This tour is special because it allows you to discover two emblematic cities of Portugal, each with unique identity: Coimbra, an academic city, and Fatima, a Marian pilgrimage center. In Coimbra, the University, the Penedo da Saudade and the Monastery of Santa Cruz reveal the city’s academic, cultural and religious tradition, testifying to centuries of history and knowledge. In Fatima, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and the houses of the shepherds show the importance of the apparitions of 1917 and allow you to experience the devotion that attracts pilgrims from all over the world. The combination of history, culture and spirituality offers an educational and memorable experience, all...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Pick up / Drop off at the Hotel | Apartment | Meeting point
Mineral water | Wipes | Tourist maps
Driver
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Entrance fees to monuments and museums
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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We offer children seats, compulsory from 0 to 11 years. Request and indicate the age of the child at the time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This tour is special because it allows you to discover two emblematic cities of Portugal, each with unique identity: Coimbra, an academic city, and Fatima, a Marian pilgrimage center. In Coimbra, the University, the Penedo da Saudade and the Monastery of Santa Cruz reveal the city’s academic, cultural and religious tradition, testifying to centuries of history and knowledge. In Fatima, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and the houses of the shepherds show the importance of the apparitions of 1917 and allow you to experience the devotion that attracts pilgrims from all over the world. The combination of history, culture and spirituality offers an educational and memorable experience, all...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 5 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Pick up / Drop off at the Hotel | Apartment | Meeting point
"The University of Coimbra, located in Paço das Escolas and founded in the 13th century, is one of the oldest universities in Europe and an indispensable symbol of Portuguese academic life. The architectural ensemble reflects centuries of history linked to teaching, culture and science, and is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
2 hours
2
Penedo da Saudade
The Penedo da Saudade, created in the 19th century, is a symbolic space associated with the student tradition of Coimbra. It is a mirage and literary garden where you can find inscriptions and poetic references linked to academic memory and the feeling of farewell.
20 minutes
3
Santa Cruz Church
The Church of Santa Cruz is one of Coimbra's most important religious monuments. Founded in the 12th century, it houses the tombs of the first kings of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques and D. Sancho I, taking a central role in the national history.
30 minutes
4
Parish Church of Fatima
The Parish Church of Fatima, also known as the Matriz Church, built in the 19th century, is a place of great historical importance, as it was here that the little shepherds received baptism. The temple has a strong connection to the local community and the origin of devotion.
20 minutes
5
Casa De Francisco & Jacinta Marto
The Casa de Francisco and Jacinta Marto, built in the late 19th century, is the old residence of the two brothers. This simple and preserved place allows you to understand the family and rural context in which you grew up, offering a more human and close perspective on the history of the apparitions.
30 minutes
6
Lucia's House
The House of Lucia was the residence of Lucia dos Santos, the oldest of the three little shepherds. Like the other houses, it reflects the rural lifestyle of the early 20th century and contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the history of Fatima.
20 minutes
7
Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima
Located in the Cova da Iria, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima, better known as Sanctuary of Fatima is a place of Christian pilgrimage and Catholic devotion. Founded and preserved in memory of events, namely the apparitions of Our Lady to the three little shepherds, Lúcia, Francisco and Jacinta, in 1917, is known worldwide, and one of the most important sanctuaries in the world of the Catholic Church. This magical place receives about six million visitors each year.
