Fátima Sanctuary & Little Shepherds' Village

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WHEN Monday 1 June to Fri Jan 10th 2025

ADDRESS , Aljustrel, Fátima

COMPANY From Lisbon: Fátima Sanctuary & Little Shepherds' Village

Highlights

Visit Fátima Sanctuary, one of the world’s most sacred pilgrimage sites
Feel the silence of the Chapel of the Apparitions where it all began
Light a candle and reflect at the great Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
Discover the humble village where the three shepherd children once lived
Experience faith, story and serenity in Portugal’s most spiritual place

Description

Discover the story behind one of the world’s most important pilgrimage destinations on a half-day guided tour to Fátima and the nearby village of Aljustrel. Whether you are religious, curious or simply seeking a peaceful cultural experience, this journey offers insight into a profound chapter of Portuguese history. Depart Lisbon in the morning or afternoon and travel comfortably through the countryside to the town of Fátima, where in 1917, three shepherd children reported seeing apparitions of the Virgin Mary. Your first stop is the vast Sanctuary of Fátima, a place of prayer, pilgrimage and global devotion. With your guide, visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, the exact spot where the visions are said to have occurred. Learn about the messages the children received, the significance of the site and the events that followed. Then, explore the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, where the tombs of Lúcia, Francisco and Jacinta lie. The sanctuary’s open square is one of the largest of its kind, and you'll have time for quiet reflection or to light a candle if you wish. Continue to the modern Basilica of the Holy Trinity, completed in 2007. Its minimalist architecture and large circular design offer a striking contrast to the older basilica, symbolizing the sanctuary’s growing role in the modern world. Your guide will share how the site has evolved over the past century to welcome millions of pilgrims each year. After visiting the sanctuary, head just a few minutes away to Aljustrel, the quiet village where the three shepherd children were born. Explore their preserved family homes, gaining a deeper understanding of their humble lives before the apparitions. The simple furnishings and rural setting bring a human dimension to the story of Fátima. Depending on timing and group interest, you may also pass by sections of the Via Sacra, the Way of the Cross, which connects the village to the sanctuary through olive groves and small chapels. After this moving and insightful visit, return to Lisbon with a new perspective on faith, history and the enduring message of peace that defines Fátima today.

Includes

Guided tour of the Fátima Sanctuary and the Village and House of the 3 Little Shepherds Mass attendance at the Fátima Sanctuary Professional tour guide Pickup at selected location (only with shared tour option with pickup) Pickup and drop-off at selected location (only with private option) Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle Travel insurance compliant with Portuguese regulations

Important Information

Please look for a guide holding a blue and yellow flag at the Meeting Point.
The standard group size is limited to 8 participants per vehicle (Van). At certain times, the tour may be operated in a larger vehicle with more participants.
The tour may be conducted by a multilingual guide, depending on group composition.
A minimum of 2 participants is required for the tour to operate.
Children over 1 and under 12 (or under 135 cm) must use a suitable child seat, by law. We do not provide baby seats for children under 1 year (rear-facing, up to 13 kg), customers must bring their own.

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