Holly Fatima

by José Diogo Galvão, Certified Tour Guide (TGT)

A journey of faith, history, and beauty through some of Portugal’s most emblematic places.

Program Summary

• Depart from Lisbon toward central Portugal, crossing peaceful rural landscapes.

• Visit Fátima, one of the world’s leading Catholic pilgrimage sites. See the humble homes of the shepherd children and the vast Sanctuary that welcomes thousands of pilgrims seeking reflection and peace.

• Continue to Alcobaça Monastery, a Gothic masterpiece and former Cistercian stronghold. Explore its architecture, innovative engineering, and the legendary tombs of Pedro and Inês, Portugal’s tragic love story.

• Drive through fertile countryside known for fruit production before reaching the coastal village of Nazaré. Admire its cliffs, traditional fishing culture, and record-breaking waves surfed by athletes from around the world.

• Enjoy lunch with fresh seafood or local cuisine.

• End the day in Óbidos, a fortified medieval village with cobbled streets, white houses, and flowered balconies. Sample the local Ginjinha liqueur served in chocolate cups.

Themes Covered

The Miracle of Fátima, medieval architecture, monastic life, love and legend, coastal traditions, and the link between Portugal’s spirituality and its deep historical roots.