Pilgrimage to Marian
Marian Shrines with Garabandal 2026
Live an experience of faith, prayer and spiritual encounter as you visit some of the most important Marian shrines in Europe: Fátima, Santiago de Compostela, Covadonga, Garabandal and Lourdes.
A Marian route with a special visit to Garabandal
This pilgrimage has been designed for those who wish to live a spiritual journey through some of the places of greatest Marian devotion in Europe. Over 10 days, pilgrims will visit shrines, historic cities and places of prayer in Portugal, Spain and France.
The route includes Fátima, Aljustrel, Santiago de Compostela, Covadonga, San Sebastián de Garabandal and Lourdes, combining religious tourism, Christian history, spiritual accompaniment, guided visits and moments of community prayer.
Marian pilgrimage through three countries
Portugal, Spain and France united in a single journey of faith and Marian devotion.
Special visit to San Sebastián de Garabandal
The calleja, Los Pinos and the Cantabrian village associated with Marian devotion.
Shrines, prayer and spiritual accompaniment
Masses, processions and guided moments of prayer in a pilgrim community.
Cities and shrines we will visit
Madrid
Capital of Spain, arrival point and end of the pilgrimage. Includes a panoramic tour of Cibeles, the Prado Museum and the Puerta de Alcalá.
Coria
City that keeps a relic linked by tradition to the tablecloth of the Last Supper of Christ, related to the origin of the Holy Mass.
Fátima
One of the most important Marian shrines in the world. Prayer, Holy Rosary, Mass, Candlelight Procession and visit to Aljustrel.
Aljustrel
Village of the little shepherds of Fátima. Visit to their homes and spiritual walk along the Valinhos path.
Porto
Portuguese city of great historic value. Panoramic tour with the Dom Luís I Bridge, the Church of Commerce and the Church of Saint Francis.
Santiago de Compostela
Essential destination of Christian pilgrimage. Historic center, Cathedral of Santiago and the monumental squares of the Way.
Covadonga
Shrine in the Picos de Europa, with the Basilica and the Holy Cave that houses the image of Our Lady of Covadonga.
San Sebastián de Garabandal
Cantabrian village among the mountains, associated with the events of 1961. We visit the village, the calleja, Los Pinos and the Milagrucu street.
San Sebastián
Historic city in northern Spain. Old town, La Concha Beach, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and its urban heritage.
Lourdes
Marian shrine of worldwide devotion. Visit to the Grotto, the Basilica of Saint Pius X, the Rosary Basilica and the places of Saint Bernadette.
Vitoria
Capital of the Basque Country, included on the return route to Madrid with short stops along the way.
Burgos
Spanish city with a beautiful Gothic Cathedral declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Garabandal: prayer, recollection and Marian devotion
San Sebastián de Garabandal is a small Cantabrian village set among the mountains. The pilgrimage program includes a visit to the village, the climb up “the calleja” to pray the Holy Rosary at “Los Pinos”, as well as a walk through places linked to the young visionaries and the “Milagrucu” street.
Garabandal is presented with respect and sobriety, as a place associated with Marian devotion and singled out by pilgrims for prayer, according to local tradition.
Pilgrimage route
A spiritual journey through Portugal, Spain and France, bringing together Christian history, Marian devotion, prayer, culture, nature and the pilgrim community.
Full itinerary
Day1 City of origin / Madrid
Arrival in Madrid and transfer to the hotel. Overnight.
Day2 Madrid
Breakfast. Panoramic tour of the beautiful and cosmopolitan capital, Madrid, visiting its main sights such as Cibeles, the Prado Museum, the Puerta de Alcalá and other emblematic monuments. Afternoon free. Overnight.
Day3 Madrid / Coria / Fátima
Departure towards Coria, where a short stop will be made. This city keeps one of the most important relics of Christendom, linked by tradition to the tablecloth on which the Last Supper of Christ was celebrated. Continue to Fátima. On arrival, possibility of taking part in the Holy Rosary, Mass and Candlelight Procession. Overnight.
