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    Coastal Cities & Cultural Treasures

    Portugal in 9 Days, 7 Nights in Destination

    Irene, Travel Expert

    Irene
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    Our classic tour of Portugal's vibrant cities and cultural heritage, including Lisbon, Porto, Fatima and the flamboyant architecture of Sintra.

    Trip Highlights

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      Fátima
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      Lisbon
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      Nazare
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      Obidos
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      Porto
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      Sintra

    Included

    1. All flights

    2. Accommodation

    3. All transfers

    4. Activities

    5. Breakfast only

    Availability

    1. Departures available until August 2026

    2. Private groups available

    3. Available Group tours

    4. Solo travelers from + $430

    5. Add up to 3 nights to your stay

    6. WHAT'S THIS?

    Categories available

    1. charm included

    2. superior from + $200

    3. luxury from + $600

    4. luxury private from + $1,950

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    Itinerary

    Be captivated by the vibrant cities of Portugal on a spellbinding journey through its most inspiring destinations. Explore the lively neighborhoods of Lisbon and the fairytale castles of Sintra before traveling to the holy city of Fatima, filled with enigmatic spiritual landmarks. Finally, uncover the heart of Porto, known for its delicious wine and colorful buildings.

    1st Day: US - Night on board

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    Ready to discover the spectacular cities and landscapes of Portugal? Arrive at your departure airport, ready to catch a flight to Lisbon.* Night on board.

     

    * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

    2nd Day: Lisbon

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    Touch down in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, known for its dramatic coastline and pastel-colored buildings. Transfer to the hotel* and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Why not explore the oldest parts of the city to admire the ornate architecture or simply enjoy the views of the River Tagus from one of the many riverside cafes and bars. Overnight stay in Lisbon.

     

    *You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ikonik Lisboa or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    125 Reviews

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    3rd Day: Lisbon

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on a tour of Lisbon for an eye-opening overview of this incredible city. Begin your day contemplating the incredible Belem Tower and the “Padrão dos Descobrimentos” before heading to the church of the Jerónimos Monastery, home to the tomb of Vasco de Gama and the famous poet Camões. Next, try the Pasteis de Belem during a mouth-watering pastry tasting, this typical, delicious Portuguese Tart is perhaps the most famous pastry in the country. Your tour will end with a fascinating stroll around Alfama quarter, one of the oldest areas in the city, perched upon the hillside with spectacular views across the sprawling cityscape. The rest of the day is free to continue discovering the city at your own pace. Why not explore the Praça do Comercio and Rossio Square area, always a hive of activity perfect for sightseeing or grabbing a bite in a local café! This evening we recommend a fun optional Dinner with Fado Show* to fully immerse yourself in Portuguese culture. Overnight stay in Lisbon.

    *Optional Dinner & Fado Show: Embark on a captivating culinary journey, enjoying a delectable traditional dinner complemented by the finest wines from Portugal, while being immersed in the soul-stirring sounds of a live Fado performance. Let the evening enchant you with emotion and authenticity, creating an unforgettable experience.


    Why not upgrade your trip with our Portugal Highlights package of 2 excursions, available in the next step of the booking process!

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ikonik Lisboa or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    125 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Tour of Lisbon

    Moderate

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    Optional
    Dinner with Fado Show

    Light

    See more
    Optional
    2 Excursions package - Highlights of Portugal: Dinner with Fado show in Lisbon & River Douro Boat Tour in Porto

    Moderate

    See more

    4th Day: Lisbon - Sintra - Lisbon

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Set off on an excursion to Sintra, an unforgettable town and UNESCO World Heritage Site, filled with 19th-century Romanticist architecture, fairytale castles and exquisite gardens. Here you'll visit the Quinta da Regaleira Gardens and Palace considered the most enigmatic of all the estates in Sintra. The palace is a fusion of ornate and colorful architectural styles but the main attraction is the extensive gardens, filled with symbolism and intriguing constructions. After the tour, enjoy free time in Sintra to explore at your own pace. In the afternoon head to Cape Roca, the most westerly point of the European continent. Here you can soak up the views of the Atlantic Ocean and explore the village of Cascais, once the chosen beach destination of the aristocracy. Return to Lisbon and enjoy the remainder of the day exploring the delights of this cosmopolitan city at your leisure. Overnight stay in Lisbon.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ikonik Lisboa or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    125 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Excursion to Sintra

