Best of Portugal Trafalgar Tours

Best of Portugal

Explore gorgeous destinations on this 11 Day, Best of Portugal, escorted tour. Visits include Lisbon, the Algarve region, Évora, Castelo de Vide, Viseu, Mateus, Guimarães, Porto, Coimbra, Tomar, Fátima, Batalha, Nazaré and Óbidos. Modern cities, ancient towns, wine country, medieval architecture, lovely cathedrals, religious sites, delicious cuisine and more await you on this memorable vacation.

Coastal villages, freshly prepared seafood, lovely vineyards, mountain views and cobblestone streets are among the many highlights you can expect to uncover on this exciting journey. Tour the monastery of Batalha, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the colorful fishing village of Nazaré and admire its residents traditional clothing. See the Convent of Christ in Templar city, Tomar. Explore the pilgrimage center of Fátima famous for three shepherds who saw the VIrgin Mary. Join locals for lunch at a ranch where Lusitano horses were once reared for the king during the 18th century. Tour Évora. Join your 'Local Specialist' for a visit to Évora's elaborate cathedral, Roman temple and the Chapel of Bones. In Viseu witness seeing the 12th-century Sé. You will be ensconced in beautiful surroundings throughout this delightful vacation.


11 Daysfr. $1,975

  • ORIENTATION of the Algarve, Lagos, Castelo de Vide, Viseu, Coimbra, Tomar, Nazaré and Óbidos
  • VIEW the Castle of Guimarães
  • TASTE Douro Valley's delicious Port wine-making tradition
  • SADDLE UP for a superb stud farm visit
  • DINE on homecooking with a family in Portugal's beautiful Alentejo
  • GUIDED TOUR Lisbon
  • LOCAL SPECIALIST in Evora
  • SPECIALIST GUIDE in Porto
  • VISIT the Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon
  • WITNESS the cathedral in Évora
  • EXPLORE the Palace Gardens at Palacio de Mateus
  • VISIT the Stock Exchange Palace and Arabian Hall in Porto
  • SIGHTSEEING in the medieval village of Óbidos
  • EXPLORE the University Library of Coimbra
  • TOUR the Convent of Christ in Tomar
  • VISIT the Shrine at Fátima
  • SEE the Gothic Monastery at Batalha
  • Handcrafted Highlights
  • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries
  • All porterage and local charges included
  • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • VIP entry to many sights
  • Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Gratuities are included for services during the land stay of your vacation unless otherwise noted. This includes wait staff at included meals, and porterage at hotels for one suitcase per person. Gratuities for your tour director, local hosts, guides, and drivers are not included in the vacation price (unless otherwise noted in pricing details) and are discretionary.
  • All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
  • All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.
10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
  • Turim Av Liberdade in Lisbon, Portugal (2 nights)
  • Real Bellavista Hotel in Algarve Portugal (2 nights)
  • M’ar de Ar Muralhas in Évora, Portugal (1 night)
  • Grão Vasco in Viseu, Portugal (1 night)
  • Neya/Carris Ribeira in Porto, Portugal, Spain (2 nights)
  • Fátima in Fátima, Portugal (1 night)
  • Neya/Smy Lisboa in Lisbon, Portugal (1 night)
  • The hotels listed are intended to be used on all departures however Trafalgar Tours reserves the right to substitute other hotels than those listed. If a change becomes necessary for any reason, the hotel substituted will be of equivalent quality to those listed. No refunds are provided for hotel changes and full cancellation penalties apply.

ARRIVE LISBON Location Information Description

Lisbon, Portugal

Bem-vindo a Lisboa. A sea of pastel pinks, yellows and blues dot the seven hills of the romantic Portuguese capital, which you will have an opportunity to explore today before meeting your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive past the city's most iconic sights.

Dinner

Turim Av Liberdade

LISBON SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

Lisbon, Portugal

Delve into Lisbon's centuries-old seafaring heritage today, paying tribute to the brave men who set off from these shores to discover the ‘New World’. With our Local Specialist, We'll see the shimmering white Monument to the Discoveries, the iconic suspension bridge spanning the Tagus, and Belém Tower, built as a fortress protecting the city of Lisbon.

Dive Into Culture on a sightseeing tour of the UNESCO-listed Hieronymite Monastery, an exquisite testament to 16th-century Manueline architecture and art. There’s time to join an Optional Experience to the historic towns of Cascais and Sintra. In the evening, perhaps enjoy a traditional Portuguese dinner amidst the heart-wrenching, haunting sounds of the fado.

