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Discover
Portugal

Lisbon · Sintra · Evora · Tomar · Coimbra · Porto

DatesApril 25 - May 2, 2027
Journey8 days · maximum 16
Tour price$2,799 per person

Adventure together

Culture, connection
and coastal magic.

From Lisbon's colourful streets and soulful fado to Porto's famous wine cellars and the beautiful Douro River, this small-group adventure is filled with history, food, laughter and unforgettable experiences.

Pre-night: $128 double · Post-night: $138 double

Your journey

Portugal,
day by day.

Led throughout by a National Geographic Expedition Leader with expert local guides.

Day 1

Lisbon

Arrive at any time. This evening, savour a traditional Portuguese dinner and a performance of fado in one of Lisbon's oldest neighbourhoods.

Meals included: Dinner
Lisbon's colourful historic city centre
Lisbon
Day 2

Lisbon

Travel to the fairytale castles and hills of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore colourful manors, medieval palaces and lush gardens, then enjoy an orientation walk and a free afternoon in Lisbon.

Meals included: Breakfast
The colourful Pena Palace in Sintra at sunset
Pena Palace, Sintra
A sunlit sea cave on Portugal's Atlantic coast
Portugal's Atlantic coast
Day 3

Lisbon to Evora

Head into the Alentejo region. Visit the haunting Chapel of Bones and Diana's Temple, one of the best-preserved Roman temples on the Iberian Peninsula.

Meals included: Breakfast
The historic cathedral in Evora
Historic Evora
The ornate interior of Evora's Chapel of Bones
Chapel of Bones
Day 4

Evora

Join a local expert at a traditional cork farm. Learn about harvesting and production, enjoy a cork stripper's lunch, then explore Evora's UNESCO-listed centre.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Cork, vineyards and countryside experiences in Portugal's Alentejo region
Alentejo cork farm and countryside
Day 5

Evora to Coimbra

Spend the day in Tomar exploring Portugal's Crusades era. Tour the Convent of Christ and Templar Castle, then continue to Coimbra.

Meals included: Breakfast
Coimbra illuminated in the evening
Evening in Coimbra
Day 6

Coimbra to Porto

Tour historic Coimbra University, including the Porta Ferra, Joanina Library, Chapel of Sao Miguel and Botanical Garden. Later, travel by train to Porto.

Meals included: Breakfast
The ornate interior of the Joanina Library at the University of Coimbra
Joanina Library, University of Coimbra
Day 7

Porto

Cruise the Douro River aboard a traditional Rabelo boat, then visit a port wine cellar for a tasting. Enjoy free time in the medieval Ribeira district.

Meals included: Breakfast
Porto and the Douro River
Porto and the Douro River
The scenic Douro Valley
Douro Valley
Vineyards in Portugal's Douro wine region
Douro wine country
Day 8

Porto

Depart at any time, taking home wonderful memories and new friendships.

Meals included: Breakfast
A panoramic view of historic Porto
Porto

A glimpse of your journey

Experience
Portugal.

Take a moment to imagine the colours, culture and unforgettable scenery waiting for you.

What's included

Signature
experiences.

Registration and payment

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your adventure?

Space is limited to 16 travelers. Contact Lisa to request your place. Availability will be confirmed before payment instructions are sent, so you never submit payment for an unconfirmed space.

Step 1

Request your space

Email or call with the traveler's name and preferred room arrangement.

Start Registration →503-307-9553Secure payment instructions will be provided after availability is confirmed.