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Day 1: Arrival to Lisbon Airport - Private Transfer to Accommodation - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Upon arrival our driver / guide will be waiting for you in the main hall of Lisbon Airport. He will have a sign with your name on it. Our driver who is waiting for you as well as the back office will control the flight several hours before your expected arrival, to avoid any inconvenience due to a possible change in the arrival time. After the presentation, our driver / guide will take all the passengers to the Hotel or any other previously agreed address.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Tour-Lisbon & Belem -Tickets Included - No Queue Private Tailor-made Experience (8h) - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Lisbon is undoubtedly a cosmopolitan and eclectic city and is currently one of the most trendy cities in the world. It is at the top of European tourist preferences, winning awards that distinguish it for its quality and diversity. During this tour of Lisbon, we propose to take you to discover a capital full of history and rich in culture, but also a bold and modern city, with avant-garde architecture.
Stop At: Castelo de S. Jorge, Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, Lisbon 1100-129 Portugal
We will start our tour in the heart of Lisbon, in its historical centre, with the visit of the majestic St. George castle, of Islamic origins, built in the middle of the 11th century, which crowns one of the seven hills of the city and offers a magnificent view of the capital and the Tagus River. You will have the opportunity to wander the streets of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood, Alfama, and feel its Arab and medieval past.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Se de Lisboa ( Igreja de Santa Maria Maior ), Largo da Se, Lisbon 1100-585 Portugal
You can also visit its imposing Cathedral, built in the 12th century, after the city was conquered by Muslims in 1147, by the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Parque das Nacoes, Parque das Nacoes, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Continuing our tour of Lisbon, through the eastern zone, we will arrive at Park of Nations, the maximum exponent of the capital's modernity, which contributed decisively to the internationalization of the city. It is a vast riverside area, where the World Exhibition was held in 1998, offering a breath-taking view of the Tagus River and the Vasco da Gama Bridge, the longest bridge in Europe. Park of Nations mirrors a new concept of urban space, with environmentally integrated infrastructures, constituting an extensive cultural, leisure, residential and business complex. Here you will be able to see the most varied expressions of avant-garde architecture, listing the Lisbon Oceanarium, one of the largest aquariums in Europe; Gare do Oriente train station, the impressive work of the Spanish architect Calatrava; and Casino of Lisbon, the capital's latest entertainment hub.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Belem, Belem, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Heading to the western part of the city, to end our tour of Lisbon, we will arrive at the last must-see point, the Belem neighbourhood, from where the ships of courageous navigators sailed, such as the illustrious Vasco da Gama, who discovered the sea paths to India, in 1498.
Stop At: Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Praca do Imperio Belรฉm, Lisbon 1400-206 Portugal
You can visit one of Lisbon's ex-libris, the Jeronimos Monastery, built in the 15th century by King D. Manuel I, and recognized as World Heritage by UNESCO. You will be surrendered to the beauty and grandeur of these monument of Manueline style, the genuinely Portuguese architectural style.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Torre de Belem, Avenida Brasilia - Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal
Next visit is to the majestic Belem Tower, built in the 15th century, at the request of King Manuel I, and awarded as World Heritage by UNESCO. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful jewels of the Portuguese architectural style, Manueline, the style that inherited the name of the aforementioned monarch.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Padrao dos Descobrimentos Avenida Brasilia Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal
Much more recent, but also evoking this golden period of the Discoveries, is the Monument of Discoveries, built in the 20th century, which pays homage to the Portuguese explorers.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Belem, Belem, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
This private tour of Lisbon could not end without giving you a taste of the delicious Pastรฉis de Belรฉm, one of the wonders of national gastronomy, whose fame has travelled the world, from the United States to Japan. Good appetite!
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
This private tour of Lisbon contemplates the best that the city has to offer! Discover Lisbon with us!
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Tour-Sintra / Queluz &A tlantic Coast - Tickets Included / NoQueue Private Experience (8h) - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
This tour will be a journey of pure dazzle of your senses. The first point that you will visit during this tour will be the magical Sintra, a town full of mysticism, which is located only 30 km from the capital.
