Private day tour Fatima and Sintra from Lisbon
Description
Fatima is one of the largest pilgrimage centers in the world, built around the place where, in 1917, the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherds. After visiting the Basilica where the three seers are buried, the chapel of apparitions and the modern Church of the Holy Trinity, we will have some free time to prayers or attend a celebration (optional). Shortly afterwards, the tour goes to Valinhos, the small village where the three young shepherds were born, and we will visit their homes, having the chance to see what the region’s houses looked like at the beginning of the XX century. Sinta - UNESCO World Heritage, has been the summer residence of the royal family since the fourteenth century. Sintra’s micro climate, where humidity predominates, helped the exuberant vegetation to thrive. It was often praised by the nineteenth-century romantic poets like Lord Byron. You will have the opportunity to visit one of the various Palaces of Sintra on this tour and taste the traditional sweets.
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Itinerary
The famous Marian Sanctuary of Fatima is without a doubt one of the most important pilgrimage centers in the world. Millions of people come here annually to pay homage to the three shepherd children who witnessed the apparitions of the Virgin Mary in the fields of “Cova da Iria”. Free time to attend Mass (optional), visit the Chapel of the Apparitions where you can see the image of the Virgin Mary. We will also visit the Basilica where we can find the tombs of Lucia, Jacinta and Francisco (the last two were canonized by Pope Francis on May 2017, thus becoming the youngest saints of the Catholic Church). As we continue, we will visit the modern church of the Blessed Trinity of Fatima, which seats 8,633 people and has an area of 40,000 square meters. The church was designed and projected by the Greek architect, Alexandros Tombazis. Time allowed for religious shopping (optional).
The village where the three shepherd children, Lucia, Jacinta and Francisco, were born and lived. Visit their family’s limestone houses. It use to be an isolated and poor area in the interior of Portugal but nonetheless very beautiful.
Sintra is without a doubt one of the most extraordinary places in Portugal. Its microclimate transforms this small town situated on the slopes of the mountain range “Serra de Sintra” next to the Atlantic, into a major attraction for visitors who go there to admire its famous castles and palaces or simply taste the traditional food, pastries and sweets. And let’s not forget the souvenir shops selling typical local items. We will stop in the historic center where you will have time to try the famous “travesseiros” and “queijadas” at the Piriquita Pastry Shop and explore the narrow streets of the most romantic town in Portugal. Visit one of these palaces: National Palace of Sintra, National Palace of Pena, Quinta da Regaleira, Palace of Monserrate. (optional visit - entrance fee)
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Pickup Locations & Times
Your assigned driver-guide will meet you at a place designated by you, within the city of Lisbon.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(19)
Our guide was exceptional! She knew the area, history and provided interesting insights. The itinerary more than met our expectations while still accommodating our needs
Dear Mary, Thank you for your review. Sandra is one of the best driver-guides in Portugal. She always delivers the very best. This is why she is part of this amazing team that I so proudly manage.
This was probably the best guided tour experience we have had in the last 15 years. Vasco, our guide and driver, was outstanding. His knowledge of the country and key sites was fantastic. More importantly, we all knew he made us his priority. He made great suggestions to enhance the trip and was fun to be around. We highly recommend Vasco and the company (Premier Tours) for any trips one day or more in and around the Lisbon area.
Dear Jeffry, Thank you so much for your review. Premiere Tours is indeed fortunate to have the best driver-guiding team in the country, Vasco included.
Rodrigo was a safe driver and he was very knowledgeable!!! He was very accommodating to our requests.
Thank you Marya, for you review.
Excellent is not enough to our experience with our tour guide, Vasco. His enthusiasm, knowledge, suggestions, flexibility and kindness made our trip one special and memorable.
Thank you so much for your review. Vasco is indeed a great asset in our team. But than again, so are all the driver-guides in our team :)
Viator communication with us was professional from the time we booked our tour the whole way through. The day before our tour Viator reconfirmed our booking and gave us the driver/guide name, time, place and vehicle information for pick up. Rod arrived early and was fantastic and really worked hard to ensure our entire day was memorable and he even added another venue he thought we would enjoy while in Portugal. He knew the area’s history and was a great storyteller. We were very pleased with our tour and would highly recommend Viator for private tours.
Dear Mary, Thank you so much in the name of Premiere Tours and our driver-guide Rodrigo. Viator has been our partner company for years and we are very proud to represent them in Portugal.
Renato is a very nice guide, super friendly and made our visit very relaxing and fun. In fact, since we had been there for some time, he gave us a visit to the Lisbon Coast to return
Muchas gracias Selene por eligir Premiere Tours y nuestro guía Renato para el tour de Fatima y Sintra.
Ruey our tour guide was super amazing!! His knowledge of Portugal was unbelievable!! This made our tour without a doubt rememberable! We couldn’t have asked for more!!! Ruey went over and beyond his accommodation!!! I would highly recommend this tour but be sure to ask for Ruey and you will know Portugal. As if it were your second home!!!!
Dear Patrice, Thank you for your review. Rui is without a doubt a great asset to our team. One of the best guides in the country.
Our tour guide, Rodrigo was fantastic. He is very knowledgeable and entertaining. We loved our excursion and highly recommend it.
Dear Elizabeth, Thank you so much for your review. Indeed Rodrigo is a great asset to our team. He is one of the most entertaining guides in the country.
This was an excellent tour—truly one of our favorites during our time in Europe! Jose was absolutely amazing. He was warm, knowledgeable, and made the entire day feel special and personal. His passion for Portugal really came through, and by the end of the tour, I completely fell in love with the country. Fátima was peaceful and moving, and Sintra was like stepping into a fairytale. The balance of history, culture, and beautiful scenery made for a perfect day. Everything was well-paced and comfortable, and Jose made sure we had a memorable experience from start to finish. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Lisbon—you’ll leave with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for Portugal!
Thank you so much Barbara. Jose is indeed one of the most knowledgeable driver-guides in Portugal.
Amazing experience!!!! Don’t hesitate to book! Jose is so knowledgeable!! He taught us so much. You won’t regret it.
Dear Carolyn, Thank you so much for your review. Jose is indeed one of the great assets of Premiere Tours. We are proud to have the best team of driver-guides in the country.
