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Top 10 Private Tours in Obidos, Central Portugal
When 13th-century Portuguese Queen Isabel passed through Obidos and marveled at its beauty, her husband King Denis I simply gave it to her. For centuries after, the kings of Portugal followed suit, presenting the picturesque little town to their queens as a wedding gift. With its white buildings shining as brightly now as then, the walled city of Obidos is very popular with tourists, its hillside location offering amazing views of the Estremadura area. The medieval castle is a main attraction.
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1. Fátima, Batalha, Alcobaça, Nazaré and Óbidos Private Tour from Lisbon
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Fátima, Batalha, Alcobaça, Nazaré and Óbidos Private Tour: Bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal's west coast is full of lovely towns, where history and poetry claim their space and the vegetation's green hues and immense blue sea stretch out as far as the eye can see. Our mission is to show you the intense beauty of this palette of colors.
Inclusions: Private tour, Driver/guide (full time trip leader), Comfort pack (fresh waters and cleaning wipes), Ginjinha" Tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off - for Lisbon central hotels, Lisbon cruise terminal, or Lisbon airport.
Exclusions: Food and drinks unless specified, Entrance fees (Batalha Monastery 6€, Student and Senior 3€; Alcobaça Monastery 6€), The baggage is limited to one standard suitcase and a small carry-on bag per person., Gratuities are not included.
Reviewed By VickyB522
With only 2 full days in Lisbon, I wanted to book a tour that would allow us to see as much as possible. The most popular tours on TripAdvisor are the walking tours, however in the 4 hours they allow to only cover one, possibly two of the most popular neighborhoods in Lisbon, I kept scrolling until page 4 of tours when I came across THIS tour from Essencia da Latitude. For 5 hours we got every part of Lisbon and in the hot temps, we were privately chauffeured around by Daniel (superb!) but then stopped often for a good view or to see the various monuments or churches that make Lisbon so special. Growing up and still living in Lisbon, Daniel was an excellent guide as he knew everything! We could tell he was very proud of his city and he loved showing us as much as possible. He was a whizz at maneuvering through the vey narrow streets of old Lisbon, but then took us far away from the old part to also include the newer parts of the city. My husband and I later said we never would have been able to cover all of that ground on our own, even if we had stayed in Lisbon longer. After doing this tour, we felt we HAD seen and learned everything there was to about Lisbon and chose to spend out last day outside of the city. I also chose this tour because it was labeled with the “clean and safe” stamp and by being in a private tour we were even more assured that our contact with others would be at a minimum. Both we and Daniel wore masks, which did NOT take away from enjoying the tour, plus Daniel always opened and closed the vehicle door FOR us, also a hygiene measure. Daniel was very proud of the fact that Lisbon is making all attempts to “go green” for a lack of a better word and stops for water included a cooler with a glass flask with water and served in paper cups. We do hope that once the Covid period allows Portugal to fully recover, they can continue this effort and gain more world recognition for it. At the end of our tour, Daniel gave us many recommendations for restaurants and sightseeing and followed up per WhatsApp to make sure we had our answers and to thank us again for allowing him to show us Lisbon. We have never had such a friendly, interesting and downright good person as a tour guide before and we HIGHLY recommend Daniel and Essencia da Latitude. In closing I would just like to say that overall, we as Swiss felt SAFER in Portugal than we do here in our own country. The Portuguese continue to take the Covid situation very seriously and sanitizing and mask wearing have become the norm there, even out in the open streets...it became second nature to us and a small price to pay for being able to stay healthy and enjoy traveling in such a beautiful country as Portugal!!!!
2. PRIVATE Car Obidos - Nazaré - Alcobaça FULL DAY
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore the culture and traditions of Portugal on an 8-hour tour of Óbidos, Nazaré and Alcobaça
Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By robskils
Wonderful guide, great information. We leaned so much about the city, its history, the story of Portugal more generally, and the connection between our two countries. Really - couldn't recommend highly enough!
