Mater Dolorosa Music Ministry Pilgrimage
Fatima-Spain-Lourdes-Paris
July 10-21, 2027
Lisbon • Fátima • Salamanca • Ávila • Alba de Tormes • Burgos • Lourdes • Paris
Departing from San Francisco Intl Airport
Mater Dolorosa Music Ministry Pilgrimage Leadership
- July 10-21, 2027 -
Spiritual Director
Fr. Andrew Mbinkar Berinyuy
Parochial Vicar
Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church
Archdiocese of San Francisco
Musical Director
Aida Andrade Gamboa
Mater Dolorosa Music Ministry
Coordinator
John Louie Tayag
Mater Dolorosa Music Ministry
Join the Mater Dolorosa Music Ministry Catholic pilgrimage and experience Europe’s most beloved Marian Shrines. Come walk in the footsteps of the saints, pray at the great shrines of Our Lady, encounter the saints, and discover healing, renewal, and deep spiritual grace.
Experience the beauty of Europe, and raise your voice in song on an unforgettable journey of faith.
- Explore Lisbon and visit the Church of St. Anthony’s birth
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Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Fátima (Portugal)
- Pray and Walk in the footsteps of St. Teresa of Ávila
- Discover Salamanca’s magnificent Cathedrals and Plaza Mayor
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Visit Burgos Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Participate in candlelight processions in Fatima and Lourdes
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Experience the grace and healing of Our Lady of Lourdes
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Pray at the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal, site of Our Lady’s apparition to St. Catherine Labouré.
- Experience the beauty of Paris and the restored Notre-Dame Basilica
Mater Dolorosa Church Music Ministry Pilgrimage
Portugal • Spain • Lourdes & Paris, France
Step into an unforgettable journey across some of Europe’s most beautiful and holy sites with the Mater Dolorosa Church Music Ministry.
Begin in Fátima, Portugal, where Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children over 100 years ago. Continue to historic Salamanca, with its magnificent cathedrals and beautiful Plaza Mayor, then to Ávila, home of St. Teresa. Our journey continues to Burgos and its magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral.
From Spain, we travel to Lourdes, France, where millions of pilgrims come seeking healing, peace, and hope at the Grotto of St. Bernadette. Finally, our pilgrimage culminates in Paris, where we will pray at the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal, visit the restored Notre-Dame Cathedral, and experience some of the beauty and culture of the City of Light.
This unique pilgrimage is more than travel—it is a beautiful experience of faith, prayer, sacred music, friendship, and discovery.
Raising Your Voice in Song and Praise to Honor Our Lady
A special part of this pilgrimage will be the opportunity for the Mater Dolorosa Choir to share the gift of sacred music, with performances being coordinated in Fátima, Salamanca, Burgos, and Lourdes.
(Choir performances are subject to pilgrimage participation numbers and final schedule confirmation)
Fátima Night Procession
Why Visit Fátima, Lourdes & Paris?
Fátima and Lourdes are among the most beloved Marian shrines in the world, drawing millions of pilgrims seeking healing, peace, and spiritual renewal. In Paris, the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal recalls the apparitions of the Virgin Mary to St. Catherine Labouré, a powerful invitation to trust in God’s grace.
This pilgrimage unites prayer, sacramental life, and sacred history into a journey that nourishes both faith and heart.
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What's included in the Fátima-Spain-Lourdes-Paris Pilgrimage:
July 10 to 21, 2027
- TGV Train: Lourdes‑Paris
- Four Star Hotel Accommodations ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
- 3 Nights Fátima
- 1 Night Salamanca
- 1 Night Burgos
- 2 Nights Lourdes
- 2 Nights Paris
- 1 Night Lisbon
- Meals: Breakfast Each Day + 10 Dinners or Lunches
( Wine & Mineral Water included)
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- Evening Rosary Candle Procession, Fatima & Lourdes
- All entrance fees as per program
- Daily Mass, Rosary, Chaplet of Divine Mercy
- Audio Headphones (Whispers)
- Catholic, english speaking tour guides
- JMJ Tours Staff
- Luggage Tags, Badges and Trip Booklet
Not Included: Tips for guides and Bus Driver
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All holy sites we visited were so heartwarming and spiritual. To me this pilgrimage is a pilgrimage of a lifetime. We had a wonderful Priest Director who celebrated daily beautiful and spiritual masses. I enjoyed all the pilgrims in the tour. |
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Wonderful time, a little fast in some places but for sure it was a remarkable experience. I met Very nice people, all polite and willing to help each other, all places visited left an unforgettable print in my heart and memory. |
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Ruth M. |
Pilgrimage Highlights
Burgos
Burgos
Burgos, Spain, is a city steeped in Catholic tradition, most notably home to the magnificent Burgos Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Europe.
