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PREMIUM PORTUGAL
Tour from:
- From NZ$5,008 per person*
Destination: Portugal
Duration: 8 Days
Start / End: Lisbon, Portugal to Porto, Portugal
Style: Premium Small Group Journey
Group Size: 1 to 12 Travellers
Minimum Age: 15 Years
Tour Overview:
Discover Portugal's grand cities, medieval towns, stunning coastlines and renowned wine regions on this Premium small-group journey. Explore vibrant Lisbon, the royal town of Sintra, historic Coimbra, the famous Douro Valley and charming Porto while enjoying premium accommodation, cultural experiences, wine tastings and authentic local cuisine.
Package Inclusions:
- 7 nights accommodation
- Arrival airport transfer
- Private transport throughout
- 7 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- 2 dinners
- Premium Feature Stay experiences
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- 24/7 local support
Included Experiences:
- Welcome Dinner in Lisbon
- Guided Lisbon walking tour with local tastings
- Pastel de Nata tasting
- Ginjinha liqueur tasting
- Visit Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra
- Guided Coimbra city tour
- Private visit to Coimbra University and Joanina Library
- Traditional Fado music performance
- Douro Valley wine tasting experience
- Regional lunch at a local winery
- Douro River boat cruise
- Sunset drinks in Vila Nova de Gaia
- Traditional Portuguese tile-painting workshop in Porto
Feature Stay Experiences:
- 2 nights at Quinta das Lágrimas, Coimbra
- Historic 18th-century palace hotel
- Beautiful landscaped gardens and grounds
- Swimming pool and garden spa
- One of Portugal's most iconic heritage properties
Day-by-Day Highlights:
- Day 1: Arrive Lisbon and enjoy a Welcome Dinner.
- Day 2: Guided Lisbon walking tour including Bairro Alto, Chiado, Alfama, Pastel de Nata and Ginjinha tastings.
- Day 3: Visit Sintra and Quinta da Regaleira before travelling to Coimbra.
- Day 4: Explore Coimbra, its historic university and the magnificent Joanina Library. Evening Fado performance.
- Day 5: Travel to the Douro Valley for winery visits, wine tasting and a regional lunch.
- Day 6: Scenic Douro River cruise before continuing to Porto.
- Day 7: Tile-painting workshop and free time to explore Porto.
- Day 8: Tour concludes in Porto.
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Small group premium touring experience
- Authentic Portuguese cultural encounters
- Portugal's famous food and wine regions
- UNESCO-listed towns and historic landmarks
- Boutique feature stays and local experiences
- Ideal balance of sightseeing, culture and leisure time
Optional Activities:
- Jerónimos Monastery – EUR15
- Traditional Lisbon Boat Tour – EUR15
- National Palace of Sintra – EUR13
- Matosinhos Half-Day Train Trip – EUR3
- Livraria Lello Bookstore – EUR16
- Serralves Foundation – EUR24
- Clérigos Tower – EUR10
*From price is based on selected departures and subject to availability at the time of booking. Package includes premium accommodation, arrival transfer, meals as specified, guided sightseeing, wine tasting experiences, cultural activities and transportation throughout the tour. Prices and itinerary are subject to change without notice. Intrepid Travel booking conditions apply.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Lisbon
Ola! Welcome to Portugal. When you arrive at the Lisbon airport, you’ll be picked up by a representative and taken to your centrally located hotel.
Accommodation: Moon and Sun in Lisboa Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals: Dinner (D)
Included activities: Lisbon – Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Day 2
Lisbon
This morning, join a local guide for a walking tour through the city of Lisbon.
Accommodation: Moon and Sun in Lisboa Hotel or similar (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast (B)
Included activities: Lisbon – Walking Tour with Local Guide
Day 3
Sintra / Coimbra
Head outside the city for a full-day excursion to Sintra – a resort town in the foothills of the mountains.
Accommodation: Hotel Mondego or similar (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast (B)
Included activities: Sintra – Pena Palace visit
Day 4
Coimbra
Sitting on the banks of the River Mondego, Coimbra was once the medieval capital of the country, and its royal heritage can be felt in its ancient streets and buildings.
Accommodation: Hotel Mondego or similar (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast (B)
Included activities: Coimbra – Fado Show
Coimbra – Joanine University Library Guided Tour
Day 5
Douro Valley
Travel from Coimbra to the Douro Valley today.
Accommodation: Hotel Vila Gale Douro Vineyards (feature stay) or similar (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L)
Included activities: Douro Valley – Wine Tasting & Lunch
Douro Valley – Day Trip
Day 6
Porto
This morning, enjoy a gentle boat ride on the Douro River, stopping by the riverside village of Pinhão.
Accommodation: Hotel Moon & Sun or similar (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast (B)
Included activities: Douro Valley – Douro River Boat Ride
Porto – Sunset Drinks in Vila Nova de Gaia
Day 7
Porto
Learn about the history of tiles in Portugal this morning with a tile-painting workshop.
Accommodation: Hotel Moon & Sun or similar (1 night)
Meals: Breakfast (B), Dinner (D)
Included activities: Porto – Tile painting workshop
Porto – Bolhão Market
Day 8
Porto
There are no activities planned for today and your trip comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast (B)
- 7 nights accommodation
- Arrival airport transfer
- Private transport throughout
- 7 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- 2 dinners
- Premium Feature Stay experiences
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- 24/7 local support
Included Experiences:
- Welcome Dinner in Lisbon
- Guided Lisbon walking tour with local tastings
- Pastel de Nata tasting
- Ginjinha liqueur tasting
- Visit Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra
- Guided Coimbra city tour
- Private visit to Coimbra University and Joanina Library
- Traditional Fado music performance
- Douro Valley wine tasting experience
- Regional lunch at a local winery
- Douro River boat cruise
- Sunset drinks in Vila Nova de Gaia
- Traditional Portuguese tile-painting workshop in Porto
Feature Stay Experiences:
- 2 nights at Quinta das Lágrimas, Coimbra
- Historic 18th-century palace hotel
- Beautiful landscaped gardens and grounds
- Swimming pool and garden spa
- One of Portugal's most iconic heritage properties
Day-by-Day Highlights:
- Day 1: Arrive Lisbon and enjoy a Welcome Dinner.
- Day 2: Guided Lisbon walking tour including Bairro Alto, Chiado, Alfama, Pastel de Nata and Ginjinha tastings.
- Day 3: Visit Sintra and Quinta da Regaleira before travelling to Coimbra.
- Day 4: Explore Coimbra, its historic university and the magnificent Joanina Library. Evening Fado performance.
- Day 5: Travel to the Douro Valley for winery visits, wine tasting and a regional lunch.
- Day 6: Scenic Douro River cruise before continuing to Porto.
- Day 7: Tile-painting workshop and free time to explore Porto.
- Day 8: Tour concludes in Porto.
Why You'll Love This Journey:
- Small group premium touring experience
- Authentic Portuguese cultural encounters
- Portugal's famous food and wine regions
- UNESCO-listed towns and historic landmarks
- Boutique feature stays and local experiences
- Ideal balance of sightseeing, culture and leisure time
Optional Activities:
- Jerónimos Monastery – EUR15
- Traditional Lisbon Boat Tour – EUR15
- National Palace of Sintra – EUR13
- Matosinhos Half-Day Train Trip – EUR3
- Livraria Lello Bookstore – EUR16
- Serralves Foundation – EUR24
- Clérigos Tower – EUR10
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