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A Fatima experience off the beaten track: a slow, meditative, and cultural journey to understand the true story of the shepherd children and the deep meaning of this place.

Highlights

• Walk the original paths of the little shepherds in Valinhos
• Discover the authentic story of Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta
• Enter the Sanctuary on foot, in silence and away from the crowds
• Visit the Shepherds' Houses with a guide training for the diaconate
• A final moment of personal, simple, and free reflection

Description

Discover Fatima in a unique way, far from the traditional tours. This isn't a bus tour, nor a hurried visit to basilicas and shops. It's a quiet and authentic journey, guided by a diaconate trainee, that combines history, humanity, and spirituality. What you'll do You'll walk along the original path of the little shepherds, immersed in the natural landscapes of Valinhos You'll discover the homes and true stories of Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta You'll get a feel for what rural Portugal was like in 1917 You'll visit the Sanctuary on foot, in silence, away from the crowds You'll take part in a personal moment of reflection: simple, profound, suitable for everyone (no religious affiliation required) This tour speaks to the heart, even for those who don't believe. FULL PROGRAM 1) Valinhos – A Silent Start We'll start with a short walk along the original paths of the little shepherds. Here we introduce not religion, but the human context: poverty, peasant life, and a simple, tough childhood. 2) Lúcia's House – The voice of a little girl Narrative story: 'Who was Lúcia as a person, not as a saint.' 3) Francisco and Jacinta's House – Courage in childhood A story of fragility and silent love. 4) A break at a country estate No tourists. No chaos. Just a simple table, bread, oil, wine, humanity. 5) Arrival at the Sanctuary on foot – Entering from the silence We don't enter by bus, but from the countryside. 6) Basilica, Tomb of the Shepherds, and Chapel of the Apparitions Cultural reading + guided personal reflection. 7) Final moment: The Light Gesture We don't light a candle 'just because': everyone writes a word to let go. A simple, free, universal gesture.

Includes

Local guide training for the diaconate Guided walk in Valinhos A narrative visit to the Shepherds' Houses Entrance to the Sanctuary A moment of guided reflection Lunch at a rural Quinta

Important Information

• Discover the authentic Fátima, away from the crowded tours. Walk the paths of the little shepherds and experience a moment of silence and truth, guided by a trainee in the permanent diaconate.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund