Portugal Itinerary

First Time to Portugal Adventure: Lisbon to Porto and Beyond

Small group tour for 6 active women 

If you’ve been dreaming of your first visit to Portugal, this trip is for you! This 9-day adventure is centered around the vibrant cities of Lisbon and Porto, including the charming beachside town of Cascais and the breathtaking Douro Valley wine region outside Porto. Local experts will j enlightening city orientations and day trips. There will be time for you to explore on your own, too. We’ll immerse ourselves in a blend of history, culture, natural wonders, delicious local cuisine, and fabulous Portuguese wines. You will meet and spend time with people from the local community, including “Women Only Travel Group” members who live in Portugal if available to join us. 

3 Day Extension to Northern Portugal (Minho region) to be quoted based on group interest

Itinerary

Travel Day – Begin the Journey

• Depart US on a flight of your choosing with your preferred  airline, or we can help select the best flight option. Arrive to Lisbon,  ideally between 10-2PM Central European Time. 

Day 1 -   Enjoy The Charming Beachside Town of Cascais on the Portuguese Riviera, surrounded by beautiful beaches and dramatic natural scenery to the north. 

• Arrive to Lisbon. Transfer to hotel in Cascais
• Meet our group for light lunch* nearby
• Check into your room, unpack, relax
• Enjoy the beach, pool, spa , or stroll the town
• Refreshments/Cocktail Hour;  meet with trip host for orientation to Cascais
• Dinner with group at local restaurant*

Day 2 - Day Trip to Historic Sintra and Spectacular Cabo Roca Cliffside Viewpoint with Expert Guide

• Breakfast at hotel*
• Meet driver for day trip; drive to Sintra
• Choice of selected attractions in Sintra - Sintra National Palace, La Regaleira*
• Drive to Cabo da Roca viewpoint
• Light lunch* 
• Hike the  cliffside trail (45 min), moderate hike with spectacular views
• Return to Cascais
• Enjoy the beach, pool, spa , or stroll the town
• Dinner as you wish

Day 3 -Exploring Vibrant Lisbon - Food, Wine, History, and Culture

• Breakfast at hotel* 
• Transfer to Lisbon, check into hotel 
• Intro to city tour with expert guide; highlights for you to explore further later on your own
• Light lunch*
• Walking Alfama Old Town
• Rooftop cocktails with group (optional)
• Dinner with group*

Day 4 - Your Day Exploring Lisbon As You Please  

• Breakfast at hotel*
• Explore Lisbon sights and neighborhoods on your own or with group members 
• Lunch on your own or with group members
• Dinner on your own or with other group members

Day 5 - Van transfer and Introduction to Mesmerizing Porto

• Breakfast at hotel*
• Meet driver for drive to Porto
• Lunch along the way in Nazarre, famous for its beaches and seafood
• Visit the town of Coimbra - a historical gem 
• Arrive to Porto, check into hotel
• Riverside cocktail hour with group (optional)
• Dinner as you wish

Day 6 - Exploring Porto

• Breakfast at hotel*
• Guided food and city tour, with oceanside seafood tasting*
• Port wine tasting and tour at wine lodge (optional)

Day 7- Day Trip to Douro Valley Wine Region with Local Guide

• Breakfast at hotel* 
• Meet driver for day trip
• Scenic drive to Douro Valley
• Boat ride on Douro river, with local Porto Tonic and cheeses*
• Visit to vineyards with wine tastings*
• Lunch at local vineyard or restaurant*
• Dinner as desired

Day 8 - Savoring Porto 

• Breakfast at hotel*
• Walk or trolly to Foz do Douro  Coastal Area (beach time)  or stroll Porto  and Vila Nova 
• Lunch as desired
• More sightseeing or spa time as desired
• Cocktail hour at sunset with a view from the top of Porto
• Dinner with the group*

Day 9 - Departure Day

• Breakfast at hotel*
• Free time based on flight departure 
• Depart to Porto airport

Pricing : Portugal 9 Days $4,550 USD pp shared room,   $5,550  USD pp for single room *.  Price includes transfers, local guides, all breakfasts,  selected attractions, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, 2 wine-tastings . Prices are subject to change based on currency exchange rates at time of payment. Airfare, tips  and trip insurance not included. Trip insurance is strongly suggested. We can  recommend a trip insurance plan, which covers flights, accommodations,  medical emergencies, lost luggage, and other losses or you can choose your own plan .  We can help to identify the best flights for you to book on your own, or book your flights for an additional charge. 

* Price to be billed in euros. Price quoted in USD based on exchange rates as of 5/31/24.