Proposed Pilgrimage Itinerary *
Day 1 - Friday, 4th September
Ireland - Lisbon - F�tima
Meet your Marian Pilgrimages representative at Dublin Airport for your evening flight to Lisbon. On arrival, transfer by coach to F�tima, where we check into our hotel for a light supper (if available).
Overnight in F�tima.
Day 2 - Saturday, 5th September
F�tima - Visits to the Sanctuary
Celebrate Mass within the Sanctuary this morning, followed by a guided visit including:
The Capelinha of the Apparitions
The Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
The Basilica of the Holy Trinity
The afternoon is free for personal prayer, confessions, or quiet reflection. After dinner, join pilgrims from around the world for the Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Dinner & overnight in F�tima.
Day 3 - Sunday, 6th September
Valinhos - Aljustrel - Stations of the Cross
This morning, travel to Valinhos and walk the Stations of the Cross along the Sacred Way. Continue to Aljustrel, where we visit the homes of the three shepherd children.
Return to F�tima for free time at the Sanctuary. Evening Rosary and Candlelight Procession.
Dinner & overnight in F�tima.
Day 4 - Monday, 7th September
F�tima Morning - Afternoon Visit to Nazar�
Enjoy a free and unhurried morning in F�tima. This time can be used for personal prayer at the Sanctuary, a visit to the Basilica, Confessions, shopping for religious items, or simply taking in the peaceful atmosphere of this holy place.
After an early lunch in F�tima, we depart around 1:00 p.m. for the beautiful coastal town of Nazar�.
Upon arrival, celebrate Mass in the sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of Nazar�, followed by extended free time to enjoy the town at your own pace. Options include:
A stroll along the vast Atlantic beach
Taking the funicular to S�tio da Nazar� for breathtaking clifftop views
Relaxing with a coffee or ice cream by the ocean
Exploring the historic fishing district with its colourful boats
We return to F�tima in the early evening. After dinner, join the Rosary and Candlelight Procession at the Sanctuary.
Dinner & overnight in F�tima.
Day 5 - Tuesday, 8th September
F�tima - Lisbon - Estoril
After breakfast, depart F�tima and travel south to Lisbon. Enjoy a panoramic tour including:
The birthplace of St. Anthony
Bel�m district, including Jer�nimos Monastery (exterior) and the Discoveries Monument
After Mass in Lisbon, continue to our hotel in Estoril, where the next three days will offer a more relaxed pace along the Portuguese Riviera.
Dinner & overnight in Estoril.
Day 6 - Wednesday, 9th September
Estoril - Free Day)
Today is free to enjoy Estoril at your own pace. Options include:
Time on the beach or promenade
A leisurely coastal walk to Cascais
Your Spiritual Director may offer an optional Rosary or short reflection.
Dinner & overnight in Estoril.
Day 7 - Thursday, 10th September
Cascais - Estoril - Day at Leisure
After breakfast, take a short visit to nearby Cascais, a charming town with a marina, small beaches, and lovely caf�s�ideal for a relaxed morning.
Return to Estoril for a leisurely afternoon. Enjoy the hotel facilities, stroll the seafront, or take time for personal reflection on the graces of the pilgrimage.
A farewell dinner is included this evening.
Overnight in Estoril.
Day 8 - Friday, 11th September
Estoril - Lisbon - Ireland
Morning at leisure in Estoril. In the afternoon, transfer to Lisbon Airport for your late evening return flight to Dublin.
*It is our intention to follow the itinerary as outlined above, however due to many factors like local holidays, traffic or weather conditions it may be necessary to make changes to the order of events or even the cancelation of certain events.
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