Fantastic Multi-Day Travelling: Amazing Portugal Spain Tour

A day entirely dedicated to the city of Lisbon, a city that wept at the departure of its sons in search of the New World, creating the melancholic music known as Fado. We begin the day by visiting the new Lisbon, Parque das Nações, a success story in modern urban rehabilitation. This area was highly degraded until 1998, but the birth of Expo 98 turned it into one of the most pleasant places to live in Lisbon, featuring modern and functional architecture. If traveling with children, the Oceanarium is an excellent option. We then visit the real city and its historic neighborhoods such as Alfama, Bairro Alto, and Chiado, exploring them according to your tastes and curiosity. Not forgetting Belém, where we will take a journey back in time to the 16th century to understand the entire process of Portuguese maritime expansion. The icing on the cake will be a delicious Pastel de Belém to conclude the day.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Lisbon.

We will spend the day in Sintra, a town that has enchanted visitors for centuries, from anonymous travelers to historical figures like Lord Byron. On the way, we will visit Queluz Palace, where King Dom Pedro I of Brazil lived and died. In Sintra, taste the famous Travesseiros and Queijadas at Piriquita and choose up to two places to explore, such as Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, or the Moorish Castle. Lunch can be enjoyed in this region or later in Cascais, depending on the time spent in Sintra. Afterwards, we head to Cabo da Roca to admire the westernmost point of continental Europe, and to Guincho with its beautiful sand dunes. We will finish the day with free time in Cascais and a brief drive past Estoril and its famous Casino.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Lisbon.

On our journey through Portugal and Spain, we leave Lisbon and head towards Fátima, stopping at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima. Here, you can attend mass and visit the Chapel of the Apparitions, a site of deep spiritual significance. The sanctuary also houses the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, containing the tombs of the three shepherd children and Sister Lúcia, alongside the imposing Basilica of the Holy Trinity. Next, we travel to Aveiro, known as the "Portuguese Venice". Enjoy local restaurants famous for codfish, and explore the Art Nouveau buildings as well as the Aveiro Market designed by Gustave Eiffel. Try the famous "ovos moles" pastry and enjoy a traditional moliceiro boat ride before visiting the salt pans, which preserve the local salt production heritage.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Porto.

This will be a more relaxed day dedicated entirely to the city of Porto. We will explore the Clérigos Tower, the beautiful historic tiles of São Bento Station, the charming Ribeira district facing Gaia on the opposite bank, and the statue of Dom Pedro. We will also visit the Lello Bookstore, which inspired J.K. Rowling during her stay in the city where the concept of Harry Potter was born. Lunch will be your choice, featuring typical dishes like tripas or the iconic Francesinha sandwich. In the late afternoon, we will visit a Port Wine cellar for a premium tasting, ending the day with a spectacular view of Porto from the Serra do Pilar Monastery.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Porto.

Today we hit the road again, leaving Porto toward the Camino de Santiago. We will make a brief stop in Vigo, where you can explore and have lunch if you wish. Pescadaria Street is an excellent suggestion, famous for its oyster sellers who open fresh oysters straight from the Vigo estuary, traditionally served with lemon and paired with an Alvarinho wine. We then continue to Santiago de Compostela, with its serene atmosphere rich in history and culture. We will stroll through its medieval streets filled with music, art, university students, and countless pilgrims sharing their journeys. A visit to the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is a must, as tradition holds that it houses the tomb of the Apostle Saint James the Great, patron saint of Spain and a major Christian pilgrimage destination since the Middle Ages.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Santiago de Compostela (Spain).

Departing from Santiago de Compostela, we head to Guimarães, the "birthplace of Portugal". Here, we explore its historic center, highlighting Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, which mark the beginning of the Portuguese monarchy. We continue toward Coimbra, with a stop in Mealhada, famous for its delicious roast suckling pig. In Coimbra, we visit the oldest University in Portugal, including the breathtaking Joanina Library, São Miguel Chapel, and the Great Hall of Acts (Sala dos Capelos). A day rich in history and culture, revealing the charms of two iconic Portuguese cities.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Coimbra.

On the seventh day of our tour, our first destination will be Tomar, the city that welcomed the Knights Templar and, later, the Order of Christ after the Templars were abolished by the Church and King Philip IV of France. A visit to the Convent of Christ is essential to understand the role of the Templars in the formation of Portugal and the Order of Christ in maritime expansion. Afterwards, we will visit the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, the historic Templar headquarters in the country and a Gothic monument housing the tomb of Grand Master Gualdim Pais. We then head to Arraiolos, renowned for its traditional tapestry weaving heritage, with an optional lunch in the village before arriving in Évora.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Évora.

On this day, we will explore the charms of Évora and its surroundings. We begin with a visit to a cork factory a few kilometers outside the city, where we will learn about the entire process, from the cork oak tree to harvesting and material production. Afterwards, we explore the main highlights of the medieval city, including the Roman Temple of Diana, the Cathedral, St. Francis Church, and the intriguing Chapel of Bones. Its walls are lined with human bones, featuring the famous inscription at the entrance: "We bones that are here, for yours we wait." Fascinating, isn't it? Optional: We can make a stop at a local boutique winery, as this region is one of the premier wine producers in Portugal.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Évora.

Today we travel to Seville, the capital of Andalusia. We begin with a visit to Maria Luisa Park and its stunning Spain Pavilion (Plaza de España). We move on to the famous Royal Tobacco Factory, the setting of Georges Bizet's opera "Carmen", which currently houses the city university. We will also visit the Torre del Oro, the Guadalquivir River, the Maestranza Bullring, and the charming Santa Cruz neighborhood—all indispensable highlights of the city. Seville flourished with the discovery of the Americas, experiencing its Golden Age with the riches arriving from the New Continent, resulting in monuments like the Cathedral and the House of Pilate. During the Counter-Reformation, the city became a major religious center, a heritage strongly displayed during Holy Week. In modern times, Seville hosted two grand international expositions in 1929 and 1992, reinforcing its cultural importance. In the evening, we suggest a premium Flamenco show to complete your immersion into Andalusian culture.

📌 Accommodation for tonight: The client must book their hotel in the city of Seville (Spain).

On the final day of our tour, we return to Lisbon, making a wonderful stop to visit Faro. This important city features one of the most relevant historical and cultural heritages in the entire Algarve, with traces of human occupation dating back to the Paleolithic and massive development during the Roman era. Shops, terraces, bars, and restaurants stand alongside highly interesting monuments, museums, and beautiful historic buildings dating primarily from the 18th and 19th centuries. The city was sacked and burned by the English in the 16th century and heavily damaged by the great earthquake of 1755. Arrival in Lisbon.

📌 End of our services: Drop-off at Lisbon Airport or your hotel in Lisbon.