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LISBON Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Alfama quarter and Jeronimos Monastery; farewell dinner OBIDOS Walk around the medieval town NAZARÉ Stop in the fishing harbor town ALCOBAÇA Visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery FATIMA Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary TOMAR Visit the Convent of Christ COIMBRA Visit the University OPORTO Guided sightseeing, visit the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange; port wine tasting GUIMARAES Walk through the medieval center QUINTA DA AVELEDA Enjoy Globus Local Favorite Portuguese tapas with wine and explore its splendid gardensVISEUDinner at a local restaurant BELMONTE Visit the Jewish Museum; olive oil tasting CASTELO DE VIDE Walk through the Jewish quarter EVORA Visit a cork factory, guided walking tour, visit the gothic cathedral, the Sao Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel

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Guide

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Accommodation

3 nights stay at HOTEL NOVOTEL LISBOA or MERCURE LISBOA or similar 1 night stay at DOS TEMPLARIOS or similar 2 nights stay at NH COLLECTION PORTO BATALHA or similar 1 night stay at GRAO VASCO or similar 1 night stay at M’AR DE AR MURALHAS or similar

Meals

Buffet breakfast daily; 2 lunches

Transport

Motorcoach.

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Flights

International flights are not included.

Optional

FADO MUSIC AND DINNER $$ ($51 - $100 USD) Treat yourself to an unforgettable evening of classic Fado music and a delectable 3-course dinner with drinks at a local Casa de Fado (Fado restaurant). CASCAIS, CAPE ROCA AND QUELUZ PALACE $$ ($51 - $100 USD) Experience stunning natural beauty on this day trip along the Portuguese Riviera featuring jet-set Cascais, world-famous Guincho Beach, Cape Roca, and a visit of the lavish Palace of Queluz! BAIRRO ALTO FOODIE WALK $$ ($51 - $100 USD) Indulge in some of Lisbon’s most delectable drinks and petiscos (Portuguese tapas) on this unique guided foodie tour through the 15th-century Bairro Alto neighborhood! DOURO RIVER CRUISE AND DINNER $$ ($51 - $100 USD) Get a unique view of Porto on this evening excursion featuring a sightseeing cruise along the Douro River, followed by an authentic Portuguese dinner with drinks at a local restaurant.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Lisbon, Portugal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive In Lisbon, Portugal

Welcome to Lisbon! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

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Day 2 Day 2: Lisbon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Lisbon

Lovely Lisbon LISBON Guided sightseeing includes Jeronimo’s Monastery and its Cloister and a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. Lisbon is home to the 16th-century Monastery of Jerónimos, with its 100-foot façade featuring images of St. Michael the Archangel and Our Lady of Belém. See the 16th-century Belém Tower, which served as a fortress but also as an embarkation point for sailors and was their last sight of land before the start of their journey. Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to great Portuguese explorers with a spectacular carved prow of an ancient ship.

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Day 3 Day 3: Lisbon–Obidos–Nazaré–Alcobaça–Fátima–Tomar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Lisbon–Obidos–Nazaré–Alcobaça–Fátima–Tomar

Sea, Surf & Sanctuaries OBIDOS Walking orientation of the medieval town.
NAZARÉ Free time to browse.
ALCOBAÇA Visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery.
FÁTIMA Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary en route to Tomar.
(B,D) 137mi/220 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES The monastery of Alcobaça is a unique masterpiece of Gothic Cistercian art. See the tombs of King Pedro I and his Castillan lover, Ines de Castro, and hear about the heartbreaking tale of these ill- fated lovers. The king never stopped loving Ines even after she was murdered, and during his life he commissioned matching tombs that sit together so that they can look at each other as they rise from their graves.

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Day 4 Day 4: Tomar–Coimbra–Porto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Tomar–Coimbra–Porto

Academic Honors TOMAR Visit the Convent of Christ.
COIMBRA Visit the University.
Scenic drive en route to Porto. (B) 124 mi/ 200 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION The University of Coimbra is distinguished as the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, it is also one of the best known and internationally celebrated. With a history of more than seven centuries, the students at Coimbra University dress in the traditional black capes with ribbons in varying hues as was the tradition when the school was founded in 1290.

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Day 5 Day 5: Porto
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Porto

Panoramas & Port Wine PORTO Sightseeing with a Local Guide includes a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River and the cathedral. Visit the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange. Port wine tasting at a local cellar. Free time this afternoon. (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES The grapes from the vineyards in the Douro Valley surrounding Porto provide the main ingredient for one of the world’s most recognized fortified wines. Visit a local wine cellar and taste centuries of tradition in a glass of Port wine in the city that bears its name. Saúde!

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Day 6 Day 6: Porto–Guimaraes–Penafiel–Viseu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Porto–Guimaraes–Penafiel–Viseu

Tapas & Tastings GUIMARAES Orientation walk through the medieval center
PENAFIEL Visit the gardens of the Quinta da Aveleda winery and Portuguese tapas tasting. Scenic drive through the port wine vineyards en route to Viseu.
VISEU Dinner with regional specialties and wine at a local restaurant.
(B,D) 149 mi/ 240 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
HISTORY & HERITAGE The history of the Quinta da Aveleda estate spans the centuries and generations who have preserved the Portuguese traditions of wine making and proud legacy of the Guedes family. The architectural heritage of this cherished estate is only matched by its wines, produced, and nurtured as the largest Vinho Verde exporter and family-owned winery.

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Day 7 Day 7: Viseu–Belmonte–Castelo De Vide–Evora
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Viseu–Belmonte–Castelo De Vide–Evora

Bottles & Corks BELMONTE Visit the Jewish Museum and enjoy an Olive-oil tasting.
CASTELO DE VIDE Walk through the Jewish Quarter with free time to browse.
EVORA Visit a traditional cork factory.
(B,D) 236mi/380 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LOCAL TASTES Discover the tradition and taste of authentic Portuguese olive oil in a 20th-century olive-oil-factory-turned-museum in Belmonte. See the machinery which farmers used to transform olives into oil and taste the delicious fruits of their labors. Perhaps take home a gift of wine, olive oil, or jam to commemorate your visit. Later, visit a Cork Factory in Evora to learn about this traditional artisanship of Portugal.

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Day 8 Day 8: Evora–Lisbon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Evora–Lisbon

Gothic Grandeur EVORA Guided walking tour includes the Gothic cathedral, the Sao Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. Free time for lunch.
LISBON Farewell dinner at the hotel.
(B,D) 93 mi / 150 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Walk back in time to the Roman era of Evora – a city with roots firmly planted in the 16th century in the home of Portuguese kings. See the white houses, architectural tiles, and embellished balconies with a stroll through the Gothic sites of the cathedral, church, and chapel.

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Day 9 Day 9: Lisbon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Lisbon

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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Portuguese Escape

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Itinerary of your trip Portuguese Escape

Day 1: Arrive In Lisbon, Portugal

Day 2: Lisbon

Day 3: Lisbon–Obidos–Nazaré–Alcobaça–Fátima–Tomar

Day 4: Tomar–Coimbra–Porto

Day 5: Porto

Day 6: Porto–Guimaraes–Penafiel–Viseu

Day 7: Viseu–Belmonte–Castelo De Vide–Evora

Day 8: Evora–Lisbon

Day 9: Lisbon

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