Picturesque Portugal End Lisbon
Picturesque Portugal End Lisbon
$1395
Picturesque Portugal End Lisbon
7 Days Starting and ending in Lisbon, Portugal
Visiting: Lisbon, Fátima, Porto
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Tour code:
PTCSZN120
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Portugal with the "Picturesque Portugal End Lisbon" tour. This cultural adventure begins and ends in Lisbon, offering a blend of historical and modern experiences. Explore the iconic Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries, and the Hieronymite Monastery with a Local Specialist. Visit the sacred Shrine in Fátima and delve into the medieval charm of Porto's Ribeira Quarter. Enjoy the comfort of cherry-picked hotels and travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi. With included meals, city orientation tours, and optional experiences like a Douro River cruise, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Portugal's rich heritage and stunning landscapes.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Lisbon (3 Nights)
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: VIP Executive Zurique
Accommodation Name: VIP Executive Zurique
Meals Included: Dinner
Pastel and azulejo-clad façades line Lisbon’s narrow streets which ramble across and over its seven hills from St. George Castle to the Tagus River. Gaze over the Portuguese capital’s terracotta rooftops, soaking up its small-town atmosphere before meeting your Travel Director and companheiros for a glimpse of what lies ahead. Tonight you’ll join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner and sample some of the local favorites that you’ll encounter throughout your journey across Portugal.
Day 2: Lisbon Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: VIP Executive Zurique
Accommodation Name: VIP Executive Zurique
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore the Age of the Discoveries and Portugal’s role as a global maritime power many centuries ago when you join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour. See the Hieronymite Monastery and the medieval quarter before taking in views of the alabaster-white Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries before taking the rest of the day to explore on your own. Consider joining an Optional Experience to Portugal’s Golden Triangle of Cascais, Estoril and Sintra to see some of the country’s most extravagant palaces during your free afternoon. This evening, perhaps join an optional traditional Portuguese dinner amidst the heart-wrenching, melancholic sounds of the fado.
Day 3: Lisbon Free Day
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: VIP Executive Zurique
Accommodation Name: VIP Executive Zurique
Meals Included: Breakfast
Que bom! A full free day in Lisboa to explore the enchanting Portuguese capital your way. The secret to living a long life lies in eating a big breakfast, but as you’ll come to discover in Lisbon that may extend to a big lunch and dinner too. Spend the day indulging in a culinary adventure on your own or choose an optional visit to the fishing village of Nazaré, set on a wide bay overlooking the Atlantic. This Optional Experience also includes a visit to Óbidos where you’ll have time to explore the medieval walled city with its whitewashed houses and cobblestone lanes. Aside from its obvious charm and history that pre-dates the founding of Portugal, Óbidos is also home to the delightfully decadent Ginja cherry liqueur served up in tiny chocolate cups. Don’t go home without a taste or two!
Day 4: Lisbon – Tomar – Fátima (1 Night)
Location: Fátima
Accommodation: Fátima
Accommodation Name: Fátima
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Leave Lisbon behind, bound for the Templar city of Tomar for a sightseeing tour, a beautiful reminder of Portuguese Renaissance. Continue to Fátima, a site of a celebrated religious miracle where three young shepherds are said to have seen an apparition of the Virgin Mary in 1917. Explore the Basilica and Sanctuary on your own before dinner at your hotel with your travel companions.
Day 5: Fátima – Coimbra – Porto (2 Nights)
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Gaia Residence
Accommodation Name: Gaia Residence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Coimbra to explore the city your way before continuing to Porto. Arrive in time for a sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist of the city’s UNESCO-listed medieval Ribeira Quarter, the port and the remarkable bridges that span the Douro River. With an evening to do as you wish, you may be tempted to head to the water's edge and one of the city’s Port wine cellars for a tasting and insights into the centuries-old tradition of local Port production.
Day 6: Porto Free Day
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Gaia Residence
Accommodation Name: Gaia Residence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Savor a full day to go back in time and explore Porto’s historic center with its beautiful Baroque façades. You could choose instead to join an Optional Experience to Braga, Portugal’s religious capital. A Local Specialist will reveal insights into Braga’s historic center and you’ll have an opportunity to see Europe’s largest and most magnificent sculpted Baroque staircase. This evening, an optional cruise along the Douro, followed by a dinner of local specialties, is a fitting way to end your journey through Portugal. Watch the city light up as you enjoy a night cap and the fresh river breeze.
Day 7: Depart Porto – Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say a fond farewell to our Tripeiros hosts as you prepare for your return Lisbon. You've explored Portugal's illustrious past, savoured Mediterranean flavors that will linger long after you leave and made lasting new friendships. Your coach returns to Lisbon from Porto, drop-off will be at the Costsaver Lisbon hotel and not at the airport. Arrival will be at approximately 5pm, depending on traffic conditions.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay in cherry-picked hotels such as the VIP Executive Zurique in Lisbon, Fátima, and Gaia Residence in Porto, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
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Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver will accompany you throughout the tour.
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Cherry-Picked Hotels
Stay in cherry-picked hotels that are all tried and trusted.
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Meals Included
Many meals and daily breakfasts are included in the tour package.
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City Orientation Tours
Enjoy city orientation tours to get acquainted with the destinations.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
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Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries.
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Choice Optional Experiences
An extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences are available.
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Hotel Substitutions
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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Sightseeing Tours
View Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries, visit the celebrated Shrine, and explore Porto's medieval Ribeira Quarter with a Local Specialist.
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers
Drop-off will be at the Costsaver Lisbon hotel and not at the airport.
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Optional Experiences
Optional experiences such as visits to Portugal’s Golden Triangle, traditional Portuguese dinner, and a cruise along the Douro River are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with an air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, providing a comfortable and connected experience as you explore Portugal's stunning landscapes and historic cities.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, providing a comfortable and connected experience as you explore Portugal's stunning landscapes and historic cities.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in cherry-picked hotels such as the VIP Executive Zurique in Lisbon, Fátima, and Gaia Residence in Porto, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, many meals and daily breakfasts are included in the tour package. Specifically, 2 dinners and 6 breakfasts are included.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, an expert Travel Director and a professional Driver will accompany you throughout the tour.
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Are there any optional experiences available during the tour?
Yes, there are several optional experiences available, such as visits to Portugal’s Golden Triangle, a traditional Portuguese dinner, a cruise along the Douro River, and a visit to the fishing village of Nazaré and the medieval walled city of Óbidos.
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What sightseeing opportunities are included in the tour?
The tour includes viewing Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries, visiting the celebrated Shrine in Fátima, exploring Porto's medieval Ribeira Quarter with a Local Specialist, and seeing the Hieronymite Monastery and the medieval quarter in Lisbon.
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Is airport transfer included in the tour package?
No, airport transfers are not included. Drop-off will be at the Costsaver Lisbon hotel and not at the airport.
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What happens on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Lisbon and have the opportunity to explore the city’s narrow streets and terracotta rooftops. In the evening, you will meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner and sample some local favorites.
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What can I do during the free day in Lisbon?
During the free day in Lisbon, you can explore the city on your own or join an optional visit to the fishing village of Nazaré and the medieval walled city of Óbidos. You can also indulge in a culinary adventure or explore the city’s historic sites.
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What is the itinerary for the last day of the tour?
On the last day, you will return to Lisbon from Porto. The coach will drop you off at the Costsaver Lisbon hotel at approximately 5pm, depending on traffic conditions.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Costsaver requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD 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 costsaver 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.
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