Portugal In Style
12 Days
This journey through Portugal combines vibrant cities, UNESCO World Heritage sites, scenic wine regions and charming historic villages. Begin in Porto, a city of cobbled streets, Baroque churches and world-famous Port wine, before exploring the lush landscapes and vineyards of the Douro Valley. Experience traditional wine tasting, cruise the Douro River on a historic Rabelo boat, and savour the region’s rich gastronomy.
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Travel Date: Departs daily Jan - Oct
This journey through Portugal combines vibrant cities, UNESCO World Heritage sites, scenic wine regions and charming historic villages. Begin in Porto, a city of cobbled streets, Baroque churches and world-famous Port wine, before exploring the lush landscapes and vineyards of the Douro Valley. Experience traditional wine tasting, cruise the Douro River on a historic Rabelo boat, and savour the region’s rich gastronomy.
Travel onward to the enchanting Sintra, with its opulent palaces and fairy-tale streets, before arriving in Lisbon, where historic landmarks and local culinary delights await. A fish cooking class, sunset river cruise and market visits provide a hands-on taste of Lisbon life.
The journey concludes in Portugal’s picturesque Alentejo region, with time in Monsaraz to relax, explore vineyards, and enjoy the region’s slow-paced charm. This itinerary blends culture, history, gastronomy and leisure, offering a comprehensive exploration of northern and southern Portugal.
Type of Journey
Tailor-made journey: This itinerary can be tailor-made, with the number of days, places visited, and activities varied to suit you.
| 4.5 - 5 Star | Twin from (per person) | Single from (per person) |
| 01 Jan – 28 Feb | $11,695 | $21,430 |
| 01 Mar – 30 Apr | $11,920 | $21,735 |
| 01 May – 31 Oct | $12,680 | $24,260 |
What's Included
What's Not Included
Day One - Porto
On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to relax and explore the vibrant streets of Porto.
Day Two - Porto
This morning join your guide for a panoramic view of Porto, declared a UNESCO Heritage site. Explore charming cobbled streets and beautiful Baroque churches, including the architecturally impressive church of Sao Francisco. Visit the Stock Exchange Palace and its incredible granite work and magnificent neo-Arabic influences. Make a stop for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before boarding a river boat where you will visit local wineries and enjoy wine tasting.
Day Three - Porto > Douro Valley
After breakfast, head north into the Douro Valley. This region has been producing wine for more than 2000 years, among which is the world famous Porto wine. Stop for a traditional lunch and wine tasting. Check into your hotel, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.
Day Four - Douro Valley
Spend a full day exploring the hills and vineyards of the Douro Valley and tasting wines at some of the region’s best producers. Join a shared Rabelo boat, a traditional Portuguese wooden cargo boat, and cruise the Douro River, enjoying lunch at a local restaurant.
Day Five - Douro Valley > Sintra
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the royal village of Sintra. Check in to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Day Six - Sintra
This morning join your guide for a tour of Sintra. As you stroll Sintra’s opulent buildings and charming streets you will feel an air of enchantment. You will have the opportunity to get to know the Pena Palace, its vibrant colours, intricate detailing, and panoramic views create a truly magical experience.
Day Seven - Sintra > Lisbon
Drive to Lisbon and check in to your hotel before joining a walking tour where you will explore the charming Belem Tower – officially the Tower of Saint Vincent, built in 1520 to defend the Tagus River bank and as a point of embarkation and disembarkation for Portuguese explorers. Wander the streets of central Lisbon, tasting local delicacies along the way.
NB: Belem Tower is closed to the public on Mondays.
Day Eight - Lisbon
Today you will visit a local market before joining a fish cooking class (tour available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays). Later join a relaxing sunset river cruise on the Tagus River and experience the best views of the city.
Day Nine - Lisbon > Evora > Monsaraz
Transfer to Alentejo region known as the Tuscany of Portugal for its comely lined olive groves and stunning scenery. Enjoy a shared tour through the vineyards and tasting of some of the regional wine specialties. Later stop at Evora, popular for its Roman ruins, gothic cathedral and Moorish alleyways.
Days Ten & Eleven -Monsaraz
Enjoy the next two days at leisure. You can stroll through the area, visit local vineyards, try stargazing in the observatory, relax with a spa treatment or simply enjoy the facilities of your lovely accommodation.
Day Twelve - Monsaraz > Lisbon
After breakfast, transfer to Lisbon airport where arrangements end.
Pricing varies due to fluctuations in exchange rates; please contact us for current pricing or other changes
Please enquire about cross-season pricing
Surcharges may apply during events, festivals, public/religious holidays, or other high-demand dates
Market tour & cooking class operates on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
Accommodations in Monsaraz are best available
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