Discover the unique country of Portugal that will welcome you with open arms on this complete 6-day bus tour departing from central Madrid
Itinerary
1st Day (Tue.) MADRID – SALAMANCA – PORTO
Depart from our established hotels in Madrid. Please refer to your documentation for detailed departure information. Drive to Salamanca. Free time in this University and World Heritage City of great architectural and artistic wealth. Departure to the Portuguese border until you reach Porto. Accommodation.
2nd Day (Wed.) PORTO
Breakfast at the hotel. Panoramic sightseeing tour of Porto, considered World Heritage city. We admire the Cathedral, Stock Exchange building and Santa Clara church. Afterwards, enjoy a different perspective of the city along the river Douro aboard the BlueBoats Cruise and discover the historic heritage visiting one well-known Port Wine Cellars with a wine tasting. Rest of day at leisure. Accommodation
3rd Day (Thu.) PORTO – COIMBRA – FATIMA
Breakfast. Departure towards Coimbra, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe and cradle of Fado. Free time. Continuation to Fátima, center of the Christian Faith and a World Pilgrimage Sanctuary, with its impressive Basilica and the Cova da Iria, where the Virgin Mary appeared. We recommend visiting the Chapel of the Apparitions, the heart of the sanctuary, with the tombs of the three little shepherds: Lucía, Francisco, and Jacinta. In the evening, possibility to attend the candlelight procession. Accommodation.
4th Day (Fri.) FATIMA – BATALHA - NAZARE – ALCOBAÇA – LISBON
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Batalha Monastery, a masterpiece of Gothic and Manueline architecture, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré. Free time, then proceed to Alcobaça (also a World Heritage Site), with its Gothic church and Cistercian monastery, whose origins date back to the 12th century. Continue on to Lisbon. Arrival in the Portuguese capital and accommodation.
5th Day (Sat.) LISBON
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, enjoy a city tour of Lisbon, formerly known as Olissipo, covering its main squares and avenues, the Belém Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery (exterior), and the Monument to the Discoveries. The afternoon is free to explore the city’s charming corners, such as the Alfama district, or to join the optional excursion to Sintra and Cascais (both World Heritage Sites). Accommodation at the hotel.
6th Day (Sun.) LISBON – MÉRIDA – MADRID
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards Mérida, a World Heritage city. Mérida, the capital of Extremadura, is known for its rich historical heritage, including its well-preserved Roman ruins: the theater, the amphitheater, the Roman bridge, and more. Free time and then continuation to Madrid. Accommodation. END OF OUR SERVICE
included with
* This tour is led by a bilingual guide who will provide commentary and assistance in both languages throughout the experience, ensuring everyone can follow along and enjoy the journey. Additionally, we will have local guides for a guided city tour in Porto and Lisbon
* Douro Cruise and wine tasting in Porto
* Transportation in air-conditioned luxury coach
* 5-night accommodation at selected hotel class
* Daily breakfast
* Travel insurance
excluded by
* Lisbon and Porto Local City Tax is not included, to be paid directly to the hotel
* Any other services not specified
Essential
Information
Offered two different hotel categories, Superior T or Superior Plus A. Both categories, first-hand selected, guarantee to all our clients a comfortable accommodation with high quality standards. Bear in mind that Superior Plus A tends to be centrally located.
Even though our tours run bilingual, please select the preferred language at time of booking.
1 regular suitcase and 1 handbag per person is allowed. Any extra luggage is likely to be charged. Luggage handling is responsibility of the customer
Restrictions
Room Capacity: Children under 4 years old, free of charge sharing twin room with 2 adults (one child per room maximum). All their expenses at parents charge directly. Children 4-7 year old, sharing room with 2 adults (maximum one child per room only)
Cancelation conditions: A penalty consisting of 30% of the total amount of the trip if the cancellation occurs between 30 and 21 days before the start of the trip; 60%, if this occurs between 20 and 10 days before the start; and 100%, if the withdrawal is made 9 days before departure
