Highlights of Portugal
Highlights of Portugal
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Highlights of Portugal
8 Days Starting in Porto and ending in Lisbon
Visiting:
Porto
,Coimbra
,Store Schist Villages - Figueira
,Lisbon
Tour operator:
Physical rating:
Low
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Trip Styles:
Activities:
Tour code:
ZMSZ
Group size:
1 - 12
Age range:
15-99 years
Tour operated in:
English
Interests:
Recommended For:
From:
$2053 (USD)
tourhub discount: $102
Tour Overview
Take in the highlights of the sun-kissed splendour of Portugal on an eight-day sightseeing adventure from Porto to Lisbon. Taste port in its birthplace, explore riverfront Coimbra and its historic university, and weave through the verdant countryside all the way to the capital. From the leafy Schist Villages to a traditional Fado show, you’ll be experiencing the best of Portugal’s arts and culture. Oh yes – they have pretty good custard tarts too. Put Portugal on your itinerary today with a small-group journey that gets you to the places you need to see.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Porto
Location:
Porto
Accommodation:
Hotel
Meals Included:
No Meals
Welcome to Portugal! Stretching along the banks of the River Douro, Porto is one of Portugal's most romantic cities. Known for majestic bridges, medieval riverside district with its cobbled streets, merchants’ houses and cafes, Porto is also well known for one more thing; surprise surprise – Porto is the birthplace of the fortified wine, port. Today, there’s an important welcome meeting at 6 pm where you’ll meet your group leader and fellow travellers. After your meeting, why not get the crew together and head out to an optional dinner – your group leader will know of some great spots to go.
Day 2 : Porto
Location:
Porto
Accommodation:
Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Take a leader-led orientation walk with your group this morning to get your bearings. Otherwise, the day is free to do as you please. The city's World Heritage-listed Ribeira district is packed with twisting alleys, staircases, and baroque churches, and is great to explore on foot. Sao Francisco church is known for its lavish interior with ornate gilded carvings. The palatial 19th-century Palacio de Bolsa, formerly a stock market, was built to impress potential European investors. Make sure you also visit Mercado do Bolhao, Porto's market, one of the city's institutions since 1914. For a sensational view of the whole town head to the Torre dos Clerigos (Clerigos Tower), or head down Allies Avenue to see the French-inspired buildings. Late afternoon, meet your leader and the rest of the group again to test out Portugal’s famed wine on an included port tasting. Oh, and in the evening, why not book yourself on a Rio Duoro cruise on one of the historic 'rabelo' boats to see the city from the water.
Included Activities:
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Optional Activities:
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Day 3 : Porto / Coimbra
Location:
Porto, Coimbra
Accommodation:
Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
The morning is free for you to explore Porto at your own pace. As you’ll be traveling over to Coimbra in the late afternoon or early evening, there will be a place to store your luggage for the day. If you’d like, you could head out of the city into the Duoro Valley, where the river weaves around hilly landscapes and past vineyards and small villages. There are a number of ways to discover the valley, including by boat or train, but make sure to check in with your leader to organise a trip that gets you back in time for the train to Coimbra. With a late arrival at your hotel, have a relaxing night in Coimbra.
Optional Activities:
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Day 4 : Coimbra
Location:
Coimbra
Accommodation:
Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Enjoy an easy day in Coimbra at your leisure. Sitting dignified on the banks of the River Mondego, Coimbra was once the capital of the country, and its royal heritage can be felt in its historic streets and buildings. Join your group leader on a wander through the lanes and squares of the Old Quarter and be sure to pass by the University of Coimbra – the oldest in Portugal. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy as you please before meeting with your group again for an evening Fado show. Coimbra's version of the fado is linked to the academic traditions of its university and musicians wear the traditional academic outfit: dark robes and capes. The music is characterized by sombre tunes and lyrics, often about the life of the poor, and inspired by mourning and melancholia.
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Optional Activities:
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Day 5 : Schist Villages
Location:
Store Schist Villages - Figueira
Accommodation:
Guesthouse
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Travel to the so-called Schist Villages, an amazing part of Portugal, yet a well kept secret, with friendly locals eager to welcome you to their villages. The area consist of 26 villages nestled between the hills and riverbanks, seamlessly merging into the surroundings due to the stone used to build them, schist, a metamorphic rock. The villages experienced abandonment during the 20th century, as people left to look for better life opportunities in the cities. Thanks to a government project aimed at boosting the local economy through sustainable tourism they are experiencing a renaissance. Once arrived, enjoy a beautiful walk in the hills surrounding the village you will be staying at. In the afternoon, consider joining a traditional cooking class and dinner. It will take place in one of the villages and is a perfect way to discover the local cuisine. Prepare a full meal using products grown locally, and you’ll get shown the ropes by local people. After the class, take a seat, have a glass of wine and enjoy the fruits of your own labour.
