Lisbon, Coimbra, Évora and Porto - 8 Days

Lisbon, Coimbra, Évora and Porto - 8 Days

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Lisbon, Coimbra, Évora and Porto - 8 Days

8 Days Starting and ending in Lisbon, Portugal

Visiting: Lisbon, Evora, Coimbra, Porto

Tour operator:

Julia Travel

Tour code:

285

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 10

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

8-99

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Wine Tasting

From: $2334

NB: Prices correct on 12-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Portugal, exploring the vibrant cities of Lisbon, Coimbra, Évora, and Porto. Begin your adventure with a warm welcome dinner in Lisbon, followed by guided tours of the city's iconic landmarks. Discover the rich history of Évora, including a visit to the haunting Capela dos Ossos, and enjoy a wine tasting in Montemor. In Coimbra, explore the historic university and charming medieval streets. Experience the picturesque canals of Aveiro on a traditional moliceiro boat ride before heading to Porto for a captivating museum visit and port wine tasting. Delight in a fado show and dinner in Porto, and explore the stunning Batalha Monastery and the medieval town of Obidos. Conclude your journey with a farewell dinner in Lisbon, all while enjoying the comfort of luxury coach transportation, selected accommodations, and the expertise of an English-speaking tour director.

Highlights

  • Guided visits in Lisbon, Évora, Coimbra, and Porto

  • Wine tasting in Montemor

  • Moliceiro boat ride in Aveiro, "The Venice of Portugal"

  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Évora, including the Chapel of Bones

  • Visit the Convent of Christ in Tomar, a former Knights Templar stronghold

  • Discover Porto's history at the "Porto Across the Ages" Museum and enjoy a port wine tasting

  • Experience a traditional Fado show and dinner in Porto

  • Visit the Batalha Monastery and the medieval town of Óbidos

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Lisbon (D)

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Join your Travel Director for your Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant on the other side of Tagus River, and enjoy the opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 2 : Lisbon (B)

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, join a morning city sightseeing of the ancient Olissipo. Drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoverers, Marquis of Pombal Square & Liberty Avenue. Afternoon at leisure for you to catch the nostalgic corners of Alfama Quarter, the old city gathered next to its Castle, with old buildings nested in narrow twisting “Ruas” full of color housing the genuine “tabernas”. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy this magnificent city. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 3 : Lisbon – Montemor – Evora (B)

Location: Evora

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Montemor-o-Novo, a charming town renowned for its rich history and breathtaking natural surroundings. Celebrated for its vineyards and wineries, you will enjoy a visit to a local winery, complete with a tasting of the region's exquisite wines. Then, continue to Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and historical significance. Here, you will explore with your Local Expert the magnificent Roman Temple, the hauntingly beautiful Chapel of Bones (entrance included), and the grand Evora Cathedral. Stroll through the picturesque streets, lined with whitewashed houses and vibrant squares, soaking in the unique atmosphere of this enchanting city. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 4 : Evora – Tomar – Coimbra

Location: Coimbra

Accommodation Name: hotel in Coimbra

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Tomar, a city steeped in history and mystery, you will discover its rich heritage as a former stronghold of the Knights Templar. The centerpiece of your visit will be the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its stunning Manueline architecture and intricate details. Free time to wander through the ancient streets, visit the ancient churches, and immerse yourself in the captivating stories of this enchanting town. Continue to Coimbra and meet the local guide for a tour of Coimbra, a historic city known for its prestigious university (one of the oldest in Europe), charming medieval streets, and beautiful riverfront.

Day 5 : Coimbra – Aveiro – Porto

Paul Allen

Location: Porto

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart to Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname "The Venice of Portugal". We will enjoy a ride on a moliceiro, a traditional colorful boat used for navigating the canals of Aveiro, before heading to Porto. Once arrived in Porto, begin with a visit to the museum "Porto Across the Ages," where you will embark on a captivating journey through Porto's rich history, from its medieval origins to its modern-day splendor. Interactive exhibits and multimedia displays bring the past to life, offering a deep understanding of the city's evolution and cultural heritage. Following the museum visit, we will head to one of Porto's renowned wine cellars for a guided tour. Here, you will learn about the intricate process of port wine production and the unique characteristics that make these wines world-famous. The visit culminates with a tasting session, where you can savor a selection of fine port wines, appreciating their complex flavors and aromas.

