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Wonders of Portugal

Name: Wonders of Portugal
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 821.38 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Portugal

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

139619

Operator:

Destination Services Portugal
Length:

3 days
Group size:

49 pax
Age:

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

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Itinerary

Join a three-day guaranteed departure tour in inspiring Portugal and enjoy a memorable journey through the Portuguese culture, history, and traditions. We leave vibrant Lisbon and head towards majestic Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site covered in beauty and mystery. Catch a glimpse of Cabo da Roca, the westerly point of continental Europe, let Obidos, the tiny but idyllic town surrounded by medieval walls, inspire you, and admire Portugal´s first Gothic-style church, situated in Alcobaca. Indulge in a culinary adventure in Nazare, a picturesque fishing village and spend the last day exploring the rich traditions of Evora. Enjoy a mouth watering lunch, followed by a noteworthy wine tasting session in one of the oldest Portuguese wine cellars, located in Azeitao.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL LISBON – SINTRA – CABO DA ROCA – CASCAIS – ESTORIL - LISBON (95 km – 2 hrs)

Your tour begins 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 head towards the majestic and romantic Palace of Pena, an astonishing fairytale castle located on one of the highest peaks of the Sintra hills. At the end of the morning, there is free time to wander the streets of Sintra, a UNESCO classified Cultural Site, that enchanted kings and inspired poets. Enjoy some of the handicraft shops and tearooms serving delicious local sweets, including “queijadas” and “travesseiros”. Then, we leave for Colares, a demarcated region recognized for its quality tables wines. We continue onwards until Cabo da Roca, the westerly point of continental Europe, passing the beach of Guincho until Hell’s Mouth and admiring the sea-framed landscapes until Cascais. Enjoy a brief visit to this charming coastal town. We return to Lisbon along the Estoril Coast praising the panoramic views of the Casino and its gardens. Overnight in Lisbon area hotel on selected board basis.

Start point

Marquês de Pombal, Pç. do Marquês de Pombal, Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

08:30

Day 2

LISBON – OBIDOS – ALCOBACA – NAZARE – BATALHA – FATIMA - LISBON (325km – 4.15 hrs)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Leaving Lisbon, we first head north with our first stop in Obidos, a small town surrounded by medieval walls. Admire its traditional whitewashed houses and wrought iron balconies, its handicrafts and the famous Pousada do Castelo. Then, we head towards Alcobaca to visit the Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, both the longest and the first church built entirely in the gothic style in Portugal, hosting the tombs of D. Pedro and D. Ines de Castro. Our lunch is served in Nazare, the most typical and colourful of Portuguese fishing village. Then, we travel to Sitio, a place with beautiful views over the beach and the ocean. In the afternoon, we visit the wonderful Batalha Monastery Church – UNESCO World Heritage Site, a masterpiece in the gothic style, with particularly stained-glass windows. We arrive at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, a centre of Christian faith and world pilgrimage site. We visit the Basilica, housing the tombs of Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta, and the Chapel of Apparitions at the heart of the shrine. If possible we can even attend mass. We return to Lisbon through a rich agricultural region. Overnight in Lisbon area hotel on selected board basis.

Day 3

LISBOA – EVORA – DEPART LISBON (265km – 3 hrs)

Leave the hotel and spend the day discovering the town of Evora, a mosaic of culture, history and traditions. Leaving Lisbon, we cross the bridge over the river 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 one of the most elaborate and appreciated gastronomies of Portugal. Throughout the visit, we will be able to explore the region’s wealth of history, gastronomy and its arts and crafts, indulge in some wine tasting.

End point

Marquês de Pombal, Pç. do Marquês de Pombal, 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

2 nights' accommodation

Day 1-2 Lisbon:

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Sana Malhoa or Olissipo Marques 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

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Additional Services

Pre - Night in Lisbon:

Admission to all museums and monuments mentioned in the itinerary: Palace of Pena in Sintra, Monastery of Batalha Cloisters, Capel of Bones in Evora, Sao Francisco Church in Evora, Evora Cathedral.

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

Arrival airport transfer / Departure airport transfer

Any charges not mentioned in the included items

International / domestic flights

All types of travel or personal insurance.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The departure is guaranteed with a minimum of two passengers

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

2 breakfasts

Guide

Operated with English, Spanish and Portuguese-speaking licensed guide on a shared basis. Please note that you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group or part of the same group during the tour.

Good to know

Currency

€

Euro

Portugal

Customer reviews

Overall Rating

2.5

Itinerary

3.8

Guide

4.2

Transport

3.5

Accommodation

2.5

Food

3.8

Operator

Faq Tour

How can I book a tour?

You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.

Which payment options are available?

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.