Santos en Entrenamiento's Pilgrimage to France

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A Pilgrimage to France: Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Canonization of St. Therese of Lisieux

October 15 – 23, 2025

$2894 per person + Airfare

This pilgrimage will immerse you in the vast cultural and Catholic heritage of France. The itinerary features three nights in Paris and four nights in Lisieux, with day trips to Mont Saint-Michel, Caen and Alencon included along the way. Daily Mass – the cornerstone of each day – will be complemented by a rich Catholic touring program that will bring pilgrims face to face with the many shrines, sacred sites and relics found throughout the course of this itinerary.

Round Trip airfare from Washington Dulles has been arranged. An experienced Catholic pilgrimage guide will accompany the group throughout the course of the pilgrimage, and private bus transportation, tour guides, all tours, tickets, daily breakfast and daily dinner (with the exception of one independent dinner) are included in the price. Please note that this will be a Spanish-speaking pilgrimage group.

Land Only: $2894 per person
Airfare: $1306 per person (from Washington Dulles Airport)
Total Package Including Airfare: $4200 per person

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Trip Highlights

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Paris

We will begin our pilgrimage with two full days in beautiful city of Paris. Here will we will visit incredible churches such as the Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, Sacre Coeur and Notre Dame Cathedral. We’ll even conclude our time with a cruise down the picturesque Seine River.

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Lisieux

We will continue our pilgrimage with five nights in Lisieux, home to Doctor of the Church, St. Therese of the Child Jesus. We’ll enter into the life and spirituality of the Little Flower, while at the same time having the incredible opportunity of celebrating the 100th anniversary of her canonization!

Mont Saint-Michel

Departing Lisieux for the day, we will journey to the jaw-dropping Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel, which was once considered one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in all of the Christian world. We’ll enjoy a tour of the majestic abbey followed by free time.

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Alencon & Caen

We will conclude our pilgrimage with two day trips to thw towns of Alencon and Caen. Alencon is the birthplace of Therese and here we will visit her family home and her father’s clock shop. In Caen, we will pray at the tomb of Therese’s sister, Leonie Martin.

IMPORTANT ACTION ITEMS

Planning Checklist

Registration

In order to register, click "Register Now" on the top of this webpage and follow the prompts on the form.

Passports - Upload or Apply Today

After registering we will send you a link to upload your passport. If you do not have a valid passport you must apply ASAP. It can take up to three months for new and renewed passports to arrive. Passports must be valid six (6) months AFTER the date of return to the USA.

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Purchase Travel Insurance

ProRome Tours will send you an insurance quote as soon as you register. We strongly suggest that everyone purchase travel insurance.

Prepare Physically

We recommend that pilgrims start walking to prepare for the physical demands of this pilgrimage. We will take the bus whenever possible, but this trip will include approximately 4-7 miles walking, spread throughout the duration of each day.

Pre-Trip Video

Approximately two months before departure, ProRome Tours will send a preparatory pre-trip video to all participants regarding their pilgrimage.

Welcome Boxes

Approximately one month before departure, ProRome Tours will send welcome boxes to all trip participants. Items include: name tags, luggage tags, final detailed itineraries and more.

Final Trip Information

Two weeks before departure, ProRome Tours will email each pilgrim the final trip information, which will include the final detailed itineraries, the rooming lists, the e-ticket numbers for your flights (if booked through ProRome) and any other pertinent trip information.

TRIP DETAILS

Pricing, Payments & Cancellation

Payments

Below is the payment schedule.

$200 / due @ registration

$2000

due April 11, 2025

$2000

due June 13, 2025

$475 Single Room Supplement

IF APPLICABLE due June 13, 2025

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Regular Price

See brochure for full list of inclusions.

$4200 / per-person

Roundtrip Airfare on Delta Air Lines

7 Nights Lodging in Double Occupancy

Private Spanish-Speaking Guide

All Tours and Entrance Fees

Private Bus Transportation

Cable Car Ticket for Sacre Couer Basilica

Daily Breakfast

Daily Lunch or Dinner

Gratuities for Guide & Bus Driver

Donation to Sacred Print LLC

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Cancellation

If you cancel, this policy applies.

Our Policy

100 Days or More before Tour

Full refund less $200.00 deposit

100-75 Days before Tour

50% Refund

Within 75 Days of Tour

No Refund

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Additional Trip Information

Registration, Payments and Cancellation

In order to register please click on the “Register Now” button at the top of this webpage. We will then process your registration and contact you by email with more information.

