Portuguese Escape

Portuguese Escape
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Description

Summary

Starts
Lisbon
Duration
9 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through the heart of Portugal, a land steeped in history, culture, and tradition. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience into Portugal's rich heritage, from the vibrant capital city of Lisbon to the medieval town of Obidos, the historic city of Coimbra, and the port wine vineyards of Porto. Along the way, you'll explore architectural masterpieces, taste traditional wines and tapas, visit a cork factory, and much more. Each day brings a new adventure, with expert guides providing insights into the country's fascinating past and present. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or simply a curious traveler, this tour promises a memorable journey through Portugal's most iconic destinations.

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Included

Full buffet breakfast daily; 5 three-course dinners

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Motorcoach.

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8 nights hotel accommodation

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With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

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The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19,

after 1 March, 2023

, we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators – like airlines – have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe.

The Globus family of brands previous policy – requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 –

remains in effect until 1 March, 2023

. Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated.

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The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021:

- Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination.

- For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel:

1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.

2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.

A SAFE & WARM WELCOME:

We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements.

BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE:

We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technology—including our Go Beyond Devices in Europe—enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions.

FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH:

To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests.

TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS:

Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels.

COMMITMENT TO CLEAN:

As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures.

PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH:

The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operation—from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.

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Headsets throughout the tour.

Free Wi-Fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies.

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Map

Attractions

Igreja da Misericórdia, Guarda, Beira Interior Norte, Centro, PortugalIgreja da Misericórdia
Monumento Natural dos Lagosteiros, Castelo, Sesimbra, Setúbal, Setúbal Peninsula, Área Metropolitana de Lisboa, PortugalMonumento Natural dos Lagosteiros
Museum Frei Manuel do Cenáculo, Sé e São Pedro, Évora, Alentejo Central, Alentejo Region, PortugalMuseum Frei Manuel do Cenáculo
Porto Bridge Climb, Lordelo do Ouro, Lordelo do Ouro e Massarelos, Porto, Área Metropolitana do Porto, North, PortugalPorto Bridge Climb
Ponte móvel de Leça, Leça da Palmeira, Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira, Matosinhos, Porto, Área Metropolitana do Porto, North, PortugalPonte móvel de Leça
Convent of the Carthusians, Malagueira, Malagueira e Horta das Figueiras, Évora, Alentejo Central, Alentejo Region, PortugalConvent of the Carthusians
Door Santa Catarina, Santo André, Estremoz, Évora, Alentejo Central, Alentejo Region, PortugalDoor Santa Catarina
Miradouro da Vitória
Photo of the Jeronimos Monastery or Hieronymites Monastery is located in Lisbon, Portugal.Jerónimos Monastery
Photo of the Belem tower at the bank of Tejo River in Lisbon ,Portugal.Belém Tower
Photo of the Sanctuary of Fatima on a beautiful summer day, Portugal.Sanctuary of Fátima
Igreja de Santa Maria de Marvila, Marvila, Marvila, Santa Iria da Ribeira de Santarém, São Salvador e São Nicolau, Santarém, Lezíria do Tejo, Alentejo Region, PortugalIgreja de Santa Maria de Marvila
Photo of Porto Cathedral. Portugal. Beautiful morning view of the famous cathedral in Porto. Camino de Santiago. Pillory of Porto.Porto Cathedral
Knights of the Templar (Convents of Christ) castle detail, Tomar, Portugal.Convent of Christ
cathedral of Evora in Portugal.Cathedral of Évora
Torre da Universidade de Coimbra, Almedina, Sé Nova, Santa Cruz, Almedina e São Bartolomeu, Coimbra, Baixo Mondego, Centro, PortugalTurismo da Universidade de Coimbra

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Lisbon

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Lisbon

  • Lisbon - Arrival day
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Welcome to the vibrant city of Lisbon! Your journey begins at 6 pm with a meet-and-greet with your Tour Director and fellow travelers, followed by a welcome dinner at your hotel. Overnight in Lisbon (or similar).

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Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Lisbon

Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Lisbon

  • Lisbon
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  • Monumento Natural dos Lagosteiros
  • Jerónimos Monastery
  • Belém Tower
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Today, we delve into the heart of Lisbon, exploring its historic and architectural treasures. Our guided sightseeing tour includes a visit to the 16th-century Jeronimo’s Monastery and a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Overnight in Lisbon (or similar).

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Day 3 – Day 3: From Obidos to Tomar

Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: From Obidos to Tomar

  • Lisbon
  • Nazaré
  • Alcobaça
  • Tomar
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  • Sanctuary of Fátima
  • Igreja de Santa Maria de Marvila
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Our journey takes us to the medieval town of Obidos, followed by some free time in Nazaré. We then visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery in Alcobaça and the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary in Fátima en route to Tomar. Overnight in Tomar (or similar).

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Day 4 – Day 4: Tomar to Porto via Coimbra

Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Tomar to Porto via Coimbra

  • Tomar
  • Coimbra
  • Porto
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  • Convent of Christ
  • Turismo da Universidade de Coimbra
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Today, we visit the Convent of Christ in Tomar before heading to Coimbra, home to Portugal's oldest university. After exploring the university, we embark on a scenic drive to Porto. Overnight in Porto (or similar).

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Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Porto

Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Porto

  • Porto
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  • Porto Bridge Climb
  • Miradouro da Vitória
  • Porto Cathedral
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Today, we explore Porto with a local guide, including a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River and a visit to the cathedral. We also visit the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange and enjoy a port wine tasting at a local cellar. Overnight in Porto (or similar).

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Day 6 – Day 6: From Porto to Viseu via Guimaraes and Penafiel

Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: From Porto to Viseu via Guimaraes and Penafiel

  • Porto
  • Viseu
  • Penafiel
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  • Ponte móvel de Leça
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We start the day with an orientation walk through the medieval center of Guimaraes. Next, we visit the gardens of the Quinta da Aveleda winery in Penafiel for a Portuguese tapas tasting. We then drive through the port wine vineyards en route to Viseu, where we enjoy dinner with regional specialties and wine at a local restaurant. Overnight in Viseu (or similar).

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Day 7 – Day 7: From Viseu to Evora via Belmonte and Castelo de Vide

Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: From Viseu to Evora via Belmonte and Castelo de Vide

  • Viseu
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  • Igreja da Misericórdia
  • Cathedral of Évora
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Today, we visit the Jewish Museum in Belmonte and enjoy an olive-oil tasting. We then walk through the Jewish Quarter in Castelo de Vide before heading to Evora, where we visit a traditional cork factory. Overnight in Evora (or similar).

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Day 8 – Day 8: From Evora to Lisbon

Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: From Evora to Lisbon

  • Lisbon
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  • Museum Frei Manuel do Cenáculo
  • Convent of the Carthusians
  • Door Santa Catarina
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Our guided walking tour of Evora includes the Gothic cathedral, the Sao Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. After some free time for lunch, we return to Lisbon for a farewell dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Lisbon (or similar).

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Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Lisbon

Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Lisbon

  • Lisbon - Departure day
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Our memorable journey through Portugal comes to an end. After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye until we meet again. Safe travels!

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