Portugal in Depth
Sept 27-Oct 7,2027
*optional pre-trip in Madrid, Spain
 

Join us on an incredible journey with a small group around the beautiful country of Portugal! This trip WILL sell out as space is limited, so act quickly to secure your spot on this fantastic vacation.

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With its refreshing Atlantic breezes and live-life-to the-fullest Mediterranean ways, the sun-drenched country of Portugal invites you to dip your toe—and entire body—into a sea of relaxation. This rejuvenating tour of Portugal leads you past rolling olive farms, through scenic cork groves, and down winding Moorish alleyways to the country’s signature delights. In its coastal villages and medieval towns, grilled seafood fills the tables, sweet port fills the glasses, and the soulful sounds of fado music fill the air. From the granules of golden sand to the rich nuggets of history, this enlightening tour of Portugal introduces you to the brightest sights of the country as you make a loop from lively Lisbon and back.

PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Lisbon so you can plan your day your way.

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Special Features Included in this Tour:

 

10 breakfasts & 5 dinners
•Visit to Alcobaca and the Church of Santa Maria Monastery
•Visit to Fatima’s Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary
•Visit to the Convent of Christ in Tomar.
•Visit to Coimbra University
•Guided sightseeing in Porto includes a panoramic drive, a visit to the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange, and Port wine tasting at an authentic Port Wine Cellar
•Visit to the gardens of the Quinta da Aveleda winery includes a Portuguese tapas tasting
•Guided walking tour in Evora includes the Gothic cathedral, Sao Francisco Church, the Ossuary Chapel and a visit to a traditional cork factory
•Scenic drive from the Promontory of Sagres and Cape St. Vincent.
•Local specialty dinner at the Forno da Mimi restaurant of Viseu
•Visit a traditional tile workshop in Azeitão
•Orientation walks in Obidos, and Guimaraes
•Visit Nazaré, Castelo de Vide, and Lagos

•Choice of excursions in Lisbon − included in your tour with your choice of a guided orientation drive of the city with photo stops and an included visit to Jerónimos Monastery and cloister, or a guided walking tour in the center, plus tram ride and ginjinha tasting

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Day-by-day

itinerary

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Day 1

ARRIVE IN LISBON, PORTUGAL

• Welcome to Lisbon!

  At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

dinner

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Day 2

LISBON

• Spend Your Day Your Way in Lisbon.

  Explore more of Lisbon with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.

• Going Medieval

  Experience the sights and sounds of Lisbon. Hop on one of Lisbon's trams for a short ride in the center. Walk the narrow streets, alleyways, and cobblestones to soak in the city like a true local. Taste traditional ginjinha (berry liqueur) in this medieval world of stories and historical legends.

  Legends of Lisbon

  Discover the historic grandeur of Lisbon on an orientation drive through the city, complete with photo stops at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Visit the stunning and historically significant Jeronimos Monastery and marvel at its intricately carved cloisters.

• Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to discover more of Lisbon.

breakfast included

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Make the Most of Your Free Time

While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.

• Unforgettable Evening in Lisbon: Fado Music and Dinner

  Treat yourself to an unforgettable evening of classic Fado music and a delectable 3-course dinner with drinks at a local Casa de Fado (Fado restaurant).

  2h 0m

  price range: $$

• Cascais, Cape Roca and Queluz Palace

  Experience stunning natural beauty on this day trip along the Portuguese Riviera featuring jet-set Cascais, world-famous Guincho Beach, Cape Roca, and a visit of the lavish Palace of Queluz!

  5h 50m

  price range: $$

 

Day 3

LISBON–OBIDOS–NAZARÉ–ALCOBAÇA–FÁTIMA–TOMAR

• Sea, Surf & Sanctuaries

  Leave vibrant Lisbon behind and start to get acquainted with some of Portugal’s smaller gems. Stop in the medieval town of Obidos and join an orientation walk through some of its picture-perfect streets. Next, visit the charming coastal town of Nazaré, a magnet for surfers. Take a short drive to Alcobaça for some free time to visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery. Later, en-route to Tomar, stop at Fatima, one of the most important Marian shrines, and visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary.
  130 mi / 210 km

breakfastdinner included

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tour highlight

LEGENDARY LIVES The monastery of Alcobaça is a unique masterpiece of Gothic Cistercian art. See the tombs of King Pedro I and his Castillan lover, Ines de Castro, and hear about the heartbreaking tale of these ill- fated lovers. The king never stopped loving Ines even after she was murdered, and during his life he commissioned matching tombs that sit together so that they can look at each other as they rise from their graves.

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Day 4

TOMAR–COIMBRA–PORTO

• Academic Honors

  Today, three historic towns are on the menu. This morning, visit the stunning town of Tomar and discover the town’s strong links to the Knights Templar when you visit the Convent of Christ. Later, continue to Coimbra and visit the University, one of the oldest in Europe, which gives it the nickname the “City of Knowledge.” Enjoy a scenic drive en-route to Porto.
  130 mi / 210km

breakfast included

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tour highlight

CULTURE & TRADITION The University of Coimbra is distinguished as the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, it is also one of the best known and internationally celebrated. With a history of more than seven centuries, the students at Coimbra University dress in the traditional black capes with ribbons in varying hues as was the tradition when the school was founded in 1290.

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Make the Most of Your Free Time

While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.

• Douro River Cruise and Dinner

  Get a unique view of Porto on this evening excursion featuring a sightseeing cruise along the Douro River, followed by an authentic Portuguese dinner with drinks at a local restaurant.

