Taste of Portugal with Madeira

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Tantalizing petiscos. Thrilling natural wonders. Timeless traditions. Portugal is calling with a wealth of wonders to amaze and enchant. From Porto to Lisbon, your senses are filled with visions of natural wonder, wonderful wines, tempting tastes, and amazing artistry on this escorted tour of Portugal. Continue your tour with a trip to Santa Cruz on the magic...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

What's this trip about?

    Tantalizing petiscos. Thrilling natural wonders. Timeless traditions. Portugal is calling with a wealth of wonders to amaze and enchant. From Porto to Lisbon, your senses are filled with visions of natural wonder, wonderful wines, tempting tastes, and amazing artistry on this escorted tour of Portugal. Continue your tour with a trip to Santa Cruz on the magical Island of Madeira, complete with crystalline waters and centuries of tradition and culinary treats. Explore “Little Lisbon” in Funchal, with its creative atmosphere that inspires the imagination. From the quaint charms of fishing villages to the quiet reflections from luminous pools and lofty plateaus, your vacation in Portugal is a feast for the senses and an unforgettable adventure for the soul.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start City PORTO, PORTUGAL
End CityLISBON

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Attractions

  • Cascais
  • Coimbra
  • Lisbon
  • Porto
  • Santa Cruz
  • Sintra

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN PORTO, PORTUGAL

Welcome to Porto! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

Day 2: PORTO

Panoramas & Port Wine PORTO Follow your Local Guide for a walking tour in the city center. Enjoy a glass of Porto. Later, relax on a river cruise and take in stunning views of the surroundings. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT LOCAL TASTES The grapes from the vin...

Day 3: PORTO–AVEIRO–COIMBRA

Art Nouveau & Academic Honors AVEIRO Take a stroll and admire the canals and streets of this colorful town. COIMBRA Orientation walk of the University town. (Breakfast) 99mi/ 160km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT Aveiro is known as the Portuguese Venice for...

Day 4: COIMBRA

Culture & Bairrada Wine COIMBRA Enjoy a wine tasting in the Bairrada region. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Since 1937, this unique place has produced its own sparkling wine, spirits, and Bairrada wines. You’ll be dazzled by the beauty of...

Day 5: COIMBRA–LISBON

Panoramas & Port Wine LISBON Guided sightseeing includes a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. (Breakfast) 146mi/ 235km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and archit...

Day 6: LISBON–EXCURSION TO MAFRA, SINTRA AND CASCAIS

Portuguese Royalties MAFRA [LF] guided visit of Mafra includes the Royal Palace, the convent, and John V Library. SINTRA Free time for lunch CASCAIS Free time to browse LISBON Farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner)

LOCAL FAVORITE HISTORY &am...

Day 7: LISBON–SANTA CRUZ

Seasons in the Sun LISBON Fly to Funchal. SANTA CRUZ Orientation walk. Free time (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS The island of Madeira boasts some of Europe’s most impressive landscapes. Soak in the breathtaking natural scenery that merges with crys...

Day 8: SANTA CRUZ–EXCURSION TO FUNCHAL

Little Lisbon FUNCHAL Visit Mercado dos Lavoratores and the “open-air-museum” of the Santa Maria. Take the cable car to Monte and take in views of the city. Taste the local Madeira wine and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast,Dinner)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT AR...

Day 9: SANTA CRUZ

Fishing Lore & Luminescent Pools SANTA CRUZ Day at leisure. (Breakfast)

ENHANCED FREE TIME NATURAL WONDERS Head West and stop in Camara de Lobos, a small fishing village painted by 1949 Winston Churchill. Continue towards Cabo Girai the world's second highe...

Day 10: SANTA CRUZ–LISBON

Sights of Santa Cruz SANTA CRUZ Fly to Lisbon. LISBON Free time. (Breakfast)

ENHANCED FREE TIME TOUR HIGHLIGHT Time to pack your bags and say goodbye to the magical Island of Madeira with a flight to Lisbon to relax and reminisce over your stunning adventure.

Day 11: LISBON

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Last Updated: 3/12/2025
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Logistics

Accommodation

Holiday Inn Porto Gaia

A modern 212-room high rise hotel near the historical Porto city centre with a chic atrium bar and culinary concept restaurant serving traditinal Portuguese cuisine. Amenities include a gym, spa and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.

Porto

Portugal

Rua Diogo de Macedo, 220 Vila Nova de Gaia

Vila Gale Coimbra

The 229 rooms of this contemporary Hotel overlooking the Mondego River are warmly decorated with a dance theme. All rooms have air conditioning, Free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV. Massages and beauty treatments are available at the extensive Satsanga SPA area, where guests can also enjoy an indoor pool, sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub. [p]

Coimbra

Portugal

Rua Abel Dias Urbano, 20

Mercure Lisboa

A 104-room modern hotel offering Free Wi-Fi Internet access and year-round heated rooftop swimming pool, with panoramic views over the Águas Livres Aqueduct. International cuisine and Regional wines can be enjoyed in the main restaurant and there is a lobby bar serving a wide range of drinks & cocktails.

Lisbon

Portugal

Avda Jose Malhoa, 23

Vila Galé Santa Cruz

The Vila Galé Santa Cruz in Madeira, offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and is just a stone's throw away from a pebble beach. Facilities include two restaurants, two bars, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a heated indoor pool, Turkish bath, gym and massage rooms. All of the 262 sophisticated guest rooms come with a satellite TV, a private balcony and a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout the property.

Santa Cruz

Portugal

Rua de Sao Fernando 5

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