Portugal Discoveries Escorted Vacation

Upon your arrival at the Lisbon Airport, you'll be privately transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. In the evening, join your Tour Leader in the hotel lobby for welcome drink and dinner. Overnight in Lisbon. (D)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a full-day tour of Lisbon's historic center. Explore major sites such as Marques de Pombal Square, Rossio Square, and Praca do Comercio. Visit the Belem quarter to admire the Monument to the Discoveries, Belem Tower, and Jeronimos Monastery. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)

After breakfast, depart north to the medieval village of Obidos. Visit a Ginjinha liquor factory to learn about the production process and enjoy a tasting. Continue to Nazare to explore the village and admire the famous big waves at the lighthouse. Enjoy free time for lunch in this charming fishing village before returning to Lisbon. Overnight in Lisbon. (B)

Check out of your Lisbon Hotel this morning and depart for Sintra to visit the Sintra National Palace. Continue to Cascais for a brief panoramic walking tour and some free time in this charming town. Then head south to the Algarve region. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy dinner. Overnight in Algarve. (B,D)

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel. From here, take a walking tour in Olhao, a significant fishing town, and visit its bustling local market. Continue to Moncarapacho to visit a local olive oil producer, where you can tour the olive plantation, learn about the production process, and enjoy an olive oil tasting. Next, head to Tavira for a walking tour along its charming cobbled streets and visit the castle for the best views over the city. Conclude the day with a stop at Cacala Velha, where Ria Formosa meets the Atlantic Ocean. Overnight in Algarve. (B)

Start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Visit Cabo de Sao Vicente, the southwestern most point of Europe, which was considered the end of the known world until the 14th century. Here, one of Europe's brightest lighthouses, visible from 60 miles away, guards the busy shipping lanes. Continue to Sagres, located at the extreme western tip of the Algarve, known for its remote, windswept landscapes, towering cliffs, and raging seas. Visit the Sagres Fortress, where Henry the Navigator studied the oceans to discover new maritime routes. You will have some free time in Lagos for lunch on your own and a take a short walking tour of the city center. Return to the hotel for a free evening. Overnight in Algarve. (B)

Spend the morning at leisure. In the early afternoon, depart from your hotel in Algarve and return to Lisbon where you will check into your hotel. In the evening, enjoy an optional dinner and Fado show at a local restaurant. Overnight in Lisbon (B)

After breakfast and checking out of your Lisbon Hotel, you will be privately transferred to the Lisbon airport onto your next destination. (B)