Day 6 : Porto

Paul Allen

Location: Porto

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel. Guided sightseeing tour of Porto. Admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Rest of day at leisure. Tonight, you will have the opportunity to share a typical fado show with dinner with your fellow travelers.

Day 7 : Porto – Batalha – Obidos – Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline style considered a World Heritage place by UNESCO. After some time at leisure, continue to Obidos, a charming medieval town located in the central region of Portugal. It is renowned for its well-preserved castle and historic center, characterized by narrow cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses adorned with colorful flowers, and traditional tile work. The town is encircled by sturdy 14th-century walls, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Then, departure to Lisbon, where you will enjoy a typical dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 8 : Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, transfer to the airport. END OF OUR SERVICES.

What's Included

  • Guided Visits

    Guided visits in Lisbon, Évora (Capela dos Ossos ticket included), Coimbra and Porto are included.

  • Welcome and Farewell Dinner

    Welcome and farewell dinner in Lisbon with typical food is included.

  • Wine Tasting

    Wine tasting in Montemor is included.

  • Moliceiro Experience

    Moliceiro experience in Aveiro is included.

  • Porto Museum and Wine Tasting

    Visit to 'Porto Across the Ages' Museum and Porto Wine tasting is included.

  • Fado Show and Dinner

    Fado show and dinner in Porto is included.

  • Tour Director

    An English speaking Tour Director will be present throughout the journey.

  • Transportation

    Transportation by luxury coach is included.

  • Private Transfers

    Private transfers to/from airport as per itinerary are included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is included.

What's Not Included

Lisbon, Coimbra and Porto Local City Tax is not included and must be paid directly to the hotel.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with transportation by luxury coach, offering private transfers to and from the airport as per the itinerary, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey across Portugal.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable accommodation at selected class hotels throughout your journey in Lisbon, Évora, Coimbra, and Porto, ensuring a restful stay after each day's exploration.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a variety of experiences such as guided visits in Lisbon, Évora, Coimbra, and Porto, a wine tasting in Montemor, a Moliceiro boat ride in Aveiro, a visit to the 'Porto Across the Ages' Museum with a Porto wine tasting, and a Fado show with dinner in Porto.

  • Are meals included during the tour?

    Yes, daily breakfast is included, as well as a welcome and farewell dinner in Lisbon and a dinner with a Fado show in Porto.

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    Transportation is provided by a luxury coach, and private transfers to and from the airport are included as per the itinerary.

  • Is there a tour guide available throughout the journey?

    Yes, an English-speaking Tour Director will be available throughout the journey.

  • What is the accommodation arrangement during the tour?

    Accommodation is provided at a selected class of hotels throughout the tour.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    Yes, travel insurance is included in the tour package.

  • Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?

    Yes, local city taxes in Lisbon, Coimbra, and Porto are not included and must be paid directly to the hotel.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    We will include meet local health and safety regulations

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Is not possible to join the tour once it has departed but we can always try to adapt for an excepcional situations.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    The company has been trading since 1929

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    There is a cancellation policy indicated for our itineraries

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    We try to avoid any kind of paper documentation in our tours, we keep our buses cleaned daily

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You will recieve all necessary documents to travel with us from our Booking and Opwerations Department

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    You will travel with other people who booked the same tour, so you will have the chance to interact with other people from diferent countries and cultures.

Reviews of this operator

Carole Kirby (Google Reviewer)  

We booked tickets for Sagrada...

06-May-2024

We booked tickets for Sagrada Familia and the towers with a guide. Our guide, Victor, was excellent- the pace was just right and he explained everything making the visit so much more informative and interesting for us. Would definitely recommend.

Audrey Brice (Google Reviewer)  

A very enjoyable tour around...

01-Apr-2024

A very enjoyable tour around Park Guell yesterday under the guidance of Raul in excellent English. Great audio system so we could hear Raul no matter how far away we were. Not at all rushed. Very informative and amusing with humorous personal anecdotes.

Barb Agostini (Google Reviewer)  

Did the half day trip...

