Medieval Villages & Cultural Cities

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off for Monsanto, one of Portugal’s most famous villages, known for its ancient Templar castle and as a filming location for the world-renowned series House of the Dragon. Enjoy time to wander through its remarkable medieval streets and surroundings, an experience that will truly transport you back in time.

Continue to Belmonte, where you will have free time for lunch, before heading to Sortelha, one of the most beautiful villages in Portugal. Here, we’ll visit the impressive Castle of Sortelha and take in the village’s timeless charm.

Later, return to Covilhã and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Discover the city’s highlights, such as Praça do Município and the Church of Santa Maria. Overnight stay in Covilhã.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, discover the town of Régua, set on the banks of the Douro River and renowned for its key role in the production of Port wine. Along the way, admire the world-famous landscapes of the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Next, enjoy a wonderful wine tasting at a vineyard in the Douro Valley. Learn about Port wine and its production as you sip this delectable local beverage.

Later, continue to Porto by road and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure to begin discovering this stunning Portuguese city. Overnight stay in Porto.

Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with a walking tour of Porto, starting at your hotel, to see the main attractions of the city such as the impressive Sao Bento train station. Afterwards, walk down to the riverside, crossing the most characteristic quarters of Porto. In the afternoon, soak up the delights of Porto at your own pace, admiring the famous tiled facades or sampling the authentic local port in a cozy cafe. Overnight stay in Porto.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will head to the town of Braga, known for its historical buildings, monuments, gardens and fountains. Visit The Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte, located on the slopes of Mount Espinho, overlooking the city of Braga in the north of Portugal, this cultural landscape recreates a sacred mount crowned with a church.

Afterwards, enjoy free time in the medieval city center of Braga. In the afternoon, take a trip to Guimarães, known for well-preserved medieval buildings like the hilltop, 10th-century Guimarães Castle, with its sweeping city views. Enjoy a walking tour through the historic center of Guimarães, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Paço dos Duques de Bragança, a medieval estate and noble palace that still stands today a true example of the architecture of its time. After the tour is over, head back to Porto to your hotel. Overnight stay in Porto.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy your last day in Portuguese land with a trip to the well-known fishing village of Nazaré by road. Visit the cliff of Nazaré, home to the Shrine of Our Lady of Nazaré, a religious pilgrimage that still subsists to this day. Enjoy free time at lunchtime to grab a bite to eat at the beach before heading to Óbidos, one of the best-known villages in Portugal thanks to its magical cobblestone streets and charming architecture, enclosed within medieval city walls, where you will feel like you have stepped back in time. Make the most of your free time to explore the village. Finally, transfer to Lisbon to your hotel. Overnight stay in Lisbon.