Grand Portugal

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  • Duration:9 days 8 nights
  • Tour Type:Cultural and thematic tours, Gastronomic tours, Wine tours
The program can be organized fully or partially depending on the clients' wishes.
The number of days can also vary based on the clients' preferences.
The cost of the guide and driver services, as well as accommodation in hotels, is available upon request.
Tastings and entrance tickets are paid on-site.
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Highlights

  • Historic Lisbon
  • palaces and coastline
  • Sintra and Cape Roca
  • Coimbra and Aveiro
  • Porto and port wine
  • douro valley

Itinerary

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Day 1. Lisbon and the evening of Fado

Day's program:

  • arrival in Lisbon
  • transfer and hotel check-in
  • free time
  • independent city walk
  • ride on tram 28 (optional)
  • evening of Fado with dinner

Description:

The itinerary begins with arrival in Lisbon and an individual transfer to the hotel.

For a gentle immersion into the atmosphere of Lisbon, you can choose a walk around the center and a ride on the historic tram 28 (optional).

In the evening, the program continues with a Fado show and dinner, which sets the right rhythm for the entire trip.

Day 2. Historic Lisbon and Belém

Day's program:

  • city tour of the historic center
  • viewpoints and central districts
  • Belém district
  • Alfama and the Cathedral
  • tasting of ginjinha (upon request)
  • traditional pastries in Belém

Description:

The day is dedicated to key areas of Lisbon, where the historical center unfolds through squares, avenues, and panoramic views of the Tagus.

The first part of the route passes through central neighborhoods and viewpoints that help to feel the scale of the city and its relief.

Then, the program moves to the Belém district, associated with the Age of Great Geographical Discoveries and the main symbols of the Portuguese capital.

In the afternoon, the route continues in Alfama and at the cathedral, with a gastronomic focus complemented by ginjinha (upon request) and traditional pastries.

Day 3. Queluz, Mafra, and Ericeira

Day's program:

  • departure from Lisbon
  • Queluz Palace Complex
  • Mafra Palace and Monastery Ensemble
  • lunch along the route
  • coastal Ericeira
  • return to Lisbon

Description:

This day is structured around royal residences and suburban routes north of Lisbon.

After lunch, the route continues to Ericeira, where the calm coastal rhythm and ocean horizon change the perception of the trip.

In the evening, a return to Lisbon is planned.

Day 4. Sintra, Cascais, and Cape Roca

Day's program:

  • departure to the resort area of the coast
  • Cascais and coastal views
  • Cape Roca
  • Sintra and the historic center
  • Quinta da Regaleira (optional)
  • return to Lisbon

Description:

The route begins on the coast west of Lisbon, where Cascais sets a more relaxed and resort-like rhythm for the day.

The main part of the walk takes place in the historic center, and the Regaleira estate can be added to the itinerary optionally.

In the evening, a return to Lisbon is planned.

Day 5. Journey to the North: Coimbra and Aveiro

Day's program:

  • departure from Lisbon
  • stop in Coimbra
  • walk through the historic center
  • lunch along the route
  • stop in Aveiro
  • transfer to Porto
  • check-in at the hotel

Description:

This day connects two parts of the route and transitions the trip from the capital's rhythm to the atmosphere of northern Portugal.

After lunch, the route continues to Aveiro, known for its canals, moliceiro boats, and lighter coastal architecture.

In the afternoon, a transfer to Porto and check-in at the hotel is planned.

Day 6. Porto and the Port Wine Cellars

Day's program:

  • walking tour of Porto
  • historic center and waterfront
  • Lello Library (optional)
  • port wine cellars
  • port wine tasting (upon request)
  • Douro River cruise (optional)

Description:

The day is dedicated to Porto — a city with a dense urban fabric, a historic center, and expressive views of the Douro.

The first part of the itinerary covers key neighborhoods, the waterfront, and urban landmarks that shape the recognizable image of the northern capital.

The Lello Library can be included in the program optionally if it is important to add a literary and visual highlight.

In the afternoon, the route continues to the wine cellars, where port wine is revealed through its history, aging technology, and tasting (upon request).

If desired, the day can be complemented with a cruise on the Douro River (optional).

Day 7. Douro Valley and Wine Estate

Day's program:

  • departure to the Douro Valley
  • panoramic route through the wine region
  • visit to a wine estate
  • wine tasting (upon request)
  • lunch at the winery
  • return to Porto

Description:

The route of this day leads to the Douro Valley — one of the most expressive wine regions in Portugal.

Lunch at a winery logically continues the theme of the region and helps maintain the integrity of the itinerary.

In the evening, a return to Porto is planned.

Day 8. Free day in Porto

Day's program:

  • free time
  • rest at the hotel
  • city walk (optional)
  • museums, shopping, or river cruise (optional)

Description:

This day maintains a relaxed rhythm and does not overload the trip with mandatory activities.

If desired, the day can easily be supplemented with museums, shopping, or a river cruise in a free format (optional).

Day 9. Conclusion of the itinerary

Day's program:

  • check-out from the hotel
  • transfer to Porto airport
  • flight home

Description:

The final day unfolds at a calm pace without additional sightseeing pressure.

The itinerary concludes with the flight home.

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