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A Week In... Portugal
Tour Description:
Discover the seafaring charms of the coast, the lush river valley vineyards, the hilltop castles and villages in its alpine interior and monuments to grandiose man-made achievements... Portugal may be small... but it's big on vibrant culture, history, and natural beauty that invites intimate exploration.
Spend two nights in the ancient port city of Porto with guided visits to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Douro Wine Region and the historic center of Oporto. Your unique accommodation in Évora is a converted, 15th-century convent, setting the scene for guided exploration of the Convent of the Order of Christ and the historic city, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, plus port wine and olive oil tastings in the country; and in Lisbon, a two-night stay in Portugal's capital city includes excursions to seaside Cascais and Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unique experiences include visits to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites on guided visits with local experts, and tastings of world-famous port wine and olive oil during a tour and lunch at a renowned winery.
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| Saturday 20 Apr 24 — Saturday 27 Apr 24 | Starting at $4,490 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 29 Apr 24 — Monday 06 May 24 | Starting at $5,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 11 May 24 — Saturday 18 May 24 | Starting at $5,190 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 25 May 24 — Saturday 01 Jun 24 | Starting at $5,190 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 01 Jun 24 — Saturday 08 Jun 24 | Starting at $5,190 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 08 Jun 24 — Saturday 15 Jun 24 | Starting at $5,990 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 10 Jun 24 — Monday 17 Jun 24 | Starting at $6,190 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 24 Aug 24 — Saturday 31 Aug 24 | Starting at $5,190 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 14 Sep 24 — Saturday 21 Sep 24 | Starting at $5,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 21 Sep 24 — Saturday 28 Sep 24 | Starting at $6,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 23 Sep 24 — Monday 30 Sep 24 | Starting at $6,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 28 Sep 24 — Saturday 05 Oct 24 | Starting at $5,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 30 Sep 24 — Monday 07 Oct 24 | Starting at $6,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 05 Oct 24 — Saturday 12 Oct 24 | Starting at $5,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 12 Oct 24 — Saturday 19 Oct 24 | Starting at $6,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 19 Oct 24 — Saturday 26 Oct 24 | Starting at $5,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 21 Oct 24 — Monday 28 Oct 24 | Starting at $6,590 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 28 Oct 24 — Monday 04 Nov 24 | Starting at $6,590 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 02 Nov 24 — Saturday 09 Nov 24 | Starting at $6,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 04 Nov 24 — Monday 11 Nov 24 | Starting at $6,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 09 Nov 24 — Saturday 16 Nov 24 | Starting at $6,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & Sightseeing
Discover the seafaring charms of the coast, the lush river valley vineyards, the hilltop castles and villages in its alpine interior and monuments to grandiose man-made achievements... Portugal may be small... but it's big on vibrant culture, history, and natural beauty that invites intimate exploration.
Spend two nights in the ancient port city of Porto with guided visits to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Douro Wine Region and the historic center of Oporto. Your unique accommodation in Évora is a converted, 15th-century convent, setting the scene for guided exploration of the Convent of the Order of Christ and the historic city, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, plus port wine and olive oil tastings in the country; and in Lisbon, a two-night stay in Portugal's capital city includes excursions to seaside Cascais and Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unique experiences include visits to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites on guided visits with local experts, and tastings of world-famous port wine and olive oil during a tour and lunch at a renowned winery.
Highlights
Wine tasting tour and lunch in Porto
Visits to Portugal's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the historic centers of Porto, Évora and Sintra & the University of Coimbra
Two nights at the Hotel Infante Sagres, the charming city of Porto's first five-star hotel
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
Highlights
Wine tasting tour and lunch in Porto
Visits to Portugal's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the historic centers of Porto, Évora and Sintra & the University of Coimbra
Two nights at the Hotel Infante Sagres, the charming city of Porto's first five-star hotel
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
ITINERARY
ITINERARYArrive Porto
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Hotel Infante Sagres. A transfer is included from Porto Int'l Airport to Hotel Infante Sagres in the city's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Please join us tonight for a welcome reception followed by dinner at the hotel.
