Experience Overview
In Portugal, the sun is bright, the food is delicious, and the living is easy. Wander the hilly streets of coastal Lisbon, where you can munch on a custard tart while gazing at sun-dappled architecture. Get your fill of history and culture at UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Monastery of Batalha, Coimbra University, and the picturesque town of Sintra (optional). End the tour in Porto, where the majestic Douro Valley begs for you to lounge back with a glass of port wine in hand. Felicidades! And welcome to Portugal.
Highlights
- Explore the seven hills of Lisbon
- Step back in history wandering charming hill towns
- Taste local delicacies and become a port wine connoisseur
- Soak up classic European culture
Trip Details
Product Code: 2358
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Walking, private vehicle, train.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: EPLP
Starts: Lisbon, Portugal
Finishes: Porto, Portugal
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Fado Night with Traditional Portuguese Meal, Lisbon Your Hands-On Moment: Port Wine Cellar Visit, Porto
- Lisbon orientation walk
- Batalha gothic monastery entrance and visit
- Porto orientation walk
- Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations
Accommodation
- Hotels (6 nts).
- 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Transport
- Walking, private vehicle, train.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) $1,571 ($224 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Lisbon
Arrive at any time.
If visiting the historic district of Belém is on your bucket list, we recommend arriving early on this day to explore its major sites like the Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower. Most attractions in Belém are closed on Mondays.
Day 2: Lisbon
Enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk of Lisbon. The rest of the day is free for exploration. In the evening enjoy a Fado performance and traditional Portuguese dinner in one of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhoods.
Opt to take a day trip into the foothills of the surrounding mountains to Sintra. Get lost in the city's winding streets lined with pastel coloured houses, palaces, majestic gardens and lush forests. It doesn't get more postcard-worthy than this.
Day 3: Lisbon/Coimbra
Leave Lisbon behind and head north to the small hill town of Batalha, best known for its ornate gothic monastery built to commemorate Portugal's victory in the infamous battle of Aljubarrota. Visit the historic Monastery of Batalha with free time to wander the grounds. Continue to the medieval capital of Portugal, Coimbra.
Day 4: Coimbra
Enjoy a free day to explore Coimbra. Opt to visit the famous Coimbra University, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013 (and also the inspiration for Harry Potter's Hogwarts). Explore the winding streets and the riverfront filled with restaurants and bars, or opt for a day trip to the nearby coastal town of Aveiro or the pilgrimage sites of Fátima.
Day 5: Coimbra/Porto
Continue to the historic and vibrant coastal town of Porto in the morning, and take an orientation walk upon arrival.
Day 6: Porto
Free day to explore Porto. Opt to take a cruise down the Douro River, or explore the city which gained UNESCO World Heritage designation in 1996. In the evening enjoy a visit to the port wine cellars and a tasting.
Head down Allies Avenue to see the French-inspired buildings. Bargain at the Bolhão Market. Wander the city's World Heritage-listed Ribeira district, visit São Francisco church, the palatial former 19th-century stock market Palácio de Bolsa or head to the Clerigos Tower for a panoramic view of the city.
In the evening, become an Port wine connoisseur with a visit to the cellars and a port wine tasting.
Day 7: Porto
Depart at any time.
Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Nabilah S. - Traveled, December 2023
Well planned, hassle free, great accommodation, great way to meet like-minded travellers
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Marilyn E. - Traveled, December 2023
Everything was amazing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Janet N. - Traveled, December 2023
This style of travel is generally easy to acclimate to, but is not for everyone. The social aspect of small groups is a lovely benefit. It can sometimes impose an odd dynamic on free time, though.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Helen T. - Traveled, December 2023
Hotels and transportation already in place. G Adventures also has good suggestions for activities as well.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Divina T. - Traveled, December 2023
Anyone can do this type of travel it is very easy
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Xenia C. - Traveled, December 2023
G Adventures made it super easy to maximize our time in seeing the highlights of the areas and with no stress.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Bronwyn L. - Traveled, December 2023
it's an affordable trip and enjoyable walking tours
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/26/2023
Matthew C. - Traveled, November 2023
I have been on more than 10 trips with G and this style of travel is my favorite. G Adventures always lives up to what I expect.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/25/2023
Melissa M. - Traveled, November 2023
G Adventures was easy to book, decent price, and took a lot of guess work out of planning a trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/25/2023
Richard H. - Traveled, November 2023
Well organized
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/25/2023
Samantha D. - Traveled, November 2023
I had a great group to travel with which made the experience all the better!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/11/2023
Joyce W. - Traveled, November 2023
My overall experience with all my tours have been great
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/11/2023
Kelly H. - Traveled, November 2023
it's a good glimpse of the country in a short amount of time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/11/2023
Anna B. - Traveled, November 2023
Great opportunity to meet new people and not have the stress about the overall planning!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/11/2023
Kimberly D. - Traveled, November 2023
My first experience?. We had a great trip and our CEO was amazing! Very helpful ?.showing us the best sights and helping make the most of our time in Portugal.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/11/2023
Raymond M. - Traveled, October 2023
Good value
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
James G. - Traveled, October 2023
I have very little experience with this style of travel so can't compare with other companies, but I have only positive stories to tell about this Portugal trip and the service from Rui Lima and G Adventures.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Paul R. - Traveled, October 2024
Good itinerary, great guide and overall good experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Megan M. - Traveled, October 2023
It was a good trip, I enjoyed it a lot and the guide was amazing. I liked Portugal and I am very glad that I went, but I wasn't completely sold on the country when I was there.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Milka B. - Traveled, October 2023
It takes care of the logistics of transport and accommodation and you can then choose how to spend your time in each of those destinations. It also allows you to either do your own thing or have fellow travellers to share the experience with
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
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