Portugal and Its Islands

Highlights

City

• Lisbon
• Belém

Attraction

• Fado Dinner Show
• St. Michael Island, Azores
• Terra Nostra Botanical Garden Guided Walk or Thermal Pool Experience
• Terra Nostra Botanical Garden
• Sete Cidades
• Madeira Island
• Espetada Dinner Folkloric Show
• Folkloric Show

City

• Porto Moniz

Included in Price

Culinary

• Experience a truly unique cozido das Furnas lunch in Furnas Valley.
• Enjoy a traditional dinner in Madeira, known as an espetada, and local folkloric entertainment.
• Taste Madeira wine and learn why it’s had such an important role in the history of the island.

Experience

• Be a guest at a family-run ceramic factory and learn about Portuguese pottery.
• Visit Funchal’s Lavradores market, a fruit and exotic-flower paradise.
• Experience a night of fado (UNESCO) and learn about this traditional art form.

Optional, not included

Sintra: Portugal's Royal Havens: Sintra & Cascais

• On this fascinating tour, visit the charming town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its historic palaces, castles, and gardens, and tour the Sintra National Palace. Later, drive through the mountains to the rugged coastline, passing Guincho Beach, a favorite spot for windsurfers. Arrive at Boca do Inferno ("mouth of hell" in English), an ancient cave whose wide-open mouth juts into the sea, forming an archway. Then arrive at the Portuguese Riviera, known as the "playground of kings." Many royals and world leaders have chosen this resort area as their home, and visitors flock here to soak up the luxe atmosphere. Scenic, cosmopolitan Cascais sits on a broad blue bay with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Duration approximately 5.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 6 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
  
  
  

Sao Miguel, Azores: Whale Watching Adventure and L

• Go searching for gentle giants on a whale watching excursion! Venture out into the blue Atlantic and search for some of the 28 species of cetaceans. Learn about the culture of whales in the Azores from an expert biologist, detailing the social shift of whale treatment in the area. From whale hunting to whale watching, you’ll understand the cultural evolution that has led to respecting these peaceful animals in present day. Sperm whales, pilot whales, and pods of dolphins frequent the Azorean waters, and you might be able to catch some blue whales or fin whales migrating through the area. After you’re back on land, reflect on your adventure with a lunch featuring local flavors. Duration approximately 4 hour(s). Transportation is not included A minimum of 6 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
  
  This optional tour is weather-dependent and may be cancelled without previous notice. If cancelled due to weather, you will be reimbursed.
  Please note, this option is not suitable for people with back problems due to impact by waves.

Madeira Island: Levada Walk & Santana's Traditiona

• Explore Madeira's eastern side with a full-day optional tour which combines Madeira's stunning natural landsacapes with some of its early history. Start with a visit to Pico do Arieiro, one of Madeira's highest peaks where, on most days, you can stand and look down on the clouds. Follow with an easy trek along the island’s levadas, and learn about this unique watering system. Then travel to a Quinta for lunch with views of the Atlantic. End with a visit to Santana's traditional A-frame houses, constructed with triangular rooftops protected by straw. While most of these homes are no longer lived in, they are a reminder of the island’s farming past. Duration approximately 7 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.
  
  
  Levada walk is approximately a one-hour walk in moderate terrain. We recommend you wear comfortable walking shoes.

Pawtucket, RI: Portugal & its Islands Tour Gratuit

• You can now include pre-paid tipping into your guided tour purchase. You pay for your tipping up front, we handle the rest, and you can cross one more thing off your “To Do” list. No more running to an ATM at the last minute on tour, or carrying around cash you won’t spend. Transportation is not included
  
  Prepaid gratuities are only available to guests departing from Australia & New Zealand. This covers tips for the Tour Manager, driver(s), and local guides including optional tours. Airport transfer and extension gratuities are not included in this amount.
  

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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