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Soul of Portugal
Operated by Globus
Tripcode: DP
Overview
Destination:
Portugal,
Start:Lisbon, Portugal
Finish:Porto, Portugal
Finish:Porto, Portugal
Duration:8 days
Type:Group tour (max 44)
Travel Period
April 2026 - October 2027
8 days from Lisbon to Porto
Small groups translate to great experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour. Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 18 guests in Europe, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours. Find perfection in Portugal’s picturesque seaside and cityscapes where culture, art, and wine are poured into every tradition. Pour your heart into an adventure from Lisbon to Porto with traditional sights and tempting bites with dining experiences and wine culture continued through generations. From the high honors of Coimbra’s university history to bountiful maritime treasures of Portugal’s fishing heritage, you’ll dive into the architecture and amazing natural beauty of this picturesque region on an unforgettable tour of Portugal made more perfect on a Small Group Discovery tour!
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour:• Guided visit to Pena Palace, Sintra, a former royal summer residence • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon featuring a guided stroll, tram ride and ginjinha tasting • Visit to a traditional family-owned cork factory in Azaruja • Guided walking tour of Evora, including Sao Francisco and the Ossuary Chapel• Orientation walk in Monsaraz with an Exclusive Small Group “backstage visit” to a local winery and wine-tasting • Guided tour of an olive estate in Alferrarede, including a tasting with local specialties • Visit to the Convent of Christ in Tomar• Visit to the UNESCO-listed University in Coimbra • Exclusive Small Group interactive visit to a Sardine Can Factory with tasting • Orientation drive in Porto with port-wine tasting
Small groups translate to great experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour. Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 18 guests in Europe, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours. Find perfection in Portugal’s picturesque seaside and cityscapes where culture, art, and wine are poured into every tradition. Pour your heart into an adventure from Lisbon to Porto with traditional sights and tempting bites with dining experiences and wine culture continued through generations. From the high honors of Coimbra’s university history to bountiful maritime treasures of Portugal’s fishing heritage, you’ll dive into the architecture and amazing natural beauty of this picturesque region on an unforgettable tour of Portugal made more perfect on a Small Group Discovery tour!
All This. Included
Special Features Included in this Tour:• Guided visit to Pena Palace, Sintra, a former royal summer residence • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon featuring a guided stroll, tram ride and ginjinha tasting • Visit to a traditional family-owned cork factory in Azaruja • Guided walking tour of Evora, including Sao Francisco and the Ossuary Chapel• Orientation walk in Monsaraz with an Exclusive Small Group “backstage visit” to a local winery and wine-tasting • Guided tour of an olive estate in Alferrarede, including a tasting with local specialties • Visit to the Convent of Christ in Tomar• Visit to the UNESCO-listed University in Coimbra • Exclusive Small Group interactive visit to a Sardine Can Factory with tasting • Orientation drive in Porto with port-wine tasting
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Itinerary
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Collapse allARRIVE IN LISBON, PORTUGAL
Your Small-Group Discovery Begins!
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
LISBON. MORNING EXCURSION TO SINTRA
Regal Residences
This morning, your Portuguese discovery starts with a drive to the Sintra mountains for a guided visit of the whimsical and colorful Palácio de Pena, once a royal summer residence. Later, return to Lisbon and experience its sights and sounds during an adventurous guided tour. Hop on one of Lisbon’s trams for a short ride in the center, then stroll the narrow streets, alleyways, and cobblestones to soak in the city like a true local. Top the tour off with a taste of the local ginjinha liqueur. Explore more of the city during your evening at leisure. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. The charming old neighborhoods that populate the sides of its hills provide a captivating insight into Lisbon. Today visitors explore the city, in the past it was an embarkation point for many voyages of discovery, the last sight of land for the sailors starting their journey.
