Overview
Itinerary
Welcome to Porto!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Panoramas & Port Wine
PORTO: Follow your Local Guide for a walking tour in the city center. Enjoy a glass of Porto. Later, relax on a river cruise and take in stunning views of the surroundings. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - 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!
Art Nouveau & Academic Honors
AVEIRO: Take a stroll and admire the canals and streets of this colorful town.
COIMBRA: Orientation walk of the University town. (B) 99mi/ 160km.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - PICTURE PERFECT: Aveiro is known as the Portuguese Venice for the canals that traverse it, and the traditional boats (barcos moliceiros) that sail on them. In the center you'll discover the colorful buildings that reflect the delightful Art Nouveau movement in the city where the past and present blend to reveal a remarkable landscape!
Culture & Bairrada Wine
COIMBRA: Enjoy a wine tasting in the Bairrada region. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - CULTURE & TRADITION: Since 1937, this unique place has produced its own sparkling wine, spirits, and Bairrada wines. You'll be dazzled by the beauty of the galleries excavated in the rock, in which the millions of aging bottles rest. The magnificent Baga room is devoted to tastings and banquets, while the museum offers 80 years of history exhibited in the Bairrada room, along with a beautiful wine shop that complement your visit to one of the most emblematic spaces of Bairrada.
Panoramas & Port Wine
LISBON: Guided sightseeing includes a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. (B)
146mi/ 235km.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - HISTORIC SPOT: The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. Along the banks of the River Tagus see the 16th-century Belém Tower, which served as a fortress and an embarkation point for sailors, it was their last sight of land before the start of their journey. Lisbon's impressive sculpture, the Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to great Portuguese explorers with a spectacular carved prow of an ancient ship.
Portuguese Royalties
MAFRA guided visit of Mafra includes the Royal Palace, the convent, and John V Library.
SINTRA: Free time for lunch
CASCAIS: Free time to browse
LISBON: Farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
LOCAL FAVORITE - HISTORY & HERITAGE: Learn about the colony of bats which have made their home behind the bookshelves of the library and that ensure its ancient books remain in pristine conditions. The bats leave their hiding spot at night to hunt insects that would otherwise damage the leather- bound spines and yellowed pages of the library's antique collection.
Seasons in the Sun
LISBON: Fly to Funchal.
SANTA CRUZ: Orientation walk. Free time (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - NATURAL WONDERS: The island of Madeira boasts some of Europe's most impressive landscapes. Soak in the breathtaking natural scenery that merges with crystal-clear waters, centuries-old traditions, and authentic flavors. Experience a unique island where the clock does not set the time, and the calendar does not dictate the season.
Little Lisbon
FUNCHAL: Visit Mercado dos Lavoratores and the “open-air-museum” of the Santa Maria. Take the cable car to Monte and take in views of the city. Taste the local Madeira wine and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - ART & NATURE: Funchal used to be called “Little Lisbon,” and that is no coincidence. There are plenty of historical buildings to discover in the narrow streets, while the traditional white houses are nestled on the steep slopes. You won't believe your eyes at the heart of the Zona Velha (Old Town), a swirl of public creativity, which has seen the entrances to buildings along the Rua de Santa Maria adorned with bright paintings and imaginative scenes. Images include everything from a fisherman sitting by his boat in the moonlight to a dislocated eye peering from behind a cracked “window” of yellow glass.
Fishing Lore & Luminescent Pools
SANTA CRUZ: Day at leisure. (B)
ENHANCED FREE TIME - NATURAL WONDERS: Head West and stop in Camara de Lobos, a small fishing village painted by 1949 Winston Churchill. Continue towards Cabo Girai the world's second highest sea cliff (and Europe's highest) and the Paul de Serra, Madeira's biggest and highest plateau. Visit Porto Moniz, the most north-western valley. Here visit its beautiful natural pools which are the village's main attractions and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Sights of Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ: Fly to Lisbon.
LISBON: Free time. (B)
ENHANCED FREE TIME - TOUR HIGHLIGHT: Time to pack your bags and say goodbye to the magical Island of Madeira with a flight to Lisbon to relax and reminisce over your stunning adventure.
