Portugal Discovery, Self-drive
Portugal Discovery, Self-drive
Portugal Discovery, Self-drive
8 Days Starting and ending in Lisbon, Portugal
Visiting: Lisbon, Evora, Alter do Chão, Castelo de Vide, Tomar, Coimbra, Porto, Guimaraes, Espinho, Ovar, Aveiro, Figueira da Foz, Sintra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
29004
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Physical rating:
Low, EASY
Age range:
10-99
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Art, Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology
From:
$1502
$1427 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$75
Tour Overview
Bathed by the Atlantic – the influential waters of Portugal’s history, conquests and invasions – this land boasts a richness and diversity of attractions. Between the modern and the traditional, this tour will allow you to discover the country’s mediaeval walled cities, authentic villages and fantastic panoramas. Start and finish this self-drive tour in Lisbon, visiting major highlights from Castelo de Vide to Oporto and Figuiera da Foz.Â
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
After you arrive at the Lisbon International Airport, a tour representative will meet and greet you. Then go pick up your rental car, travel instructions and documents. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring Lisbon, Europe's second oldest capital after Athens and once home to some of the world's greatest explorers. Few cities are as packed history as this one is, with classic and surprising sites, cultural treasures, and a beautiful setting that makes it a paradise for walkers and photographers. Drive to your first hotel and check in to spend the night.Â
Overnight in Lisbon.
Day 2 : Lisbon – Evora – Alter Do Chão (223Km – 2.45 Hrs)
Location: Lisbon, Evora, Alter do Chão
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, drive from Lisbon to Alter do Chão, where you will spend your next night. We suggest you drive along the route that passes through Evora, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site containing a wealth of architecture, gastronomy and handicrafts. The city, with its narrow streets of Moorish origin and contrasting squares where the light floods in, holds two millennia of history; absorb the secret soul that a diverse range of cultural influences has bestowed upon this very special city.
Overnight in Alter do Chão.
Day 3 : Alter Do Chão – Castelo De Vide – Tomar – Coimbra (241Km - 2.55 Hrs)
Location: Alter do Chão, Castelo de Vide, Tomar, Coimbra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Early in the morning after breakfast, we suggest you drive from Alter do Chão to Coimbra. Do not leave Alter do Chão  without visiting Castelo de Vide historical and charming village. Later, on your way to Coimbra, make sure to enjoy a stop at Tomar. Famous for being the former seat of the Order of the Knights Templar, Tomar is a city of great charm for its artistic and cultural wealth, whose greatest expression is in the Convent of Christ, one of the chief works of the Portuguese Renaissance.
Overnight in Coimbra.Â
Day 4 : Coimbra – Oporto (125Km – 1.5 Hrs)
Location: Coimbra, Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey today will take you to Porto. After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a walk or drive around town and visit the famous historical city centre of Coimbra and its world-famous University and Library. Coimbra is one of Portugal's oldest cities, containing fascinating traces of many bygone ages. Then, climb back into your car and drive along the marvellous Bussaco Forest, a fairy-tale-worthy magical forest with around 700 varieties of trees. In its very centre lies the neo-Manueline Bussaco Palace, one of Europe's most grandiose smaller palaces. Continue then to Porto, where you will spend the night.
Overnight in Porto.
Day 5 : Oporto – Guimaraes – Oporto (115Km – 1 Hrs)
Location: Porto, Guimaraes, Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Recharge your energies with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before enjoying a slow day of rest and relaxation. Spend some time strolling through the marvellous city of Porto, Portugal’s second biggest city, located on the hills at the mouth of the Douro River. Designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its historical buildings and outstanding monuments, it is undoubtedly one of the highlights of Portugal. Porto offers a compelling synthesis of ancient and contemporary attractions. Alternately, you can drive up to Guimaraes, which is also well worth a visit due to its historical centre, rickety houses and mediaeval buildings. UNESCO also listed Guimaraes as a World Heritage Site in 2001.
Overnight in Porto.