Burgos, Spain, is a city steeped in Catholic tradition, most notably home to the magnificent Burgos Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Europe.
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal, is a city rich in Catholic tradition and the birthplace of St. Anthony of Padua, one of the Church’s most beloved saints. Pilgrims will visit his home, along with the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing magnificent Manueline architecture. We will also see the Lisbon Cathedral, the city’s oldest church, whose Romanesque and Gothic elements reflect Lisbon’s deep Christian roots.
Lisbon, Portugal, is a city rich in Catholic tradition and the birthplace of St. Anthony of Padua, one of the Church’s most beloved saints. Pilgrims will visit his home, along with the Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing magnificent Manueline architecture. We will also see the Lisbon Cathedral, the city’s oldest church, whose Romanesque and Gothic elements reflect Lisbon’s deep Christian roots.
Fátima
Fátima
Fátima is one of the world’s most important Marian shrines, where Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children in 1917 with a message of prayer and conversion. We will visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, participate in the evening processions and experience the deep faith of millions who come here to honor the Blessed Mother.
Fátima is one of the world’s most important Marian shrines, where Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children in 1917 with a message of prayer and conversion. We will visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, participate in the evening processions and experience the deep faith of millions who come here to honor the Blessed Mother.
Salamanca
Salamanca
The historic city of Salamanca is home to Spain’s oldest university and breathtaking churches, including the New Cathedral, where devotion to Mary is central. The Plaza Mayor is the most beautiful in Spain. Walking its ancient streets, pilgrims experience the living faith of Spain and its tradition of Catholic scholarship.
The historic city of Salamanca is home to Spain’s oldest university and breathtaking churches, including the New Cathedral, where devotion to Mary is central. The Plaza Mayor is the most beautiful in Spain. Walking its ancient streets, pilgrims experience the living faith of Spain and its tradition of Catholic scholarship.
Ávila, home of St. Teresa of Jesus
Ávila, home of St. Teresa of Jesus
In Ávila, pilgrims encounter the legacy of St. Teresa of Jesus, one of the Church’s great mystics and reformers. Visits to the Convent of St. Teresa and the city’s medieval walls highlight her life of prayer and reform, inspiring pilgrims to deeper friendship with Christ and Our Lady.
In Ávila, pilgrims encounter the legacy of St. Teresa of Jesus, one of the Church’s great mystics and reformers. Visits to the Convent of St. Teresa and the city’s medieval walls highlight her life of prayer and reform, inspiring pilgrims to deeper friendship with Christ and Our Lady.
Lourdes and the Grotto of St. Bernadette
Lourdes and the Grotto of St. Bernadette
In Lourdes, France, Our Lady appeared to St. Bernadette in 1858, calling the world to prayer and penance. Known for its miraculous spring and healing baths, Lourdes remains a place of deep Marian devotion, where millions of pilgrims seek hope, peace, and renewed faith each year.
In Lourdes, France, Our Lady appeared to St. Bernadette in 1858, calling the world to prayer and penance. Known for its miraculous spring and healing baths, Lourdes remains a place of deep Marian devotion, where millions of pilgrims seek hope, peace, and renewed faith each year.
Paris, France
Paris, France
In Paris, where we will pray at the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal, site of Our Lady’s apparition to St. Catherine Labouré. Pilgrims will also experience the beauty of Paris, from the restored Notre-Dame Basilica to the iconic Eiffel Tower, blending faith, culture, and friendship.
