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Cruise the Douro River in a traditionally styled, but electric powered rabelo boat
Explore the magnificent Coimbra University Library
Taste delicious buttery cheese from a traditional producer outside Viseu

Start in Lisbon and end in Porto, the Discover Portugal trip is a guided explorer trip that takes 9 days. You will travel through Guimaraes, Lisbon, Pinhao and 12 other destinations in Portugal. Discover Portugal is a small group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

From cosmopolitan Lisbon to Porto’s medieval cobblestone streets, and from the remote Douro Valley to Roman ruins and world-famous pilgrimage sites, this tour will give us a taste of the real Portugal, which still basks in the glow of ancient customs.

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Day 1 : Lisbon

We’ll meet with the group before delving into a tour of Lisbon. On a visit to a tile painting atelier, we’ll have the opportunity to paint our own tiles. This afternoon we’ll drive to Sintra, where we’ll visit the famous Pena Palace. This evening, we’ll enjoy a welcome dinner in a local restaurant – accompanied by a Fado performance.
Accommodation: Hotel Lisboa Plaza (or similar)

Meals

Dinner

Day 2 : Lisbon - Obidos - Nazare -Alvados

Today we’ll visit Óbidos before moving on to the charming fishing town of Nazaré. This evening we’ll enjoy a Portuguese cookery lesson and sumptuous dinner together in Alvados.
Accommodation: cooking & Nature Hotel (or similar)

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner

Day 3 : Alvados - Tomar - Alvados

After breakfast we’ll continue our journey to Tomar, where we’ll visit the World Heritage-listed Convent of Christ. After sampling some of the local pastries, we’ll return to Alvados.
Accommodation: cooking & Nature Hotel (or similar)

Meals

Breakfast

Day 4 : Alvados - Coimbra - Viseu

Today we’ll travel to Coimbra, where we’ll visit the famous Joanina Library. After some free time in the city centre, our road will take us to Viseu.
Accommodation: Hotel Palacios dos Melos (or similar)

Meals

Breakfast

Day 5 : Viseu - Lamego - Douro Valley

Today we’ll visit a traditional cheesemaker, who will let us in on the secrets behind Viseu’s delicious buttery cheese. After a tasting we’ll move on to historic Lamego, which is home to the 18th-century Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies. After some free time here, it’s off to our hotel in Quinta Nova.
Accommodation: Hotel Quinta Nova (or similar)

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner

Day 6 : Quinta Nova - Pinhao - Peso Da Regua - Quinta Nova

This morning we’ll make the scenic journey to Pinhão, where we’ll take a leisurely boat ride in an electric rabelo boat. Then: our road will take us to Peso da Régua before we return to Quinta Nova for the evening.
Accommodation: Hotel Quinta Nova (or similar)

Meals

Breakfast

Day 7 : Duoro Valley - Amarante - Penafiel - Guimaraes

After heading to Amarante this morning (where we’ll see the 16th-century São Gonçalo Church), we’ll visit the Aveleda Winery. Here, we’ll savour a glass of the region’s famous green wine and learn more about the winemaking process. Our day will end in Guimarães.
Accommodation: EMAJ Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Meals

Breakfast

Day 8 : Guimaraes

After learning about the castle, the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza and the historic city centre on a walking tour with a local guide, you’ll have a free afternoon to relax. This evening, we’ll enjoy one last dinner together – accompanied by a traditional dance performance.
Accommodation: EMAJ Boutique Hotel (or similar)

Meals

Breakfast and Dinner

Day 9 : Guimaraes - Porto

Our journey will end in Porto, where we'll tick off some important landmarks - including the Clérigos Tower, Aliados Avenue, the cathedral and the Ribeira district. This afternoon we'll visit the famous port wine cellars and indulge in a tasting before our trip ends.

Meals

Breakfast

what’s included

Meals

8 Breakfasts
4 Dinners

Accommodation

8 nights in boutique accommodation

Transport

Premium mini-coach transportation

Guide

-Experienced Driver and Tour Leader -Local guide in Porto

what’s excluded

International Flights
Any international flights to Lisbon and from Porto are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included in this Discover Portugal tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. We recommend purchasing it from World Nomads.

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Payment

A deposit of 99 USD is required to confirm this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 60 days before departure. For any departures within 18 October 2019 full payment is required.

Travel Insurance

The Discover Portugal tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. We recommend using World Nomads' travel insurance.

Visa

For this Discover Portugal tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are travelling to, as part of this itinerary.

CancellationNo additional cancellation fees apply for this Discover Portugal tour. You can cancel the tour up to 61 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 60 days of departure.

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