Explore the marvels of the civil parish of Fátima with a day trip to this sacred village in rural Portugal. Visit the site of the famous apparitions of the Virgin Mary, see the impressive basilica and other historic sites, and then discover the wonders of the former medieval capital of Coimbra.

Head south and inland from the coast to reach Fátima, This renowned site of religious pilgrimage shows you the place where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to 3 shepherd children. Visit the Sanctuary of Fátima, a group of buildings that commemorate the site, to admire the elegant architecture and learn the storey behind its international reputation.

Next, see one of the country's oldest universities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site at Coimbra. The grounds of the renowned 13th-century campus let you wander through the narrow streets and old stone walls of this thriving academic hub. See the grand Coimbra Cathedral and discover the terrace bars and trendy restaurants at a contemporary riverfront park before you head back to Porto in the evening.