In Paris, where we will pray at the Chapel of the Miraculous Medal, site of Our Lady’s apparition to St. Catherine Labouré. Pilgrims will also experience the beauty of Paris, from the restored Notre-Dame Basilica to the iconic Eiffel Tower, blending faith, culture, and friendship.
Alba de Tormes
Alba de Tormes
The Carmelite Monastery of the Annunciation is the most important site in Alba de Tormes, Spain, as it houses the tomb of St. Teresa, who died there in 1582. Pilgrims can visit the Chapel of the Sepulchre, where her remains are venerated, and view her incorrupt heart and arm, which are preserved as relics.
The Carmelite Monastery of the Annunciation is the most important site in Alba de Tormes, Spain, as it houses the tomb of St. Teresa, who died there in 1582. Pilgrims can visit the Chapel of the Sepulchre, where her remains are venerated, and view her incorrupt heart and arm, which are preserved as relics.
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Itinerary
Departure San Francisco to Lisbon, Portugal
Meet at San Francisco Intl Airport
Meet at 4:45 PM for distribution of trip envelopes (Luggage Tags, badge, booklet) Father Heisler pilgrimage prayer & blessing prayer.
- Departure 7:35 PM
(Non-Stop) San Francisco to Lisbon
TAP Air Portugal Flight # TP0238
Dinner on Flight - Arrival SUNDAY
Lisbon – Sunday July 11, 2027 – 2:50 PM
Arrival Lisbon – Road to Fátima
- Arrival in Lisbon, Portugal — meet tour escort and private motor coach
- Guided visit of Lisbon: Old Quarter (Alfama), Lisbon Cathedral, Church of St. Anthony
- Holy Mass celebrated TBA. Visit the Church of St. Anthony of Padua — birthplace of the beloved saint
- Independent lunch
- Panoramic tour of Belém: Jerónimos Monastery, Belem Tower, Monument to the Discoveries
- Travel to Fátima — hotel dinner
- 9:30 PM: Evening Rosary Candlelight Procession at the Fátima Shrine (optional)
Fátima / Excursion Valinhos and Aljustrel
- Breakfast
- Concelebrated Holy Mass at the Chapel of Apparitions (La Capelinha) in Fátima
- Guided visit: Valinhos (Stations of the Cross, Via Sacra), Aljustrel (homes of Lúcia, Francisco & Jacinta), Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary,
- Basilica of the Holy Trinity
- Independent lunch
- Afternoon free for personal prayer and private devotions
- Hotel dinner
- 9:30 PM: Evening Candlelight Procession at the Fátima Shrine (optional)
Fátima — Santarem- Day of Prayer & Reflection
- Breakfast
- Holy Mass at the Fátima Shrine
- Discover Santarem with the tour-escort: St. Stephen’s Church with the Venerated Relic of the “Bleeding Host”
- Unhurried day for personal prayer, reflection, confession, and visits to the Shrine
- Restaurant dinner in Fátima
- 9:30 PM: Evening Candlelight Procession at the Fátima Shrine (optional)
Fátima – Salamanca
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- Early breakfast — depart Fátima for Salamanca, Spain
- Restaurant lunch upon arrival in Salamanca
- Guided visit: Old Quarter, University of Salamanca (one of Europe’s oldest), Cathedral
- Holy Mass celebrated in the Cathedral of Salamanca
- Free evening — independent dinner
- Overnight in Salamanca
Salamanca – Alba de Tormes – Ávila – Burgos
- Breakfast — Travel to Alba de Tormes
- Holy Mass at the Carmelite Monastery by the Tomb of St. Teresa in Alba de Tormes
- Guided visit of Alba de Tormes — Carmelite Convent
- Continue to Ávila — Stop at Los Cuatro Postes (panoramic views)
- Restaurant lunch in Ávila
- Guided visit of Ávila: Convent of St. Teresa, Cathedral, Monastery of the Incarnation
- Travel to Burgos — arrival in the evening — independent dinner
- Overnight in Burgos
Burgos – Lourdes
- Breakfast
- Guided morning visit of Burgos: Cathedral (UNESCO Heritage Site), Old Town
- Holy Mass celebrated in Burgos
- Depart for Lourdes, France — arrival approximately 6:00 PM — independent lunch en route
- Hotel dinner
- Overnight in Lourdes
Lourdes
- Breakfast
- Concelebrated Holy Mass at the Grotto of Massabielle in Lourdes
- Guided visit (3 hours) — Walking in the footsteps of St. Bernadette: Boly Mill, Cachot, Parish Church with baptismal font where she was baptized
- Independent lunch
- Afternoon free for personal devotions: Grotto visits, confession, Miraculous Baths
