Immaculate Conception France – June 2026

Pilgrimage to France

Trip Date:
Jun 8, 2026
- Jun 17, 2026
Group Type
Open
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
From $4,466
Deposit $500
Hosted by
Immaculate Conception Parish
or call us at (574) 383-9396

Trip Overview

Mary and the Saints

From the humble grotto of Lourdes to the stunning architecture of France’s Gothic cathedrals, witness the beauty and diversity of the faith that animated French culture and history and gave rise to some of the Church’s greatest saints. See where Mary appeared to St. Bernadette, pray at the tomb of St. Therese of Lisieux, and soak in the splendor of Notre-Dame de Paris and the Basilica of Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre as part of this handcrafted journey of faith.

What’s Included?

  • Local, licensed professional guide for the duration of the pilgrimage
  • Roundtrip airfare (if selecting the group flight package)
  • Airport/hotel transfers (if arriving/departing on group flight)
  • Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), hotel staff, and meals (optional add on)
  • Opportunity for daily Mass
  • Accommodations in double-occupancy rooms, including taxes (single rooms available on a limited basis)
  • Transportation on private motorcoach and via train
  • Tickets for included activities
  • Meals as indicated on itinerary, including wine at dinners
  • Verso pilgrimage booklets and pilgrim kits
  • Audio headsets
  • Preparation and follow-up materials

Itinerary

June 8, 2026
  • Depart the U.S. (flights not included in the package)
June 9, 2026
  • Arrive at Charles De Gaulle Airport and transfer to hotel
  • Private Mass at the Miraculous Medal Chapel, where Mary appeared to St Catherine Laboure (pending availability)
  • Opening Dinner in a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Paris

Accommodations: Novotel Paris Center Bercy, Mercure Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles, or similar 4* hotel

Meals included: Dinner

June 10, 2026
  • Morning visit to the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture, newly renovated following the fire of 2019
  • Private Mass (pending availability) and enjoy a guided tour of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame
  • Time for lunch on your own
  • Continue up to the Basilica of Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, a sanctuary of perpetual adoration with an iconic dome offering some of the best views of Paris, with extended time for adoration and Vespers
  • Overnight in Paris

Accommodations: Novotel Paris Center Bercy, Mercure Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles, or similar 4* hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris
June 11, 2026
  • Free day in Paris
  • Overnight in Paris

Accommodations: Novotel Paris Center Bercy, Mercure Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles, or similar 4* hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

June 12, 2026
  • Transfer to Lisieux
  • Discover Lisieux with a guided tour of the Sanctuary of St Therese – the Basilica, her childhood home, and the
    Carmelite convent, along with time to pray at the tombs of St Therese and of her parents, Sts Louis and Zelie Martin
  • Private Mass at the Basilica of St. Therese
  • Dinner in Lisieux
  • Overnight in Lisieux

Accommodations: Grand Hotel de l’Esperance, or similar 3*

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

June 13, 2026
  • Depart Lisieux, transfer to Mont Saint-Michel
  • Private Mass in a local chapel
  • Guided tour of Mont Saint-Michel with free time to explore
  • Return to Lisieux for dinner at the hotel
  • Overnight in Lisieux

Accommodations: Grand Hotel de l’Esperance, or similar 3*

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

The Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey, one of the top France pilgrimage sites.
June 14, 2026
  • Private Mass at the Cathedral of Saint-Pierre, where St. Therese made her first confession
  • Depart Lisieux, transfer to Paris
  • Train from Paris to Lourdes
  • Arrive and transfer to Lourdes hotel
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Overnight in Lourdes

Accommodations: Hotel Beau Site, Hotel Croix de Bretons, or similar 3* hotel

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

June 15, 2026
  • Private Mass at the Sanctuary of Lourdes
  • Explore the Sanctuary, including the Chapel of Reconciliation, the Basilicas, the Grotto of Massabielle, and the Baths
  • Spend the afternoon at the Sanctuary and take time to participate in prayers at the Grotto, walk the Way of the Cross, visit the healing baths, or receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation
  • Participate in the nightly Rosary and candlelight procession
  • Dinner in Lourdes
  • Overnight in Lourdes