Awarded as world heritage by UNESCO, Sintra is endowed with a unique beauty, reflecting the perfect fusion between an exuberant nature and the grandeur of its heritage. Over the centuries, Sintra has been praised by many artists and writers from all over the world, such as Lord Byron, one of the greatest British poets, who called it โglorious Edenโ, or Eรงa de Queiroz, one of the greatest figures of the Portuguese literature, who made it famous in his books: โEverything in Sintra is divine. There is no corner that is not a poemโ.
Stop At: Park and National Palace of Pena, Estrada da Pena, Sintra 2710-609 Portugal
We will start the tour by taking you to the marvellous Pena Palace, built on one of the highest points of Sintraโs Mountain, offering you a stunning view of the surrounding nature and the Atlantic Ocean. Its construction was ordered by the consort king D. Ferdinand II, representing the greatest example of the XIX century Romanticism in Portugal, with different influences of the Manueline and Moorish styles. In its surrounding area, you will find lush gardens with more than five hundred tree species from all over the world. The famous composer Richard Strauss named this magnificent palace as the โcastle of the Holy Grailโ.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Discovering Sintra is also tasting its flavours. So, before heading towards the next destination of your tour, we invite you to enjoy its delicious traditional pastry, such as travesseiros and queijadas.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Estrada Cabo da Roca, Colares 2705-001 Portugal
Then, we will cross Sintraโs Mountain to reach the most western point of Continental Europe, the imposing Roca Cape, which is 140m above the ocean level and immortalized by the illustrious Portuguese poet Luรญs de Camรตes: โwhere the land ends and the ocean beginsโ.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Guincho Beach, Parque Natural Sintra-Cascais, Cascais Portugal
We will continue your tour along the coast and you will enjoy one of the largest and most beautiful beaches in Portugal, Guincho, with untamed sea and wild dunes, very popular among surf, windsurf and kitesurf lovers, where world championships are held. How about a fantastic lunch with a sea flavour and a stunning view of the ocean? Enjoy the seafood and the fresh fish of this region.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cascais, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Afterwards, we will take you to the town of Cascais, a summer destination for the Portuguese royalty and aristocracy, from the end of the XIX century onwards, and a refuge for the European monarchy deposed during the World War II. This fishing town has become a cosmopolitan seaside resort, being considered the Portuguese Riviera, with several palatial luxury houses that embellish its bay.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Estoril, Estoril, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
The return to Lisbon will be made along a panoramic road, always close to the Atlantic Ocean, passing by Estoril, where is located one of the largest and oldest casinos in Europe.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Tour of Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos - Tickets Included, Private Experience (8h) - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Fatima, Fatima, Santarem District, Central Portugal
This private tour combines faith and devotion to the greatest patrimonial wealth of one of the most beautiful regions close to Lisbon.
Stop At: Museu do Santuario de Fatima, Fatima 2495 Portugal
Our tour begins in the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Rosary of Fรกtima, better known as the Sanctuary of Fรกtima, one of the most important Marian shrines in the world. On May 13, 1917, three children, known as the three shepherds, named Lucia dos Santos, 10 years old, and their cousins, Francisco and Jacinta Marto, 9 and 7 years old, were grazing a small flock when they witnessed the apparition of the Virgin Mary, who later made herself known as our Lady of Rosary. It was registered five more apparitions in the next five months, being the last one, on October 13, attended by 70,000 people approximately. As requested by of our Lady, a chapel was erected in her honour at the site of the apparitions, known as the Chapel of Apparitions. Since 1917, the shrine has been visited by thousands and thousands of pilgrims from all over the world. Pope Francis visited the sanctuary in May 2017 to commemorate the centenary of the apparitions of our Lady.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Batalha Monastery, Largo Infante Dom Henrique 2440, Batalha 2440-484 Portugal
Then, this tour will continue towards the Monastery of St. Mary of Victory, also known as Batalha Monastery, the greatest example of the final gothic style in Portugal and one of the most important symbols of the national independence, being considered a world heritage site by UNESCO. This outstanding monastery was built by the king D. Joรฃo I, in gratitude to the Virgin Mary for his victory in the Battle of Aljubarrota, against the Spanish, in 1385.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Nazare, Nazare, Leiria District, Central Portugal
Afterwards, we invite you to take a break for a fantastic lunch by the sea. We will take you to Nazarรฉ, land of legends and faith, and of course, delicious fresh fish and seafood. The legend tells that, on the 14th of September 1182, in a dense fog, the lord D. Fuas Rupinho was hunting, when he saw a deer, which he immediately started to chase. However, when he realized, he was on the edge of a huge precipice. Right next to it, there was a grotto where the image of our Lady nursing Baby Jesus was venerated. Knowing this place, the lord pleaded the Virgin Mary for his life and his horse stopped miraculously. As a symbol of his gratitude, he ordered the construction of a chapel on the grotto, the Hermitage of Memory, also known as the Chapel of our Lady of Nazarรฉ, which dates from the XII century and it still houses today the miraculous image. Nazarรฉ is also internationally known for the biggest waves in the world ever surfed, which are registered in the Guinness World Records.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Obidos, Obidos, Leiria District, Central Portugal