3. Private tour to Fátima - Batalha Monastery - Nazaré and Óbidos
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Enjoy a private tour to the west region of Portugal. Discover the cultural heritage and natural beauty of Portugal on a day trip for small groups to Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos departing from Lisbon. Enjoy Fátima, one of the most important sites for Christianity around the world, after the visit you will have the opportunity to explore the picturesque fishing village of Nazaré and the medieval town of Óbidos and you will visit the Monastery of Batalha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a great construction in gothic style, one of the seven wonders of Portugal. Enjoy the astonishing landscapes of the Atlantic coast, always accompanied by graduated and experienced guides.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Driver, Monuments, All insurance, Ticket of Batalha monastery
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch
Reviewed By clehrman
Andre was an amazing guide and the trail was one of a kind. Never in a million years could I have navigated it without him. We had a great conversation and the time flew by. It was a great way to get outside the city of Lisbon and explore. It is a bit challenging in parts and when the guide tells you to wear pants, trust them :)
4. Half-Day Private tour to Obidos and Nazare From LISBON
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Just approx 1h15m from Lisbon, Book this Half-Day Private Tour to visit Obidos Medieval Village and Nazare Fisherman Village from Lisbon, on a half-day private tour (morning or afternoon period). The medieval village of Obidos is one of the most popular in Portugal, built several hundred years ago, with the fascinating walls of the castle around the village. Stroll around the old streets and get some free time to explore the village and visit the local shops and the castle. Visit also the fisherman village of Nazare, one of the most popular fisherman villages in Portugal. Visit the old lighthouse where has been recorded the biggest ever surfed wave in the world (30 meters – 100 foot), and also the sanctuary/church of Nazaré, famous for it’s original and unique carved image our Our Lady of Nazareth, brought from Galilee (Holy Land) 1500 years ago.
Inclusions: Hotel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off (Lisbon, Cascais or Sintra), Private Tour Guide (English Speaking), Mercedes-Benz Private Transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Accommodation / Personal Expenses
Reviewed By H5467ACdonnas
This is a late review, but necessary. We thoroughly enjoyed our private day tour with Sintra Magik in Fatima. The Shrine of course was incredible. The visit to the family home and meeting their descendants were equally touching. We sampled the local cuisine and appreciated the hospitality. Our tour of the religious factory allowed us to return with artifacts for our family. We were so fortunate to have a delightful Irish priest bless these keepsakes. An awesome, memorable day. We highly, highly recommend this tour group.
5. The Fatima, Nazare, and Obidos Triangle - Private Tour
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
This tour will cleanse your heart and soul! We will take you to 4 main locations in comfort in a late model vehicle equipped with Wi-Fi and A/C . These are Fátima, the famous Sanctuary that welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists from all over the world, Batalha (Its Monastery was built to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese over the Castilians at the battle of Aljubarrota in 1385), Nazaré, a colorful fishing village in central Portugal which also has some great history and it is home to the biggest surfable waves in the world, and finally... Obidos, the classic Portuguese fortified town which once guarded the region. It radiates charm from the narrow cobbled streets to the quaint houses, through to the imposing medieval castle. After a most enjoyable and relaxing day it is back to Lisbon where you will be dropped off at your hotel/apartment.
Inclusions: Private tour , Transport by modern comfortable vehicle, Driver/guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Live commentary on board, Complimentary Ginginha (cherry liqueur) in chocolate cup
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By shearst25
We were very much looking forward to this tour but unfortunately the weather wasn't that great especially by Portuguese standards we were told. However it turned out to be a wonderful day out. Evora is beautiful. We also got the chance to learn everything about cork and olive oil and buy REAL cork items since a lot of it in the corner shops in Lisbon seems to be fake. Great lunch (be careful if you're a vegetarian since there aren't a lot of options and that applies to Portugal in general) and amazing wines with a very informative and enthusiastic presentation from Mariana at Ribafreixo (?) estate. Our guide Paolo was also very polite and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
6. Transfer from Lisbon to Oporto with visits on the way
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Have you thought about doing a Transfer from Lisbon to Oporto with stops? Instead of making only simple transfer, making a few stops on the way visiting some of the most symbolic cities in Portugal, take advantage of this opportunity, undoubtedly the best way to optimize your time. Visiting places can be changed to Fatima or Aveiro ( no extra cost ), just by informing our booking assistant during Booking.
Inclusions: Certified Driver/Guide, Bottled water, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Personal accidents insurance, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance Fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By FLWINCSC2020
Ruben was a great guide. He picked us up at the Lisbon airport and took us on a 4 hour tour of Sintra and Castle of the Moors. Hugo was easy to work with and responds quickly on email. Would recommend this tour and company.
7. Discover Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré and Óbidos by comfy van - Private Full Day Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The first stop on the tour will be Fátima, the most famous sanctuary in Portugal. Here you will learn all about the apparitions that took place in 1917, when 3 little shepherds saw the image of the Virgin Mary. The next stop will be the town of Batalha, where you will have the chance to visit one of the most impressive buildings in the country: the Monastery of Batalha. Built by order of King John I, its construction was a way of celebrating the victory in a battle against the Castilian army. Inside, you can see the tombs of the King, his wife, and their sons, including the famous tomb of Prince Henry, the Navigator. The next stop will be Nazaré. Located near the coast, it is the perfect location to stop for lunch and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Ocean. Óbidos will be the last stop of the tour. Take the time to stroll around the medieval-looking streets of this lovely town surrounded by old walls. Here you will have the chance to try the famous sour cherry liquor.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Entrance Monastery of Batalha, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottle of water, Cherry liquor of Óbidos, Liability and personal accident insurance, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) - Mask and Desinfectant gel
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By BrettP977
We had the privilege of having a personal tour by Beatrix. It was great to see her passion for this beautiful city. You could see her eyes light up when she talked about the history of Lisbon. Would definitely recommend this tour for anybody wanting to really learn about Lisbon. Thanks Beatrix!
