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Discovering Fátima, Batalha Monastery and Alcobaça Monastery
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Discovering Fátima, Batalha Monastery and Alcobaça Monastery

By Aventuras Forte(s) - Turismo de Natureza
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During this adventure we will take you to know several places and monuments of enormous value. We start with the Sanctuary of Fátima, a place of worship for Christians that leaves no one indifferent. It was here that three humble children saw several apparitions and that to this day move thousands of pilgrims only through something so difficult to explain, Faith. Here we will also visit the Wax Museum where through various sculptures in this material we can get to know the life story of the 3 little shepherds. In the afternoon we will explore two historical monuments: the Monastery of Alcobaça and the Monastery of Batalha. Both impressive, were built with different purposes. In the first one, we will get to know the life of the monks in times gone by, all their daily lives without ever losing sight of the whole dimension of the building where they lived, in the second we will see an impressive monument that resulted from a historic battle for the Portuguese people.
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Ages 6-100
Duration: 8h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: Portuguese, English
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  • Transport with collection in the Coimbra area
  • Follow-up by qualified technical guides throughout the course
  • Photos of the tour
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Personal Accident and Liability Insurance
  • Entrance fees to the Wax Museum, Alcobaça Monastery and Batalha Monastery
  • Entry/Admission - Monastery of Alcobaça
  • Entry/Admission - Batalha Monastery
  • Entry/Admission - Fatima
What's not included
  • NOT included (restaurants available or picnic option)


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Largo da Portagem, 3000-201 Coimbra, Portugal
Pickup details
  • We make the transfer anywhere in the Coimbra region
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Stroller accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Near public transportation
      • Infants must sit on laps
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 115885P11

      • Most travelers can participate
      • Not suitable for people with mobility problems
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 115885P11

