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Portugal is a southern European country on the Iberian Peninsula, bordering Spain. Its location on the Atlantic Ocean has influenced many aspects of its culture: salt cod and grilled sardines are national dishes, the Algarve’s beaches are a major destination and much of the nation’s architecture dates to the 1500s–1800s, when Portugal had a powerful maritime empire. Portugal; a mix of stunning landscapes, colorful cities and old trams. The country sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. Under the warm Portuguese sun, there’s also the freezing cold areas. The ocean is a big trap. It’s bloody cold in there. Between the natural parks, the coastal views and Douro Valley, there are thousands of surprises along the way.
Portuguese cooking will charm you. (Or at least the Portuguese will!) Seafood lovers and those with a sweet tooth won’t complain while in Portugal. Dive into the famous Pastel de Nata without hesitation. You better make the most of this sweet treat while you can! The best time to visit Portugal is in spring (March-May), when the country is in bloom and waking after the winter. You could also go in fall (between September and October) when the sun is still shining, the weather is warm, and many of the crowds have dispersed.
Airports:- Lisbon
Highlights of Tour
- Porto famous for Port Wine Cellars
- UNESCO World Heritage – Alcobaça Monastery
- Famous Cistercian Gothic art
- Sintra National Palace
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Itinerary
Today arrive at Lisbon. Drive to Porto. the beautiful, historic city on the banks of the River Duoro. Wander through the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town, witness the colorful market hustle and bustle of the Mercado do Bolhão, and don’t miss a tour of the Fundação de Serralves, a contemporary art gallery housed in a beautiful Art Deco building with lovely gardens. Overnight at Porto.
No visit to Porto would be complete without a tour around the Port Wine cellars. These are situated in Vila Nova de Gaia, across the river by bridge from Ribeira. You can make your own way around. Overnight at Porto.
Full day private excursion to the picturesque Minho region, the greenest region in Portugal is also the birthplace of Portugal and of the unique vinho verde wine. The region is extremely lush and provides exceptional growing conditions for camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas which reach enormous proportions and afford impressive displays amidst the oak and chestnut woods that fill the valleys of the Minho. Tour the emblematic towns of Braga and Guimarães (UNESCO) both of which have well preserved castles, city walls and elaborate churches. Their mediaeval centres have charming narrow streets and immaculately cared for public gardens that are lovely to explore. Back to Porto. Overnight at Porto
Today you can drive to Coimbra. Evening at leisure . Overnight at Coimbra
Today you can enjoy walking tour including the 13th-century university, a UNESCO site.
The Guardian Newspaper is a big fan of Coimbra’s “fairytale history” and so are we. Best known for its university and Romanesque cathedral consecrated in 1184, Coimbra was the first capital of Portugal back in the 12th century. The city became a World Heritage Site in 2013 and has long been an obligatory stopping point between Lisbon and Oporto.
We love its charming cafes and pastry shops that tempt you in, as you walk up the cobblestoned hill overlooking the city. As the road snakes around on its way up to the university, you’ll pass student halls of residence and quite a few student bars to remind you that this is a living university city! Overnight at Coimbra
After leaving for Lisbon on the way you can visit Alcobaça where you can visit Alcobaça Monastery, a Unesco World Heritage Site considered a masterpiece of Cistercian Gothic art. Overnight at Lisbon.
VISIT FATIMA BATALHA NAZARE AND OBIDOS IN A FULL DAY TOUR
At Fatima arrival you will have the opportunity to visit a place of religious articles where you can buy objects to get blessed at the Sanctuary.
Then in Fatima experience the spiritual atmosphere, where faith, in an almost magical combination, unites. The Chapel of the Apparitions, Basilica Nossa Senhora do Rosário and Cathedral of “Santíssima Trindade”, together with other monuments, such as a segment of the Berlin Wall, the shepherd Children houses, will transmit to all visitors an inexplicable peace of mind and soul.
Then we will continue our tour driving to BATALHA, where you will visit the Batalha Monastery, classified by Unesco as World Heritage. Built by King John I of Portugal to thank Virgin Mary for the win of Aljubarrota Battle against the Spanish Troops on the 14th of August 1385.
NAZARÉ, will be the next destination, a fishing town worldwide famous due to its beaches and gigantic waves – recent Guinness record by McNamara for surfing the largest wave ever surfed (Canhão da Nazaré). The lighthouse located in Fort of “São Miguel Arcanjo”, “Sitio” a rock of 318m, above the main part of the town, provides a wonderful view over the bay and beach of Nazaré. At the top, the visitors can find a large church and also a small chapel clinging to the edge of the sheer drop, the “Ermida da Memória”, whose origins are closely connected to the miraculous appearance of the Virgin Mary. Overnight at Lisbon.
Visit to the beautiful and historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO world heritage site. Discover the picturesque streets, the Sintra National Palace, the fountains, the churches, chapels and shrines.
Climb to the Moorish Castle where the construction of the first sections of its wall dates from the 8th and 9th century. From the castle, you can enjoy a fantastic view of the whole region. It can’t be missed! The next stop is the Pena Palace where you can admire a mix of architectural styles in the interior as well as in the exterior. The Pena Palace is one of the best examples of Romanticism from the 19th century. Make sure to have your camera ready to capture the fantastic landscape surrounding the Palace. Overnight at Lisbon.
Tour Conclude
Package Includes:-
- Accommodation for 9 Nights
- Personalized Tours
- Private Transfer
- Taxes
Note :-
- No reservation is made. Cost may vary at the time of booking as per the availability.
- City Tax need to be paid at the hotel only.