8. Day trip to Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima and Batalha
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Make a fascinating day trip from Lisbon to the cities of Obidos, Nazareth, Fatima and Batalha. During the day, explore the medieval town of Obidos and learn interesting facts with your guide. Enjoy lunch (if the option is selected) in the picturesque fishing village of Nazaré. Visit the Monasteries of Alcobaça and Batalha, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy your free time in Fatima to visit the Sanctuary of Fatima. On the way back to Lisbon, enjoy the enchanting landscape of Portugal. Enjoy an entire day trip from Lisbon to the Portuguese cities of Óbidos, Nazaré, Fatima and Batalha. In the morning, explore the charming medieval village of Óbidos and learn interesting facts with your tour guide. Indulge lunch (if you select this option) in the picturesque fishing village of Nazaré. Visit Alcobaça and Batalha Monasteries, the UNESCO World Heritage Site. And enjoy free time in Fatima to visit the Sanctuary. On the way back to Lisbon, appreciate Portugal.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation
Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Reviewed By caseydoyle64
This tour was great! Miguel was very friendly and knowledgeable. We asked to add in a stop and he was very accommodating, and we managed to see more than what was described!
9. Óbidos, Alcobaça and Nazaré, Private Tour, Full Day
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Historical, cultural and purposeful; this tour has it all. Obidos is a place of ancient legends and miracles. Enter through the walls of the most romantic village in Portugal and experience some of what it was like to live in medieval times. Next you will visit the spellbinding, gothic Monastery of Alcobaça where you will learn of some gripping stories. Nazare is now known for its big wave surfing, but this small coastal town has a traditional fishing community. Support local by tasting fresh fish specialities such as grilled sardines and caldeirada (fish stew) at any of the excellent local restaurants. End the day at the famous lighthouse to watch the sunset over the ocean. Highlights - Do good by supporting these local, rural communities - Step back in time at the quaint, medieval village of Obidos - Visit the unique and wondrous Monastery of Alcobaca - Support local communities at the fishing town of Nazare - Enjoy the beautiful Portuguese countryside on the journey
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Private Driver/guide, Live commentary on board
Exclusions: Lunch, Entry tickets are not included
Reviewed By ConnecticutLindy
As we only had a few days in Lisbon we were keen to see as much as possible. This tour was fantastic! We got to see the beautiful Pena Palace in Sintra which was top of our list. Our guide, Carlos was super knowledgeable about Portuguese history and introduced us to the culture. We loved this tour and hope to use Classic Portugal again! Great experience!!!!
10. Portugal Fatima Sanctuary | Batalha | Alcobaça | Nazaré | Óbidos
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Sanctuary of Fatima represents the great symbolism of the apparition of the virgin Mary to the three shipyards. Though if you are not a religious person, its atmosphere and whole around Fatima inspires a peaceful place in particular the large walking area. After a stop at Fátima, you will be visiting Batalha other historical mark city with its impressive gothic monastery. In the next stop, it is your decision either visiting Nazaré or Village of Óbidos. Nazaré is a fisherman village with the famous record surfer waves in the world. In addition to the big waves you can admire its cliffs, canyons and the beautiful sightseeing with the endless sea from the beautiful fort. The other option is visiting the inland medieval village of Óbidos with its unique surrounded fortified walls. Inside, it presents its beautiful cobbled streets, shops and traditional colourful houses dated back from 13th century. The Ginjinha is the famous typical liqueur you won’t miss.
Inclusions: Wifi
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Reviewed By lovingitinPortugal
Our second day out with Rui. After a drive through the hills we arrived at Quinta Santa Maria in Gidril, a village perched on the edge of a valley. We were greeted by our British expat host who guided us through the beautiful grounds and outbuildings of the Quinta tasting wines and enjoying nibbles along the way. The wines were flavourful, and the nibbles carefully chosen to enhance each we tasted. Before leaving we purchased a couple of bottles to savour at home, of course! Next stop of the day was The Monastery at Mafra. While this 400 room palace may once have housed a monastery, it was the biggest and most ornate of the several palaces we were able to visit during our time in Portugal- built with Brazilian gold and reputed to have emptied the treasury! Rui will do custom tours, as ell: For our third trip we have Rui taking us on a self-designed Templar Castle tour. We suggested three sites we wished to visit and he put together our itinerary ending with a boat ride to The island of Castelo Almourol. Bound to be another magical day!
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