10 Day itinerary in Portugal, Europe
Experience the best of Portugal on this ten-day private tour, perfect for families who love to explore and learn about new cultures. In Lisbon, immerse yourself in the city's cuisine and culture with a family market walk, a guided tour with a local, and a hands-on tile painting workshop. Enjoy a stu... Read More
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Lisbon food tour: market, shops, and tastings
Paint your own tile in Lisbon workshop
Sunset cruise on Tagus River
Lisbon pastry baking class for the family
Lisbon food tour: market, shops, and tastings
Paint your own tile in Lisbon workshop
Sunset cruise on Tagus River
Lisbon pastry baking class for the family
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Welcome to Portugal
Upon your arrival, your driver picks you up at Lisbon airport for transfer to your hotel. Today all the family will get to know Lisbon and its food on a fun way. First, you have the chance to appreciate the fish stalls and produce vendors at the market, Campo de Ourique is a 19th- century neighborhood full of restaurants and pastry shops where many famous characters lived. In the last years, this neighborhood is booming with new concepts of restaurants, a renovated food market, and other shops related to food. 6 stops are included for you to enjoy delicious traditional and contemporary food tastings, typical from Portuguese food culture and from this unique off-the-beaten part of Lisbon. - Duration: 3:30 hours - Pick up from your hotel or a specific location in Lisbon city center - All food and beverage that you will taste during the tour is included
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Snacks
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Guided Visit with a Local
There's no better way to get to the heart of a historic city like Lisbon than by venturing from neighborhood to neighborhood on foot. In the morning you'll head out on these winding streets on a three-hour walking tour led by an expert local guide. Along the way, the guide will point out all the major sights of Central Lisbon and recount anecdotes about local lore. It's a great introduction to the culture of this fascinating city. - Duration: 3 hours - Pick up from your hotel Lisbon - Workshop: The Art of Portuguese Tile Painting (Private) The ceramic tiles were brought to Portugal a long time ago and they have here a unique use, surpassing its decorative role: it is an architectural element very present in the city of Lisbon and has been used for over 5 centuries as a social imaginary and cultural register. It can be seen as an antique kind of comic... Learn more about the most used techniques over time, get “hands on" and paint your own tiles! - Duration: 2 hours - Meeting point at specific location in Lisbon city center Sunset Cruise on the Tagus River (Small Group) Gain a new perspective on Lisbon by taking during a Tagus River cruise at sunset, when the city's architecture and topology look especially magical in the golden rays of the sun. You will manage to see all of Lisbon's major waterfront attractions in one fell swoop: the Belém Tower, the Lisbon Cathedral, the St. George’s Castle, as well as pass under the magnificent 25 de Abril Bridge. - Duration: 2 hours - Meeting point at specific location in Lisbon city center
Guide: Included for the day
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Day Excursion to Sintra For Young Explorers
A day trip for your family to visit Sintra in a kid-friendly and relaxed way, including the historic village and two of the most surprising and amazing palaces - Quinta da Regaleira and the National Palace of Sintra. You will learn about the legends and myths that have made the History of Sintra, but also the great authors and international artists who have passed and left their marks there... Curious stories in enchanting paths and enchanting stories in curious paths... Be ready to discover and explore Sintra among challenges and fun activities! After lunch, you'll head to Colares to explore an 18th-century estate renown for its vast history of breeding Arab thoroughbreds, and later on reviving wine production, including the legendary DOC of Colares. The Malvasia (white) and Ramisco (red) vines grown today in Colares are the only ones in Europe to have survived the 19th-century phylloxera plague, saved by their deep roots and sandy soil - Duration: 8 hours - Lunch included - Pick up and drop off from the hotel - Entrance ticket to Pena Palace included
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Lunch
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Family Pastéis de Nata Baking Class
Immerse yourself in local culture and cuisine as you experience how to make Lisbon's iconic sweet pastry dessert, pastéis de nata ((Portuguese custard tarts) under the supervision of an experienced pastry chef that will make the experience fun for all the family. This sweet treat was first concocted by monks in Lisbon's Unesco-listed monastery, Monesteiro Dos Jerónimos, several centuries ago: supposedly to use up leftover egg yolks after they had used the egg whites to starch their clothing. The custard tart, known in its singular form as pastel de nata, is often sprinkled with cinnamon and served with coffee. The most popular version of the tart, pastéis de Belém, were even voted as one of Portugal's Seven Wonders of Gastronomy in 2011. - Duration: 2 hours - Private pastry chef Tram 28 Lisbon trams have transported people through the city since 1873. Even if today trams compete with the metro, they are still the perfect way to see the city and to get an overview. Tram number 28 is an old-fashioned vehicle that goes around town and you can hop on and off during your trip.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Snacks
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Lisbon to Porto via Coimbra
At the appointed time, your driver picks you up at your hotel for transfer to Porto en route making a 3 hour stop in Coimbra. Upon arrival in Coimbra, you meet your guide who leads you on a visit of this historic city. Perched atop a hill, Coimbra affords panoramic views of the Mondego River down below. Your guide will lead the way to major highlights, like the medieval old town and Sé Velha, a romanesque cathedral dating to the 12th century. After getting to know Coimbra, your guide will drop you at a great local restaurant for lunch (not included). After some more time to explore, you'll meet up with your driver and continue another 1.5 hours until you reach Porto
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Guided Visit of Porto's Highlights