This morning, your Portuguese discovery starts with a drive to the Sintra mountains for a guided visit of the whimsical and colorful Palácio de Pena, once a royal summer residence. Later, return to Lisbon and experience its sights and sounds during an adventurous guided tour. Hop on one of Lisbon’s trams for a short ride in the center, then stroll the narrow streets, alleyways, and cobblestones to soak in the city like a true local. Top the tour off with a taste of the local ginjinha liqueur. Explore more of the city during your evening at leisure. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. The charming old neighborhoods that populate the sides of its hills provide a captivating insight into Lisbon. Today visitors explore the city, in the past it was an embarkation point for many voyages of discovery, the last sight of land for the sailors starting their journey.
LISBON–AZARUJA–EVORA
Trendy Trees
This morning, visit a traditional family-owned cork factory and learn about the versatility of this natural product. Continue to UNESCO-listed Evora and discover what makes it special when you follow your Local Guide on a walking tour through the narrow alleys to see the Roman Temple and visit the Cathedral, São Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHTLOCAL CRAFTS Known as the “cork capital of the world,” Portugal is the world’s leading producer and exporter of cork, with the Cork Oak tree being native to the region of Alentejo. For hundreds of years, one of the most well-known uses of cork is that of a wine bottle seal, however it’s much more versatile and many articles such as bags, keyrings, jewelry, and shoes made of cork can be found in local shops. Lady Gaga wore a dress made of cork and NASA has been using it as insulation for many years. Learn all about this traditional artisanship when you visit a cork factory in Evora.
This morning, visit a traditional family-owned cork factory and learn about the versatility of this natural product. Continue to UNESCO-listed Evora and discover what makes it special when you follow your Local Guide on a walking tour through the narrow alleys to see the Roman Temple and visit the Cathedral, São Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHTLOCAL CRAFTS Known as the “cork capital of the world,” Portugal is the world’s leading producer and exporter of cork, with the Cork Oak tree being native to the region of Alentejo. For hundreds of years, one of the most well-known uses of cork is that of a wine bottle seal, however it’s much more versatile and many articles such as bags, keyrings, jewelry, and shoes made of cork can be found in local shops. Lady Gaga wore a dress made of cork and NASA has been using it as insulation for many years. Learn all about this traditional artisanship when you visit a cork factory in Evora.
EVORA. EXCURSION TO MONSARAZ
A Tasty Challenge
Enjoy a scenic drive through Alentejo, with its abundance of vineyards and olive trees. Stop at the medieval hilltop town of Monsaraz, nominated as a “Monument Village” due to its history and architecture. Enjoy an orientation tour and free time. Later, enjoy a “backstage visit” of a local winery before embarking on a wine tasting with a twist! (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Gaining access to interactive experiences is a big advantage for a small group! Your wine tasting reaches a new level of knowledge and fun during this experience. Whilst trying the white and rosé wines your host will share information about them, when the red wine arrives, it’s time to challenge your senses with “Blind Wine Tasting”!
Enjoy a scenic drive through Alentejo, with its abundance of vineyards and olive trees. Stop at the medieval hilltop town of Monsaraz, nominated as a “Monument Village” due to its history and architecture. Enjoy an orientation tour and free time. Later, enjoy a “backstage visit” of a local winery before embarking on a wine tasting with a twist! (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Gaining access to interactive experiences is a big advantage for a small group! Your wine tasting reaches a new level of knowledge and fun during this experience. Whilst trying the white and rosé wines your host will share information about them, when the red wine arrives, it’s time to challenge your senses with “Blind Wine Tasting”!
EVORA–ALFERRAREDE–TOMAR
Ancient Roots
Olives have been cultivated in Portugal for over two-thousand years. Join your small group for a special visit to an olive estate in Alferrarede, featuring a guided tour of the olive grove, orchard, gardens, and olive mill. Enjoy an olive oil tasting accompanied by local specialties. Later, visit the stunning town of Tomar and discover the town’s strong links to the Knights Templar when you visit the Convent of Christ. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEM Oozing in history, Tomar is a Portuguese jewel, a UNESCO-listed site that offers history and charm, it played a leading role for both the Knights Templar and the Age of Discovery. The Templars built the castle and church to protect pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. Later Prince Henry the Navigator’s made Tomar his expedition base.
