Exploring Portugal
Portugal lies along the Atlantic Coast of the Iberian Peninsula in southwestern Europe, sharing a border with Spain in the east and north. Despite its relatively small size, the country boasts a great diversity of geographical features. And diversity does not stop on the geographical features – it has a lot more to offer: the remarkable port and green wines, the delightful wide range of olive oil, the environment-friendly cork, and much more. The possibilities are endless, and we can design your perfect itinerary. But just in case you need to be inspired, take a sneak peek on what your itinerary could be like.
DAY 1
Arrival in Porto
Meet your luggage assistant and your private transfer to the luxurious hotel we selected for you.
DAY 2
Porto Highlights Walking Tour
Enjoy a day wondering through Porto´s streets while learning its history and fun facts from your private guide.
DAY 3
Porto Lifestyle Tour
Get to know the daily life of the locals and their best hidden gems from a local insider
DAY 4
Guimarães & Douro Valley
On your way to your next destination, relish a visit to a private home and wine experience in Guimarães, city known as the “birthplace of the Portuguese nationality”. After this experience, be private transferred to your luxurious accommodation for the next three nights in Douro Valley.
DAY 5
Wine at Douro Valley
Be delighted with a Wine Experience followed by lunch in a renowned Quinta, one of the firsts in Douro Valley to open to the public (1992)
DAY 6
Hike & Museum at Douro Valley
Dedicate a few hours to hike the beautiful Serra de Santa Comba, stopping a few times to enjoy the breath-taking landscapes. Then visit the Olive Oil Museum and head back to a pleasant afternoon in your hotel.
DAY 7
Coimbra & Lisboa
On your way to Lisboa, enjoy a day in the historic Coimbra, the city that was once the capital of the country and now is a major cultural center and home to the University of Coimbra. Then be private transferred to the hotel we carefully selected to you.
DAY 8
Lisboa Highlights Tour
Today you will enjoy a panoramic view of the city as you learn about its history as well as its architectural evolution. You will also visit the traditional commerce zones of the city, having the opportunity to see the best that Lisboa can offer!
DAY 9
Sintra & Lisboa
Enjoy half of your day in Sintra getting to know its history and enjoy a lunch at Bar do Binho with the owner, that is specialized in Port Wine and will tell you all about it. After that, you will enjoy a Tour in Lisboa by Sidecar.
DAY 10
Évora & Algarve
On your way to Algarve, you will have a tour in the “museum” city, Évora, classified as a World Heritage by UNESCO. Then you will arrive in the beautiful hotel in the coast of Algarve we chose for you.
DAY 11
Cooking Class in Algarve
Today you will learn to cook like a true Algarvian with a local in your Traditional Cooking Class Experience – from the market to the table. You will discover a local market with your Chef and learn all about the traditional Algarvian dish named Cataplana.
DAY 12
Boat & Gourmet Experience
Meet one of the members of the crew at the hotel lobby and be transferred to the port. Have a unique experience sailing through Ria Formosa Natural Park, making one stop to enjoy a local restaurant in Culatra Island.
DAY 13
Day at leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure in beautiful Algarve.
DAY 14
Depart from Algarve
Private transfer to the hotel and luggage assistance. End of Made for Spain & Portugal’s services.