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Welcome to Porto!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Panoramas & Port Wine
PORTO: Follow your Local Guide for a walking tour in the city center. Enjoy a glass of Porto. Later, relax on a river cruise and take in stunning views of the surroundings. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - 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!
Art Nouveau & Academic Honors
AVEIRO: Take a stroll and admire the canals and streets of this colorful town.
COIMBRA: Orientation walk of the University town. (B) 99mi/ 160km.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - PICTURE PERFECT: Aveiro is known as the Portuguese Venice for the canals that traverse it, and the traditional boats (barcos moliceiros) that sail on them. In the center you'll discover the colorful buildings that reflect the delightful Art Nouveau movement in the city where the past and present blend to reveal a remarkable landscape!
Culture & Bairrada Wine
COIMBRA: Enjoy a wine tasting in the Bairrada region. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - CULTURE & TRADITION: Since 1937, this unique place has produced its own sparkling wine, spirits, and Bairrada wines. You'll be dazzled by the beauty of the galleries excavated in the rock, in which the millions of aging bottles rest. The magnificent Baga room is devoted to tastings and banquets, while the museum offers 80 years of history exhibited in the Bairrada room, along with a beautiful wine shop that complement your visit to one of the most emblematic spaces of Bairrada.
Panoramas & Port Wine
LISBON: Guided sightseeing includes a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. (B)
146mi/ 235km.
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - HISTORIC SPOT: The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. Along the banks of the River Tagus see the 16th-century Belém Tower, which served as a fortress and an embarkation point for sailors, it was their last sight of land before the start of their journey. Lisbon's impressive sculpture, the Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to great Portuguese explorers with a spectacular carved prow of an ancient ship.
Portuguese Royalties
MAFRA guided visit of Mafra includes the Royal Palace, the convent, and John V Library.
SINTRA: Free time for lunch
CASCAIS: Free time to browse
LISBON: Farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
LOCAL FAVORITE - HISTORY & HERITAGE: Learn about the colony of bats which have made their home behind the bookshelves of the library and that ensure its ancient books remain in pristine conditions. The bats leave their hiding spot at night to hunt insects that would otherwise damage the leather- bound spines and yellowed pages of the library's antique collection.
Seasons in the Sun
LISBON: Fly to Funchal.
SANTA CRUZ: Orientation walk. Free time (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - NATURAL WONDERS: The island of Madeira boasts some of Europe's most impressive landscapes. Soak in the breathtaking natural scenery that merges with crystal-clear waters, centuries-old traditions, and authentic flavors. Experience a unique island where the clock does not set the time, and the calendar does not dictate the season.
Little Lisbon
FUNCHAL: Visit Mercado dos Lavoratores and the “open-air-museum” of the Santa Maria. Take the cable car to Monte and take in views of the city. Taste the local Madeira wine and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B/D)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT - ART & NATURE: Funchal used to be called “Little Lisbon,” and that is no coincidence. There are plenty of historical buildings to discover in the narrow streets, while the traditional white houses are nestled on the steep slopes. You won't believe your eyes at the heart of the Zona Velha (Old Town), a swirl of public creativity, which has seen the entrances to buildings along the Rua de Santa Maria adorned with bright paintings and imaginative scenes. Images include everything from a fisherman sitting by his boat in the moonlight to a dislocated eye peering from behind a cracked “window” of yellow glass.
Fishing Lore & Luminescent Pools
SANTA CRUZ: Day at leisure. (B)
ENHANCED FREE TIME - NATURAL WONDERS: Head West and stop in Camara de Lobos, a small fishing village painted by 1949 Winston Churchill. Continue towards Cabo Girai the world's second highest sea cliff (and Europe's highest) and the Paul de Serra, Madeira's biggest and highest plateau. Visit Porto Moniz, the most north-western valley. Here visit its beautiful natural pools which are the village's main attractions and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Sights of Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ: Fly to Lisbon.
LISBON: Free time. (B)
ENHANCED FREE TIME - TOUR HIGHLIGHT: Time to pack your bags and say goodbye to the magical Island of Madeira with a flight to Lisbon to relax and reminisce over your stunning adventure.
