A private 3-day tour from Lisbon, with an experienced driver-guide all three days. We take you to six UNESCO World Heritage Sites — Sintra's Pena Palace, the monasteries of Alcobaça and Batalha, and the Convent of Christ in Tomar, plus Lisbon's own Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery — along with two of Portugal's most important places of pilgrimage, Fátima and Nazaré.
Trip Highlights at a Glance
- Private, air-conditioned vehicle and dedicated driver-guide all three days
- Entrance tickets and guided visits included at Pena Palace, Alcobaça, Batalha and Tomar
- Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon's two UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- The Sanctuary of Fátima and the pilgrimage church of Nazaré
- The medieval walled town of Óbidos along the way
Duca has been running private tours out of Lisbon since 2003. Our driver-guides know this route well — the order of stops, where to park near each monument, and how to time the day so you're not queuing in the midday heat.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Lisbon & Sintra
We collect you from your hotel in the Lisbon area in the morning. We start in Belém, where you'll see the Tower of Belém and the Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon's two UNESCO World Heritage Sites — we view both from the outside, as they're really landmarks to photograph and walk around rather than places that need a long visit. In the afternoon we drive out to Sintra for a guided visit inside Pena Palace, the hilltop, brightly coloured 19th-century palace that gives the Sintra hills their UNESCO listing — your ticket and guided visit are included. We drop you at your hotel in the Sintra or greater Lisbon area for the night (accommodation isn't included — see "What's included" below).
Day 2 — Óbidos, Nazaré, Alcobaça & Batalha
Your driver-guide collects you in the morning and we head north. Our first stop is Óbidos, a walled medieval town you can explore on foot along its cobbled streets and castle ramparts — free to enter. From there we continue to Nazaré, where we visit the pilgrimage church at the Sítio viewpoint, built on the site of a centuries-old Marian devotion, with the cliffside view over the beach below — entry is free. Next is a guided visit inside the Monastery of Alcobaça, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest medieval churches in Portugal — ticket included. We finish the day at the Monastery of Batalha, another UNESCO site, with a guided visit inside, including its famous Unfinished Chapels open to the sky — ticket included. We drop you at your hotel for the night near Batalha or Fátima (accommodation isn't included).
Day 3 — Fátima & Tomar, return to Lisbon
Your driver-guide collects you in the morning for a visit to the Sanctuary of Fátima, one of the world's most visited Catholic shrines — entry is always free. From there we continue to Tomar for a guided visit inside the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former stronghold of the Knights Templar, with its extraordinary Manueline window and cloisters — ticket included. We then drive back to Lisbon, typically arriving in the early evening.
What's included
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, all three days
- A dedicated driver-guide for all three days
- Entrance tickets and guided visits inside Pena Palace, Alcobaça Monastery, Batalha Monastery and the Convent of Christ in Tomar
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Insurance required by the Portuguese Tourism Board
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Hotel accommodation (2 nights)
Please note
This is a 3-day tour, and the two overnight stays aren't included — you'll need to book your own hotels. If you'd like suggestions, just ask us when you book and we're happy to recommend a few options near where each day ends.
Tickets and guided visits are already included at Pena Palace, Alcobaça, Batalha and Tomar, so there's nothing to arrange there. Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery are viewed from the outside as a photo stop, and Óbidos, Nazaré and Fátima are all free to explore, so no other tickets are needed on this tour.
The vehicle isn't wheelchair- or stroller-accessible, and infants can't travel on laps — please let us know the ages of everyone in your group when you book. Bookings need to be made at least 1 day before departure.
We'll need your hotel name and street address in Lisbon to arrange pickup. If your hotel isn't listed but falls within Greater Lisbon, just tell us after booking — there's no extra charge for the pickup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is hotel accommodation included?
No — the two overnight stays aren't included, so you'll need to book your own hotels. We're happy to suggest options near where each day ends if you'd like.
Are entrance tickets included?
Yes, for the four monuments we visit inside: Pena Palace, Alcobaça Monastery, Batalha Monastery and the Convent of Christ in Tomar. Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery are viewed from the outside, and Óbidos, Nazaré and Fátima are all free to explore, so no other tickets are needed.
Which UNESCO World Heritage Sites does this tour visit?
Six in total: Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery and Pena Palace on day 1, the monasteries of Alcobaça and Batalha on day 2, and the Convent of Christ in Tomar on day 3.
What language does the guide speak?
English. Portuguese is also available — just let us know when you book if you'd prefer it.
What's included in the price?
Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle all three days, a dedicated driver-guide, entrance tickets and guided visits inside Pena Palace, Alcobaça, Batalha and Tomar, bottled water, WiFi on board, and the insurance required by the Portuguese Tourism Board. Food, drinks and hotel accommodation aren't included.
Is the vehicle wheelchair- or stroller-accessible?
No, it isn't wheelchair- or stroller-accessible, and infants can't travel on laps — please let us know the ages of everyone in your group when you book.
How far in advance do we need to book?
At least 1 day before departure.
