OCTOBER 12 – 20, 2026
France
JOIN ST. JOAN OF ARC PARISH ON A PILGRIMAGE TO FRANCE
Join me on a grace-filled pilgrimage through some of France’s most sacred sites as we grow in faith through the lives and witness of our parish patrons. This journey is not merely travel—it is a spiritual encounter with saints who have shaped the Church and continue to inspire us today.
- Fr. Matthew Norwood, Spiritual Director
INCLUSIONS
• Five nights’ accommodations at 4-star hotels
• Two nights in Rouen
• Two nights in Paris
• One night in Nevers
• Two nights in Ars
• Meals
• Continental breakfast daily
• Two lunches
• Four dinners
• Local guides according to the itinerary
• Arrangements of daily Mass including donations in unique and historical churches
(all locations are tentative and subject to confirmation)
• Luxury motor coach in France for specified sightseeing
• Luxury motor coach for airport transfers in France for passenger on group airfare
• Local tour manager while in France
• Tour manager from the USA
• Hotel & city taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage
• Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motorcoach drivers
• Whisper sets
THE EXTENSION INCLUDES
• Two nights’ accommodations at a four-star hotel in Lourdes
• Continental breakfast daily
• Two dinners
• Local guides according to the itinerary
• Arrangements of daily Mass including donations in unique and historical churches
(all locations are tentative and subject to confirmation)
• Luxury motor coach in France for specified sightseeing
• Luxury motor coach for airport transfers in France for passenger on group airfare
• Local tour manager while in France
• Tour manager from the USA
• Hotel & city taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage
• Gratuities payable to the tour manager, guides, and motorcoach drivers
• Whisper sets
ITINERARY
Day 1: Monday, October 12 – Depart USA
Depart on overnight flights from Boston to Paris.
Day 2: Tuesday, October 13 –Arrival in Paris | Lisieux
Arrive in Paris and meet your Catholic Tour Manager. Transfer to Lisieux, home of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus. Settle into your hotel, then celebrate Mass at the Chapel of St. Thérèse. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner. Overnight in Lisieux.
Day 3: Wednesday, October 14 – Lisieux | Rouen
Begin with breakfast, then choose between time at leisure in Rouen or a visit to Lisieux. In Lisieux, celebrate Mass in the Crypt of the Basilica of St. Thérèse, tour the Basilica and Carmel, and visit her childhood home. Return to Rouen for the evening. Overnight in Rouen.
Day 4: Thursday, October 15 – Rouen | Paris
Journey to Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, home to the Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene. Continue to Cotignac, the only place in the entire world where the Holy Family has appeared. Enjoy a group lunch and encounter with the Saint Jean community. Conclude with a visit to the Thoronet Abbey, followed by Mass with the Sisters of Bethlehem. Return to Provence for a group dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Friday, October 16 – Paris
Celebrate Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal and visit the Chapel of St. Vincent de Paul. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Paris.
Day 6: Saturday, October 17 – Orléans | Nevers
Travel to Orléans to visit the Cathedral and St. Joan of Arc sites. Continue to Nevers for Mass at St. Gildard Convent, where St. Bernadette’s incorrupt body rests. Group dinner and overnight in Nevers.
Day 7: Sunday, October 18 – Nevers | Paray-le-Monial | Ars
Tour Nevers, tracing the path of St. Bernadette. Continue to Paray-le-Monial to celebrate Mass at the Chapel of the Visitation. Arrive in Ars, for an overnight stay.
Day 8: Monday, October 19 – Ars
Celebrate Mass in Ars and visit sites from St. John Vianney’s life. Afternoon free for prayer and reflection. Farewell dinner with fellow pilgrims. Overnight in Ars.
Day 9: Tuesday, October 20 – Return to USA
Early morning transfer to Lyon for your return flight home.
OPTIONAL LOURDES EXTENSION
Day 9: Tuesday, October 20 – Lourdes
Travel to Lourdes. Celebrate Mass at the Sanctuary, visit the Grotto of Massabielle, and pray at the healing spring. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Lourdes.
Day 10: Wednesday, October 21– Lourdes
Celebrate Mass at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Visit the Basilicas of the Rosary and St. Pius X. Participate in the evening Torchlight Marian Procession. Farewell dinner. Overnight in Lourdes.
Day 11: Thursday, October 22 – Return to USA
Morning transfer to Lyon for return flight home.
PRICES STARTING AT
$3,999 - Price per person, double occupancy
*This price reflects a $200 per person Early Booking Discount for deposits received before October 7, 2025 and an $120 per person Check Discount for those paying the remaining balance by check after the initial deposit.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT +$1,000
EXTENSION +$1,799 per person, +$500 single occupancy
TRAVEL PROTECTION:
Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) travel protection is highly recommended.
PAYMENT & CANCELLATION TERMS:
Deposit: $500 per person due upon registration
Second Deposit: $1,250 additional due on or before May 15, 2026
Final payment: Balance due on or before July 15, 2026
Please note late payments will incur a $50 late fee.
All cancellations must be received in writing. Payments are non-refundable and subject to CTS Terms and Conditions, including the CTS Liability Release. CTS reserves the right to cancel any reservation if payments are not made according to the payment schedule. A $25 fee will be added to any reinstated reservation.