Overview
You'll explore the central-west of Portugal on a 9-hour group tour from Lisbon, limited to 8 people and only in English. The first stop is in Fatima, one of Catholicism's major shrines visited by over 6 million people every year. Afterward, you'll visit Nazare, one of the most picturesque coastal cities and worldwide known for its waves, the biggest ever surfed in the world.
Here you'll have time to have lunch and enjoy some traditional Portuguese food. Finally, you'll be amazed by the historic village of Obidos, built inside the walls of a castle. Its narrow cobblestone streets and flower-bedecked houses feel like a fairytale castle and you can also taste the famous cherry liquor in a chocolate cup, ginja.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Maximum 8 people
Local guide and driver
In-vehicle air conditioning
Central meeting (pick up and drop off) point
The tour will be only in English
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Nazaré lighthouse (2€ per person)
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
8h30am at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store. 1 minute walking from Restauradores metro station (blue line) or Gloria’s Funicular (bottom).
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima
1 hour 25 min
You will stop and explore the Sanctuary of Fatima for about 1 hour. Fatima is today one of Catholicism’s major shrines and is visited by 6 million people every year. It is said that the Virgin Mary appeared to three children – Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta – every single month from May 13th, 1917 until October 13th, 1917.
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Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Nazare
1 hour 25 min
This church was founded in the 14th century on the occasion of the arrival of King Ferdinand on a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Nazaré. It celebrates an ancient miracle that occurred under the intercession of the Virgin Mary.
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O Sitio
1 hour 20 min
Nazare is a fishing town full of nice places to stop and enjoy the ocean view (the town center is full of seafood restaurants). This is a cliff-top area 110 meters (360 feet) above the ocean, popular for its amazing views. There is a small chapel here that was built after 1182 by a local nobleman Dom Fuas Roupinho, to thank, Virgin Mary for saving his life here. Not far away from here, there is a baroque church built in the 17th century (Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Nazaré). You should relax here for a while and try a typical local restaurant for lunch.
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Miradouro do Suberco
5 min
Here you'll enjoy a clifftop promontory with superb views.
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Praia da Nazare
5 min
To fully enjoy the Praia da Nazare and the southern part of the Nazare village, you'll stop at the top of the Nazare cliff. This picture-perfect seaside scene is definitely something you should see.
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Ermida da Memoria
10 min
You'll explore the small Hermida da Memória chapel on the edge of the Nazare cliff. It was later visited by many famous pilgrims, including Vasco da Gama.
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Praia do Norte
10 min
Praia do Norte get some of the biggest waves in the world. It was in 2011 that this beach hit the headlines when Garrett McNamara surfed a record-breaking 24-meter wave here.
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Forte de Sao Miguel
10 min
The Forte de Sao Miguel is a 16th-century fort. It was converted into a lighthouse a long time ago. Has spectacular views over the ocean. Inside there is the Nazaré Canyon Interpretive Center.
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Obidos Village
1 hour 15 min
Óbidos is a medieval town that was taken from the Moorish army in 1148. Is since that time a walled city, with cobblestone streets and flower-bedecked, whitewashed houses. It was founded at the top of a hill where was possible to overlook the ocean, but the bay gradually silted up. Is since the 15th century a landlocked town. But Obidos it’s not only about medieval architecture, but it’s also about animated festivals, bookstores, small museums, chocolate and ginjinha (cherry-liqueur; 1 per person is included in the price). In recent years Óbidos has been reinventing itself as a literary center.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Lisbon).
Additional Information
- Bring at least a light jacket since sometimes the weather is highly variable
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Full-day Fátima, Nazaré, and Óbidos Small-Group Tour from Lisbon
Can I cancel Full-day Fátima, Nazaré, and Óbidos Small-Group Tour from Lisbon for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 hours.
Where does it start?
8h30am at Avenida da Liberdade 9, in front of the Armani Exchange store. 1 minute walking from Restauradores metro station (blue line) or Gloria’s Funicular (bottom).
What's included?
- Maximum 8 people
- Local guide and driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Central meeting (pick up and drop off) point
- The tour will be only in English
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Nazaré lighthouse (2€ per person)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima, Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Nazare, O Sitio, Miradouro do Suberco, Praia da Nazare, Ermida da Memoria, Praia do Norte, Forte de Sao Miguel.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
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