From Bastia: half-day guided tour on the miracles of the Virgin Mary From Bastia: half-day guided tour of the miracles of the Virgin Mary
ID: GYG1061930-1633204
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Follow in the footsteps of the Virgin Mary through three miraculous sites in Corsica. Spend a morning immersed in spirituality, history, and breathtaking landscapes with a passionate guide.
Your morning begins with pickup at your place of residence or at one of the meeting points in Bastia at 8:30 a.m. You will then take the Cap Corse road to Lavasina, a small seaside sanctuary famous for its miraculous painting of the Virgin Mary, crowned in 1952 by the future Pope John XXIII.
Next, you will take the Corniche road, offering breathtaking views of Bastia and the Tyrrhenian Sea, to the Teghime Pass, a strategic location steeped in history and offering spectacular views.
The tour continues to Oletta, and more specifically to the abandoned hamlet of Romanacce, the scene of a miracle recognized in the 18th century. You will visit the house where this event took place and hear the moving story behind it.
Throughout the tour, your qualified guide will share legends, historical facts, and spiritual anecdotes with you. Return to Bastia scheduled for around noon, with your heart and mind nourished by this timeless interlude.
Highlights
- Visit three Corsican sites marked by recognized miracles of the Virgin Mary.
- Discover moving stories with a qualified tour guide.
- Enjoy spectacular landscapes between the sea, mountains, and chapels.
- A unique excursion combining faith, culture, and Corsican history.
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Transportation by air-conditioned minibus
- Accompaniment by a certified tour guide
- Pick-up in Bastia or the surrounding area
- Guided tour of the three miracle sites
- Free time for contemplation and photos
- Sharing of Corsican stories, legends, and historical facts
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses (candles, photos et objets perdus, donations to shrines)
- Snacks or drinks along the way
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
