Lisbon

Parque das Nações - A modern area in Lisbon featuring the Oceanarium, the largest aquarium in Europe.

Baixa, Rossio & Restauradores - The heart of Lisbon with its main squares and boulevards.

Parque Eduardo VII - Offers a stunning view of the downtown area from the park.

Santuário Nacional de Cristo Rei - Provides a breathtaking view of Lisbon and the suspension bridge.

Lisbon - Includes the Monastery of Jerónimos, Tower of Belém (entrance fee), Monument of Discoveries, and the famous Pastéis de Belém (custard pastries).

Alfama - The oldest district in Lisbon, dating back to Moorish times.

Sintra-Cabo da Roca-Cascais-Estoril Coast

Palácio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz - The National Palace of Queluz (optional visit).

Centro Histórico de Sintra - Options to visit include: Pena Palace (entrance fee), Sintra National Palace (entrance fee), Quinta da Regaleira (entrance fee), Palace of Monserrate (entrance fee), and the historic center of Sintra.

Cabo da Roca - The westernmost point of mainland Europe.

Cascais - Features Boca do Inferno, a natural oceanside crater, and offers a free walk around Cascais.

Estoril - Enjoy a drive along the Estoril coast, known as the Portuguese Riviera, back to Lisbon.

Lisbon-Óbidos-Fátima-Coimbra-Porto

Óbidos Village - Stroll through the cobblestone streets and alleys of this medieval village.

Fátima - Visit the world-renowned shrine.

University of Coimbra - Explore one of the oldest universities in the world.

Biblioteca Joanina - Discover one of the most beautiful libraries in the world at the old University of Coimbra.

Porto - Arrive and stay overnight in Porto.

City of Porto

Porto - Enjoy a panoramic tour visiting the shoreline and the mouth of the Douro River.

Torre dos Clérigos - Visit the Clérigos Tower, Lello Bookstore, and Carmo Church.

Rua Santa Catarina - Explore Aliados Boulevard, Bolhão Market, Santa Catarina shopping street, and Café Majestic.

São Bento Railway Station - Visit São Bento train station, the Cathedral of Porto (admission fee), and walk the upper level of the Dom Luís I iron bridge.

Vila Nova de Gaia - Tour the Port wine cellars (admission fee), take a Rabelo boat tour (admission fee), and enjoy a riverside walk.

Overnight in Porto.

Braga and Guimarães

Guimarães - Explore the city where Portugal was born, and walk through the historic area.

Guimarães Castle - Visit the first castle in Portugal, a national symbol.

Braga - Walk through the historic area of this Roman-founded city.

Bom Jesus Funicular - Marvel at this stunning baroque religious site atop a hill with spectacular views over Braga. Ride the world’s oldest water-powered elevator.

Porto - Return to Porto.

Douro Valley-Lamego

Amarante - Stop at one of Portugal’s oldest villages.

Peso da Régua - The heart of the Douro Valley.

Pinhão - Enjoy a boat tour to admire the valley’s beauty (admission fee) and visit the train station with ceramic tiles depicting grape harvesting and transportation.

Quinta da Pacheca - Optional visit with Port wine tasting at one of Portugal’s most renowned wineries.

Lamego - Drive to Lamego and stay overnight.

Lamego-Trancoso-Seia (Bread Museum)-Serra da Estrela

Santuário Nossa Senhora dos Remédios - Visit this baroque shrine atop a hill overlooking Lamego.

Museu do Pão - Explore this unique Bread Museum.

Serra da Estrela - Drive to the peak of Portugal’s tallest mountain, reaching 2000 meters (6000 feet). Overnight at Serra da Estrela.

Historic Villages of Portugal

Belmonte - Near Serra da Estrela, Belmonte is one of the oldest Sephardic (Jewish) villages in the world.

Historic Village of Monsanto - A charming old village built entirely with local granite stone.

Castelo de Vide - An ancient Portuguese village in the Alentejo region with one of the world’s oldest synagogues.

Marvão - A timeless granite stone border defense village, perched atop a mountain with a medieval castle.

Overnight in Marvão.

Elvas-Vila Viçosa-Évora

Garrison Border Town of Elvas and its Fortifications - Visit the largest garrison town in Europe.

Castle of Vila Viçosa - Explore the Bragança family’s castle, the Portuguese royal family palace in the Alentejo province.

Corticarte - Arte em Cortiça - Tour a cork factory (Portugal is the world’s largest cork producer).

Évora - A UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Bones Chapel (admission fee), Roman Temple, and Giraldo Square (main square).

Overnight in Évora.

Monsaraz-Mértola-Vila Real de Santo António-Cacela Velha-Tavira

Monsaraz Castle and Walls - Visit the old castle and its walls, and walk through the slate stone village.

Vila Real de Santo António - A town built in the 18th century to initiate the Portuguese canned sardine industry.

Fortaleza de Cacela - A seaside fortress guarding Portugal’s southern Mediterranean border.

Tavira - An old fishing city in the Algarve and a summer beach resort. Overnight in Tavira.

Olhão-Faro-Portimão-Praia da Rocha-Lagos

Mercado de Olhão - Visit one of Portugal’s most famous seafood markets.

Faro - The capital of the Algarve region. Explore the historic area.

Portimão - Stroll along the Arade River and enjoy lunch at one of the many traditional fish restaurants.

Praia da Rocha - Walk the boardwalk of one of Europe’s most famous beaches.

Lagos - The starting point for early Portuguese sea expeditions to Africa. A magical old city with vibrant nightlife. Overnight in Lagos.

Lagos-Sagres-Alentejo Coastline-Lisbon

Ponta da Piedade - Take a boat ride along the rugged coast and explore the natural caves.

Fortaleza de Sagres - Visit the world’s first nautical school where great Portuguese seafarers were trained.

Cape Saint Vincent - Explore the southwesternmost point of Europe.

Vila Nova de Milfontes - A renowned Portuguese beach in the Alentejo coastal region.

Parque Natural da Arrábida - Enjoy a breathtaking view of Tróia Beach (the longest in Europe) from the top of the Arrábida mountain.

Lisbon - Return to Lisbon. End of itinerary.

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• Airfare to Portugal

Embark on an all-encompassing twelve-day journey across Portugal. This tour will escort you across the variegated terrains, timeless hamlets, and vibrant cities that Portugal offers.

We’ll guide you through Portugal’s finest destinations. From Serra da Estrela’s towering pinnacle to the pristine sandy beaches of Algarve. The urban jungles of Lisbon, the conventional cities of Porto and Coimbra. Experience the magnetism of quaint historical towns like Sintra, Aveiro, Obidos, Evora, Monsaraz, Marvao. Feel the ocean air in Olhao or Setubal. Savor the globally renowned Portuguese gastronomy with the Algarve seafood, Belem pastries, Porto francesinhas, grilled sardines from Lisbon, the codfish cakes, all paired with superior Portuguese red and white wines and the distinctive Port wines, Green wines and Ginga liqueur. There’s a sea of sights waiting for you! Marvel at age-old castles, impressive monuments, natural caves and grottos, awe-inspiring sea vistas, meandering rivers of gold and silver - an unforgettable blend of scenic charms and mouth-watering flavors.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.