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South of Portugal

Name: South of Portugal
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 2208.42 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Portugal

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

139620

Operator:

Destination Services Portugal
Length:

4 days
Group size:

49 pax
Age:

10 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

Join this four-day guaranteed departure tour and discover the history and natural beauty of Portugal through the country’s medieval-walled cities, authentic villages, and fantastic natural parks. We begin this memorable Portuguese adventure in the bustling capital, Lisbon and drive southwards until we arrive in Evora, a captivating UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the narrow streets, visit its main landmarks, and indulge in the Portuguese cuisine at the local market. We continue the tour with visiting sunny Algarve, where you can discover charming Sagres and the cosmopolitan city of Lagos. Then, prepare yourself for a spectacular route over the Arrabida Mountain Range a Natural Park with magnificent scenery and uncommon vegetation, located at the gates of Lisbon, our final destination.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL LISBON – EVORA (135 km – 1.5 hrs)

Begin your journey with a pick-up at Marques de Pombal Square in Lisbon, at 8:30 hrs. We recommend to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the indicated time.. We then drive southwards heading towards our first point of visit: the town of Evora, a mosaic of culture, history and traditions. Leaving Lisbon, we cross the bridge over the Tagus and head through a beautiful and bucolic landscape of olive trees, cork oak trees and vineyards before arriving at Evora – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the narrow streets of this whitewashed town we walk back through time visiting some of Evora’s most important monuments: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral, St. Francis Church with its “Chapel of Bones” and the University. At the market, we see and feel the richness of the products used in preparing the mouthwatering Portuguese dishes. Throughout the visit, we also get to admire the diversity and authenticity of local handicrafts with cork, ceramic, and copper objects. After a tasty lunch, enjoy the free time to better discover this city. Overnight in Evora area hotel on bed-and-breakfast basis.

Start point

Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

08:30

Day 2

EVORA – BEJA – SILVES – LAGOS (245km – 3hrs)

Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel getting ready for today's surprises. Part of the morning provides further leisure time in Evora before driving southward passing Beja where the high tower in the Portuguese medieval castle dominates the town and the region. Crossing the low mountain range, we enter the beautiful Algarve region. Alongside fields of orange trees, we arrive in Silves, the renowned town dominated by its red sandstone castle dating back mainly to Moorish times. We continue driving through the golden sands of the Algarve, passing Praia da Rocha en route to charming Lagos. Overnight in Lagos area hotel on bed-and-breakfast basis.

Day 3

LAGOS – PONTA DA PIEDADE – SAGRES – CABO DE SAO VICENTE – LAGOS (85km – 1.5 hrs)

Enjoy a delightful breakfast at your hotel before continuing your adventure in Portugal. Algarve has the call of the sea that led to the Discovery of the New World. We stop in Ponta da Piedade to admire the magnificent views over the Atlantic Ocean and cliffs, whose shapes have been sculpted by the erosive action of both the sea and time. Continue to Sagres, a fishing port, for a visit to the fortress that was the mythical “navigation school” forever linked to the presence of Prince Henry the Navigator. Proceed along the cliffs to Cabo de Sao Vicente, the most south-western point in mainland Europe. The city of Lagos, a cosmopolitan town with a marina and fishing port is home to some of the most delicious Algarve dishes, such as the fish and shellfish cooked in a “cataplana” copper pan, as well as tasty sweets such as the famous marzipan, almond and fig cakes. Return to the hotel, where an afternoon at leisure invites you to take a dip in the sea. Overnight in Lagos area hotel on Bed-and-breakfast basis.

Day 4

LAGOS – SETUBAL – SERRA DA ARRABIDA – DEPARTURE LISBON (320 km – 3.5 hrs)

Indulge in a tasty breakfast before bidding farewell to Algarve. The return trip to Lisbon takes you through the city of Setubal, a major port and industrial centre on the north bank of the Sado estuary. Then comes a scenic route over the Arrabida Mountain Range. Catch a glimpse of the Natural Park, admiring the amazing scenery, unique vegetation and the sweeping views of the Troia Peninsula. Crossing the Tagus River bridge, we arrive in Lisbon and drop you off at the indicated location. Breakfast included.

End point

Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

18:00

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 45 days or less before the event or no show

Tour Details

Accommodation

3 nights hotel accommodation

Day 1 Evora:

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Vila Galé Evora / M’Ar de Ar Muralhas/ Olive or similar 4*

Day 2-3 Lagos:

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Marina Club/ Vila Galé Lagos de Sá or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA:

Pre - Night in Lisbon:

Superior Hotel Category = Olissippo Marquês de Sá Hotel or similar 4*

Post - Night in Lisbon:

Superior Hotel Category = Olissippo Marquês de Sá Hotel or similar 4*

Transport

Air conditioning bus or minivan, as per detailed itinerary

Additional Services

Pre - Night in Lisbon:

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Capel of Bones in Évora, Sao Francisco Church, Evora Cathedral, Sao Vicente Fortress in Sagres

Additional Services

Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, drinks and meals not stated explicitly in the programme, including drinks during meals

Tips and porterage

City tax not included, payable on the spot

Entrance fees not mentioned in the included items

Any charges not mentioned in the included items

Arrival airport transfer / departure airport transfer

International / domestic flights

All types of travel or personal insurance.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Pick-up at Marques de Pombal Square in Lisbon, at 8:30 hrs. We recommend arriving at the meeting point 15 minutes before the indicated time

Drop-off at Marques de Pombal Square in Lisbon at 18:00 hrs.

No refund for unused services. Splitting of package is not allowed

We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.

Meals

3 Breakfasts

Guide

Operated with English, Portuguese, French and Spanish-speaking licensed guide on a shared basis

Good to know

Currency

€

Euro

Portugal

Customer reviews

Overall Rating

4.5

Itinerary

4.7

Guide

Transport

4.7

Accommodation

Food

3.5

Operator

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We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.

Can I change or cancel my reservation?

Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.