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Fátima Private Half Day Tour by What to do in Portugal - Lisbon

Fátima Private Half Day Tour by What to do in Portugal

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

4 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels as walking distances are moderate with plenty of stops.

Overview

Experience the spiritual heart of Portugal with a private half-day journey to the Fátima Sanctuary. Visit sacred churches, the homes of the apparition children, and shape your own path through this profound pilgrimage site.

Agualva-Cacém, Lisbon

Fátima Private Half Day Tour

All ages! • Approx. 4 hours • Perfect religious retreat

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About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating journey to Fátima Sanctuary, where you can explore historic churches, light candles, and immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere. Visit the homes of the children who witnessed the apparitions and enjoy the flexibility of a private tour, tailored to your interests for a truly memorable experience.

Drive to Fátima Sanctuary where you will have free time to visit the churches, light up a candle, buy some souvenirs, or assist the mass!

Suggested Itinerary:

  • Duration: Approx. 4 hours
  • Pick up at requested hotel/apartment/cruise at 09:00 or 14:00
  • Drive to Aljustrel (1h15m aprox.), the small town where the children that witnessed the apparitions lived
  • Visit to the houses of the children (Free admission)
  • Visit to some of the sites of the apparitions
  • Drive to Fátima Sanctuary where you will have free time to visit the churches, light up a candle, buy some souvenirs or assist the mass (subject to schedule)
  • Drive back to the starting point (1h15m aprox.)
  • Drop off at the starting point or another place that is convenient for you

Note that:

  • Our itinerary is always flexible, so if you want to cut it short or add different stops or places to visit you can do that by just telling the driver (that's why private tours are a lot more fun!)
  • If you don't want to visit the monuments inside, we can add other places like viewpoints or some secret spots that only the locals know about to fill in the time
  • Our tours can be done in English, Portuguese, Spanish or French (subject to availability)
  • You should wear comfortable clothing and shoes as there are some parts of the tour where we have to walk to reach certain places

What's Included:

  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel/apartment/cruise
  • Bottled water
  • Wi-fi
  • Friendly guide/driver
  • Comfortable air-conditioned mini-van or small car depending on group size
  • All travel expenses (gas, insurance, tolls, parking costs)
  • All insurances required by Portuguese law (personal and liability)

Exclusions:

  • Personal expenses
  • Tickets to monuments
  • Food and drinks

Adventure Tips

Wear Comfortable Shoes

The tour includes walking on uneven surfaces around churches and village streets, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is essential.

Bring a Light Jacket

Evenings and early mornings around Fátima can be cool, especially outside of summer months, so layering is advised.

Respect the Sanctuary's Atmosphere

Photography is allowed in most outdoor areas but refrain from flash photography inside chapels and during mass.

Stay Hydrated

Bottled water is provided, but bring your own refillable bottle if you prefer to carry extra fluids for warmer days.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • European robins common around the Sanctuary grounds
  • Local butterfly species like the Painted Lady

History

The Sanctuary commemorates the 1917 Marian apparitions reported by three shepherd children, making it a centerpiece of 20th-century religious history in Portugal.

Conservation

Efforts are underway to preserve the Sanctuary’s natural environment and heritage buildings, minimizing impact from heavy pilgrim traffic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Necessary for uneven paths and village streets during the tour.

Light jacket or layers

Essential

Useful for cooler temperatures and variable weather.

spring|fall|winter specific

Sun protection (hat/sunglasses/sunscreen)

Essential

Protects you during sunny outdoor time at the Sanctuary plaza.

summer specific

Refillable water bottle

Helpful for staying hydrated beyond provided bottled water.