03 Apr 2025
I enjoyed this day trip with Anastasia. It was our 2nd tour with her and I highly recommend her. She relates a wealth of information and anecdotes about the landmarks thst you see that they come alive in your mind. She is also very personable and friendly. I did not feel my best in the afternoon, she made sure to stop at a pharmacy and translate my symptoms to the pharmacist and when we returned to the vehicle after wandering in the castle, she had bought me a bottle of carbonated water which I appreciated very much.
Fatima is a must stop for any catholic. It’s like the Vatican of Portugal. Enjoyed seeing the children’s homes which are preserved as they were. The monastery in Batallia was amazing. The light reflected onto the giant columns through the stained glass. Loved our stop in Nazare, despite the fact that I wasn’t at my best. The sight of the village and ocean is always good for the soul. The castle was a fun stop at the end of the tour. Always amazed how they were able to build such structures so long ago.
In summary, I highly recommend this tour.