Join Fr Basil on a profound spiritual journey to Fatima, Portugal, in thanksgiving for Our Lady’s miraculous apparitions. This 10-day pilgrimage offers a unique opportunity to deepen your faith, experience the beauty of Portugal, and reflect on the significance of the Marian apparitions that transformed the world over a century ago. This pilgrimage promises to be a time of reflection, prayer, and community. Reserve your place today and join us for this unforgettable tour.
R39 995.00 pp/s based on 25 person
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1: JOHANNESBURG MON, 06 OCT 2025
Meet at O. R. Tambo International Airport and check in for your flight to Lisbon.
Overnight on board of your flight
Day 2: LISBON / BELEM / FATIMA TUE, 07 OCT 2025
Upon arrival in Lisbon, you’ll be greeted by your local guide and begin exploring the historical and religious highlights of Portugal’s capital. Your tour will take you to the Belém district, famous as the launch point for the great explorers of the Age of Discovery. You’ll visit iconic landmarks like the Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. After a panoramic tour of the city, including Rossio Square, the National Theatre, and St. Anthony’s Church, continue to Fatima. After checking into your accommodation, you may join the Rosary and Candlelight Procession, immersing yourself in the peaceful and prayerful atmosphere of Fatima.
Dinner and overnight in Fatima
Day 3: VALINHOS AND ALJUSTREL WED, 08 OCT 2025
After breakfast, spend the day exploring the sacred sites of Fatima. Your day begins with a guided visit of the Way of the Cross, a spiritual walk leading to Aljustrel, the home of the three shepherd children, Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta. Here, you’ll visit their humble homes and reflect on their profound role in the apparitions. In the afternoon, visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, including the Chapel of Apparitions and the Basilica of the Virgin Mary of the Rosary, where the tombs of the three visionaries lie. You’ll also visit the impressive Basilica of the Holy Trinity, followed by the Light and Peace Museum, which houses offerings from pilgrims around the world. In the evening, you will have the opportunity to participate in the Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Dinner and overnight in Fatima
Day 4: NAZARE / SANTAREM THU, 09 OCT 2025
After breakfast, journey beyond Fatima to the remarkable Santa Maria da Vitória Monastery in Batalha, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will then travel to the charming fishing village of Nazare, named after Nazareth, and visit the Chapel of Our Lady of Nazare, perched dramatically on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. After some leisure time for lunch (for own account), continue to Santarém, one of Portugal’s oldest cities, where you will visit the Church of the Holy Miracle, renowned for its Eucharistic miracle. Return to Fatima in the evening, where you can again join the Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Dinner and overnight in Fatima
Day 5: FATIMA FRI, 10 OCT 2025
After breakfast, you’ll have the entire day at your disposal to explore Fatima at your own pace. This is a wonderful opportunity for quiet devotion, prayer, or even some shopping. After dinner, you may choose to participate once again in the Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Dinner and overnight in Fatima
Day 6: PORTO / BOAVISTA / RIBEIRA QUARTERS / DOURO RIVER SAT, 11 OCT 2025
After breakfast, depart Fatima in the morning and head to Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city, known for its rich history and beautiful scenery along the Douro River. Enjoy a sightseeing tour that includes Boavista Cathedral, the Torre dos Clérigos, and the Ribeira Quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In the afternoon, embark on a relaxing mini-cruise on the Douro River, passing under the city’s famous six bridges. You will also visit a local wine cellar for a taste of Porto’s famous wine. Afterwards, return to Fatima for dinner and an optional evening Rosary procession.
Dinner and overnight in Fatima
Day 7: COIMBRA / TOMAR SUN, 12 OCT 2025
After breakfast, travel to Coimbra, home to one of the world’s oldest universities. You’ll explore the historic university campus and take in the incredible architecture that has stood the test of time. After lunch (for your own account), continue to Tomar, where you will visit the Convent of Christ, a former stronghold of the Knights Templar and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The grandeur and history of this place will leave you awe-inspired. In the evening, return to Fatima and enjoy our final dinner at your hotel, where you will have another opportunity to join the Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Dinner and overnight in Fatima
Day 8:FATIMA CELEBRATIONS MON, 13 OCT 2025
After breakfast, enjoy one of the most significant days of your pilgrimage. Participate in the special celebrations commemorating the 13th of October, the final apparition of Our Lady and the Miracle of the Sun. This is a day for prayer, celebration, and reflection on the profound messages of Fatima. The evening will conclude with dinner and one last Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Dinner and overnight in Fatima
Day 9: LISBON / JOHANNESBURG TUE, 14 OCT 2025
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Lisbon Airport. Board your flight back to Johannesburg, cherishing the memories and spiritual graces of this journey.
Overnight onboard your flight
Day 10: JOHANNESBURG WED, 15 OCT 2025
Arrive at O.R Tambo International Airport
