Portugal
Lisbon, The Atlantic Coast and The Douro Valley
7th to 15th May 2025
and September 2026
Flights from the UK and all transport within the itinerary
Quality Accommodation of 4* and above
Experienced Tour Guide from the UK
All gratuities
Portugal has far more to offer than just the southern coast of the Algarve. Our tour encompasses the best of this hidden gem, the western and northern regions of the country. We take in the history of both Lisbon and Oporto and the beautiful countryside of the Douro Valley in addition to the magnificent Atlantic Coast. Two UNESCO World Heritage Sites are included in the tour, The Douro Valley and central Oporto.
What's Included
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8 nights’ accommodation in quality 4* hotels
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Evening dinner at traditional Portuguese restaurant with Fado Music
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Guided Tour of Lisbon
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Visit to Jerónimos Monastery and Church
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Guided Tour of Óbidos
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Visit to Salt Pan in Aveiro
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Guided Tour of Oporto
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Cruise on Douro River in a Rabelo boat
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Cable Car Ride to the top of Dom Luis Bridge
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Visit to vineyard & winery
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Visit to Port Wine Lodge
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Guided Tour of Palace of Mateus and gardens
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All agricultural and technical visits outlined in the itinerary
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Breakfast each morning
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Lunch each day
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Evening dinner each evening
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Wine and soft drinks with some meals
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All airport taxes
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Return flights from the UK
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Baggage handling
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Bay Farm Tours tour manager
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English speaking local guide
Highlights
We begin our tour arriving into Lisbon, the historic capital city of the country, for a 2-night stay. The city has a wealth of interesting buildings dating back to the occupation by the Romans, Moors and Spanish. From here we travel north west to the port of Nazare on the Atlantic coast, where we stay for 2 nights, before continuing further north through rolling countryside to the historic town of Averio. From this picturesque and lovely hilly town, we explore the beautiful Douro Valley.
Weather
Spring is a lovely time to visit Portugal. We hope for clear skies and warm weather, although we recommend bringing a sweatshirt, a light jacket & brolly!
Currency
The Euro €
Previously you would have been spending Escudos.
Pace
Grade B
All of our tours are graded A to D according to the pace of the tour, with A being the least active. To find out more, please click here or on the goat!
Meals
Breakfast every day
All lunches & evening dinners with wine
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Sightseeing
We spend 3 nights in Oporto, “the capital of the north”.
The centre of Oporto is designated a World Heritage Site with its medieval quayside, steep cobbled lanes and old wine warehouses.
There will be ample opportunity to sample the excellent regional food and wines of Portugal, which never fail to impress, and the world-famous port produced around Oporto.
Agriculture
Agriculture and horticulture are very important aspects of the Portuguese economy, and the northern region boasts some beautiful fertile valleys.
The agriculture and crop production are varied and include rice, tomatoes, potatoes, fruit and of course grapes for the wine industry. Livestock farming is also very important in some regions.
We visit interesting and unique establishments which give an overview of agriculture and also provide an understanding and insight into rural life in the country.
It is difficult to find words adequate to express our thanks
for the wonderful tour we have just experienced. It is great to go to another country and meet and talk to the native people to get a “feel” of their lifestyle and problems. The agricultural, sightseeing visits, and itinerary were so well organised. First class hotels,
a superb group of people, and weather to help, we doubt the tour could have been better.
