Fátima: Private Spiritual Awakening & Reflection Tour

We had a short stay in Lisbon so a 1/2 day in Fatima was just right. Got to see everything and attend Mass.

There were two of us taking this tour. Miguel picked us up promptly at our hotel and we traveled to Fatima. We appreciated the personal attention and enjoyed the sights at both the Apparition Chapel area and the village. Miguel was knowledgeable, professional, courteous, and friendly, making our experience most enjoyable.

I loved seeing the homes of the children. Unfortunately Mass was being said outdoors, so they closed the basilica & I couldn’t see it. But Miguel was wonderful

It was without a doubt one of the best tours we've done in Portugal. We were advised by Miguel to only do half a day and it was very worth it. To see Fátima it is not necessary all day. We followed the recommendations of our guide who was always very helpful and without a doubt HE knows a lot of history and knows how to receive well. My family loved it.

Just Nice and peeceful we visit the shrine in cova da iria place and also the small village in Real Fátima where childreen were baptize also visit the house of sister Lúcia.

Pick up at hotel was on time. Due to cancellations because of the virus we were the only couple so we had a private tour . Our guide Miguel ensured we had an enjoyable day and was knowledgeable on the area . We had plenty of time to see everything before returning to our hotel . Very interesting tour would highly recommend.

Miguel was very knowledgeable about the history but also how to beat the crowds. Very informative and great experience

Our guide Miguel suggested and early pickup at 8am. We arrive without any traffic and Miguel ,dropped us since my cousin has sight problems,parked the vehicle and then spent time with us at Fatima,explaining the separate areas,churches and sanctuaries.we purchased candles lit them while saying prayers and odd as it was throw them in a burning fire. We visited the church where the children are buried. By the time we departed 2 hours later, it was crowded..As Catholics it was a highly emotional experience. Next Miguel brought us to Lucia's home and we had a guided tour in side. Miguel said he had a surprise for us and it was the highlight of the day.He brought us to Tomar to view the Convento Di Cristo. Miguel is Highly knowledgeable about the history, architecture of the castle. Through his history we were brought back in time 9 centuries before. He explained that the convent was a 12 C.stronghold of and founded by the Poor Order of the Temple in 1118. in 1190 it was encircled and resisted the armies of the Caliph al-Mansure. However the Templar order in 1319 was dissolved by King Denis or Portugal and thereafter Pope John XXII instituted the Order of Christ. and thus the seat of the former Knights Templar was converted in 1357 to the new Order.This new order supported the maritime discoveries of Portugal. and is now a UNESCO world heritage site.It was like we were transformed back in time. The interior as well as the exterior are extraordinary.

I cannot imagine having visited Fatima without our guide, Joao Paulo Dores. He was informative, entertaining, earnest, and engaging. While the tour may seem a little pricey, the level of detail and intimacy that you enjoy at the venue with the aide of a professional guide such as Joao makes this a bargain.

Fernando was a great guide, so open & always willing to help. He arrived on time at our hotel. The ride was nice as he spoke about history and explained as we passed by monuments on the way. He also recommended places to eat. It was stress free.