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Ready to embark on an unforgettable 9-day journey through the captivating wonders of mainland Portugal? If you crave a perfect blend of rich history, awe-inspiring natural beauty, delectable cuisine, and exquisite wines, then look no further!
Imagine strolling through the timeless allure of Alentejo, where the echoes of the past whisper in every cobblestone, and the air is filled with an enchanting sense of heritage. Picture yourself basking in the refined elegance of Lisbon, where modern vibrance intertwines seamlessly with centuries-old traditions, leaving you utterly captivated.
But that's not all: brace yourself for the sheer enchantment of the coastal gems, Estoril and Cascais! These picturesque towns will steal your heart with their sun-kissed beaches, charming streets, and the warm embrace of the Atlantic Ocean.
And what's a journey through Portugal without indulging in its world-renowned wines? Get ready to immerse yourself in the lap of luxury as you explore the lavish wine estates of Porto, where every sip tells a tale of dedication and craftsmanship.
See what we have prepared for you and pack your bags right now! Get ready to fall in love with the true essence of this breathtaking country.
Day 1 - Welcome to Alentejo
Your adventure in Portugal is about to start!
Meet and greet at Lisbon Airport and transfer to Évora, the jewel of Alentejo, where you will be accommodated for 2 nights in a 4* Hotel with breakfast.
Alentejo covers almost a third of the country! It is a vast region of cork plantation, wheat fields, vineyards and clusters of historic hilltop towns. Its name means beyond the Tejo, and it stretches south from the Tejo river to the northern mountain ranges of the Algarve. Alentejo is littered with Roman ruins, crumbling Moorish castles, marble towns and whitewashed villages. UNESCO towns of Évora and Elvas are home to baroque bell towers, temples and mighty fortresses and there are plenty of smaller atmospheric towns with winding cobbled streets to explore.
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Évora carefully picked by us.
What to do: Ballooning Experience in Évora, Ballooning in Monsaraz and Alqueva Lake
Where to eat: Dona Laura, Bistro Barão, Taberna Típica Quarta-Feira, Fialho.
Day 2 - Walk through the historic streets of Évora
In the morning after breakfast, you will have a guided tour of Évora!
A UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the 'museum city', Évora traces some 2000 years of history, from the Roman to the Neoclassical via Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque.
Praça do Giraldo is the heart of the city where you can see the 16th Century St. Anton’s Church and the popular Henriquina Fountain. You will also pass by the iconic Chapel of Bones, which houses a covered room with around 5000 human bones and skulls built by Franciscan monks. Then, of course, there’s Évora’s Cathedral, by far the most dominating site in the whole town and the largest cathedral in Portugal.
At lunchtime, go to a restaurant of your choice and enjoy the local gastronomy.
You will then visit one of the most famous wineries in the Alentejo, including a visit and wine tasting.
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Évora carefully picked by us.
What to do: Ballooning Experience in Évora, Ballooning in Monsaraz and Alqueva Lake
Where to eat: Dona Laura, Bistro Barão, Taberna Típica Quarta-Feira, Fialho.
Day 3 - Learn how to make Pastéis de Nata in Lisbon
Time to say goodbye to Évora and head for Lisbon! In the morning, check-out and transfer to Lisbon with half day tour of the city.
The tour will start at Avenida da Liberdade, one of the city's main streets which, in monarchical times, the nobility and the royal family strolled and exhibited to the people. Then we will head for the Parque Eduardo VII, the largest park in central Lisbon, to enjoy the views over the city. This name was given in 1903 in honour of the English King Edward VII, who visited the Portuguese capital to reaffirm the alliance between the two countries.
Next, we will visit some of Lisbon's most typical and picturesque neighbourhoods, such as Alfama and Bairro Alto, where traditions are still preserved, reflecting the mixture of people from different cultures and beliefs over the centuries.
We will finish our visit in Praça do Comércio, one of the largest squares in Europe and home to some government institutions. From here you can enjoy the breathtaking views of the Tagus River and contemplate the bustle of the city, which merge into a harmonious landscape.
Follow you will learn the preparation of Custards "Pastéis de Nata" (Traditional Portuguese Sweet - Custards) in a cooking class (not available on sundays and bank holidays).
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Lisbon carefully picked by us.
What to do: Food Walking Tour in Lisbon, Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class in Lisbon, Tuk Tuk Lisbon à la Carte 2h
Where to eat: Alma, Belcanto, Feitoria, A Taberna da Rua das Flores, A Casa do Bacalhau.
Day 4 - Visit Sintra and watch a Fado show
In the morning after breakfast, you will take a guided tour to Sintra and Cascais.
Discover Sintra where hundreds of years of history and culture await for you. Walking through the city center you will find yourself surrounded by old houses now converted into quaint handicraft shops and traditional pastry shops. Driving around the mountain you will pass amazing chalets and aristocratic residences, until you reach the 19th-century Pena Palace, an incredible combination of architectural styles, colors and shapes.
For lunch time, you will go to Cascais, a coastal town once a small fishing village that became popular with artists and writers thanks to its idyllic scenery.
At night, you will be welcomed into the soul of Portugal in one of Lisbon’s most emblematic fado locales, where you will enjoy a traditional Portuguese meal and a show.
Fado is a moving and captivating experience, as the music has been used to transmit the longing and loss of the Portuguese people since the early 19th century. By learning about fado you will come to know an important part the country’s complex history.