The last stop on this tour will be รbidos, one of the most charming medieval towns in the country, whose castle and walls offer a breath-taking view of its streets and its amazing white houses. Its history goes back to the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, who conquered it from the Muslims, in the XII century, and throughout the ages it was part of the dowry of the queens of Portugal. Before finishing this tour, you will also taste the traditional drink of the region, the ginjinha (cherry liqueur) served in a delicious chocolate cup.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Coimbra and Aveiro Premium Private Tour (10h) - Overnight in Porto
Pass By: Coimbra, Coimbra, Coimbra District, Central Portugal
Discover in this tour of Coimbra one of the oldest Portuguese cities, full of history and academic tradition, where six kings of the country were born and the first university of Portugal and one of the oldest in the world was founded. Under the presence of the vibrant Mondego river, the โpoets riverโ as the locals proudly call it, Coimbra is a city of narrow and winding streets, staircases and medieval arches, full of historical treasures to unveil and animated by its students in black capes, who sing the Fado of Coimbra to the world.
Stop At: University of Coimbra, Paco das Escolas, Coimbra 3000-240 Portugal
Come and see on this private tour the splendid University of Coimbra, recognized as a world heritage site by UNESCO, which is located at the top of the hill and whose history is intrinsically related to the very foundation of the Portuguese nation. Founded initially in Lisbon, in 1209, by the king D. Dinis, the university was definitively transferred to Coimbra, in 1537, as established by the king D. Joรฃo III, and it occupied an impressive building of Arab origins, dating from the X century, which was the first Portuguese royal residence. In fact, it was in this palace that the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, installed his court, having converted Coimbra into the capital of the kingdom.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: University of Coimbra, Paco das Escolas, Coimbra 3000-240 Portugal
You will visit the traditional Palace of Schools, the central complex of the University, with a breath-taking view of the Mondego River, standing out the Johannine Library, the most sumptuous library in Portugal and a masterpiece of the Baroque style, built in the XVIII century, under the aegis of the king D. Joรฃo V, presenting more than 60 thousand volumes; the Academic Prison, a former prison site for convicted students, located on the lower floor of the Johannine Library; the Chapel of St. Michael, whose construction dates back to the XV century and whose walls are covered with tiles from the XVII century; and lastly the University Tower, its most popular symbol that best represents the studentsโ life, whose construction dates from the XVIII century. The bells ringing still mark the studentsโ rhythm, study and relax times.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra, Largo da Feira dos Estudantes, Coimbra 3600-213 Portugal
After visiting the University, we will continue the tour and you will discover other highlights of Coimbra, such as its imposing Cathedral, built in the second half of the XII century, the only Romanesque cathedral that has survived relatively intact in Portugal;
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bairrada DOC, Portugal
Further north, a mandatory stop in the city of Bairrada to taste a famous dish of roasted piglet, accompanied by wine from the demarcated region of Bairrada.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Aveiro, Aveiro, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal
Known as the โPortuguese Veniceโ, the charming city of Aveiro is crossed by several channels and is considered one of the most charming destinations in the country, thanks to its colourful โmoliceiroโ boats, the art nouveau buildings and the its tranquil urban atmosphere, without forgetting the conventual โsoft eggs of aveiroโ, traditional local sweets.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Costa Nova, Costa Nova, Ilhavo, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal
Between the Aveiro estuary and the Atlantic Ocean we find the oldest lighthouse in Portugal at Barra beach. Already on the beach of costa nova we can contemplate the typical houses of coloured stripes, used as old warehouses for fishing implements, being transformed in the 19th century for housing, during the bathing season of the bourgeoisie.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Porto Private Tour from Lisbon โ The Undefeated City (10h) - Overnight in Porto
Pass By: Porto, Porto, Porto District, Northern Portugal
This private tour was ideally designed to discover Portugalโs second largest city, Porto, also known as the Undefeated City or the Capital of the North. Located on the right bank of the Douro River, Porto is the neurological centre of the northern region of the country, with the highest population density. Its history is mixed with the formation of the Portuguese nationality. In fact, the city gave its name to the country, when, during the Roman period, it was called Portus Cale, becoming the capital of the lands of the Portucalense County, from which Portugal grown.
