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Lisboa, Coimbra & Porto – the Portuguese ‘big three’
Alto Alentejo, historic Évora, potteries and vineyards
World Heritage Batalha, Alcobaça & Tomar
Planalto – fortress towns on the Spanish border
Porto – Old Town, Ribeira; history and wine
Stunning scenery, gastronomy and wines
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All the highlights of central Portugal; Lisboa to Porto passing through Coimbra and the lesser-known gems of the Alentejo and Centro de Portugal on the way.
Lisboa, Coimbra & Porto – the Portuguese ‘big three’
Alto Alentejo, historic Évora, potteries and vineyards
World Heritage Batalha, Alcobaça & Tomar
Planalto – fortress towns on the Spanish border
Porto – Old Town, Ribeira; history and wine
Stunning scenery, gastronomy and wines
Crammed with World Heritage Sites from beginning to end the tour crosses several major wine regions and offers wonderful regional cuisine, from the ocean and the land, at every stop.
From the surf-washed Atlantic coast to the high mountains and plains of the interior to the dramatic gorge of the Douro Valley, during this central Portugal holiday you will discover an area of outstanding beauty and delightful contrasts.
Hop a tram and explore Portugal’s exciting capital
Rossio square and train station
Skip out to Sintra, and the beaches of Cascais & Aldeia do Meco
Bar hop in Bairro Alto, dine in style in Chiado
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos – a Manueline delight
World Heritage Évora, Roman ruins, medieval walls
Alentejo wines, Portugal’s finest
Hilltop fortress towns of Monsaraz, Marvão and Castelo Vide
Pottery towns among the vines El Corval and Redondo
“Marble towns” of Vila Viçosa and Estremoz
World Heritage Elvas with its magnificent Roman aqueduct
The magnificent monasteries of Batalha and Alcobaça
São Martinho do Porto a little pearl set on a string of surf washed Atlantic beaches
The Convent at Tomar, delightful city of the Templars
Sierras de Aire y Candeeiros Nature Park – riddled with caves
Medieval Óbidos with its famous white houses
Coimbra University – stunning buildings, stunning views, fascinating museums
Sé Velha, Portuguese Romanesque at its finest
Take in a fado show – Coimbra style of course
Jewish Quarter – especially magical by night
Roman ruins at Conímbriga
Fortress towns – Trancoso, Almeida, Castelo Rodrigo
Paleolithic rock-art in the Côa Valley 22000 years old!
Local wine and olive oil of the Beira Alta
Faia Brava nature reserve with wild horses, cattle and large birds of prey
Explore the Douro International Nature Park
Jump the border to Ciudad Rodrigo and Salamanca
Ribeira, Porto’s fascinating historic centre, a World Heritage site
Cross the impressive Dom Luis I iron bridge to the Port Wine Lodges
Art for all from finest museums to simple galleries
Walk the lanes, sail the river, live and breathe Porto
Ferry to Afurada and the golden beach of Estrela
Extend your stay in Lisboa and take your time to explore the capital
Head towards the Spanish border and discover the Baixo Alentejo
Add a stop in charming Aveiro and hop on a gondola-like Moliceiro
or cross the border into Spain and visit historic Salamanca
Call us to talk through all the options - we'd love to hear from you!
Accommodation in our listed hotels – 2 sharing 1 standard double ensuite, B&B (unless specified)
Economy 4-door car hire (talk to us about upgrades)
Regional guide book to Portugal
Personal Travel App including highlights, weather forecast and restaurant suggestions for all areas en-route
Instructions to find all accommodation
Flights – but we are able to advise
One-way car hire charges, where applicable (see your quote email)
The following car hire extras – these can be added at pick-up point
extra driver, child seats, GPS
Garage parking where applicable (mostly city stops) – please ask us about parking charges
Local tourist taxes (where applicable)
Lisboa and Porto are very well served with flights from most UK airports making this a practical option as a one-way tour.
You can alternatively fly into and back from Galicia (Santiago de Compostela or Vigo) or from Faro in the Algarve. Please bear in mind when planning your trip that hire cars must be returned to their country of origin.
See your flight options in the table below:
If your preferred local airport only connects to one of the airports at the destination, the route can be adapted to suit a single port of entry and return, interleaving the stages. Please contact us for more details.
PLEASE NOTE Flights are not included and some flights are seasonal.
Choose your country and preferred airport of origin and then select from possible destinations to see airline providers.
For passengers travelling by air we will include a hire car as part of the package. Normally we include a 4 door economy class car but please let us know if you would like something different.
For those coming on the ferry you will use your own vehicle but in either case we will provide full instructions to arrive at each hotel, complete with GPS, as well as a map of the area.
Our team of experts have over 35 years travel expertise in Spain & Portugal.
You’ll receive friendly, personal service from start to finish of the booking process.
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With 40+ years’ experience designing holidays in Spain & Portugal, our friendly, expert team offers personal service from booking to your return. While away, you’ll have ground support from local agents.
Every trip is tailored to your budget and needs.
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Discover authentic Spain & Portugal, far from tourist crowds. Stay in charming, trusted places — from castles and palaces to rural guesthouses and Paradores.
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