We begin this Sacred Journey as we depart AC Marriott, 59 Promenade des Anglais 0600 Nice at 10.00am We journey to St. Baume where we will feel its essence and experience a deep connection in the chapel with Mary Magdalene and the frescoes within.

We will experience the Grotte de la St Baume. Be prepared for a forty minute ascent to arrive at this mystical cave with all its transformational energy and sacred water. This is where The Magdalene is said to have performed water initiations, to have lived out the last years of her life and to have written her memoirs. Feel the mystery of this special mountain which continues to be sacred to Isis and has been considered holy ground for thousands of years. The natural water that accumulates here is believed to have miraculous healing powers. Here we will participate in a Magdalene Water Initiation.

On the 22nd we will overnight in our four star Mercure Hotel near St.Baume or similar. On the afternoon of the 23rd we will depart St. Baume mid afternoon for Arles where we will overnight in our hotel for 2 nights. (BD)

This morning we experience a walk around Arles, which contains magnificent monuments and the remains of the highly developed Roman Empire. These were contemporaneous with the Grail family's arrival in this region, approximately 2,000 years ago. We will visit St. Trophimus Church with all its mystery and the Church of Mary Magdalene, starting points of the journey to St. James in Compostela. There was also a major Templar stronghold here and the ruins of the Commandere still stand.

Noon departure for Saintes Maries de La Mer and Saint Sarah. Here we celebrate the spirit of the great woman who was a spiritual pioneer and healer.

Saintes Maries de la Mer is a Mediterranean fishing village. Legend has it that the Three Marys arrived on the shores of southern France here; In a 'boat with no oars' from Palestine. The holy entourage of Mary Magdalene, her sister Martha and their brother Lazarus; Mary Jacobi, Mary Salome, St. Maximin and St. Sarah.

We will visit the basilica associated with the mystery of the arrival of the Grail Family from Palestine with its sweet water holy well and meet the most beautiful and powerful 'Black Madonna', revered by the Gypsies of Europe as St. Sarah.

We will savor the beauty in this magical village of Saintes Maries de la Mer. Set in the dramatic Camargue amidst herds of wild white horses, black bulls, and flocks of pink flamingos, we will enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the beach. Perhaps we’ll refresh ourselves by taking a dip in the majestic Mediterranean. Ceremony and meditation held later on the sand, and more.

When we connect with Saint Sarah. We will also meet Mary Jacobi and Mary Salome, two astonishing women who traveled with Mary Magdalene.

We will return to our hotel in Arles where we will overnight. Group dinner in Saintes Maries de la Mer. (BD)

Early morning departure  for Carcassonne. We spend the day exploring the Old City of Carcassonne, a unique example of a fortified medieval city, known for its Cathar beliefs and history. In ancient times, Carcassonne was a major commercial and ceremonial center for the Druids and the Phoenicians. We will visit the Basilica of Saint Nazaire with its powerful vibrational energy and deep connection to Mother Mary, Saint Rock and Mary Magdalene.  We will be awe-inspired by the sculptures of Mary and Anna and other sculptures showing the filtering of the sacred energy streams of consciousness.

Overnight in Carcassonne- Group dinner. (B. D)

We travel to Montségur, the eternal symbol of Catharism and The Way of Love, Cather Seminary and citadel of their last resistance. In May 1243, in order to appease the pope, the King of France instigated a ten-month blockade of Montségur. A fifteen-day truce was negotiated in March 1244. At the end of which the Cathars had to choose to renounce their faith, or perish at the stake. 220 Cathars chose death on the pyre. Montségur; truly a sacred mountain, a place of inspiration, learning, balance and unity consciousness for the Cathars.

After lunch we return to our hotel – Group dinner. (BD)

Today we journey to a very beautiful Black Madonna and Healing Well in Limoux; In Limoux we experience ancient wisdom in all its glory as we enter into and embrace a world of mysticism.

In the afternoon we enjoy Rennes le Chateau, a place of mystery and the former Visigoth capital of the region, visited by treasure seekers. We will visit the famous encoded church of Abbe Sauniere's Villa Bethania. We will experience this church enriching our ‘quest’; a magical place of transformation along with it being a doorway to other dimensions. Later we visit the museum, gardens and the environs of Magdala. We absorb the atmosphere of this ancient mystical place with its hidden mysteries depicted in symbolism found within.

We visit the Arques, Mount Bugarach, The Goddess Chair and The Source. Here we experience ceremony and meditation allowing us to ‘journey within’ as we embrace the energies of Awakened Consciousness.  We weave a tapestry bringing together the energies of the Essenes, the Goddess and the Divine Feminine activating a deep shift of awareness within our true selves.

