Country Roads of Portugal Tour with 159 Reviews by Insight Vacations

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Age Requirement

5 - 99 yrs

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English

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Easy

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Ends

Lisbon, Portugal

Highlights

Lisbon: Journey through Lisbon with your Local Expert, from the Lower Town to the Belém Quarter. See the Belém Tower and Monument to the Discoveries, built to honour explorers who set sail during Portugal’s Golden Age of Discovery.

Lisbon: Visit the cloisters of Jerónimos Monastery with its beautiful Manueline architecture, reflecting Portugal's trade over the centuries and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Lagos: Explore this coastal town nestled on Meia Praia, with your Travel Director.

Évora: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site guided by your Local Expert and see the famous Roman Temple. While sightseeing, witness the fascinating cathedral and be charmed by its mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.

Évora: With your Travel Director explore the ancient city of Évora and visit the fascinating Capela dos Ossos, meaning the Chapel of Bones, a chapel decorated with human remains.

Itinerary

Let your senses be captivated on the 'Country Roads of Portugal' art and architecture tour, an 11-day guided trip beginning and ending in Lisbon. Explore the historic downtown and Belém Quarter with a local expert, gaze across Alqueva Lake from Monsaraz, and cruise its tranquil waters with a local captain. Discover the Templar Castle in Tomar and indulge in a farm-to-table dinner and port tasting in the Douro Valley. Roam the UNESCO-listed streets of Porto before relaxing in a five-star hotel in the city’s historic district. This tour package is distinguished by its focus on authentic culinary experiences and unique access to Portugal’s architectural marvels.

Day 1Welcome to Lisbon

Day 2Lisbon and the Age of the Great Discoveries

Day 3The Algarve

Day 4Everlasting vora Relaxed Start

Day 5Monsaraz and vora Relaxed Start

Day 6On to Ftima and Tomar Relaxed Start

Day 7Coimbra and the Douro Valley Relaxed Start

Day 8Guimares and Porto Relaxed Start

Day 9Porto, Grande Dame on the Douro Relaxed Start

Day 10Ancient bidos and Lisbon Relaxed Start

Day 11Depart Lisbon

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Accommodation

Dom Pedro Lisboa, Lisbon HotelRia Park Hotel & Spa, AlgarveM'Ar de Ar Aqueduto, Évora HotelTemplários, Tomar HotelDouro Palace Resort & Spa, Douro Valley HotelMercure Centro Santa Catarina, Porto HotelTURIM Marquês, Lisbon HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Meals

Dinner (x3)Breakfast (x10)Lunch (x2)Lisbon: Join your Travel Director at 18:00 for a Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant and the opportunity to mingle with your fellow travellers.Monsaraz: Enjoy a memorable Alentejo Highlight Lunch at local restaurant Sem Fim, once an olive mill. Indulge in dish-after-dish of the tastiest tapas in a vibrant setting.Douro Valley: Enjoy a wonderful Farm-to-Table lunch, freshly prepared from locally sourced ingredients.Lisbon: Shared experiences and memories are often the foundation for special bonds and friendships. Toast your travels with wine and good cheer during your dinner at a restaurant in Lisbon, devoted to the enjoyment of regional cooking.Évora: During a wine tasting session, appreciate the delicate yet complex nuances of Alentejo wine, and learn how the Relvas family has been managing to keep low water consumption, reforestation of indigenous trees, and providing scholarships to children of the village. Your visit directly supports United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and production. With a 30% reduction in water use and innovative water management systems in place, they have been integrating science technology to ensure genuine production processes in all their activities.

Transport

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Guide

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activitiesTomar: Commanding the city’s skyline, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tomar Castle and the Convent of Christ is a testament to Portugal's storied past. Accompanied by a Local Expert, you’ll delve into the history of the Knights Templar, exploring the octagonal Templars' Rotunda and the cloisters that echo with the memories of warrior monks. See the intricate Manueline Window, a masterpiece of Gothic artistry and a symbol of Portugal’s Age of Discovery, as you uncover this extraordinary stronghold.Tomar: Immerse yourself in the history of Tomar as your Local Expert guides you through its architectural treasures. Discover the small town’s unique blend of cultural influences, reflected in its streets and landmarks. Visit the Synagogue of Tomar, one of Portugal’s best-preserved medieval synagogues. Step inside this remarkable space to uncover the legacy and learn about its significance as a symbol of the Jewish communities in Portugal.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Tomar: Commanding the city’s skyline, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tomar Castle and the Convent of Christ is a testament to Portugal's storied past. Accompanied by a Local Expert, you’ll delve into the history of the Knights Templar, exploring the octagonal Templars' Rotunda and the cloisters that echo with the memories of warrior monks. See the intricate Manueline Window, a masterpiece of Gothic artistry and a symbol of Portugal’s Age of Discovery, as you uncover this extraordinary stronghold.Tomar: Immerse yourself in the history of Tomar as your Local Expert guides you through its architectural treasures. Discover the small town’s unique blend of cultural influences, reflected in its streets and landmarks. Visit the Synagogue of Tomar, one of Portugal’s best-preserved medieval synagogues. Step inside this remarkable space to uncover the legacy and learn about its significance as a symbol of the Jewish communities in Portugal.Monsaraz: Join a local boat captain for a tranquil cruise on Lake Alqueva. Relax and enjoy calming waters, picturesque views and tales of river life."I love taking guests to Monsaraz because It's one of the many villages lost in time. It's not easy for guests to find on their own and they feel like they're visiting a secret paradise."Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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