Private Fatima Tour from Algarve
Excursions & day trips

Private Fatima Tour from Algarve

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Language: English , French , Portuguese
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Duration: more than 8 hours
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  • Private tour
  • Exclusively for you and your party
  • Visit the Marian Sanctuary of Fatima
  • See the Basilica of the Holy Trinity
  • Discover the Chapel of the Apparitions
  • See the homes of the three shepherds in Aljustrel
What to expect

This private day tour takes you on a pilgrimage all of your own. You'll journey from Albufeira early in the morning to cross the Portuguese countryside towards ‘the Shrine of the World', which attracts up to six million pilgrims every year – the one and only Sanctuary of Fatima.

Just before arriving at the Sanctuary of Fatima, you'll have some free time to explore the humble homes in the hamlet of Aljustrel of the three little shepherds who saw the Virgin Mary.

Next, you'll arrive at Fatima itself, just a few minutes' drive away. Here, you'll have free time to do some shopping and have lunch or visit Fatima's main shrines at your leisure. There's the vast neo-baroque Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, the Chapel of the Apparitions and the Basilica of the Holy Trinity, known for its innovative modern architecture.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Just so you're aware, it's a long journey of 340km each way to Fatima from the Algarve
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring warm clothes
  • Bring a hat
  • Dress appropriately – no shoulders or knees showing – when visiting religious buildings
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TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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