Portugal Highlights | Guided Group Tour | 8 Days

Day 1:                                                   LISBON

Upon arrival into Lisbon airport, transfer to your tour hotel. Overnight in Lisbon.

Day 2:                                                   LISBON

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, a visit to the city, formerly known as Olissipo, touring its main squares and avenues, including the Belém Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery (exterior), and the Monument to the Discoveries. Free afternoon to explore the nostalgic corners of the city, such as the Alfama District, or to take the optional excursion to Sintra and Cascais (UNESCO World Heritage sites). Overnight in Lisbon. (B) 

Day 3:                                                   LISBON – MONTEMOR O NOVO – EVORA

After breakfast, departure to the Alentejo region and arrival in Montemor-o-Novo. Free time in this charming town, known for its wineries and dominated by its impressive castle, featuring the elegant Torre do Relógio. Continue to Évora, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its well-preserved medieval architecture. City tour to see its magnificent Roman Temple, the grand Cathedral, and the hauntingly beautiful Chapel of Bones (entry included). Overnight in Evora. (B)

Day 4:                                                   EVORA – TOMAR – COIMBRA

After breakfast, we will depart for Tomar, a city steeped in history and mystery, where you will discover its rich heritage as an ancient stronghold of the Knights Templar. The highlight of your visit will be the Convent of Christ, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its impressive Manueline architecture and intricate details. Free time to stroll through the ancient streets, visit old churches, and immerse yourself in the captivating stories of this charming town. Continue to Coimbra and meet with a local guide for a city tour, known for its prestigious university (one of the oldest in Europe), its charming medieval streets, and its beautiful riverside promenade. Overnight in Coimbra. (B)

Day 5:                                                   COIMBRA – AVEIRO – PORTO

Breakfast at the hotel and then continue to Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname “The Venice of Portugal.” Free time and then departure to Porto, where we will visit one of the city’s renowned wineries for a tasting of the local wine, and we will visit the museum “Porto Across The Ages,” which will help us understand the history of this city. Overnight in Porto. (B)

Day 6:                                                   PORTO

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Porto, the second city of Portugal, which boasts significant historical and cultural heritage, including the Cathedral, the Stock Exchange building, and the Church of Santa Clara. The rest of the day is free to continue discovering the secrets of Porto. (B)

Day 7:                                                   PORTO – BATALHA – OBIDOS – LISBON

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Manueline Gothic style, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Free time, then continue to Obidos, a charming medieval town located in central Portugal. It is famous for its well-preserved castle and historic centre, characterized by narrow cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses adorned with colourful flowers, and traditional tilework. The town is surrounded by solid 14th-century walls, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. After this stop, we will depart for Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon. (B) 

Day 8:                                                   LISBON

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport. End of our services. (B)

Accommodation (or similar):

LISBON: VIP Grand Lisboa, or VIP Entrecampos, or VIP Art’s

EVORA: Hilton Garden Inn

COIMBRA: NH Dona Ines**

Note: The departure on April 27, 2025, will not be accommodated in Coimbra, but in Tomar.

PORTO: HF Ipanema Park, or Bessa Boavista

Includes:

• Guided city tour with local guides in Lisbon, Évora (Chapel of Bones entrance included), Coimbra and Porto.
• Wine tasting and visit to ‘Porto Across the Ages’ museum in Porto
• Bilingual Tour Escort throughout the journey
• Transportation in a luxury coach
• Accommodation at selected hotel class
• Daily breakfast
• Transfers as per itinerary

Things to Note:

• Accommodation is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel changes, but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
• Itinerary is subject to change at any time without notice.
• Service charges and tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
• Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
• Baggage Policy: 1 suitcase per person up to a maximum of 25 kilos and maximum measurement of 157cm dimension (the dimensional measurement of a suitcase is the sum of length, width, and height). Only suitcases of higher measures will be accepted if they are shared between two passengers. Handbags should be taken care of personally with you. Only one hand baggage per person is allowed. Compulsory excess baggage penalties apply. We recommend that you carry only the luggage you will need. Remember that your trip will be more enjoyable if you don’t have to continually worry about heavy and bulky baggage.
• When the group is made up of 12 or fewer passengers, the circuit will have no guide, but a knowledgeable expert driver-guide. Such change will not be considered as a significant change of the trip.
• Lisbon, Coimbra and Porto Local City Tax is not included, to be paid directly to the hotel.
• **The departure on April 27, 2025, will not be accommodated in Coimbra, but in Tomar.