Portugal from Madrid
Portugal from Madrid
Portugal from Madrid
6 Days Starting and ending in Madrid
Visiting: Madrid, Porto, Fátima, Lisbon
Tour operator:
Tour code:
736056
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 40
Age range:
6-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Religion and Spiritual
Activities:
Tour Overview
Join us to discover the religious side of Portugal in this 6-day tour of Lisbon, Fatima, Porto, Alcobaca, and Batalha. We'll visit one of the most visited Christian sanctuaries in the world!HighlightsThe Alfama district, located at the foot of the Castle of São Jorge, shows the nature of the old fishermen’s neighborhood. Its picturesque tiny streets are wonderful to get lost in and to discover the charm of the city.The Sanctuary of Fatima, built in the 20th century after the apparitions of the Virgin, is the destination of an inner journey of Christian faith. It is one of the main Marian shrines of the world.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Madrid - Salamanca - Porto (Tue.)
Location: Madrid
Accommodation: Hotel
We'll leave from central Madrid at 8:30 am, heading to the Castilla-León region, from our established hotels in Madrid. Drive to Salamanca. Free time in this University City Heritage of Humanity of great architectural and artistic wealth. Departure to the Portuguese border until you reach Porto. Accommodation
Day 2 : Porto (Wed.)
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto, considered World Heritage city. We admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a different perspective of the city along the river Douro aboard the BlueBoats Cruise and discover the historic heritage visiting one well-known Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting. Rest of day at leisure. Accommodation. (B)
Day 3 : Porto - Coimbra - Fatima (Thu.)
Location: Fátima
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast. Departure to Coimbra. City seat of one of the oldest universities in Europe and the birthplace of Fado. Free time. Then to Fatima. Center of the Christian Faith and World Pilgrimage Sanctuary with its impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria place where the Virgin Mary appeared. The Chapel of the Apparitions, heart of the sanctuary, with the tombs of the three shepherds, Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta. At night possibility to attend the procession of the candles. Accommodation. (B)
Day 4 : Fatima - Batalha - Nazare - Alcobaça - Lisbon (Fri.)
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline style considered a World Heritage place by UNESCO. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré. Free time and continue to Alcobaça (World Heritage) with its Gothic church and Cistercian monastery, whose origins date back to the XII C. Then to Lisbon. Accommodation. Optional traditional and typical dinner including a show of Fado, typical Portuguese song and music. (B)
Day 5 : Lisbon (Sat.)
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning sightseeing tour of the ancient Olissipo, drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, Coach Museum, 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” where Fado sounds as a missing past. Accommodation at the hotel. (B)
Day 6 : Lisbon - Cacares - Madrid (Sun.)
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departure to Caceres, declared UNDESCO World Heritage site because of the city’s blend of Roman, Islamic, Northern Gothic and Italian. Walk through its Plaza Mayor and the Old Town with its famous Medieval Quarter. Continue to Madrid. (B)
END OF OUR SERVICE.
What's Included
- 5-Night First Class Accommodation with daily breakfast
- 2 Nights in Porto at Vila Galé Porto or similar
- 1 Night in Fatima at Hotel Santa Maria or similar
- 2 Nights in Lisbon at Hotel Lutécia
- Guided city tour with local guides in Porto (including Douro Cruise and wine tasting) and Lisbon
- Tour director throughout the journey
- Transportation in luxury coach
- Travel insurance
What's Not Included
- Lisbon and Porto Local City Tax is not included, to be paid directly to the hotel.
- Before / After flights
- Personal expenses
- Optional tips to the drivers and guides.
Please Note
Meeting Points
Upon booking, you can choose to start the tour at one of the following meeting points:
- Hotel Riu Plaza España
- Hotel Princesa Plaza Madrid
Check out our Q&As
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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Free Date Changes
ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.