From Lisbon - Fátima at Night – Candlelight Procession Experience

Aljustrel, Fátima, Lisbon



Visit Fátima at night by van from Lisbon. See the Sanctuary and attend the Rosary and the Candle Procession, as per the program of the day, on a shared or private tour.

Highlights

  • Take part in the Rosary and the evening procession according to the Sanctuary's program.
  • Learn the story of the apparitions of 1917 with a driver/guide.
  • Have free time for prayer and to explore the Sanctuary of Fátima.
  • Travel from Lisbon in an air-conditioned van in a group of up to 8 people.
  • Choose the private option to have an exclusive van and pick-up and drop-off in Lisbon.

Description

Experience an evening of faith, history and contemplation at the Sanctuary of Fátima. Depart from Lisbon at 6:00 p.m. in an air-conditioned van, accompanied by a driver/guide, for an experience lasting approximately 6 hours. Upon arrival in Fátima, learn about the history of the apparitions of 1917 and the three shepherd children. Explore the Sanctuary and enjoy some free time for prayers, photos and a meal on your own. The visit to the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and the Basilica of the Holy Trinity takes into account the opening times and celebrations at each site. At 9:30 p.m., join the Rosary in the Chapel of the Apparitions and the evening procession in the Prayer Area, according to the Sanctuary's schedule. The Candle Procession brings pilgrims together in a moment of prayer and light. The tour operates all year round; the holding of and format of the celebrations follow the day's schedule and may be changed by the Sanctuary, including due to weather conditions. After the service, the return is scheduled for around 10:45 PM, with arrival in Lisbon around midnight. Times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and the duration of the services. Choose between two options, both for up to 8 participants: • Shared: Travel with other participants, meeting at the main entrance of Hotel HF Fénix Lisboa, Praça Marquês de Pombal 8, at 5:45 p.m. Departure at 18:00 and return to the same place. • Private: Exclusive van and driver/guide, with pickup and drop-off at the hotel or address in Lisbon indicated in the booking. Your exact pick-up time will be confirmed by Zoom Travel. Mineral water during the trip is included. Meals and personal expenses are paid separately. For shared tours, any hotel pick-up or drop-off service is optional and paid separately; confirm booking with Zoom Travel via the booking chat. Choose the language available for the option when booking. The shared tour may be conducted in more than one language, depending on the composition of the group. Access to the Sanctuary is through the regular entrances. Bring a sweater: Evenings in Fátima can be chilly, even in summer. To contact Zoom Travel, use the booking chat on GYG.

Includes

Round-trip transportation between Lisbon and Fátima via air-conditioned van. Driver/guide in the language booked; the shared tour may be conducted in more than one language. Mineral water during the journey. Visit to the Sanctuary, the Chapel of the Apparitions and the Basilicas of Fátima, according to opening times and celebrations. Time to take part in the Rosary and the procession, according to the Sanctuary's program and the weather conditions. Free time for prayers and photos. Passengers insurance. Exclusive van and driver/guide, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel or address in Lisbon, private option only.

Excludes

Meals and personal expenses. In the shared option, optional hotel pick-up and/or drop-off service, booked and paid for separately.

Important Information

  • Approximate duration of 6 hours, with departure from Lisbon at 6:00 PM and return at around midnight. Please check the weather forecast and bring extra layers. Nights in Fátima can be chilly even in summer. The shared tour may be conducted in 2 or 3 languages, depending on the composition of the group. The Rosary is celebrated in several languages. The visit to the basilicas and the Chapel is subject to opening times and services. The procession follows the Sanctuary's schedule and may be changed or canceled due to weather conditions. Access is via the Sanctuary's regular entrances, with no separate access to avoid waiting in lines. Mineral water included; meals and personal expenses paid separately. To contact Zoom Travel, use the booking chat on GYG.

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