Best of Portugal (Bus Tour)

Highlights

Dining Summary

• 4 Dinner (D)
• 10 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Lunch (L)

Be My Guest

• Panoias-Ourique: Visit a family ranch and learn about Portugal's Lusitano horse. Hear an ancenstral story of unrequited love that defined the character (and colour) of the ranch before sitting down to a home-cooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in the heart of the Alentejo region.

Dive into Culture

• Lisbon: Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and exquisite example of Manueline architecture.
• Porto: Savour the flavours of Portugal's centuries-old Port heritage and gain insights into its local production at a tasting in a Port cellar.

Iconic Experience

• Lisbon: With your Local Specialist, visit the Belém Quarter to see the modern Monument to the Discoveries and the medieval Belém Tower.
• The Algarve: Explore the history of the Algarve in depth.
• Évora: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your Local Specialist and see the famous Roman Temple. Witness the fascinating cathedral and its mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
• Castelo de Vide: See the traditional cobblestone streets and whitewashed homes of Castelo de Vide.
• Casa de Mateus: Admire the Baroque architecture of Mateus Palace and its gardens.
• Douro Valley: Marvel at the extensive terraced vineyards as you travel through the Douro Valley.
• Guimaraes: See Guimarães Castle and the Palace of Dukes before walking through the medieval squares of central Guimarães.
• Porto: See the Clérigos Tower, Avenida dos Aliados and the Palácio da Bolsa former stock exchange.
• Coimbra: With a Local Specialist, visit the University and witness the triumphal arches, painted ceilings, and walls of ancient tomes in the Joanina Library.
• Tomar: Dominating the town is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Templar Castle and the Convent of Christ. During your visit with a Local Specialist, see the Manueline Window and follow the story of the mysterious Knights Templar.
• Fátima: Join the faithful at one of the world's holiest sites and pay homage at the Chapel of the Apparitions or see the basilica.
• Batalha: Join a Local Specialist to see the Monastery of Batalha, with included entry to the cloisters and chapels.
• Nazaré: Enjoy time at leisure on Portugal's Costa de Prata.
• Obidos: Stroll along the cobblestone streets and view the traditional azulejos of medieval Óbidos, perhaps stopping in a local shop to try the regional cherry liqueur, Ginja.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

• Lisbon: Bid farewell to your Portuguese adventures at the award-winning organic vineyard Vale da Capucha which prides itself in producing organic and biodynamic wines. Your experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

Must-see Highlights

• Explore Lisbon, Évora, Porto, Coimbra and Tomar
• Discover the Algarve, Lagos, Castelo de Vide, Viseu, Nazaré and Óbidos
• Visit the Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon, the cathedral in Évora, the Palace Gardens at Palacio de Mateus, the Stock Exchange Palace, Arabian Hall and a local port wine cellar in Porto, the University Library of Coimbra, the Convent of Christ in Tomar and Batalha's Gothic Monastery
• View the Castle of Guimarães and the Shrine at Fátima

Included in Price

Whats Included

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Optional Experiences and free time
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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