Join Father Zachary Navit and Fulvio Bracciali with Cloverdale Travel on a spiritually enriching pilgrimage through Spain and France, featuring the architectural wonder of Barcelona's Sagrada Família and the sacred sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. This unforgettable journey follows the route: Barcelona (2 nights) – Zaragoza (1 night) – Lourdes (2 nights) – Burgos (1 night) – Ávila (2 nights) – Madrid (3 nights) and spans 13 days / 11 hotel nights.

Blending faith, fellowship, sacred history, and cultural discovery, this pilgrimage invites you to walk in the footsteps of some of the Church's most beloved saints while experiencing the beauty, traditions, and hospitality of Spain and France. Daily opportunities for Mass, prayer, and reflection are woven throughout the journey, creating a meaningful experience for pilgrims seeking spiritual renewal and deeper connection to their faith.

Barcelona – 2 Nights

Your pilgrimage begins in the vibrant city of Barcelona, where art, architecture, and Catholic heritage come together in spectacular fashion. Here you will celebrate Mass at La Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí's breathtaking masterpiece and one of the most extraordinary churches in the world. You will also visit the beautiful Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, a treasured symbol of Barcelona's spiritual and cultural history.

An excursion to Montserrat Abbey offers the opportunity to venerate the revered Black Madonna and celebrate Mass in one of Spain's most important pilgrimage sites. Throughout your stay, enjoy the charm of Barcelona's historic neighborhoods, distinctive Catalan culture, and remarkable architecture.

Zaragoza & Lourdes – 3 Nights

Travel through historic Zaragoza, where you will celebrate Mass at the magnificent Basilica of Our Lady of Pilar, one of the oldest Marian shrines in Christianity.

Crossing the Pyrenees into France, you will arrive in Lourdes, one of the world's most beloved pilgrimage destinations. Walk in the footsteps of St. Bernadette, visit the Grotto of Massabielle, pray at the Sanctuary, and experience the profound peace that has drawn millions of pilgrims for more than a century. Opportunities for personal prayer, the Stations of the Cross, the healing waters, and the evening candlelight devotions make Lourdes a truly unforgettable spiritual experience.

Burgos & Ávila – 3 Nights

Continuing through northern Spain, visit Loyola, birthplace of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuit Order. Explore the magnificent Burgos Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Europe.

In Ávila, follow the footsteps of St. Teresa of Ávila, Doctor of the Church and one of Catholicism's greatest spiritual writers. Visit the sites associated with her life and vocation while exploring one of Spain's best-preserved medieval walled cities. Cultural experiences include a journey through the renowned Ribera del Duero wine region and an authentic Paella cooking class in Salamanca.

Madrid – 3 Nights

Your pilgrimage concludes in Spain's capital city, Madrid, where faith, history, and culture meet. Celebrate Mass at the impressive Almudena Cathedral, visit historic monasteries connected to Spain's royal and religious heritage, and enjoy time to explore the city's celebrated plazas, museums, and culinary traditions.

A full-day excursion to Toledo, the famous "City of Three Cultures," provides a fitting finale to the journey. Discover magnificent churches, monasteries, and historic landmarks that reflect centuries of Christian, Jewish, and Muslim influence.

Throughout this pilgrimage, you will encounter inspiring sacred sites, celebrate Mass in extraordinary locations, and share fellowship with fellow travelers while experiencing the rich spiritual heritage of Spain and France.

From the soaring towers of La Sagrada Família to the sacred Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, this journey offers a beautiful opportunity to deepen your faith while discovering some of Europe's most treasured destinations.