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      • Aventuras Forte(s) - Turismo de Natureza
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        Written January 5, 2025
      • W2510OJjoes
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        Excellent Jeep Tour
        We had a fantastic jeep tour of the Schist villages with Sergio! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area, and took us up to the top of the mountain. We explored the local houses and he even took us to see some wild salamanders. He gave us plenty of time for photos, and even took some himself. We would 100% recommend this tour, if you're in Lousa or Coimbra.
        Written December 31, 2024
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        Authentic Day trip to the beautiful Schist Villages
        We thoroughly enjoyed our day trip to the Schict Villages of Lousa. Sergio was awesome. He was very flexible with our timings and showed us around and gave us all the local tit bits. I would highly recommend this tour. Don't think twice before booking it.
        Written December 12, 2024
      • rachellH3281EG
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing tour!
        We had an amazing day with Sérgio. He was a pleasure to tour with and a very informative and helpful guide. Bonus that he took pictures for us he sent to us after. Would definitely recommend!
        Written November 23, 2024
      • sammysalter
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        Hike and tour of Schist Villages
        We had a great day with Sergio! We really appreciated his knowledge of the local flora and fauna, as well as the history of the area. The trails and villages are beautiful. He recommended a great restaurant for lunch that served delicious local dishes (chanfana and wild boar). I would definitely recommend a guided hike with Sergio.
        Written November 14, 2024
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        A city not to be missed on trip to Portugal
        Fascinating city with a wonderful history. We had an awesome tour guide who shared traditions of the University and secrets within the city. Highly recommend
        Written October 27, 2024
      • markmT5694IO
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Well worth it.
        Lovely fella. We think his name was Sergio. Great communication and information shared along the way. We enjoyed the villages and history. A unique afternoon.
        Written October 27, 2024
      • TravelingKat98
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        Wonderful outdoor adventure to Piodao
        We had a wonderful day tour of the Cascades and Shist Villages, Piodao with Sérgio. If you are considering a trip outside of Coimbra and want beautiful scenery and an experience you wont forget I highly recommend this tour. Sérgio was so kind, and extremely knowledgeable. We stopped at various spots along the way to Piodao for views/photos. Once we arrived in Piodao, we had lunch with Sérgio. After lunch he took us around the village, pointing out historical details and artifacts. We stopped in the little village chapel which was amazing. Lots of great conversations. On the way back we stopped at a hidden waterfall. Overall we felt like the day was relaxing, adventurous, and educational. We were well cared for. He sent complimentary photos of our trip the next day. I highly recommend Sergio and any of his Aventuras Forte(s) tours. Just do it!
        Written October 19, 2024
      • BobA127
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        Lovely day away from the city
        It was nice to take a break from the busy city and see the storybook like villages. Fatima was so kind and we enjoyed the time with her.
        Written October 4, 2024
      • Larry B
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        Excellent, insightful guide
        Our guide Sergio was excellent. Not only did he have facts but he also had insight. Excellent communicator with first hand historic knowledge since he lives nearby and went to college here. I would highly recommend him to people who want to know the "why" behind the "what & when"
        Written September 22, 2024
      • DMYorke
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        Great
        We thought this was really good. Conímbriga was more extensive and more interesting than I thought it would be. Sérgio was one of the best guides we have had the pleasure to meet. He was informative, insightful, and a pleasure to be with. We have seen many Roman sights over the years. This trip ranks right up at the top.
        Written August 30, 2024
      • 888ariannew
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        Nice experience!
        It is a beautiful forest that is accessible to everyone. The guide did give it an extra dimension. We have been to beautiful places and viewpoints. The guide told interesting things about the forest and the history surrounding the Bussaco Palace. He told it in a pleasant and understandable way.
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      • ChrisJTheGenius
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        Fantastic Tour Even Without TV Hype
        This was a really great trip. Book a train to Coimbra, and it’s absolutely worth it to find this hidden gem. Sergio was a great and very friendly tour guide with plenty of insights to share! Lunch with green wine was also a highlight! Monsanto is a beautiful village with some very extreme visuals and a lot of history. I felt sorry for the other people we saw checking it out without Sergio to tell them all about the history of the village. Great for solo travelers! I was honestly a bit reluctant when I realized I had to pay the same as two people, but when you realize he only does private tours and thus if you book solo you’re the only person on the tour, you realize that for the amount of time he’s spending, this is what makes it worth it and even makes the solo option available. So whether you come alone or bring friends, family, etc. along, I highly recommend this tour while you’re in Portugal!
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      • worldtravel3r55
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        What a great experience this was! Sergio was our guide and he was so knowledgeable about the area. The hike was beautiful and in the morning it was so quiet and peaceful. The villages were fun to explore and the whole tour felt like a very unique, like a side of Portugal that many travelers overlook. I would highly recommend! One tip to pass along- if it looks like there is no availability when you check the tours online, email Adventure Forte Tours directly. They were flexible with us and able to accommodate our schedule.
        Written August 7, 2024
      • Culture12291262784
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        Hidden gem and knowledgeable guide
        We saw 2 villages with Sergio - Candal and Talasnal. The former has 7 residents and it is refreshing, quaint and different. The latter is slightly more commercial with lots of options for lodging. Time has really stood still in these rural villages and Sergio really educated us across a few hours on the shale villages. His passion, knowledge and enthusiasm for rural living really came across and I would recommend this to anyone who wants to uncover a hidden national treasure. We really enjoyed meeting and hanging with you!
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      Bill M
      Arizona410 contributions
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      Oct 2022
      It looks like we are the first to take this tour and do a review of it. So, here goes.. We were picked up at our hotel right on time, and then driven to Fátima where we walked the street and shops on our way to the Wax Museum. It is a must if you are going to Fátima . We then got to see the plaza, had our pictures taken at the Berlin Wall monument, and then to the main chapel.

      Leaving Fátima we went to Nazaré and the overlook of the city, beaches, and Atlantic. We had lunch there in a very fine restaurant that overlooks the beaches.

      From there to the Batalha Monastery, and also the Alcobaça Monastery where we had not only entry tickets, but privileged entry to areas that many of the bus tours did not include in their itineraries.

      This was our second day trip with Mr. Forte; the first was to the Roman Ruins, which is highly recommended. Mr. Forte took the time to explain and answer each and every question we had about Portugal and the places we visited on the tours. His driving was safe and he makes you feel secure as he navigates the back roads and highways.

      The tour includes professional photographs of you and yours at each location; these are emailed to you AFTER you return to your home.

      This is not the lowest cost tour of Fátima as you can obtain tours out of Lisboa for less, but it is the BEST TOUR for which you will contract. The attention to detail and the knowledge base of Mr. Forte makes the difference.
      Written November 11, 2022
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      Thank you Mr Bill, it was a pleasure to take you and your wife to explore a little bit of our country. best regards, Sérgio Forte
      Written March 21, 2023
      This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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