Breakfast

Turim Av Liberdade

LISBON - ALGARVE REGION Location Information Description

Alentejo, Portugal

You'll journey across the Tagus this morning and drive south towards the Serra da Arrábida Mountains and to the green pastures of the Alentejo. The hearty aroma of Portuguese chicken fills the air as you 'Connect With Locals' over a 'Be My Guest' lunch at a stud ranch, where Lusitano horses were once reared at the pleasure of King João VI in the 18th century.

Location Information Description

Algarve, Portugal

Your journey continues further south, bound for the holiday paradise that is the Algarve - your home for the next two nights.

Breakfast, Lunch

Real Bellavista

ALGARVE EXCURSION Location Information Description

Algarve, Portugal

The dramatic landscapes of the Sagres Peninsula provide a stunning backdrop for your morning drive. Admire spectacular views before continuing to Cape St. Vincent, the site of many sea battles centuries ago. End this excursion with a visit to the resort town of Lagos - once the home of Henry the Navigator.

Breakfast

Real Bellavista

ALGARVE REGION – ÉVORA Location Information Description

Évora, Portugal

Journeying north, travel across the Serra do Caldeirão to the ancient Alentejo city of Évora. Join your 'Local Specialist' for a visit to the elaborate cathedral, Roman temple and the Chapel of Bones.

Spend the rest of your day delving into the medieval history of this enchanting city. Trace centuries of history along its city walls, kick back with a bica and bolo in Praça do Giraldo or perhaps purchase an Optional Experience to the village of Monsaraz. This evening you'll dine at your hotel in Évora.

Breakfast, Dinner

M’ar de Ar Muralhas

ÉVORA – CASTELO DE VIDE - VISEU Location Information Description

Viseu, Portugal

Your first stop today is in the quaint hilltop town of Castelo de Vide with its charming white façades, narrow alleys and fascinating Jewish Quarter. Travel north towards the Serra de Estrela mountains and arrive later in Viseu, set high on a plateau near the famous Dão vineyards. Explore the city's rich art and architectural history, seeing the 12th-century Sé, standing imposingly on a hill overlooking much of the city.

Breakfast

Grão Vasco

VISEU – MATEUS – GUIMARAES – PORTO Location Information Description

Mateus Palace, Portugal

Vineyard-clad hills provide an enchanting backdrop for your journey today through the Douro Valley, where Port wine is produced. Explore the magnificent gardens at the Baroque-style Palácio de Mateus, depicted on the label of the distinctive Mateus wine bottles.

Location Information Description

Porto, Portugal

Continue via Guimarães for views of its impressive 10th-century castle, before arriving in the coastal town of Porto, where you will spend the next two nights.

Breakfast

Neya/Carris Ribeira

PORTO - SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Location Information Description

Porto, Portugal

Join a 'Local Specialist' today for a sightseeing tour in Porto, which takes you past Baroque churches and along the winding cobblestone lanes that tumble down towards the Douro River. See the remarkable bridges that span the river and the Gothic Church of St. Francis. Visit the Stock Exchange Palace with its splendid Arabian Hall inspired by Granada's Alhambra.

Then 'Dive Into Culture' and into the centuries-old tradition of local port production at a tasting in a port cellar. Spend the rest of the afternoon strolling through the historic center of Porto and admiring the azulejo-clad façades, or visit Livraria Lello, the city's oldest bookstore with its iconic red staircase.

Breakfast

Neya/Carris Ribeira

PORTO – COIMBRA – TOMAR – FATIMA Location Information Description

Coimbra, Portugal

Soak up the grand atmosphere of one of Europe's greatest and oldest universities and stroll through the ancient streets and squares of Coimbra, before journeying to the Templar city of Tomar to visit the Convent of Christ, originally built as a Templar stronghold in the 12th century.

Location Information Description

Fatima, Portugal

Later, arrive in the pilgrimage center of Fátima, where you'll rub shoulders with millions of Catholic pilgrims who have journeyed to this pilgrimage site, where three young shepherds famously saw the apparition of the Virgin Mary.

Breakfast, Dinner

Fátima

FATIMA – BATALHA – NAZARE – ÓBIDOS – LISBON Location Information Description

Obidos, Portugal

En route to Lisbon, stop at the imposing monastery of Batalha - a UNESCO World Heritage site and the best example of late Gothic architecture in Portugal. Your next stop is the fishing village of Nazaré, before you visit the medieval walled city of Óbidos with its whitewashed houses and cobblestone roads.

Location Information Description

Lisbon, Portugal

Your last night in Portugal together sees you toast to an incredible journey at a Farewell Dinner.