Painted Tiles & Port Wines in Porto
Colorful, eclectic Porto rises on staggered hills beside the Douro River where the river empties into the Atlantic. Port wine originated here in the 17th century and is still the region's mainstay product, brought down from the vineyards of the Douro River Valley. Begin the day with a guided tour of Porto's historic district and its beguiling architecture, from medieval to Baroque to Beaux-Arts, winding alleyways, miradouros (lookout points), opulent palaces and churches. Public art is everywhere in the boldly colored painted tiles (azulejos) that adorn city buildings, including the historic São Bento train station. A guided ride aboard a traditional rabelo boat along the Douro River precedes a visit a port wine cellar for a tour and tasting before lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the Douro. Return to your newly restored hotel in Porto's historic district to relax and spend the rest of the afternoon and evening as you please.
Explore Coimbra and Batalha
This morning travel to Coimbra, located on the Mondego River in central Portugal, for a guided tour of one of the oldest universities in the world. The University of Coimbra was actually founded in Lisbon in 1290 but relocated here in 1308. Visit its 18th-century library, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to some 56,000 volumes, many of which date from the 16th to 18th centuries. Travel to Batalha for a visit to the Monastery of Batalha; it is the site of João d'Avis' tomb, along with those of his wife and four of their children (notably including Henry the Navigator). The monastery offers a mix of Gothic and Manueline architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue on to the seaside Praia D'EI Rey Marriott Golf & Beach Resort near Óbidos for an overnight stay.
Óbidos & Alentejo Wine Country
Spend the morning exploring on your own in the hilltop walled town of Óbidos, described by Condé Nast Traveler as "a medieval town that looks like it was lifted from the pages of a fairy tale." Enjoy time to wander along its cobbled streets that meander up to the ramparts, passing picturesque whitewashed houses charming with cascading bougainvillea and painted doors of every color. According to a popular legend, ever since King Dinis gifted this pretty town to his beloved Queen Isabel de Aragon in the 13th century, princes have offered it to their brides too. Lunch today is at a traditional estate in the Tejo wine region (formerly Ribatejo). This evening, check into your luxury hotel, a restored 15th-century convent outside of town, where dinner offers a choice of Alentejo specialties.
Medieval Évora
Start your day with a walking tour of Évora's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including its beautiful botanical gardens. The city's history reaches back 2,000 years; Portuguese kings resided here during the country's Golden Age, and you'll see royal palaces with a rich variety of architectural styles as your local guide peels back Évora's layers of history with stories about its Roman roots, its Moorish influences, and its glory years in the Middle Ages as a seat of learning and the arts. After lunch at a local restaurant, return to your hotel in Évora and spend the rest of the day and evening as you wish.
Explore Lisbon
Depart Évora and head for Portugal's colorful capital city of Lisbon; upon arrival, enjoy a guided visit to the Maritime Museum (Museu de Marinha) – a "world of discoveries" that takes you from the great adventure of the Discoveries to the evolution of the commercial and war navies within an impressive collection of 23,000 pieces. Next, enjoy a guided tour of the Belem district, where you can see the Monument to the Discoveries, and Jeronimos Monastery, where Vasco da Gama and Portugal's kings are buried (subject to availability). Following a lunch of local specialties, check into your landmark Lisbon hotel on the luxurious Avenida da Liberdade, and spend the evening as you please in this historic city.
Sintra, Cascais & a farewell evening
Today, visit Sintra – a romantic city of castles, monuments, and palatial estates, where your morning includes a tour of the National Palace of Pena, a romantic, 19th-century retreat crowning a mountain peak, and resplendent with yellow and pink painted buildings, crenellated turrets, and a medley of architectural styles; it was inspired by castles on the Rhine. After some free time to explore as you wish in Sintra, meander through picturesque landscapes to the beach town of Cascais on the Portuguese Riviera; return to Lisbon for an afternoon spent as you please. Then join us this evening for a private dinner at 18th-century Palacio de Queluz as your 8-day journey throughout Portugal journey comes to a close.
Journey home
Tour ends: Lisbon. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa to Lisbon Airport. You should allow a minimum of 3½ hours for flight check-in.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
