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Portugal: Lisbon, Évora, Sintra & Porto

An 8-day premium Portugal journey through Porto, Évora, Lisbon, Sintra and Cascais with wine, UNESCO sites and small-group touring options.

Portugal Guided / Escorted Luxury Small Group Culture Food & Wine
Length8 days / 7 nights
FormatPremium guided land journey
ActivityBalanced
Route Porto • Coimbra • Évora • Lisbon • Sintra • Cascais

Why This Trip Stands Out

This eight-day Portugal journey gives you a polished first look at the country without rushing through it. You get historic cities, coastal scenery, wine traditions and several UNESCO-listed stops, with the tour operator’s higher-touch touring style throughout.

  • Two nights in Porto with guided sightseeing and a Douro River cruise.
  • Port wine tasting and lunch at a traditional port house.
  • Historic Évora, including a stay in a converted 15th-century convent.
  • Sintra and Cascais from Lisbon.
  • Small-group and even-smaller-group departure options on select dates.

Sample Itinerary

Days 1–2 | Porto

Begin in Porto with time along the Douro, guided exploration of the historic center, a traditional rabelo cruise and a port house visit with tasting.

Days 3–5 | Central Portugal & Évora

Travel south through Portugal’s historic interior, including Coimbra and Évora, with local cultural experiences and time to enjoy the character of the Alentejo region.

Days 6–8 | Lisbon, Sintra & Cascais

Finish in Lisbon with guided sightseeing plus excursions to Sintra and the coast at Cascais before your journey ends.

What You Get

What’s Included

  • 7 nights of premium accommodations
  • Airport transfers when booked within applicable transfer guidelines
  • Guided sightseeing with a tour director and local experts
  • Douro River cruise in Porto
  • Port house tour, tasting and lunch
  • Visits to Porto, Coimbra, Évora, Lisbon, Sintra and Cascais
  • Most meals and scheduled sightseeing

Your Stay

Where You’ll Stay

Seven nights are included in premium hotels and distinctive properties. Exact hotels can vary by departure.

Getting Around

Transportation

Transportation between destinations is arranged as part of the guided journey, with local touring transportation and a traditional Douro River cruise included.

Food & Dining

Meals & Dining

Most meals are included, with select open meals giving you time to try local restaurants.

More to Add

Optional Experiences

Free time is built into portions of the itinerary for independent dining, shopping and additional sightseeing.

Stay a Little Longer

Extensions Available

Extra hotel nights can be added before or after the journey, subject to availability.

Make It Yours

Ways to Customize It

The guided journey follows fixed departures, but I can coordinate airfare, extra hotel nights and additional Portugal time around the tour.

Group Details

How the Group Works

Classic, Small Group and select Even Smaller Group departures are available. Exact group size depends on the departure selected.

A Good Match?

Who This Trip Is Best For

Travelers who want a polished first trip to Portugal with strong hotels, guided cultural touring, wine experiences and a slower premium pace.

Before You Choose It

A Few Things to Know

Expect regular walking on historic streets, hills and uneven surfaces. Exact hotels and group size vary by departure type.

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