Exploring Portugal – from Lisbon to Porto in just one week. This stunning country has so much to offer, with its beautiful coastline, remarkable history and delicious cuisine. Our adventure begins in the vibrant capital of Lisbon before venturing further afield to the picturesque city of Porto. With visits to some of Portugal’s oldest and most fascinating sites along the way, this is an incredible way to experience it all!
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Tour Highlights
Start point
Lisbon Airport (LIS), Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (LIS), Alameda das Comunidades Portuguesas, Lisbon, Lisboa 1700-008, Portugal
13:00 – 22:00
End point
Oporto Airport (OPO), Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO), Pedras Rubras, Vila Nova da Telha, Porto 4470-824, Portugal
06:00 – 12:00
Itinerary
Day 1 Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Arrive at any time. An arrival transfer is included from the airport to the hotel.
There are no activities planned for this day. Lunch and dinner are not included — overnight in Lisbon.
Accommodation: 4 stars hotel. Overnight in Lisbon.
Day 2 Lisbon – Sintra
Gather together at the hotel lobby promptly at 08h30 am as we embark on a journey to Sintra, located just a short 30 km drive away from Lisbon. This magical place is where lush vegetation and mild temperatures make it almost feel like Paradise. The Pena Palace stands proud overlooking the town and your entrance ticket is included in this tour. A must-try delicacy here is Piriquita’s queijada pastry – a real treat!
No visit to Portugal is complete without seeing the 16th-century Jeronimo’s Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to Portuguese explorers and their patrons, while Belem Tower (entry not included) stands tall in all its glory. Take a trip back in time at an old patisserie that has managed to preserve Portugal’s finest pastry secret recipe for over a century.
Accommodation: 4 stars hotel. Overnight in Lisbon.
Meals: Breakfast, Pastry Pastel de Belém (one Portuguese custard tart and one coffee are included), and Pastry Piriquita (one cake and one coffee are included).
Day 3 Lisbon – Nazaré – Fátima – Braga
Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am.
Beginning an amazing journey on Portugal’s “Silver Coast”, a person can start in the quaint village of Nazaré. This place earned its name from a monk bringing a figure of the Virgin Mary from Nazareth to town during the 4th century. For stunning views of the region, visitors take the short ride on the funicular that climbs up 110m (360ft) to Sitio high above Nazaré. From there, one can survey all around and appreciate sights such as Nossa Senhora da Nazare Church with its two Baroque belfries and 18th-century ceramic tiles showing Biblical stories.
Nazaré, Portugal is well known for its culture and the importance placed on modesty. Women of the coastal town opt to wear skirts with seven petticoats to keep them warm from the cold sea wind while staying covered up. In 2011, Nazaré’s landscape was forever altered by surfer Garret McNamara who was towed into a 78-foot monster swell off the coast and created a world record. Since then, each winter some of the best surfers flock to Portugal in search of waves just like McNamara’s behemoth!
Nazaré, Portugal’s most popular fishing village, is renowned for its beach and vibrant culture. Our next stop is the pilgrimage town of Fatima. Here we pay our respects at the Chapel of Apparitions, a place that has held religious significance since 1917. On May 13th three children were tending to their sheep when an intense light filled the area – two more flashes followed from which emerged a Lady carrying a white rosary. She told them it was important to pray and asked them to repeat this ritual for five consecutive months on the thirteenth day at the same hour. It is believed that during these visits The Virgin Mary divulged her Three Secrets of Fatima to those young shepherds.
The Sanctuary of Fatima is a pilgrimage place, motivated by Our Lady’s apparitions to the three shepherds.
Accommodation: 4 stars hotel. Overnight in Braga.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 4 Porto
Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am. The tour starts with a pleasant walking tour at the UNESCO World Heritage Historical Center. Starting with the impressive settlement of over 20.000 blue tiles in São Bento Train Station.
We will begin our journey with the renowned 12th century Porto’s Cathedral, an insight into the city’s and Portugal’s history. After that we will explore the medieval district, finishing on Rua das Flores; a commercial street filled with vibrant art and flowers. The gorgeous City Hall is a must see as well as Clérigos Tower and its noble quarter.