Today we journey to Minerve; one of the most important sites of the Cathar people who were the followers of Mary Magdalene and teachers of The Way of Love. Minerve, a beautiful place of love, became the site of tragic persecution. Miraculously, this beautiful place retains the energy and power of Compassion – holding the very essence of the way the Cathars lived, rather than dwelling upon the way they died. Here we walk together to the gorge where, on July 22, 1210, on the Feast Day of Mary Magdalene, 140 Cathars were executed for their belief in The Way of Love. Even in recent times, many have had transformational experiences here in this sacred place. It is an intentionally powerful first day of experience; an immersion into the energies and essences of this land and its people. We will come face to face with the Cathar’s survival energy in this astonishing town with its many inspiring places. The Hurepel Museum being one. On our journey back to Carcassonne, we will stop in Aigne, a tiny, one thousand year old “snail village” which was built in the shape of the spiral. We will visit a significant church and a jewel of an art gallery.

In the late afternoon we depart for our hotel in Carcassonne - Group dinner. (B. D)

Morning departure to Lourdes, arriving just after noon. We immerse ourselves in the miraculous healing waters of the Lourdes. We have the opportunity to actually wash our hands and face in its waters and allow ourselves to be held in the arms of the Divine Mother. We will explore the Cathedrals and the crypt of Saint Bernadette. At 9.00 pm we will visit the mystical and transformational Grotto with its sacred healing water.

Overnight in Lourdes in our four star hotel-Group dinner. (B. D)

Today at 10.00am we will depart Lourdes for Rocamadour!

Rocamadour  was a famous mecca for Medieval pilgrims coming to worship the Black Madonna.  The 12^th  century basilica of St. Sauveur was built in the cliff face. At its entrance is a sword dangling from the rock.  The sacred crypt of St. Amadour, the hermit, holds powerful energy.  Taking the lift to the upper town one gets not only breathtaking views of the valley below and of the surrounding mountains, also of a most powerful Black Madonna reputed to have been carved by Saint Amadour Saint himself.  The buildings of Rocamadour rise in stages up the side of a cliff on the right bank of the Alzou, which here runs between rocky walls 400 ft. in height. Flights of steps ascend from the lower town to the churches; a group of massive buildings half-way up the cliff. Chief among them is the pilgrimage church of Notre Dame (rebuilt in its present configuration from 1479). In the upper village we will encounter the second powerful Black Madonna.

Tonight we overnight in Rocamadour-Group dinner. (BD)

Today we continue to enjoy Rocamadour with its magical Black Madonnas and its mystical places as well as personal time for shopping.

Overnight in Rocamadour-Group dinner. (B. D)

Early morning, we will travel to Toulouse. For those who are choosing to end their Sacred Journey here in Toulouse we will have some time to explore the beautiful Black Madonna before dinner. Overnight in Toulouse. The morning of the 4th transfer to Toulouse Airport for the flight home; grateful for all we’ve experienced. (B. D)

For those continuing to Chartres and Paris we will catch an afternoon flight to Orly airport and then transfer to Chartres. Overnight in our hotel in Chartres. We will share a group dinner in a local restaurant.  (B. D)

We depart our hotel early to fully experience the extraordinary Chartres Cathedral. Its history dates back to the 4th century and was erected during a time of religious peace brought about by the Emperor Constantine. Chartres is rich with mysterious sacred imagery and sacred geometry. It is said to be encoded with the ‘secrets of the universe’. It was established on a hilltop, where a sacred forest once stood. A well beneath the cathedral was holy to the Druids and is said to be a miraculous source of healing water. It is also said to house the tunic of the Blessed Mother, the Sancta Camisia, since 876 when it was given by Charlemagne after he received it as a gift from Jerusalem.

The Cathedral is one of mystery and majesty. It is a holy place of rare architectural beauty, with its 160 stained glass windows, crypt, labyrinth, and unique silhouette above the landscape. The standout feature at Chartres is the labyrinth, installed into the Cathedral floor in the year 1200. Finbarr will explain the history of the labyrinth and address the Path of Enlightenment that is opened to us via the 11-circuit Chartres labyrinth. Personal time to explore and ponder on our own.

Return to our hotel in Chartres-Group dinner in a local restaurant. (BD)

An early departure to Paris where our hotel is splendidly located to both the Louvre and the lovely River Seine. We explore the Church of Mary Magdalene. Then off to the Left Bank, to the historic Church of San Sulpice in search of "The Magdalene Line”, the Rose Line (Paris Meridian) and much more including clues to Mary Magdalene’s four children.

After we visit San Sulpice, saunter through The Louvre and explore the many other alluring spots in Paris.

This evening the tour ends with a farewell dinner in celebration for all we experienced on this Sacred Journey. Overnight in Paris. (B. D)

Today we depart for our home city or continue to explore Paris grateful for all we experienced on this Sacred Journey.