Fátima, Nazar e, and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

9 Hours

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Overview

Experience the rich heritage and stunning countryside of Portugal on this small-group guided day trip to Fátima, Óbidos and Nazar e from Lisbon. On this tour, discover one of the Christian religion's most significant pilgrimage sites, Fátima. Here, learn about the children who, in 1917, saw an apparition of the Virgin Mary (Our Lady of Fátima). You will also visit the small medieval town of Óbidos, glimpse into a fisherman's life in the seaside village of Nazar e and marvel at the ornate architecture of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Batalha Monastery. During your journey, savor landscapes that boast beautiful Atlantic coast views, verdant hills and impressive bluffs. Numbers are limited to 8 on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive more personalized attention from your guide.

Small-group tour limited to 8 people for a more personalized experience
Day trip to Fátima, Nazar e and Óbidos from Lisbon
Visit the Sanctuary of Fatima, which celebrates the 1917 apparition of the Virgin Mary
See the Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Admire beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean from the Nazar e cliffs
Explore the fishing town of Nazar e and the romantic medieval village of Óbidos

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Meet your guide in central Lisbon and hop into an air-conditioned minivan for your small-group guided day trip to Fátima, Nazar e and Óbidos. Begin with a journey north to the once quaint village of Fátima now a prominent Christian sanctuary. Arrive and learn about the three shepherd children who claimed to see Our Lady of Fátima dressed in white in 1917. Stroll with your guide to the famous Sanctuary of Fatima, a basilica which draws millions of religious people annually who homage to the shrine.From here, travel to the 14th-century Batalha Monastery renowned for its compelling examples of of ornate gothic architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the monastery, follow your guide into the royal tomb and see the Founder's Chapel. Hear about the noble family that rests here including Queen Philippa of Lancaster, King Joao I and their heir Prince Henry the Navigator.Continue to the quiet fishing village of Nazar e, a favorite summer vacation spot for the Portuguese. Here, take a break for lunch at a local cafe or restaurant (own expense). Learn about the locals who fish here before heading onward to the Nazar e cliffs. Reach the gorgeous small towns of Sao Martinho do Porto and Foz do Arelho and whip out your camera for quaint farm-country shots. Next, cruise along the impressive cliff-laden coast as you journey to Óbidos, a medieval village established in 208 BC. Enter past its fortified walls and discover slender streets, gothic facades, and vibrant houses. Alongside your guide, learn about King Dinis who gifted Óbidos to his new wife Queen Isabel in 1282 which led locals to refer to Óbidos as 'wedding present town.' As you walk notice the window sills decorated with flower pots and colorful tiles. Then, stop at a local wine shop for a taste of Ginja liqueur, a cherry flavored spirit and perhaps savor a snack. Finally, enjoy perusing through an artisan's shop with a wide variety of handmade ceramics before returning to Lisbon where your tour concludes.

Fátima, Nazar e, and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon

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