Tour by cities: Porto; Lisbon;
Porto, Portugal
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Day 1: Arrival
Welcome to Porto - the romantic second-largest city in Portugal!Upon arrival you are transferred to your centrally located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free.
Day 2: Exploring the Highlights of Porto, Golf Courses
After breakfast you meet your guide who takes you on an exhilarating walking tour of Porto's main landmarks. Located along the Douro river estuary in northern Portugal, Porto encompasses one of the oldest European town centers which is in fact registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.The first stop of your tour is the iconic Lello Bookshop, the oldest bookshop in Portugal. This bookshop was often visited by J.K.Rowling when she taught English in Porto. During the tour you also admire the most iconic city monuments, including the railway station of Sao Bento, the Porto Cathedral and San Francisco Church.
After the tour you have your scheduled golf courses.
Day 3: Golf Courses
After breakfast your guide-driver takes you to golf courses in Porto.
Day4: Day Trip to the Douro Valley
Following breakfast, you meet your guide-driver who takes you on a full day tour to the breathtaking Douro Valley Wine Region - a famous UNESCO Heritage Site recognized as the best river destination of Europe.The tour starts in the historical city of Amarante, where you see the impressive Bridge and Sao Goncalo Church. Afterwards, you make a stop in Regua - the center of the Port wine region. As a highlight of the tour you are taken to wine tasting at Quinta Do Seixo from Sandeman, renown for its amazing view from the top of the mountain to the vineyards. Here you are treated to a wine tasting and lunch.
Your route then takes you along one of the most beautiful roads of Portugal to the small town of Pinhão, where you see beautiful blue tin-glazed ceramic tilework called Azulejos at the famous railway station. After the tour you are transferred to your hotel in Porto and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 5: Departure
After breakfast check out from your hotel and depart from Porto. - Included in your tripHotel Dom Henrique, Porto4-star hotel
5 days / 4 nightsWhy we chose this hotelWhy stay elsewhere when you can stay right in Porto's city center in the comfort and safety of the luxurious Hotel Dom Henrique? Your room with the warm and modern decor is air-conditioned, with fitted flat-screen TV and en-suite bathroom. Take advantage of the high-quality on-site restaurant Alem-Mar serving traditional Portuguese cuisine or relax in the Panoramic Bar tasting local wines and Porto.Included Experiences- Half Day Walking Tour with Private Guide
- Full Day Trip to Douro Valley with Guide-driver
Included Transfers- Arrival Private Transfer Sedan
- Departure Private Transfer Sedan
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Lisbon, Portugal
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Day 5: Arrival
Welcome to Lisbon - the fabulous capital of Portugal! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to the hotel for the check-in.The rest of the day is free so you can start exploring the magnificent city center on your own, dine in one of the local restaurants or take a good rest in your comfortable room.
Day 6: Exploring the Highlights of Lisbon & Fado Show
After breakfast you meet your guide and enjoy a panoramic walking sightseeing tour of Lisbon.During the tour you see the most famous attractions, including Restauradores Square with the Obelisk commemorating the Restoration of Portugal’s independence from Spain in 1640.
You take a funicular up to the Bairro Alto and admire the view of the Mouraria district and the Sao Jorge Castle, the charming neighbourhood of Chiado abundant in old cafés, shops and theaters.
Then you proceed to Baixa including Rossio Square, where you learn how the city was destroyed in 1755 by a massive earthquake, and then totally rebuilt to become the city of today.
Continue to Alfama Lisbon’s oldest district to admire Se Cathedral - the city’s oldest church and Commerce Square.
After the tour, you return to your hotel and have some time to rest before going to the Fado Show with dinner.
Day 7: Trip to Sintra & Visit to the Belem Quarter
Following breakfast you meet your driver-guide and start your journey on an exciting day-trip to one of Portugal's most beautiful destinations - UNESCO-listed Cultural Landscape of Sintra, that is famous for its fairy-tale castles and beautiful scenery. Upon arrival, you visit the Pena Palace with a round trip shuttle bus (up to the Pena Palace).Then you have some free time for lunch (not included) before your driver-guide takes you back to Lisbon. Upon arrival, you visit the Belem Quarter, where you admire the Jerónimos Monastery (from the outside). You also make photo stops at the ancient Belem Tower and Monument to the Discoverers.
After the tour you are transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Day 8: Golf Courses
After breakfast your guide-driver takes you to golf courses in Lisbon.The rest of the days is free.
Day 9: Golf Courses
After breakfast your guide-driver takes you to golf courses in Lisbon.The rest of the days is free.
Day 10: Golf Courses
After breakfast your guide-driver takes you to golf courses in Lisbon.The rest of the days is free.
Day 11:Departure
In the morning following breakfast you check out from your hotel and depart from Lisbon. - Included in your tripTURIM Terreiro do Paço Hotel, Lisbon4-star hotel
6 days / 5 nightsWhy we chose this hotelThe 4-star hotel is only 250m away from the Commerce Square, making it the perfect place to stay during your visit to Lisbon. The hotel offers stylish single, twin or double rooms which all feature comfortable spacious beds, flat-screen TV, air-conditioning, free WiFi and a private bathroom. You can also enjoy traditional Portuguese cuisine at the on-site restaurant.Included Experiences- Full Day Walking Tour with Private Guide
- Full Day Tour of the Belem Quarter and Trip to Sintra with Guide-driver
- Fado Show with Dinner
Included Transfers- Arrival Private Transfer Sedan
- Departure Private Transfer Sedan
- Accommodation at remarkable downtown hotels;
- Breakfasts at the hotels;
- Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary;
- Breathtaking sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional English-speaking guides;
- Support line during the trip.
Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, all personal expenses.
Note:
1. Hotels availability is subject to change. In case current hotels are booked out we will provide alternative hotels of an equal value for you.
2. We include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.
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