Day4 Fátima / Aljustrel / Fátima
Breakfast. In the morning, Way of the Cross along the Valinhos path, from the roundabout of the little shepherds to Aljustrel, where we visit the homes of the little shepherds with a local guide. In the afternoon, visit to the Shrine of Fátima and time to take part in the religious services. Candlelight Procession. Overnight.
Day5 Fátima / Porto / Santiago de Compostela
Breakfast. Departure to Porto for a panoramic tour of the city, with emblematic sights such as the Dom Luís I Bridge, the Church of Commerce, the Church of Saint Francis and other monuments. Continue to Santiago de Compostela. On arrival, city tour with a local guide through the old town and monuments such as the Hostal de los Reyes Católicos, Pazo de Raxoi, San Xerome College, Monastery of San Martiño, Antealtares and Casa do Cabido. Continue to the Cathedral, with its four monumental squares: Obradoiro, Praterías, Quintana dos Mortos and Acibechería. Overnight.
Day6 Santiago / Covadonga / San Sebastián de Garabandal
Breakfast. Very early departure to Covadonga to visit this shrine set in a place of great natural beauty in the Picos de Europa. Visit to the Basilica and the Holy Cave with the image of Our Lady of Covadonga. Continue to San Sebastián de Garabandal, a Cantabrian village among the mountains, associated with the Marian events of 1961. Arrival, short walk, dinner and overnight.
Day7 Garabandal / San Sebastián / Lourdes
Breakfast. Before continuing the pilgrimage, short visit to the village of San Sebastián de Garabandal. You may climb up “the calleja” to pray the Holy Rosary at “Los Pinos”, the place indicated by local tradition as the site of Marian apparitions. We will also walk through the village, visiting the homes of the young visionaries and the “Milagrucu” street. Then continue to San Sebastián for a stroll through the old town, La Concha Beach, the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd and other historic spots. In the afternoon, departure to Lourdes. Arrival and overnight. In the evening, possibility of a first visit to the Grotto and of taking part in the Torchlight Procession, from Easter to October.
Day8 Lourdes
Breakfast. In the morning, in-depth visit with a local guide to the Sanctuary of Lourdes. We will visit the Basilica of Saint Pius X, the lower Basilica dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary, the Grotto and other areas of the Sanctuary. There will also be time to see places from the life of Saint Bernadette, such as the mill where she lived, the jail where she stayed and the parish she attended. Afternoon free. Overnight.
Day9 Lourdes / Vitoria / Burgos / Madrid
Breakfast. In the morning, departure to Madrid with short stops along the way. Passing through Vitoria, capital of the Basque Country, and arrival in Burgos, a city renowned for its beautiful Gothic Cathedral, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrival in Madrid. End of the tour and transfer to the hotel. Overnight.
Day10 Madrid
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. End of services.
The price includes
The price does not include
Planned hotels or similar
Hotels may be replaced by others of similar category depending on the operational availability of the tour.
An accompanied experience of faith
During the pilgrimage, participants will have the opportunity to share moments of prayer, take part in Masses and processions, visit shrines and enjoy spaces for community reflection.
Prayer and reflection
Visits to Marian shrines
Processions and celebrations
Special tour of Garabandal
Available departures
Departures subject to availability, group confirmation and a minimum of 15 pilgrims.
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How many days does the pilgrimage last?
The pilgrimage lasts 10 days and 9 nights.
Which countries are visited?
Portugal, Spain and France are visited.
What are the main shrines visited?
Fátima, Santiago de Compostela, Covadonga, San Sebastián de Garabandal and Lourdes, among other places of spiritual importance.
Is airfare included?
No. International airfare between the city of origin and Madrid is not included.
Is the departure guaranteed?
The departure is subject to availability and to the confirmation of a minimum of 15 pilgrims.
Will there be spiritual accompaniment?
The program includes an accompanying priest for religious activities and Eucharists from 20 pilgrims.
What type of hotels are used?
The program includes planned hotels or similar, including 4-star hotels in several cities and the planned accommodation in Garabandal.
What is special about this departure?
In addition to visiting great Marian shrines such as Fátima, Covadonga and Lourdes, this route includes a special visit to San Sebastián de Garabandal, with places of prayer such as the calleja and Los Pinos.
Can I request information before booking?
Yes. You can request information via WhatsApp or through the form on this page.
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