Picture Perfect Portugal

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Picture Perfect Portugal
Picture Perfect Portugal
Picture Perfect Portugal
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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Porto
 Trip Finishes
Lisbon
8 Day Picture Perfect Portugal Itinerary (Cosmos)
Countries Explored: Portugal
Trip Style
Classic
Departures
Accommodation
3 - 3.5 Star
Max. Group Size
47
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
6860

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Cosmos 8 Day Picture Perfect Portugal. There is still much to discover about Portugal and its treasures. On this affordable Portugal tour, take in the famous highlights of the main cities, but also indulge in the less known destinations to get a real feel of the traditions, culture, and way of life of this country. Starting in Porto and ending in Lisbon, discover the northern pearls of Viana do Castelo, and Ponte de Lima and from the fortress of Valenca do Minho, walk across the bridge over the River Minho to touch on Spanish soil. See the perfectly preserved read more Roman bridge of Ponte de Lima and get to know Braga on the guided sightseeing tour.

Taste the wines of the Douro Valley and enjoy the green landscapes of the Serra de Estrela. Discover the university city of Coimbra on a guided tour and learn how the rural village of Fatima has become a major Catholic pilgrim destination. Explore the capital city Lisbon with a Local Guide; there are so many things to see, specialties to taste, musicians to listen to, that you may wish to come back to start this affordable Portuguese adventure all over again!

Itinerary

Welcome to Portugal! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Porto using your CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions at the welcome meeting.

On the included sightseeing tour of Porto, a local guide will show you the highlights of this city, built along the banks of the Douro River, close to its estuary. Look out for the painted tiles decorating the city, the colorful houses along the riverbanks, the Porto wine cellars, the cheerful souvenir shops, and much more. Don't miss the opportunity to join the optional excursion to visit a family-owned cork factory and discover Porto's ancient cork and cooperage heritage. (B)

Today's exploration starts with a stop in Viana do Castelo, rich in palaces, churches, monasteries, and monumental fountains. Continue to the border town of Valenca do Minho, featuring a fortress facing the border with Spain marked by the Minho River. You may want to walk across the bridge to touch on Spanish soil and realize that you are on a different time zone! Next is Ponte de Lima, a charming town boasting an ancient Roman bridge, still perfectly maintained. Today's Distance: 137 mi/ 220 km (B)

Two of the main highlights of this picturesque city, set in a green hilly landscape, are the cathedral (Se), and the Bom Jeusu do Monte sanctuary. The Se is the oldest in Portugal and major religious reference point throughout centuries. Thus comes the popular saying "older than the Braga Se", to denote something that is extremely old. The Sanctuary is a magnificent Baroque style complex with a stairway leading to the top with granite fountains on each landing. Free time today to discover independently. (B)


Perching on top of a headland, Vila Real preserves stately houses adorned with coats of arms, Manueline windows and traditional wrought iron balconies. Spend time visiting the old town and indulge in a tasting experience of the famous Douro Valley wines before reaching Guarda, the highest city in Portugal.

Set over 3000 ft. above sea level on the slopes of the Serra da Estrela, Guarda was founded in 1199 by King Dom Sancho I, and it is considered a true stronghold of a rich historical past, presenting several layers of History including a fascinating Jewish legacy. This city played a significant role in the defense line of the Portuguese border in the Middle Age and continues to be a charming city that holds a strong identity. Today's Distance: 174 mi /280 km (B/D)

Join a sightseeing tour of Coimbra with a Local Guide, unveiling the must-sees of one of the most ancient university cities in Europe. Fatima is one of the most visited Marian shrines in the world. It became one since the Virgin Mary repeatedly appeared to three shepherd children in 1917, culminating in her revelation of the Three Secrets of Fátima. Today's Distance: 162 mi/ 260 km (B)


Arrive in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour including the monument dedicated to Henry the Navigator, who made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” Also see the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, and other highlights. Today's Distance: 99 mi/ 160 km (B)

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Guided sightseeing in Portoon the Douro River
  • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon, Portugal's capital
  • Orientation tour in coastal Viana do Castelo
  • Orientation tour in Valença do Minho
  • Visit to Ponte de Lima
  • Guided sightseeing in Braga
  • Wine cellar visit in the Douro valley
  • Orientation tour of Guara
  • Guided sightseeing in Coimbra
  • Orientation tour of Fátima

  • The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.

  • 7 Breakfasts, 1 Dinners

  • Porto: Legendary Porto (First-Class)
  • Braga: B&B Hotel Braga Lamacaes (Superior Tourist-Class)
  • Guarda: Versatile (Superior Tourist-Class)
  • Fatima: Coracao de Fatima (Superior Tourist-Class)
  • Lisbon: Roma (Superior Tourist-Class)

  • Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
  • Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
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