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From Lisbon: Fatima, Valinhos and Obidos Small Group Day Trip

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Fatima, Valinhos and Obidos

Discover the religious and historical landmarks of Fatima and Obidos in our handcrafted tour.

Type of experience

Group

Duration

8 hours

Accessibility

Yes

Possibility

Languages

English, Español, Português

Pick Up Point(s)

risk free! Cancellation is available up to 24 hours before your trip starts

Experience Description

Join us on a journey to the place where three local young shepherds witnessed the Virgin Mary. The apparition took place on May 13, 1917, and after that, the Virgin appeared to them on the same date every month for the following six months. The last event, which occurred on October 13 of the same year, is called the Miracle of the Sun.

This Sanctuary, which welcomes visitors from all over the world nowadays, was constructed on the precise spot where the Virgin appeared to the shepherds. Join us on a trip to this Sanctuary and nearby Valinhos, the birthplace of little shepherds, to discover why Fatima is one of the most significant Catholic pilgrimage sites and was named after a Muslim.

The next stop of our trip is a walled village called Obidos, just one hour north of Lisbon. The human records kept in this region date back to pre-Roman times. However, the period of development and prosperity of Obidos is connected with the Roman and Moorish eras. Romans highly evaluated Obidos, located on a hill overlooking the surrounding area, had an excellent defensive position and expanded it. Because merchants had rested here and the settlement was safe, it grew.

In the middle of the 11th century, Afonso I of Portugal conquered Obidos to the Moorish, and the city's construction went to another level. Celtic temples were transformed into churches, and parts of the wall were pulled down to provide more space and safety for houses. Let’s walk down the ancient streets, taste a Ginjinha, and start an exploration.

Experience Schedule

The time, duration, and order of stops are subject to change based on traffic, weather conditions, and other circumstances beyond our control.

09:00 AM

Departure from Meeting point

Our guide will use the travel time to start introducing you to the locations we are about to visit. This almost hour-and-a-half drive will pass by in a glimpse with the comfort and information we can provide to you.

10:30 AM

Fatima Sanctuary

The feeling of positive energy is in the air. Let us escort you to the middle of Fatima Sanctuary so we can deliver a proper explanation that will allow you to visit what interests you the most and become able to navigate the structures according to your own personal faith.

12:00 PM

Valinhos

The picturesque yet humble village from where the 3 shepherds departed with their herd of sheep on a daily basis. We propose that you discover the house of Lucia and the house of her two cousins Jacinta and Francisco. Providing a deeper view of what happened in this location over a century ago.

01:45 PM

Obidos

We will arrive at this medieval style walled village close to lunch time. Our guide will walk around some of the narrow streets with you so that you learn how to navigate it without any stress. We will open your appetite with a Ginjinha tasting before you head on to your free time for lunch. Our team can help with suggestions. Feel free to ask.

04:15 PM

Our Lord of the Stone

On the foothills from where the Castle of Obidos is located we will have one small last stop in one of the main baroque constructions in Portugal. Dating from 1747 and Designed by Captain Rodrigo Franco this sanctuary was ordered to be built by Tomas de Almeida (First Cardinal Patriarch of Lisbon) and the King D. Joao V himself.

04:45 PM

Departure

We will head back towards the Meeting Point using the Atlantic Highway, known for the contrast on the windmills (new electricity generating ones and traditional grain to flour one). The hills used by General Wellington on the Iberian Campaign that helped defeat the french invasion of Napoleon.

We care about your comfort

The comfort and safety of our clients through tours and transfers is one of our key priorities. We provide high-quality technical maintenance and update our fleet on time to ensure trustworthy customer service.

Сertified with the “Clean & Safe” seal to guarantee that we will comply with all mandatory hygiene and safety standards by WHO/ the National Tourist Authority in coordination with the General Directorate of Health.

What Experience Includes:

Hotel pick up & drop off at the appointed time
Professional driver with expert knowledge of the experience itinerary
Comfortable secure vehicle with A/C
Complimentary bottled water
Panoramic photo stops with the best views on the way
Company Liability Insurance and Personal Injury Insurance
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Space for luggage for safe keeping of your belongings in the van

Personal expenses for souvenirs, lunch, and optional activities not specified in the package
Entrance fees to attractions, museums, and any additional sites, not specified in the experience program
Gratuities are optional but recommended to show appreciation for excellent service

Travel Tips:

Portugal is one of the warmest countries in Europe. However, you should bring warm clothes as it may get colder on the mountain side, and coastline (e.g.)
Don’t forget your documents