Discovering the Best of Portugal - Porto, Douro, Coimbra & Lisbon - 9 Night Escorted Tour
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Tour Code:
PT-VIT-DISCP
Start City:
Porto
End City:
Lisbon
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
8 days
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| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
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| Thursday, Aug 01, 2024 | Thursday, Aug 08, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Sunday, Sep 01, 2024 | Sunday, Sep 08, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Friday, Nov 01, 2024 | Friday, Nov 08, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive in Porto
Welcome to Portugal! Upon arrival at Porto Airport, private transfer to your accommodation. Overnight in Porto.
Welcome to Portugal! Upon arrival at Porto Airport, private transfer to your accommodation. Overnight in Porto.
Day 2 | Porto
Embark yourself in a full day exploration of Oporto, voted Best European Destination 2012 by the European citizens. This is also known as "Cidade Invicta" (unvanquished city). Its distinct and unique character gave Porto a World Heritage classification. Aligned with the river Douro, rich in contrasts and well-preserved treasures, it is the ancient city of the Port of immeasurable beauty. After a walking tour of the heart of the town, enjoy a tasty lunch. The tour will end with a relaxing cruise of the Six Bridges. Overnight in Porto. (B)
Embark yourself in a full day exploration of Oporto, voted Best European Destination 2012 by the European citizens. This is also known as "Cidade Invicta" (unvanquished city). Its distinct and unique character gave Porto a World Heritage classification. Aligned with the river Douro, rich in contrasts and well-preserved treasures, it is the ancient city of the Port of immeasurable beauty. After a walking tour of the heart of the town, enjoy a tasty lunch. The tour will end with a relaxing cruise of the Six Bridges. Overnight in Porto. (B)
Day 3 | Medieval Gems: Braga & Guimaraes
Join a small group excursion to Minho, visiting Braga and Guimarães, where medieval vibes transport you through old streets and iconic monuments like castles and palaces. Braga, once a Roman city, witnessed a tumultuous history before becoming a Christian center. Its Se, the oldest in Portugal, holds great historical significance. Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage city, played a pivotal role in the founding of Portugal by D. Afonso Henriques, boasting medieval and sixteenth-century architecture. Overnight in Porto. (B)
Join a small group excursion to Minho, visiting Braga and Guimarães, where medieval vibes transport you through old streets and iconic monuments like castles and palaces. Braga, once a Roman city, witnessed a tumultuous history before becoming a Christian center. Its Se, the oldest in Portugal, holds great historical significance. Guimarães, a UNESCO World Heritage city, played a pivotal role in the founding of Portugal by D. Afonso Henriques, boasting medieval and sixteenth-century architecture. Overnight in Porto. (B)
Day 4 | Douro Valley
After breakfast, meet your private driver-guide and explore the fantastic Douro Region, a place of tradition born from the culture of wine production. Visit one of the most famous Wine estates and taste its delicious Port Wines. Embark on this adventure through the Douro Valley and enjoy the majestic vineyards around you, loaded with grapes. You will enjoy a typical lunch in a local restaurant. Overnight in Douro Valley. (B, L)
After breakfast, meet your private driver-guide and explore the fantastic Douro Region, a place of tradition born from the culture of wine production. Visit one of the most famous Wine estates and taste its delicious Port Wines. Embark on this adventure through the Douro Valley and enjoy the majestic vineyards around you, loaded with grapes. You will enjoy a typical lunch in a local restaurant. Overnight in Douro Valley. (B, L)
Day 5 | Coimbra
Meet your driver and motor to Coimbra, one of the most charming cities in this country. Here you will join a tour to explore the city. Coimbra, with its rich history, was once the residence of Count Dom Henrique and Dona Teresa, parents of Portugal's first king, Dom Afonso Henriques. This city witnessed the forbidden love of Dom Pedro I and Dona Inês, a poignant story that still influences its heritage. Coimbra was the medieval capital of Portugal, but it was during the Renaissance that it became a hub of knowledge when Dom João III moved the University here permanently. In later centuries, the city saw the influence of the Jesuits and royal work by Dom João V and Dom José I, shaping its monuments and education. Overnight in Coimbra. (B)
