A Week In... Portugal
Portugal may be small but it's big on vibrant culture, history, and natural beauty that invite intimate exploration. Discover the seafaring charms of the coast, the lush river valley vineyards, the hilltop castles and villages in its alpine interior and monuments to man-made achievements during stays in gracious palace hotels and pousadas.
Discover the seafaring charms of the coast, the lush river valley vineyards, the hilltop castles and villages in its alpine interior and monuments to grandiose man-made achievements... Portugal may be small... but it's big on vibrant culture, history, and natural beauty that invites intimate exploration. Spend two nights in the ancient port city of Porto with guided visits to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Douro Wine Region and the historic center of Oporto. Your unique accommodation in Evora is a converted, 15th-century convent, setting the scene for guided exploration of the Convent of the Order of Christ and the historic city, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, plus wine and olive oil tastings in the country; and in Lisbon, a two-night stay in Portugal's capital city includes excursions to seaside Cascais and Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unique experiences include visits to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites on guided visits with local experts, and tastings of world-famous port wine and olive oil during a tour and lunch at a renowned winery.
Discover the seafaring charms of the coast, the lush river valley vineyards, the hilltop castles and villages in its alpine interior and monuments to grandiose man-made achievements... Portugal may be small... but it's big on vibrant culture, history, and natural beauty that invites intimate exploration. Spend two nights in the ancient port city of Porto with guided visits to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Douro Wine Region and the historic center of Oporto. Your unique accommodation in Evora is a converted, 15th-century convent, setting the scene for guided exploration of the Convent of the Order of Christ and the historic city, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, plus wine and olive oil tastings in the country; and in Lisbon, a two-night stay in Portugal's capital city includes excursions to seaside Cascais and Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unique experiences include visits to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites on guided visits with local experts, and tastings of world-famous port wine and olive oil during a tour and lunch at a renowned winery.
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- Tour Operator
- Tauck Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 12/31/2024
- Duration
- 8 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Porto | Arrive Porto Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Hotel Infante Sagres. A transfer is included from Porto Int'l Airport to Hotel Infante Sagres in the city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Please join us tonight for a welcome reception followed by dinner at the hotel. Lodging:Hotel Infante Sagres Meals: D |
| Day 2 | Porto | Painted Tiles & Port Wines in Porto Colorful, eclectic Porto rises on staggered hills beside the Douro River where the river empties into the Atlantic. Port wine originated here in the 17th century and is still the region's mainstay product, brought down from the vineyards of the Douro River Valley. Begin the day with a guided tour of Porto's historic district and its beguiling architecture, from medieval to Baroque to Beaux-Arts, winding alleyways, miradouros (lookout points), opulent palaces and churches. Public art is everywhere in the boldly colored painted tiles (azulejos) that adorn city buildings, including the historic São Bento train station, which you'll see. A guided ride aboard a traditional rabelo boat along the Douro River precedes a visit a port wine cellar for a tour and tasting before lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Douro. Return to your newly restored hotel in Porto's historic district to relax and spend the rest of the afternoon and evening as you please. Lodging:Hotel Infante Sagres Meals: B, L |
| Day 3 | Obidos | Explore Coimbra This morning travel to Coimbra, located on the Mondego River in central Portugal, for a guided tour of one of the oldest universities in the world. The University of Coimbra was actually founded in Lisbon in 1290 but relocated here in 1308. While walking through the campus, take note of the uniforms its students wear; they were the inspiration for the attire worn by Harry Potter and his classmates. Visit its 18th-century library, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to some 56,000 volumes, many of which date from the 16th to 18th centuries. Continue on to the seaside Praia D'EI Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort in Obidos for an overnight stay. Lodging:Praia D'El Rey Marriott Golf and Beach Resort Meals: B, L, D |
| Day 4 | Evora | Obidos & Alentejo Wine Country Spend the morning exploring on your own in the hilltop walled town of Obidos, described by Conde Nast Traveler as a medieval town that looks like it was lifted from the pages of a fairy tale. Enjoy time to wander along its cobbled streets that meander up to the ramparts, passing picturesque whitewashed houses charming with cascading bougainvillea and painted doors of every color. According to a popular legend, ever since King Dinis gifted this pretty town to his beloved Queen Isabel de Aragon in the 13th century, princes have offered it to their brides too. Lunch today is at a traditional estate in the Tejo wine region (formerly Ribatejo). This evening, check into your luxury hotel, a restored 15th-century convent outside of town, where dinner tonight is at your leisure. Lodging:Convento do Espinheiro Meals: B, L, D |
| Day 5 | Evora | Medieval evora Start your day with a walking tour of Evora's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including its beautiful botanical gardens. The city's history reaches back 2,000 years; Portuguese kings resided here during the country's Golden Age, and you'll see royal palaces rich in Manueline architecture as your local guide peels back Evora's layers of history with stories about its Roman roots, its Moorish influences, and its glory years in the Middle Ages as a seat of learning and the arts. After lunch at a local restaurant, return to your hotel in Evora and spend the rest of the day and evening as you wish. Lodging:Convento do Espinheiro Meals: B, L, D |
| Day 6 | Lisbon | Maritime Monuments & Art in Lisbon Depart Evora and head for Portugal's colorful capital city of Lisbon; upon arrival, enjoy a guided visit to the Tile Museum, followed by a guided tour of the Belem district, including visits to the Monument to the Discoveries, and Jeronimos Monastery, where Vasco da Gama and Portugal's kings are buried (subject to availability). Following a lunch of local specialties, check into your landmark Lisbon hotel on the luxurious Avenida da Liberdade, and spend the evening as you please in this historic city.
Lodging:Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa Meals: B, L |
| Day 7 | Lisbon | Sintra, Cascais & a farewell evening Today, visit Sintra - a romantic city of castles, monuments, and palatial estates, where your morning includes a tour of the National Palace of Pena, a Romanesque retreat crowning a mountain peak, and resplendent with yellow and pink painted buildings, crenellated turrets, and a medley of architectural styles; it was inspired by castles on the Rhine. After some free time to explore as you wish in Sintra, meander through picturesque landscapes to the beach town of Cascais on the Portuguese Riviera for a walking tour; return to Lisbon for an afternoon spent as you please. Then join us this evening for a private tour and dinner at 18th-century Palacio de Queluz as your 8-day journey throughout Portugal journey comes to a close. Lodging:Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa Meals: B, L, D |
| Day 8 | Lisbon | Journey home Tour ends: Lisbon. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa to Lisbon Airport. You should allow a minimum of 3½ hours for flight check-in. Lodging: Meals: B |
- Dates/Pricing
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- * All prices are per person in U.S. dollars, based on double occupancy.
Itinerary Changes - Although not expected, Tauck reserves the right to alter the sequence of ports or omit or substitute scheduled ports or attractions at any time without prior notice.
