LISBON

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1st Day | Lisbon

Your tour guide will pick you up at the airport and take you on a Half-Day introductory tour, starting with one of the most beautiful view points in the city. Along the day you’ll pass by some of the oldest neighborhoods of Lisbon and visit its best spots

Overnight in: Lisbon 2nd Day | Lisbon and Sintra + Sunset Sailing Tour (2 hours)

Visit the charming village of Sintra, located in a Natural Park with castles and grand mansions used as summer houses by the Portuguese royalty. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and owing to its beauty is one of the most visited sites in Portugal. Your afternoon will be spent visiting the emblematic district of Belém.

Overnight in: Lisbon 3rd day | Óbidos, Nazaré and Fátima

This Western Portugal day tour will offer you an unforgettable experience. Discover the typical crafts, the rich gastronomy, the traditions, the aromas and flavors in a unique atmosphere that characterizes this region. Overnight in: Tomar 4th Day | Tomar and Coimbra

Discover two of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, in Portugal: Tomar and Coimbra. Overnight in: Porto 5th Day | Porto

During this Oporto city tour we will discover the history and charm of the city. Dom Luis metal bridge Designed by Théophile Seyrig, a disciple of Gustave Eiffel, the bridge was inaugurated in 1886 and connects Oporto to Vila Nova de Gaia, on the other side of the Douro River. Port’s wine cellars Port’s Wine is internationally acclaimed for its quality and although it is produced in the Douro Valley, the cellars are located in Oporto. Have a taste of this amazing and unique sweet Oporto’s wine. Cruise at the Douro’s River Enjoy the fantastic landscapes on board of a typical local boat called ‘Rabelo’. São Bento train station The railway station of Oporto built in the 20th century is the most beautiful in the country. It has a glass and iron structure and it’s decorated with twenty thousand tiles that illustrate the evolution of the transportation and important events of Portuguese history and lifestyle. Church and Tower of the Clerics Considered to be the city’s symbol, this 18th century baroque church was designed by the Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni. São Francisco church The Church of St. Francis was classified as a National Monument and Unesco World Heritage because of its extraordinary decoration in gilt wood carvings. Oporto’s Catedral The Cathedral of the city of Porto, located in the heart of the historical center is one of the main and oldest monuments of Portugal. Bolsa Palace Located in central Oporto was built in 1834 in a neo classical style constructed by the Commerce Association of Oporto. Overnight in: Porto 6th Day | Braga e Guimarães

Discover Braga and Guimarães, both classified by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Along the day you’ll have the opportunity to see more of the region of Minho by visiting other iconic landmarks between the two cities. Cinquecentist Guimarães’ centre Lose yourself in the streets, the colors and history of this city. Castle of Guimarães Considered ‘The First of Portugal’, in which rests the very foundation of the Portuguese nationality. Ducal Palace This 18th century Palace is located in the historical center of Guimarães and is classified as a National Monument. Bracara Augusta The oldest city in Portugal that played a key role in the development of the Roman occupation in the region. Considered a very religious its history blends with the Catholic identity. Braga’s Cathedral The country’s oldest (1st Mass dated 1089), today still has the strength of this tradition. Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte True jewel of the Portuguese Baroque architecture. Overnight in: Douro 7th Day | Douro

Explore one of the most beautiful region of Portugal: The Douro Valley, is classified as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Here you will find several vineyards planted on the mountains slops and make a panoramic tour to see breathtaking landscapes, visit local wineries and taste the famous Douro wine. Village of Pinhão At Pinhão you will visit the railway station to see the famous 24 tile panels with landscapes of the Douro Region. Overnight in: Douro 8th Day | Seia, Piodão, Manteigas and Belmonte