Porto is known for its wine, the famous Port Wine, which is exported from here to the whole world; its modern architecture, which internationalized different names such as Siza Vieira and Souto de Moura; its historical centre, recognized by UNESCO as world heritage; its gastronomic flavours, appreciated throughout the country; and its friendly people.
Pass By: Fonte dos Aliados, Avenida dos Aliados, s/n0, Porto 4000-196 Portugal
In this tour of Porto, we will take you to explore its main attractions, namely the imposing Avenida dos Aliados boulevard, where the people from Porto come to celebrate the most important moments of the city;
Stop At: Sao Bento Railway Station, Praca Almeida Garrett, Porto 4000-069 Portugal
The stunning St. Bento Station, built at the beginning of the XX century, whose atrium is lined with twenty thousand tiles that illustrate the evolution of the transports and scenes from Portuguese history and life.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), Terreiro Se, Porto 4050-573 Portugal
Afterwards, we will show you Portoโs Cathedral, located in the heart of its historical centre, the oldest Romanesque monument in the city, dating from the first half of the XII century, whose terrace offers beautiful views over the Douro River and the other bank, Vila Nova de Gaia, where the Port Wine cellars are located.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cafe Majestic, Rua Caterina, Porto Portugal
You will visit next the emblematic Cafรฉ Majestic, a luxurious and sophisticated cafรฉ that opened its doors in 1921, becoming one of the most exclusive cafรฉs in Porto, frequented by the bourgeoisie, artists, writers and other intellectuals.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Livraria Lello, Rua Carmelitas 144 Vitรณria, Porto 4050-161 Portugal
Another point included on this tour is the magnificent Lello bookstore, opened in 1906, which was recognized as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, due to its unique historical and artistic value.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Torre dos Clerigos, Rua Sao Filipe Neri, Porto 4050-546 Portugal
You will find close by the incredible Church and Tower of Clรฉrigos, 75 meters high, the ex-libris of Porto, which is the greatest representation of the Baroque style in the city, built in the XVIII century.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Igreja de Sao Francisco, Rua do Infante D. Henrique, Porto 4050-297 Portugal
Another mandatory stop on this tour is the outstanding Church of St. Francis, whose humble faรงade contrasts with the remarkable richness of its interior, in baroque gilded woodwork from the XVIII century;
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Rua Cais da Ribeira Praca Ribeira, Porto 4050-510 Portugal
And lastly, close to the Douro River, you will find the lively Ribeira Square, one of the oldest and most traditional places in the city, with several restaurants and bars, offering a stunning view, where you can see the traditional boats rabelo, which once carried the barrels of Port Wine from the Douroโs countryside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Vila Nova de Gaia, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto District, Northern Portugal
However, this tour of Porto wonโt be complete if you wonโt go to Vila Nova de Gaia, where the famous Port Wine cellars are located. So, after crossing the D. Luis I bridge, one of the six bridges that connect Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia, we will take you to visit one of the famous cellars and you will enjoy a superb Port Wine tasting.
The fascinating city of Porto will surely seduce you and we invite you to discover it with us.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Departure from Porto Airport
Pass By: Porto, Porto, Porto District, Northern Portugal
On the last day of the itinerary, at a time accordingly to the return flight, our driver meets the group at the hotel in Porto to accompany them to Porto Airport.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Arrival to Lisbon Airport - Private Transfer to Accommodation - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Upon arrival our driver / guide will be waiting for you in the main hall of Lisbon Airport. He will have a sign with your name on it. Our driver who is waiting for you as well as the back office will control the flight several hours before your expected arrival, to avoid any inconvenience due to a possible change in the arrival time. After the presentation, our driver / guide will take all the passengers to the Hotel or any other previously agreed address.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Tour-Lisbon & Belem -Tickets Included - No Queue Private Tailor-made Experience (8h) - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Lisbon is undoubtedly a cosmopolitan and eclectic city and is currently one of the most trendy cities in the world. It is at the top of European tourist preferences, winning awards that distinguish it for its quality and diversity. During this tour of Lisbon, we propose to take you to discover a capital full of history and rich in culture, but also a bold and modern city, with avant-garde architecture.
