Charming Portugal
• Explore beautiful Sintra, a World Heritage Site • Walking tour of Lisbon • Quinta de Santana for wine tasting • Walk the banks of the Douro River
PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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NZD
$6,020
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Days
7
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Nights
6
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PRICE FROM | DURATION | |
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NZD
$6,020
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Days
7
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Nights
6
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Introduction
Portugal is a wonderfully scenic country with a rich cultural heritage and diversity.
A world power during the Middle Ages and Europe’s Age of Discovery, it built up a vast empire including possessions in South America, Africa and Asia, stretching almost to Australia. Evidence of this historical wealth and the influence of these widely scattered trading posts and territories can be found all over.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Lisbon > Sintra
You will be met on arrival in Lisbon and driven to Sintra, where you will overnight at your historic hotel which dates from 1764 and is the oldest on the Iberian peninsula. The rest of the day is free to explore this beautiful village at your own pace. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its nature and architecture, Sintra is filled with fairy tale palaces and lush vegetation.
Day 2 : Sintra > Lisbon
After check out this morning depart on a full day private tour as you return to Lisbon. Start by discovering more of the highlights of charming Sintra including the unique Pena Palace. Then head to Cascais and Estoril along the Atlantic coast with its white sandy beaches and magnificent fortresses from the 17th century, before exploring the Belem area. The tour ends at your Lisbon hotel, where you will spend the next three nights.
Day 3 : Lisbon
Meet your guide for a walking tour of the historical centre of Portugal’s capital city, exploring its picturesque suburbs before visiting the 12th century Se de Lisboa cathedral. Continue up the hill to the Castle of Sao Jorge with its stunning views of the city. In the afternoon you are free to relax, or continue to explore on your own.
Day 4 : Lisbon > Mafra > Lisbon
Today’s full day tour takes you first to the little town of Mafra to visit the Convent and Royal Palace. Then travel further into the countryside to Quinta de Santana (or similar), where you can enjoy a wine tasting on the estate’s vineyards.
Day 5 : Lisbon > Porto
Private transfer to Lisbon train station this morning from where you will travel by first class train to Porto. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for two nights. This afternoon enjoy a tour of the historical centre of the city – another UNESCO designated World Heritage site.
Day 6 : Porto
A day free to relax and enjoy exploring on your own; walk along the banks of the Douro river, visit the Serralves Art Foundation or simply try a custard tart at one of the many local delicatessens. Porto is renowned for its many beautiful Baroque monuments from the height of its wealth and glory from the trade of Port Wine.
Day 7 : Porto
You will be transferred today to the airport or train station, where your tour ends.
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Pricing
Pricing (per person), NZD
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2023 | |||
4-star, from |
NZ$6,020 |
On Request |
Departs
Daily year round |
Included
• Tailor-made journey with English-speaking local guides
• 6 nights’ accommodation in 4-star hotels
• Private transfers and sightseeing by car
• Half day walking tour in Lisbon
• Wine tasting
• First class train tickets Lisbon > Porto
• 6 breakfasts
Important Notes
• Pricing varies seasonally – the ‘from’ price quoted is based on travel in May
• This is a private tour based on two people travelling together
• Single and triple prices are available on request
• Surcharges may apply over peak periods and public holidays
• Please contact us for other options within Portugal including scheduled coach tours, river cruises or luxury biking tours in the Alentejo Region
Please refer to World Journeys terms & conditions
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