Manteigas With a unique natural beauty, the village is located about 700m above sea level, on the glacier valley of Serra da Estrela. Visit the Burel Factory at Manteigas. Seia Situated on the southwest slopes of Serra da Estrela is a place that invites the practice of open-air activity: walking, bathing in fluvial beaches or other sports. Piodão Small village with houses made of a unique type of stone, very common of that region called shist. Belmonte A village that has a mystical meaning in the international Sephardic history. A village with a big connection to the jewish history. Here you’ll have the opportunity to visit: the Castle, the Jewish Museum and the Hebrew tombstone, the BET ELIAHU Synagogue and the Jewish Quarter. Overnight in: Belmonte 9th Day | Monsanto, Vila Velha de Rodão and Castelo de Vide

Monsanto Its considered the most Portuguese village of the country. Its origins date back to the Paleolithic, conquered from the Moors by D. Afonso Henriques in 1165, and later donated to the Knights Templar who built a castle, under the orders of its Grand Master. This village is characteristic for its granite houses and nested shale in the middle of huge granite blocks. Vila Velha de Rodão The earliest remains of the past of Ródão are of a geological nature and are dated to about 600 Million years. You’ll visit the Natural Monument ‘Portas de Ródão’ the natural ex libris of Vila Velha de Ródão, where the Tagus, runs entrenched among giant quartzites creating a geological formation. Castelo de Vide A 13th century castle full of historical events, traditions and many other surprises for you. Overnight in: Marvão 10th Day | Marvão, Elvas e Vila viçosa

Marvão Marvão is considered one of the most spectacular walled villages in the country. Set up on the very top of the Serra de São Mamede mountains, it offers splendid views of the region. Elvas A World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Elvas houses the World’s largest collection of bulwark fortifications and other military buildings as well as churches and monasteries of unique beauty. Vila Viçosa Surrounded by natural beauty, this hidden gem is full of history and cultural interest. Overnight in: Évora 11st Day | Évora and Monsaraz

The Capital of Alto Alentejo (one of the Portuguese Regions) and classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage site since 1986. San Francisco’s Church The Convent of St. Francis in Évora, was the first house of the Franciscan Order in Portugal and was founded in the 12th century. The Church of the convent was remodeled at the end of the 15th century, between the years of 1480 and 1510, being an example of Gothic-Manueline architecture. It is related to the events that marked the period of maritime expansion and is one of the most beautiful churches in Portugal. Bones Chapel Built in the 17th century by the initiative of three Franciscan friars in order to convey the message of the transience and fragility of human life. At the entrance, the warning: “We bones here laid, for yours we wait”. The walls and the eight pillars of the church are covered with about 5,000 human skulls and countless bones from the city’s cemeteries. Évora’s Roman Temple The Roman Temple of Évora was built in the early 1st century and is located in the historic city center, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, in 1986, is one of the most famous landmarks of the city and a symbol of the Roman presence in Portuguese territory. Évora’s Cathedral Better known as Sé de Évora, it’s the largest medieval cathedral in Portugal. Its construction began in 1186 and consecrated in 1204, was completed later on, in 1250. It is a fascinating monument in granite that marks the transition from the Romanesque style to the Gothic style. Local vineyard and winery Get to know more about the wine production with a guided tour in a local winery. You’ll learn more about the daily life of a winery and at the end have a wine tasting with local ‘tapas’ such as cheese, sausage, olives, and bread. Monsaraz Medieval village conquered by the Moors in the 12th century. It played, over the years, a very important role in monitoring the Guadiana River, after the border with Spain. The beauty and state of conservation of the village of Monsaraz are impressive, making it a museum village, unique in the region. From the top of the castle walls, built by D. Dinis in the 14th century and classified as National Monument, we can see the whole village with houses painted white and slate roofs and the Alqueva dam. Overnight in: Lisbon 12th Day | Drop off at Lisbon's airport

Optional experiences and visits Algarve For those you prefer the beach we have the option of spending 2 days in the Algarve area instead of 2 days in Serra da Estrela. Visit the best spots, enjoy a memorable boat ride in the Ponta da Piedade caves and at the end explore the Vicentina Coast, Sagres and Lagos returning to Lisbon.