May 18–28, 2027
France
Grapes and Grace: A Pilgrimage and Wine Tour Through France
I warmly invite you to join me on this unforgettable pilgrimage through France, where we will encounter the beauty of our Catholic faith in its churches, monasteries, and shrines while also experiencing the winemaking tradition of this remarkable country. Together, we will celebrate Holy Mass each day, pray at the world-famous Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, visit vibrant traditional religious communities, and enjoy curated tastings in France’s most celebrated wine regions. I hope you will join me for this unique synthesis of faith of culture—Grapes and Grace!
—Rev. Canon Jean-Baptiste Commins, ICKSP
Trip Code: 88063 | Group Code: 18040
TOUR INCLUSIONS
• Nine nights’ accommodations at 4-star hotels
• Two nights in Lyon
• One night in Avignon
• One night in Montpellier
• One night in Toulouse
• Two nights in Lourdes
• Two nights in Bordeaux
• Meals
• Continental breakfast daily
• Four lunches
• Three dinners with wine, including a Welcome and Farewell Dinner
• Five wine tastings
• Luxury motor coach for airport transfers in France and specified touring
• Local, Catholic tour manager while in France
• Tour manager from the USA
• Local guides according to the itinerary
• Sightseeing and entrance fees according to the itinerary
• Arrangements of daily Mass including donations in unique and historic churches (all locations are tentative and subject to confirmation)
• Hotel & city taxes and porterage for 1 piece of luggage
• Personal audio devices for group tours
• Gratuities payable to local tour manager, guides, and drivers
Tour Does Not Include:
• Airfare; Group airfare will be available August 2026 for an additional cost
• Meals not specifically identified
• Beverages with meals unless specified
• Other personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Items not specifically mentioned above
Flight Information:
Group air out of Detroit (DTW) will be available in August 2026. See website for details.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Tuesday, May 18 - Depart USA
Depart the USA on your overnight flight to France, beginning your pilgrimage through some of the country’s most beautiful Catholic and cultural treasures.
Day 2: Wednesday, May 19 - Arrive in Lyon
Arrive in Lyon and celebrate the first Mass of the pilgrimage. This evening, gather for a welcome dinner before your overnight in Lyon.
Day 3: Thursday, May 20 - Lyon
Celebrate Mass at the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, Lyon’s magnificent hilltop Marian shrine, and visit the Cathedral of Saint-Jean-Baptiste. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure before your overnight in Lyon.
Day 4: Friday, May 21 - Northern Rhône | Le Barroux | Avignon
Travel through the Northern Rhône Valley for a winery visit featuring the region’s renowned winemaking traditions, including the craft of barrel making, followed by lunch at the estate. Continue to the Benedictine Abbey of Sainte-Madeleine du Barroux for a visit, time for prayer, and Mass before continuing to Avignon for your overnight.
Day 5: Saturday, May 22 - Avignon | Châteauneuf-du-Pape | Montpellier
Discover historic Avignon, the medieval City of the Popes, and celebrate Mass at the cathedral. This afternoon, visit a winery in nearby Châteauneuf-du-Pape before continuing to Montpellier for your overnight.
Day 6: Sunday, May 23 - Languedoc | Azille | Toulouse
Travel through the Languedoc countryside for a winery visit and lunch before continuing to Azille to visit the Canonesses of the Mother of God, a contemplative community devoted to the traditional liturgy, and celebrate Mass with the sisters. Continue to Toulouse for your overnight.
Day 7: Monday, May 24 – Toulouse | Lourdes
Visit important Dominican sites in Toulouse, the city closely associated with St. Dominic and the founding of the Order of Preachers, and celebrate Mass. Continue to Lourdes, site of the Blessed Virgin Mary’s apparitions to St. Bernadette, where you’ll gather for dinner before your overnight.
Day 8: Tuesday, May 25 - Lourdes
Spend the day at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Celebrate Mass, enjoy time for personal prayer, wash in the miraculous waters, and join pilgrims from around the world for the Eucharistic and Candlelit Rosary Processions.
Day 9: Wednesday, May 26 - Agen | Bordeaux
Travel toward Bordeaux, stopping in Agen for lunch and Mass at the parish of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest. Continue to Bordeaux for free time before your overnight.
Day 10: Thursday, May 27 - Bordeaux
Celebrate Mass at Bordeaux Cathedral before exploring the city’s historic center. This afternoon, visit Château Rouget in the Pomerol appellation before gathering for a festive farewell dinner. Overnight in Bordeaux.
Day 11: Friday, May 28 - Return to the USA
Transfer to the airport for your return flights home.
Itinerary is tentative and subject to change
PRICES STARTING AT
$5,299 - Price per person, double occupancy
*This price reflects a $200 per person Early Booking Discount for deposits received before 09/30/2026 and an $165 per person Check Discount for those paying the remaining balance by check after the initial deposit.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT +$1,500
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PAYMENT SCHEDULE AND CANCELLATION TERMS:
Deposit: $500 per person due upon registration
Second Payment: $1,250 additional due on or before December 19, 2026
Final Payment: Balance due on or before February 17, 2027
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.
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