Riviera Travel Lisbon, Porto and the Douro Valley

• Return flights and transfers
• 7nts in 3/4* accommodation
• Selected Meals: Daily breakfast plus 3 dinners*
• 10 included experiences
• Services of an expert tour manager
• Checked luggage

*Dinners are only included if staying at the Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa.

• Explore the highlights of Lisbon on a guided tour, uncovering the city’s distinctive character, history and iconic landmarks.
• Experience Porto, the heart of the port wine trade, with a visit to a traditional wine lodge and tasting
• Discover Coimbra University, one of Europe’s oldest universities, renowned for its magnificent gilded Baroque library, and stroll through the 13th‑century walled town of Óbidos with its charming cobbled streets and medieval walls.
• Follow in the footsteps of Portuguese royalty with a visit to Sintra, home to the remarkable Royal Palace set amid a fascinating historic town.

Day 1: Arrive in Lisbon
On arrival, you will be taken to your hotel. The rest of the day will be spent at leisure, allowing you time to settle into the hotel and start exploring if you wish.

Day 2: Tour of Lisbon & Free afternoon
This morning, take a guided tour of Lisbon’s many highlights. See the Monuments to the Discoveries, Belem Tower and the Monastery of Jeronimos. The afternoon is at leisure to explore independently.

Day 3: Sintra
Drive north to the town of Sintra, famous for its Royal Palace, now a fantastic museum. Entry is included so spend some time admiring the grand rooms and collections.. Return to Lisbon for some free time.

Day 4: Coimbra University
This morning, leave Lisbon behind and travel to Coimbra, renowned for its Roman Aqueduct and its historic university. Enjoy a visit to the university itself where you can see its superb library, home to 300,000 volumes. Later in the afternoon, continue to Porto and check into your hotel.

Day 5: Porto
Take a guided tour of Porto after breakfast, seeing the Praca da Ribeira square and the Dom Luis Bridge as well as the fortress and cathedral. Afterwards, visit one of the city’s port wine lodges for a tasting. The rest of the day is free.

Day 6: The Douro Valley
Spend the day exploring the picturesque Douro Valley, heading inland to the town of Pinhão, the heart of the port wine producing region. Visit one of the local quintas and sample some wine.

Day 7: Obidos and Cascais
Head south to the fortified town of Obidos for some free time to explore the narrow streets or even walk along around the walls, perhaps stopping to sample the local cherry liqueur. Then, continue to the coastal town of Cascais. Here you’ll check into your hotel before having the evening at leisure.

Day 8: Return Flight
Today you join your transfer to the airport for your return flight back home after a memorable tour.

MyStory Tejo Hotel, Lisbon***
The three-star superior MyStory Tejo Hotel, located in the heart of central Lisbon, just a 5 minute walk from Figueira Square.

Tivoli Oriente Hotel, Lisbon****
The four-star Tivoli Oriente Hotel is set in the iconic Parque das Nações area, where there are many shops, restaurants and bars.

Sheraton Hotel & Spa, Porto****
The four-star superior Sheraton hotel is just two miles from the historic centre of Porto set in its own landscaped gardens, ideal to enjoy a drink in after a hard day’s sightseeing.

Royal Bridges Hotel, Porto****
The four-star Royal Bridges Hotel is wonderfully situated in downtown Porto.

NH Collection Porto Batalha, Porto****
Located close to key landmarks, this hotel offers modern yet characterful rooms, as well as an indoor pool and bar

Catalonia Porto****
Sitting near Batalha Square, this hotel has an outdoor pool, terrace and garden and offers comfortable rooms.

Pousada Cascais, Cascais****
The four-star superior Pousada is one of Portugal’s classic hotels. Converted from historic buildings (similar to Spain’s Paradores) the hotel is set within the impressive walls of a 16th century coastal citadel overlooking the famous marina.

Fact file

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

*All times listed here are approximate and dependent on traffic

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