For questions regarding cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions found here: https://prorome.com/terms-conditions/

Flight Information

Airline

The group is flying on Air France from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) and KLM Airlines from Charles de Gaulle Airport. Please see below for the detailed flight itinerary. The cost of $1306 is included in the package price. If you opt to fly on your own this amount will be deducted from your invoice.

10/15/25 AF51 IAD-CDG 6:25pm-8:05am 10/16/25

10/23/25 KL1406 CDG-AMS 10:15am-11:35am

10/23/25 KL651 AMS-IAD 1:05pm-3:35pm

Seating & Upgrades

Seat selection and upgrades are not guaranteed. If you have any requests or questions regarding seating or are interested in an upgrade, please contact our travel agent Alex at flights@prorome.com .

Please refer to our Airfare FAQs and General FAQs for more information.

Hotel Information

Hotels

While on your pilgrimage you will be staying at the following religious guest houses. More information regarding these hotels is forthcoming.

Paris : Prieuré Saint Benoît or equivalent
Lisieux : Ermitage Sainte Thérèse or equivalent

Tipping and Gratuities

Gratuities for the tour guide and bus driver are included in the trip cost.

If you feel inclined to leave a tip for the housekeeping at the hotel, a few euro left in your room is more than sufficient.

Tipping is not required nor expected in restaurants, taxis or bars.

Dietary and Health Restrictions

There are no dietary restrictions. Vegetarian or vegan, gluten-free or celiac, we work only with restaurants and caterers who have ample options for you.

Regarding health, please review a clause from our Terms and Conditions.

ProRome Tours expects you to make a realistic assessment of your health. All Participants are expected to be in active good health, to enjoy traveling as part of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural differences with grace. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels and airports, to board the aircraft, and as part of many excursions. Prior to traveling, we highly recommend visiting your personal physician for a check-up, so that you may discuss your ability to participate in this type of journey. For the latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas you will visit, consult your physician and the Centers for Disease Control. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment should be reported in writing when the reservation is made. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate Participants with special needs; however, we cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements will be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our Tour staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the Participant. If you would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to do so at any time.

Placing Calls in France

If you are calling from an American phone number, you must dial the international “dial out” code first, which is “00”, or simply the “+” symbol. You must then dial the country code (USA is 1, France is 33), followed by the number.

NB – Remember to CONTACT YOUR SERVICE provider a few days before the trip and activate international calling on your phone.

Crisis Management

The following scenarios are typical “crisis” situations that may occur while on tour Italy and how to best prevent and manage them. Please read. If you would like to read our full plan please download it here: https://prorome.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/ProRome-Crisis-Management-Plan-.pdf.

You Get Lost

This is a common occurrence. First of all, stay put. Most folks who get really lost do so by running in the wrong direction! Your tour manager will find you if you stay put. If you have a cell phone, please call your tour manager, or any other group member you may be in contact with. If you cannot dial “+” on your phone, dial “00” followed by “1”, followed by the number. If after 30 minutes you are unable to reach your tour manager and cannot find the group, proceed to the nearest Taxi stand and have a cab take you back to the hotel. The hotel address can be found below. If you do not see a cab stand nearby, enter the nearest hotel and ask the concierge to call you a cab. Upon arrival at the hotel please call your tour manager and let him know that you have returned to the hotel.

You Lose Your Phone, Wallet or Passport

Nine times out of ten, this can be prevented. Theft is not uncommon in Rome, so remember to keep your valuables as protected as possible. Fanny packs under the shirt are ideal. If you use a purse or backpack, hold it in front especially in crowds. Be aware of your surroundings and keep an eye on those around you as well. If you do lose your phone, wallet or passport, inform your tour manager immediately. We will then inform the local authorities and say a prayer to St. Anthony! The US embassy in Rome can turn around new passports within a few hours, but expect a hefty fee – 500 euro!

You Get Injured

Again, nine times out of ten we can prevent personal injuries by following rules and guidelines that are put in place. That includes never standing while the bus is moving, only crossing the street at crosswalks, and wearing sturdy walking shoes and keeping your eyes on the road. If you do experience an injury, inform your tour manager immediately. If necessary, we will arrange emergency transportation to the nearest hospital for care.