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Lisbon carefully picked by us.
What to do: Food Walking Tour in Lisbon, Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class in Lisbon, Tuk Tuk Lisbon à la Carte 2h
Where to eat: Alma, Belcanto, Feitoria, A Taberna da Rua das Flores, A Casa do Bacalhau.
Day 5 - Surprise yourself with Óbidos, Nazaré and Tomar
On this day, you will visit three of the most picturesque villages in the country: Óbidos, Nazaré and Tomar.
Óbidos is considered one of the most charming and picturesque towns in Portugal. Within the town are traditionally painted houses, narrow cobbled streets, and an imposing castle.
You will ride west to Nazaré for a lunch break, embracing the cliffs and providing stunning views. In this town we will also perceive the smell of grilled fish and realize that we are in a fishing village. Nazaré is one of the most picturesque Portuguese coastal cities and is now also one of the most popular places to surf in the world. In 2011, the biggest wave in the world (nearly 24m; 79ft) was surfed here by Garrett McNamara, an American professional big wave surfer.
Tomar is one of Portugal’s most historic cities. Its Templar Castle and Christ Convent became the national headquarters of the Templar Knights in the middle ages, and later was at the forefront of the Order of Christ. On top of being a city of great importance in Portuguese history, Tomar was also home to a Jewish settlement as far back as the beginning of the 14th century and hosts a Jewish quarter and a refurbished 15th-century synagogue.
At the end of the day you will be back to Lisbon.
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Lisbon carefully picked by us.
What to do: Food Walking Tour in Lisbon, Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class in Lisbon, Tuk Tuk Lisbon à la Carte 2h
Where to eat: Lisbon: Alma, Belcanto, Feitoria, A Taberna da Rua das Flores, A Casa do Bacalhau. Nazaré: Taberna da Adélia, A Celeste, Taverna do 8 ó 80.
Day 6 - Have an enriching experience in Fátima and Coimbra
On the way towards Porto you will stop in Fátima and Coimbra.
Fátima is one of the most important catholic shrines in the world dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Fatima's fame is due to the Apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary that appeared to three shepherd children. The last apparition was confirmed by a miracle known as "the day the sun danced.” witnessed by 60,000 people.
Drive towards Coimbra for lunch break where you can try some of the typical regional meals, in what is one of the gastronomic capitals of the country.
Visiting the emblematic University of Coimbra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we will stroll through the streets of the old Moorish Town, which witnessed the years if the foundation of the Portuguese Nationality, where we will find the Cathedral (Old Cathedral) where the students enchant the passers-by with the famous “Coimbra ballads”.
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Porto carefully picked by us.
Where to eat: Coimbra: Zé Manel dos Ossos, Solar do Bacalhau, A Cozinha da Maria. Porto: Le Monument, Cantinho do Avillez, Elemento, Cervejaria Brasão.
Day 7 - Feel Porto's unique atmosphere
After breakfast, you will take a tour of Porto with Port wine tasting.
Portugal's second city is one of Europe's most charming. Built on a steep riverbank, a jumble of colourful medieval houses hug the calm waters of the Douro River.
This tour is a great introduction to Porto, its History and its cultural treasures. Discover a colorful city with medieval relics, soaring bell towers, extravagant baroque churches and stately beaux-arts buildings piled on top of one another.
You will visit highlights such as Palácio da Bolsa, Church of Saint Francis, Clérigos Tower and Livraria Lello (the famous bookstore) in the historic Ribeira district.
Finishing this tour with a visit to the Port Wine Cellars with wine tasting.
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Porto carefully picked by us.
What to do: Visit to Cockburn's Port Wine Cellar - Premium, Private 4x4 Mountain Tour through the Park of Serras do Porto, Segway tour with the best of Porto in 2 hours!
Where to eat: Le Monument, Cantinho do Avillez, Elemento, Cervejaria Brasão.
Day 8 - Be dazzled by the fantastic views over Douro Valley
In the morning, after breakfast you will take a tour to the beautiful Douro Valley, one of Portugal's main wine-growing regions.
This inspiring tour is the best way to get to know the history of the genuine Douro.
Lunch (included) will be served with the best view over the river, in a setting that reports to the wagon of a train. The toast with the best wine in the world happens on one of the most privileged balconies in Douro.
At the end, a transfer will take you back to your hotel.
Where to stay: a 4-Star Hotel in Porto carefully picked by us.
What to do: Private boat tour in the Douro with wine tasting, Visit to Quinta do Seixo with Douro DOC wine tasting, 6 Bridges Douro Cruise
Where to eat: Le Monument, Cantinho do Avillez, Elemento, Cervejaria Brasão.
Day 9 - See you later, Portugal!
Day 9, the last day of the tour!
After breakfast at the hotel, a transfer will take you to Porto Airport.
Hope to see you soon!
Portugal has a unique way of captivating travelers with its authentic charm, natural beauty, and warm hospitality. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a food lover, or an avid adventurer, this captivating country has something to offer everyone.
As you bid farewell to this enchanting land, you take with you not just memories, but a deep appreciation for the true essence of Portugal. Its captivating allure will linger in your soul, beckoning you to return and explore even more of its hidden treasures.
So, are you prepared to visit Portugal and have a wonderful time here? Book with us and be amazed with the beauty of this country in Western Europe.