Stop At: Castelo de S. Jorge, Rua de Santa Cruz do Castelo, Lisbon 1100-129 Portugal
We will start our tour in the heart of Lisbon, in its historical centre, with the visit of the majestic St. George castle, of Islamic origins, built in the middle of the 11th century, which crowns one of the seven hills of the city and offers a magnificent view of the capital and the Tagus River. You will have the opportunity to wander the streets of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood, Alfama, and feel its Arab and medieval past.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Se de Lisboa ( Igreja de Santa Maria Maior ), Largo da Se, Lisbon 1100-585 Portugal
You can also visit its imposing Cathedral, built in the 12th century, after the city was conquered by Muslims in 1147, by the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Parque das Nacoes, Parque das Nacoes, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Continuing our tour of Lisbon, through the eastern zone, we will arrive at Park of Nations, the maximum exponent of the capital's modernity, which contributed decisively to the internationalization of the city. It is a vast riverside area, where the World Exhibition was held in 1998, offering a breath-taking view of the Tagus River and the Vasco da Gama Bridge, the longest bridge in Europe. Park of Nations mirrors a new concept of urban space, with environmentally integrated infrastructures, constituting an extensive cultural, leisure, residential and business complex. Here you will be able to see the most varied expressions of avant-garde architecture, listing the Lisbon Oceanarium, one of the largest aquariums in Europe; Gare do Oriente train station, the impressive work of the Spanish architect Calatrava; and Casino of Lisbon, the capital's latest entertainment hub.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Belem, Belem, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Heading to the western part of the city, to end our tour of Lisbon, we will arrive at the last must-see point, the Belem neighbourhood, from where the ships of courageous navigators sailed, such as the illustrious Vasco da Gama, who discovered the sea paths to India, in 1498.
Stop At: Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Praca do Imperio Belรฉm, Lisbon 1400-206 Portugal
You can visit one of Lisbon's ex-libris, the Jeronimos Monastery, built in the 15th century by King D. Manuel I, and recognized as World Heritage by UNESCO. You will be surrendered to the beauty and grandeur of these monument of Manueline style, the genuinely Portuguese architectural style.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Torre de Belem, Avenida Brasilia - Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal
Next visit is to the majestic Belem Tower, built in the 15th century, at the request of King Manuel I, and awarded as World Heritage by UNESCO. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful jewels of the Portuguese architectural style, Manueline, the style that inherited the name of the aforementioned monarch.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Padrao dos Descobrimentos Avenida Brasilia Belem, Lisbon 1400-038 Portugal
Much more recent, but also evoking this golden period of the Discoveries, is the Monument of Discoveries, built in the 20th century, which pays homage to the Portuguese explorers.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Belem, Belem, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
This private tour of Lisbon could not end without giving you a taste of the delicious Pastรฉis de Belรฉm, one of the wonders of national gastronomy, whose fame has travelled the world, from the United States to Japan. Good appetite!
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
This private tour of Lisbon contemplates the best that the city has to offer! Discover Lisbon with us!
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Tour-Sintra / Queluz &A tlantic Coast - Tickets Included / NoQueue Private Experience (8h) - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
This tour will be a journey of pure dazzle of your senses. The first point that you will visit during this tour will be the magical Sintra, a town full of mysticism, which is located only 30 km from the capital.
Awarded as world heritage by UNESCO, Sintra is endowed with a unique beauty, reflecting the perfect fusion between an exuberant nature and the grandeur of its heritage. Over the centuries, Sintra has been praised by many artists and writers from all over the world, such as Lord Byron, one of the greatest British poets, who called it โglorious Edenโ, or Eรงa de Queiroz, one of the greatest figures of the Portuguese literature, who made it famous in his books: โEverything in Sintra is divine. There is no corner that is not a poemโ.
