Tour Overview
Discover the "Wonders of Portugal" on this immersive cultural tour, exploring the country's rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Begin your journey with a visit to the fairy-tale Palace of Pena in Sintra, followed by a stroll through the medieval town of Óbidos. Marvel at the Gothic architecture of the Monastery Church in Alcobaca and the UNESCO-listed Batalha Monastery. Experience the spiritual ambiance of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima and wander the historic streets of Évora, home to the Roman Temple and Chapel of Bones. Conclude your adventure with a delightful wine tasting in Azeitão. Enjoy daily breakfast and lunch, comfortable 4-star accommodations, and expert-guided tours throughout. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : LISBON > SINTRA > CABO DA ROCA > CASCAIS
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: Olissippo Marquês de Sá, Lisbon, or similar
Meals Included: Lunch
This morning you will be picked up at a centrally located hotel in Lisbon. We set off for the majestic and romantic Palace of Pena, an astonishing fairy-tale castle located on one of the highest peaks of the Sintra hills. At the end of the morning, there is free time to wander the streets of Sintra (a UNESCO-classified Cultural Landscape).
We leave for Colares, a demarcated region recognized for its quality table wines, continuing onwards until Cabo da Roca, the most westerly point in continental Europe, passing the beach of Guincho until Hell’s Mouth and always enjoying the sea-framed landscapes until Cascais and a brief visit to this coastal town. We return to Lisbon along the Estoril Coast with panoramic views of the Casino and its gardens. ...more ...less
Day 2 : OBIDOS > ALCOBACA > NAZARE > BATALHA > FATIMA
Location: Fátima
Accommodation Name: Olissippo Marquês de Sá, Lisbon, or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Leaving Lisbon, we first head north with our first stop in Óbidos, a small town surrounded by medieval walls, with its traditional whitewashed houses and wrought-iron balconies, its handicrafts and the famous Pousada do Castelo. Then we head on to Alcobaca to visit the Monastery Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site), both the longest and the first church built entirely in the Gothic style in Portugal, Our lunch is served in Nazaré, the most typical and colorful Portuguese fishing villages. Whenever possible, we continue onto Sítio with its beautiful views over the beach and the ocean beyond.
In the afternoon, we visit the wonderful Batalha Monastery Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece in the Gothic style, with particularly beautiful stained-glass windows. Then, we arrive at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, a center of the Christian faith and world pilgrimage site. To visit: the Basilica, housing the tombs of Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta, and the Chapel of Apparitions at the heart of the shrine. When possible, there is time to attend mass. We return to Lisbon through a rich agricultural region.
Day 3 : EVORA > MONSARAZ > LISBON
Location: Évora
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, depart to the town of Évora, a mosaic of culture, history, and traditions. Leaving Lisbon, we cross the bridge over the river Tagus and head through a beautiful and bucolic landscape of olive trees, cork oak trees, and vineyards before arriving at Évora – UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the narrow streets of this whitewashed town, we walk back through time visiting some of Évora’s most important monuments: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral, Saint Francis Church with its “Chapel of Bones” and the University.
At the market, we see and feel the richness of the products applied in preparing one of the most elaborate and best-appreciated gastronomies of Portugal. Throughout the visit, we also get to admire the diversity and authenticity of local handicrafts with cork, ceramic, and copper objects. Time for lunch. In the afternoon, we depart for Azeitão where we visit one of the oldest and most important wine cellars in Portugal and end the visit with a tasting of the traditional Moscatel de Setúbal before arriving in Lisbon in the late afternoon. End of services.
What's Included
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• Accommodation in 4-star hotels
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• Daily Breakfast and Lunch
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• Visits with an expert multilingual tour guide throughout the tour as per itinerary
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• Transportation by air-conditioned bus or minivan
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• Entry into following monuments: Palace of Pena (Sintra), Monastery of Batalha Cloisters (Batalha), Évora Cathedral, Church of S. Francisco and the Chapel of Bones (Évora)
What's Not Included
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• International or domestic airfare
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• Gratuities to guides and drivers
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• Travel insurance
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• Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Local city tax for overnight stays
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• Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
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• Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included
Mode of Transport
Transportation by air-conditioned bus or minivan ensures a comfortable and convenient travel experience between destinations.
Accommodation
Accommodation in 4-star hotels, including stays at the Olissippo Marquês de Sá in Lisbon or similar, providing comfort and quality throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided in 4-star hotels.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, daily breakfast and lunch are included in the tour package.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transportation is provided by air-conditioned bus or minivan.
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Will there be a tour guide during the trip?
Yes, there will be an expert multilingual tour guide throughout the tour as per the itinerary.
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Are entrance fees to monuments included in the tour package?
Yes, entry into the following monuments is included: Palace of Pena (Sintra), Monastery of Batalha Cloisters (Batalha), Évora Cathedral, Church of S. Francisco, and the Chapel of Bones (Évora).
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Is wine tasting included in the tour?
Yes, there is a wine tasting session in Azeitão, visiting one of the oldest and most important wine cellars in Portugal.
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What are some of the key highlights of the tour?
Key highlights include visiting the Palace of Pena in Sintra, exploring the medieval town of Óbidos, visiting the Monastery Church in Alcobaça, touring the Batalha Monastery Church, a pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, strolling through the historic streets of Évora, and wine tasting in Azeitão.
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Are there any UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Palace of Pena in Sintra, the Monastery Church in Alcobaça, the Batalha Monastery Church, and the historic town of Évora.
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What is the starting and ending location of the tour?
The tour starts and ends in Lisbon.
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Are gratuities included in the tour package?
No, gratuities to guides and drivers are not included in the tour package.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not covered include international or domestic airfare, gratuities, travel insurance, additional meals not mentioned in the itinerary, entrance fees to monuments or museums not mentioned in the itinerary, local city tax for overnight stays, visas required for entry into the country, and anything of a personal nature.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please enquire for details, we'll be happy to assist wherever we can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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Omega Tours 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.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Omega Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform omega tours, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Omega Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 CAD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Wonders of Portugal
3 Days Starting and ending in Lisbon, Portugal
Visiting: Lisbon, Fátima, Évora
Tour operator:
Tour code:
506
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
11-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Religion and Spiritual
