Highlights of Portugal
Highlights of Portugal
Highlights of Portugal
8 Days Starting in Porto, Portugal and ending in Lisbon, Portugal
Visiting: Porto, Douro River, Lisbon, Cascais, Estoril, Sintra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1176
Group Type:
Independent
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Physical rating:
Low, All Ages / Not applicable
Age range:
7-99
Tour operated in:
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Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Travel through charming Porto, the capital of the north and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the capital of Lisbon and wonder at the historic monuments of the capital. Immerse yourself in history, culture, and indulge in delicious regional wine. Explore the Douro Valley and see Lisbon's surrounding area including Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Porto Arrival
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the HF Ipanema, Porto, or similar
Meals Included: No Meals
Welcome to Porto! After your arrival at the airport, meet and greet your driver where you will be transferred to your hotel. Enjoy your first day in the city at your own leisure.
Day 2 : Porto Highlights & Cruise
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the HF Ipanema, Porto, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today discover the UNESCO-listed city of Porto in a tour of the northern Portuguese city. Explore Porto’s historical sights including the Old Town, a World Heritage Site. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit places filled with the tradition and culture of the city. End your tour beneath Porto’s famous six bridges during a boat ride.
Day 3 : Douro Valley
Location: Douro River
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the HF Ipanema, Porto, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today explore the wonderful Douro Region, a World Heritage-listed region famous for its port wine production on a small-group tour. Visit two award-winning wine estates in the heart of the valley for wine tasting. Embark on a Douro River cruise and gaze upon the scenic valley views surrounded by vineyards. After the tour, return to Porto.
Day 4 : Porto To Lisbon
Location: Porto, Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Hotel Britania, Lisbon, or similar
Meals Included: No Meals
After breakfast, meet your driver for a private transfer to the train station and board a high-speed train to Lisbon, traveling comfortably. Upon arrival in Lisbon, meet your driver for a private transfer to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore Lisbon on your own.
Day 5 : Lisbon Highlights
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Hotel Britania, Lisbon, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today marvel at the beauty and grandeur of Lisbon on a half-day small-group tour of its various emblematic monuments and districts. Meet your guide at the meeting point and discover its charming neighborhoods, like Belém and Alfama. See monuments the highlights of the city including the Belém Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery with its church, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and more.
Day 6 : Cascais, Estoril & Sintra
Location: Cascais, Estoril, Sintra
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Hotel Britania, Lisbon, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
See Portugal's natural and architectural wonders on a small-group, guided tour of Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril from Lisbon. Meet your guide at the meeting point in central Lisbon. Gaze upon the stunning scenery of Sintra Natural Park, and tour the Pena National Palace. Returning to Lisbon, drive along the Atlantic Coast to the fishing town of Cascais, a premier holiday destination of the Lisbon coastline and stunning sandy shores and beaches.
Day 7 : Lisbon At Your Own Pace
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: the Hotel Britania, Lisbon, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Experience the stunning Portuguese capital of Lisbon at your own pace. Optional excursions are available from Lisbon. Just tell us your interests and we will take care of the rest.
Day 8 : Lisbon Departure
Location: Lisbon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel, meet your driver and transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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• 3-nights in Porto based on 4-star hotels
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• 4-nights in Lisbon based on 4-star hotels
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• Daily breakfast
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• All airport and train station private transfers
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• Small-group guided tour of Porto with 6 Bridges Cruise
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• Small-group tour of the Douro Valley with river cruise and wine tasting
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• High-speed train from Porto to Lisbon
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• Small-group half-day tour of Lisbon
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• Small-group half-day tour of Sintra, Cascais, and Estoril
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• 3-nights in Porto based on a 4-star hotel
What's Not Included
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• International or domestic airfare
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• Gratuities to guides and drivers
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• Travel insurance
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• Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Local city tax for overnight stays
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• Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
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• Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included
Check out our Q&As
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, private airport transfers are included
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Entrance fees per the itinerary are included
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Company Instant Book
Yes
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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