Tours & Vacations
Curated by Impulsive Escape Travel
View photos
Portugal vacation idea
Portugal Highlights: Lisbon, Évora, Coimbra & Porto
An 8-day small-group Portugal journey through Lisbon, Sintra, Évora, Coimbra and Porto with fado, cork-country traditions and port wine.
Portugal
Guided / Escorted
Moderate
Small Group
Culture
Food & Wine
Length8 days / 7 nights
FormatUpgraded small-group guided journey
ActivityLight
Route
Lisbon • Sintra • Évora • Tomar • Coimbra • Porto
Why This Trip Stands Out
This 8-day Portugal journey is a strong middle ground between a basic highlights trip and a high-end luxury itinerary. It links Lisbon, Sintra, Évora, Tomar, Coimbra and Porto with upgraded hotels, a small-group format and several local experiences built into the route.
- Start in Lisbon with a traditional fado evening and time to explore the city.
- Visit Sintra’s hilltop palaces and gardens.
- Spend time in Évora and the Alentejo, including a cork-farm lunch.
- Explore the Knights Templar history of Tomar and the University of Coimbra.
- Finish in Porto with a Douro boat ride and port-wine tasting.
Sample Itinerary
Days 1–2 | Lisbon & Sintra
Arrive in Lisbon and settle in before an included Portuguese dinner with fado. The next day heads into the hills of Sintra before returning to Lisbon for free time.
Days 3–4 | Évora & the Alentejo
Travel into the Alentejo to explore Évora’s Roman and medieval history. A countryside visit adds a look at Portugal’s cork traditions along with a regional lunch.
Day 5 | Tomar & Coimbra
Continue north through Tomar for a guided look at the Templar complex and Convent of Christ, then arrive in Coimbra.
Days 6–8 | Coimbra & Porto
Visit the historic University of Coimbra before continuing to Porto. The final full day includes time on the Douro and a port-wine cellar experience before the trip ends in Porto.
What You Get
What’s Included
- 7 nights in upgraded hotels
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
- Lisbon welcome dinner with fado
- Sintra visit and Lisbon orientation
- Évora sightseeing and Alentejo cork-farm experience
- Tomar and Convent of Christ guided visit
- University of Coimbra visit
- Douro boat ride and port-wine cellar tasting in Porto
- Transportation between included destinations and activities
Your Stay
Where You’ll Stay
Seven nights are included in upgraded hotels selected for the guided journey. Exact properties can vary by departure.
Getting Around
Transportation
The trip uses a mix of bus, train, boat, walking and local transportation between the included destinations and experiences.
Food & Dining
Meals & Dining
Seven breakfasts, one lunch and one dinner are included, with open meals giving you time to try local restaurants and regional specialties.
More to Add
Optional Experiences
Free time in Lisbon, Évora and Porto allows room for additional sightseeing, food experiences and independent exploring.
Make It Yours
Ways to Customize It
I can help add international flights and extra nights in Lisbon or Porto before or after the fixed group journey.
Group Details
How the Group Works
This is a fixed-departure small-group journey led by a local trip leader. Travelers must be at least 12, and guests under 18 must travel with an adult.
A Good Match?
Who This Trip Is Best For
Travelers who want a comfortable small-group first trip to Portugal with culture, food and wine, and a more moderate price point than a luxury escorted journey.
Before You Choose It
A Few Things to Know
Minimum age is 12, and travelers under 18 must travel with an adult. Expect regular walking on historic streets, hills and uneven surfaces.
Interested in This One?
Ask me about this trip.
Send me your dates and who is traveling. I’ll know exactly which trip you were looking at and can check the current availability and pricing for you.
Looking for something different? Start a custom vacation request.
More Ideas
You may also be interested in
Pricing & availability: Prices shown are starting prices from the applicable tour operator and were available when last verified. Unless noted otherwise, pricing is per person based on the occupancy shown above. Availability, taxes, fees, supplements, promotions, and supplier terms can change. Your exact price and availability will be confirmed before booking. Nothing is confirmed until payment is applied.