    Active

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    5th Day: Lisbon - Óbidos - Nazaré - Fátima

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Head to Obidos today, one of the best-known villages in Portugal thanks to its magical cobblestone streets and charming architecture, enclosed within medieval city walls. Next, visit Nazare, a surfers paradise, home to some of the largest waves in the world and the most popular beach destination on the Silver Coast. Finish the day in the historic and fascinating city of Fatima, one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Catholics. Sacred sights here include the Capelinha das Aparições, where the Virgin Mary is believed to have appeared to local children in 1917, the Basílica de Nossa Senhora do Rosário, with its golden angels, and the modern church of Igreja da Santíssima Trindade. Spend the evening at your leisure, discovering the sights and sounds of this beautiful city at your own pace. Overnight stay in Fatima.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Aleluia or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    211 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Obidos, Nazare & Fatima Excursion

    Light

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    6th Day: Fatima - Coimbra - Porto

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Bid farewell to Fatima today as you set for Tomar to visit the famous Convent of Christ complex, once a stronghold of the Templars in the 12th-century. Uncover the history of the Templars in Portugal, including the beautiful medieval chapel and the ornate cloister, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Explore this fascinating UNESCO World Heritage site before continuing to the city of Coimbra, once the capital of Portugal and today a student city, home to the oldest university in the country. As the day draws to a close, travel to Porto, in northern Portugal on the banks of the Douro River. With its stunning Old Town, Porto is one of the highlights of any trip to Portugal. Spend the evening at your leisure, exploring the city's atmospheric streets or enjoy an optional dinner with live music*. Overnight stay in Porto.

    *Optional Dinner with Live Music: Embark on a unique gastronomic journey, where you'll savor a delicious traditional dinner paired with the finest wines from Portugal, while being captivated by a vibrant Fado performance. Sing, dance, and let yourself be carried away by a night full of emotion in an authentic and unforgettable experience.


    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ibis Porto Center Mercado... or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    158 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Christ Convent in Tomar & Coimbra Tour

    Active

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    Optional
    Dinner with Live Music in Porto

    Light

    See more

    7th Day: Porto

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with a panoramic tour of Porto to see the main attractions of the city such as the exterior of Clérigos Tower, Aliados Avenue, the impressive Sao Bento train station and the iconic bridge of Luis I. In the afternoon, soak up the delights of Porto at your own pace, admiring the famous tiled facades or sampling the authentic local port in a cosy cafe. Alternatively, we recommend an unforgettable boat tour on the River Douro.* Overnight stay in Porto.

    *Optional River Douro Boat Tour: set off on an unforgettable boat tour on the Douro River to enjoy spectacular views of the city. After cruising on the river, visit a local port wine cellar and enjoy a tasting session of this typical Portuguese drink.

    Why not upgrade your trip with our Portugal Highlights package of 2 excursions, available in the next step of the booking process!

    Please note: Entrance to the Bolsa Palace (15 euros per person) and Church of Saint Francis (12 euros per person) is optional and is not included. 

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ibis Porto Center Mercado... or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    158 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Panoramic Tour of Porto

    Active

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    Optional
    River Douro Boat Tour

    Moderate

    See more

    8th Day: Porto - Aveiro - Lisbon

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Porto this morning, headed for the charming coastal city of Aveiro where you can enjoy some free time to explore its picturesque canals and colorful architecture. In the afternoon, return to the capital of Lisbon and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to soak up the ambience of this lively city or do some last-minute shopping. Overnight stay in Lisbon.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Ikonik Lisboa or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    125 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Visit to Aveiro

    Light

    See more

    9th Day: Lisbon - US

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    Breakfastat the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the US.* Arrive in the US and end of your trip. 

     

    * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

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    From $1,999

    • Accommodation in Superior & Luxury category hotels.
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    From $3,349

    • Accommodation in Superior & Luxury category hotels.
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    Included activities

    Included

    Tour of Lisbon

    Included activity for day 3 in Lisbon

    An eye-opening overview of this incredible city. Stroll through the central neighborhood of Alfama, visit the exterior of the historic Jerónimos Monastery and Belem Tower, then taste the mouth-watering Pasteis de Belem pastry!

    Duration 07:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    During the tour you will have 2.30hs free for lunch (not included). Pick up time will be reconfirmed upon arrival to Lisbon.

    more information
    Included

    Excursion to Sintra

    Included activity for day 4 in Sintra

    Visit the Quinta da Regaleira Gardens and Palace considered the most enigmatic of all the estates in Sintra. In the afternoon head to Cape Roca and explore the village of Cascais.

