From Lisbon : Fatima to the Night – Experience of the Candle Procession
At a glance
From Lisbon : Fatima to the Night – Experience of the Candle Procession is a 6h small-group experience in Lisbon, Portugal, operated by ZOOM Travel. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 31 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $85.90 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional Tour Guide.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 travellers
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Experience a night of faith and history at the Sanctuary of Fátima, on a trip of approximately 6 hours from Lisbon, in an air-conditioned van with a driver-guide. The departure is at 6:00 PM, with arrival in Lisbon expected around midnight.
Learn the story of the 1917 apparitions and the three little shepherds and enjoy free time for prayer, photographs, and a meal on your own. Visits to the Chapel of the Apparitions and the basilicas respect the opening hours and celebrations. At 9:30 PM, follow the Rosary and the night procession, according to the Sanctuary's program. The tour operates all year; the realization and format of the celebrations can be changed by the Sanctuary, including due to the weather.
Access is made through the normal entrances, without separate access to avoid queues. Mineral water included; meals and personal expenses not included. The tour can take place in more than one language. Bring a jacket and use the Viator reservation chat to confirm the details.
What's included
What's included
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Dinner is not included. Guests will have free time to choose from various restaurants in the region
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Departure from Lisbon at 6:00 PM and a journey of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes by van. Upon arrival, learn the story of the 1917 apparitions and the three little shepherds. Spend about two hours at the Sanctuary for visiting, prayer, photos, and a meal on your own. Access to the basilicas and the Chapel respects the opening hours and celebrations. Normal entrances, without separate access to avoid queues.
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Stop 2 · 1h 15m
At 9:30 PM, follow the Rosary in the Chapel of Apparitions and the night procession in the Prayer Enclosure, according to the Sanctuary's program. The realization and format of the celebrations can be changed, including due to weather conditions. After about 1 hour and 15 minutes of celebrations, return expected around 10:45 PM, with a van trip of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes and arrival in Lisbon near midnight. The times are approximate.
Meeting point
Find the guide at the main entrance of Hotel HF Fénix Lisboa, Praça Marquês de Pombal 8, at 5:45 PM. The departure is at 6:00 PM. Look for the Zoom Travel folder or badge.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for elderly people with reduced mobility.
- Not recommended for people with mobility difficulties due to stairs and irregular terrain in Fatima.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the From Lisbon : Fatima to the Night – Experience of the Candle Procession take?
The experience lasts about 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $85.90 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Bottled water; Air-conditioned vehicle; Professional Tour Guide.
Where does it start?
Find the guide at the main entrance of Hotel HF Fénix Lisboa, Praça Marquês de Pombal 8, at 5:45 PM. The departure is at 6:00 PM. Look for the Zoom Travel folder or badge.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 31 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Lisbon.
