Best of Portugal

Kick off your Portuguese adventure from Lisbon, heading to the medieval town of Obidos. Marvel at its unique architecture and taste the famous bitter cherry liquor. Next, visit Alcobaca, home to Portugal's first and largest gothic church. Enjoy a seaside retreat in Nazare before heading to Batalha to visit the famous monastery. End the day in Fatima, where you can join the candle-lit procession. Overnight at the Hotel Sainte-Marie or similar.

After breakfast, depart for Coimbra, home to one of the world's oldest universities and its magnificent baroque library. In the afternoon, explore Aveiro, often referred to as the 'Venice of Portugal' due to its network of canals. Continue your journey to the vibrant city of Porto, where you'll spend the night at the Hotel Vila Galé or similar.

Start your day with a tour of Porto's riverside, adorned with old houses, palaces, and churches. Venture into the green landscapes of Minho, known for its sparkling 'green wine'. Visit Guimaraes, the birthplace of Portugal's first king, and explore the religious architecture of Braga. End the day in Barcelos, a city rich in popular handicraft. Return to Porto for overnight at the Hotel Vila Galé or similar.

Enjoy a day at your leisure in Porto. Explore the city's many highlights, experience live Portuguese fado music, or simply relax at your hotel. Optional tours are available, including the Hop-Off-Hop-On City bus. Overnight at the Hotel Vila Galé or similar.

Depart Porto for Amarante, a town known for promoting love and marriage. Visit the gardens of Vila Real's manor of Mateus, then continue to Lamego, where tasting local delicacies is a must. Explore Viseu, a city shadowed by a beautiful cathedral, before arriving in Urgeirica for the night. Overnight at the Hotel Urgeirica or similar.

After breakfast, journey to Bussaco, known for its forest of exotic trees. Continue to Tomar, a city intertwined with the Order of the Templars, and visit the remarkable Convent of Christ. Return to Lisbon for overnight at the Olissippo Marquês de Sá or similar.

Depart Lisbon for the royal town of Sintra. Visit the palace and enjoy the stunning views from Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe. Pass by the famous surfing beaches and the cosmopolitan town of Cascais before returning to Lisbon. Overnight at the Olissippo Marquês de Sá or similar.

Depart Lisbon for a full day exploration of Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-gothic cathedral, Saint Francis Church with the 'Bones Chapel', and the University. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the city. Overnight in Evora at the Hotel Vila Galé Evora or similar.

Leave Evora for Beja, where you'll see Portugal's highest medieval tower. Continue to Silves, dominated by its red sandstone castle, before arriving in Lagos, a charming city with stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife. Overnight at the Hotel Vila Galé Lagos or similar.

Travel to Ponta de Piedad for a magnificent view of the Atlantic. Continue to Sagres, a fishing port, for a visit to the fortress. Return to Lagos early, leaving you time to explore the city or relax on the beach. Overnight at the Hotel Vila Galé Lagos or similar.

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Algarve region and travel back to Lisbon. Along the way, stop at Setubal, a major port and industrial center, and venture into the breathtaking mountains of Arrabida. Arrive in Lisbon in the late afternoon.