Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites worth booking?
Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites is a 1.3-hour experience in Coimbra, Portugal, from $10 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Portugal’s humble village of Fatima is home to an extraordinary religious event. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover the remarkable story of three young shepherd children who claimed to have witnessed apparitions of the Virgin Mary in 1917. You’ll walk from their modest homes to the magnificent sanctuary that now attracts millions of pilgrims annually. Along the way, you’ll hear about the miracle that transformed this rural community into one of Catholicism’s most sacred sites. The tour starts at Francisco and Jacinta’s house, where you’ll glimpse the simple life of these peasant children through the preserved family home. You’ll find out how the children’s visions culminated in the famous “Miracle of the Sun” which was witnessed by approximately 70,000 people on October 13, 1917. The tour ends at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima, where the three visionaries – Francisco, Jacinta, and Lucia – now rest.
What you get
About this experience
Portugal’s humble village of Fatima is home to an extraordinary religious event. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll discover the remarkable story of three young shepherd children who claimed to have witnessed apparitions of the Virgin Mary in 1917. You’ll walk from their modest homes to the magnificent sanctuary that now attracts millions of pilgrims annually. Along the way, you’ll hear about the miracle that transformed this rural community into one of Catholicism’s most sacred sites. The tour starts at Francisco and Jacinta’s house, where you’ll glimpse the simple life of these peasant children through the preserved family home. You’ll find out how the children’s visions culminated in the famous “Miracle of the Sun” which was witnessed by approximately 70,000 people on October 13, 1917. The tour ends at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Fatima, where the three visionaries – Francisco, Jacinta, and Lucia – now rest.
What's included
Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- App for Android and iOS
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
What you'll see and do
Walk through this simple peasant home where two of the three visionary children lived, preserved exactly as it was in 1917. Experience the humble beginnings of the Fatima story by seeing the modest rooms where Francisco and Jacinta grew up before their extraordinary encounters with the Virgin Mary.
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Explore the childhood home of Lucia dos Santos, the eldest of the three shepherd children who witnessed the apparitions. Discover how this ordinary village dwelling became the starting point for one of the most significant religious events in modern Catholic history.
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Stand at this sacred well where the three children first encountered the "Angel of Peace" who prepared them for their later visions of the Virgin Mary. Marvel at how this quiet spot became the beginning of the spiritual journey that would transform their lives and the entire village of Fatima.
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Pass by this beautiful monument marking another location where the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared to the children in August 1917. Learn how this site represents the continuation of the apparitions even when the children faced imprisonment and persecution for their claims.
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Follow this meaningful path that traces the route the three shepherd children took as they traveled between their homes and the apparition site. Experience walking in the footsteps of Francisco, Jacinta, and Lucia while reflecting on their courage in sharing their extraordinary visions.
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Enter this massive religious complex that can accommodate up to 100,000 pilgrims from around the world seeking spiritual connection. Explore how this once-quiet village became one of Catholicism's most important pilgrimage destinations, drawing millions annually.
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Chapel of the Apparitions
Visit this small but profound chapel built on the exact spot where the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared six times to the three children in 1917. Experience the spiritual significance of standing where the most famous Marian apparitions in modern history are believed to have occurred.
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Marvel at this unexpected piece of history that symbolizes the connection between the Fatima prophecies and major world events. Discover how the spiritual message of Fatima became intertwined with global politics and the eventual fall of communism.
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Admire this impressive modern basilica, one of the largest Catholic churches in the world, designed to accommodate the growing number of pilgrims. Experience the architectural grandeur that reflects Fatima's transformation from a small village into a major center of Catholic faith.
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Pay your respects at this beautiful basilica where the three visionaries – Francisco, Jacinta, and Lucia – now rest in their final resting place. Explore the spiritual culmination of the Fatima story where pilgrims come to honour the children who shared their extraordinary vision with the world.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Coimbra
This tour starts at Francisco and Jacinta's House. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Experience Fátima!
Really great experience! Informative, interesting stories, thorough and well paced. Definitely recommend!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours, who run 703 experiences we rank across 222 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 54.8.
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Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Coimbra.
How much does Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Coimbra usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites take?
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Plan for about 1.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Coimbra is not rushed.
Is Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Coimbra, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Coimbra can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Coimbra and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Coimbra within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Coimbra?
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On Outty we rank every Coimbra experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Coimbra Top Attractions Walking Tour, Discovering the charms and places of Coimbra, Soft Canyoning, river Ceira, Góis, Serra da Lousa, Coimbra. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Coimbra?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Coimbra?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites?
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Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it; Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata; Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour; App for Android and iOS; and Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will sta. Not included: Smartphone and headphones; Transportation; Food and drink; and Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites?
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This tour starts at Francisco and Jacinta's House. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Shepherds and Secrets: Audio Tour of Fátima’s Sacred Sites if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Coimbra. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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