Stunning coastline and medieval towns
Portugal Tours
Did you know that Portugal is the oldest state in Europe and has had the same borders since the XI century? The world’s oldest book store can also be found in Lisbon. Let’s discover this stunning country!
Please note that this itinerary includes arrival in Lisbon and departure from Porto, so be sure to book your flights accordingly.
Highlights of Portugal Tours
- Historic neighborhoods of Lisbon with their famous terracotta roofs
- Delicious Portuguese cuisine featuring fresh seafood
- Legendary port wine in UNESCO-listed Douro Valley
- Fascinating and medieval monasteries, castles, and towns
- Magnificent architecture with fascinating blue “Azulejo tiles”
- Cliffs, beaches, and views of a stunning coastline
Dates & Cost
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Portugal Itinerary
Please note that this itinerary includes arrival in Lisbon and departure from Porto, so be sure to book your flights accordingly.
“By day, Lisbon has a naïve theatrical quality that enchants and captivates, but by night, it is a fairy-tale city, descending over lighted terraces to the sea.”
Morning Arrivals and check-in. Begin your exploration of Lisbon with a visit to the Lisbon Cathedral, one of the city’s most iconic and historic religious sites. Stroll through Praça do Comércio, a grand square with breathtaking views of the Tagus River. Stop at the Rua Augusta Arch for stunning panoramic views of the city. Enjoy a tasting of the famous Bolinho de Bacalhau at Casa Portuguesa do Pastel de Bacalhau
Afternoon
Enjoy the view at the top of the Santa Justa Elevator. 2 PM Lunch on own at Time Out Market, trying the best Portuguese specialties of seafood, pasta, desserts, and more. At Bairro Alto, walk around the streets and experience the exciting Lisbon life. Visit Marquis of Pombal Square and Eduardo VII Park.
Evening Group welcome dinner with traditional Portuguese cuisine.
Meals included: Dinner
Morning Discover Portugal’s seafaring legacy at the Padrão dos Descobrimentos, an imposing monument celebrating Portuguese exploration. Visit the Belem Tower, a 16th-century fortification that once guarded the entrance to Lisbon’s harbor.
Afternoon Step into history at the Monastery of the Hieronymites (UNESCO World Heritage Site), an architectural masterpiece reflecting Portugal’s golden age of exploration. Indulge in the country’s beloved pastry, Pastéis de Belém, before exploring São Jorge Castle, a historic fortress with commanding city views. Hop on the famous Tram 28, a classic Lisbon experience that winds through picturesque neighborhoods. Stroll along the narrow streets of Alfama, the oldest district in the city, rich with charm.
Evening Free evening to explore at leisure or enjoy local dining. Dinner on own
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Morning Wander through the enchanting Old Town of Sintra, where narrow streets lead to delightful shops and cafés. Sample Queijadas and Travesseiros, two beloved local pastries.
Afternoon
Visit the colorful Pena National Palace and Park and explore the palace “Quinta da Regaleira”. Visit the romantic Monserrate palace, and go to the monastery Convento dos Capuchos
Evening Dinner
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Morning Travel to Óbidos, a charming medieval town. Walk along its historic streets, admiring the traditional white houses adorned with colorful flowers. Visit the Óbidos castle, a stunning example of medieval architecture, and enjoy a glass of Ginjinha, the famous cherry liquor.
Afternoon Explore Santa Maria Square and visit the medieval church of Santa Maria. Free time to shop or explore the town at your own pace.
Evening Drive to Coimbra, settling into accommodations. Dinner on own
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Morning Begin the day at Coimbra University (UNESCO World Heritage Site), one of the world’s oldest universities. Visit its remarkable Joanina Library with stunning Baroque interiors. Explore Paço das Escolas, the university’s historic square, and the renowned Botanic Garden.
