Lisbon & Fátima Road Trip

The Portugal Getaways Lisbon & Fátima Road Trip includes round-trip flights, 6 nights of hotel accommodation (3 Fátima, 3 Lisbon), a round-trip rental car picked up and returned at Lisbon Airport, and all taxes and fees related to the booking. Breakfast, guided tours, and city taxes are not included. The drive from Lisbon Airport to Fátima takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes (128 km) via the A1 highway.

You arrive at Lisbon Airport, pick up the rental car, and drive north to Fátima (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, 128 km via the A1). After 3 nights, you drive south back to Lisbon (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, 125 km via the A1). You return the car at Lisbon Airport on departure day. Day trip options from Fátima include Tomar (40 minutes, 70 km), Nazaré (50 minutes, 63 km), and Batalha (35 minutes from Nazaré, 28 km). All roads are well maintained and clearly signed.

A round-trip rental car is included, picked up and returned at Lisbon Airport. The standard vehicle is a compact manual car. Automatic transmission is available on request at an additional cost. You will need a valid Canadian or US passport and driver's license at pickup. A valid driver's license is sufficient to rent in Portugal. An International Driving Permit is not mandatory but can be useful as a backup.

The rental car includes basic third-party liability insurance. Depending on the rental company, a collision damage waiver (CDW) may already be included, but most rentals still carry a mandatory excess. We always recommend upgrading to the highest insurance level available at pickup. This can be arranged through the Portugal Getaways team. 

Yes, tolls apply on the A1 motorway between Lisbon and Fátima. Portugal uses electronic Via Verde tolls, typically billed automatically via a transponder in the rental car and charged to your credit card. Confirm with the rental company at pickup whether a transponder is included. Toll costs are not included in the package price.

Fátima is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world, drawing over six million visitors a year. The Sanctuary commemorates the 1917 apparitions of the Virgin Mary to three shepherd children and includes the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Basilica of Nossa Senhora do Rosário, and the striking modern Basilica of the Holy Trinity. The candlelight procession held every evening is open to all visitors regardless of faith. Many travelers visit Fátima for its history, architecture, and the atmosphere of the Sanctuary rather than for religious reasons. It is worth the visit either way.

Three day trips are within easy reach. Tomar (40 minutes) has the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former Knights Templar headquarters with one of the most celebrated Manueline windows in Portugal. Nazaré (50 minutes) is a coastal town famous for its record-breaking Atlantic waves and fresh seafood. Batalha (35 minutes from Nazaré) has the Mosteiro da Batalha, another UNESCO Gothic masterpiece with the extraordinary Unfinished Chapels. All three can be combined in a single full day.

The package includes 3-star hotels as standard, with upgrades available. The package price varies depending on the hotel selected. In Fátima, all properties are in or near the Sanctuary area, within walking distance of the main pilgrimage sites. In Lisbon, all properties are centrally located. Exact options are shown when you click a date in the booking calendar. Contact the Portugal Getaways team to discuss preferences before booking.

Breakfast is not included by default but can be added during the booking process or prioritized on request. Parking is always available at all properties but is not always free and is not included in the package price. In Fátima, most properties offer free parking. In Lisbon, parking may carry an additional cost paid directly to the hotel. You can check parking details during the booking process or contact the Portugal Getaways team and we will prioritize properties with free parking.

The rental car is useful for driving between Lisbon Airport and Fátima and for day trips from Fátima. In Lisbon, the car is not needed. The city is compact, walkable, and well served by trams, metro, and Uber®. Parking in Lisbon can be expensive and complicated in the historic center. We recommend leaving the car at the hotel or at a nearby car park during your Lisbon stay and using public transport or Uber® for city exploration.

No. City taxes are not included and are paid directly at each hotel. 

No. All activities are optional and at additional cost. Popular add-ons include a private guided tour of the Fátima Sanctuary, a Pastéis de Nata experience in Lisbon, a Fado dinner in Alfama, a Lisbon food and market walk, and a Sintra hiking tour. Tours can be added during the booking process or after booking.

Both destinations work well year-round. Spring (April to June) offers mild temperatures around 18°C to 22°C (64°F to 72°F), ideal conditions for driving and sightseeing, and the Sanctuary is particularly atmospheric during the May and October pilgrimage dates. Summer (July to August) reaches 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), the busiest period with the largest pilgrimages on the 13th of each month. Autumn (September to October) stays warm at around 20°C to 24°C (68°F to 75°F) with fewer crowds. Winter (November to March) averages 12°C to 16°C (54°F to 61°F), quieter and more affordable, with a more contemplative atmosphere at the Sanctuary.

Yes to all three. The Portugal Getaways team can add nights in Fátima or Lisbon, include Óbidos, Sintra, or the Algarve, or adjust the itinerary. If you are travelling solo, the package price is based on two travelers sharing a room and a single supplement applies. You can check solo pricing by changing the number of guests from 2 to 1 in the booking calendar before clicking See Dates and Prices. Contact the Portugal Getaways team directly and we will make it easy.

Portugal is consistently ranked as one of the safest countries in Europe for travelers, with no active conflicts and not affected by the current conflicts in Europe or elsewhere. Standard precautions apply throughout. US and Canadian passport holders do not currently need a visa for stays of up to 90 days. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your return date. ETIAS is not yet mandatory. When it becomes mandatory, the Portugal Getaways team will notify you in advance. 

The land portion of your package is refundable if cancelled at least 14 days before your travel date. Airfare is non-refundable from the moment it is issued. Travel insurance with cancellation cover is strongly recommended. 

For general support, contact the Portugal Getaways team at our regular number, available every day from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time. Outside office hours, an emergency number is provided in your trip documents. For local emergencies in Portugal, dial 112.