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Christmas on the Lisbon Coast
Christmas on the Lisbon Coast
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Christmas on the Lisbon Coast
7 Days Starting and ending in United Kingdom
Visiting: United Kingdom, Cascais, Óbidos, Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Lisbon, Mafra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SXPLIS
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 24
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
18-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Fairy-tale towns, sumptuous palaces and seafaring cities are highlights of this festive holiday on the Lisbon Coast, and they are all the more magical at Christmas.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 Uk - Cascais
Location:
United Kingdom, Cascais
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Vila Gale Cascais
Meals Included:
Dinner, D
Today, you fly to Lisbon where on arrival we'll transfer you to your hotel in the coastal town of Cascais. After checking in, unpack and relax, then use your free time to explore the hotel or head into the town before meeting up with your travelling companions for a welcome drink and dinner at the hotel.
Day 2 Christmas Eve, Óbidos
Location:
Óbidos, Cascais
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Vila Gale Cascais
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner, BD
We're off to the hilltop town of Óbidos today. Home to a striking castle, the town stuns all year round – but at Christmas it really takes things to the next level with its colourful decorations, twinkling lights and festive Christmas Village. The compact historic heart of the town is easy to explore on foot and consists of narrow cobbled streets lined with white houses and small, independent shops. Why not pick up local specialities such as cherry liqueur or artisan handicrafts during free time here, before we head back to the hotel and enjoy dinner together.
Day 3 Christmas Day, Cascais
Location:
Cascais
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Vila Gale Cascais
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, BLD
Feliz Natal! Today is a day to spend in the way that makes you happiest. You'll have a joyful Christmas lunch with your fellow travellers at the hotel, as well as a festive Portuguese dinner later on. Otherwise, choose your own activities. You might want to explore the gorgeous beaches and gardens of Cascais, or stroll along Rua Direita, the main street.
Day 4 Boxing Day, Sintra & Cabo Da Roca
Location:
Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Vila Gale Cascais
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner, BD
Whether you consider yourself a history buff or just have an eye for beauty, you're sure to fall in love with Sintra, where we're going today. This UNESCO-listed town is jam-packed with breathtaking, historically significant architecture, from the grand villas belonging to local residents to the multiple palaces that dominate the skyline.
We'll start with a tour of Sintra National Palace, with its unmistakable twin chimneys and lavish painted interiors. Before heading back to the hotel we'll visit the Cabo da Roca Lighthouse, the beautifully isolated building that marks the westernmost point of continental Europe.
Day 5 Lisbon
Location:
Lisbon, Cascais
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Vila Gale Cascais
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner, BD
Something completely different is on the agenda today, as we make our way to Lisbon for a change of pace. The Portuguese capital is renowned for its Christmas lights, which put on a dazzling display all over the city.
Discover a wealth of historic architecture in the Moorish Quarter and view the iconic Belém Tower, which sits on the beautiful River Tagus. In the Maritime Museum, we'll then learn about Portugal's long history of naval exploration. Look out for the figurine of the archangel Raphael, which travelled all the way to India with the explorer Vasco da Gama – and back.
Day 6 Mafra
Location:
Mafra, Cascais
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Hotel Vila Gale Cascais
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner, BD
You'll head off this morning to the Baroque National Palace at Mafra. When work began on this monumental complex in 1717, no expense was spared with approximately 45,000 men working on the palace, basilica and monastery. During your visit a highlight will be the magnificent library, decorated with marble and exotic wood and containing around 35,000 volumes.
Day 7 Lisbon - Uk
Location:
Lisbon, United Kingdom
Meals Included:
Breakfast, B
Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before we transfer you to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
What's Included
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Accommodation
6 nights in a 4-star hotel
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Meals
13 included meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners including Portuguese specialities on Christmas Eve
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Return flights from Heathrow with TAP Air Portugal
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Holiday Director & Specialist Local Guide
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Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
What's Not Included
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Insurance
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, Return flights from Heathrow with TAP Air Portugal
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
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What is the maximum group size?
Average group size is 24
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Will I eat alone?
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
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Am I guaranteed a room of my own?
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
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What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
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