Stop At: Park and National Palace of Pena, Estrada da Pena, Sintra 2710-609 Portugal
We will start the tour by taking you to the marvellous Pena Palace, built on one of the highest points of Sintraโs Mountain, offering you a stunning view of the surrounding nature and the Atlantic Ocean. Its construction was ordered by the consort king D. Ferdinand II, representing the greatest example of the XIX century Romanticism in Portugal, with different influences of the Manueline and Moorish styles. In its surrounding area, you will find lush gardens with more than five hundred tree species from all over the world. The famous composer Richard Strauss named this magnificent palace as the โcastle of the Holy Grailโ.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Discovering Sintra is also tasting its flavours. So, before heading towards the next destination of your tour, we invite you to enjoy its delicious traditional pastry, such as travesseiros and queijadas.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Estrada Cabo da Roca, Colares 2705-001 Portugal
Then, we will cross Sintraโs Mountain to reach the most western point of Continental Europe, the imposing Roca Cape, which is 140m above the ocean level and immortalized by the illustrious Portuguese poet Luรญs de Camรตes: โwhere the land ends and the ocean beginsโ.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Guincho Beach, Parque Natural Sintra-Cascais, Cascais Portugal
We will continue your tour along the coast and you will enjoy one of the largest and most beautiful beaches in Portugal, Guincho, with untamed sea and wild dunes, very popular among surf, windsurf and kitesurf lovers, where world championships are held. How about a fantastic lunch with a sea flavour and a stunning view of the ocean? Enjoy the seafood and the fresh fish of this region.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Cascais, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Afterwards, we will take you to the town of Cascais, a summer destination for the Portuguese royalty and aristocracy, from the end of the XIX century onwards, and a refuge for the European monarchy deposed during the World War II. This fishing town has become a cosmopolitan seaside resort, being considered the Portuguese Riviera, with several palatial luxury houses that embellish its bay.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Estoril, Estoril, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
The return to Lisbon will be made along a panoramic road, always close to the Atlantic Ocean, passing by Estoril, where is located one of the largest and oldest casinos in Europe.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 4: Tour of Fatima, Batalha, Nazare, Obidos - Tickets Included, Private Experience (8h) - Overnight in Lisbon
Pass By: Fatima, Fatima, Santarem District, Central Portugal
This private tour combines faith and devotion to the greatest patrimonial wealth of one of the most beautiful regions close to Lisbon.
Stop At: Museu do Santuario de Fatima, Fatima 2495 Portugal
Our tour begins in the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Rosary of Fรกtima, better known as the Sanctuary of Fรกtima, one of the most important Marian shrines in the world. On May 13, 1917, three children, known as the three shepherds, named Lucia dos Santos, 10 years old, and their cousins, Francisco and Jacinta Marto, 9 and 7 years old, were grazing a small flock when they witnessed the apparition of the Virgin Mary, who later made herself known as our Lady of Rosary. It was registered five more apparitions in the next five months, being the last one, on October 13, attended by 70,000 people approximately. As requested by of our Lady, a chapel was erected in her honour at the site of the apparitions, known as the Chapel of Apparitions. Since 1917, the shrine has been visited by thousands and thousands of pilgrims from all over the world. Pope Francis visited the sanctuary in May 2017 to commemorate the centenary of the apparitions of our Lady.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Batalha Monastery, Largo Infante Dom Henrique 2440, Batalha 2440-484 Portugal
Then, this tour will continue towards the Monastery of St. Mary of Victory, also known as Batalha Monastery, the greatest example of the final gothic style in Portugal and one of the most important symbols of the national independence, being considered a world heritage site by UNESCO. This outstanding monastery was built by the king D. Joรฃo I, in gratitude to the Virgin Mary for his victory in the Battle of Aljubarrota, against the Spanish, in 1385.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Nazare, Nazare, Leiria District, Central Portugal
Afterwards, we invite you to take a break for a fantastic lunch by the sea. We will take you to Nazarรฉ, land of legends and faith, and of course, delicious fresh fish and seafood. The legend tells that, on the 14th of September 1182, in a dense fog, the lord D. Fuas Rupinho was hunting, when he saw a deer, which he immediately started to chase. However, when he realized, he was on the edge of a huge precipice. Right next to it, there was a grotto where the image of our Lady nursing Baby Jesus was venerated. Knowing this place, the lord pleaded the Virgin Mary for his life and his horse stopped miraculously. As a symbol of his gratitude, he ordered the construction of a chapel on the grotto, the Hermitage of Memory, also known as the Chapel of our Lady of Nazarรฉ, which dates from the XII century and it still houses today the miraculous image. Nazarรฉ is also internationally known for the biggest waves in the world ever surfed, which are registered in the Guinness World Records.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Obidos, Obidos, Leiria District, Central Portugal
