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Three temple tour, the path of St. Ignatius, small group tour lunch included

Bilbao, Spainby Local Experts Tours

  • 7 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 8 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

This tour is focused on the path of St. Ignatius from his birth to the founding of the Society of Jesus. We will visit the spectacular Basilica of Loiola (built in the 18th century) and Saint Ignatius' family house and birthplace (in Loiola, Azpeitia), the hermitage of La Antigua in Zumarraga (where Saint Ignatius made a stop during his pilgrimage) and the Sanctuary of Arantzazu (located in a spectacular spot in a gorge, rebuilt in the 1950's and a showcase of modern religious art at its finest, awarded with several international prizes). A day full of spirituality that will leave the faithful tourist as well as the not religious one awed by the sheer beauty of the sights. **Note: Between November 1 and April 16 La Antigua hermitage will only open during weekends. If booked in a weekday during that period, the tour will go to San Telmo hermitage in Zumaia instead.**

What's included

  • Two main course, dessert and wine included
  • All Fees and Taxes

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Santuario de Loyola

      1.5 hours

      This beautiful baroque complex is centered around the medieval birthplace of Saint Ignatius, founder of the Jesuits

    2. 2

      Templo de la Antigua

      45 min

      The hermitage of Santa María (La Antigua) is considered the cathedral of the Basque hermitages. It is believed that the church was built on an old defensive fort of the 12th century.

    3. 3

      Sanctuary of Arantzazu

      Pass by

      The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Arantzazu is a Franciscan sanctuary located in Oñati, Basque Country, Spain. The shrine is a much appreciated place among Gipuzkoans, with the Virgin of Arantzazu being the sanctuary's namesake and patron saint of the province along with Ignatius of Loyola. The place benefits from the highland silence and peaceful atmosphere of the Aizkorri mountain range

    Meeting and pickup

    Please wait for thr tour guide in your hotel lobby or main door.

    Good to know

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. If a booking for only 1 person is made a confirmation message from the tour operator will be required to confirm the tour.

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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