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8 Days: Lisbon > Évora > Coimbra > Oporto
Itinerary Day-by-Day
Day 1 - Lisbon
Arrival in Lisbon, pickup at airport and transfer to hotel. Resto of day free.
Optional: Dinner and Fado show.
Day 2 - Lisbon / Sintra / Cascais / Estoril / Lisbon
Morning Lisbon half day city tour: A few hours to discover Lisbon, first of all we will visit the Belém quarter where you will find the most beautiful and historical monuments from the 15th and 16th centuries. A brief stop at the Belém Tower (Torre de Belém) - World Heritage by UNESCO - , point of departure of some of the Portuguese maritime explorations; and on the Monument to the Discoveries (Padrão dos Descobrimentos) , built to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the “death “ of Prince Henry the Navigator. Then we visit the church of S. Jerome Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerónimos) - World Heritage by UNESCO - a masterpiece of the “Manueline” style and the National Coach Museum (Museu Nacional dos Coches) with one of the most important collection of old carriages in the world. Along the river we arrive at Alfama, an old and traditional district, where we will have the opportunity to walk in its narrow streets, and visit an handicraft shop where we'll taste an aperitif of Port wine. Then We will pass by the downtown (Baixa) to admire the most important squares of Lisbon such as the monumental Trade Square (Praça do Comércio); Rossio Square, the heart of Lisbon and the symbolic Restauradores Square. Then we drive along the Liberdade Avenue, the “boulevard” of Lisbon, to finish at Marquês de Pombal Square, admiring the statue of the 18th-century portuguese statesman responsible for Lisbon reconstruction after one of the most deadliest earthquakes in History, the 1755 Lisbon Earthquake.
Resto of day free. We suggest a tour to discover Sintra, Cascais and Estoril: Spend some free time whether discovering the handicraft stores or the famous sweets of Sintra. Then go to Cabo da Roca (the most westerly point of Europe) before continuing along the coast, passing by the famous Guincho beach until arriving at Cascais. Highlights of the town include the Boca do Inferno wave feature and the magnificent panorama over Cascais Bay and the adjoining coastline. On the way back to Lisbon, we pass by Estoril, home to the famous Casino and its lovely gardens.
Day 3 - Lisboa / Évora / Lisboa
Évora - UNESCO World Heritage -, a mosaic of culture, history and traditions. Leaving Lisbon behind, we cross the bridge over the Tejo river before, within a few kilometres, a pleasant landscape takes shape, dotted with cork oaks, olive groves and vineyards. In the distance, we pass walls before their whiteness tells us we have arrived in Évora. Here, wander the narrow streets and take the time to savour masterpieces of past eras and the key monuments of Évora: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral, the Church of São Francisco and its Chapel of Bones as well as the University. There is also the chance to explore the deep variety of handicrafts produced across the Alentejo including the renowned pieces in cork, ceramics and copper. Furthermore, take the opportunity to engage and experience the depth and breadth in the ingredients for some of the most defining dishes in the Portuguese gastronomic range. Following lunch, in the afternoon, we suggest a visit to the Cartuxa Wine Cellar with wine and cheeses tasting.
Day 4 - Lisbon / Óbidos / Fátima / Coimbra
Free day with accomodation in Coimbra.
Sugestion: Visit Óbidos and meet its medieval walls, rustic white houses and the rich and varied local traditions of the town. We also take the opportunity to visit the Castle Pousada-Hotel. Then go to picturesque and colourful fishing town of Nazaré for lunch. Finally, we reach the Our Lady of Fátima Sanctuary, an altar of the Christian faith and site of world pilgrimage. There is also the Chapel of Apparitions with its portrayal of Our Lady of Fátima. Take the time also for the location of the Basilica with the tombs of the three witnesses, and the Church of the Holy Trinity, the fourth largest in the world by capacity. You have some free time to attend mass. Accomodation in Coimbra.
Day 5 - Coimbra / Aveiro / Oporto
Free day with accomodation in Oporto
Sugestion: Morning to discover Coimbra. Visit of the University, one of the oldest in the world, with its magnificent baroque library and its unique atmosphere characterised by ancient traditions and customs such as the black cape of the students and the melancholic fado music.
Afeternoon: AVEIRO ity of the canals, known as the “Portuguese Venice”, where you shall have time to see the graceful boats “moliceiros” and taste the local sweets “ovos moles”. Drive to Oporto. Oporto - overnight.
Day 6 - Porto
Free day in Oporto
Sugestion: apital of the North of Portugal and UNESCO World Heritage, Porto has one of the most remarkable historic centres across Europe, selected as the first 2013 European Destination by Lonely Planet. From the Cathedral to the Port Wine Cellars, everything makes this journey memorable, in an environment rich in History, Tradition and Culture.
Day 7 - Oporto / Lisbon
Our suggestion will be go to Lisbon after you check out. Stop for lunch in Mealhada, where you can taste the "Famous Leitão à Bairrada". After lunch continue drive to Lisbon. Check in at hotel.
Day 8 - Lisbon
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to airport. End of our services.
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