Lisbon: Fátima & The Shepherd Children Home Self-Guided Tour

The "Lisbon: Fátima & The Shepherd Children Home Self-Guided Tour" offers visitors an enriching experience to explore the birthplace of the shepherd children and the renowned Sanctuary of Fátima. Priced from €46, the tour includes a bus journey, time in Aljustrel, and a visit to the Sanctuary’s highlights, such as the Chapel of the Apparitions. With an interactive digital guide and audio support, the self-guided experience allows participants to delve deeper into the historical and spiritual significance of this remarkable destination.

Key Points

• This self-guided tour takes visitors to Aljustrel, the birthplace of the shepherd children, and the Sanctuary of Fátima, the site of Marian apparitions.
• The tour includes transportation to and from the meeting point, with a 75-minute bus/coach journey to Aljustrel and 2 hours at the Sanctuary of Fátima.
• Key sites visited include the houses of the shepherd children and the Chapel of the Apparitions, with the opportunity to attend Mass.
• The tour offers an interactive digital guide and audio guide in multiple languages, providing self-navigation for visitors.
• The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users, and certain items are prohibited, such as pets, short skirts, and sleeveless shirts.

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Tour Overview

The self-guided tour of Fatima, titled "Lisbon: Fatima & The Shepherd Children Home Self-Guided Tour," is priced from €46.00 per person and lasts approximately 5 hours.

Explore the birthplaces of the shepherd children and the Sanctuary of Fatima on this 5-hour self-guided tour from Lisbon for €46 per person.

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The tour starts at Marques de Pombal Square and includes transportation by bus/coach to Aljustrel and Fatima.

Key sites visited are the birthplaces of the three shepherd children and the Sanctuary of Fatima. An interactive digital guide and audio guide in multiple languages are provided.

Comfortable shoes, sun hat, and camera are recommended, while pets, short skirts, and sleeveless shirts aren’t allowed.

Itinerary Highlights

Starting at the Cityrama Gray Line, the tour begins with a 75-minute bus/coach journey to Aljustrel, the birthplace of the Three Little Shepherds.

After 45 minutes of free time in Aljustrel, the tour moves on to the Sanctuary of Fátima, where visitors can spend 2 hours sightseeing.

Key sites include the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Monument of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the Church of the Most Holy Trinity.

Time is also allocated for Mass attendance at the Apparition Chapel.

The tour then returns to the Cityrama Gray Line.

Key Sites & Experiences

Visitors begin their journey at Aljustrel, the birthplace of the Three Little Shepherds – Francisco, Jacinta Marto, and Lúcia de Jesus. They visit the houses where the seers lived and gain insights into their humble upbringing.

The tour then proceeds to the Sanctuary of Fátima, the site of Marian apparitions in 1917. Highlights include the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Monument of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the Church of the Most Holy Trinity.

Travelers also witness the iconic Tall Cross erected in 2007. Time is allotted to attend Mass at the Apparition Chapel.

Tour Features

This self-guided tour provides visitors with an interactive digital guide and map, allowing them to navigate the sites at their own pace.

The audio guide is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, and Portuguese.

Transportation to and from the meeting point is included, with hotel pick-up and drop-off services.

For a comfortable experience, it’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring a sun hat and camera.

However, pets, short skirts, and sleeveless shirts aren’t allowed.

The tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users.

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Important Information

Comfortable shoes, sun hat, and camera are recommended items to bring for this self-guided tour.

Pets, short skirts, and sleeveless shirts aren’t allowed. The tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users.

The tour doesn’t operate on December 25th and January 1st.

The provider reserves the right to cancel or change services without prior notice.

• Recommended Items: Comfortable shoes, sun hat, camera

• Prohibited Items: Pets, short skirts, sleeveless shirts

• Accessibility: Not suitable for wheelchair users

• Operational Days: Tour doesn’t operate on December 25th and January 1st

• Changes: Provider reserves the right to cancel or change services

Customer Feedback

The self-guided tour of Fátima has garnered an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 74 reviews.

Reviewers praised the tour as informative, with ample time to explore. The staff received positive feedback for their helpfulness, and the guide’s fluency in multiple languages was commended.

One reviewer from the United States described the tour as "informative with ample time to explore," while a reviewer from Ireland noted the "good time allocation."

A reviewer from Mozambique highlighted the "excellent guide fluent in multiple languages."

Getting to Aljustrel

After departing from the Cityrama Gray Line starting location, the tour takes visitors on a 75-minute bus/coach journey to Aljustrel, the birthplace of the three little shepherds – Francisco, Jacinta, and Lúcia.

The tour takes visitors on a 75-minute journey from the Cityrama Gray Line to Aljustrel, the birthplace of the three little shepherds.

In Aljustrel, travelers will have:

• 45 minutes of free time to explore the area

• An opportunity to visit the houses where the shepherd children lived

• A chance to enjoy the history and legacy of the Fátima apparitions

• A glimpse into the humble beginnings of these remarkable individuals who’d a profound impact on Catholic faith and devotion.

Exploring the Sanctuary of Fátima

Leaving the historic town of Aljustrel behind, the tour now leads visitors to the spiritual heart of the pilgrimage – the Sanctuary of Fátima.

At the center of the sanctuary stands the Chapel of the Apparitions, the site of the Marian apparitions in 1917. Nearby, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary houses the tombs of the three shepherd children.

The tour also visits the Church of the Most Holy Trinity and the Tall Cross, erected in 2007.

With ample time allocated, pilgrims can attend Mass at the Apparition Chapel and explore the serene grounds of this renowned Catholic shrine.

The Sum Up

The Lisbon: Fátima & The Shepherd Children Home Self-Guided Tour offers an enriching experience, allowing visitors to explore the birthplace of the shepherd children and the renowned Sanctuary of Fátima. With an interactive digital guide, various language options, and a well-structured itinerary, the tour provides an immersive and informative experience for those interested in the history and significance of this sacred site.

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