Accommodations: Hotel Beau Site, Hotel Croix de Bretons, or similar 3* hotel

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

June 16, 2026
  • Private Mass at the Sanctuary
  • Explore the town on your own, including the museums of Moulin de Boly, where St. Bernadette was born, and Le Cachot, where she lived with her family
  • Free afternoon to take part in a variety of devotional practices at the Sanctuary
  • Closing Dinner in a local restaurant
  • Participate in the nightly Rosary and candlelight procession, time allowing after dinner
  • Overnight in Lourdes

Accommodations: Hotel Beau Site, Hotel Croix de Bretons, or similar 3* hotel

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

Lourdes sanctuary evening candle procession, France
June 17, 2026
  • Group motorcoach transfer to Toulouse airport and depart for home

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodations

Standard Accommodations

  • Paris: Novotel Paris Center Bercy, Mercure Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles, or similar 4 star hotel
  • Lisieux: Grand Hotel de l’Esperance, or similar 3 star hotel
  • Lourdes: Hotel Beau Site, Hotel Croix de Bretons, or similar 3 star hotel

Pricing

Package Cost
$4,466

Optional Add-ons

Single room supplement
$1,285/person
Optional group flight
$1,308/person
Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), hotel staff, and meals
$TBD/person
Travel Protection
Quote available upon registration*

Pricing listed per person in double-occupancy rooms and does not include airfare.
The number of available single-occupancy rooms is limited.

*Travel protection price is calculated based on a variety of factors and optional plans are provided by Travel Insured International.

Rates assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims.

Led by

Group Leader/Chaplain
Fr. Jeremy Leganski
Elmhurst, IL
Fr. Jeremy Leganski is a priest of the Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois. He was ordained in May 2023 and currently serves as parochial vicar of Immaculate Conception Parish in Elmhurst, IL and chaplain of IC Catholic Prep.

Flights

There is an optional group flight available for this pilgrimage. Details are below. Pilgrims may also arrange their own airfare based on the designated arrival/departure times provided.

Arrival Flight Information

  • British Airways Flight #BA294Y:
    • Departs Chicago O'Hare (ORD) at 4:55 P.M. on June 8
    • Arrives in London Heathrow (LHR) at 6:50 A.M. on June 9
  • British Airways Flight #BA302Y:
    • Departs London Heathrow (LHR) at 8:45 A.M. on June 9
    • Arrives in Paris (CDG) at 11:05 A.M. on June 9

 

Departure Flight Information

  • British Airways Flight #BA367Y:
    • Departs Toulouse (TLS) at 12:20 P.M. on June 17
    • Arrives in London Heathrow (LHR) at 1:25 P.M. on June 17
  • British Airways Flight #BA297Y:
    • Departs London Heathrow (LHR) at 3:30 P.M. on June 17
    • Arrives in Chicago O'Hare (ORD) at 6:15 P.M. on June 17

 

Hotel Transfer Information

  • Pilgrims will be transferred to/from the airport in one group.

Arrival Flight Information

  • Arrive by: June 9, 2026
  • Arrival time: At or before 11 A.M.
  • Arrival airport: Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

 

Departure Flight Information

  • Depart on: June 17, 2026
  • Departure time: 12:20 P.M. or later
  • Departure airport: Toulouse (TLS)

 

Airport transfer:

  • Upon arrival in Paris, pilgrims are responsible for their own transfer to the hotel via taxi or public transit.
  • For departure, all pilgrims will be transported from Lourdes to the Toulouse airport.

