Connect with the culture on a premium guided tour and discover quaint towns with colorful monasteries, tantalizing cuisine and well-preserved heritage.
1. Lisbon
2. Sintra
The Country Roads of Portugal premium tour begins and ends in Portugal so Insight Vacations guests can book a day tour to Sintra from Lisbon, or add on some time to see the Quinta de Regaleira and the majestic Monserrate Park and Palace, beloved of writers.
3. Évora
Day 5 of the Amazing Spain & Portugal tour takes in this wonderful city, and a stop at Capelo dos Ossos, where visitors are invited to ponder their own existence. Don’t miss the magnificent Praça do Giraldo with the pretty Henriquina fountain and arched arcades.
4. Lagos
If you’d prefer more history, walk the old fortified walls of the town, which date back to the eighth century. You can also take a peek into the oldest church in the Algarve, São João Baptista, built in 1174. Guests on the Country Roads of Portugal will have plenty of time to explore on Day 3 of their journey.
5. Tomar
Aside from its rich history and associations, Tomar is also home to the quirky Museu dos Fosforus, a private collection of more than 43,000 different matchboxes from all over the world.
6. Monsaraz
Reach the tranquil village of Monsaraz on Day 5 of the Country Roads of Portugal tour, perched on a hilltop amid vineyards and olive groves. Just moments from the Spanish border, visitors are afforded incredible views across to one of the largest lakes in Europe, Alqueva Lake and its azure hue contrasts beautifully with the white washed buildings of the village. Take a gentle cruise across its waters, hearing more about life in the area from a local boat captain.
Indulge in a feast of tapas at a former olive mill, tasting dish after dish of Alentejo specialties. We promise that this food experience will be a highlight of your vacation.
7. Fátima
Reach the tranquil village of Monsaraz on Day 5 of the Country Roads of Portugal tour, perched on a hilltop amid vineyards and olive groves. Just moments from the Spanish border, visitors are afforded incredible views across to one of the largest lakes in Europe, Alqueva Lake and its azure hue contrasts beautifully with the white washed buildings of the village. Take a gentle cruise across its waters, hearing more about life in the area from a local boat captain.
Indulge in a feast of tapas at a former olive mill, tasting dish after dish of Alentejo specialties. We promise that this food experience will be a highlight of your vacation.
8. Óbidos
History is everywhere in this medieval town, but among its most treasured sites are chapels such as Igreja de Santa Maria and Santuário do Senhor Jesus da Pedra. Take time to explore Óbidos on Day 5 of the Best of Spain & Portugal.
9. Porto
Insight Vacations’ Country Roads of Portugal tour allows plenty of time to see the sights in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Saunter along the famous Dom Luis I Bridge, climb the steps of Clerigos Tower to take in the views or cruise down the Douro in a traditional Rabelo boat. The locals are friendly, the food simply divine and visitors will find it easy to make many Insight memories in Portugal’s second city.