    Duration 09:00h Approx. Pick up time: 09:00 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Active

    more information
    Included

    Obidos, Nazare & Fatima Excursion

    Included activity for day 5

    Explore the cobblestone streets and charming architecture of Obidos and pay a visit to Nazare, a surfers paradise, home to some of the largest waves in the world! Finish the day in the historic and fascinating city of Fatima, a Catholic pilgrimage site.

    Duration 10:30h Approx. Pick up time: 08:30 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Christ Convent in Tomar & Coimbra Tour

    Included activity for day 6

    Head to Tomar to visit the famous Convent of Christ complex, once a stronghold of the Templars in the 12th-century. Afterwards, continue to the city of Coimbra, once the capital of Portugal and a student city, home to the oldest university in the country.

    Pick up time: 08:30 Approx

    Physical rating:

    Active

    more information

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    Available Activities

    Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
    Optional

    Dinner with Fado Show

    Suggested activity for day 3 in Lisbon

    Head to the historic neighbourhood of Alfama to indulge in an evening of traditional Portuguese cuisine accompanied by the melancholic sounds of Fado music. Soak up the warm atmosphere and listen to the soft melodies of the Portuguese guitar.

    Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    You can book this activity individually or through the 2 Excursions package.

    more information
    Optional

    2 Excursions package - Highlights of Portugal: Dinner with Fado show in Lisbon & River Douro Boat Tour in Porto

    Suggested activity for day 3 in Lisbon

    Make the most of your time in Portugal with this pack of two unmissable experiences: a Dinner & Fado Show in Lisbon and a River Douro boat tour including a visit to a local port wine cellar with a tasting session in Porto

    Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    Important: Please avoid booking the activities included in this package separately.

    more information
    Optional

    Dinner with Live Music in Porto

    Suggested activity for day 6 in Porto

    Enjoy an exquisite traditional dinner paired with some of Portugal's finest wines, while being captivated by an enchanting Fado performance.

    Duration 02:30h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Optional

    River Douro Boat Tour

    Suggested activity for day 7 in Porto

    Set off on an unforgettable boat tour on the Douro River to enjoy spectacular views of the city. After cruising on the river, visit a local port wine cellar and enjoy a tasting session of this typical Portuguese drink.

    Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    You can book this activity individually or through the 2 Excursions package.

    more information

    The price includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Lisbon - US.
    • 7 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels. *
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    • 7 breakfasts.
    • All transfers
    • Visits to the Church of Monastery of Jeronimos, Quinta da Regaleira & Convent of Christ complex in Tomar.**
      more information
      See itinerary
    • Air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • City tour in Lisbon, Porto, Tomar & Coimbra. Visit Fatima, Nazare, Obidos, Sintra & Aveiro.**
      more information
    • English-speaking guide.

    Not included

    Tax, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    Please note: Travelers are required to pay a municipal tax (approximately €4 per person, per night) directly to the hotels in Lisbon and Porto upon departure. A credit card must be presented as a guarantee to the hotels upon arrival.

    * Hotel rooms in Portugal are usually equipped with one double bed. If you require twin beds, please let us know at the time of booking and we will try our best to accommodate your request, although it cannot always be guaranteed. 

    Check-in and check-out times are set as a matter of internal policy at each hotel. As a general rule, check-in begins at 3PM and the check-out time is at noon. Please note that these hours may vary per the rules of an individual hotel.

    ** In the event of closures or special events, the order of the itinerary may change. In this case, all tours and excursions mentioned in the itinerary will go ahead, but possibly in a different order.

    Exoticca groups up to 37 travelers.

    • Entry requirements

      Portugal requires that all foreigners have a minimum term of validity left on their passport or visa, depending on their nationality. Please check your official state department/foreign office website for more information.

    • Visa

      No visa is required.

    • Currency

      Euro.

    • Language

      Portuguese.

    • Electricity

      230 V. No adapter required.

    • Health

      There are no mandatory vaccinations.

    • Time zone

      UTC + 0

    • Other useful information

      Portugal is one of the oldest countries in Europe.

    • Tourist Office website

      http://www.visitportugal.com

    Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

     

    Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

     

    In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice. 

     

    If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 888-488-0592 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.


    While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection. 

     

    Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.

     

    Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.

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