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- We've packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world's most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; plus a cruise on the Douro River and a return flight from Lisbon to Madeira.
- 10 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
- Porto: Holiday Inn Porto Gaia (First-Class):
A modern 212-room high rise hotel near the historical Porto city centre with a chic atrium bar and culinary concept restaurant serving traditinal Portuguese cuisine. Amenities include a gym, spa and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout. - Coimbra: Vila Gale Coimbra (First-Class):
The 229 rooms of this contemporary Hotel overlooking the Mondego River are warmly decorated with a dance theme. All rooms have air conditioning, Free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV. Massages and beauty treatments are available at the extensive Satsanga SPA area, where guests can also enjoy an indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub. - Lisbon: Mercure Lisboa (First-Class):
A 104-room modern hotel offering Free Wi-Fi Internet access and year-round heated rooftop swimming pool, with panoramic views over the Águas Livres Aqueduct. International cuisine and Regional wines can be enjoyed in the main restaurant and there is a lobby bar serving a wide range of drinks & cocktails. - Santa Cruz: Vila Galé Santa Cruz (First-Class):
The Vila Galé Santa Cruz in Madeira, offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and is just a stone's throw away from a pebble beach. Facilities include two restaurants, two bars, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a heated indoor pool, Turkish bath, gym and massage rooms. All of the 262 sophisticated guest rooms come with a satellite TV, a private balcony and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property.
- 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.
- Services of the Tour Director end on day 7. Island portion includes services of a local expert.
- We've packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world's most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; plus a cruise on the Douro River and a return flight from Lisbon to Madeira.
- 10 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
- Porto: Holiday Inn Porto Gaia (First-Class):
A modern 212-room high rise hotel near the historical Porto city centre with a chic atrium bar and culinary concept restaurant serving traditinal Portuguese cuisine. Amenities include a gym, spa and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout. - Coimbra: Vila Gale Coimbra (First-Class):
The 229 rooms of this contemporary Hotel overlooking the Mondego River are warmly decorated with a dance theme. All rooms have air conditioning, Free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV. Massages and beauty treatments are available at the extensive Satsanga SPA area, where guests can also enjoy an indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub. - Lisbon: Mercure Lisboa (First-Class):
A 104-room modern hotel offering Free Wi-Fi Internet access and year-round heated rooftop swimming pool, with panoramic views over the Águas Livres Aqueduct. International cuisine and Regional wines can be enjoyed in the main restaurant and there is a lobby bar serving a wide range of drinks & cocktails. - Santa Cruz: Vila Galé Santa Cruz (First-Class):
The Vila Galé Santa Cruz in Madeira, offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and is just a stone's throw away from a pebble beach. Facilities include two restaurants, two bars, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a heated indoor pool, Turkish bath, gym and massage rooms. All of the 262 sophisticated guest rooms come with a satellite TV, a private balcony and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property.
- 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.
- Services of the Tour Director end on day 7. Island portion includes services of a local expert.
Don't waste your precious time qeuing up, skip the lines with special VIP access at the must-see sites. Read more
Travel with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who share their vast knowledge of the destination. Read more
Globus has the recipe for a great vacation. Savour the flavours of Europe through its regional cuisine. Read more
Globus picks hotels picked on their centralised location, so you'll stay right in the heart of the destination. Read more
Globus' coaches offer one of the most comfortable, stress-free and eco-friendly ways to travel. Read more
Do as the locals do and enjoy unique experiences that you wouldn't find touring on your own. Read more
Don't waste your precious time qeuing up, skip the lines with special VIP access at the must-see sites. Read more
Travel with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who share their vast knowledge of the destination. Read more
Globus has the recipe for a great vacation. Savour the flavours of Europe through its regional cuisine. Read more
Globus picks hotels picked on their centralised location, so you'll stay right in the heart of the destination. Read more
Globus' coaches offer one of the most comfortable, stress-free and eco-friendly ways to travel. Read more
Do as the locals do and enjoy unique experiences that you wouldn't find touring on your own. Read more
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