Making our way to lunch in one of the liveliest places in town, you’ll be able to sample local gastronomy. Afterward, you can venture to a traditional Wine Cellar “Cave” for a guided visit and taste of Port Wine (2 great wines), this complex fortified wine known worldwide.
Accommodation: 4 stars hotel. Overnight in Braga.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Port Wine Tasting.
Day 5 Douro Valley
Douro Valley – Full-Day
The Meeting point will be at the hotel lobby – 08h30 am.
Kicking off the day with a wine-tasting session at a local producer, you’ll get to explore the nuances of port wine. Take in the breathtaking beauty of Douro Valley as you’re driven past its remarkable landscapes. Continuing your adventure, you’ll head towards Porto’s Cathedral which dates back to 12th century and allows you insight into city’s compelling history. Next up is Rua das Flores – a commercial street brimming with vibrant artisans, flowers, and street performers. You will also explore majestic City Hall and Clérigos Tower along with its noble quarter before finally settling for lunch in an eatery serving authentic Portugese gastronomy. Winding down your journey is an hour long boat tour through river and vineyards offering sweeping views of the valley ahead!
Accommodation: 4 stars hotel. Overnight in Braga.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Boat trip in the Douro River and Port Wine Tasting.
Day 6 Braga
Meeting point at the hotel lobby – 09h00 am.
Once breakfast had been consumed, we gathered for a quick briefing about the Bom Jesus do Monte Shrine. Our ascent of the mount would be via its funicular – thought to be the world’s oldest in service and powered by a water balance system. Each cabin on-board contained a tank of water which was full at the top level but emptied at the bottom, thus allowing for movement thanks to its passenger-dependent weight difference. As far as our descent was concerned, this would take place along footpaths before heading to visit both the Cathedral and downtown area. Duration: 1/2 day.
Accommodation: 4 stars hotel. Overnight in Braga.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 7 Oporto Airport (OPO)
End of the program. There are no activities planned for this day. Lunch and dinner are not included.
Meals: Breakfast.
Suggestion: Book an extra night in Braga and Coimbra & Aveiro – Full-day (Post-tour extension).
What’s included
Accommodation
2 Nights Lodging in a 4-Star Lisbon Hotel (Olissippo Marquês de Sá or similar).
4 Nights Lodging in a 4-Star Braga Hotel (Mercure Braga Centro or similar).
Guide
Guide throughout the tour (English-speaking)
COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
Travel restrictions to Portugal eased in late February. To fly into Portugal, non-EU travelers will need to show the following:
A negative test result. It must be an RT-PCR test (TAAN) performed in the last 72 hours, or a rapid antigen test (TRAg), performed in the last 24 hours.
A vaccination certificate shows your completed vaccination regimen within the last nine months (270 days). Those who have been vaccinated more than nine months ago need to receive an additional vaccine dose (booster) to enter Portugal.
Health Measures in Portugal
Portugal no longer requires visitors to present vaccine certificates or negative test results to enter public places like restaurants, hotels, bars, museums, etc. Masks outdoors are optional. Indoor masks are still required.
Meals
Breakfast is included every morning in all multi-day tour packages
Lisbon: Enjoy a demonstration and tasting of the famous ‘pastéis de Belém’ (one cake and one coffee)
Piriquita: queijada (one cake and one coffee)
1 Lunch in the Douro Valley
1 Lunch in Porto
Port Wine tasting (Standard 2 great wines)
Additional Services
Sintra: Pena Palace (ticket entrance included). Explore the vibrant culture, cobbled streets, and old-world architecture in Sintra. Wander through the spectacular and colorful painted Pena Palace, perched high on a hilltop, and its grand gardens.
Braga: Entrances in the Cathedral of Braga & Bom Jesus do Monte Shrine
Transport
Transfer: from Lisbon Airport to Hotel in Lisbon
Transfer: from Hotel in Braga to Oporto Airport
Douro River cruise (1 hour approximate)
Private transfers during the tours
What’s not included
Insurance
This tour does not include travel insurance. Please make sure you are adequately covered. You can arrange travel insurance with your preferred provider, or check here to see what our Travel Experts recommend.
Optional
Suggestion: Book an extra night in Braga and Post-tour extension – Coimbra & Aveiro – Full day.
Additional Services
Drinks and meals not specified;
Entrances other than mentioned;
City tax;
Telephone and personal expenses.
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