Riviera Travel Grand Tour of Portugal: Lisbon, Porto & Cascais

• Return flights and transfers
• 9nts in 4* accommodation
• Selected meals: Daily breakfast & 2 dinners
• Welcome drink
• 11 included experiences
• Services of an Expert Tour Manager
• Checked luggage

• See the highlights of both Porto and Lisbon on guided tours
• Visit Taylor’s Port Wine Lodge for a taste of port
• Discover Portugal’s history through visits to Óbidos, Coimbra University and the Royal Palace at Sintra
• Experience a traditional Fado performance while dining on traditional Portuguese dishes at a local restaurant

Day 1: Arrival in Lisbon
Fly to Lisbon, transferring to your hotel on arrival. The rest of the day is free to spend as you wish

Day 2: Lisbon
Head out a coach tour of the city this morning. You’ll stop at the Monument to the Discoveries and its fortified counterpart, the Belem Tower. From here, head to the Monastery of Jerónimos and the Terreiro do Paço square. You’ll then have the afternoon free to explore independently before regrouping this evening for dinner. Visit a local Fado house to witness a performance during dinner

Day 3: Free day in Lisbon
Today you have a full day to explore the city on your own, perhaps revisiting some of the landmarks from the tour the day before or simply walking through the city to take in the sights. If you’re looking for something more relaxing, visit one of the nearby beaches or relax in Monsanto Park

Day 4: Coimbra University
This morning, drive north to the city of Coimbra where you’ll find an impressive Roman aqueduct and one of Europe’s oldest universities. In the afternoon you’ll visit the university, with entrance fees included. Inside you’ll find stunning architecture including the library with its baroque gilt work and 300,000 volumes. Later on, continue to Porto and check in to your hotel

Day 5: Porto
Begin the day with a guided tour of some of Porto’s major sights, starting with the Praca da Ribeira Square, with its characterful tiled townhouses and views of the river. You’ll then visit the Dom Luis Bridge and the medieval quarter before seeing the fortress, cathedral and the Clerigos Tower. In the afternoon, visit one of the city’s famous wine lodges where you’ll learn about port wine’s history and get the chance to sample some. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 6: Free time in Porto
Today is free for you to explore Porto further, perhaps visiting some of the independent stores throughout the city, or relaxing outside a café. You could even take a cruise on the river to admire both Porto and Gaia.

Day 7: Braga & Guimarães
Venture into northern Portugal today, beginning with a visit to Braga. Here you’ll take a funicular up to Bom Jesus do Monte, a hilltop sanctuary known for its baroque staircases and peaceful chapels. You’ll enjoy a tour of the site with a local guide before having some free time to explore the town itself. In the afternoon, continue to Guimarães. Often referred to as the birthplace of Portugal, you’ll explore its medieval centre and learn its history.

Day 8: Óbidos & Cascais
Leaving Porto behind, head south to the fortified town of Óbidos, a maze of narrow streets lined with whitewashed homes. If you wish, you could take a walk around the fortifications themselves. Then, continue onto Cascais, where you’ll check into your ‘pousada’ a hotel converted from a historical building. This evening, enjoy a traditional meal at a local restaurant.

Day 9: Sintra
Take a short drive to reach Sintra, once a summer retreat for the Portuguese monarchy. While here, you’ll visit the Royal Palace, built during the medieval period. Inside you’ll discover elegant rooms and collections that showcase both European and Moorish influences. The afternoon is then yours to spend as you wish.

Day 10: Return home
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home

Tivoli Oriente Hotel, Lisbon****
Located in the Parque des Nações area, this hotel features a restaurant and a bar. There is a free coach service available on days 2 & 3 if you would like to head into the city centre

Hotel NH Collection Porto Batalha, Porto****
Sitting close to key landmarks, this hotel offers an indoor pool and a bar, with the rooms featuring air-conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities

Pousada Cascais, Cascais****
Located just a short distance from both the beach and city centre, this hotel is set within the walls of a 16^th Century coastal citadel. Rooms are comfortable and there is a restaurant and fitness centre on site.

Please note the use of air conditioning and outdoor pool opening is at the discretion of the hotels. The pools usually operate from mid-May to early October, depending on weather conditions.

Fact File

• Currency: Euro
• Flight time: 3 hrs to 3 hrs 20 mins
• Language: Portuguese
• Time zone: GMT
• Country: Portugal

*All transfer times listed here are approximate and dependent on traffic

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