The last stop on this tour will be รbidos, one of the most charming medieval towns in the country, whose castle and walls offer a breath-taking view of its streets and its amazing white houses. Its history goes back to the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, who conquered it from the Muslims, in the XII century, and throughout the ages it was part of the dowry of the queens of Portugal. Before finishing this tour, you will also taste the traditional drink of the region, the ginjinha (cherry liqueur) served in a delicious chocolate cup.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 5: Coimbra and Aveiro Premium Private Tour (10h) - Overnight in Porto
Pass By: Coimbra, Coimbra, Coimbra District, Central Portugal
Discover in this tour of Coimbra one of the oldest Portuguese cities, full of history and academic tradition, where six kings of the country were born and the first university of Portugal and one of the oldest in the world was founded. Under the presence of the vibrant Mondego river, the โpoets riverโ as the locals proudly call it, Coimbra is a city of narrow and winding streets, staircases and medieval arches, full of historical treasures to unveil and animated by its students in black capes, who sing the Fado of Coimbra to the world.
Stop At: University of Coimbra, Paco das Escolas, Coimbra 3000-240 Portugal
Come and see on this private tour the splendid University of Coimbra, recognized as a world heritage site by UNESCO, which is located at the top of the hill and whose history is intrinsically related to the very foundation of the Portuguese nation. Founded initially in Lisbon, in 1209, by the king D. Dinis, the university was definitively transferred to Coimbra, in 1537, as established by the king D. Joรฃo III, and it occupied an impressive building of Arab origins, dating from the X century, which was the first Portuguese royal residence. In fact, it was in this palace that the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, installed his court, having converted Coimbra into the capital of the kingdom.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: University of Coimbra, Paco das Escolas, Coimbra 3000-240 Portugal
You will visit the traditional Palace of Schools, the central complex of the University, with a breath-taking view of the Mondego River, standing out the Johannine Library, the most sumptuous library in Portugal and a masterpiece of the Baroque style, built in the XVIII century, under the aegis of the king D. Joรฃo V, presenting more than 60 thousand volumes; the Academic Prison, a former prison site for convicted students, located on the lower floor of the Johannine Library; the Chapel of St. Michael, whose construction dates back to the XV century and whose walls are covered with tiles from the XVII century; and lastly the University Tower, its most popular symbol that best represents the studentsโ life, whose construction dates from the XVIII century. The bells ringing still mark the studentsโ rhythm, study and relax times.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Se Nova Catedral de Coimbra, Largo da Feira dos Estudantes, Coimbra 3600-213 Portugal
After visiting the University, we will continue the tour and you will discover other highlights of Coimbra, such as its imposing Cathedral, built in the second half of the XII century, the only Romanesque cathedral that has survived relatively intact in Portugal;
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bairrada DOC, Portugal
Further north, a mandatory stop in the city of Bairrada to taste a famous dish of roasted piglet, accompanied by wine from the demarcated region of Bairrada.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Aveiro, Aveiro, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal
Known as the โPortuguese Veniceโ, the charming city of Aveiro is crossed by several channels and is considered one of the most charming destinations in the country, thanks to its colourful โmoliceiroโ boats, the art nouveau buildings and the its tranquil urban atmosphere, without forgetting the conventual โsoft eggs of aveiroโ, traditional local sweets.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Costa Nova, Costa Nova, Ilhavo, Aveiro District, Northern Portugal
Between the Aveiro estuary and the Atlantic Ocean we find the oldest lighthouse in Portugal at Barra beach. Already on the beach of costa nova we can contemplate the typical houses of coloured stripes, used as old warehouses for fishing implements, being transformed in the 19th century for housing, during the bathing season of the bourgeoisie.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 6: Porto Private Tour from Lisbon โ The Undefeated City (10h) - Overnight in Porto
Pass By: Porto, Porto, Porto District, Northern Portugal
This private tour was ideally designed to discover Portugalโs second largest city, Porto, also known as the Undefeated City or the Capital of the North. Located on the right bank of the Douro River, Porto is the neurological centre of the northern region of the country, with the highest population density. Its history is mixed with the formation of the Portuguese nationality. In fact, the city gave its name to the country, when, during the Roman period, it was called Portus Cale, becoming the capital of the lands of the Portucalense County, from which Portugal grown.