• Depart Newark on overnight flight to Barcelona

• Economy group air available as an optional add-on

• Standard inflight services and meals

• Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before departure

• Optional bus transportation available from Lansdale, PA (or similar) to EWR

Accommodation: Overnight flight
Meals Included: Inflight meals

• Arrive in Barcelona and meet your pilgrimage tour escort, Fulvio Bracciali

• Transfer to the city center with time for lunch on your own

• Visit Santa Maria del Mar and celebrate Mass

• Welcome gathering with fellow pilgrims

• Enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel

Accommodation: Sercotel Caspe 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner

• Breakfast at the hotel

• Visit La Sagrada Família

• Celebrate Mass at Gaudí's architectural masterpiece

• Free time to explore Barcelona

• Recommended optional visit to Casa Batlló

• Dinner at a local restaurant

Accommodation: Sercotel Caspe 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• Depart for Montserrat Abbey

• Visit the shrine of the Black Madonna before whom Ignatius of Loyola laid down his sword and donned the pilgrim's cloak

• Celebrate Mass in the Basilica

• Enjoy an included tapas and wine lunch

• Continue to Zaragoza, capital of the Kingdom of Aragon

• Visit the Cathedral of El Salvador and view the Flemish tapestries

• Traditional regional dinner featuring local wines from the Rioja region

Accommodation: Hotel Eurostars Rey Fernando 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Special Dinner

• Breakfast at hotel and check-out

• Celebrate Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Pilar where the Virgin Mary appeared to St. James, son of Zebedee, which led to the development of the famous Camino of Santiago (St. James) de Compostela

• Journey through the Pyrenees into France

• Arrive in Lourdes

• Free time to explore the Sanctuary area

• Dinner at the hotel

Accommodation: Hotel Gallia et Londres 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• Guided visit of Lourdes

• Walk in the footsteps of St. Bernadette, including the Boly Mill and the "Cachot"

• Visit the Grotto of Massabielle

• Celebrate Mass

• Opportunity to drink from the miraculous spring or submerge in the healing baths

• Free time to pray the outdoor life-sized Stations of the Cross

• Optional evening Blessed Sacrament Procession

• Dinner at hotel

Accommodation: Hotel Gallia et Londres 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• Depart for Loyola, birthplace of St. Ignatius, founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits)

• Celebrate Mass at the 17th century Sanctuary

• Continue to Burgos

• Visit the UNESCO-listed Burgos Cathedral, the 3rd largest cathedral in Spain and a masterpiece of Spanish Gothic architecture, including the 13th century cloister and the tombs of Ferdinand III and his wife, Beatrice of Swabia

• Celebrate Mass at the Cathedral

• Dinner at the hotel

Accommodation: Hotel Silken Gran Teatro 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• Check out depart for the Cartuja de Miraflores, a Carthusian monastery with the tomb of King John II and Queen Isabella

• Visit the Monastery of Miraflores and celebrate Mass

• Travel through the famous Ribera del Duero Wine Route

• Enjoy a winery visit, including the underground cellars, meet with local win-producing families, and enjoy lunch with a wine tasting

• Continue to the walled city of Ávila

• Dinner at hotel

Accommodation: Hotel Palacio de los Velada 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Special Lunch, Dinner

• Follow the footsteps of St. Teresa of Ávila, a Discalced Carmelite and Doctor of the Church

• Visit her birthplace and important religious sites

• Celebrate Mass at the Cathedral

• Explore historic Salamanca, one of Spain's most enchanting cities and hope to Spain's oldest university and the cradle of the Spanish language

• Free time in Plaza Mayor

• Participate in a traditional Paella Cooking Class and enjoy dinner with the group before returning to Avlia

Accommodation: Hotel Palacio de los Velada 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Special Dinner

• Depart Avila and visit the Valley of the Fallen, a civil war memorial

• Tour the UNESCO-listed Monastery of El Escorial

• Celebrate Mass

• Panoramic tour of Madrid by bus

• Free afternoon to explore

• Dinner at the hotel

Accommodation: Hotel Claridge 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• Spend the day touring the city of Madrid

• Celebrate Mass at Almudena Cathedral

• Visit Las Descalzas Reales Monastery, a palace turned into a monastery for Poor Clare nuns, evoking the Spanish Hapsburg dynasty of the 16th & 17th centuries

• Visit Las Carboneras Convent, founded at the site of the image of the Immaculate Conception found in a coal shed, where it is still possible to buy the famous "secret nun cookies" and other handmade treats through a revolving wooden turnstile

• Free time for independent exploration and lunch, perhaps in Plaza Mayor and Mercado San Miguel

