Namara Tours
Gems of Portugal Tour
Discover a land that ruled the seven seas. Brimming with culture, cuisine and stunning landscapes. From charming monasteries and palaces to savoury wines. Portugal has it all
Gems of Portugal Tour
Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Landmarks
Visit breathtaking landmarks like the palaces of Sintra, Jeronimo Monastery and the Dona Maria Pia Bridge, Porto.
Experiences
Enjoy unique experiences like wine tasting in the Duero valley and a night of Fado in Lisbon
Tour highlights
  • Enjoy a scenic tour through the streets of Lisbon. Portugal ́s bustling capital.
  • Visit the colorful palaces and gardens of Sintra. One of Europe's most beautiful villages.
  • Savour the delicious fruits of the sea in Nazares, Portugal ́s seafood capital

  • Discover the mysteries and spirituality of Tomar, home of the Knights Templar.

  • Sample Port wine in one of Porto´s wine cellars and enjoy a river cruise across the valleys and vineyards of the Duero.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival, tour of the cobbled streets of Lisbon's Baixa quarter.

Arrival and transfer to hotel. Meet and greet with group and guide followed by a nice breakfast. Afterwards we begin our tour of Lisbon with a visit to its historical quarters, the Alfama and Baixa. Enjoy a stroll through its cobbled streets brimming with colorful houses, a perfect chance to have a coffee with a savoury Pastel de Nata tart. Visit the Praca do Comercio square, along with the Avenida da Liberdade, followed by the Pombal square. In the evening enjoy a 3 course get together dinner.

Overnight in Lisbon
Day 2: Visit the Jeronimos Monastery, Tower of Belem and a night of Fado.

After breakfast, we set out to the eastearn side of the city were we discover the Tower of Belem and monument to the discoveries. A monument dedicated to the portuguese explorers who led the expeditions on discoveries of new routes and lands, which gave way to a creation of a mighty empire that controlled the seven seas. Later we visit the Jeronimos Monastery to see the tomb of Vasco da Gama, Portugal's most famous explorer. Afterwards free time in the afternoon to stroll around the old Alfama quarter. In the evening visit a local establishment to enjoy a night of dinner with some traditional portuguese Fado music.

Overnight in Lisbon
Day 3: Visit to the garden village of Sintra and Nazares, Portugals seafood capital.


In the morning we depart Lisbon, visit the town of Sintra. Renowned for its relaxing and mystical atmosphere, Sintras charm has been an enigma for thousands of years since the time of the Celts and moorish rule. Closer to our time it has been a place of retreat to many of the former portuguese royalty. We visit the stunning palaces built by monarchs like the Quinta do Regaleira, Palacio da Pena and Palacio Nacional. All brimming with colorful walls, rooms and lush gardens. As the afternoon draws to a close we head north to Nazares, Portugals seafood capital. Enjoy free time to stroll across the seafront and try some local seafood delicacies.

Overnight in Nazares.


Day 4: Visit to the sacred sight of Fatima, experiencing mystic Tomar and medieval Coimbra.

After breakfast we set out from Nazares to the inland of Portugal. Crossing fields of Olive groves and Citrus orchards. Stop in Fatima, visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, renowned for years a place of sacred energy by Christians and other faiths.

After lunch we continue our journey inland and visit the town of Tomar. Home of the Knights Templar. We tour around some of the historical streets and lanes of this fascinating town. Later on in the afternoon we head to Coimbra, Portugal's charming college town and home to one of Europe's oldest universities. Free evening to enjoy the delights of Coimbra.


Overnight in Coimbra

Day 5: The magical Duero Valley, wine tasting and river cruise

In the late morning we depart Coimbra, heading north towards Portugals wine region, the Duero. Home to rolling hills and slopes brimming with vineyards and a meandering Duero river at its depth, this infamous region produces some of Europe's best wines. We visit a renowned wine estate for some wine tasting and lunch. Afterwards we take a relaxing short cruise across the Duero river.

Finishing our evening in Porto, Portugals second largest city and wine capital

Overnight in Porto
Day 6: Discovery of Porto and its mesmerizing streets.

After a wholesome breakfast its time to explore the fascinating streets of Porto on a walking tour. A Unesco world heritage site, brimming with tiled wall houses and stunning architecture. We visit the Porto Cathedral and the 18th century clerigo towers followed by a visit to the impressive Dona Maria Pia Bridge, designed by none other than Gustave Eiffel.

After lunch in the riverfront we visit one of the city's renowned Port wine cellars, were we learn how this savoury fortified wine is made. For our final evening we enjoy a nice get together dinner in one of the city's cosy establishments.

Overnight in Porto


Day 7: Departure

Time to say goodbye to Portugal. Breakfast followed by transfer to Porto airport.

Tour includes
  • 6 nights in superb accommodation

  • An english speaking guide to escort you across your Portugal experience

  • An expert driver and comfortable coach throughout your portuguese tour.

  • Breakfast each morning including day 1

  • 1 lunch in a wine estate

  • Wine tasting and tour in the Duero valley and Port Wine cellars in Porto

  • Entrances to all landmarks mentioned above on tour.

  • 3 dinners

  • All taxes and charges

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