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Wonderful experience with a wonderful guide. Much better than I could have ever imagined.
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The trip started off horrible. I couldn't get my garden watering self timer to work, my dog had a GI problem, I was running around all day, and I forgot (hopefully not lost) all the euros I exchanged a week earlier. I wanted to stay home and crawl under the covers, but forged ahead into the hot Portuguese sun and it was wonderful. There was something very memorable, magical, and spiritual about every place we visited and our tour guide/director (Jorge) was phenomenal. Our group started mixing slowly, but once we found our wave we rode it all across 3 countries and all became friends and everyone seemed to have a different experience that touched them. While it was a religious faith based tour it wasn't overwhelming and we prayed the rosary on the bus, we had our moments in churches and cathedrals, and were given different options to try: for example I was submersed/bathed in the river at Lourdes which was an incredible experience. Our bus and driver, Jose, were #1. The hotels were great with some of them being a little farther from the city center, though most literally a 5-10 beautiful stroll away. There was plenty of time to eat, drink, shop, and pray. The few things that seemed to go wrong, like an unusual amount of traffic delaying up for 1/2 hour turned out to be a blessing since we were able to see St. Anthony's relics just as they were presenting them to be touched. The Sagrada Familia tour and guide were incredibly interesting and explained in such great detail that one would think he (Gonzolo) actually designed the building with Gaudi. My only complaint was that they should have given us an hour to sit and soak in the magnificence of this masterpiece of art and architecture. I would advise anyone thinking of taking this tour to book it and have not only a great and enjoyable trip, but also a spiritual journey.
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The itinerary of this faith-based Cosmos tour is great but the absence of chosen hotels without porters is challenging! This is especially difficult for single travelers!
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The tour is well organized and I haven’t encountered any issues throughout the entire trip. It was a great experience, great food and great hotels.
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The agenda was packed and they had us on time and with competing tour groups they had a knack for having us at memorable locations first with access to areas before they became overcrowded. Our guides(Lida and Themis) were so knowledgeable and kept us interested wherever we were. Also all we had to worry about was what time to be next and all was taken care of. Great trip!
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The Fatima, Lourdes, and Shrines of Spain Pilgrimage deepened my Roman Catholic Faith. We visited Lisbon, Santiago de Compostela, Braga, Lourdes, Fatima, Montserrat, Manresa, and Barcelona. I loved participating in the Fatima Candlelight procession with people from all over the world. The pilgrims walking the Way of St. James was inspiring, and I appreciated the blessing the priests gave to the pilgrims. Sonia, our tour director, and Marcio, our driver were excellent and enhanced our journey.
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Communication is very good. Accommodation beyond expectation. Would use again.
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Amazing choice of destinations and very professional staff
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Our tour director, Roxanna, has been extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful and kind. The places we have seen in 12 days have been amazing! It was truly a special spiritual journey! Cosmos should definitely collect gratuities before we leave before the journey. It would more convenient. Luggage portage should be included
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Marianna and Antonio united the group. We felt like a family in their capable hands
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The trip to Fatima, Santiago de Compostela and Lourdes was great. The tour was a bit tiring, but all the places visited were dreamy. We had the opportunity to have religious services in chapels with so much history, which was something very special. All the staff were very accommodating and special thanks to the tour Director and the Driver who made the experience relaxed and enjoyable.
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Its was a good experience after all. The only problem was that we had to travel overseas and when we reached our destinations we need to wait until 4:00 pm to clock in. I hope that you have a little consideration for those who travelled overnight.
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Oana was great showing us all over Roma ! Thank you!
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