As a vacation destination in Europe, Portugal is unfortunately often overlooked, forgotten and left to itself in its little corner of southwestern Europe. Travelers often extensively explore Spain, its next-door-neighbor of Spain, and then return home or move on elsewhere in Europe. And what a mistake that is! Just across the Spanish border lies a fascinating, interesting, and truly beautiful country with terrific sightseeing, delicious cuisine, world-renown wines – and loads of friendly charm. This is the land of the world's greatest explorers like Bartolomeu Dias, Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan. As one of the oldest nations in Europe, Portugal has played host to Celts, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths and the Moors – and today is home to no fewer than 14 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
This is a country that has hundreds of ways to cook codfish. This is the home of Port wine. This is where the soulful sounds of Fado music were born. This is the home of some of Europe's most beautiful beaches. Allow our Groups Department Team at Europe Express to collaborate with you to customize your group's ideal trip to Portugal. Perhaps the itineraries below are exactly what you're looking for – or perhaps your group has a special interest in Portugal such as Manueline architecture, hiking, surfing, fishing, winetasting, the Christian "Re-Conquest," or the Knights Templar.
Alternatively, maybe your group is interested with combining a trip to Portugal with Spain. (This is particularly easy to do with the Spanish regions of Andalusia, Extremadura, Castile-Leon and Galicia). Europe Express regularly handles groups of all sizes and works directly with deluxe hotels as well as budget-conscious properties. Let our team create a truly memorable vacation experience in Portugal that meets your group's interests, expectations and budget.
Portugal – 12 Days
Spend 12 days experiencing the beauty and fascinating history of Portugal. This comprehensive itinerary will show you the very best of Portugal's rich cultural heritage. Beginning and finishing in the ancient capital city of Lisbon, you will go back to the times of the Romans, through the era of the Moorish kingdom – and into Portugal's very exciting Age of Discovery. Aside from the castles, cathedrals and monasteries, during the tour there will be time to relax, to shop and to visit local markets, and you'll have two full days of leisure in the Algarve Region to enjoy Portugal's beautiful, turquoise beaches. Last but not least – you'll have a full day in Portuguese wine country.
Highlights and Inclusions
2 city sightseeing tours in Lisbon
Fado dinner show
Day trip to spectacularly beautiful town of Sintra
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If you have less than 10 people traveling together, please submit an FIT quote. With more than 10 people traveling together, request a custom quote from our Groups Department.
