Cave Mary Magdalene in the Sainte Baume mountain

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7 hours
Pick-up offered
Free cancellation
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Mobile ticket

Overview

Discovery of the Sainte Baume mountain, a famous Christian pilgrimage destination and one of the finest belvedere in Provence.
Hike through the unique Forest of Sainte Baume, on the steps of famous and anonymous pilgrims.
Cave/ grotto Saint Mary Magdalene, a famous place of pilgrimage
Visit of the Basilica Saint Mary Magdalene in Saint Maximin, masterpiece of gothic art,

Inclusions

  • Private transportation
  • Private tour with lecturer guide specialized in pilgrimages and spiritual tours

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Grotte de Sainte Marie Madeleine, Plan d'Aups Sainte Baume, 83640 Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume France

You will reach the cave by the “Chemin des Roys” (50 minutes walk). You will pass through the once sacred forest of the Druids, full of rare and unique plant species in Southern Europe.
From its cliff top location, the view is absolutely magnificent. On the way back, visit of the Basilica in Saint Maximin, masterpiece of Gothic art. Its crypt shelters Mary Magdalene’s skull and relics.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: 83470 Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, France

You will discover the royal Mary Magdalene Basilica. Built at the 13th century, this impressive basilica is considered as a masterpiece of gothic art in Provence. In its crypt are kept Mary Magdalene's relics

Duration: 2 hours

Time of tour

Suppliers and travelers coordinate start times within the given time periods. 10/16/2019 - 6/28/2023
Monday - Sunday:09:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Meeting point

Traveler pickup is offered
Possible pick up at any places (hotels, guest houses, train stations or airports) or directly at the beginning of the tour. A quote is done on request.

Airports

  • Marseille Airport, 13727 Marignane France
  • Cote D'Azur Airport, Rue Costes et Bellonte, 6206 Nice France


Ports

  • Marseille
  • Toulon


Additional information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Déconseillé aux voyageurs ayant des problèmes aux genoux
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Soda/Pop

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
helenfV4437GU
April 2022

i booked this tour for 7/6/22--Veronique texted me at 0230 in the morning and cancelled!!--I am left stranded!

esunperuanismo
November 2019

So grateful to Veronique for picking me up and driving me to the grotto! Glad to meet her and enjoy her company. Very attentive , sweet and caring. i would recommend her!

Nomad307121
November 2019

Veronique is the perfect tour guide to pilgrimage the steps of Mary Magdalene’s journey in France post Jesus’ resurrection. I’ve taken two tours it’s her and plan to join a third tour in 2020. She is so knowledgeable about MM and the history of France.

Barbara P
August 2021

Nella regione del Var vi sono 4 luoghi potentissimi: la basilica di Maddalena a St Maximin, la grotta della Maddalena a La Ste Baume e la cappella di St Pilon dove si racconta che la Santa fu accolta in cielo dagli angeli. Questi tre luoghi sono a St Maximin la Ste Baume, mentre l’ultimo si trova...

Odyssey614032
August 2020

grotte fermée. ascension jusqu à la chapelle, necessite tout de meme une bonne condition physique car enormement de marches à monter , heureusement tres ombragée.

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