next site. The ticket says there is priority admission to skip the lines. This…”

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