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Christmas in Porto & New Year on the Lisbon Coast
From £3,249
Duration 11 Days
Departures from: Dec 2024 - Dec 2024
From £3,249
Duration 11 Days
Departures from:
Dec 2024 - Dec 2024
Tour Overview
Beaches, palaces and historic hilltop towns - this festive tour to one of Portugal's most stunning regions has the lot. Take it all in as you celebrate Christmas and New Year in great company.
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Festive
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Half Board
Your Holiday Includes
- Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
- Return flights from London
- 10 nights half-board in 3 & 4-star hotels
- A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
- 22 included meals: 10 breakfasts, 1 festive Christmas Day lunch, a New Year's Day lunch & 10 dinners including a New Year's Eve gala dinner
- Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
Included Holiday Highlights
- Tour of Porto with a tasting of port wine
- Celebrate Christmas Day with a traditional lunch
- The city of Guimarães & the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança
- Tour of Viana do Castelo
- Coimbra & its ancient university
- Discover Portugal's capital, Lisbon
- Explore UNESCO-listed Sintra & Cabo da Roca Lighthouse
- Visit the hilltop town of Obidos
Itinerary
Day 2 Christmas Eve, Porto
It's famous for producing port wine, which is indeed delicious, but there's more to Porto than just a great drink! Today we'll tour its highlights, from the Baroque marvel that is Clérigos Church to the centuries-old Lello Bookstore, where books run all the way up to the carved ceiling. Take some free time to explore on your own or with your fellow travellers and enjoy lunch in one of the excellent local restaurants. Afterwards, we'll wander through the winding cobbled streets of historic Ribeira and admire the Neoclassical opulence of the 19th century Stock Exchange Palace. Tonight, a Festive dinner awaits.
Meals included: B,DDay 3 Christmas Day, Porto
Feliz Natal! Today is a day to spend in the way that makes you happiest. You'll have a joyful Christmas lunch with your fellow travellers at the hotel, as well as dinner at the hotel later on. Otherwise, choose your own activities at the hotel or around the surrounding areas
Meals included: B,L,DDay 4 Boxing Day, Viana do Castelo
Most of today will be spent on an excursion to Viana do Castelo. Prepare to be amazed by the beauty of this area, which has an abundance of all that makes the Costa Verde and Minho regions so special. In contrast with the verdant landscapes and sweeping coastline, the city itself buzzes with an industrial vitality that
comes from its long history of shipbuilding. Famous sights include the Pousada de Viana do Castelo, an elegant early 20th century building perched on leafy Monte de Santa Luzia.
Day 5 Guimarães
The city of Guimarães is our next exciting destination. This is where the first king of Portugal, Afonso Henriques, was born. Our visit today we will admire the scenic square of Largo da Oliveira and a host of historic buildings, including an atmospheric ruined castle, before exploring the Palace of the Dukes of Bragança.
Meals included: B,DDay 6 Porto - Coimbra - Cascais
Coimbra was the medieval capital of Portugal and the legacy of that important role is still very apparent, as we'll discover on our visit to the city today. Architectural highlights include the ancient University of Coimbra and the magnificent New Cathedral, which, despite its name, opened in the 17th century. Next we'll continue to the coastal town of Cascais, your base for the remainder of your festive holiday.
Meals included: B,DDay 7 Lisbon
Something completely different today, as we make our way to Lisbon for a panoramic tour and change of pace. Admire a wealth of historic architecture in the Moorish Quarter, view the iconic Belém Tower and also the Jerónimos Monastery. We will take a visit to the National Tile Museum and also cross the 25th April bridge to the Statue of Christ the Redeemer to enjoy the fantastic views.
Meals included: B,DDay 8 Sintra & Cabo da Roca Lighthouse
You're sure to fall in love with Sintra, a UNESCO-listed town jam-packed with breathtaking architecture, from the grand villas to the multiple palaces that dominate the skyline. We'll have a tour of Sintra National Palace, with its unmistakable twin chimneys and lavish painted interiors. We’ll also visit the Cabo da Roca Lighthouse - the westernmost point of continental Europe. Meals included: B,DDay 9 New Year's Eve, Óbidos
Today we explore the hilltop town of Óbidos a compact town that is easy to explore on foot with it's narrow cobbled streets, lined with whitewashed buildings. With time to shop for local crafts. You could pick up some local specialties such as cherry liqueur or artisanal handicrafts during free time here. We'll be welcoming the new year with an all-out celebration at a wonderful gala dinner.
Meals included: B,DDay 10 New Year's Day, Cascais
New Year's Day is usually slow-paced, so you'll have the day to yourself to relax or explore as you choose. After brunch at the hotel, you could explore the gorgeous beaches and gardens of Cascais, or stroll along Rua Direita, the main street. Perhaps you prefer to just unwind in your room or find your fellow travellers and spend time with them around the grounds of the hotel.
Back at the hotel this evening, we'll gather for a farewell dinner.
Day 11 Lisbon - UK
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before we transfer you to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
Meals included: BAccommodation (as specified or similar)
Grande Hotel Do Porto
In Porto you'll stay in the Grande Hotel Do Porto, a beautifully preserved 18th century building in the heart of the city. There are wonderful period features throughout and facilities include a restaurant, bar, fitness centre and free wi-fi. Guest rooms have private facilities, TV and mini-bar.
In Porto you'll stay in the Grande Hotel Do Porto, a beautifully preserved 18th century building in the heart of the city. There are wonderful period features throughout and facilities include a restaurant, bar, fitness centre and free wi-fi. Guest rooms have private facilities, TV and mini-bar.
Hotel Vila Gale Cascais
Enjoying sea views and located just a few metres from the renowned Cascais Marina, the hotel is set amidst landscaped gardens and is within easy walking distance of the historic town centre. Hotel facilities include restaurant, bar, outdoor swimming pool (open subject to the season) and health club. The well- appointed guest rooms feature private facilities, TV, wi-fi, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer. If you wish to upgrade to a room with a sea view for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.
Enjoying sea views and located just a few metres from the renowned Cascais Marina, the hotel is set amidst landscaped gardens and is within easy walking distance of the historic town
centre. Hotel facilities include restaurant, bar, outdoor swimming pool (open subject to the season) and health club. The well- appointed guest rooms feature private facilities, TV, wi-fi, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer.
If you wish to upgrade to a room with a sea view for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.
Further Information
- Deposit information
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When you book a holiday, you will be asked to pay a deposit, this will be made clear at the time of booking. In most cases we will charge the following deposit amount;
- UK Holidays - £150 per person
- European Holidays - £200 Per person
- Worldwide Holidays - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater
On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.
If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.
- Our cancellation policy
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If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.
- More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
- 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
- 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
- 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
- Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price
Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.
- How do I find out Entry and Health Requirements for my holiday?
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We have partnered with Sherpa, an on-line self service tool that allows you to search up-to-date information regarding travel entry requirements for all countries and also allows you to apply for eVisas or eTAs via their on-line portal. Just click on this link to find out more – Travel requirement & Visa Service.
You can also refer to the Foreign Travel Advice section on the gov.uk website: Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Click on your destination and then click on 'Entry Requirements'. For Health Requirements, the Department of Health also offers travellers health advice on www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, click on country information to locate your destination.
It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.
For some destinations, it is not always discernable that a visa is required for entry at the border. For example, for some customers, to travel to the United States, an ESTA may be required. For Canada, an ETA and to India, an e-visa may be needed. Please do check your requirements to avoid any unnecessary cost and delays.
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