Fátima & Coimbra: Full Day Private Tour from Porto

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Duration:10 hours (approx.)
Location: Porto, Northern Portugal

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Find out the Faith-based history behind Fátima, one of the main religious cities in the world, you’ll not only visit the beautiful Sanctuary but visiting also the village where the 3 little shepherds were born. Discover more about Fatima and the faith the moves many pilgrims every year.

Trough the Afternoon visit Coimbra, student city with one of the oldest universities in Europe, explore the narrow city, important references will be given as you walk along the streets from the city centre.

Enjoy an 8 hours tour accompanied by your expert driver/guide on a private basis.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

1. Porto
Your expert guide will collect you at your accommodation and will drive you from Porto to the Fátima, on of the most famous and important sites in Portugal due to the events known as the Apparitions of Fátima, that took place there in 1917.
2. Fatima
It's time to discover Fátima. With its origins deep in history, it was during the Arabian occupation that this settlement developed and was named. According to legend, during the Christian Reconquest, the Templar knight Gonçalo Hermingues, also known as Bringer-of-Moors, fell in love with Fátima, a Moor captured in the course of an ambush. Reciprocating the love, the young woman converted to Christianity and adopted the name Oureana. In the sixteenth century, the settlement became a parish in the collegiate church of Ourém within the Diocese of Leiria. Its subsequent development dates from the events known as the Apparitions of Fátima, in the early part of the twentieth century. It has become one of the key centers for the Cult of the Virgin Mary in Portugal and has been recognised world-wide by the Catholic Church.
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One of the largest Marian centres in the world. This Marian centre of pilgrimage evokes the apparitions of Our Lady to the three little shepherds Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta, which took place in 1917 and were recognized in 1930. The spot was a rural property called Cova da Iria, and it belonged to the parents of Lucia, who donated it to the Shrine. It was here that five of the six apparitions took place
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The Chapel, in the heart of the current Fátima Sanctuary, was built by local people in 1919 in response to the request made by Our Lady during one of the apparitions. The first mass to be held there was in 1921. Although subject to certain changes, due to preservation and maintenance requirements over recent years, the modestly sized chapel retains its rough design similar to a simple hermitage. The image of Our Lady marks the spot of the holm-oak tree, the site of the apparitions. The actual tree itself disappeared piecemeal as more fervent believers made off with it twig by twig. It was here that the shepherds came to say the rosary accompanied by other believers.
5. Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima
The Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima was built according to a project by Dutchman Gerardus van Krieken and continued by architect João Antunes. The first stone was blessed on May 13, 1928 and the church dedicated on October 7, 1953. The following year, it was granted the title of Basilica by Pope Pius XII. The architectural and decorative style is very simple. Inside, there are 14 lateral altars dedicated to the mysteries of the Rosary. The stained glass windows and the paintings that adorn the church are by João de Sousa Araújo; they date from 1967 and represent scenes alluding to the life of Our Lady, the Apparitions and the Message of Fatima. Those in the main chapel, representing the Evangelists, the Apparition of the Angel and scenes of Pilgrimage, were created by the Madrid company Maumejean and Sons. On the right side of the transept, the Gospel, is the tomb of Francisco, who died in 1919. On the left side, the Epistle, is the tomb of Jacinta, who died in 1920; next to her is the tomb of Sister Lucy, who died in 2005. Francisco and Jacinta Marto were canonised in the Shrine of Fatima, on May 13, 2017, on the International Anniversary Pilgrimage of the centennial of the Apparitions, presided over by Pope Francis.
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The three shepherd children to whom Our Lady appeared - Lúcia and her cousins, Francisco and Jacinta - were born in the small village of Aljustrel, around 2 kms from the sanctuary of Fátima. The single-storey cottages formerly inhabited by the little shepherds are very similar in terms of architecture and simplicity and are open to the general public. The house inhabited by the brother and sister, Jacinta and Francisco was built in 1888 and is located around 200 m from the house of their cousin, Lúcia, built in 1885. The House-Museum of Aljustrel is located next to the latter, displaying agricultural implements, cooking utensils, clothes and furniture, in order to demonstrate the everyday lives of local mountain dwellers in the early 20th century.
7. Fatima
It's time for lunch! enjoy a complete portuguese lunch with drinks included!
8. Coimbra
Before the end of the tour, on the return to Porto, it is time for another visit:Coimbra! On the banks of the river Mondego, Coimbra is famous for its University, the oldest in Portugal and one of the oldest in Europe, which over time has shaped its image to become "the city of students". The guide will provide you some explanations about this city and its monuments. The university and the famous courtyard, tower and library (entrance not included). A panoramic visit of other points of the city will be given before the return as Coimbra holds several monuments that display the splendour of Romanesque art. According to a fado sung by the students, “Coimbra has more charm in the hour of parting”, but maybe it will not be necessary to wait for that to find out...

