Enchanting Portugal

Enjoy a private car ride to the airport, where travellers departing from the Toronto airport are assisted with their check-in. Meet your dedicated Group Guru and fellow travellers and fly overnight to Lisbon. Upon your arrival, our luxury coach takes you to your hotel to settle in, before an afternoon toast and welcome cocktail. Overnight in Lisbon. (L,D)

Spend the morning drawn in by the bohemian neighbourhoods of Bairro Alto and Chiado, decorated by pastel-hued buildings and yellow street cars. After lunch, follow the soft ocean breeze and travel to the Age of Discoveries on a guided tour featuring Santa Maria Church and the adjoining Jerónimos Monastery. Experience Pastéis de Belém, a local institution famous for its take on the sumptuous custard-filled pastel de nata. We promise your first bite won’t be your last! After a stop at the Belém Tower, enjoy some time to explore Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon. (B,L,D)

Begin the morning by exploring the pedestrian avenues around Comércio Square, Rossio Square and the winding Alfama district. After a short break, make your way to the Parque das Nações neighborhood, a redeveloped area known for the striking Camões Theatre and Lisbon Oceanarium. After lunch, amble around Lisbon at your leisure or join us for a tour of the Oceanarium, the largest indoor aquarium in Europe. Overnight in Lisbon. (B,L,D)

Fairytale Sintra is home to exotic gardens and exquisite palaces. Appreciate the Moorish architecture of Palácio Nacional before reaching Cabo da Roca, the striking viewpoint forming Europe’s westernmost point. A relaxing afternoon tour takes you through the scenic resort towns of Cascais and Estoril. Overnight in Lisbon. (B,L,D)

Walking tour of the medieval village of Óbidos, initially a Roman settlement during the peak of the empire. Enjoy seaside scenery in the resort towns of Nazaré and Batalha, where you will visit the famous Batalha Monastery, built in 1386. Overnight in Porto. (B,L,D)

The colorful Baroque-influenced city of Porto will tickle your senses. Visit the Dom Luís I bridge, the Clérigos Church, the Porto Cathedral, the Church of São Francisco, as well as the lively Ribeira Square. Tour a leading port wine cellar, and learn about its unique production method before partaking in a deliciously orchestrated tasting. Overnight in Porto. (B,L,D)

Marvel at the enchanting towns surrounding Porto. Begin with Amarante, famous for its pastries and the São Gonçalo Church. On to the town of Vila Real to explore its Casa Mateus gardens before sitting down for wine tasting in a Sabrosa winery. Set off on a river cruise from the port town of Pinhão and glide along the scenic Douro Valley. Overnight in Porto. (B,L,D)

Enjoy a panoramic tour of Aveiro, the “Venice of Portugal”. On to history- filled Coimbra to discover its Moorish-era city center as well as its spectacular medieval university, dating back to 1290. In the afternoon, visit the Sanctuary of Fátima, an important Catholic pilgrimage site. Overnight in neighboring Tomar. (B,L,D)

Explore the city of Tomar, former seat of the Knights Templar. Visit the Cristo Monastery located inside the Castelo de Tomar, the Synagogue, and the vast Roman-era Pegões Aqueduct. Continue to the quaint town of Évora for the night. (B,L,D)

Guided tour of Évora, where you will see the Giraldo Square, Rua 5 de Outubro, the Roman Temple, São Francisco Church, as well as the chilling but appropriately named Chapel of Bones. Enjoy a guided tour and wine tasting in a traditional Monsaraz cellar. Overnight in Évora. (B,L,D)

Travel south to São Brás de Alportel for a guided tour of a cork factory, one of Portugal’s most famous exports. In the afternoon, head to the beautiful seaside resort town Albufeira, in the Algarve region. Overnight in Albufeira. (B,L,D)

Day trip to the fortified city of Lagos, where you will explore the old city as well as the Ponta da Piedade, a series of unique, jagged coastline arches and caves carved by the ocean over thousands of years. Explore Sagres and count the cannons at the 16th century Sagres Fortress. Overnight in Albufeira. (B,L,D)

Discover the beaches on this idyllic coastline. Albufeira is a favourite for tourists and locals alike – the perfect place to relax, enjoy the sun and sample tasty Portuguese specialties. Overnight in Albufeira. (B,L,D)

Relax in Albufeira before making your way to Lisbon for our farewell dinner and authentic Fado show. Overnight in Lisbon. (B,L,D)

Fly from Lisbon to Canada, with a same day arrival. Your driver will meet you at the airport to help you with your luggage and drive you home. (B)