Included Activities:
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Optional Activities:
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Day 6 : Lisbon
Location:
Lisbon
Accommodation:
Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Travel back to Coimbra in a private vehicle and from there transfer to Lisbon by train. After a brief orientation walk, you are free for the afternoon. Much of Lisbon’s character and charm lies in its beautiful renovated buildings, grand boulevards, impressive castles and churches. Maybe visit one of the most symbolic buildings in the city, Lisbon Cathedral, which was built on the site of an old mosque in 1150 by Lisbon’s first bishop, Gilbert of Hastings. Inside are nine chapels, each with their own story to tell, and the wonderful Gothic cloister. Another option is to visit the medieval citadel of Sao Jorge Castle. The citadel dates back to Moorish times and sits on the highest point of the Old Town. Although much of the original castle has been destroyed throughout history, some sections of walls and 18 different towers remain today. Look down on a city swarming with endless angular white houses and buildings with distinct red terracotta rooftops.
Day 7 : Lisbon
Location:
Lisbon
Accommodation:
Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Make some further discoveries of Lisbon in the morning at your own pace. Roam through the charming narrow streets of local neighbourhoods do a spot of people watching, visit Belem Tower (a wonderful building originally designed as a lighthouse) and the vast, spectacular Monastery of the Jeronimos. Otherwise, head out for a day trip to Sintra – a royal sanctuary full of pastel coloured Romanticist buildings. In the evening, regroup and experience more of Portugal’s way of life by enjoying a sunset walk with your group and a wine and cheese picnic.
Included Activities:
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Optional Activities:
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Day 8 : Lisbon
Location:
Lisbon
Meals Included:
Breakfast
With no activities planned for today, you are free to leave at any time. That doesn’t mean your Portuguese adventure has to come to an end! If you wish to spend more time in Lisbon, we'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).
What's Included
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Lisbon - Sunset Picnic
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Porto - Port Wine Tasting
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Schist Villages - Nature & Village Walk
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Coimbra - Evening Fado Performance
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Meals
5 breakfasts
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Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Guesthouse (1 night)
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Transport
Train, Private vehicle
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
Transport
- Train , Private vehicle
Accommodation
- Hotel (6 nights), Guesthouse (1 night)
Included Activities
- Porto - Port Wine Tasting
- Coimbra - Evening Fado Performance
- Schist Villages - Nature & Village Walk
- Lisbon - Sunset Picnic
Meals
5 breakfasts
Check out our Q&As
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes if aged 15+ and accompanied by an adult
Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
Are international flights included in this tour?
No
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
How long has the tour company been trading?
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room
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Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
Intrepid Travel allows you to make 10 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 56 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Intrepid Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform intrepid travel, 56 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Intrepid Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: 30% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: 100% of booking price.
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COVID Protection
If you contract COVID-19 before you leave, or if government-imposed travel restrictions related to COVID-19 mess up your plans, you can cancel your trip right up until the departure day.*
*Some exclusions will apply. Please ask your booking agent for more information.
Trips on or before 31 December 2022
If your Intrepid trip starts on or before 31 December 2022, you must provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
If you are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons, you may apply for an exemption. Exemptions will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. To apply, you must provide a medical certificate from a medical professional.
Children under 18 are exempt. Children aged between 5 and 17 years old must provide proof of either vaccination, recovery or a negative COVID-19 test.
Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards
From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travellers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
However, we continue to strongly recommend that all travellers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and other Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.
This policy excludes all Polar trips and select adventure cruises, where testing and vaccination remains a requirement. Please refer to the Essential Trip Information of your chosen tour for more details.
Highlights of Portugal
8 Days Starting in Porto and ending in Lisbon
Visiting:
Porto
,Coimbra
,Store Schist Villages - Figueira
,Lisbon
Tour operator:
Physical rating:
Low
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Trip Styles:
Activities:
Tour code:
ZMSZ
Group size:
1 - 12
Age range:
15-99 years
Tour operated in:
English
Interests:
Recommended For:
From:
$2053 (USD)
tourhub discount: $102
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