Fatima Tour, enjoy a perfect tour dedicated exclusively to Fatima, the Altar of the World. On a 5-hour itinerary, explore not only the sanctuary but also the birthplaces of the three Shepherd Children. Immerse yourself fully in the spirituality and unique history of this sacred place.
This private tour will start and end in Lisbon. For any questions, feel free to contact us
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Located 120 kilometers from Lisbon, the Sanctuary of Fatima, also known as the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary, stands out as one of the largest in the Catholic world.
Housing the basilicas of Our Lady of the Rosary and the Holy Trinity, along with the moving “Chapel of the Apparitions,”. The site is revered as a place of peace and miracles, including the famous “Miracle of the Sun.”
Fatima, located in the heart of Portugal, is one of the world’s largest Catholic pilgrimage centers. The story of the miracle began in 1917, when three shepherd children, Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta, reported a series of apparitions of Our Lady, who delivered messages of prayer, penance, and peace.
The most significant event occurred on October 13, 1917, known as the “Miracle of the Sun,” when tens of thousands of people gathered in Cova da Iria witnessed a celestial phenomenon where the sun seemed to spin and change colors.
The shepherds’ houses are located near Fatima and hold great historical and religious significance, as they were the places where the three little shepherds — Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta — lived before witnessing the apparitions of Our Lady in 1917.
The House of Lucia, in particular, is where the seer wrote her memoirs and accounts of the apparitions.
The House of Jacinta and Francisco, which has been restored, is where the two siblings spent their early years. Today, these houses are pilgrimage sites, attracting visitors from all over the world who seek to relive the history and spirit of the events that shaped the city of Fatima.
This miracle solidified the faith of believers and made Fatima a major pilgrimage site, attracting millions of visitors from around the world who come seeking blessings and spiritual connection.
Itinerary
The Fátima Tour begins in Lisbon, heading towards Cova da Iria, with a journey of approximately one hour. Upon arrival, we take time to purchase meaningful souvenirs for friends and family. These special items will be brought to the Sanctuary, where they will have the opportunity to be blessed at the end of the emotional mass. A pilgrimage not just of distance, but of deep spiritual meaning.
At the location where, on May 13, 1917, the three shepherd children—Jacinta Marto, Francisco Marto, and Lúcia de Jesus—witnessed the apparitions of Our Lady of Fátima, a spiritual saga began that lasted from May to October. In response to the heavenly request to pray the rosary daily, a small chapel, now known as the Chapel of the Apparitions, was built almost immediately.
Without a doubt, the Sanctuary of Fátima is one of the most important places to honor Our Lady. As you visit the two basilicas—Our Lady of the Rosary and the Holy Trinity—and the oldest one, the Chapel of the Apparitions, the significance of the place stands out. The Chapel of the Apparitions, the first structure built after the apparitions, is an essential stop due to its profound meaning, not its grandeur.
In the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, built in 1928 in a neobaroque style, you will find the tombs of the shepherd children Francisco and Jacinta, as well as the tomb of Sister Lúcia, who passed away in 2005. At the other end of the sanctuary, the imposing Basilica of the Holy Trinity, designed by Greek architect Alexandros Tombazis and completed in 2007, impresses with its more than 8,000 seats and 40,000 square meters of area.
During the Fátima Tour, take time to attend a mass at either of the two basilicas in Fátima: Our Lady of the Rosary and the Holy Trinity, both located within the Sanctuary. You can also choose to attend mass at the “Little Chapel,” the first chapel built in this sacred place. This is a unique opportunity for a deep and meaningful spiritual experience.
Explore the humble homes where the children were born, located in Valinhos, about three kilometers from Fátima. These residences are remarkably well-preserved, offering a free and touching visit to the origins of the three shepherd children.
