Wonders of Portugal
Wonders of Portugal
$657
Wonders of Portugal
3 Days Starting and ending in 38.722252,-9.139337
Visiting: Portugal
Tour operator:
Tour code:
506
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 5
Age range:
11-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
A 3-day Portugal package from Lisbon that includes Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais, Fátima, Obidos, Évora, and Monsaraz promises an unforgettable journey through historic sites, natural beauty, and spiritual destinations. Head to Sintra, a fairytale town known for its palaces and gardens. Continue to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, and take in the breathtaking coastal scenery. Head to Fátima, one of the world's most important pilgrimage sites. Continue your journey to Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved historic center
Highlights
Itinerary
This morning you will be picked up at a centrally located hotel in Lisbon. We set off for the majestic and romantic Palace of Pena, an astonishing fairy-tale castle located on one of the highest peaks of the Sintra hills. At the end of the morning, there is free time to wander the streets of Sintra (a UNESCO-classified Cultural Landscape).
We leave for Colares, a demarcated region recognized for its quality table wines, continuing onwards until Cabo da Roca, the most westerly point in continental Europe, passing the beach of Guincho until Hell’s Mouth and always enjoying the sea-framed landscapes until Cascais and a brief visit to this coastal town. We return to Lisbon along the Estoril Coast with panoramic views of the Casino and its gardens. Meals: L
Accommodation at the Olissippo Marquês de Sá, Lisbon, or similar
DAY 2: OBIDOS > ALCOBACA > NAZARE > BATALHA > FATIMA
Leaving Lisbon, we first head north with our first stop in Óbidos, a small town surrounded by medieval walls, with its traditional whitewashed houses and wrought-iron balconies, its handicrafts and the famous Pousada do Castelo. Then we head on to Alcobaca to visit the Monastery Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site), both the longest and the first church built entirely in the Gothic style in Portugal, Our lunch is served in Nazaré, the most typical and colorful Portuguese fishing villages. Whenever possible, we continue onto Sítio with its beautiful views over the beach and the ocean beyond.
In the afternoon, we visit the wonderful Batalha Monastery Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a masterpiece in the Gothic style, with particularly beautiful stained-glass windows. Then, we arrive at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, a center of the Christian faith and world pilgrimage site. To visit: the Basilica, housing the tombs of Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta, and the Chapel of Apparitions at the heart of the shrine. When possible, there is time to attend mass. We return to Lisbon through a rich agricultural region. Meals: B, L
Accommodation at the Olissippo Marquês de Sá, Lisbon, or similar
DAY 3: EVORA > MONSARAZ > LISBON
After breakfast, depart to the town of Évora, a mosaic of culture, history, and traditions. Leaving Lisbon, we cross the bridge over the river Tagus and head through a beautiful and bucolic landscape of olive trees, cork oak trees, and vineyards before arriving at Évora – UNESCO World Heritage Site. On the narrow streets of this whitewashed town, we walk back through time visiting some of Évora’s most important monuments: the Roman Temple, the Romanesque-Gothic Cathedral, Saint Francis Church with its “Chapel of Bones” and the University.
At the market, we see and feel the richness of the products applied in preparing one of the most elaborate and best-appreciated gastronomies of Portugal. Throughout the visit, we also get to admire the diversity and authenticity of local handicrafts with cork, ceramic, and copper objects. Time for lunch. In the afternoon, we depart for Azeitão where we visit one of the oldest and most important wine cellars in Portugal and end the visit with a tasting of the traditional Moscatel de Setúbal before arriving in Lisbon in the late afternoon. End of services. Meals: B, L
What's Included
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• Daily Breakfast and Lunch
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• Accommodation in 4-star hotels
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• Visits with an expert multilingual tour guide throughout the tour as per itinerary
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• Transportation by air-conditioned bus or minivan
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• Entry into following monuments: Palace of Pena (Sintra), Monastery of Batalha Cloisters (Batalha), Évora Cathedral, Church of S. Francisco and the Chapel of Bones (Évora)
What's Not Included
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• International or domestic airfare
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• Gratuities to guides and drivers
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• Travel insurance
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• Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Local city tax for overnight stays
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• Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
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• Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included
Check out our Q&As
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please enquire for details, we'll be happy to assist wherever we can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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Low Deposit
Omega Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 CAD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.