• Time to independently visit the Prado Museum, the main Spanish art gallery

Accommodation: Hotel Claridge 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

• Full-day excursion to Toledo, the "city of three cultures"

• Panoramic views of the Tagus River

• Visit Toledo Cathedral with the masterpieces of El Grego

• Explore Santa María la Blanca

• Visit the Synagogue of El Tránsito

• Tour the Alcázar

• Visit the Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes

• Celebrate Mass

• Lunch at a local restaurant (included)

• Return to Madrid for afternoon at your leisure and dinner on your own

Accommodation: Hotel Claridge 4* (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

• Breakfast and hotel check out

• Transfer to Madrid Airport

• Depart Madrid on flight to Newark

• Economy group air available as an optional add-on

• Standard inflight services and meals

• Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before departure

• Optional bus transportation available to Lansdale, PA (or similar) from EWR

Accommodation: Overnight flight
Meals Included: Inflight meals

CUSTOMER TERMS & CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & PILGRIMAGE EXPECTATIONS

This is an active itinerary requiring approximately 15,000 steps per day, often on uneven surfaces and including stairs. Participants should prepare in advance through a regular walking program.

As a pilgrimage, we commit ourselves to traveling together in patience, cooperation, and trust. Different foods, cultures, schedules, and unexpected events are part of the pilgrimage experience. We believe that the unexpected can be God’s way of offering us something—or someone—we otherwise would not have encountered.

WETRAVEL ACCOUNT & REGISTRATION MANAGEMENT

All registrations and payments are managed through WeTravel. Upon registering, each participant creates a personal WeTravel account, which allows you to view your balance, submit payments, and access your booking details.

Regardless of who enters the information, each registrant is solely responsible for the accuracy of all information entered into their WeTravel account, including name spelling (as it appears on your passport), contact details, and payment selections. Name corrections or changes requested after registration may incur additional fees or may not be permitted by suppliers.

Cloverdale Travel does not control WeTravel’s platform, account functionality, or processing fees. All online payments and refunds (when applicable) are subject to WeTravel’s terms and conditions.

PRICING & PAYMENT METHODS

Quoted prices are based on payment by check or cash, for which no processing fees apply.

All online payments are processed through WeTravel and are subject to non-refundable processing fees, which are charged directly by WeTravel and are not collected or retained by Cloverdale Travel.

Current online payment fees (subject to change by WeTravel):

• All online transactions (including ACH/bank transfer): 1% + $0.30 per transaction

• Credit/Debit Card Payments:

  • Visa / Mastercard: +2.9% (in addition to 1% + $0.30)

  • American Express: +3.9% (in addition to 1% + $0.30)

There are no online processing or service fees for registrations or payments mailed directly to Cloverdale Travel and paid by check.

Please note that check payments are typically processed once weekly on Saturdays.

Online registrations or payments may not be cancelled or refunded for the purpose of re-registering or re-paying by check (or another method) to avoid fees.
Any such request will be treated as a cancellation, and all applicable cancellation penalties will apply. Processing fees are non-refundable under all circumstances.

By registering, you authorize all charges in accordance with the payment plan and these Terms & Conditions.

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

All cancellations must be submitted in writing.

• 90 days or more prior to departure:
  Refundable minus $500 per person handling fee

• 90–60 days prior to departure:
  Refundable amounts exclude:

  • Initial deposit ($1,000)

  • $500 single supplement, if applicable

  • $500 group air cost, if applicable

• Within 60 days of departure:
  All payments are non-refundable

Unused portions of the trip are non-refundable.

Cloverdale Travel cannot refund credit card, bank, or processing fees, nor premiums paid for travel insurance/protection plans.

TRAVEL PROTECTION / INSURANCE

Travel protection is optional but strongly encouraged. Plans are available through Travelex or your own provider. A Travelex link will be included in your confirmation email.

If you decline travel protection, you assume full financial responsibility for losses that might otherwise be covered by insurance.

PASSPORTS & TRAVEL AUTHORIZATIONS

A copy of your passport (photo page) is required for hotel and airline reservations. Please upload it or email it to info@cloverdaletravel.org.

