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Tour Code: ZP
Tour Length: 12 days
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PORTUGAL IN DEPTH
Overview Click map for larger sizeThis vacation shows you the best of Portugal at a leisurely pace. Begin with two overnights in Lisbon and guided sightseeing that highlights the Alfama, Belem Tower, and a visit to Jeronimos Monastery. Heading north along the Atlantic coastline, stop in medieval Obidos, Alcobaça, Nazaré, and at the pilgrimage village of Fatima before spending the night in Tomar. On to Oporto for guided sightseeing that includes the Church of Sao Francisco and a visit and wine tasting at a Port wine cellar. Next up: the former royal residence town of Evora, where a walking tour with a Local Guide showcases the gothic cathedral, Sao Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. Explore the stunning Algarve, Portugal's most popular resort area, with an included excursion to the Promontory of Sagres, Cape Vincent, and Lagos. Also included are the Roman ruins of Conimbriga, Buçaco Forest National Park, a visit to Vila Real's Palacio de Mateus, and Belmonte, where you'll enjoy a visit to the Jewish Museum and an olive tasting. City Highlights
Lisbon:
Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Alfama quarter and Jeronimos Monastery
Obidos:
Walking tour of the medieval town
Alcobaça:
Visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery
Nazaré:
Lunch break
Fatima:
Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary
Tomar:
Guided visit of the Convent of Christ
Conimbriga:
Visit of the Roman ruins and the museum
Coimbra:
Visit the University Library
Buçaco Forest:
Drive through the national park
Oporto:
Guided sightseeing, visit the Church of Sao Francisco and the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange; wine tasting in a Port wine cellar
Vila Real:
Visit the Palacio de Mateus
Belmonte:
Visit the Jewish Museum; olive oil tasting
Castelo de Vide:
Walk through the Jewish quarter
Evora:
Guided walking tour, visit the gothic cathedral, the Sao Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel
Algarve:
Excursion to the Promontory of Sagres, Cape Vincent, and Lagos |