  3h 30m

  price range: $$

 

Day 5

PORTO

• Panoramas & Port Wine

  Uncover the beauty of the waterfront city of Porto when you follow your Local Guide on a sightseeing tour that features a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River, plus a walk in the center to see the Church of São Francisco, and visit the Stock Exchange with its Arabian Hall. Enjoy a  Port wine tasting at a local Port Wine Cellar. This afternoon, explore the city at leisure.

breakfast included

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local favorite

LOCAL TASTES The grapes from the vineyards in the Douro Valley surrounding Porto provide the main ingredient for one of the world’s most recognized fortified wines. Visit a local wine cellar and taste centuries of tradition in a glass of Port wine in the city that bears its name. Saúde!

 

Day 6

PORTO–GUIMARAES–PENAFIEL–VISEU

• Port & Petiscos

  The treats keep coming today! Start with a visit of Guimaraes, discover why it is called the “Birthplace of Portugal” and enjoy an orientation walk through the medieval center. Continue to Penafiel,  visit the gardens of the Quinta da Aveleda winery, and enjoy a Portuguese petiscos tasting. Later, enjoy a scenic drive through the port wine vineyards en-route to Viseu. This evening, delve into some local specialties and wine with dinner at the Forno da Mimi restaurant.
  168 mi/ 270 km

breakfastdinner included

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local favorite

HISTORY & HERITAGE The history of the Quinta da Aveleda estate spans the centuries and generations who have preserved the Portuguese traditions of wine making and proud legacy of the Guedes family. The architectural heritage of this cherished estate is only matched by its wines, produced, and nurtured as the largest Vinho Verde exporter and family-owned winery.

 

Day 7

VISEU–CASTELO DE VIDE–EVORA

• Bottles & Corks

  This morning, visit the charming town of Castelo de Vide, dominated by a well-preserved medieval castle, enjoy some free time to stroll in the historic Jewish Quarter and through the characteristic narrow streets. Reach Evora in the heart of Alentejo and  visit a traditional cork factory.
  224 mi / 360 km

breakfastdinner included

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local favorite

LOCAL CRAFTS Known as the “cork capital of the world”, Portugal is the world’s leading producer and exporter of cork, with the Cork Oak tree being native to the region of Alentejo. For hundreds of years, one of the most well-known uses of cork is as a wine bottle seal, however it’s much more versatile and many articles such as bags, keyrings, jewelry, and shoes made of cork can be found in local shops. Lady Gaga wore a dress made of cork and NASA has been using it as insulation for many years. Learn all about this traditional artisanship when you visit a Cork Factory in Evora.

 

Day 8

EVORA–ALGARVE

• Gothic Grandeur

  Discover what makes Evora special this morning when you follow your Local Guide on a guided walking tour through the narrow alleys to see the Roman Temple and visit the Cathedral, São Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. Later, depart for the Algarve, free time late afternoon and evening.
  162 mi / 260 km

breakfast included

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tour highlight

CULTURE & TRADITION Walk back in time to the Roman era of Evora – a city with roots firmly planted in the 16th century in the home of Portuguese kings. See the white houses, architectural tiles, and embellished balconies with a stroll through the Gothic sites of the cathedral, church, and chapel.

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Make the Most of Your Free Time

While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.

• Portuguese Dinner in the Algarve

  Bask in the beauty of the Algarve, Portugal's enchanting southern coast, on this wonderful dinner featuring traditional southern Portuguese cuisine and drinks at a popular restaurant.

  3h 30m

  price range: $$

 

Day 9

ALGARVE. COASTAL EXCURSION

• Cliffs & Coastlines

  Today experience Portugal’s most famous coastline with an excursion along the breathtaking Algarve coast. Visit the Promontory of Sagres and Cape St. Vincent, believed by the Roman’s to be the end of the world! Later stop at the colorful resort town of Lagos to enjoy some leisure time to browse.
  81 mi / 130 km

breakfast included

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tour highlight

PICTURE PERFECT Take in the breathtaking views of the sweeping southern coastline of Portugal in Algarve. Stand on the Promontory of Sagres and Cape St. Vincent to gaze at the glorious beaches, postcard-perfect fishing ports, and towering cliffs along the sea.

 

Day 10

ALGARVE–AZEITÃO–LISBON

• Peninsula Miles & Painted Tiles

  Bid farewell to the Algarve and take a scenic drive along the Serra da Arrábida with views of the Tróia Peninsula. En-route to Lisbon, stop at Azeitão to visit a traditional tile workshop. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel.
  196 mi / 315 km

breakfastdinner Included

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tour highlight

ART & ARTISTRY Enter a world of authentically handmade Portuguese tiles at the São Simão Arte workshop and gallery in Azeitão. It is here that distinguished antique collector Antonio Soares Franco creates his ceramic masterpieces by hand in the style of his ancestors.

 

Day 11

LISBON

• Safe travels until we meet again!

  Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

breakfast included

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Pricing Information

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$4,069/pp, double occupancy, Queen bed

Solo traveler? stay tuned for pricing info.

 

** Book before June 30 to receive a $250 discount per person! Discount price = $3819/pp!

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Optional cancel for any reason travel insurance - $399/pp

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Cancellation fees - with NO insurance:

30 days prior to departure - 50% penalty

29-1 day prior to departure - 80% penalty

Day of departure - 100% penalty

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I'm in! Now what? - 

$250/pp deposit will get you booked on this fantastic trip.

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​Pay as you go, up until Final Payment Due Date: June 29, 2027!!

 

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Flights - Book on your own, or ask for a discounted air quote for our group. 

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Pre & Post trip options - Info coming soon.

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How do I book? - Email Claudia with the following information for each traveler:

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Full Passport Name (not the #):

DOB:

Billing Address:

Cell:

Email:

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You will receive a credit card authorization form to fill out for your deposit. 

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Any questions? Just ask Claudia!

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