Colours of Portugal

Colours of Portugal

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8 Days
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$2735

Colours of Portugal

8 Days Starting and ending in London, UK

Visiting: Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto, Douro Valley Wine Tours, Braga, London

Tour operator:

Cox & Kings

Tour code:

PFJ

Recommended For:

50 plus, Singles

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

12 - 18

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

15-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:
English
From:
$2735 (USD) including Flights from the UK

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Tour Overview

Discover the old-fashioned charm and coastal beauty of Portugal on this eight-day tour from Lisbon to Porto. Along the way, explore stylish seaside resorts; historic regional centres including Coimbra and Guimaraes – both UNESCO-listed; and the picturesque, terraced hillsides of the Douro Valley, where port – the renowned fortified wine – is produced.

Highlights

  • Traditional fado performance with dinner in Lisbon

  • Exclusive tour of the 13th-century Coimbra University, including the baroque library, considered one of the world's most beautiful

  • Have a go at baking your own pastel de nata – the iconic Portuguese tart

Places You'll See

Porto

Colours Of Portugal

Lisbon

Colours Of Portugal

Porto

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Fly To Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals

Fly from London (regional connections available) to Lisbon with TAP Air Portugal. Transfer to the Hotel Sana Metropolitan (or similar) for 2 nights.

Day 2 : Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Half-day tour of Lisbon, Portugal’s colourful capital, including a visit to the highly ornate Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower, and cobbled streets of the old town. Afternoon at leisure. Evening fado music performance with dinner.

Day 3 : Sintra - Nazare - Coimbra
Location: Coimbra
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning visit to the UNESCO-listed parish of Sintra and Pena Palace – once the summer residence of King Ferdinand II. Visit a local bakery for an introduction to making pastel de nata tarts. Continue to the seaside town of Nazare, Portugal’s surf capital, where you enjoy lunch at leisure and watch the waves rolling in. Continue to Coimbra to stay at the Hotel Mondego for 1 night.

Day 4 : Coimbra - Aveiro - Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast

Half-day tour of Coimbra, Portugal’s oldest and most prestigious university. Tour the campus including the baroque Biblioteca Joanina, one of the most ornate libraries in the world. En route to Porto, stop in the city of Aveiro – famous for its canals and colourful boats. Continue to Porto to stay at the Catalonia Porto for 4 nights.

Day 5 : Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast

Half-day tour of Porto, the country’s second city. Highlights include the decorative Chapel of the Souls, São Bento Railway Station with its blue azulejo tiles, and the UNESCO-listed waterfront in Ribeira. Free afternoon before a visit to the Burmester wine cellars for a tour and tasting.

Day 6 : Douro Valley
Location: Douro Valley Wine Tours
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Full day tour of the stunning Douro Valley, famous for its steep, terraced vineyards carved into mountains. Visit two quintas (wine estates) for wine tasting, vineyard tours and lunch. This afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat tour on the Douro to admire the region from the water.

Day 7 : Braga - Guimaraes
Location: Braga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast

Full-day tour exploring Portugal’s northern region. As well as Braga – Portugal’s third largest city – and UNESCO-listed Guimarães, visit the lesser-known town of Ponte de Lima and the striking church of Santa Lucia in Vina do Castelo, which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean.

Day 8 : Fly To London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast in the hotel. Morning at leisure and transfer to Porto airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

  • Fully Guided

  • Breakfasts

What's Not Included

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Local Taxes

Check out our Q&As

  • Why do I have to pay more for my holiday if I am a single traveller?

    Most hotels around the world charge more per person for a single occupancy room than for a shared twin room, because the cost of maintaining a room for one person can be almost as high as it is for two. In addition, many single occupancy rooms are the same as twin / double rooms.

  • Can Cox & Kings arrange my visa?

    We cannot arrange your visa but we can recommend a reputable visa assistance company who can help with your application. Please contact your tour consultant for details.

  • What is the maximum group size?

    All Cox & Kings group tours have a maximum group size of 18 and average just 14 guests. Travelling in such a small group allows you to make stronger and deeper connections with fellow travellers.

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    If a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers, we will either offer for you to take your holiday on a private basis (which may involve a supplement), or you will be fully refunded.

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes. Quoted prices include all entrance fees.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes. We only work with passionate local guides who have a firm grasp of English – so they can answer all your questions and offer invaluable insight into your destination.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated. For all destinations, you may be able to arrange your own flights. If you wish to do so, the cost will be deducted from the tour price.