Breakfast, Dinner

Neya/Smy Lisboa

DEPART LISBON Location Information Description

Lisbon, Portugal

Say a fond adeus to your fellow travelers at the end of an unforgettable Portuguese holiday. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.

Breakfast

Departure Date
Price
Fri, Oct 18, 2024 – Wait-list
$3,150.00
Fri, Oct 25, 2024 – Wait-list
$3,025.00
Fri, Nov 22, 2024 – Wait-list
$2,395.00
Fri, Nov 29, 2024 – Wait-list
$2,395.00
Fri, Dec 27, 2024
$2,575.00
Fri, Jan 03, 2025
$1,975.00
Fri, Jan 10, 2025
$1,975.00
Fri, Jan 17, 2025
$1,975.00
Fri, Jan 24, 2025
$1,975.00
Fri, Jan 31, 2025
$2,195.00
Fri, Feb 07, 2025
$1,975.00
Fri, Feb 14, 2025
$2,395.00
Fri, Feb 28, 2025
$2,995.00
Fri, Mar 07, 2025
$2,695.00
Fri, Mar 14, 2025
$2,695.00
Fri, Mar 21, 2025 – Wait-list
$2,995.00
Fri, Mar 28, 2025 – Wait-list
$2,995.00
Fri, Apr 04, 2025
$3,055.00
Mon, Apr 07, 2025
$3,055.00
Fri, Apr 11, 2025
$3,395.00
Fri, Apr 18, 2025
$3,195.00
Mon, Apr 21, 2025
$2,992.00
Fri, Apr 25, 2025
$3,395.00
Wed, Apr 30, 2025
$3,082.00
Fri, May 02, 2025
$3,082.00
Mon, May 05, 2025
$3,425.00
Fri, May 09, 2025
$3,082.00
Wed, May 14, 2025
$3,082.00
Fri, May 16, 2025
$3,425.00
Mon, May 19, 2025
$3,425.00
Fri, May 23, 2025
$3,082.00
Fri, May 30, 2025
$3,127.00
Mon, Jun 02, 2025
$3,127.00
Fri, Jun 06, 2025
$3,127.00
Fri, Jun 13, 2025
$3,127.00
Mon, Jun 16, 2025
$3,127.00
Fri, Jun 20, 2025
$3,127.00
Fri, Jun 27, 2025
$3,127.00
Mon, Jun 30, 2025
$3,127.00
Fri, Jul 04, 2025
$2,992.00
Fri, Jul 11, 2025
$2,902.00
Mon, Jul 14, 2025
$2,902.00
Fri, Jul 18, 2025
$2,902.00
Fri, Jul 25, 2025
$2,902.00
Mon, Jul 28, 2025
$2,902.00
Fri, Aug 01, 2025
$2,925.00
Fri, Aug 08, 2025
$2,925.00
Mon, Aug 11, 2025
$2,925.00
Fri, Aug 15, 2025
$2,925.00
Fri, Aug 22, 2025
$3,015.00
Mon, Aug 25, 2025
$3,015.00
Fri, Aug 29, 2025
$3,127.00
Fri, Sep 05, 2025
$3,475.00
Mon, Sep 08, 2025 – Wait-list
$3,475.00
Fri, Sep 12, 2025 – Wait-list
$3,127.00
Fri, Sep 19, 2025
$3,475.00
Mon, Sep 22, 2025
$3,475.00
Fri, Sep 26, 2025
$3,127.00
Fri, Oct 03, 2025
$3,375.00
Mon, Oct 06, 2025
$3,295.00
Fri, Oct 10, 2025
$3,375.00
Fri, Oct 17, 2025
$3,375.00
Mon, Oct 20, 2025
$3,375.00
Fri, Oct 24, 2025
$3,350.00
Fri, Oct 31, 2025
$3,350.00
Fri, Nov 07, 2025
$3,095.00
Fri, Nov 14, 2025
$3,095.00
Fri, Nov 21, 2025
$3,095.00
Fri, Nov 28, 2025
$3,095.00
Fri, Dec 05, 2025
$3,095.00
Mon, Dec 22, 2025
$3,175.00
Fri, Dec 26, 2025
$3,295.00
Fri, Jan 02, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Jan 16, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Jan 30, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Feb 13, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Feb 27, 2026
$3,095.00
Mon, Mar 02, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Mar 06, 2026
$3,095.00
Mon, Mar 09, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Mar 13, 2026
$3,095.00
Mon, Mar 16, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Mar 20, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Mar 27, 2026
$3,095.00
Fri, Apr 03, 2026
$3,495.00
Mon, Apr 06, 2026
$3,495.00
Fri, Apr 10, 2026
$3,495.00
Wed, Apr 15, 2026
$3,495.00
Fri, Apr 17, 2026
$3,495.00
Mon, Apr 20, 2026
$3,495.00
Wed, Apr 22, 2026
$3,495.00
Fri, Apr 24, 2026
$3,495.00
Wed, Apr 29, 2026
$3,495.00
Fri, May 01, 2026
$3,550.00
Mon, May 04, 2026
$3,550.00
Wed, May 06, 2026
$3,550.00
Fri, May 08, 2026
$3,550.00
Wed, May 13, 2026
$3,550.00
Fri, May 15, 2026
$3,550.00
Mon, May 18, 2026
$3,550.00
Wed, May 20, 2026
$3,550.00
Fri, May 22, 2026
$3,550.00
Wed, May 27, 2026
$3,550.00
Fri, May 29, 2026
$3,550.00
Mon, Jun 01, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Jun 03, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Jun 05, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Jun 10, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Jun 12, 2026
$3,595.00
Mon, Jun 15, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Jun 17, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Jun 19, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Jun 24, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Jun 26, 2026
$3,595.00
Mon, Jun 29, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Jul 01, 2026
$3,650.00
Fri, Jul 03, 2026
$3,650.00
Wed, Jul 08, 2026
$3,650.00
Fri, Jul 10, 2026
$3,650.00
Mon, Jul 13, 2026
$3,650.00
Wed, Jul 15, 2026
$3,650.00
Fri, Jul 17, 2026
$3,650.00
Wed, Jul 22, 2026
$3,650.00
Fri, Jul 24, 2026
$3,650.00
Mon, Jul 27, 2026
$3,650.00
Wed, Jul 29, 2026
$3,650.00
Fri, Jul 31, 2026
$3,675.00
Wed, Aug 05, 2026
$3,675.00
Fri, Aug 07, 2026
$3,675.00
Mon, Aug 10, 2026
$3,675.00
Wed, Aug 12, 2026
$3,675.00
Fri, Aug 14, 2026
$3,675.00
Wed, Aug 19, 2026
$3,675.00
Fri, Aug 21, 2026
$3,675.00
Mon, Aug 24, 2026
$3,675.00
Wed, Aug 26, 2026
$3,675.00
Fri, Aug 28, 2026
$3,675.00
Wed, Sep 02, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Sep 04, 2026
$3,595.00
Mon, Sep 07, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Sep 09, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Sep 11, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Sep 16, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Sep 18, 2026
$3,595.00
Mon, Sep 21, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Sep 23, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Sep 25, 2026
$3,595.00
Wed, Sep 30, 2026
$3,595.00
Fri, Oct 02, 2026
$3,475.00
Mon, Oct 05, 2026
$3,475.00
Wed, Oct 07, 2026
$3,475.00
Fri, Oct 09, 2026
$3,475.00
Wed, Oct 14, 2026
$3,475.00
Fri, Oct 16, 2026
$3,475.00
Mon, Oct 19, 2026
$3,475.00
Fri, Oct 23, 2026
$3,475.00
Fri, Oct 30, 2026
$3,450.00

