8-People Group Fatima Day

From Lisbon: Fatima, Nazare, and Obidos 8-People Group Tour runs through Lisbon Riders - travel like a local. Rated 4.9 across 706 reviews. Runs 9 hours. From €80.

Overview

A nine-hour loop out of Lisbon in an eight-seat air-conditioned van, covering three very different stops in central Portugal: the pilgrimage shrine at Fatima, the Atlantic fishing and surf town of Nazare, and the walled medieval town of Obidos. Pickup and drop-off happen at a single central meeting point on Avenida da Liberdade, and the whole day runs in English with a guide who leads walking visits in each town.

Fatima comes first, with time at the sanctuary complex, free time and shopping. Then Nazare, where lunch at a local restaurant is at your own expense, followed by quick photo and viewpoint stops that take in the lighthouse, North Beach and the Chapel of the Miracle's Memory. Obidos is last, with 1.5 hours for the old streets inside the walls and a complimentary Ginja de Obidos, a cherry liqueur served in a chocolate cup.

It suits travellers who want the pilgrimage sites, the coast and a medieval town in one day without renting a car, and reviewers repeatedly say the guides carry the day with history and practical tips.

What's Included

Included

Guided visits in Fatima, Nazare, and Obidos
Transportation in an 8-seat, air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup and drop-off at a central meeting point in Lisbon
1 cup of Ginja de Obidos (cherry liqueur in a chocolate cup)

Not Included

Meals
Entry fee to the Nazare Lighthouse (3€ per person)

Itinerary

Meet on Avenida da LiberdadeMeet at Avenida da Liberdade number 9, in front of the American Vintage store, a 1-minute walk from Restauradores metro station.
Van to Fatima (85 minutes)Drive out of Lisbon through varied scenery in an eight-seat, air-conditioned van.
Sanctuary of Fatima (1.5 hours)Guided tour, free time, shopping and sightseeing at one of the major Catholic shrines, including the children's tombs, the Virgin's crown in the Chapel of the Apparitions and a segment of the Berlin Wall.
Van to Nazare (30 minutes)Short transfer to the fishing port.
Nazare stops (about 2 hours)Around 1.5 hours in town for lunch at your own expense, free time and views, then 15 minutes at the lighthouse, 15 minutes at North Beach and 15 minutes at the Chapel of the Miracle's Memory. The lighthouse visit carries a 3 euro per person entry fee.
Van to Obidos (30 minutes)Transfer inland to the walled town, taken from the Muslims in 1148 and later part of the dowry of Portuguese queens.
Obidos (1.5 hours)Guided tour and free time among the cobblestone streets and flower-adorned houses, ending with the included Ginja de Obidos in a chocolate cup.
Van back to Lisbon (80 minutes)Return to the same meeting point on Avenida da Liberdade.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will shape the day, based on the listing and on what travellers report back.

Comfort and layers. The listing asks for comfortable shoes and clothes, plus at least a light jacket because the weather can be highly variable. You will be walking in three towns over a long day.
Pace and walking. About 1.5 hours at each main town, with shorter stops in Nazare, keeps the day moving. Several reviewers said they would have liked a bit more time at each stop.
Group feel. The van holds a maximum of 8 passengers.
Food and drink. Lunch in Nazare is at a local restaurant away from the tourist crowds, at your own expense. The cherry liqueur in a chocolate cup at the end is included.
Guides rotate. Review after review praises the guides as knowledgeable, funny and accommodating, including with elderly relatives.
Bring for extras. Budget separately for lunch and for the Nazare Lighthouse, which costs 3 euros per person. Both are optional spends outside the tour price.

Common issues. The main criticism in reviews is time: several travellers felt each stop deserved longer, which is the trade-off of packing three towns into nine hours. Meals are not included, and the Nazare Lighthouse entry costs 3 euros per person on top of the tour price. One reviewer suggested taking the shuttle to the lighthouse in Nazare, especially for older clients. Because the day depends on a small van and a group, delays caused by fellow guests can stretch the schedule, as one review described.

Good To Know First

What is included in the price?

Guided visits in Fatima, Nazare and Obidos, transport in an eight-seat air-conditioned vehicle, pickup and drop-off at the central meeting point, and one Ginja de Obidos in a chocolate cup. Meals and the lighthouse entry fee are not included.

Where does the tour meet?

At Avenida da Liberdade number 9, in front of the American Vintage store, a 1-minute walk from the Restauradores metro station on the blue line. The tour starts and ends at this same point.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch in Nazare is at your own expense, at a local restaurant away from the tourist crowds. The listing describes it as authentic Portuguese cuisine.

Are there any extra fees on the day?

Yes. Entry to the Nazare Lighthouse costs 3 euros per person, and that stop is listed with an extra fee. Lunch is also paid separately.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Is the tour suitable for older travellers or people with limited mobility?

One review describes a guide being kind and accommodating with an elderly mother, and another suggests taking the shuttle to the Nazare lighthouse for older clients. The day involves walking in three towns, and the lighthouse stop carries an extra fee. The listing does not state wheelchair accessibility.