All of Portugal (2024)

Jour 1

Welcome to Europamundo! Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.

Jour 2

In the morning we will have a city tour, during which we will get to know the Portuguese capital of the 7 hills, the alleys and the tiles, the "saudade" and the Atlantic light. We will also approach the Belem neighborhood, from where the great Portuguese navigators, who crossed the oceans in the 15th century, left. Free time in the afternoon to walk and go to the Bairro Alto and its viewpoint; if you´d like to, you could take an optional excursion to the towns of Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. In the evening we return from the Restauradores Square, full of atmosphere with its bars and cafes, to the hotel.

Jour 3

We will leave early for the south of Portugal. Beautiful landscapes crossing the long bridge over the Tagus River. Arrival in the ALGARVE, the southern region of Portugal. We get to know the ancient city of LAGOS with its port from where the Portuguese ships left for Brazil and its historic center, enclosed within the walls. Time for lunch. In the afternoon we travel to the westernmost point of the European continent, amidst ravines and frequent winds we discover CAPE ST. VICENTE. We will also have the opportunity to photograph the SAGRES fortress nearby. After that time in ALBUFEIRA, a beautiful coastal city, you can enjoy its beach or stroll through its lively historic center. Accommodation in Albufeira or neiboghboring city in the Algarve.

Jour 4

We continue our route towards the Alentejo region. On the banks of the Guadiana River we visit MERTOLA, a walled town-museum, an important center in the Muslim era, dominated by its large castle that invites us to stroll through its streets with white houses and corners full of history. We continue to BEJA, one of the oldest cities in the country, with a large fortress of Roman and medieval origin that dominates the city. Time to walk and have lunch in the historic center with narrow streets and picturesque squares. We go on to ÉVORA, where we will visit the Chapel of Bones (entrance included), built with more than 5,000 skeletons, before enjoying this walled city declared a World Heritage Site with its medieval palaces, Gothic religious buildings, and ancient Roman temple.

Jour 5

Today we travel amidst beautiful landscapes of Alentejo. We make a stop in MARVAO, a very picturesque walled town that offers us a fantastic panoramic view of the region. After that we get to know CASTELO DE VIDE with its great castle. We will also have time to walk through its old Jewish quarter, where we can visit the medieval synagogue (now a museum) or through the labyrinth of alleys of the town. After lunch time we continue to TOMAR, a city dominated by the Convent of Christ, former castle-convent of the Templars, entrance included. Before coming to Fátima, we will make a stop at ALJUSTREL, the village where the three little shepherds who witnessed the Virgin were born. We will be able to see Lucía´s house. Arrival in FÁTIMA and free time at the Sanctuary of Fátima, when, if you’d like, you could witness the candle procession (it is not celebrated in winter). Dinner included.

Jour 6

We travel to the north of Portugal. Arrival around 11 in the morning in PORTO, the second city of Portugal. Sightseeing visit of the historic center of this city on the banks of the Douro River included. We also include a visit to old wineries. Free time.

Jour 7

Today we have beautiful landscapes in the north of Portugal. A walk through BRAGA, the religious capital of Portugal with its old cathedral. We take the oldest cable car in the world to the Sanctuary of BOM JESÚS, beautiful views, we suggest walking down admiring its wonderful staircase. GUIMARAES was the first capital of Portugal, its Palace of the Dukes reminds us of it. Time for lunch. Beautiful landscapes full of vineyards, going down to the Douro Valley. We pass by SABROSA, the birthplace of Magellan. At PINHAO we get to know its wonderful train station with all its tiles and we include a small cruise of approximately one hour along the Douro River (Note: From November to March the cruise does not operate, taking a trip along the panoramic road with stops at viewpoints following the Douro bank) We continue to COIMBRA, arriving at the end of the day. Dinner included in the hotel.

Jour 8

Time in COIMBRA, the third city in Portugal known for its old University and steep streets full of charm. We continue towards the south, we stop at the BATALHA MONASTERY (entrance included), an impressive medieval mausoleum of kings. Time for lunch and a walk in NAZARÉ, a town of fishermen and a seaside resort. We include the “elevator” that takes us up to the ancient city with impressive views of the Ocean. Already on our way to LISBON we make a stop in ÓBIDOS, one of the most beautiful towns in Portugal, with its white streets full of flowers. LISBON, arrival around 19:30 hrs.

Jour 9

After breakfast, end of our services.