Dehydration and Fatigue

It is crucially important to begin hydration at least three days prior to departure, and to increase your electrolyte intake as well. Touring in autumn can be deceiving, because while you may not feel thirsty in 60 degree weather, your body will nonetheless require lots of water. Always carry a water bottle with you. If you do experience dizziness, a fever or sudden fatigue, notify your tour manager immediately and sit still. If necessary, we will arrange emergency transportation to the nearest hospital for care.

Trip Patron

As our trip patron, we will pray to St. Therese of Lisieux before and during the trip, asking this holy woman for her protection and intercession for our pilgrimage. St. Therese, pray for us!

Giovanna Delapaz

Wonderful experience and outstanding guide who was very informative and helpful. I am trying to remember the church we visited that had chapels within the church that were paid for by France, Spain and other countries. Can you help me? I had a vision there and need to know the name of the church. Tour Guide, Gabriel would know.

Terri LaFever

ProRome Tours, LLC provided the most wonderful experience for my husband and I. We were truly blessed to have had Gabe Salibi as our tour manager. He is absolutely amazing. The passion and spirit in which he provided us so much information made the whole trip that much richer. We had a few challenges as a group and he was the most compassionate and accommodating to those in need. As with other groups we also had a few changes to our Itinerary due to the Papal conclave, however, the change Gabe made put us in St. Peter's Square on 5/8/2025 (our last night) for us to witness Pope Leo XIV elected as the first American Pope. We will be forever grateful for this opportunity! Thank You so much ProRome Tours, LLC. A fabulous and most memorable trip!!!

Jennifer Grimmer

Phenomenal pilgrimage experience with the most knowledgeable, professional and passionate tour guides, most especially Bernardo Gonzalez who is very dedicated to leading his Pilgrims closer to Christ in every moment of their pilgrimage! MUST enroll today for a life altering and uplifting experience 🙏🏻💕 "Quo Vadis?" As Bernardo would ask... Where are you going?

Maria Sawick

OUTSTANDING TOUR COMPANY. Tour guides are masters in history, theology and apologetics. They far surpassed by my expectations and I will whole heartely d endorse them to all considering a pilgrimage company of excellence.

Anne Shannon

My tour of Rome with ProRome was excellent! The tour guides were totally fluent in Italian, incredibly knowledgeable about both historical and religious sites. They were extremely organized and confident leaders of a large group. I will NEVER forget this amazing trip with ProRome.

Theresa Evans

I truly can't say enough about ProRome Tours! They planned and executed the pilgrimage of a lifetime—perfectly. Due to the passing of Pope Francis and the postponement of Blessed Carlo Acutis’s canonization, the team had to completely replan our itinerary—months of preparation redone in just three days. I didn’t know what to expect, but the trip turned out to be absolutely incredible. They really pulled through. Our tour guides, Bernardo and Brendan, were phenomenal—deep wells of knowledge in architecture, Ancient Rome, Church history, and more. Both are faithful and reverent Catholics, which was a gift to witness and made the experience even richer. They made me feel safe, informed, and confident throughout our travels in Rome and Assisi. I also want to highlight the excellent communication from Michele and Emma in the months leading up to the trip. They were attentive, helpful, and kind. It’s clear that ProRome isn’t just a tour company—it’s a ministry. I hope to travel with them again. This experience was truly a blessing.

Clara Murphy

Was a great experience! I know our group was a little difficult because of having some elderly people who had a hard time keeping up, but our tour guide Lucy was very patient and helpful and did a great job of getting us everywhere in good timing (especially with the hectic reschedules due to Pope Francis’ death) and explaining the history.

Jim Mearns

ProRome provided an amazing pilgrimage for us. I was part of a pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi for the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis. ProRome went above and beyond all expectations when one week before our trip Pope Francis died and the canonization was postponed indefinitely. But, in an amazing, behind the scenes hard work effort ProRome created a magnificent alternative pilgrimage for us. We would attend the viewing and then the funeral for the Holy Father. This was a very spiritually defining moment for so many of us on this trip. We also had the opportunity to attend Mass at St. Mary Major in Rome in the side altar next to the burial place of Pope Francis. Our tour guides were experts in the history of Rome, the Vatican and Assisi. They had many stories, as well as information about the unique architecture of each place we visited. ProRome is more than a tour company, it is a pilgrimage planning company that provides as much spiritually edifying experiences as it provides historical experiences. If I could give ProRome a 10 out of 5 I would!

Ross Warlock

The pilgrimage that ProRome took our group on was awesome. As someone that despises traveling, they made the chaos that was the death of Pope Francis, on our first day, bearable and exciting. Loved the experience and will definitely go again.