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

7 hours Free cancellation

Sanctuary of Arantzazu from the outside — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sanctuary of Loyola's altarpiece — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.**

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Local Experts Tours

Ages: Infants (0–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch: Two main course, dessert and wine included
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Itinerary

Santuario de Loyola

1 h 30 min Admission included

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

Passing 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 point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Puente Colgante Boutique Hotel
Hotel Boutique Bahia de Plentzia
San Jorge
URH Palacio de Oriol hotel
Hotel Goizalde
Hotel Naval Sestao
Hotel Errekagain
Hotel Modus Vivendi
Hotel Kaia
Hotel Neguri
Hotel Igeretxe

and 76 more pickup points

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

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

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
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.