Complete Day-by-Day Itienerary
FIRST THINGS FIRST: Consider Early Arrival Options
Your flight to Porto, Portugal, should land on Day 1 of the itinerary — this means you should depart your home airport the day prior — your round-trip travel time on this Journey is 11 Days (10 Days, 9 Nights Land). The trip ends in Lisbon. International airfare is not included. Inquire about our Business Class and Premium Economy Airfare. Also check out our Signature Spain Adventure — the perfect companion tour adventure to Portugal.
Chapter 1: Porto
DAY 1: WELCOME TO PORTO, PORTUGAL
Upon arrival to the Porto airport, clear customs and then meet our driver for the included transfer to the hotel located just a few minutes away.
Discovery Walk: Porto
This afternoon you will meet our Now Journey Tour Captain who will host a discovery walk through the heart of vibrant Porto. Get to know Porto and its hilly character as we get to know our fellow adventurers as well.
Welcome to Porto Dinner
Tonight join the Journey Tour Captain for an included dinner in a picturesque location in Porto.
Where We Stay in Porto, 3 Nights with breakfast
Signature Hotels Collection —
Infante Sagres or InterContinental Porto - Palace Das Cardosas
Our Signature hotels feature 4 Star to 5 Star properties featuring select room categories just above the Standard or similar category room — inquire with your Trip Specialist if you'd like to upgrade to a larger room and/or upper category room with a specific view (where available).
Hotel room assignments are made at around 60 days prior to the adventure. A comparable hotel will be utilized should our space be sold out by the time you book — we will advise you of your final hotels.
DAY 2: Exploring Porto
Today's Adventure: Porto
Hello Harry!? JK Rowling's Harry Potter Origins in Porto?
After a delicious included breakfast at the hotel, our Tour Captain will introduce you to our amazing Local Guide for an in-depth walking tour of historic Porto. Today as we delve into the unique culture of the city, we will visit Sao Bento Station, said to be one of the most beautiful train stations in the world, the Gothic Monument Church of St. Francis and the Romanesque Porto Cathedral.
Special Access: We've got timed reservations for you to check out the amazing Livraria Lello (Lello Bookstore) which is said to be the third most beautiful bookstore in the world.
DAY 3: Optional Douro Valley & Winery Experience
Enjoy today at leisure or opt for our amazing excursion into the Douro Valley complete with wine tasting paired with morsels.
Today's Optional Adventure: Douro Valley
An Amazing Experience by Vehicle, Boat and Farm Truck!
After breakfast, consider our optional tour outside of the city into the lush and beautiful Douro Valley. Travel along the river into one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world with stunning landscapes. We will visit one of the finest historic cellars in the region where we will enjoy a tour and wine tasting with views of the Douro River. Following our visit, we return to Porto for an afternoon at leisure. $375 per person.
Tonight's Optional Dinner
Enjoy an optional dinner tonight with the Tour Captain in Porto.
Chapter 2: Lisbon
DAY 4: To Lisbon
Today's Adventure: Enroute to Lisbon
As we set out this morning, we journey south from Porto along the scenic route to Lisbon, continuing our incredible exploration of Portugal. The drive is a feast for the senses, taking us through landscapes that tell the story of Portugal’s natural beauty and cultural depth.
As we travel, we pass rolling hills dotted with charming villages, terracotta rooftops, and fertile vineyards. In the distance, the lush greenery of the countryside opens up to reveal sweeping views of the Atlantic coastline, with the waves gently lapping against golden sands. Along the way, we catch glimpses of ancient castles perched on hilltops, a reminder of Portugal’s rich history and legacy. The highway takes us through small towns where you can spot traditional whitewashed houses with vibrant blue trim, adding pops of color to the rural landscape.
We'll drive through the heart of Portugal's agricultural region, with fields stretching far into the distance and olive groves thriving in the mild Mediterranean climate. Occasionally, we’ll pass clusters of cork oak trees, which have been an essential part of Portuguese culture for centuries, and perhaps see artisans at work harvesting the bark.
As we approach Lisbon, the landscape gradually shifts from the serene countryside to a more urban setting, with the majestic Tagus River winding its way alongside us. With each passing mile, our anticipation grows as we near the vibrant capital city, where we'll continue our journey through this extraordinary country.
Discovery Walk: Enjoy the arrival to our hotel in Lisbon as part of our Discovery Walk.
Welcome to Lisbon Dinner
Join your Tour Captain for a Welcome Dinner at a restaurant featuring traditional Portuguese cuisine paired with regional wines.
Where We Stay in Lisbon, 3 Nights with breakfast
Signature Hotels Collection —
Hotel Avenida Palace or Bairro Alto Hotel
Our Signature hotels feature 4 Star to 5 Star properties featuring select room categories just above the Standard or similar category room — inquire with your Trip Specialist if you'd like to upgrade to a larger room and/or upper category room with a specific view (where available).
Hotel room assignments are made at around 60 days prior to the adventure. A comparable hotel will be utilized should our space be sold out by the time you book — we will advise you of your final hotels.
DAY 5: Discovering Lisbon & Belem
Today's Adventure: Treasures of Lisbon with Belem
After a delicious included breakfast, meet the Journey Tour Captain and our Local Guide for a walking tour of historic Lisbon where we will learn of the many architectural and historical influences from Roman and Moorish occupations of the country and the dramatic impact of the earthquake of 1755. We will explore some of the neighborhoods of Lisbon including Baixa, where you will learn the history of the earthquake that shaped today's downtown. Bairro Alto, the local's favorite for nightlife, and Chiado, one of the oldest areas of the city, will prove delightful as our guide provides expert commentary.
We will also make our way to the town of Belém and visit the Mosteiro dos Jeronimos (Jeronimos Monastery). We will see the Belem Tower and the impressive Monument to the Discoveries. We return to Lisbon for a free evening.
Join your Tour Captain to an optional dinner or explore at your leisure.
DAY 6: OPTION TO SINTRA
Enjoy today at leisure or opt for our amazing excursion to Sintra.
Today's Optional Adventure: Discovering Sintra
Consider a day trip to beautiful Sintra: experience the beauty of Sinta Natural Park, the immaculate Pena National Palace and then enjoy the Atlantic Coast to Cascais for a leisurely walk through town. Enjoy some free time at Cascais Beach.
We will return late afternoon to Lisbon for a free evening. $390 per person.
DAY 7: DEPARTURE DAY
Your time in Portugal ends today after breakfast (time permitting) with an included transfer to the Lisbon airport (3 hours transfer time).
Some of you may be extending to our Signature Spain Tour — interestsed? — inquire with us today.
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