Highlights of Portugal - 7 Days



Who is this trip for
Age range
15 - 99Start / End
- Porto
- Lisbon
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 12Meals included
6Highlights
- Take a walk through the idyllic coastal city of Porto and understand why the birthplace of fortified wine is renowned for its narrow lanes, charming buildings and delicious cuisine.
- Explore the country’s oldest university when discovering the historic riverfront city of Coimbra – once the capital of Portugal.
- Take in all the highlights of Portugal’s arts and culture scene with an included traditional Fado show in Coimbra.
- Check out the fishermen district in the coastal town of Nazare, home to the largest waves in the world.
- Join your leader in Lisbon for sunset views while enjoying a glass of local wine and some tapas – this is European living.
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Summary
Take in the highlights of sun-kissed Portugal on a seven-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 coastal sites of Nazare to the medieval town of Obidos and 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.
Itinerary
Day 1
Porto
Welcome to Portugal! Stretching along the banks of the River Douro, Porto is one of Portugal's most romantic cities. Known for majestic bridges, a 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
Take a leader-led orientation walk with your group this morning to get your bearings. One of the best ways to get to know Porto is through its port wine, so you’ll get a chance to test out Portugal’s famed wine on an included wine tasting. 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. 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. 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.
Day 3
Coimbra
Take a train to Coimbra this morning and head out on an orientation walk with your group to learn about the river-side city that was once the capital of the country. Wander through the lanes and square 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, maybe head back to the university and visit its library – but you’ll need to pre-book in advance! Tonight, meet up with your group again for a Fado show. Coimbra’s version of Fado is linked to the academic traditions of its university and the music is characterized by sombre tunes and lyrics.
Day 4
Nazare
Hop on a public bus and head to Nazare today, the coastal town famous for its giant waves. Head out on an orientation walk with your group and visit the fishermen’s district to see the open-air museum of historic boats – Barcos Salvas Vidas – and the open-air dried fish museum – Seca do Peixe. After, take the funicular to O Sitio to see Nazare from a different angle at the Suberco viewpoint, the upper part of the town high above the sea. You’ll also get to check out the Sanctuary of our Lady of Nazareth and the Ermida da Memoria. Tonight, watch the sunset cast glows on the white-washed town and head out for a seafood dinner.
Day 5
Obidos / Lisbon
Head to Obidos today, a historic town north of Lisbon. Your leader will bring your group on an orientation walk to learn about this charming medieval town that feels like stepping back in time. Wander its cobblestone streets to check out its whitewashed houses, churches and monuments, and the castle perched behind the castle walls. Try out the town’s signature ginjinha – sour cherry liqueur – at a tasting with the group. later in the afternoon continue to Lisbon,
Day 6
Lisbon
Explore the capital of Portugal this morning on an orientation walk with your group. Lisbon is known for its architecture, seafood and non-stop nightlife. There are some great modern and ancient art museums to check out, like the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and the National Museum of Contemporary Art. Get a real taste of local cuisine with a stop at a local shop for pasteis de nata with your group – Portuguese custard tarts. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own leisure, maybe take a day trip to Sintra – a royal sanctuary full of pastel coloured Romanticist buildings. Tonight, you could experience Portugal’s way of life by enjoying a glass of wine and some local bites while watching the sun set on the city’s terracotta rooftops with your group at one of the many scenic restaurants – your leader can point you in the right direction.
Day 7
Lisbon
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
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights)
Meals
Breakfasts: 6, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 0
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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Customer reviews & ratings
Thoroughly enjoyed my first experience with a (small) group tour! We had a brilliant Tour Guide who looked after us all very well - nothing was too much trouble! Travelling by train was great (try not to bring too much luggage!) and meeting interesting people from around the world was priceless!
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