Destination:
Portugal,
Duration:
9 days
Style:
Small group,
Travel Period:
October 2026 - October 2027
Since the golden age of sail, seafaring Portugal has shipped its sweet Port wine around the world and charmed visitors with its stately palaces, medieval castles, tranquil monasteries and quaint fishing villages. Explore this history-laden jewel in style, from bustling Lisbon to the wine-rich Douro Valley and charismatic Porto, delving into the cultural and culinary heritage of each.
Join a viscountess in the old kitchens of her family estate for a wood-fired cooking class and savor the results for lunch
Feel the deep emotions conveyed by an authentic fado performance in Lisbon during an intimate private dinner
Dine at a fantastic seafood restaurant in Nazaré, one of Portugal’s most picturesque traditional fishing villages, before exploring the coastal town from a funicular
Ply the scenic Douro River on a private cruise, admiring the dramatic landscape of steep hills and vineyards
Savor a winery visit, picnic lunch, tour and tasting amid the postcard-worthy Douro landscape
Journey details
- Minimum age is 10 years old
- Welcome briefing at 6:30 p.m. on Day 1
- Departures are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 guests
- Farewell Dinner at 7:00 p.m. on Day 8
What's Included
- Guides: English-speaking Resident Tour Director® and local guides
- Transfers: Airport meet-and-greet with private transfers
- Travelling Bell Boy: Travelling Bell Boy® service to transfer your bags between hotels
- Travelling Valet: Mid-journey Traveller’s Valet® laundry service
- Internet: Internet access
- Gratuities: Entrance fees, taxes and all gratuities (except Resident Tour Director)
- A&K Support: Round-the-clock, on-call support from A&K’s experts
- EC Crystal Food: Daily breakfast, along with many meals
Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Lisbon, Portugal
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Day 2 - Lisbon – Sights, Sounds and Flavors
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Day 3 - Lisbon – Exploring the Vivid Pena Palace
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Day 4 - Nazare – Wave Watcher’s Paradise
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Day 5 - Coimbra – Inspiring University and Library
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Day 6 - Douro Valley – Views From the River
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Day 7 - Douro Valley – A Visit With a Viscountess
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Day 8 - Porto – Design Your Day
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Day 9 - Depart Porto
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Dates & Pricing
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Why book with RACT Travel?
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