From the atmosphere of Aveiro’s canals to the spiritual significance of Fátima, discover two very different destinations on the same trip. Take a stroll through the town centre, sample ovos moles and book a moliceiro boat ride before visiting the Sanctuary and the places associated with the shepherd children.
Fun fact: Ovos moles are an Aveiro speciality with roots in the convent confectionery tradition.
Highlights
- Aveiro historic centre
- Sanctuary Museum — optional admission
- Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
Full description
From the atmosphere of Aveiro’s canals to the spiritual significance of Fátima, discover two very different destinations on the same trip. Take a stroll through the town centre, sample ovos moles and book a moliceiro boat ride before visiting the Sanctuary and the places associated with the shepherd children. This tour is exclusively for your group, with pickup at a pre-arranged location in Lisbon. Along the way: Aveiro historic centre; Aveiro canals — optional moliceiro boat ride; Ovos moles tasting; Fátima Sanctuary; Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity; Sanctuary Museum — optional admission; Shepherd children’s homes in Aljustrel; Valinhos; Chapel of the Apparitions; Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. The day’s schedule is tailored to the client’s priorities. Any changes to the itinerary must be agreed with the driver and depend on the time available and access conditions. Approximate duration: 14 hours. Tickets to monuments and museums, meals, and experiences marked as optional are paid for separately. Please request visits that require reservations in advance.
Route
Duration: 14 h
- Meeting point
- 1
Centro histórico de Aveiro
- 2
Canais de Aveiro — moliceiro opcional
- 3
Prova de ovos moles
- 4
Santuário de Fátima
- 5
Basílica da Santíssima Trindade
- 6
Museu do Santuário — entrada opcional
- 7
Casas dos Pastorinhos em Aljustrel
- 8
Valinhos
- 9
Capelinha das Aparições
- 10
Basílica de Nossa Senhora do Rosário
For reference only: the route and times may change on the day.
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 h before for a full refund
Duration: 14 h
Private: your group only
Guide / driver speaks
Portuguese, English
Hotel pickup available
Recolha no hotel, alojamento ou morada acordada em Lisboa. Apresente-se 15 minutos antes da partida. O local de regresso em Lisboa pode ser combinado com o motorista.
What's included
Private transportation with pickup and drop-off in Lisbon
Driver assistance in Portuguese or English
Air-conditioned vehicle
Onboard Wi-Fi and water
Fuel, tolls and parking along the route
First-aid kit
Traditional ginjinha tasting for adults
Not included
Admission to monuments, museums and attractions
Lunch, dinner and other meals or drinks
Wine tastings, boat rides and optional activities
Shopping and personal expenses
Meeting point
Lisboa, Portugal
The exact meeting point is provided in the booking confirmation.
Also picks up in: Recolha no hotel, alojamento ou morada acordada em Lisboa. Apresente-se 15 minutos antes da partida. O local de regresso em Lisboa pode ser combinado com o motorista.
Important information
Good to know
- The route can be adjusted to suit the client’s preferences, subject to the time available, access conditions and opening hours.
- Meeting point: to be arranged with the client.
- Portuguese drivers with local knowledge and a passion for showing you the best of Portugal
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made up to 24 hours before the start are eligible for a full refund. After that, a 50% refund applies with at least 12 hours’ notice, and a 1% refund with at least 1 hour’s notice. Less than 1 hour before the start, there is no automatic refund; any request will be reviewed by the operator.
Company's general termsShowHide
The service is provided exclusively for the group that made the booking. The price shown includes VAT at the applicable rate, fuel, tolls and parking planned for the route. Attraction tickets, meals and optional activities are paid for separately unless explicitly listed as included. Visits are subject to opening hours and availability; any changes to the program must be agreed with the client. Child seats must be requested in advance. Please check your belongings at the end of the trip and promptly report any items left behind. The cancellation terms shown in the listing and booking apply.
Questions and answers
Where is the pick-up?
At the hotel, rental or address you give when booking. The company confirms the exact spot and time.
Can I bring children?
Yes. Count children in the number of people. For child seats or other needs, write to the company through the booking messages.
Can we stop wherever we like?
On a private service the vehicle is just for your group: agree stops with the driver, within the service's duration.
Can I cancel?
Cancellations made up to 24 hours before the start are eligible for a full refund. After that, a 50% refund applies with at least 12 hours’ notice, and a 1% refund with at least 1 hour’s notice. Less than 1 hour before the start, there is no automatic refund; any request will be reviewed by the operator.
How do I pay?
Online, by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. You get the confirmation by e-mail straight away.
What if I have more questions?
After booking, talk to the company through the booking messages. Before that, write to us at [email protected].
