Fatima Tour at Night: The Magic of the Sanctuary and the Candle Procession

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 4 more

This tour leads you to moments of deep devotion in the Chapel of Apparitions and the majestic Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. There, every step seems to involve the heart, as if the sacred silence welcomed its prayers.
You will be able to participate in the Holy Rosary and the Candle Procession, when hundreds of lights tremble in the wind, creating an atmosphere of peace so intense that it comes to emotion. The glow of the candles, combined with the voices in prayer, awaken a sense of belonging and transcendence impossible to describe.
It is a night of living spirituality, capable of touching the soul and turning the moment into an eternal memory.
A truly unique and unforgettable experience, ideal for those who seek not only a walk, but a deep spiritual and cultural connection, felt in every gesture, every corner, every light that lights in the heart.

What's Included

Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Dinner is not included. Guests will have free time to choose from various restaurants in the region

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Guests must be ready at the hotel's lobby/reception 5 minutes before the specified time. The Guide will be identified as Zoom Travel. The standard meeting point for those who do not request pick-up is the HF Fénix Lisboa – Plaza Marquês de Pombal 8.

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Meeting point
HF Fénix Lisboa

The meeting point is at the main door of HF Fénix Lisbon – Piazza Marquês de Pombal 8. Find Zoom Travel van/minivan. We ask you to be there 15 minutes before the tour starts.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima

    Upon arrival in Fatima, you can take advantage of the free time, until the beginning of the Rosary at 9:30, to make a meal or, if you prefer, to peacefully explore the Sanctuary. The recinto offers various prayer spaces, historic sites and environments of great serenity, ideal for those who want to know this important spiritual center better. Among the points of greatest interest is the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, the main temple of the Sanctuary of Fatima. Built between 1928 and 1953, this imposing basilica, of neobaroc architecture, was erected in the place where, according to tradition, the three shepherds have seen the mysterious light that led them to the Cova da Iria, giving the beginning to the events that would make Fatima known all over the world. Inside, there are the tombs of Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta, as well as beautiful vitrails that depict the apparitions of 1917.

    1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Capela Das Aparicoes

    It is held in the Sanctuary of Fatima the third in the Chapel of Apocalypse, which begins punctually at 21:30. This time of prayer brings together pilgrims from all over the world and marks the beginning of the nightly celebrations at the Sanctuary. The Third, also known as the Rosary, is one of the most important prayers in Catholic tradition and has a profound significance in the Sanctuary of Fatima. Praying the third day is an act of meditation and contemplation of the life of Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary, divided into mysteries that remember fundamental moments of the Christian faith. In Fatima, the third has an even more special value, as it is directly linked to the messages transmitted by the Virgin to the three little shepherds. Our Lady repeatedly asked to pray the third day daily as a path of peace, conversion and spiritual strength. Thus, each Ave Maria and every prayed mystery become a gesture of devotion, of gratitude or of personal supplication.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima

    The Procession of the Candles begins after the recitation of Tuesday, starting around 22:15 in the Recinto de Oração. The moment begins with the blessing of the candles in the Chapel of Appearances, followed by the exit of the image of Our Lady of Fatima, which travels a symbolic journey to the Sanctuary. The procession has an approximate duration of 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the number of pilgrims present. This ritual is one of the most striking of Fatima. Its meaning is linked to the light of faith, represented by the lit candles held by pilgrims, symbolizing hope, devotion and prayer. The illuminated walk transforms the premises into an environment of deep silence, chants and spirituality, reflecting the union of the faithful who accompany the Virgin of Fatima. The Procession of the Candles is considered by many the highlight of the Sanctuary's nightly celebrations.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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