PORTUGAL HIGHLIGHTS
Description
Itinerary
Price
Hotel
Remarks
Description
Overview
A new type of trip drenched in sun and packed with wellness vibes, this one’s designed to dive deep into the unique beauty and culture of Portugal. Journeying from Lisbon to Porto, this trip hits iconic destinations, uncovers Portuguese culture & soaks up the good vibes and free spirit of surf culture across the azure shores of Portugal’s beautiful coastlines.
Included/Excluded
- Hotel/hostel accommodation
- Local transport
- Various experiences like guided tours and meals
- An expert Trip Manager & Driver
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
- Breakfast daily (plus a few lunches and dinners too)
- A group of friendly travellers from around the world, all aged 18-35
- 24/7 support
- Flights to/from your start/end destination
- Optional Free Time Add-Ons
- Meals not mentioned
Included
- Hotel/hostel accommodation
- Local transport
- Various experiences like guided tours and meals
- An expert Trip Manager & Driver
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
- Breakfast daily (plus a few lunches and dinners too)
- A group of friendly travellers from around the world, all aged 18-35
- 24/7 support
Excluded
- Flights to/from your start/end destination
- Optional Free Time Add-Ons
- Meals not mentioned
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Lisbon
Lisbon:
- Meeting in the luscious city of Lisbon we’ll admire the Gothic glamour, winding cobbled streets, gorgeous cathedrals and scenic views.
- But the best way to explore this gastronomic capital is through taste, why not sample some delicacies and the Lisbon speciality: green wine, or maybe go for a glass of port in the Bairro Alto and watch the sunset.
Day 2: Lisbon to Porto via Nazare and Coimbra
Lisbon:
- See ya, Lisbon. We’ll never forget your culinary and cultural charms.
Nazare:
- We’ll make a quick stop to visit the this tiny town known for it’s massive waves & surfing scene.
Coimbra:
- This lively city is bursting at the seams with historical monuments. It’s home to Portugal’s oldest university, and when we stop for lunch we’ll fall in love with the old stone walls and tumbling terraces of pastel coloured buildings.
Porto:
- And welcome to Porto. Famous for port wine, baroque architecture and a UNESCO-Listed historic centre, you’ll feel right at home in this colourful city… and tonight you’re free to check it out however you like.
Included Experience:
- Ramble around Coimbra
- Seas the day at Nazare
Day 3: Porto
Porto:
- Today is yours to explore Porto’s many wonders with your new Contiki crew. Need some inspo? Why not visit the Harry Potter Library, or one of the city’s multiple famous wine cellars? (Magic awaits, whatever you do.)
Day 4: Porto to Peniche via Aveiro and Obidos
Porto:
- We’re saying ‘Tchau’ to Porto today. After breakfast we’re taking the coach towards Santa Cruz.
Aveiro:
- This mini-Venice is a gorgeous town built on canals. We’ll have an optional traditional boat tour to cruise the winding canals, admiring the colourful houses.
Obidos:
- Another stop for lunch, another stunning historic old town to enjoy it in. Obidos will charm us with its whitewashed houses and ruddy blooms of flowers.
Peniche:
- Arriving on the surf shore of Peniche, we’ll settle into our modern hotel, with whitewashed walls, colourful rugs & wall murals, right in front of Alfarroba beach.
- Complete with indoor & outdoor swimming pools, a bar and Green Key sustainability award status, this is the perfect place to base ourselves whether you’re looking to kick back or hit the waves.
Included Experience:
- Glide down the Aveiro Canals
- Visit Obidos
Optional Experience:
- Portuguese Wine Tasting MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
Day 5: Peniche
Peniche:
- Peniche is famous for its supreme surf beach – Praia dos Supertubos, less than 10mins from our accommodation – with a tubular wave that makes it one of the locations of choice for big time international surf event Rip Curl Pro.
- The shallow slope combined with the north wind and ocean currents together create a tall, perfectly hollow wave for surfing and bodyboarding.
- But it’s not all about the professionals – here you’ll find ideal surfing conditions for all abilities, and so many beaches that overcrowding never becomes a problem.
Optional Experience:
- Cruise the Berlengas islands
Day 6: Peniche to The Algarve via Evora and Albufeira
Peniche:
- Peniche – you’ve been a dream. It’s time to drag ourselves away this morning as we head to The Algarve.
Évora:
- Another trip to the past as we head inside the 14th century walls of Evora, home to grandiose medieval cathedrals, roman baths and a spectacular town square. After wondering the cobbled streets we’ll head on towards the Algarve.
Albufeira:
- Hitting another coast on the way, we’ll make a quick stop here for dinner and some more idyllic exploration.
The Algarve:
- This picture perfect port-side part of Portugal retains Evora’s quaint cobbled lanes but adds a whole bunch of stunning beaches.
Included Experience:
- Get to know Evora
Day 7: The Algarve
The Algarve:
- Today is yours to enjoy the Algarve. Play golf, eat, take a boat trip, swim, soak up some rays or enjoy some water sports. The choice is yours in this sun-drenched playground.
Optional Experience:
- Buggy Adventure
Day 8: The Algarve to Lisbon via Sintra
The Algarve:
- After breakfast, we have a short drive from the Algarve back to Lisbon today. Thanks for the good times!
Sintra:
- Welcome to the UNESCO town of Sintra. This fairytale town features turreted palaces and castle ruins – an insta dream.
Lisbon:
- Grab your new pals for a farewell feast – the perfect chance to reflect on how much we’ve fallen in love with Portugal, and say our sad goodbyes.
Included Experience:
- Explore Sintra
Optional Experience:
- Lisbon like a Local
Day 9: End Lisbon
Lisbon:
- Portugal, it’s been emotional. Your delicious food, rich culture, paradisaical coastlines and glittering waters will stay in our memories forever. But we’ll be back soon enough.
Price
PRICE FROM RM8,078 SUBJECT TO DATE AND AVAILABILITY.
Hotel
- Day 1: Hotel Roma (or similar)
- Day 2 – Day 3: Star Inn Porto (or similar)
- Day 4 – Day 5: Star Inn Peniche (or similar)
- Day 6 – Day 7: Hotel Vila Galé Tavira (or similar)
- Day 8: VIP Executive Zurique (or similar)
Remarks