22-Sep-2019

Did the half day trip from Barcelona to Girona with Julia Tours (left at 8am and back around 2:20pm). Bus was comfy and air conditioned. Left on time. Our tour guide was friendly and showed us around and we had a good amount of free time. Plus if you’re a GOT fan, you’ll get to see some spots from the show.

Janaya Williams (Google Reviewer)  

Our tour of Sagrada Familia...

22-Mar-2024

Our tour of Sagrada Familia was amazing! Olga was our guide and she was absolutely incredible!! She was extremely knowledgeable about the site and was so pleasant to listen to discuss all the details and history. Love learning about the ins and outs and the story behind every detail.

Kyle Mundon (Google Reviewer)  

This was the only place...

11-Oct-2023

This was the only place I could find last-minute tickets to see Sagrada Familia. It was more expensive than the tickets directly from the basilica (which were sold out), but it included a guided tour. I opted to add the tower access in as well, which is about €15 more than just the guided tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and passionate. They have to deal with a lot of other people in the area, and to still be able to communicate effectively is impressive. I can't remember the guides name, but she had blue hair, so definitely easy to keep track of in the crowd of thousands inside the basilica. I didn't deal with any disrespect or lack of professionalism, as other reviews have mentioned. Everyone I interacted with was very kind and took time to explain things. FYI, if you're afraid of heights or claustrophobic, the tower is not for the faint of heart!

Lawrence Delaney (Google Reviewer)  

My wife and I toured...

29-Nov-2024

My wife and I toured Park Guell and Sagrada Familia with tour guides Matthew (Park Guell) and Marc (Sagrada Familia) on November 25th 2024. We showed up about twenty minutes late to our tour of Park Guell because our taxi driver dropped us off at the wrong location. Despite this, Matthew was very understanding and accommodating to both us and others on our tour with other specific or individual needs, ensuring to either wait at a location a little longer or offer an alternative path for those who needed a bit more assistance maneuvering within the park. When arriving at the Julia Travel location after our tour, he provided nearby restaurant recommendations and tips for avoiding potential pickpocket attempts in the crowded city center. Matthew’s Barcelona experience is second to none! Marc provided an amazing tour of the incredible Sagrada Familia. His passion, thoroughness, and efficiency in conducting the tour were very impressive. Despite the heavy crowds, he did a great job directing our tour group through Sagrada Familia in an organized manner while also pointing out specific details about the church that we wouldn’t have otherwise noted. Julia Travel provided two great tours through significant locations within Barcelona. We highly recommend them to anyone looking to learn more about these locations!

Creston Inderrieden (Google Reviewer)  

Had a great time touring...

11-Jun-2024

Had a great time touring Sagrada Familia. Beautiful and organized tour.

April Hamilton-West (Google Reviewer)  

Una is absolutely the best...

29-Jul-2023

Una is absolutely the best tour guide ever! Knowledgeable. Energetic. And a delight to be around her. She kept everyone engaged and we all walked away with much more than La Sagrada Familia knowledge. We learned architecture, Gaudi history, and she pointed out things most would miss. Thank you, Una!

FamilyTravel18 (Google Reviewer)  

We took the 30 person...

01-Aug-2023

We took the 30 person catamaran, and had a fantastic time. They stop the boat after about an hour and let the guests swim for half an hour, which is refreshing. There are no pool toys, as advertised, however. Remember to grab a life jacket to swim in the ocean. The boat needs more life jackets available on deck.

Jeffery R. Phaneuf (Google Reviewer)  

Our tour guide Maria was...

02-Aug-2024

Our tour guide Maria was with Julia Tours. It was easy to see she was a regular guide as many of the others knew her as well as the staff of the Basilica. She seemed to love the space as it was “beautiful” to her (told us 18xs). BUT our tour was very poor. It was suppose to be 1.5 hours, scheduled to start at 5. We didn’t start till 5:16 and were done at 6:10. She made all kinds of recommendations of what we could go see AFTER the tour AND didn’t really provide much detail. I suggest you go to the audio tour… has to be better then what we experienced today. Felt like we had a guide who was doing her last tour of the day and just wanted to go home to her air conditioning. This tour company felt like the McDonalds down the road. Fast and efficient but no real nutrients to feed your soul.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Julia Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

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  • Low Deposit

    Julia Travel requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 21 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of julia travel charges.

    Up to 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

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