THE PROGRAM

Day 1: Monday, September 16th – Arrive Marseilles – To Saintes Maries de la Mer

Meet at Marseille airport by 12 noon for our pick up. 

Transfers to Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, the place on the Mediterranean Sea where Mary Magdalene came ashore.
The town is named after “the Marys” who accompanied Mary Magdalene, Mary Jacobe and Mary Salome – relatives of the Mother of Jesus.

Arrival and check-in to our hotel Casa Marina.

Free time to relax.

Walk through the heart of the village to takes us to our welcome dinner. Overnight at our hotel.

 

Day 2: Tuesday, September 17th – In Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer

Morning walk to the landing beach (directly across from our hotel !) for a morning beach ceremony to open, clear and bless your channel of connection, communion and co-creation with sacred anointing and a crystal meditation journey. Then on to the extraordinary Church of the Sainte Marys of the Sea. The crypt is where the bones of Sainte Sarah and the two “other” Marys were discovered by Good King Rene d’Anjou during his excavations in the 15th century, and there is a first century stone altar on display which may be the first Christian altar in the world – used entirely by female disciples.

Free time for lunch and afternoon - Enjoy shopping for local favorites like Herbs de Provence, aromatic soaps, world renowned salt here and other traditional gifts from Provence.
Optionnal activities can be arranged (boat excursion or horse riding excursion).

Dinner in town for this last day in Camargue and overnight at our hotel.

 

 

Day 3: Wednesday, September 18th – Aix-en-Provence

After breakfast, we leave the magical Saintes Maries de la Mer and head for Aix en Provence to the hotel Escaletto.

This charming and vibrant city is sure to capture your heart. We will also visit the first church of Aix en Provence, built on the site of the preaching of Maximin and Magdalene. That’s why everywhere in the cathedral, Mary Magdalene’s presence is found. We’ll end the visit at the 17th century chapel where a Black Madonna, Notre-Dame-de-l’Espérance, stands. Free time to stroll around the colorful Provencal market and have lunch on your own in the historical city center. Traditional fare of tapenade and bouillabaisse is a must while here. 

Referred to as the cultural and artistic center of Provence, Aix is also well know for it’s therapeutic mineral baths. This year, we have an added an optional hydrotherapy experience at a wonderful spa with sauna, hammam, whirlpool and cold plunge. This is a wonderful way to restore and rejuvenate body, mind and spirit and to assimilate the deep levels of awakening and transformation that is part of this pilgrimage. 

Dinner at leisure for tonight.

 

Day 4: Thursday, September 19th – Aix-en-Provence

In the afternon we will journey to Vernègues for a special ceremony and sound bath at the Temple of Diana at Chateau Bas. These ancient Roman ruins date back to 1 B.C.. and offer a serene sanctuary amidst the lush greenery of the estate.

Later, we will enjoy an organic wine tasting at Chateau Bas, a historic castle turned chateau dates back to the 18th century and is a prime example of classical French architecture. Surrounded by lush vineyards and rolling hills, Chateau Bas Vernegues exudes charm and elegance.

We'll have a lunch to go on the road to go to Vernègues.

During this day we will also enjoy a meditation sound and aroma healing session near the Roman remains.

Transfer back to the hotel.

Group dinner in a traditionnal restaurant. Overnight at our hotel.

 

 

Day 5: Friday, September 20th – Saint-Maximin-la-Ste-Baume

Transfer in St-Maximin-la-Ste-Baume, the region where Mary Magdalene spent many years of her life, living in hiding high up in the protection of the jagged mountains.

Visit of the impressive St.Maximin Basilica, which holds some of Mary Magdalene’s bones in the crypt, as well as the stone coffin in where her body resided for many centuries.

At noon, you will enjoy strolling on the quaint cobblestone streets at the town center as we visit the Hotel de France for delicious gourmet lunch. 

In the afternon we will have a sacred aroma class - you will be creating your own sacred anointing oil, with rare, high vibrational aromatics from Adora's personal collection. She will guide you to anchor specific frequencies into your oil so that you will continue to accelerate and assimilate the profound awakenings from this journey.

Transfer back to aix, dinner on your own.

Overnight at our hotel in Aix-en-Provence.

 

 

Day 6: Saturday, September 21st – La Sainte-Baume

Transfer to La Sainte-Baume mountain to visit to the ancient Druid forest and the astonishing cavern cathedral carved into the top of a mountain.

Roni will guide us with a beautiful prayer and salt offering at the entrance of the forest. Then after a short walk, we will nestle ourselves in the woods for the Akashic Records group healing transmission. In this potent alchemical journey, each one of you will receive two scrolls from your Book of Life, along with a deep clearing and activation before we journey up the mountain. 

To access the grotto, the walk is slightly challenging, but if you take your time it is also beautiful and well worth it. It takes about 45 minutes to make the ascent.

On the way back, we will stop for a picnic lunch.

Transfer back to Aix-en-Provence. 

Free time in the afternoon.

Dinner together in town. Overnight at our hotel.

 

 

Day 7: Sunday, September 22nd – Day in Valsaintes

Today, we will drive to Abbaye de Valsaintes to celebrate the Fall Equinox. The autumn equinox, with its day and night in equal parts, announces that the hour of the assessment and the harvest has come. Clearly, this is a time of the year for great insights into the decisions that guide our whole lives. Perched at a height of 1,800 feet in the middle of a vast natural bowl, the abbey of Valsaintes watches over a land which has been sacred since Prehistoric times.

After a guided visit of the Abbay we will enjoy gregorian songs. We will then have a free walk in the garden.

Lunch included at the abbaye restaurant.

Transfer back in Aix-en-Provence, free time in the afternoon, and dinner at leisure.

Ovenight at our hotel.

 

 

Day 8: Monday, September 23rd – Transfer to Carcassonne

It's time to leave Aix-en-Provence ! After breakfast, we will board our bus to the enchanting Carcassonne (3h30 journey), a medieval fortified city renowned for its well-preserved double walls and 53 watchtowers, which give it a distinctive and picturesque appearance. The city's history dates back to the Roman times, and its strategic location made it a significant stronghold for various rulers throughout the centuries. The narrow cobblestone streets and Gothic-style buildings add to the inviting charm of this city.

Free time for you to enjoy lunch on your own and discover the numerous boutiques.This is a favorite for shopping and strolling in an atmosphere that transcends the passage of time. A must visit is the Chapel !

In Carcassonne we will  stay at the Mercure Hotel La Cité in Carcassonne where we are staying for 2 nights.

Dinner together.

 

 

Day 9: Tuesday, September 24th – Carcassonne

In the morning we will transfer to Minerve to visit this historic Cathar village.

Then head on Limoux for a visit to the Church housing a beautiful Black Madonna, Notre Dame de Marceille. We will have lunch together in a local restaurant.

In the afternoon we will traval to Rennes-les-Bains, and we will hike/walk to the Seat of Isis, where strange signs, said to be 2000 years old, are engraved in the rock. Here I will guide us in a Goddess Isis Activation You could refresh yourself in the nearby Magdalene Spring. Back to the hotel. In the evening, we will be able to enjoy a farewell dinner city in the charming city of Carcassonne. 

 

 

Day 10: Wednesday, September 25th – Tour Ends

Morning departure as our coach will transport us to arrive at Toulouse airport by 10 am. Please try to schedule your return journeys in the afternoon to allow yourself sufficient time.
Some passengers choose to stay in an airport hotel in Toulouse and take morning flights the next day. We can help with the recommendation of an airport hotel for you if this is necessary to accommodate your schedule.