Passports must be valid for at least six (6) months after the return date.

ETIAS (Europe):

Beginning in late 2026, most travelers entering Europe must obtain ETIAS travel authorization. ETIAS is not included and is the sole responsibility of the traveler. Authorization is obtained online and is typically valid for three (3) years or until passport expiration.

Israel ETA:
Beginning in 2025, travelers to Israel must complete the Israel ETA Application prior to arrival. This is also the traveler’s responsibility.

FLIGHTS

Group Air (Economy Class) is offered as an optional add-on.

Once issued, airline tickets are non-refundable and governed entirely by the airline’s terms.

• Seating is assigned by the airline as a group block

• Seating requests, upgrades, and frequent flyer numbers must be handled directly with the airline

• One checked bag and one carry-on are typically included, subject to airline policy

Cloverdale Travel is not responsible for airline schedule changes, seating assignments, aircraft substitutions, baggage policies, delays, or cancellations.

Participants with specific flight or seating needs are encouraged to make their own air arrangements and book the pilgrimage land-only.

Switching from Land + Air to Land-Only after booking incurs a $100 fee.

LAND-ONLY PACKAGES

Land-only services begin at the first hotel and end at the last hotel.

Participants arriving independently are responsible for making their own arrangements to meet the group. Airport transfers and activities outside the published land-only services are not included.

Typically not included in Land-Only packages:

• International airfare

• ETIAS or other visas/travel authorizations

• Travel protection/insurance

• Medical insurance

• Meals not specifically listed

• Beverages beyond those specified

• Donations at churches or shrines

• Personal expenses

• Gratuities (mandatory group gratuities may be billed separately and are non-refundable once invoiced)

ROOMING

Participants requesting roommates will be introduced to one another to make their own arrangements.

If a roommate is not secured by final payment, the single supplement will apply.

Single rooms are limited and typically capped at 20% of total room inventory.

PRICING CONDITIONS

Pricing is based on a minimum of 20 participants and an exchange rate of €1.15 = $1.00 USD. Prices may be adjusted due to:

• Fewer participants

• Exchange rate changes

• Fuel surcharges or tax increases

LIABILITY & RESPONSIBILITY

By registering and accepting these Terms & Conditions, you acknowledge that travel involves inherent risks. You agree that Cloverdale Group LLC, Cloverdale Travel, staff, contractors, vendors, Reverend Zachary Navit, and group leaders are not responsible for events beyond their control.

You voluntarily assume all risks and agree to hold harmless and indemnify the above parties from any claims arising from your participation.

Participants requiring special assistance must be accompanied by a paying companion who will provide that assistance.

Errors and omissions may occur in itineraries, pricing, or communications. Cloverdale Travel reserves the right to correct such errors, including billing adjustments, at any time.

KEY CLAUSES

• Cloverdale Travel acts solely as a tour operator and travel arranger. All transportation, accommodations, and other services are provided by independent suppliers. Cloverdale Travel LLC does not own, operate, or control these suppliers and is not responsible for their acts or omissions.
  

• Cloverdale Travel shall not be liable for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity resulting from acts or omissions of any company or person providing services included in the tour.

• Participant understands that international travel involves risks including illness, injury, transportation delays, and unforeseen circumstances. By participating in the pilgrimage, the traveler voluntarily assumes these risks.

• Cloverdale Travel shall not be liable for failure to perform its obligations when such failure is due to events beyond its control including acts of God, government actions, labor disputes, pandemics, natural disasters, or transportation disruptions.
  

• Cloverdale Travel shall not be liable for failure to perform its obligations when such failure is due to events beyond its control including acts of God, government actions, labor disputes, pandemics, natural disasters, or transportation disruptions.
  

• Travelers are responsible for ensuring they are physically able to participate in the pilgrimage and must carry adequate health insurance. Cloverdale Travel assumes no responsibility for medical care or expenses incurred during the trip.

ACCEPTANCE

By clicking “YES”, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to these Customer Terms & Conditions and the Terms of Service posted on the Cloverdale Travel website (www.cloverdalegroup.org).