Best of Portugal
Porto & the Douro Valley, the university town of Coimbra, Fatima, medieval Óbidos, enchanting Lisbon with a day trip to fairy-tale Sintra. Optional Azores extension
| Style | Small Group Tour Tour escorts & guides for some segments | ||
| Departures | September 2025 – November 2026 | Group Size | 16 travelers max |
| Themes | Active, History & Culture, City Stays | ||
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| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness.Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Once a global superpower and rejuvenated as one of the trendiest destinations in Europe, Portugal impresses with its eclectic repertoire of vibrant cities and historic towns, old-world countryside, and some of the best cuisines on the continent. Start your journey in Porto, along Portugal’s river of gold, sampling the region’s famous Port wine from the centuries-old cellars in the city. Then, dive into the stunning landscapes and rich history of the Douro Valley, immersing yourself in the breathtaking vineyards and winemaking region. Traveling south, discover Aveiro, Coimbra, and Fatima, towns that color the country’s cultural offerings. Explore medieval Portugal within the walled city of Obidos with its cobbled streets and whitewashed houses before you glide smoothly into your three-night stay in Lisbon. The country’s capital is bound to enchant, with its lovingly restored yellow trams that ply the hills and the sound of melancholy and introspective Fado music joining you over a meal with your fellow travelers.
Looking for more adventure? Extend your trip with a post-tour Azores extension!
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK or EWR), including taxes & fees
- All ground transportation and transfers
- 8 nights accommodations in First Class hotels
- 12 meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 3 dinners; plus Port wine, olive oil and Ginginha tastings
- Comprehensive tour program including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking tour director and local guides
Optional add-ons
- Optional post-tour Azores extension
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
Why you'll love it
- Visit one of Porto's famous wine cellars and sip various renowned wines from the region.
- Enjoy a delicious picnic in the Douro Valley overlooking the vineyards.
- Cruise along the Douro River in a traditional Rabelo boat and revel in the stunning views of Porto.
- Taste delicious ovos moles, a traditional Portuguese pastry, during a pastry demonstration.
- Navigate through the canals of Aveiro aboard a traditional Moliceiro.
- Peacefully reflect at the Shrine of Fatima, the religious epicenter of Portugal.
- Stop by Fatima’s Olive Oil Museum to learn about olive oil production, followed by a tasting.
- Learn about the history, evolution, and flavors of Ginginha during a tasting.
- Try your hand at the ancient art of tile painting during a workshop at the Tile Museum in Lisbon.
- Discover Portugal’s greatest expression of 19th century romanticism at Pena National Palace.
- Stand atop the granite cliffs of Europe’s westernmost point, Cape Roca.
Itinerary at a Glance
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 Depart USA/Overnight Flight
- Your journey to Portugal begins this evening as you depart from the USA
Day 2 Porto
- Upon arrival in Porto, Portugal, you will be met and transferred to your hotel
- This afternoon, enjoy a panoramic tour
- Get to know your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner with wine
Hotel da Música or similarDinner
Day 3 Porto
- Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Porto
- Visit Porto Cathedral, Sao Bento Train Station, and Palácio da Bolsa
- Taste Port wine during a visit to one of the famous Port wine cellars
Hotel da Música or similarBreakfast
Day 4 Porto & Douro Valley
- Explore the Douro Valley
- Visit a traditional winery and enjoy a picnic overlooking the vineyard
- Relax on a cruise along the Douro on a traditional Rabelo boat
Hotel da Música or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 5 Aveiro & Coimbra
- Enjoy a panoramic tour of Aveiro and Costa Nova Beach
- Cruise the canals of Aveiro in traditional Moliceiros, or flat-bottom boats
- Learn how to make Ovos Moles, a typical pastry, during a pastry demonstration
- Visit the University in Coimbra, including the prison and the Joanina Library
Vila Galé Coimbra or similarBreakfast
Day 6 Tomar, Fátima, Nazaré & Caldas da Rainha
- Visit the Convent of Christ in Tomar
- Visit the Shrine of Fátima
- Stop at the Olive Oil Museum and enjoy a tasting
- Explore the fishing village of Nazare
Hotel SANA Silver Coast or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 7 Óbidos & Lisbon
- Explore the medieval village of Óbidos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a UNESCO Creative City of Literature
- Experience a Ginginha tasting
Hotel Marquês de Pombal or similarBreakfast
Day 8 Lisbon
- Enjoy a full-day tour of Lisbon
- See Lisbon's iconic sites, including Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, and more
- Visit the Tile Museum and join a tile painting workshop
Hotel Marquês de Pombal or similarBreakfast
Day 9 Sintra, Cascais, & Lisbon
- Explore Pena National Palace in Sintra
- Stand on the westernmost point of Europe at Roca Cape
- Visit the coastal city of Cascais
- See Casino Estoril and Hotel Palacio in Estoril
- Enjoy a Fado show with your fellow travelers during a farewell dinner with wine
Hotel Marquês de Pombal or similarBreakfast & dinner
Day 10 Depart Lisbon/Arrive USA
- Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA
Breakfast
Azores Optional Post-Tour Extension
Take advantage of your already-included international airfare to visit Ponta Delgada, the capital city of the island of São Miguel. You'll return to the USA 4 days after the return dates listed.
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Day 10 Lisbon & Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
- Transfer to the airport for your short flight to Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check in
- Join a walking tour of the city
Vila Galé Collection S. Miguel Breakfast
Day 11 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
- Admire Lagoa do Fogo, a crater lake set within the Serra de Água de Pau mountain range
- Tour the Gorreana Tea Plantation factory and sip teas
- See the Chapel of Our Lady of Victories at the Furnas Lagoon
- Taste Cozido das Caldeiras, a hearty stew slowly cooked underground using volcanic heat
- Walk through Terra Nostra Park, home to the famous Caldeira Pero Botelho
- Stop in Vila Franca do Campo, the island’s original capital
Vila Galé Collection S. Miguel Breakfast & lunch
Day 12 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel
- Enjoy a morning tour of Sete Cidades
- Explore the pineapple greenhouses of Fajã de Baixo
Vila Galé Collection S. Miguel Breakfast
Day 13 Ponta Delgada, São Miguel & Lisbon
- Transfer to the airport for your flight to Lisbon
- Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check in
Hotel Marquês de Pombal Breakfast
Day 14 Depart Lisbon/Arrive USA
- Transfer to the airport as you bid farewell to Lisbon and board your return flight to the USA
Breakfast
Hotels
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 8 or older at the time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
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What should I know about Portugal?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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