Important information:

  • All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.

ALL guests must carefully verify the existing identification requirements for their particular travel situation DIRECTLY WITH THEIR LOCAL CONSULATES OR EMBASSIES or with a visa service, as these requirements may change. Guests without proper documentation may be denied entry and will not be entitled to a refund
  • 60 days or more prior to departure the deposit is non-refundable
  • 59-16 days prior to commencement of services: 30% of total price*
  • 15-8 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price*
  • 7-1 days prior to commencement of services: 90% of total price*
  • On departure day and later: 100% of total price*
  • *Total price does not include any Instant Purchase Air or Instant Purchase Air service fees, which are non-refundable after 24 hours from purchase. Intra-vacation air is non-refundable after final payment.
  • Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
  • In many instances, airline revision or change fees can be up to $300, but in some instances may be up to 100% of the ticket price. Cancellation penalties will be quoted at time of cancellation.
  • All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
  • The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
  • Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
  • All prices are in US Dollars.
  • A $200 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted theseall Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
  • Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date. The payment policy may vary for group reservations.
  • Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation and/or for intra-vacation air, as specified in the itinerary (“air-inclusive vacations”). Air-inclusive vacation pricing is guaranteed upon receipt of full land plus air deposit or land deposit plus full airfare price, depending on type of airfare purchased (Flex-Air or Instant Purchase Air).
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