Portugal Independent Journey (trip)

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Portugal Independent Journey

  • Porto, Portugal
  • Active & Adventure
Portugal, Europe

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Contact provider for price8 DaysYear-round
Luxury accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: Travcoa 24 people max
Savoring life slowly is a Portuguese passion. For any lover of fine food and wine, this journey is a dream come true. This epicurean adventure is set against the backdrop of historic Portugal, a country covered with international World Heritage Sites and graced by one of Europe’s most relaxed and attractive capitals. Discover the historical landmarks, lovely old restaurants, and sun dappled vineyards. It might be hard to discern if the warm feeling inside is coming from the natural beauty of the country or from the delightful glass of port that lingers on your palette. A perfect and elegant maturity crafted to delight the senses seems to characterize everything you experience on this journey through the less traveled wonders of Portugal.

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Special information

  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

DAYS 1 & 2

Porto, Regua & Pinhao, Portugal

Your afternoon tour of Porto includes the highlights, visiting the Stock Exchange Palace, the Lello bookshop, an exquisite landmark dating to the early 1900s and Casa do Infante. Journey along the picturesque River Douro, through the Port Wine region. Meet the owner at Quintada Pacheca wine estate who will show you their process of producing wine and sample their Port. (B) 

Hotel Infante de Sagres, Porto

DAY 3

Obidos & Sintra

Visit the quaint and white-walled town of Obidos, founded by the Moors in the 18th century. Then continue on to the aristocratic town of Sintra, where English poet Lord Byron lived, and called “Paradise on Earth.” (B) 

Hotel Tivoli Palacio de Seteais, Sintra

DAYS 4 & 5

Cascais & Lisbon

Your morning tour of Sintra will explore some of the castles including “Palacioda Pena,” or Pena Palace. Then follow the scenic coastline, referred to as the Portuguese Riviera, with breaks to take in wonderful vistas. On Day 5, enjoy a tour of Lisbon, starting with a visit to the 16th-century Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery. Take a ride on the charming tram for a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. (2B) 

Hotel Lapa Palace, Lisbon

DAY 6

Reguengos de Monsaraz & Evora

Évora is a royal city with more than 2,000 years of history. Enjoy a walking tour through the labyrinthine streets—admiring the Moorish courtyards, Renaissance fountains, and gothic doorways and turrets. (B, L) 

Convento do Espinheiro, Evora

DAYS 7 & 8

Igrejinha, Arraiolos & Lisbon

Depart Évora and drive to Herdade dos Coelheiros wine estate for a private visit. After lunch at the estate, explore the quaint little town of Arraiolos before returning to Lisbon. On Day 8, you will be taken to the airport for your flight home or onto your next destination. (2B, L) 

Hotel Lapa Palace, Lisbon

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