Explore Mary Magdalene’s sacred sites in Provence on a private tour. Discover her cave, attend Mass, and visit the basilica’s relics.
Explore Mary Magdalene’s sacred sites in Provence on a private tour. Discover her cave, attend Mass, and visit the basilica’s relics.
- Grotte de Sainte Marie Madeleine - Embark on a historical journey to explore the cave where Saint Mary Madeleine spent the last 30 years of her life as a hermit. The forest path offers a blend of tranquility, beauty, and peace. Visitors can ascend at their own pace and take time for meditation or prayer on site. Additionally, there is an…
- Grotte de Sainte Marie Madeleine - Embark on a historical journey to explore the cave where Saint Mary Madeleine spent the last 30 years of her life as a hermit. The forest path offers a blend of tranquility, beauty, and peace. Visitors can ascend at their own pace and take time for meditation or prayer on site. Additionally, there is an opportunity to attend the daily Mass at 11 am.
Important: Wear suitable walking shoes for the 40-minute ascent.
- Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume - Following the cave visit, the tour continues to Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume, a charming city untouched by mass tourism. Enjoy lunch and wander through the quaint alleys of the old town leading to the Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene.
- Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine - Enjoy free time to explore the basilica and reflect in front of the relics of St. Mary Magdalene housed within.
- Entrance cave Sainte Marie Madeleine
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Basilica entrance of Saint Mary Magdalene
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance cave Sainte Marie Madeleine
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Basilica entrance of Saint Mary Magdalene
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Lunch
Mary Magdalene was a close companion of Jesus and the Virgin Mary. After being expelled from Palestine at the start of the 1st century, she traveled to Provence by sea in a small boat. She devoted her life to spreading the teachings of Jesus throughout Provence, eventually retreating to the cave in the Massif de la Sainte Baume, where she lived as a…
Mary Magdalene was a close companion of Jesus and the Virgin Mary. After being expelled from Palestine at the start of the 1st century, she traveled to Provence by sea in a small boat. She devoted her life to spreading the teachings of Jesus throughout Provence, eventually retreating to the cave in the Massif de la Sainte Baume, where she lived as a hermit for the last 30 years of her life.
Whether you are a pilgrim or simply intrigued by the remarkable history of Saint Mary Magdalene, consider embarking on a journey into the past by exploring the cave. You will have the opportunity to pray or meditate, and if you wish, you can attend the Mass held daily at 11 am.
Important: Wear walking shoes for the climb to the cave.
Afterward, we will visit the city of Saint Maximin, where you can wander through the charming alleys and enjoy lunch. Finally, you will have free time to explore the basilica, which houses the relics of Mary Magdalene.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
