Highlights
Explore Lisbon, Évora, Porto, Coimbra and Tomar
Discover Lagos, Castelo de Vide, Viseu, Guimarães, Fátima, Nazaré and Óbidos
Visit the Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon, the cathedral in Évora, the Palace Gardens at Palacio de Mateus, the Stock Exchange Palace, Arabian Hall and a local Port wine cellar in Porto, the University Library of Coimbra, the Convent of Christ in Tomar and Batalha's Gothic Monastery
View the Castle of Guimarães and the Shrine at Fátima
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Lisbon: With your Local Specialist, visit the Belém Quarter to see the modern Monument to the Discoveries and the medieval Belém Tower.
Lisbon: Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and exquisite example of Manueline architecture.
The Algarve: Explore the history of the Algarve in depth.
Évora: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your Local Specialist and see the famous Roman Temple. Witness the fascinating cathedral and its mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
Castelo de Vide: See the traditional cobblestone streets and whitewashed homes of Castelo de Vide.
Casa de Mateus: Admire the Baroque architecture of Mateus Palace and its gardens.
Douro Valley: Marvel at the extensive terraced vineyards as you travel through the Douro Valley.
Guimaraes: See Guimarães Castle and the Palace of Dukes before walking through the medieval squares of central Guimarães.
Porto: Savour the flavours of Portugal's centuries-old Port heritage and gain insights into its local production at a tasting in a Port cellar.
Porto: See the Clérigos Tower, Avenida dos Aliados and the Palácio da Bolsa former stock exchange.
Coimbra: With a Local Specialist, visit the University and witness the triumphal arches, painted ceilings, and walls of ancient tomes in the Joanina Library.
Tomar: Dominating the town is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Templar Castle and the Convent of Christ. During your visit with a Local Specialist, see the Manueline Window and follow the story of the mysterious Knights Templar.
Fátima: Join the faithful at one of the world's holiest sites and pay homage at the Chapel of the Apparitions or see the basilica.
Batalha: Join a Local Specialist to see the Monastery of Batalha, with included entry to the cloisters and chapels.
Nazaré: Enjoy time at leisure on Portugal's Costa de Prata.
Obidos: Stroll along the cobblestone streets and view the traditional azulejos of medieval Óbidos, perhaps stopping in a local shop to try the regional cherry liqueur, Ginja.
Panoias-Ourique: Visit a family ranch and learn about Portugal's Lusitano horse. Hear an ancestral story of unrequited love that defined the character (and colour) of the ranch before sitting down to a home-cooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in the heart of the Alentejo region.
Lisbon: Bid farewell to your Portuguese adventures at the award-winning organic vineyard Vale da Capucha which prides itself in producing organic and biodynamic wines. Your visit supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Lisbon: With your Local Specialist, visit the Belém Quarter to see the modern Monument to the Discoveries and the medieval Belém Tower.
Lisbon: Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and exquisite example of Manueline architecture.
The Algarve: Explore the history of the Algarve in depth.
Évora: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your Local Specialist and see the famous Roman Temple. Witness the fascinating cathedral and its mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
Castelo de Vide: See the traditional cobblestone streets and whitewashed homes of Castelo de Vide.
Casa de Mateus: Admire the Baroque architecture of Mateus Palace and its gardens.
Douro Valley: Marvel at the extensive terraced vineyards as you travel through the Douro Valley.
Guimaraes: See Guimarães Castle and the Palace of Dukes before walking through the medieval squares of central Guimarães.
Porto: Savour the flavours of Portugal's centuries-old Port heritage and gain insights into its local production at a tasting in a Port cellar.
Porto: See the Clérigos Tower, Avenida dos Aliados and the Palácio da Bolsa former stock exchange.
Coimbra: With a Local Specialist, visit the University and witness the triumphal arches, painted ceilings, and walls of ancient tomes in the Joanina Library.
Tomar: Dominating the town is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Templar Castle and the Convent of Christ. During your visit with a Local Specialist, see the Manueline Window and follow the story of the mysterious Knights Templar.
Fátima: Join the faithful at one of the world's holiest sites and pay homage at the Chapel of the Apparitions or see the basilica.
Batalha: Join a Local Specialist to see the Monastery of Batalha, with included entry to the cloisters and chapels.
Nazaré: Enjoy time at leisure on Portugal's Costa de Prata.
Obidos: Stroll along the cobblestone streets and view the traditional azulejos of medieval Óbidos, perhaps stopping in a local shop to try the regional cherry liqueur, Ginja.
Panoias-Ourique: Visit a family ranch and learn about Portugal's Lusitano horse. Hear an ancestral story of unrequited love that defined the character (and colour) of the ranch before sitting down to a home-cooked lunch with Tiago and Vera in the heart of the Alentejo region.
Lisbon: Bid farewell to your Portuguese adventures at the award-winning organic vineyard Vale da Capucha which prides itself in producing organic and biodynamic wines. Your visit supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.
Itinerary
Portugal’s charm comes alive on the Best of Portugal tour, a relaxed and insightful journey crafted for experienced travelers. Over eleven days, set out from Lisbon to explore the nation’s proud history and vibrant culture. Visit the Templar stronghold of Tomar, marvel at the equestrian artistry of Alentejo, and unwind along the stunning Algarve coastline. Savor regional cuisine and engage with warm-hearted locals, all while your itinerary seamlessly weaves together city sightseeing, historic highlights, and soulful gastronomy. The unique benefit: this tour delivers a comprehensive, immersive experience of Portugal’s heritage and hospitality in one well-paced package.
day 1Welcome to Lisbon
A sea of pastel pinks, yellows and blues dot the seven hills of the romantic Portuguese capital, which you will have an opportunity to explore today before meeting your fellow travellers and Travel Director for dinner and an orientation drive past some of the city's most iconic sights.
day 2Discover Colourful Lisbon
day 3Journey to the Algarve Region
day 4Cliffs, Beaches and More in the Algarve
day 5Onwards to Elegant vora
day 6Venture Past Mountains to Viseu
day 7Through the Douro Valley to Porto
day 8Explore Vibrant Porto
day 9On to Coimbra and Pilgrimage to Ftima
day 10Experience Village Life Returning to Lisbon
day 11Farewell Lisbon
What's Included
Customer Reviews
It was good
Complete, flowed well, saw an incredible amount of towns and cities within the timeframe without feeling, rushed or overdone. Beautiful sites and stops along the way, excellent rest stops, lovely excursions and dinners and Portuguese experiences. I can’t say enough about how wonderful the itinerary was.
Not sure , everything and everyone was happy with our itinerary. Thank you for that!!
A well planned excursion. Excellent Tour Director. Very Good Hotels.
All was wonderful, thankyou
Monthly Price Comparison
Good to Know
Do you need help from our trip consultants?
If you have any question about this tour or need help with planning a trip, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
Our travel experts are ready to help.
Why Book with Bookmundi
No credit card or booking fees.
Best price guaranteed.
Carbon neutral tours.
25,000+ trip reviews, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.
What are customers saying about Bookmundi
