Porto Trip Overview
Discover the pilgrimage site of Fatima and the university city of Coimbra on a day trip from Porto! The full-day tour includes a visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary in Fatima where several apparitions of the Virgin Mary are said to have taken place. Attend mass inside the sanctuary’s basilica, soaking up the serene atmosphere, and then spend the afternoon in Coimbra, seeing the university and Old Cathedral of Coimbra on a walking tour.
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* Duration: 10 hours
* Starts: Porto, Portugal
* Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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Discover the pilgrimage site of Fatima and the university city of Coimbra on a day trip from Porto! The full-day tour includes a visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary in Fatima where several apparitions of the Virgin Mary are said to have taken place. Attend mass inside the sanctuary’s basilica, soaking up the serene atmosphere, and then spend the afternoon in Coimbra, seeing the university and Old Cathedral of Coimbra on a walking tour.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Start the tour from Oporto.
Stop At: Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, 2495-402 Fátima, Portugal
The most important Portuguese religious center and one of the most famous places of catholic pilgrimage in the world. Its worldwide prominence is due to the phenomenon of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary reported by three little shepherds.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima, Rua de Rainha Santa Isabel 26, Fatima 2495-424 Portugal
Observe the inspiring devotion of many pilgrims from around the world and feel a special magic, peace and serenity as you arrive at the Shrine of Fatima, a Marian shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima. In the statue of the Virgin Mary you can see the bullet that struck Pope John Paul II during the assassination attempt.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: 3000 Coimbra, Portugal
The notorious university town. Coimbra keeps alive a set of student traditions and symbolic practices: look around and observe the emblematic uniforms of the students. The long black capes perfectly embrace the prestigious tradition of this noble city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: University of Coimbra, Paco das Escolas, Coimbra 3000-370 Portugal
Impeccably combines its rich history and real student life. It’s easy to see why its monumental buildings and history attract people from all over the world. Located on a hilltop, from the University grounds, you can have stunning views of the city.
Duration: 1 hour