More Details

  • Verso Pilgrimage Director (Groups of 30+ pilgrims get dedicated director)
  • Roundtrip airfare (if group flight package not selected)
  • Passport, visa, or luggage fees
  • Any personal purchases
  • Any meals not indicated on the itinerary, as well as beverages at meals (other than wine at dinners)
  • Any required COVID tests or vaccinations
  • Recommended travel protection with Cancel for Any Reason coverage
  • Anything else not explicitly mentioned as included

Payment Schedule

  • Deposit due upon registration – $500/person
  • 120 days prior to departure – Final balance

Please note: Payment plans can be arranged if needed. Please contact us if you would like to pay in several installments. Final package price is estimated. Pricing is based on currency exchange rates as of May 2025. Any drastic fluctuations in currency exchange rates may impact final pricing. If you have any questions about pricing and when final pricing decisions will be communicated, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time.

 

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations of individual pilgrims must be made in writing (email or letter) to Verso Ministries. Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here. Cancellation fees are for individual pilgrims. Any cancellation charges incurred from other suppliers or vendors (flight, lodging, ground transportation, tickets, etc.) may come in addition to the administrative fees listed here. All group flight airline tickets, optional excursions, trip options, pre/post extensions, private transfers, and additional hotel nights are non-refundable 100 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise noted. We highly recommend the purchase of individual travel insurance.

Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here.

  • Within 2 weeks of deposit: Free Cancellation*
  • 91 days or more from departure: Deposit is retained
  • 90-61 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost is non-refundable
  • 60-31 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost is non-refundable
  • 30 days or less prior to departure: 100% of trip cost is non-refundable

*To qualify for free cancellation within 2 weeks of deposit, deposit must be made 180 days or more prior to departure.

Any cancellation charges incurred from other suppliers or vendors (flight, lodging, ground transportation, tickets, etc.) may come in addition to the administrative fees listed here. All group flight airline tickets, optional excursions, trip options, pre/post extensions, private transfers, and additional hotel nights are non-refundable 100 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise noted.

Arriving early or staying late? Pre-stay and post-stay options

 

Want to arrive or depart outside of the designated times?

  • Please note: If you arrive/depart outside of the designated times, private transfers (fee applies) can be arranged on your behalf. Airport transfers outside of the designated arrival/departure times are not included in the package pricing.
  • Need to book a private transfer? Contact us at hello@versoministries.com or call us at (574) 383-9396.

 

Want help arranging your flights?

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Verso Ministries prepare me for my journey?

We know from experience that preparing for a journey is just as important as the journey itself. From pre-departure spiritual formation emails and webinars hosted by the Verso trip leader, to providing you with a pilgrim kit to bring with you on your journey, we accompany you through the entire process – before, during, and after the pilgrimage – to prepare your mind and heart for what you’ll encounter. And of course, we’re always available by phone or email to answer and assist with any questions you might have.
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What is my Pilgrim Portal?

Your Pilgrim Portal is how you will securely share the information we need for your trip. We collect all this information through your “tasks” in your Pilgrim Portal. After booking, you will receive access to your portal and can log in at the link at the top of this page.
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What risks are involved with pilgrimage?

As with any travel, particularly international, it is important to be aware of your surroundings. We monitor travel conditions for the countries our groups visit, and our on-location partners keep us informed of potentially disruptive events, situations, and conditions that might affect travel. If travel to the country is not recommended by the U.S. and/or local authorities, we handle the particulars on a case-by-case basis and update our pilgrims accordingly. To mitigate risk, we encourage all of our pilgrims to purchase travel protection to minimize losses from unforeseen causes, such as travel delays or cancellations and lost baggage.
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Why should I register now?

The sooner you register for the pilgrimage, the better! Pilgrimages can fill up quickly, especially if pilgrims decide to bulk register as a group, so registering as soon as you think you will be able to travel with us guarantees you a spot on open pilgrimages. If you register and find out you can no longer attend, as long as you registered more than 180 days prior to the departure and cancel within 14-days of registering, we will fully refund your deposit. Just send us a written confirmation of your cancellation and we will take care of the rest.
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Resources

Discover helpful guides and tips to prepare for your pilgrimage and enrich your journey with Verso Ministries.

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What Our Pilgrims Have to Say

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