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• We support our communities. By taking a tour with us you are contributing to our cause: we offer a meal for the homeless and people in need.
• We pick up from any hotel in Porto or Gaia city center. In alternative, we can collect you from the Tourist Service/Living Tours located at Rua Mouzinho da Silveira, 350, Porto - next to Porto - São Bento train station.Reservation is mandatory and requires na emai request/confirmation. Bookings must be confirmed at least 48 hours befor the date of the servisse. Cancellations within 48 hours or less will be fully charged.
• Please kindly be aware that the overall duration of the activity could be influenced by traffic conditions. We highly advise against scheduling any additional activities or making other plans within the hour following the anticipated completion time.
• Vegetarian and Gluten-free meal options are available if requested before the day of the booking. Make sure you inform us before the tour starts.
• Discover Porto in a unique way with a Free Walking Tour with Living Tours, available to all customers who book this activity. Free Walking Tour departs daily in English and Spanish at 9:30 a.m. from Cordoaria (Campo dos Mártires da Pátria 31, Porto) and 4:30 p.m. from Batalha (Rua Alexandre Herculano 412, Porto).

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Posted By : white5600
My husband and I took this tour and thoroughly enjoyed it. Isabel was very knowledgeable and spoke great English. She played really good music to relax to on the way home. Our driver Antonio was excellent also and we were very comfortable in his bus. He was a safe driver and did not go too fast,
Thank you both❤️
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Posted On : 2023-10-29 14:41:18

Posted By : E1687NEfranks
Everything was well organised with stop in Coimbra and Fatima in a small van inclusive lunch in Fatima.
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Posted On : 2023-10-14 13:43:20

Posted By : Carol_E
Mass at Fatima was truly a wonderful experience. Viewing the Basilica and the the personal tour of the newer church and chapel were great. We had a vey nice lunch and our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
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Posted On : 2023-10-09 15:58:41

Posted By : V7288LHelizabethm
A brilliant day..martinwas an amazing guide,knowledgeable, patient punctual with a sense of humour.
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Posted On : 2023-10-05 04:05:23

Posted By : LightPacker174459
The tour was amazing! Tour Guide Paul was very knowledgable and efficient. We enjoyed the history! He was also very friendly and attentive to our needs. Driver Estèves was very professional and careful. All of us had so much fun
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Posted On : 2023-09-19 11:57:33

Posted By : kellyvN6080IP
The trip was pleasant, fun, and interesting; So much to see and well worth the cost. I would recommend to anyone to go on this day trip.
I saw Fatima, was able to pray, light candles, experience the holiness that is on those grounds.
Coimbra's architecture is beautiful. It was a positive environment.
The best part of all was our tour guide, Daniel. He was the biggest reason that the tour was so incredible. He asked and answered questions to get to know us, made us all feel comfortable, was knowledgeable about both Fatima and Coimbra, and overall so patient with us and all of our questions. His personality was outstandingly joyful. We also had a delicious lunch in Fatima.
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Posted On : 2023-09-03 05:00:39

Posted By : Edward_S
Visiting the Shrine and attending Mass was a most memorable experience. Our Driver/Guide did an excellent job!
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Posted On : 2023-06-19 12:50:49

Posted By : GiuliaC334
It was a lovely experience, cultural and emotional at the same time. Martin, our driver and guide, was super available and kind. He made sure we made the most out of the trip by giving us enough time to explore places around the city of Coimbra and at Fatima Sanctuary, and by sharing with us lots of information along the route from one place to the other. The group was small enough to get to know each other as well and enjoy the day even more. Thank you!
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Posted On : 2023-05-30 15:06:30

Posted By : Silviapc944
We went with Antonio Bras and it was amazing, super funny and resourceful guide. Highly recommend!
The food was nice qns buffet style.
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Posted On : 2022-08-26 11:06:17

Posted By : Sherpa41923
Our tour guide, Pedro Xavier, was absolutely wonderful!!! He possessed a plethora of knowledge about Fatima as well as the history of Portugal. Pedro’s attention to detail was terrific. When our tour to Coimbra was interrupted by the University’s end of semester celebration, Pedro quickly resorted to his Plan B - an excursion to Aviero - which was a great city to visit and thoroughly enjoyed by us.
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Posted On : 2022-05-25 17:41:13