Portugal | Tour Code: 14695
Unpack Once, Explore More. Enjoy the best of both relaxation and exploration with this escorted group tour, where you’ll stay in one hotel for the entire duration and take daily excursions to uncover the region’s highlights. Skip the hassle of constant travel and immerse yourself in local culture and landscapes on guided day trips, returning each evening to the comfort of your “home away from home.” Perfect for travellers who value a balance between adventure and relaxation, this tour combines the ease of settling in with the thrill of discovering new places every day.
Highlights
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Guaranteed Departures
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Visit iconic landmarks like Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, then enjoy free time to explore Portugal’s vibrant capital.
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Wander the charming cobbled streets of this walled town, overlooked by a 12th-century castle.
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Enjoy golden beaches, scenic promenades, and the famous Estoril Casino, inspiration for Casino Royale.
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Admire breathtaking sea views, explore quaint streets, and enjoy a traditional lunch in this fishing village at Nazaré's coastal charm.
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Explore this UNESCO-listed fairy-tale palace, once a royal summer retreat, nestled in the scenic Sintra Mountains.
Overview
Discover the enchanting Lisbon Coast with a delightful stay in Estoril. Explore historic Sintra, vibrant Lisbon, and charming coastal towns, while enjoying leisure time by the sea. With expert-guided tours and relaxing moments, this journey blends culture, history, and coastal charm.
Inclusions
- 7 nights in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé - 4* or similar
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Daily Hotel Dinner
- Full Day Excursion to Lisbon, including Belém district and key landmarks
- Full Day Excursion to Óbidos, Alcobaça & Nazaré, with a guided tour and lunch
- Half Day Excursion to Sintra, with a tour of the Palace of Vila and a stop at Cascais Beach
- Professional English-speaking Tour Director for the entire duration of the tour
Itinerary
Arrival on your own hotel.
After check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure. This evening, let's get together with our fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé or similar.
Join us this morning as we depart for a half day guided excursion to Sintra where we will uncover the history and treasures of Sintra National Palace. Here we will enjoy a guided tour of this beautiful 16th century palace that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the foothills of the Sintra Mountains, this palace with a fairy-tale setting is where the Portuguese Royal Family formerly spent their summers. We will have the afternoon at leisure.
Overnight stay in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé or similar.
We will have today to relax and enjoy the charms of the Estoril or Cascais Coast. Our expert local guide will be happy to suggest activities and advise which local attractions are a must-see.
Overnight stay in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé or similar.
Let’s discover more on a full day guided excursion to the capital city of Lisbon. Join us to explore the sights that represent Portugal’s remarkable historical power during the Age of Discovery, such as the Monument to the Discoveries, Belem Tower, Jerónimos Monastery (viewed from the outside), Rossio, Avenue of Liberdade and Marquês de Pombal Square. After our tour, there will be time to enjoy some shopping and uncover the city at our own pace, before returning to our hotel.
Overnight stay in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé or similar.
Today we are free to enjoy our magnificent surroundings, in our own time.
From Estoril, why not visit the nearby resort of Cascais, which was once a Royal retreat. Today it is a lively town with grand mansions, beaches, and a busy fishing harbour. Or, if our stay is in Cascais, visit Estoril ; home to the famous Casino once frequented by spies and royalty, and the inspiration for the James Bond movie Casino Royale! Estoril also has beautiful beaches, promenade walks and lots of bars and restaurants. Alternatively, take advantage of the local train service and pay a return visit to Lisbon to discover more of this fascinating and charming city.
Overnight stay in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé or similar.
Let’s explore more as we begin today’s excursion with a visit to the picturesque walled town of Óbidos where we will take a walking tour through its cobblestone streets, overlooked by a 12th-century castle. There will be some free time here before departing to Alcobaça, where we discover a magnificent Cistercian monastery founded in the 12th century. We will then continue to Nazaré, a charming town with whitewashed cottages, cobbled lanes, and magnificent sea views from its vast sandy beach. Lunch is included at a local restaurant in Nazaré.
Overnight stay in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé or similar.
A further opportunity to discover and explore more! Why not stroll the seafront between Estoril and Cascais, stopping for a beachside ice cream or coffee and browsing the shops for souvenirs to take home?
Overnight stay in Estoril at Hotel Vila Galé or similar.
After breakfast, it's time to say 'adeus' to the lovely Lisbon Coast and set off for home.
Check-out.
End of services.
Additional Information
- Please note that the order of some of the tours and experiences may vary in order without affecting the tour or experience.
- Guaranteed Departures with a minimum of 2 participants booked.
Excluded
- International airfares and taxes
- Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
- Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
- Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
- Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
- Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
- Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package
