Forget geographical proximity - Portugal is thrillingly different from Spain, quietly tending wonders ripe for savvy discovery. Its immense Atlantic shore mixes dune-backed beaches with rugged sea-cliffs and fishing spots sizzling seafood by the quay. The vast Alentejo – a third of Portugal - is a lush patchwork of vineyards, cork woods and medieval hill towns. Nature stars in the Sierra Estrela's rugged peaks and the trail-laced wilds of the Peneda-Geres National Park.
The atmospheric glories of Lisbon – among Europe's cheapest as well as loveliest capitals - are complemented by the sherry mecca of Porto plus myriad less-explored beauties. Discover Portugal's early history amid the cobbled lanes of Guimaraes – its 11th century first capital. Delve the ancient university towns of Coimbra and Evora, and the 'Iberian Venice' of Aveiro. And make time too to reassure Europe's gentlest people that, though their global empire has gone, their country remains a global wonder.
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Stay at Santa Barbara Eco-beach Resort, Sao Miguel.
Prices from £1,958pp* based on two sharing. Includes return flights from London Heathrow, transfers and 7 nights bed & breakfast accommodation.
*Price based on a 17 June 2023 departure.
Romantic, old-world Porto and the Douro Valley, the world’s oldest denominated wine area, then move on south, away from the crowds to lesser-known but enchanting region of Las Beiras. Get back to nature in the Planalto and Serra da Estela, visit the Unversity city of Coimbra and hit the Atlantic coast at Art-Nouveau Aveiro.
All the highlights of central Portugal; Lisboa to Porto passing through Coimbra and the lesser-known gems of the Alentejo and Centro de Portugal on the way.
Crammed with World Heritage Sites from beginning to end the tour crosses several major wine regions and offers wonderful regional cuisine, from the ocean and the land, at every stop.
8 night fly/drive itinerary to The Algarve. Prices from £720.00 per person. Includes return flights from London Gatwick to Faro, car hire, 4 nights B&B at Quinta Bonita, Lagos and 4 nights B&B at Quinta do Marco, Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo.
Porto and the Douro Valley - Discover historic Porto and the Douro Valley, the world’s oldest, and possibly most picturesque, wine region.
7 night 'Walking Inside Volcanoes' . Prices from £1,746 per person based on 2 people sharing.
Price includes return flights from the UK to Ponta Delgada, São Miguel. All accommodation as detailed (Bed & Breakfast) and transfers. Six half-day, self-guided walks including a guidebook for the walks.
Madrid and the Heritage Cities of Avila, Salamanca and Toledo, Roman vestiges in Segovia, Caceres and Merida. UNESCO World Heritage Sites to discover.
Central Portugal and Spanish Extremadura in one trip.
A circular tour around the ancient Roman province of Lusitania, this trip will show you the similarities and contrasts between two regions with a common past.
Enjoy 7 nights on our 'Azores Three Island Tour (C)'.
Prices from £1,491 per person based on 2 sharing.
Price includes return flights from the UK, all transfers, tours, accommodation, and meals as detailed.
Porto - Galicia - León - Salamanca - Douro Valley - A grand tour around the north western corner of the Iberian Peninsula, taking in highlights of north Portugal and north-west Spain.