- Restaurant dinner
- 9:00 PM: Evening Candlelight Procession in Lourdes
Lourdes – Paris
- Breakfast (or picnic bag for early departure)
- Transfer to Lourdes Train Station — TGV high-speed train: Lourdes to Paris
- Transfer from Paris Gare Montparnasse to hotel — Independent lunch
- 3:00 PM: Panoramic guided tour — Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Tomb of Napoleon, Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Place des Vosges
- Restaurant dinner in Paris
- Overnight in Paris
Paris
- Breakfast
- Morning: Île de la Cité — Visit of the restored Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris
- Visit and Holy Mass at the Shrine of the Miraculous Medal — Chapel of Our Lady
- Independent lunch — Afternoon at leisure in Paris
- Restaurant dinner
- Overnight in Paris
Paris / Transfer to Lisbon
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Paris Airport
- 2:40PM Depart Paris to Lisbon Flight #TAP 433
- Arrive Lisbon 4:15 PM, transfer, overnight/ Hotel near Lisbon Airport
- Closing prayer and blessing
Lisbon departure – Return to San Francisco
- Breakfast
- Transfer to Lisbon Airport
- Depart on return to San Francisco 10:00 AM
TAP Air Portugal Flight # TP0237 - Arrive San Francisco International Airport 2:35 PM
Terminal 1 - Pilgrimage concludes — Closing prayer and blessing
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ROOMMATE INFORMATION / SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
Pilgrims registering for double occupancy who do not have a roommate will be matched with another pilgrim when possible. If a roommate is not available 35 days prior to departure, the $1,149 single-room supplement will be required.
FAQ
Can I purchase a land only package and arrange my own airfare?
Because this is a group pilgrimage, we strongly recommend traveling on the designated group flights. Traveling together allows us to coordinate airport transfers, motorcoach transportation, guides, hotel arrivals, and any unexpected flight delays as smoothly as possible for the entire group.
We understand, however, that occasionally a pilgrim may need to make separate air arrangements because of other travel plans or commitments. For a very limited number of participants, we may be able to offer a land-only option and deduct the applicable group airfare cost from the pilgrimage package.
Pilgrims arranging their own airfare are responsible for any additional hotel accommodations and ground transportation needed before joining or after leaving the group itinerary. They must also arrive in time to meet the group at the designated location and departure time, as the motorcoach and guides cannot be delayed for individual flight schedules.
Land-only requests are very limited and considered individually. Please contact JMJ Tours before making any independent flight arrangements.
Is the pilgrimage physically demanding?
We will have a Private Euro-coach bus most of the trip to drop us off as close to our destinations as possible. Walking is sometimes necessary especially in cities where bus access is limited. Travel between Lourdes and Paris is by the TGV High Speed train.
What room occupancy is the trip price based on?
Pilgrimage trip price is based on double occupancy (2 per room).
Are larger rooms available?
Yes, there is a very limited number of triple occupancy rooms available. 3 per room on a first come first serve basis. Please contact us for details.
Can I travel alone?
You can travel alone. Price is based on double occupancy. If you travel alone, we can attempt to match you with a roommate. If a roommate is not available 35 days prior to departure you will be required to pay the Single Occupancy Supplement. If you wish to have your own room, please select the Single Supplement option.
What is the departure Airport?
The pilgrimage departs from San Francisco International Airport. Flight details are available at the top of this page.
Is travel insurance required?
Travel / Trip insurance is not required but we strongly suggest you purchase a policy. Information available here online click here.
Do we celebrate daily Holy Mass?
Yes. Daily Holy Mass is celebrated each day of the pilgrimage.
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