Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré & Óbidos Day Trip from Lisbon
Four centuries of faith, stone, and coast in one day from Lisbon
A full-day tour from Lisbon visits four landmark sites: the Sanctuary of Fátima, where the Virgin Mary appeared to shepherd children in 1917; the Gothic Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 14th century; the clifftop village of Nazaré overlooking the Atlantic; and the medieval walled village of Óbidos. The group stays under eight people with a professional guide, and the day ends with a Ginjinha liqueur tasting in a traditional local shop.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré and Óbidos
- Visit Chapel of the Apparitions
- Explore Sanctuary of Fátima and Basilica
- See Batalha Monastery exterior
- View Sítio da Nazaré cliff and fort
- Walk Nazaré seaside village promenade
- Optional: Enjoy seafood lunch in Nazaré
- Tour medieval village of Óbidos
- Taste traditional Ginjinha liqueur
- Capela Das Aparicoes 15m
- Fátima 1h
- Batalha Monastery passing by
- O Sitio 20m
- Nazare 1h 30m
- Óbidos 1h
What’s included
- Small group of up to eight people.
- professional certified tour guide.
- hotel pickup and drop-off in Lisbon.
- air-conditioned vehicle.
- Ginjinha liqueur tasting at a traditional local shop in Óbidos.
- Every day 08:00
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Visit Fátima's Sanctuary, Batalha Monastery, Nazaré's cliffs, and medieval Óbidos on a guided day trip from Lisbon with hotel pickup and Ginjinha tasting.
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The experience
How do you fit Portugal's spiritual heart, its greatest Gothic monument, a dramatic coastal cliff, and a storybook village into one day? This tour leaves Lisbon in the morning and builds the route around what each place actually demands. You start at the Sanctuary of Fátima, standing at the Chapel of the Apparitions: the exact spot where the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children in 1917. The Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary sits at the center of one of the world's most visited pilgrimage sites, and the guide walks you through the history of Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta and the devotion that has drawn millions here since.
From there, the tour moves to Batalha Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 14th century to mark Portugal's victory at the Battle of Aljubarrota. The stone carvings in the Founder's Chapel show King João I, Queen Philippa of Lancaster, and Prince Henry the Navigator beneath intricately sculpted tombs. The craftsmanship is the point, and the guide unpacks what each detail meant to the kingdom. Then you climb to Sítio da Nazaré, perched on a cliff with panoramic views over the Atlantic, home to both a sanctuary and the Fort of São Miguel Arcanjo. The village of Nazaré itself sits below, where you can walk the promenade, watch the fishing boats, and grab lunch at a seaside café if you want one (not included in the tour price).
The day ends in Óbidos, a medieval village ringed by ancient stone walls and threaded with cobblestone streets. Once a wedding gift to Queen Isabel in the 13th century, it earned the name "Wedding Gift Village" and has stayed largely unchanged: whitewashed houses, flower boxes, artisan shops, and bookstores fill the narrow alleys. Your guide leads you through, then you taste Ginjinha, the traditional cherry liqueur, in a local shop that has been making it for generations. The tour runs 9 to 10 hours total, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Lisbon included.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 17 years); Child (1 to 5 years).
What exactly is the Chapel of the Apparitions at Fátima?
The Chapel of the Apparitions marks the exact spot where the Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children (Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta) in 1917. It sits at the heart of the Sanctuary of Fátima, one of the world's most visited pilgrimage sites, and the guide explains the history and spiritual significance of the apparitions that drew millions of pilgrims to this place.
Is Batalha Monastery really a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Batalha Monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Portugal's greatest Gothic masterpieces, built in the 14th century to celebrate the country's victory at the Battle of Aljubarrota. The Founder's Chapel holds the ornately carved tombs of King João I, Queen Philippa of Lancaster, and Prince Henry the Navigator, and the stone carvings throughout the complex show the artistry and ambition of the period.
What do you do in Nazaré on this tour?
You visit two parts of Nazaré: first, Sítio da Nazaré, the clifftop sanctuary and fort with panoramic views over the Atlantic, then the seaside village below, where you can stroll the promenade, watch the fishing boats, and relax at a café. Lunch is optional and not included, but the setting and the Atlantic breeze make it a natural place to stop.
What is Ginjinha and where do you taste it?
Ginjinha is a traditional Portuguese cherry liqueur, sweet and smooth, that has been made in Óbidos for generations. You taste it in a beloved local shop as the final stop of the day, a small ritual that locals and visitors alike have enjoyed for years: a fitting end to a tour through Portugal's history and villages.
How many people travel on this tour?
The group stays under eight people, which keeps the pace manageable and the experience more personal. A professional guide leads the tour and speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and one additional language.
Does the tour include lunch?
Lunch is not included, but Nazaré's seaside village offers cafés and restaurants where you can order fresh seafood or other meals at your own pace. The Ginjinha tasting in Óbidos is included as the final stop of the day.
Operated by Odyssey Tours de Portugal. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré & Óbidos Day Trip from Lisbon
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