Press release date: 12th September 2012
The sunshine has well and truly left our shores and the autumn chill has started to arrive. If you want one last week of good weather before the winter hits then Joe Walsh Tours have just the thing for you. Jet off to the Lisbon coast for 7 nights and combine the usual sun holiday activities, such as the beach or pool, with a pilgrimage tour to Fatima.
Depart on: 3rd October 2012 for 7 Nights or 4th October 2012 for 7 Nights
Prices from €689pp + tax
This holiday with a difference will see you spend 4 nights in the renowned spiritual town of Fatima, home to one of the world’s most famous Marian Shrines.
Whilst in Fatima you will have the option to enjoy a full religious programme which has been organised by Joe Walsh Tours. You may also take part in a number of activities, highlights of which include:
Following your stay in Fatima, you will then be transferred to the trendy resort of Estoril on the Lisbon Coast where you will spend 3 nights. This seaside area is well-known for its sandy beaches, quality restaurants and historic fishing village atmosphere.
Whilst in Estoril you can relax in the surroundings of the 4* Eden Hotel which enjoys enviable views of the Atlantic Ocean. While you are in Estoril you may also wish to take part in a number of optional organised activities, highlights of which include:
- A full day tour of Lisbon which takes in places such as the Church of St Anthony, The Cathedral of Lisbon and the Church of Jeronimos
- A full day tour of Braga, Oporto & Balazar
- A full or half day tour of Nazare
- A half day tour of Santarem, highlights of which include the Church of the Holy Miracle, the monument of St Irene and Portas Do Sol
- A full or half day tour of Coimbra
- A half day tour of Ortiga/Ourem
Prices include: Direct flight from Dublin to Lisbon, transfer on arrival to hotel in Fatima, 4 nights accommodation in hotel in Fatima, daily breakfast, lunch and evening meal served at hotel, transfer to hotel in Estoril, 3 nights accommodation in 4* Estoril Eden Hotel in Estoril, daily breakfast and evening meal served at hotel, transfer to Lisbon airport for direct flight to Dublin, luxury air-conditioned coach for all transfers and tours, English speaking guide throughout the tour, porterage at airport and hotels, full assistance of Joe Walsh Tours representative at airports and a pilgrim badge.
Please note: Price per person sharing twin/double rooms with facilities. Price is exclusive of airport taxes and charges totalling €75. Single rooms are on request at a supplement of €30 per night.
The Joe Walsh Tours group is the longest established Tour Operator in Ireland (1961).
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