Portugal in Depth
Portugal in Depth
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Tour Overview
What shoes should you pack for walking on sunshine? The pair best suited for 1,000 miles of shoreline and 300 days of sunlit skies per year. With its refreshing Atlantic breezes and live-life-to the-fullest Mediterranean ways, the sun-drenched country of Portugal invites you to dip your toe—and entire body—into a sea of relaxation. This rejuvenating tour of Portugal leads you past rolling olive farms, through scenic cork groves, and down winding Moorish alleyways to the country’s signature delights. In its coastal villages and medieval towns, grilled seafood fills the tables, sweet port fills the glasses, and the soulful sounds of fado music fill the air. From the granules of golden sand to the rich nuggets of history, this enlightening tour of Portugal introduces you to the brightest sights of the country as you make a loop from lively Lisbon and back. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Lisbon,Portugal
Location: Arrive In Lisbon, Portugal
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2: Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
LISBON Guided sightseeing includes Jeronimos Monastery and cloister and a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries.
Day 3: Lisbon,Obidos,Nazaré,Alcobaça,Fátima,Tomar
Location: Lisbon, Obidos, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Fátima, Tomar
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
LISBON–OBIDOS–NAZARÉ–ALCOBAÇA–FÁTIMA–TOMAR Sea, Surf & Sanctuaries OBIDOS Take an orientation walk of the medieval town.NAZARÉ Free time to browse.ALCOBAÇA Visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery.FÁTIMA Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary en route to Tomar. (B,D)130 mi / 220 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES The monastery of Alcobaça is a unique masterpiece of Gothic Cistercian art. See the tombs of King Pedro I and his Castillan lover, Ines de Castro, and hear about the heartbreaking tale of these ill- fated lovers. The king never stopped loving Ines even after she was murdered, and during his life he commissioned matching tombs that sit together so that they can look at each other as they rise from their graves.
Day 4: Tomar,Coimbra,Porto
Location: Tomar, Coimbra, Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
TOMAR–COIMBRA–PORTO Academic Honors TOMAR Visit the Convent of Christ.COIMBRA Visit the University. Scenic drive en route to Porto. (B) 155 mi / 250kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION The University of Coimbra is distinguished as the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, it is also one of the best known and internationally celebrated. With a history of more than seven centuries, the students at Coimbra University dress in the traditional black capes with ribbons in varying hues as was the tradition when the school was founded in 1290.
Day 5: Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
PORTO Panoramas & Port Wine PORTO Guided sightseeing includes a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River and the cathedral. Visit the Church of São Francisco and the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange. Enjoy a [LF] Port wine tasting at the famous Sandeman & Co Port Wine Cellar. Free time this afternoon. (B)LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES You’re invited to the home of the most internationally recognized Porto wines at the magnificent Sandeman Wine Cellars. Here, taste centuries of tradition in a glass of Port wine in the city that bears its name. Saúde!
Day 6: Porto,Guimaraes,Penafiel,Viseu
Location: Porto, Guimaraes, Penafiel, Viseu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
PORTO–GUIMARAES–PENAFIEL–VISEU Port & Petiscos GUIMARAES Orientation walk through the medieval district.PENAFIEL [LF] Visit the gardens of the Quinta da Aveleda winery and enjoy Portuguese petiscos tasting. Take a scenic drive through the port wine vineyards en route to Viseu.VISEU Dinner with local specialties and wine at Forno da Mimi restaurant. (B,D)149 mi/ 240 kmLOCAL FAVORITEHISTORY & HERITAGE The history of the Quinta da Aveleda estate spans the centuries and generations who have preserved the Portuguese traditions of wine making and proud legacy of the Guedes family. The architectural heritage of this cherished estate is only matched by its wines, produced, and nurtured as the largest Vinho Verde exporter and family-owned winery.
Day 7: Viseu,Belmonte,Castelo De Vide,Evora
Location: Viseu, Belmonte, Castelo De Vide, Evora
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
VISEU–BELMONTE–CASTELO DE VIDE–EVORA Bottles & Corks BELMONTE Visit the Jewish Museum. Enjoy an [LF] olive oil tasting.CASTELO DE VIDE Walk through the Jewish quarter with free time to browse.EVORA [LF] Visit a traditional cork factory. (B,D) 236 mi / 380 kmLOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Discover the tradition and taste of authentic Portuguese olive oil in a 20th-century olive-oil-factory-turned-museum in Belmonte. See the machinery which farmers used to transform olives into oil and taste the delicious fruits of their labors. Perhaps take home a gift of wine, olive oil, or jam to commemorate your visit. Later, visit a Cork Factory in Evora to learn about this traditional artisanship of Portugal.