Olives have been cultivated in Portugal for over two-thousand years. Join your small group for a special visit to an olive estate in Alferrarede, featuring a guided tour of the olive grove, orchard, gardens, and olive mill. Enjoy an olive oil tasting accompanied by local specialties. Later, visit the stunning town of Tomar and discover the town’s strong links to the Knights Templar when you visit the Convent of Christ. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEM Oozing in history, Tomar is a Portuguese jewel, a UNESCO-listed site that offers history and charm, it played a leading role for both the Knights Templar and the Age of Discovery. The Templars built the castle and church to protect pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. Later Prince Henry the Navigator’s made Tomar his expedition base.
TOMAR–COIMBRA–PORTO
Academic Honors
Today, two historic towns are on the menu. Drive to Coimbra and visit the UNESCO-listed University, one of the oldest in Europe, which gives it the nickname the “City of Knowledge.” Admire the Pátio das Escolas (central courtyard), at the hub of the university. Later, enjoy a scenic drive en route to the beautiful city of Porto. Spend an evening at leisure exploring Porto. (B) 155 mi / 250kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION The University of Coimbra is distinguished as the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, it is also one of the best known and internationally celebrated. With a history of more than seven centuries, the students at Coimbra University dress in traditional black capes with ribbons in varying hues as was the tradition when the school was founded in 1290.
Today, two historic towns are on the menu. Drive to Coimbra and visit the UNESCO-listed University, one of the oldest in Europe, which gives it the nickname the “City of Knowledge.” Admire the Pátio das Escolas (central courtyard), at the hub of the university. Later, enjoy a scenic drive en route to the beautiful city of Porto. Spend an evening at leisure exploring Porto. (B) 155 mi / 250kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION The University of Coimbra is distinguished as the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, it is also one of the best known and internationally celebrated. With a history of more than seven centuries, the students at Coimbra University dress in traditional black capes with ribbons in varying hues as was the tradition when the school was founded in 1290.
PORTO
Wine & Dine
This morning, a special small group exclusive treat awaits with a hands-on visit to a Sardine Can Factory. Take a guided tour of the traditional factory, see how the fish is processed and canned, fill and wrap your own souvenir can, and enjoy a tasting of the products. Later, enjoy an orientation drive of Porto to see some of the main highlights before refreshing your palate with a Port wine tasting. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVEFISHY BUSINESS In the early 1920s, whist other European countries were experiencing shortages, Portugal had an abundant supply of sardines. An influx of European entrepreneurs came to Portugal to open canning factories, especially in the Porto district. This era became known as the “Portuguese Gold Rush.” The sardine remains an important symbol in Portugal, connected to national identity and resilience. Today, enjoy a small group interactive Sardine Can Factory visit!
This morning, a special small group exclusive treat awaits with a hands-on visit to a Sardine Can Factory. Take a guided tour of the traditional factory, see how the fish is processed and canned, fill and wrap your own souvenir can, and enjoy a tasting of the products. Later, enjoy an orientation drive of Porto to see some of the main highlights before refreshing your palate with a Port wine tasting. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVEFISHY BUSINESS In the early 1920s, whist other European countries were experiencing shortages, Portugal had an abundant supply of sardines. An influx of European entrepreneurs came to Portugal to open canning factories, especially in the Porto district. This era became known as the “Portuguese Gold Rush.” The sardine remains an important symbol in Portugal, connected to national identity and resilience. Today, enjoy a small group interactive Sardine Can Factory visit!
PORTO
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way travel makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures you’ll want to re-live forever. Our story began more than 90 years ago, when a young Swiss Antonio Mantegazza began transporting tourists across Lake Lugano on his rowboat, sharing stories and revealing local secrets along the way. On that lake, Globus was born. Discovering a passion for tourism and a knack for business, Antonio’s services expanded beyond river transport to bus touring, from Switzerland to Europe and then, the world. After 90 years curating travel wonderment, our passion for curating the perfect trip remains. At Globus, we have the experience and local knowledge to craft immersive adventures that make you feel alive. Expect to see all the major sites, but then go deeper, to the beating heart of every new discovery. As they say, when you’re in the moment, it’s not what you know, but who you know, and you’ll quickly discover our Tour Directors know all the local secrets and insider tips. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination. It's time to tour with Globus.
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