Portuguese Escape

ARRIVE IN LISBON, PORTUGAL

Lisbon, Portugal

Welcome to Lisbon! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Dinner

Hotel Novotel Lisboa

LISBON

Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon was the center of Europe’s longest-lived overseas empire. Portugal’s imperial ambitions date back to Prince Henry the Navigator’s 15th-century discoveries in West Africa. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide features a drive through the Baixa quarter’s main squares. Then, enjoy a walk through the cobblestone alleys of quaint ALFAMA, the popular quarter of the seamen and Fado singers.

Drive along the grand Avenida da Liberdade up to Pombal Square, and stop for pictures of Belem Tower and the Monument of the Discoverers. Also visit Jeronimos Monastery with the tomb of Vasco da Gama. An interesting optional excursion to the royal palace of Queluz is available for purchase, as well as dinner at a typical taverna with Fado-style entertainment.

Breakfast

Hotel Novotel Lisboa

LISBON–OBIDOS– NAZARÉ–ALCOBAÇA–FÁTIMA–TOMAR

Obidos, Portugal

Stop in medieval Obidos and go back in time as you pass the main gate in the impressive perimeter wall and walk along the narrow streets. Then on to the fishing harbor of Nazaré, the perfect place for a leisurely break.

Fatima, Portugal

Continue to Alcobaça to visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery, built in the 12th century for 999 Cistercian monks. See the elaborate tombs of King Pedro I and his Castilian lover, Inês de Castro. In the afternoon, mix with the pilgrims at the country’s hallowed national shrine, Fátima’s Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary. Overnight in Tomar.

Breakfast, Dinner

Dos Templarios

TOMAR–COIMBRA–PORTO

Coimbra, Portugal

In Tomar, the historic seat of the mighty Order of the Knights of Christ, visit the hilltop Convent of Christ with its famous Manueline Window. Continue to Coimbra, strategically situated on a hill overlooking the Mondego River. After a visit to the 700-year-old UNIVERSITY, drive by ancient Buçaco Forest on your way to Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city. Tonight, why not relax during an optional cruise on the Douro River, followed by dinner at one of Porto’s fine restaurants?

Breakfast

NH Collection Porto Batalha

PORTO

Porto, Portugal

Sightseeing with a Local Guide includes a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River, the soaring cathedral, and the Stock Exchange with its contemporary Arabian Hall, inspired by Granada’s Alhambra. Of course, a Port wine taasting has been included at one of the local cellars to sample the delicious wine produced from grapes of the Douro Valley.

Breakfast

NH Collection Porto Batalha

PORTO–GUIMARAES–VISEU

Guimaraes, Portugal

Enjoy a walk through the medieval center of Guimaraes, often referred to as the “Cradle of Portugal” because of its association with the country’s first king, Alfonso Henriques. Next, taste Portuguese tapas at the Quinta da Aveleda Winery and visit its splendid gardens. From here, a scenic road through the port wine vineyards leads to Viseu, where dinner at a local restaurant awaits!

Breakfast, Dinner

GRAO VASCO

VISEU–BELMONTE–CASTELO DE VIDE–EVORA

Evora, Portugal

This morning, stop in Belmonte, today a symbol of Jewish awakening, for a visit to the Jewish Museum. Also enjoy an olive oil tasting, for which the area is famous. Enjoy an afternoon break in Castelo de Vide, with time to walk through the Jewish quarter with its white-washed houses and its medieval synagogue. Before arriving in Evora, the cultural center of southern Portugal and a former royal residence, visit a cork factory and learn about the many ways this material can be used.

Breakfast, Dinner

M'Ar de Ar Muralhas

EVORA–LISBON

Lisbon, Portugal

A massive wall surrounds Evora’s medieval center, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Follow your Local Guide on a walking tour through its narrow alleys to the Roman Temple, the early gothic Cathedral, Portas de Moura fountain, and Sao Francisco Church. Visit the Ossuary Chapel, with walls covered with thousands of human bones and skulls. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner with your traveling companions.

Breakfast, Dinner

Hotel Novotel Lisboa

LISBON

Lisbon, Portugal

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Breakfast

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