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    Luxury: These are our most comfortable tours and will usually feature 5-star deluxe accommodation throughout. Superior: Most Cox & Kings tours fall under this category and are based in 4- or 5-star accommodation where available, or the best alternative elsewhere.

  • What is the difference between a 'single' supplement and 'sole' supplement?

    A 'single' traveller is someone occupying a single room while travelling with one or more other people, for example a single person travelling on a group tour. A 'sole' traveller is someone travelling on their own. As a single traveller on a group tour (except those in the SoloTravellers collection), please check the single supplement price. If you wish to add an extension to that tour, please th

  • When will I get my tickets?

    Travel documents will be sent approximately two weeks prior to departure (third party suppliers' policies may vary), unless your booking is made within six weeks of departure, in which case final documents will be sent as soon as possible.

  • When do I need to pay my final balance?

    Final payment must be made no less than 75 days before departure.

  • Do your prices include flights?

    All prices for Cox & Kings holidays include international flights, except where indicated. Australasia and Canada holidays do not include international flights so that you may benefit from the best prices at the time you choose to book, taking advantage of major seasonal variations and short term special offers. For all destinations, you may be able to arrange your own flights. If you wish to do

  • What is a non-exclusive escorted group tour?

    The vast majority of our group tours are exclusive to Cox & Kings clients. However, there are a few exceptions where holidaymakers who booked their tour with another travel company travel in the group.

  • When will I get a detailed itinerary?

    If you are travelling on a group tour, you will receive a detailed itinerary with your travel pack. If travelling on a private basis, you will receive your detailed itinerary with your confirmation invoice.

  • What are the four tour categories

    ***LUXURY These are our most comfortable tours and will usually feature 5-star deluxe accommodation throughout*** ***SUPERIOR Most Cox & Kings tours fall under this category and are based in 4- or 5-star accommodation where available, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***STANDARD Simpler in emphasis, these itineraries typically feature 4-star or good 3-star accommodation throughout, or the best alternative elsewhere*** ***DISCOVERY Best suited to the hardier traveller, these tours typically include some quite basic accommodation, possibly longer and rougher road journeys and, in some cases, more strenuous activities, such as trekking***

  • Do I need inoculations?

    Many of our destinations have recommended health precautions, which you can read about in our regional documents and health pages. However, we recommend that you contact your doctor who will be able to give you professional advice, arrange any vaccinations and give advice on malaria protection. Alternatively, visit the NHS website for more information.

  • What happens if a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers? Will it be cancelled?

    If a group tour does not reach its minimum numbers, we will either offer for you to take your holiday on a private basis (which may involve a supplement), or you will be fully refunded.

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Paul  

A Relaxed Way to Book a Holiday

13-Aug-2021

Sue and I have travelled with Cox & Kings a number of times and have always booked direct with them. For this latest trip, I again contacted them direct and spoke to their travel advisor for the chosen area for a tailor-made holiday. I found him empathetic, knowledgeable and understanding of my requirements. An initial itinerary was prepared which after due consideration and discussion was cheerfully amended and agreed on. There was no pressure put on me and I found it, as usual, a good experience. Holiday now booked and I am looking forward to the trip.

Suzie  

Delighted Customers!

13-Dec-2021

My partner and myself have been regular travellers for over 20 years and up to now been loyal to a rival company. After an incident with them, we decided to change loyalty and try C&K. Was absolutely a good move. For the past couple years I have spoken to Sabastian Gittany, what a delight to be able to speak to the same consultant! I was immediately impressed with the service, he was extremely helpful, polite and nothing is too much trouble. Sabastian has an immense knowledge through his own travel experiences, which in turn helped us to ensure we booked the right holiday for us. As a result of the excellent service we received from Sabastian we have booked 4 holidays for 2022, the first being Egypt Nile Cruise, which he tailored and with lots discussions finally created an itinerary for us, so we are delighted

Jessica  

Knowledgeable Staff and Excellent Service

01-Oct-2021

Content: Knowledgeable staff and excellent service that 'goes the extra mile'. I have been on several holidays through Cox and Kings over the last 20 years and have always been more than satisfied.

Haig  

Exceptional Service

02-Feb-2022

I have frequently used Cox and Kings and they never disappoint. They organise whatever I want and the great thing about their group tours is that they always include some free time. Other companies tend to pack far too much in to their schedules. I have found everyone I have ever dealt with keen to provide the best possible service.

Yvonne  

Great itinerary and great service

09-Dec-2021

Great itinerary and great service from Cox & Kings. I will definitely use them in the future.

Dates & Availability

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May 17, 2024 - May 24, 2024
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Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Cox & Kings requires a minimum deposit of 15% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cox & kings charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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