Meet your driver and motor to Coimbra, one of the most charming cities in this country. Here you will join a tour to explore the city. Coimbra, with its rich history, was once the residence of Count Dom Henrique and Dona Teresa, parents of Portugal's first king, Dom Afonso Henriques. This city witnessed the forbidden love of Dom Pedro I and Dona Inês, a poignant story that still influences its heritage. Coimbra was the medieval capital of Portugal, but it was during the Renaissance that it became a hub of knowledge when Dom João III moved the University here permanently. In later centuries, the city saw the influence of the Jesuits and royal work by Dom João V and Dom José I, shaping its monuments and education. Overnight in Coimbra. (B)
Day 6 | Tomar & Óbidos
Meet your driver and transfer from Coimbra to Lisbon. You will have an en-route stop in Tomar and Obidos. Tomar is one of central Portugal's most cute small towns, with an adorable historical center and Unesco World Heritage-listed Convento de Cristo. Founded 850 years ago, this venerated headquarter of the mythical Knights Templar is a mix of Gothic and Manueline. The medieval town of Óbidos is one of the most picturesque and well-preserved in Portugal. Óbidos has had historical strategic importance in the territory. It had already been settled before the Romans arrived on the Iberian Peninsula, and the town prospered after being chosen by the royal family for the development of several beautiful churches. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
Meet your driver and transfer from Coimbra to Lisbon. You will have an en-route stop in Tomar and Obidos. Tomar is one of central Portugal's most cute small towns, with an adorable historical center and Unesco World Heritage-listed Convento de Cristo. Founded 850 years ago, this venerated headquarter of the mythical Knights Templar is a mix of Gothic and Manueline. The medieval town of Óbidos is one of the most picturesque and well-preserved in Portugal. Óbidos has had historical strategic importance in the territory. It had already been settled before the Romans arrived on the Iberian Peninsula, and the town prospered after being chosen by the royal family for the development of several beautiful churches. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
Day 7 | Lisbon
Meet your knowledgeable guide in the vibrant heart of Lisbon and embark on a captivating tour of this enchanting city. Lisbon is a city steeped in rich history and enduring traditions. Framed by the picturesque Tagus River, our tour ventures to monumental landmarks, bearing witness to historic sea voyages and providing access to one of Lisbon's most enthralling museums. Explore Alfama, an ancient and traditional Lisbon quarter resonating with the melancholic sounds of Fado, and Baixa-Chiado, the bustling commercial heart of Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
Meet your knowledgeable guide in the vibrant heart of Lisbon and embark on a captivating tour of this enchanting city. Lisbon is a city steeped in rich history and enduring traditions. Framed by the picturesque Tagus River, our tour ventures to monumental landmarks, bearing witness to historic sea voyages and providing access to one of Lisbon's most enthralling museums. Explore Alfama, an ancient and traditional Lisbon quarter resonating with the melancholic sounds of Fado, and Baixa-Chiado, the bustling commercial heart of Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
Day 8 | Sintra & Cascais
Discover one of the most famous attractions in the country, grandly located at the top of the Serra de Sintra - the Pena Palace. Your expert guide will walk you through its richly decorated rooms and introduce fascinating facts about Portugal's history. In the historic center of Sintra, enjoy free time to explore the narrow streets full of regional shops. On the return to Lisbon, discover the villages of Cascais and Estoril, traditional fishing areas known as the "PortugueseRiviera". Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
Discover one of the most famous attractions in the country, grandly located at the top of the Serra de Sintra - the Pena Palace. Your expert guide will walk you through its richly decorated rooms and introduce fascinating facts about Portugal's history. In the historic center of Sintra, enjoy free time to explore the narrow streets full of regional shops. On the return to Lisbon, discover the villages of Cascais and Estoril, traditional fishing areas known as the "PortugueseRiviera". Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
Day 9 | Lisbon
Enjoy a day at leisure in Lisbon or add an optional experience to your journeys. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
Enjoy a day at leisure in Lisbon or add an optional experience to your journeys. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)
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Everything that was detailed in the itinerary was carried out during the trip. Our guide Terry was wonderful, professional and very informative. He explained important details and made sure we saw all we could. The bus was clean and comfortable.