Fatima & Coimbra Tour Full Day Tour from Porto

After a convenient pick up at your hotel, your full-day tour begins driving to Fatima, Portugal’s religious centre. You will visit the House-Museum of Aljustrel, where the three little shepherds were born, canonized this year by Pope Francis in Fátima. Discover the Fatima’s Sanctuary, constructed at the location of the Virgin Mary apparitions and take the opportunity to learn all about this historical phenomenon. In the enclosure of the tremendous sanctuary, you will find The Rosary Basilica and The Apparitions Chapel, important buildings that represent parts of the history of little shepherds. You will also find the new work of the renowned Portuguese plastic artist, Joana Vasconcelos, a stunning Rosary, denominated as “Suspension”. Take some time to experience the spiritual environment of the Sanctuary, light a candle and appreciate the stunning Neoclassical buildings style. Enjoy an excellent lunch included in this tour and proceed your visit to Coimbra, the notorious university city. Our first stop is the beautiful Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova, a true Franciscan cloister monastery. Look around and find the emblematic clothing of the university students, which perfectly represent the tradition of this noble city. It is time to visit the prestigious University of Coimbra considered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is easy to see why its monumental buildings and history attracts public from all over the world. Discover the long staircase of the Quebra-Costas, commerce, narrow streets and typical neighbourhoods of the historical centre. The tour ends with the drop off at your hotel back in Porto.