LISBOA SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
All Saints Circuit — Nine Days of Faith, Stone and River from Lisboa to Santiago
A nine-day premium circuit from Lisbon that visits Fátima, Coimbra, Braga, Guimarães, Santiago de Compostela, Porto, Aveiro and Óbidos — this guide distills the route, key stops and practical packing notes for the journey.
All Saints Circuit — Nine Days of Faith, Stone and River from Lisboa to Santiago.
This premium circuit threads Portugal’s religious and historic high points into a single nine‑day itinerary: panoramic Lisbon, the Marian shrines of Fátima, the centuries‑old university city of Coimbra, the ecclesiastical centres of Braga and Guimarães, the pilgrimage hub of Santiago de Compostela, and Porto with a Douro river cruise — punctuated by medieval Óbidos and the canal city of Aveiro.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Fátima and the Chapel of Apparitions
Fátima is the spiritual spine of the circuit: visits include the Chapel of Apparitions, the basilica and grounds, the little shepherds’ house and Valinhos, the Via Crucis to the Hungarian Calvary, recitation of the Rosary and an evening candlelight procession.
University of Coimbra and Santa Clara Convent
Coimbra offers layered history: a panoramic view over the Mondego, the Old Cathedral and Church of Santa Cruz, a visit to the ancient university and the convent of Santa Clara with the tomb of Queen St Isabel.
Porto and the Douro River Cruise
Porto’s historic centre and the Stock Exchange Palace (notably the Arab Hall) are paired with a tourist boat cruise on the Douro River — a UNESCO‑listed riverside cityscape experienced from the water.
What the day feels like
What the nine‑day circuit feels like
The tour moves day by day from Lisbon’s panoramas and churches into inland shrines and university streets, then north through Minho’s episcopal cities to Galicia’s pilgrimage heart and back along the coast to Porto and Lisbon — a measured rhythm of guided walks, religious services and curated sightlines, with pockets of free time for independent exploration.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this circuit suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Nine days total; the itinerary moves steadily between cities with guided visits and some free time for independent exploration.
The circuit begins in Lisbon with arrival and a half‑day tour on Day 1 and concludes with a transfer to the airport from Lisbon on Day 9.
Comfortable seasonal clothing; comfortable walking shoes; sunscreen, hat and sunglasses; camera or mobile phone; personal documents (passport/ID).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The premium All Saints Circuit runs for nine days.
Where does the trip start and end?
The journey begins in Lisbon (arrival and half‑day tour) and ends with a transfer to the Lisbon airport on Day 9.
Is the Douro River cruise included?
Yes — the itinerary includes a tourist boat cruise along the Douro River while in Porto.
Will there be time for independent exploration?
Yes — for example, the program specifies a free afternoon in Porto for independent visits or shopping.
What should I pack for this circuit?
Pack comfortable walking shoes and season‑appropriate clothing, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses, a camera or mobile phone, and your personal documents (passport/ID).
Is this trip suitable for all ages?
The itinerary is presented as an all‑ages circuit, but participants should be able to manage regular walking and visits to churches and monuments.