6-Nights Portugal: Sintra & Rota Vicentina — CALL
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OFFER ID 1538109
On this Portugal self-guided tour, you’re in good company. Fishermen, farmers, and royalty have all walked these trails before you.
Life moves slowly in the coastal reaches of Portugal. And that will suit you fine. With sweeping vistas and sweeping history converging on one epic Portugal self-guided tour, it’s best to take it all in at a leisurely pace. Shady forest paths lead to centuries-old hilltop castles. Towering rocky outcroppings frame wide crescent beaches. Cliffside paths hide families of nesting storks and unveil rock walls that stretch for miles, all lashed by Atlantic surf. A marshy river once wide and crowded with trade ships now teems with birdlife. And dense, fragrant forests of cork, oak, and eucalyptus blanket gentle hills. It’s all on your map—from Sintra-Cascais Natural Park to the Rota Vicentina stretching into the fabulously scenic Alentejo—and you’re in absolutely no rush.
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Featured Destinations
Alentejo
Excursions
Alentejo by Hot Air Balloon
Alentejo by Hot Air Balloon
Overview: Marvel at the first rays of the sun as venturing on a private hot air balloon ride over the immensity of the Alentejo landscape. No matter where the wind takes you, be amazed at Alentejo's delightful scenic scenery. To the north, the green of fertile fields marks the landscape, and further south, the landscape merges with the sun's heat, golden cornfields, and the shade of oaks and olive trees. Travel according to the wind's whim.
Duration: 1 Hour
Alentejo by Night
Alentejo by Night
Overview: Embark on an exclusive and unique guided journey to the night sky, supported by powerful telescopes and assisted by an expert. Expect to glance at constellations, nebulae, clusters, distant galaxies, planets, comets, binary systems, colored stars, and more.
Duration: 1H15
Alentejo Cork Hike
Alentejo Cork Hike
Overview: Marvel at a memorable hiking journey with scenic views. Uncover the farm production past the corner: cork, wine, pork, and honey. Dive into a cork forest and learn about a family trade that has lasted for six generations. With the guidance of a local archaeologist, understand cork harvesting and other farm activities such as wine and honey production and harvesting olive groves. Enjoy a three-course meal in a family-run restaurant.
Duration: 2 Hours
Alentejo Trails by Ebike
Alentejo Trails by Ebike
Overview: Undertake an exhilarating Ebike Cycling journey in the Alentejo region. Observe some of the most emblematic Évora megalithic monuments and witness important heritage legacy. Be spoiled with some local treats under a tree while connecting with nature.
Duration: 2 Hours
Alentejo Wine & Golden liquid
Alentejo Wine & Golden liquid
Overview: Enjoy a private visit to one of the country's most prestigious wine producers. Pamper with a private lectured wine tasting and calmly taste and appreciate the great selection of wines and the premium olive oil we selected for this experience. Wine and olive oil are the perfect ingredients for creating unforgettable memories. Meet where the modern blends harmoniously with tradition.
Duration: 1H30
Alentejo Wine & Golden liquid
Alentejo Wine & Golden liquid
Overview: Enjoy a private visit to one of the country's most prestigious wine producers. Pamper with a private lectured wine tasting and calmly taste and appreciate the great selection of wines and the premium olive oil we selected for this experience. Wine and olive oil are the perfect ingredients for creating unforgettable memories. Meet where the modern blends harmoniously with tradition.
Duration: 1H30
Cascais
Cascais is an elegant beach town just outside of Lisbon. There are a number of lovely beaches perfect for swimming. Along the sea front visitors will find various bars and friendly shops. In terms of shopping, Cascais has it all from small shops and roadside stalls offering typical embroidery and lace, to the high fashion and beauty boutiques of the center to the gargantuan shopping center on the road to Sintra. Also nearby is the well-established complex of Quinta da Marinha which boasts 18 holes of sometimes challenging seaside golf and offers horse riding as well.
Sintra
Sintra is a municipality located in the Lisbon Coast of Portugal. It is well known for its romantic architectural monuments, such as the National Palace of Queluz and the Moorish Castle, which is located at the top of the Serra de Sintra. It was classified by UNESCO in 1992 as a world heritage.
Lisbon
Portugal’s capital is an 18th-century city - elegant, open to the sea and carefully planned. Most places of interest are within easy walking distance. Rossio Square, the heart of Lisbon since medieval times, is an ideal place to start exploring. Many rebuilt houses with original façades provide stores and restaurants with modern interiors. High above Baixa is Bairro Alto - with its teeming nightlife. There are many monuments and museums, such as San Jeronimos Monastery, Royal Coach Museum and Gulbenkian Museum. Two well-known landmarks are the Monument to the Discoveries and the Tower of Belem. A statue of Christ looms above Europe’s longest suspension bridge. Madragoa, Bica and Bairro Alto, Lisbon’s older sections, offer a variety of sights: the Church of Sao Roque, with its beautiful tiles; St. George Castle, which offers a splendid view from its location above the Alfama quarter; the botanical gardens, featuring an unusual, cold greenhouse; and the cathedral, stunning with its Moorish design. Renowned Gulbenkian Museum is the cultural center of Portugal.
Excursions
An Exploration of Lisbon (8 hours)
An Exploration of Lisbon (8 hours)
Highlights:
Lying north of the River Tagus estuary and stretching over seven hills, Portugal's capital city has much to offer. Receive a warm welcome at the port by your private guide and driver and from here commence your engaging tour of Lisbon.
Explore the Belem district with its magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, an extraordinary example of Portugal's 'Manueline' style of architecture. Once populated by monks, the UNESCO-listed monastery was commissioned by King Manuel I to celebrate Vasco da Gama's discovery of a sea route to India in 1498. Time permitting, visit Torre de Belém (Belém Tower), one of Lisbon's most iconic buildings and symbolic of Portugal's great Age of Expansion.
Next, it's time for a refreshment stop, where you may wish to sample the famous and scrumptious Pastéis de Belém (Portuguese custard tarts). From here you return to your cruise ship.
- Discover the beautiful Belem district with its magnificent Jeronimos Monastery
- Behold the priceless treasures on display at the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and try the exquisite pasteis de nata local pastries
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
Queluz, Sintra and Estoril (8 hours)
Queluz, Sintra and Estoril (8 hours)
Highlights:
Venture outside of Lisbon to explore Queluz, Sintra and Estoril during your private shore excursion. Take the short driver to the sumptuous 18th-century Queluz Palace, where you can admire the magnificent formal gardens and azulejo-lined canals.
Afterwards visit Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and Moorish emirs before them. Today, this town, nestling on the north side of the Sintra Mountain, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stroll through the town where charming streets are filled with fine handicraft shops. You then descend to Guincho beach for a fabulous view of Cape Rock, the westernmost point of the European continent and continuing to the resort town of Estoril on the scenic coastal road with fantastic views, en route back to your cruise ship.
- Explore Queluz Palace, the summer residence of the Portugese Royal Family
- Take a short drive to Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and a UNESCO Word Heritage Site
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
Highlights of Lisbon (4 hours)
Highlights of Lisbon (4 hours)
Highlights:
See Belem Tower, one of Lisbon's iconic buildings and symbolic of the nation's Age of Expansion. Admire the impressive collection of painted and gilded Baroque coaches at the National Coach Museum.
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
Vacation Details
Valid Date Ranges
03/17/2024 -
12/31/2025
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