Afternoon Walk along Largo da Portagem Square and stroll beside Mondego River, soaking in Coimbra’s elegant atmosphere. Enjoy free time for shopping at Forum Coimbra, a large shopping center with local and international brands.
Evening Explore the Romanesque architecture of Sé Velha(Old Cathedral) and attend a Fado Concert , immersing yourself in Portugal’s soulful music tradition.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Morning Stop by Águeda, famous for the Umbrella Sky Project, a dazzling street decoration that has gained worldwide recognition. Drive to Aveiros, often called the “Venice of Portugal.”
Afternoon Lunch on own. Stroll around Aveiro’s center and visit the historic train station with its iconic tilework. Take a scenic ride in a Moliceiro boat through Aveiro’s canals, originally designed for harvesting seaweed in the lagoon. Visit Sé Aveiro Cathedral and Costa Nova beach, renowned for its colorful striped houses. Free time to explore or relax by the sea.
Evening Free time. Dinner on own
Meals included: breakfast
Morning Journey through the Douro Valley, stopping at São João da Pesqueira for spectacular views of the surrounding vineyards and landscape.
Afternoon Lunch on own. Enjoy a wine tour and tasting at Quinta da Gricha, an esteemed vineyard producing world-class wines. Travel to Pinhão, a charming village in the heart of the Douro wine region. Take the famous Douro train ride to Porto, soaking in breathtaking scenery along the way.
Evening Free evening to explore Porto’s nightlife or relax. Goodbye dinner.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Morning Free time and departures.
Meals included: breakfast
Tour Operator
Sylvia +1 617-301-1237
Emergency Telephone Numbers
Country Code for Portugal +351
Police 112
American Embassy: (+351) 21 727 3300 Address: Av. das Forças Armadas 133C, 1600-081 Lisboa, Portugal
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Inclusions
What’s included?
- Flights between countries
- All activities listed on the itinerary
- Accommodation
- All breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
- Guides
- Tickets to all scheduled sites
- Ground transportation
- 24h bilingual tour director support
- Pre-departure Q&A
What’s not included
- Airfare
- Some meals
- Optional airport pick up and drop off - 65 USD (both ways) per person
- Alcohol
- Additional health & evacuation insurance
Essential Travel Information
for Portugal tours
visa requirements, health, currency, and more
▹ Visa requirements for Portugal tours
There are no special visa requirements for US citizens entering Portugal for less than 90 days. Please make sure your passport is valid for at least another 6 months and has empty pages.
▹ Health, Vaccinations
✔︎ All travelers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. When selecting your trip please make sure you have read through the itinerary carefully and assess your ability to manage and enjoy our style of travel. Please note that if in the opinion of our group leader or local guide any traveler is unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to themselves and/or the rest of the group, we reserve the right to exclude them from all or part of a trip without refund. You should be able to walk at least 2-3 miles a day and be able to climb at least two sets of stairs.
✔︎ You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information or any necessary vaccinations before departure.
✔︎ There are no major risks associated with traveling to Portugal.
✔︎ At least 30 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
✔︎ If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour and any possible delays (we recommend adding 1-2 weeks of supply).
✔︎ If you tend to get motion sickness please travel with appropriate medication. If you have a sensitive stomach consider bringing Imodium as well.
Health Insurance: international health insurance, evacuation, or cancelation insurance are not included. We recommend purchasing those before the trip. See the insurance box on the sidebar of this page.
▹ Electricity
Portugal operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and uses Types C, E or F plugs with two small, round pins.
▹ Connectivity, Internet
✔︎ The Internet is available in all hotels although speed may vary.
✔︎ Please consult your phone plan provider for phone call and text messages, international charges, and plans.
▹ Time zones
✔︎ Portugal is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET).
✔︎ 12pm in New York is 5pm the same day in Portugal.
▹ Currency, cash, credit cards
✔︎ The currency in Portugal is the euro.
✔︎ Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas.
