Starts and ends
Lisbon
Travel periods
Guaranteed Departures: Fridays. Various dates from January 2025 to March 2026.
Experience
Travel style
Experience the true heritage of Portugal
Tour Highlights:
- Visit the iconic monuments and taste traditional Pastel de Nata at Belem
- Visit Batalha's iconic Monastery
- See the unique and historic village of Sintra
- Visit the tombs of Pedro and Inês, the protagonists of Portugal's most famous love story
- Witness the enormous waves at Nazaré
- Taste the local wines in Alentejo
- Witness Évora's incredible Bone Chapel
Overview
This is the ideal tour for travellers wanting a mix of Portugal’s iconic destinations and it’s serene rural charms. Indulge in the local cuisine and take in the beautiful surroundings on this relaxing experience.
Inclusions
- Up to 7 nights accommodation
- Daily Breakfast
- Transportation by a selected driver with tourism expertise, for trips in vehicles accommodating from 2 to 8 passengers.
- Guided visits at destinations such as Sintra, Cascais, Monsaraz Village and Évora
- English speaking Tour Director throughout the journey
- Food and Wine Tasting
- Private transfers to and from airport as per itinerary
- 24-Hour support for emergencies during your stay in Portugal.
Itinerary
Arrival at Lisbon airport, private transfer to your hotel. Accommodation from 15h00 on.
Afternoon at leisure.
Breakfast. At 9:00 AM, we will depart for Belém, where you can admire the monuments representing the era of Portuguese Discoveries and savour the famous pastry ‘pastel de Belém’. We will then continue to Cascais along a picturesque coastal route.
Lunch and leisure time in Cascais. Visit to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe, before heading to Sintra, where you can experience the charming atmosphere of this historic town.
Return to Lisbon, check-in at the hotel, and free time for the remainder of the day.
Breakfast. Day at leisure. Complement your trip with one of the tours we’ve prepared for you to know other regions or add one of the various experiences to enjoy the best of Lisbon.
Breakfast. At nine o’clock, departure to Óbidos, a charming village surrounded by medieval walls. Free time to explore and try the traditional cherry liqueur, often served in a chocolate cup. We then head to Nazaré, renowned for its massive waves and expansive beach. Enjoy some free time for lunch.
Following lunch, we will visit Alcobaça, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its monastery church, where the tombs of Pedro and Inês are located, central figures in Portugal’s most famous love story. Nearby, you can sample local pastries with roots tracing back to the 12th-century Cistercian monks who inhabited the area. Upon reaching Fátima, check-in and enjoy some leisure time (from April to October, you can participate in the Candle’s procession).
Breakfast and check-out. At 10:00, departure to Batalha going through Aljustrel, the village where the three shepherds were born and lived, and where you will visit Lúcia’s house. Continuation to Batalha, visit to the monastery, UNESCO heritage.
Trip to Évora. After arriving, you will get to know the city on a walking tour, starting with its Roman temple (2nd century AD), one of the city’s landmarks. From there we’ll move on to Évora’s cathedral, a fine medieval cathedral that mixes Roman and Gothic styles, and to the impressive Bone Chapel inside Saint Francis Church. Skulls and bones all around, you must see it to believe it!
Upon arrival at your hotel, enjoy some free time to relax or explore.
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the ancient Roman baths or dine at one of the authentic restaurants, showcasing the flavours of Alentejo! Specialties include the savoury local lamb stew, delightful fish soup, tasty pork dishes, and flavourful bread-based courses. Stay in Évora.
Breakfast at the hotel. At nine o’clock in the morning, we set out to explore the area. You will have the opportunity to experience local traditions, learn about customs, and savor the flavors of Alentejo. Our first stop is São Pedro do Corval, known for its pottery crafts. Here, you can discover traditional clay techniques and even try your hand at making your own piece.
Next, we will visit Monsaraz, a charming ancient village perched atop a hill, offering stunning views of the Alentejo plains and the Alqueva dam. You will have free time to wander the medieval streets, explore the castle, and soak in the unique atmosphere.
Lunch will feature local flavours at a traditional Alentejo restaurant. Following lunch, we will visit Herdade do Esporão for a tasting of its renowned wines. Return to Évora for overnight accommodation. Enjoy a final dinner in Évora, and be sure to pair it with a local wine to toast to a fantastic journey!
Breakfast and Check out. Departure to Serra da Arrábida, a Natural Park, located next to the sea, between Setúbal and the fishing village of Sesimbra, the Arrábida Natural Park has incomparable natural beauty, where the blue of the sea alternates with the white tones of the limestone cliffs and with the depth of green vegetation that covers the mountain.
We will arrive in Azeitão village, where we will take a guided tour of a winery and have a tasting of Moscatel wine from the region. Continuation to Lisbon and accommodation at your hotel.
Breakfast and check out. Private transportation to Lisbon’s
airport, at time to be informed.
