Portugal Express

Start your Portuguese adventure as you land in Porto. A warm welcome awaits you at the airport, followed by a transfer to your hotel. Spend the evening getting acquainted with your fellow travelers and tour guide over a delightful dinner at a local restaurant.

Immerse yourself in the charm of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a half-day guided tour. Visit the historic Stock Exchange Palace, admire the towering Clérigos Tower and the Romanesque Cathedral from the outside, and marvel at the azulejos-decorated S. Bento train station. Learn about the production of Port wine at a local winery and enjoy a tasting session. A boat trip on the Douro River offers a unique perspective of the city's skyline. Spend the rest of the day exploring Porto at your leisure.

Depart from Porto to Aveiro, often referred to as the 'Venice of Portugal'. Admire the colorful gondola-like boats and natural lagoons that add to the city's charm. In the afternoon, head to Coimbra, a city that has played a significant role in Portugal's history. Visit the old university, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and soak in the academic atmosphere of this renowned institution.

Begin your day with a visit to Tomar, where the Monastery of the Knights of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, awaits your exploration. Continue to Fátima, a significant pilgrimage site, before reaching Batalha. Here, visit the largest monastic building in Portugal, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a testament to Portuguese independence. Spend the night in Batalha.

Visit the Cistercian Monastery of Alcobaça, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its cloisters, refectory, and a unique kitchen with a river running through it. Enjoy a leisurely stroll in the picturesque fishing village of Nazaré before heading to Óbidos. Explore this atmospheric town, surrounded by a city wall, and admire its whitewashed houses adorned with flowers. End the day in Lisbon, where you'll spend the next three nights.

Explore Lisbon, the white city on the Tagus, with a guided tour. Visit the statue of Marques de Pombal, the historic Rossio Square, and the Alfama district leading up to the famous St. George Castle. Enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the Miradouro de Santa Catarina and have lunch in a typical restaurant. Walk through the Belém neighborhood, passing by the Jerónimos Monastery and the Belém Tower, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. End the day with a view of the Christ statue under the Ponte 25 de Abril, Europe's longest suspension bridge.

Explore the scenic surroundings of Lisbon, starting with the town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Palacio da Vila, the former summer residence of Portuguese kings, and marvel at its interesting ceiling paintings and azulejos. Proceed to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point in Europe, and enjoy a panoramic drive along the 'Portuguese Riviera', passing through the fashionable seaside resorts of Cascais and Estoril. Spend the afternoon exploring Lisbon at your leisure and enjoy a farewell dinner at a typical seafood restaurant.

As your memorable journey through Portugal comes to an end, you will be transferred to the airport in Lisbon for your return flight.