Discover Portugal’s Hidden Treasures
Active pace with longer touring days. Expect intermittent walking at a moderate pace for 2–3 hours over a variety of terrain, including cobblestones, hills and uneven pavements. Must be able to negotiate stairs of varying heights, sometimes without handrails. Can tolerate periods of standing during guided tours and be able to climb in/out of various modes of transportation. Some days may include 5–7 km of walking over the course of the day.
We fly direct to Lisbon.
Transfer to Evora for a 7 night stay. Welcome dinner at the hotel.
Explore Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage “Museum-Town” with historical monuments and ancient walls. Discover Portugal’s cork industry followed by a visit to Arraiolos to see its unique round castle and 500-year-old handmade rugs.
Day at leisure.
Embark on a journey to Estremoz, renowned for its white marble and royal heritage, featuring its castle, Pousada, and the Church of the Congregations (exteriors). Continue to Elvas, where you’ll marvel at the impressive 7 km aqueduct and the world’s largest bastioned fortification before visiting the magnificent Ducal Palace in Vila Viçosa, the “Princess of Alentejo.”
Discover Reguengos de Monsaraz, beautifully situated on the Alentejo plain and beside the stunning Alqueva reservoir during a scenic walking tour. Enjoy a relaxing boat trip on Alqueva Lake, lasting approximately 1.5 hours.
Journey to Marvão, a charming medieval town with narrow streets and stunning views from its hilltop castle. Afterwards, explore Castelo de Vide, renowned for its significant Jewish heritage and rich architectural traditions.
Day at leisure
Head to Figueira da Foz, passing by Santarém and admiring its beautiful monuments overlooking the River Tagus. Enjoy a walking tour of the city and its vibrant fruit and vegetable market, followed by free time for lunch before checking into your hotel for a 7 night stay.
Free day to discover the seaside resort of Figueira da Foz.
Discover Porto’s highlights and charming neighborhoods, featuring baroque churches, elegant metal bridges, and wine cellars. Stroll through the picturesque Ribeira district, then cross the River Douro to Gaia, home to the iconic cellars of famous Port wine.
Day at leisure.
Depart for Aveiro, often called “the Venice of Portugal,” renowned for its charming canals. Continue to Ílhavo, a historic fishing village, and pass through Costa Nova, famous for its colorful “palheiros” and beautiful beaches that date back to the mid-19th century.
Set off to explore the lush Buçaco forest, home to a former royal hunting lodge now a luxury hotel, and nearly 700 native and exotic tree species, including one of the tallest trees in Europe. Continue to Coimbra, known as the city of students for its historic university, where you can wander through the charming narrow streets of the oldest part of town.
Day at leisure.
Transfer to Porto for your flight back home.
You may cancel your tour up to 60 days prior to departure (90 days prior for tours requiring a visa, cruises or rail journeys) for any reason, and receive a full refund of your deposit / payment (less the $75 administration fee).
Cancellation & trip interruption insurance included!
Included in the cost of your tour is our Cancellation Insurance Policy, which provides coverage in case of emergency injury or illness (including Covid), right up to your date of departure (terms and conditions apply).
Our Manulife Out-of-Country Health Insurance Plan covers expenses related to Trip Interruption in case of emergency injury or illness. For tours within Canada, Senior Discovery Tours will cover such expenses (terms and conditions apply to all policies).
