Art & Soul: Portugal By Design
Art & Soul: Portugal By Design
Art & Soul: Portugal By Design
8 Days Starting in Lisbon and ending in PORTO
Visiting: Arrive In Lisbon, Lisbon, Tomar, Dornes, Coimbra, Porto, Europe
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FX-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 36
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Sparkling wine or soulful Fado? Roll by bike along the river or revel by boat on the Ria de Aveiro? Pastel-hues of Sintra’s palaces or plaza-hopping, expeditions through Lisbon? No matter how you awaken your spirit in Portugal with complimentary YourChoice Excursions, you choose how to be moved by cinematic scenery, soul-stirring traditions and centuries-old history on this 8-day tour of northwestern Portugal. Why This Tour Is Sweeter Than Pastel de Nata: •A mix of canals and the coastal cities of northwestern Portugal. •Medieval marvels, mellow vintages, and mind-blowing music. •Included YourChoice Excursions in Lisbon and Coimbra. •You had me at bom dia!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Lisbon
Location: Arrive In Lisbon
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Lisbon! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
ARRIVE IN LISBON Welcome to Lisbon! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)LISBON-TRAM.jpg
Day 2: Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Meals Included: Breakfast
LISBON LISBON Guided sightseeing includes a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries.YourChoice Excursions will include one of the following activities of your choice:
Day 3: Tomar
Location: Tomar
Meals Included: Breakfast
TOMAR Guided sightseeing includes the Convent of Christ.
TOMAR TOMAR Guided sightseeing includes the Convent of Christ. (B)TOMAR-COVENANT-OF-CHRIST.jpg
Day 4: Tomar,Dornes,Coimbra
Location: Tomar, Dornes, Coimbra
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DORNES Orientation walk of the village and free time. COIMBRA Visit the University. Dinner with regional specialties at a local restaurant.
TOMAR–DORNES–COIMBRA DORNES Orientation walk of the village and free time. COIMBRA Visit the University. Dinner with regional specialties at a local restaurant. (B,D)DORNES.jpg
Day 5: Coimbra
Location: Coimbra
Meals Included: Breakfast
COIMBRA COIMBRA YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:
Day 6: Coimbra
Location: Coimbra
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
COIMBRA COIMBRA YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice:
Day 7: Coimbra,Porto
Location: Coimbra, Porto
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
PORTO Follow your Local Guide for a walking tour in the city center. Enjoy a glass of Porto. This evening relax on a river cruise followed by farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
COIMBRA–PORTO PORTO Follow your Local Guide for a walking tour in the city center. Enjoy a glass of Porto. This evening relax on a river cruise followed by farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)PORTO-CITY.jpg
Day 8: Porto
Location: Porto
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast in the morning.
PORTO Your vacation ends with breakfast in the morning. (B)PORTO-TILED-BUILDING.jpg
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Meals
Breakfast Daily, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners
Accommodation
Lisbon:Holiday Inn LisboaTomar:Dos TemplariosCoimbra:Donas InesPorto:Holiday Inn Porto Gaia
UNESCO Sites
Belem Tower in Lisbon|Convent of Christ in Tomar|Historic Centre of Porto|University of Coimbra
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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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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