Highlights of Portugal

Take in the highlights of sun-kissed Portugal on a seven-day sightseeing adventure from Porto to Lisbon. Taste port in its birthplace, explore riverfront Coimbra and its historic university, and weave through the verdant countryside all the way to the capital. From the coastal sites of Nazare to the medieval town of Obidos and a traditional Fado show, you’ll be experiencing the best of Portugal’s arts and culture. Oh yes – they have pretty good custard tarts, too. Put Portugal on your itinerary today with a small-group journey that gets you to the places you need to see. Don’t let the heat keep you from exploring the world! Summer temperatures can be extreme in Portugal (over 40°C/100°F), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water., If you have more time to explore the region or can't find a suitable date for this trip, you may want to check out our other trips in the region, such as 'Explore Spain & Portugal' (trip code ZMSI), or 'Madrid to Marrakech (trip code ZMSH) which continues on into Morocco., On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we strongly recommend keeping the weight under 15kg / 33lb.