✔︎ ATMs are available in all major towns and cities and credit cards are generally available in tourist shops and restaurants. Visa and MasterCard are better than American Express, Diners. Smaller venues accept cash only.
▹ Transportation and arrival information
✔︎ If you add airport pick up our driver will meet you at the airport with a sign that says: Colibri Travel & Tours. If you do not see your driver immediately stay right by exit from the secure area for another 15 min. If you still can’t find each other please give us a call. The driver’s name and phone number will be provided within 24 hours before your departure.
✔︎ If you choose to arrange for your own transportation, we will meet you at the hotel or casa. In this case, please make sure that you have the address and phone number.
▹ Baggage allowance
✔︎ Our travelers are limited to one checked bag and one carry-on bag per person due to storage limitations on motorcoaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights. Additional baggage can be a subject of extra fees. Contact your airline for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flights.
✔︎ We recommend that you make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, documents, and a set of clothes, pajamas and cosmetics (travel size) in your carry-on bag in case of baggage delays.
▹ Tipping
✔︎ It’s customary to offer your guide and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep currency exchange rates in mind.
✔︎ We recommend tipping the equivalent of $10 per day per person and giving the tips to tour leaders to distribute between drivers, guides, etc.
✔︎ Tips can only be paid in cash.
▹ Itinerary
Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It is important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. The order and timing of included activities in each location may also vary seasonally to ensure our travelers have the best experience. Your tour leader will keep you up to date with any such changes once on tour.
We LOVE to talk about travel. If you have any questions please give us a call: 617 301 1237 or email us: info@colibritraveltours.com.
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Small group:
8 - 20 ppl
Physical rating:
Easy
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Reviews
This is the best tour company we ever used, and we are forever converted to Colibri. First, we LOVED the small group. It was 16 of us and this is so much better than the big group tours. Try it and you will be shocked what a colossal difference it makes. Second, everything was so thoughtful and well organized. Hotels were beautiful and centrally located with delicious breakfasts. Local tour guides were outstanding. The dinner with fado music was a nice surprise, the port wine tour in the valley was incredible. The other thing I am really grateful for is that it was an amazing value for the money as almost everything was included (except for a couple of meals). My wife and I took many group tours in the past with big companies and you can clearly tell the difference. We were usually packed in big buses, there were so many extra charges for a la carte additional tours. That is NOT the case with Colibri Travel & Tours. We got way more than we expected.
Scenery was incredible. Food, wine, and all the sights also to die for. This company really pours lots of love in organizing this Portugal tours and adds lots of little touches. For example, we arrived in Belem and stopped to taste local pastry in the bakery where they were invented. The hotels they chose reflected local flavors. In one location we stay in a monastery that was converted to a beautiful, boutique hotel. This is the first tour I’ve been on where we went to a restaurant and we could either try so many different dishes family style or choose our own entree. Way better than everyone having to eat the same thing like on other tours. Our tour director was kind, friendly and funny. Best tour ever, don’t hesitate to sign up!
In a nutshell, I would return to Portugal anytime as there is just too much to see and do. The country is definitely underrated. As beautiful as Spain, but less expensive. The tour itself was phenomenal! Thanks to our tour director and other travelers, after day one we felt like old friends traveling together. I will stay in touch with many of the people I met on this trip. My favorite part was the little town of Obidos and of course the wine tour in Douro Valley. I love this company’s philosophy to travel with minimal environmental impact, not waste food, and buy locally made souvenirs and products. I already signed up for Cuba tour with Colibri Travel & Tours.
Great Portugal tours! We enjoyed Portugal, food, and our tour guides!
From the moment we arrived we were well taken care of. Our group was small and our tour leader excellent. We tried everything from Portuguese pastry, to port flavored ice cream with everything else in between. A highlight was the winery visit in the Porto region, but then another highlight was the night in a monastery. We only wish we could spend more time in each destination.I highly recommend Portugal tours with Colibri Travel & Tours!