Day 8: Evora,Algarve
Location: Evora, Algarve
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
EVORA–ALGARVE Gothic Grandeur EVORA Guided walking tour includes the Gothic cathedral, the Sao Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. Free time for lunch.ALGARVE Free time late afternoon and evening (B) 162 mi / 260 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Walk back in time to the Roman era of Evora – a city with roots firmly planted in the 16th century in the home of Portuguese kings. See the white houses, architectural tiles, and embellished balconies with a stroll through the Gothic sites of the cathedral, church, and chapel.
Day 9: Algarve. Coastal Excursion
Location: Algarve. Coastal Excursion
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
ALGARVE. COASTAL EXCURSION Cliffs & Coastlines ALGARVE Join an excursion to the Promontory of Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, and Lagos. (B)81 mi / 130 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Take in the breathtaking views of the sweeping southern coastline of Portugal in Algarve. Stand on the Promontory of Sagres and Cape St. Vincent to gaze at the glorious beaches, postcard-perfect fishing ports, and towering cliffs along the sea.
Day 10: Algarve,Azeitão,Lisbon
Location: Algarve, Azeitão, Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
ALGARVE–AZEITÃO–LISBON Peninsula Miles & Painted Tiles ALGARVE Depart with a scenic drive along the Serra da Arrábida with views of the Tróia Peninsula.AZEITÃO Visit a traditional tile workshop.LISBON Enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D) 180 mi / 290 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARTISTRY Enter a world of authentically handmade Portuguese tiles at the São Simão Arte workshop and gallery in Azeitão. It is here that distinguished antique collector Antonio Soares Franco creates his ceramic masterpieces by hand in the style of his ancestors.
Day 11: Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
First-Class or Superior First-Class with private bath or shower. Includes hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
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Fully Guided
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Meals
10 breakfasts and 5 dinners
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Transport
Touring by private, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
What's Not Included
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Insurance
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International Travel
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 5 three-course dinners
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds. ...more ...less
UNESCO Sites
Convent of Christ in Tomar|Historic centre of Evora|Historic Centre of Guimaraes|Historic Centre of Porto|Monastery of Alcoba?a|Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon|University of Coimbra
Accommodation
Lisbon:Mundial
Lisbon:Double Tree by Hilton Lisbon Fontana Park
Tomar:Dos Templarios
Porto:NH Collection Porto Batalha
Porto:Porto Palacio Hotel by The Editory
Viseu:Grao Vasco
Evora:M'ar De Ar Muralhas
Algarve:NH Marina Portimao
Algarve:Tivoli Lagos
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Notes
Participation in full tour experience may be challenging for guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs due to uneven terrain.
Check out our Q&As
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What are the highlights of the Portugal in Depth tour?
The highlights of the Portugal in Depth tour include hand-selected hotels and dining, touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi, and visits to Lisbon, Porto, Evora & the Algarve.
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What type of accommodations can I expect on the tour?
Accommodations on the Portugal in Depth tour include Lisbon: Mundial, Lisbon: Double Tree by Hilton Lisbon Fontana Park, Tomar: Dos Templarios, Porto: Vila Gale Porto, Porto: NH Collection Porto Batalha, Viseu: Grao Vasco, Evora: M'ar De Ar Muralhas, Algarve: Tivoli Marina Portimao, and Algarve: Tivoli Lagos. ...more ...less
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Are meals included in the Portugal in Depth tour?
Yes, the Portugal in Depth tour includes 10 breakfasts and 5 dinners.
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What UNESCO sites will we visit on the tour?
The UNESCO sites visited on the tour include the Convent of Christ in Tomar, Historic centre of Evora, Historic Centre of Guimaraes, Historic Centre of Porto, Monastery of Alcobaca, Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon, and the University of Coimbra.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Low Deposit
Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Portugal in Depth
11 Days Starting and ending in Lisbon, Portugal
Visiting: Arrive In Lisbon, Portugal, Lisbon, Obidos, Nazaré, Alcobaça, Fátima, Tomar, Coimbra, Porto, Guimaraes, Penafiel, Viseu, Belmonte, Castelo De Vide, Evora, Algarve, Algarve. Coastal Excursion, Azeitão ...more ...less