Day 6 : Oporto – Espinho – Ovar – Aveiro – Figueira Da Foz – Coimbra (212Kms – 3 Hrs)
Location: Porto, Espinho, Ovar, Aveiro, Figueira da Foz, Coimbra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before driving along the coast to your next stop: Coimbra. During this journey, do not miss the opportunity to visit other beautiful locations. We recommend you stop at Espinho, a small fishing village boasting little more than a minor canning industry. Its beach resort now draws crowds to its golden shores, where its quaint fishing boats still sits on the sands. Another interesting location is Ovar, known for manufacturing the traditional Portuguese tiles called ‘azulejos’. This originally Arab form of art dates back to the second half of the 15th century. The city of Ovar is also famous for its gastronomic speciality, the Pão de Ló sponge cake, a recipe passed down generations since the 18th century. Lastly, we suggest you visit Aveiro, also known as the Portuguese Venice. Drive to the city centre to admire its beautiful Art Deco façades and famous canals. You can also visit the wonderful resort at Figueira da Foz before finally checking in at your hotel in Coimbra.
Overnight in Coimbra.
Day 7 : Coimbra – Sintra – Lisbon (250Km – 2.5 Hrs)
Location: Coimbra, Sintra, Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before starting your journey back to Lisbon. Make this drive a leisurely one and enjoy the beautiful Portuguese landscapes on the way, stopping wherever you desire. We suggest stopping for a break in Sintra, a mesmerising town with a fascinating old centre and an impressive Royal Palace. Once you arrive in Lisbon, check-in at your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, wandering through the city or relaxing at the hotel. Explore this old piece of heaven by foot, browse its little shops, and indulge in the delicious pastries known as Pasteis de Belem. Visit San Jorge castle, connect with local history and savour a delicious glass of wine while admiring a hypnotising view from the castle. End your day with a lovely dinner in one of Lisbon´s charming little restaurants.Â
Overnight in Lisbon.
Day 8 : Departure Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start your last day in Portugal with breakfast at your hotel. Then, when you feel ready, bid farewell to Portugal and drive back to Lisbon Airport, where you’ll drop off the car and catch your flight back home.Â
What's Included
ACCOMMODATION:Â
- Â 7 night's accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONSÂ
Day 1,7 Lisbon:
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Vila Galé Opera or similar  4*
Day 2 Alter do Chão:
Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Alter do Chão or similar 4*
Day 3 Coimbra:
 Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Coimbra or similar 4*Â
Day 4-5 Oporto:
Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Porto Hotel or similar 4* Â
Day 6 Coimbra: Â
Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Coimbra or similar 4*Â
CAR HIRE OPTIONS Â
Car Group Y =  Renault Clio or similar   Â
MEALS:Â
- 7 Breakfasts
CAR HIRE: Â
- Unlimited Mileage
- Road Assistance 24 hoursÂ
- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
- Subject to an excess
- Road tax & VATÂ
OTHER:
- Â Meet and greet (Day 1)
What's Not Included
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the programme, including drinks during meals
- Tour guideÂ
- Tips and porterage
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Airport service fee
- Any charges not mentioned in the included items
- International or domestic flights
- All types of travel or personal insurance
- Optional tours, entrance fees
NOT INCLUDED IN CAR HIRE:
- Fuel, Fines, Tolls, Parking
- Personal Accident Insurance (PAI)
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Portugal. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay
Please Note
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of package is not allowed
- Due to the fleet updating, the models of Car Hire can be replaced by similar ones
- It is necessary that the client presents a credit card for Car Hire
- Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONSÂ
Day 1,7 Lisbon:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Vila Galé Opera or similar  4*
Day 2 Alter do Chão:
- Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Alter do Chão or similar 4*
Day 3 Coimbra:
-  Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Coimbra or similar 4*Â
Day 4-5 Oporto:
- Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Porto Hotel or similar 4* Â
Day 6 Coimbra: Â
- Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Coimbra or similar 4*Â
CAR HIRE OPTIONSÂ Â
- Car Group Y =  Renault Clio or similar   Â
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONSÂ
Day 1,7 Lisbon:
- Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Vila Galé Opera or similar  4*
Day 2 Alter do Chão:
- Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Alter do Chão or similar 4*
Day 3 Coimbra:
-  Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Coimbra or similar 4*Â
Day 4-5 Oporto:
- Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Porto Hotel or similar 4* Â
Day 6 Coimbra: Â
- Superior Hotel Category = Vila Galé Coimbra or similar 4*Â
CAR HIRE OPTIONSÂ Â
- Car Group Y =  Renault Clio or similar   Â
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, International or domestic flights are not included
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low, Physical difficulty level:
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Is a Meet & Greet Service provided by a company representative included in the tour?
Yes, Meet and greet (Day 1)
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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What do I need to bring?
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Portugal. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.Â
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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