Fátima, Portugal
Private Fátima Tours from Lisbon
Fátima is a town in central Portugal, about 130 km north of Lisbon, where three shepherd children reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary in 1917. The Sanctuary now receives millions of pilgrims a year, and entry is free. Duca runs private tours there from Lisbon, from a single full day to a three day pilgrimage.
- From Lisbon
- About 130 km, around 1 hour 30 by road
- Sanctuary entry
- Free, no tickets to book
- Tour length
- Day trips, or 3 days for the pilgrimage
- Format
- A private vehicle and your own English-speaking driver-guide
Choose your Fátima tour
Fátima Full-Day Private Tour
A private full day from Lisbon to the Sanctuary of Fátima with a dedicated driver-guide, at your own pace. Free entry throughout, no tickets needed.
See this tour →Fátima, Nazaré & Medieval Óbidos
A private day trip combining the Sanctuary with Nazaré's cliffside views and the walled medieval town of Óbidos. Free or low-cost entry throughout.
See this tour →Portuguese Heritage: Óbidos, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Batalha & Fátima
A fuller day for those who want the whole central Portugal heritage route in one private trip, Fátima included.
See this tour →Three Shrines Pilgrimage: Fátima, Santiago & Nazaré
A 3-day private pilgrimage for those who want to go further, linking Fátima to Santiago de Compostela and Nazaré with your own driver-guide throughout.
See this tour →Alentejo & Vicentine Coast to Porto
Private transfer from the Alentejo or Vicentine Coast to Porto with an experienced driver. Optional stops at Obidos, Nazare, Fatima or Coimbra.
See this tour →Óbidos, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Batalha & Fátima Tour
A private day tour from the Vicentine Coast to Óbidos, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Batalha and Fátima, five towns in one day, with a dedicated driver-guide. Book with Duca.
See this tour →Lisbon to Porto Private Transfer: Custom Scenic Heritage Stops
A private transfer from Lisbon to Porto, about 300 km. Add a stop in Fátima and Coimbra, or in Óbidos and Nazaré, if you'd like to break up the drive.
See this tour →Porto to Lisbon Private Transfer: Scenic Heritage Stops
A private transfer from Porto to Lisbon, about 300 km. Add a stop in Nazaré and Óbidos, or in Coimbra and Fátima, if you'd like to break up the drive.
See this tour →Fátima & Mira de Aire Caves Tour from Lisbon
A private day trip from Lisbon to the Mira de Aire caves, Portugal's largest, and the Sanctuary of Fátima. Cave entrance and driver-guide included.
See this tour →3-Day Heritage & Faith Tour from Lisbon
A private 3-day tour from Lisbon to 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with tickets included at Sintra, Alcobaça, Batalha and Tomar, plus Fátima and Nazaré.
See this tour →Lisbon to Porto 2-Day Private Tour
A private 2-day tour from Lisbon to Porto, stopping in Óbidos, Nazaré, Alcobaça and Fátima, with a dedicated driver-guide and private vehicle both days.
See this tour →Who you will travel with
Duca is a small private tours company, founded in 2004 and rooted in the Alentejo, with an office in Sintra. Every tour has its own vehicle and a driver-guide, and the day is built around your pace. Rui Catalão, our certified guide-interpreter, runs the company.
Duca is rated 5.0 out of 5 on TripAdvisor, from more than 240 reviews across our private tours in Portugal. About Duca
Frequently asked questions
Why is Fátima important?
In 1917, three shepherd children reported seeing apparitions of the Virgin Mary in the fields outside the village. The Sanctuary built on that site is now one of the most visited Catholic pilgrimage destinations in the world, drawing millions of visitors each year, religious and non-religious alike.
How do I choose between the Fátima tours?
If you only have time for the Sanctuary itself, the full-day Fátima tour is enough. If you want to see more of central Portugal in the same day, the Nazaré and Óbidos route or the fuller heritage route add real variety without rushing any single stop. For a deeper pilgrimage experience over several days, the Three Shrines tour links Fátima to Santiago de Compostela.
Is there an entrance fee for the Sanctuary of Fátima?
No. Entry to the Sanctuary grounds and basilicas is free. There is no ticket to book in advance, so the day is built entirely around your pace, not a timed entry slot.
How much time should I plan for Fátima?
A half day covers the Sanctuary itself comfortably. A full day lets you combine it with one or two nearby towns, such as Nazaré or Óbidos, without feeling rushed at either.
Can a Fátima tour be combined with other stops?
Yes. Fátima sits roughly midway between Lisbon and Porto, so it also works well as a stop added to a Lisbon to Porto private transfer, rather than a dedicated day trip, if your itinerary allows it.