Porto is known for its wine, the famous Port Wine, which is exported from here to the whole world; its modern architecture, which internationalized different names such as Siza Vieira and Souto de Moura; its historical centre, recognized by UNESCO as world heritage; its gastronomic flavours, appreciated throughout the country; and its friendly people.
Pass By: Fonte dos Aliados, Avenida dos Aliados, s/n0, Porto 4000-196 Portugal
In this tour of Porto, we will take you to explore its main attractions, namely the imposing Avenida dos Aliados boulevard, where the people from Porto come to celebrate the most important moments of the city;
Stop At: Sao Bento Railway Station, Praca Almeida Garrett, Porto 4000-069 Portugal
The stunning St. Bento Station, built at the beginning of the XX century, whose atrium is lined with twenty thousand tiles that illustrate the evolution of the transports and scenes from Portuguese history and life.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Porto Cathedral (Se Catedral), Terreiro Se, Porto 4050-573 Portugal
Afterwards, we will show you Portoโs Cathedral, located in the heart of its historical centre, the oldest Romanesque monument in the city, dating from the first half of the XII century, whose terrace offers beautiful views over the Douro River and the other bank, Vila Nova de Gaia, where the Port Wine cellars are located.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cafe Majestic, Rua Caterina, Porto Portugal
You will visit next the emblematic Cafรฉ Majestic, a luxurious and sophisticated cafรฉ that opened its doors in 1921, becoming one of the most exclusive cafรฉs in Porto, frequented by the bourgeoisie, artists, writers and other intellectuals.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Livraria Lello, Rua Carmelitas 144 Vitรณria, Porto 4050-161 Portugal
Another point included on this tour is the magnificent Lello bookstore, opened in 1906, which was recognized as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world, due to its unique historical and artistic value.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Torre dos Clerigos, Rua Sao Filipe Neri, Porto 4050-546 Portugal
You will find close by the incredible Church and Tower of Clรฉrigos, 75 meters high, the ex-libris of Porto, which is the greatest representation of the Baroque style in the city, built in the XVIII century.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Igreja de Sao Francisco, Rua do Infante D. Henrique, Porto 4050-297 Portugal
Another mandatory stop on this tour is the outstanding Church of St. Francis, whose humble faรงade contrasts with the remarkable richness of its interior, in baroque gilded woodwork from the XVIII century;
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Rua Cais da Ribeira Praca Ribeira, Porto 4050-510 Portugal
And lastly, close to the Douro River, you will find the lively Ribeira Square, one of the oldest and most traditional places in the city, with several restaurants and bars, offering a stunning view, where you can see the traditional boats rabelo, which once carried the barrels of Port Wine from the Douroโs countryside.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Vila Nova de Gaia, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto District, Northern Portugal
However, this tour of Porto wonโt be complete if you wonโt go to Vila Nova de Gaia, where the famous Port Wine cellars are located. So, after crossing the D. Luis I bridge, one of the six bridges that connect Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia, we will take you to visit one of the famous cellars and you will enjoy a superb Port Wine tasting.
The fascinating city of Porto will surely seduce you and we invite you to discover it with us.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 7: Departure from Porto Airport
Pass By: Porto, Porto, Porto District, Northern Portugal
On the last day of the itinerary, at a time accordingly to the return flight, our driver meets the group at the hotel in Porto to accompany them to Porto Airport.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Tour leaving from Lisbon
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a city full of charm and beauty. With its unique architecture, cobbled streets, and panoramic views, Lisbon offers an unforgettable experience. From the historical monuments of Belรฉm to the traditional neighborhoods like Alfama, the city has something for everyone. Enjoy delicious Portuguese food, explore museums, and immerse yourself in the local culture. Lisbon will captivate you with its relaxed atmosphere and rich history.
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