A Journey Back to Our Mother
LOURDES – FATIMA – VATICAN CITY — 12 Days
Step into a deeply meaningful Marian pilgrimage with Carnival US Travel, journeying to Lourdes, Fatima, and Vatican City in faith, prayer, and trust in the Blessed Mother.
From the healing grace of Lourdes, where Our Lady appeared to Saint Bernadette, to the sacred shrine of Fatima, a place of peace, conversion, and Marian devotion, this 12-day Catholic pilgrimage invites you to draw closer to Mary and experience the gentle care of a mother who always leads her children closer to God.
The journey continues to Vatican City, the spiritual heart of the Catholic Church, where pilgrims may visit St. Peter’s Basilica, St. Peter’s Square, and other holy sites in Rome filled with centuries of faith, prayer, and Church tradition.
With guided visits, meaningful spiritual moments, comfortable hotels, meals, transportation, and thoughtful tour support, Carnival US Travel makes every detail easier so you can focus on what truly matters: faith, peace, prayer, and spiritual renewal.
This is more than a tour. It is a journey of love, grace, and trust under the care of the Blessed Mother.
Guests gather at the airport in Florida and complete check-in procedures for the flight to France. Overnight on flight.
Arrive in France and continue to Lourdes, one of the most beloved Marian pilgrimage destinations in the world. Lourdes is known for the apparitions of Our Lady to Saint Bernadette Soubirous and remains a sacred place of prayer, healing, and conversion.
After arrival, transfer to the hotel and enter the peaceful atmosphere of the sanctuary. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes.
After breakfast, visit the sacred sites of Lourdes. The pilgrimage includes the Grotto of Massabielle, where Our Lady appeared to Saint Bernadette, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, the underground Basilica of Saint Pius X, and the Lourdes sanctuary area.
Pilgrims will have time for prayer, reflection, Mass when available, and personal devotion. In the evening, the group may join the candlelight procession with pilgrims from around the world. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes.
After breakfast, continue the pilgrimage experience in Lourdes. The group may participate in the Way of the Cross and visit additional sites connected to the life of Saint Bernadette, depending on the schedule.
This day offers more time for prayer, thanksgiving, spiritual renewal, and Marian devotion at the sanctuary. Dinner and overnight in Lourdes.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart Lourdes for Salamanca, Spain. Salamanca is a historic city known for its Christian heritage, cathedrals, university tradition, and beautiful architecture.
Upon arrival, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the city and prepare for the next part of the Marian pilgrimage. Dinner and overnight in Salamanca.
After breakfast, visit highlights of Salamanca depending on the schedule, such as the New Cathedral, the Old Cathedral, and Plaza Mayor. These landmarks reflect the city’s Catholic history, art, and culture.
After the visit, continue to Fatima, Portugal, one of the most important Marian pilgrimage destinations in the world. Dinner and overnight in Fatima.
After breakfast, spend the day in Fatima. Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, the Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, and places connected to Saints Francisco, Jacinta, and Sister Lucia.
This day offers time for prayer, Mass, Marian devotion, reflection, and thanksgiving. In the evening, pilgrims may join the candlelight procession if available. Dinner and overnight in Fatima.
After breakfast, continue the pilgrimage in Portugal. The group may visit additional Fatima sites connected to the apparitions and the lives of the three shepherd children, depending on the schedule.
Later, depart for Lisbon. Depending on the itinerary, the group may enjoy a short visit to important Catholic or cultural landmarks in Lisbon. Dinner and overnight in Lisbon or nearby area.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Lisbon airport for the flight to Rome, Italy. Upon arrival, meet the local guide and transfer to the hotel.
Rome is one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage destinations in the world and a meaningful place to continue this Marian journey. Dinner and overnight in Rome.
After breakfast, visit Vatican City, the spiritual heart of the Catholic Church. The group visits St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, with time for prayer and reflection.
Depending on the Vatican schedule, pilgrims may have the opportunity to attend a Papal Audience, Angelus prayer, or another public prayer moment with the Holy Father. Dinner and overnight in Rome.
After breakfast, continue the Rome pilgrimage with visits to major Catholic holy sites. The day may include the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, the Holy Stairs, and the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem.
These sacred sites help pilgrims reflect on the roots of the Catholic Church, the Apostles, the martyrs, and the living tradition of faith in Rome. Dinner and overnight in Rome.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for the return flight to the USA. Carnival US Travel thanks all guests and looks forward to welcoming them again on future pilgrimage journeys.
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Upon registration, a deposit per person is required to issue airline tickets, reserve hotels, and arrange transportation.
The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure.
Guests over 75 years of age or more than 4 months pregnant — please contact our office before registering.
Credit card payments incur a 3% processing fee.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
Guests absent at departure are considered to have cancelled with no refund.
The tour price does not apply to personal visit purposes or commercial travel purposes.
The tour price is based on a minimum group size of 35 adult guests or more. Therefore, if the number of guests is lower, a surcharge will apply.
The company shall not be responsible for missed sightseeing or visiting points in cases where sightseeing or visiting sites are closed without prior notice, traffic delays occur, or guests remain at a location beyond the scheduled visiting time.
The company shall not be responsible in the event of missed flights due to guests not being present at the airport according to the airline’s required time, or due to the guests’ personal reasons.
Depending on actual circumstances, the order of sightseeing points in the program may be changed, but all original sightseeing points will still be ensured.
In objective circumstances such as terrorism, natural disasters, visa processing timelines from the Consulate, or schedule changes by public transportation providers such as airlines or trains, the travel company reserves the right to change the itinerary for the convenience and safety of guests, and shall be exempt from liability for compensation for any resulting damages or losses.
Upon receiving the electronic ticket, guests are kindly requested to carefully check all information on the ticket. If any error is found, please contact Carnival US Travel immediately for timely assistance and correction.
Guests may complete online check-in beginning 24 hours before the pilgrimage departure date in order to save time and make the process more convenient.
For guests with disabilities or special health or personal needs, guests are kindly requested to have a family member accompany and assist them throughout the trip, and to bring a doctor’s certificate when completing procedures with the airline in order to request suitable seating arrangements as desired. At the same time, guests are kindly requested to notify Carnival US Travel of this special circumstance so that we may provide the best possible support.
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Guests aged 75 or older are required to have a doctor’s certificate confirming that they are fully healthy and fit to travel abroad, as well as a health commitment form with the company. Guests are required to be accompanied by a family member under 60 years old who is in good health.
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"The most profound experience of my life. Fr. Joseph's daily reflections brought each sacred site to life in a way I never imagined."
"Carnival took care of absolutely everything. Hotels, transport, Mass every single day. Already planning to come back with my whole family."