Today is a great introduction to Porto! You will start your day by joining your local guide who will lead your family through the most important landmarks of Portugal’s second most populous city. Your guide will explain the rich history of this city, also called Invicta (the Unbeaten City), with stories of heroes and battles to entertain even the youngest, as you make your way to the trendiest and most cultural areas of town. You will explore the city's most important streets and learn about its revered museums and modern local treasures. - Duration: 3 hours - Pick up from your hotel included Livraria Lello More than just a bookstore, Livraria Lello is a historical and architectural masterpiece in downtown Porto. Opened in 1906, Livraria Lello & Irmão as it is also known combines elements of Neo-Gothic, Art Deco, and Art Nouveau styles that comprise intricate woodwork, a large stained glass window bearing the bookshop monogram with the motto "Decus in labore" (dignity at work, in Latin), and a remarkable red spiral staircase, which starts as one set of stairs and splits into two that join in a circular design. The latter is a huge attraction here since it resembles the Grand Staircase from the Harry Potter films, and considering J.K. Rowling was once a Porto resident, there is a high chance this place might have inspired her. Livraria Lello became so popular with tourists that in July 2015 the store started charging a 5 Euro entrance fee and queues can take over an hour. You can purchase tickets on their website. Dom Luis I Bridge Ponte Dom Luís I (The Dom Luís I Bridge), one of Porto's most famous landmarks, is a 172 metres double-deck metal arch bridge--the longest of its kind in the world--and links the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia over the River Douro. It is well worth a visit, especially to admire the sunset.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast
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Explore Porto
São Bento Railway Station A must-see while in Porto is the São Bento Railway Station. More than just a train station, this place is another architectural jewel, among the many others this city boasts. Built by the Portuguese architect José Marques da Silva in 1900, the São Bento Railway Station opened to the public sixteen years later. Its construction took place on the site that once housed a Benedictine monastery, hence the name São Bento. The architecture has a French Renaissance influence, and even though its facade is already quite impressive, its interior is what leaves visitors truly awestruck. The main hall is beautifully decorated–from the ground to the ceiling--with more than 20,000 "azulejos" (Portuguese tiles), which recount important events of the history of Portugal. Guindais Funicular Porto is a very steep city, so one way to save your legs from doing all the climbing is by taking a funicular. The Guindais Funicular, in particular, connects you from the Ribeira neighbourhood, situated at the quayside, to Batalha, at the top of Porto. The journey takes about 3 minutes, and it costs around €2,50. Besides being a fun way to get from one part of the city to another, you will also get beautiful views over the Dom Luís I Bridge and the Douro River. Beaches The city of Porto is advantageously located right on the Atlantic coast, meaning there is no shortage of beaches within easy. walking distance of all the main attractions. For sunbathing or swimming, visit the sandy Praia dos Ingleses or Matosinhos. Watch the sunset while enjoying fine food and a few drinks on the promenade of Gondarem Beach, a rocky shoreline close to the city centre
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Day Trip to Aveiro
Aveiro, the Venice of Portugal was a little fishermen’s village surrounded by the sea and occupied by Ria, a shallow coastal lagoon. The city has for centuries been growing and developing around its many canals, which gave birth to the nickname, “Portuguese Venice”, but also underlining this deep connection to the sea life and the surrounding nature. Aveiro is surrounded by salt flats, amazing beaches, and small lagoons that still preserve the fauna, the flora, and the traditions of the city. Aveiro is very easy to explore on foot. But it can also be admired during a gondola ride, which is offered in the canals. For those who prefer cycling, the municipal facility Loja Buga offers free bike rental. You will find it in front of the Mercado Manuel Firmino market hall. - Duration: 5 hours - Pick up and drop off at the hotel included
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast
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Nova Sintra Park
Currently the headquarters of the municipal company Águas do Porto, hence its second name Parque das Águas (Water Park), the Nova Sintra Park is one of the largest green spaces in Porto, boasting great botanical diversity, dense trees, as well as a peaceful atmosphere--a nice place to relax and take a break by one of its many fountains. Open-air markets There is no better way to get a glimpse of daily Portuguese life, than by paying a visit to one of the many open-air markets this city has to offer. So, here's a list of the three ones worth visiting when in Porto: Mercado do Bolhão One of the most popular and lively markets in Porto, the Mercado do Bolhão and its several floors of fresh fruit, vegetables, and meat are a true feast for the eyes, nose, and palette. Centrally located, this market is also a nice place to hunt for souvenirs. Address: Rua Formosa, Porto Mon–Fri 8am–8pm, Sat 8am–6pm Mercado Porto Bello Although more compact than its namesake market in London, the Mercado Porto Belo still boasts the same hipster vibe from its Notting Hill's distant cousin. Here you will find antiques, vinyl records, vintage clothing and accessories, organic goodies such as homemade jams, olive oil, and soap, as well as a few food stalls. It takes place every Saturday from. 10am–7pm at Praça de Carlos Alberto. Vandoma Fleamarket Even if you are not searching for anything to buy, a visit to this flea market is worth just the experience alone. Started in the 1970s by students who would sell their old clothes and books, now this traditional and eclectic flea market offers a vast array of second-hand goods that range from clothes, vinyl records, and books to stamps, electronics, and household utensils. It is held every Saturday, from 8am–1pm at Av. 25 de Abril. Ribeira In the heart of the Old Town, the “Riverbank” quarter of the city contrasts historic winding streets with lively and colourful facades.
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At the appointed time, your driver picks you up at your hotel for transfer to Porto Airport.
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