9D Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
9D Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
9D Portugal Premium Small Group Tour
9 Days Starting and ending in Madrid, Spain
Visiting: Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, Lisbon
Tour operator:
Tour code:
218
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through Portugal with our Premium Small Group Tour, starting and ending in the vibrant city of Madrid. Experience the rich cultural tapestry of Spain and Portugal with guided visits to iconic cities like Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon. Delight in a variety of culinary experiences, from a Welcome Tapas Dinner in Madrid to a Fado show with dinner in Porto, and a seafood feast in Lisbon. Enjoy unique activities such as a Douro River Cruise with Port wine tasting and a scenic ride on a traditional moliceiro in Aveiro. Travel in comfort with luxury coach transportation and private airport transfers, all under the guidance of an English-speaking Tour Director. With daily breakfasts and travel insurance included, this tour offers a seamless and enriching exploration of Iberian wonders. Please note that local city taxes in Lisbon, Coimbra, and Porto are not included.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Join your tour director and fellow travelers for an authentic Welcome Tapas Dinner at a local restaurant. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 2 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the beauties of the city with a guided city tour. Barrio de la Morería, the Hapsburgs District, Plaza Mayor and Plaza de la Villa; the Madrid of the Bourbons and the complex town planning schemes of Charles III, the Royal Palace, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains and the Puerta de Alcalá. The contemporary Madrid with areas such as Gran Vía, Castellana, the district of Salamanca, as well as commercial and financial areas of Modern Madrid, and the Santiago Bernabéu Football Stadium. During the visit, we will taste the typical chocolate with churros, the most Madrid-style snack. Afternoon at leisure to continue exploring the wonders that the city has to offer. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 3 : Madrid – Salamanca – Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: BessaHotel Boavista, Vila Galé Porto or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Bound for Portugal, we will drive towards Salamanca. Enjoy some free time in this University City and World Heritage Site of great architectural and artistic wealth. Continue to the Portuguese border to reach Porto. Located along the Douro River estuary in northern Portugal, Porto is one of the oldest European towns, and proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 4 : Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: BessaHotel Boavista, Vila Galé Porto or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided sightseeing tour of Porto. Admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a Douro River Cruise and discover famous Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting experience included. Rest of the day at leisure. Tonight, you will have the opportunity to share a typical fado show with dinner with your fellow travelers. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 5 : Porto – Aveiro – Coimbra
Location: Coimbra
Accommodation Name: Aeminium Coimbra affiliated by Meliá or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we depart to Aveiro, known for its picturesque canals, which have earned it the nickname "The Venice of Portugal". We will enjoy a ride on a moliceiro, a traditional colorful boat used for navigating the canals of Aveiro, before heading to Coimbra. We will meet the local guide for a tour of Coimbra, a historic city known for its prestigious university (one of the oldest in Europe), charming medieval streets, and beautiful riverfront.
Day 6 : Coimbra – – Batalha –-Nazare – Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art´s, Lutécia or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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 pinturesque fishing town of Nazaré and time at leisure. Then, we continue to Lisbon. In Lisbon, we will cross the Tagus River to Cacilhas and enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant featuring seafood.
Day 7 : Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art´s, Lutécia or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, join a morning city sightseeing of the ancient Olissipo. Drive through its main squares and avenues, Belem Tower, Jeronimos Monastery, 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”. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy this magnificent city.
Day 8 : Lisbon – Merida – Madrid
Location: Madrid
Accommodation Name: AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza or similar.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel and depart for Merida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Roman ruins, including the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre. Explore its rich historical heritage before continuing to Madrid. In Madrid, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner.
Day 9 : Madrid
Location: Madrid
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport. END OF OUR SERVICES.
What's Included
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Guided Visits
Guided visits in Madrid, Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon are included.
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Tour Director
An English speaking Tour Director will accompany you throughout the journey.
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Welcome Tapas Experience
A Welcome Tapas Experience dinner is included.
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Chocolate & Churros Tasting
Enjoy a Chocolate & Churros tasting in Madrid.
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Fado Show and Dinner
A Fado show and dinner in Porto are included.
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Douro River Cruise
A Douro River Cruise & Port wine tasting in Porto are included.
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Aveiro Estuary Cruise
Cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a typical moliceiro.
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Dinner in Lisbon
Dinner in a local restaurant in Lisbon featuring seafood is included.
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Farewell Dinner
A Farewell Dinner in Madrid is included.
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Luxury Coach Transportation
Transportation by luxury coach is provided.
What's Not Included
Local City TaxLisbon, Coimbra, and Porto Local City Tax are not included and must be paid directly to the hotel.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with luxury coach transportation and private airport transfers, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey between destinations, including guided city tours and scenic drives through picturesque landscapes.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at well-appointed hotels such as AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza, BessaHotel Boavista, Vila Galé Porto, Aeminium Coimbra affiliated by Meliá, VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art's, or Lutécia, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable experience throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of dining experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a Welcome Tapas Experience dinner in Madrid, a chocolate and churros tasting in Madrid, a Fado show and dinner in Porto, a seafood dinner at a local restaurant in Lisbon, and a farewell dinner in Madrid.
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Are there any unique cultural experiences included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a Fado show in Porto, which is a traditional Portuguese music performance, and a cruise along the Aveiro estuary in a typical moliceiro, a traditional colorful boat.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation is provided by a luxury coach, and there are private transfers to and from the airport as per the itinerary.
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Is there a tour guide available throughout the journey?
Yes, an English-speaking Tour Director will be available throughout the journey.
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What kind of accommodation can be expected during the tour?
Accommodation is provided in hotels such as AC Cuzco, Princesa Plaza in Madrid, BessaHotel Boavista, Vila Galé Porto in Porto, Aeminium Coimbra affiliated by Meliá in Coimbra, and VIP Entrecampos, VIP Art's, Lutécia in Lisbon or similar.
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Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour?
Yes, local city taxes in Lisbon, Coimbra, and Porto are not included and must be paid directly to the hotel.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
We will include meet local health and safety regulations
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Is not possible to join the tour once it has departed but we can always try to adapt for an excepcional situations.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
The company has been trading since 1929
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
There is a cancellation policy indicated for our itineraries
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We try to avoid any kind of paper documentation in our tours, we keep our buses cleaned daily
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will recieve all necessary documents to travel with us from our Booking and Opwerations Department
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
You will travel with other people who booked the same tour, so you will have the chance to interact with other people from diferent countries and cultures.
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Free Date Changes
Julia Travel 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
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Low Deposit
Julia Travel requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 21 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of julia travel charges.
Up to 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.