Faro is the gateway to the Algarve, the region in Portugal most popular with tourists. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, the weather in Faro is picture-perfect for sightseeing. The town has been settled continuously since the fourth century before the Common Era, and that long, storied history can be seen everywhere in the city center, from the marina to the cathedral.
Many people come to Faro for fun in the sun, and the beaches in the area are some of the most popular in Portugal. Take a trip to the Ria Formosa Natural Park and experience beaches both big and small, including Cabo de Santa Maria, the country`s southernmost point. Whether you`re mild or more wild, Faro offers attractions for every type of traveler.
The Algarve is understandably the most popular destination in Portugal. Spend your days soaking in the glorious sunshine in the Algarve East area (the quieter end of the coast); and then head to the capital; Faro (a peaceful ambience is exuded from the picturesque walled Old Town, the food and local music are both delectable). Get ready to rock in the Algarve West area (it`s loud, it`s brash, it`s undeniably fun!) before you head home. Explore it all with a rental car which allows you an opportunity to see everything on your own schedule!. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into and out of Faro
Rental Car for 7 days.
Pick Up/Drop Off: Faro Airport
Hotel for 2 nights in The East Algarve Area
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Hotel for 2 nights in The West Algarve Area
Driving Time Faro Airport - East Algarve Area: 30-40 mins. approx. East Algarve Area - Faro: 30-40 mins. approx. Faro - West Algarve Area: 30-40 mins. approx. West Algarve Area - Faro Airport: 30-40 mins. approx.
Venture through Portugal and visit three of its lovely cities. Start in Faro (often regrettably overlooked; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unspoilt beaches); and then continue to Lisbon (quaint cobbled alleys and ancient ruins belie its subtle energy, especially that of the soulful Fado music scene); and finally Porto (the former mainstay of Portuguese royalty; well known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere) - all with a rail pass. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Faro and out of Porto
Railpass: 3 non-consecutive days
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Please Note: A Railpass is not a ticket. You will need to go to the train station on your day of departure in each destination to activate the pass for that day and purchase your seat reservations.
Visit three enchanting cities with this customizable getaway package along Spain and Portugal. Start in Barcelona (always on the biting edge of fashion, music, food, art and architecture); then fly to Portugal, specifically to Lisbon (quaint cobbled alleys and ancient ruins, subtle energy, especially that of the soulful Fado music scene); and after that, catching a train to Faro (often regrettably overlooked; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unspoilt beaches). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Barcelona and out of Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in Barcelona
Flight from Barcelona to Lisbon
Railpass: 3 non-consecutive days
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Please Note: A Railpass is not a ticket. You will need to go to the train station on your day of departure in each destination to activate the pass for that day and purchase your seat reservations.
It`s not surprising that many people who come on holiday to
Portugal and in the amazing Algarve end up coming back year after year. With this Self-Drive vacation package you will spend fantastic days in Faro (the capital of the Algarve, a beautiful town with peaceful ambience); and then, Albufeira(the liveliest of cities on the stunning Algarve coast); and finally, Lagos(a historic city with a pretty town center, glorious beaches, and energetic nightlife). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
With this flexible vacation package, Portugal and its highlights are within your reach!. Begin in Porto (known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere); next stop its; Coimbra (the country`s famed university town), next; Lisbon (a feast for all the senses, with medieval towers, nearby glorious beaches, and soulful music in the air); and then end your stay in Faro (the capital of the popular Algarve region; here you`ll find sun and sand, Roman ruins, fresh seafood, and be able to wind down and relax from making so many glorious memories). For convenience, you will take the Rial Pass train between each city. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Porto and out of Faro
Railpass: 5 non-consecutive days
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Hotel for 2 nights in Coimbra
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Please Note: A Railpass is not a ticket. You will need to go to the train station on your day of departure in each destination to activate the pass for that day and purchase your seat reservations.
Three of Portugal`s most memorable cities are at your grasp with this customizable package. Start in Porto (the former mainstay of Portuguese royalty; well known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere); then, continue to Lisbon (quaint cobbled alleys and ancient ruins belie its subtle energy, especially that of the soulful Fado music scene); and finish in Faro (often regrettably overlooked; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unspoilt beaches). These destinations are connected by flights. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Porto and out of Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Flight from Porto to Lisbon
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Flight from Lisbon to Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Porto - Lisbon - Faro with Rail Pass
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Portugal awaits you, ready to be explored, offering three of its charming cities. Start in Porto (the former mainstay of Portuguese royalty; well known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere); then, take a train to Lisbon (quaint cobbled alleys and ancient ruins belie its subtle energy, especially that of the soulful Fado music scene) and finally, catch one last train to Faro (often regrettably overlooked; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unspoilt beaches). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Porto and out of Faro
Railpass: 3 non-consecutive days
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Please Note: A Railpass is not a ticket. You will need to go to the train station on your day of departure in each destination to activate the pass for that day and purchase your seat reservations.
Portuguese Beaches (Self Drive)
12 nights from
$1,169*
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Explore the sunshine-laden, warm sandy beaches that define the coasts of Portugal: Begin in the Algarve West area (the loud, brash, unruly side of the popular Algarve region); and then head to the Costa Azul, the Estoril Coast, the stunning Silver Coast (not only a beach destination, but a full of history and heritage) and lastly the Costa Verde (a popular area set against a mountainous backdrop). End your stay in Porto to unwind after this unforgettable tour through paradise! With a rental car, the trip is totally in your hands! Rental car pickup will be at Faro airport, drop-off will be upon arrival in Porto.This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Begin this unique adventure in Portugal, visiting Lisbon (the capital of Portugal with delicious food, medieval architecture, and soulful fado music);then, take a train to lovely Faro (the principal city of the Algarve region; sunshine and beaches abound here alongside Roman ruins and medieval monuments); and finally catch a flight to Funchal, the capital city of Madeira Island (situated between wide stretches of beach and imposing mountains, it is subdued by day and lively in the evening). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Lisbon and out of Madeira Island (Funchal)
Railpass: 3 non-consecutive days
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Flight from Faro to Madeira Island
Hotel for 3 nights in Madeira Island (Funchal)
Please Note: A Railpass is not a ticket. You will need to go to the train station on your day of departure in each destination to activate the pass for that day and purchase your seat reservations.
Faro and the East Algarve (Self Drive)
6 nights from
$989*
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The ultimate in relaxation is yours to enjoy in the Algarve, pass your days soaking in the glorious sunshine on the more quiet end of the area: Start in Faro (a peaceful ambience is exuded from the picturesque walled Old Town, the food and local music are both delectable, then unwind in the Algarve East area (a quiet, laid back, sunshine-laden beach destination) before you head home. Explore it all with a rental car which allows you an opportunity to see everything on your own schedule! This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Faro and out of Faro
Car rental for 7 days
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in The East Algarve area
An Explorer`s Journey (Self Drive from Porto to Faro)
14 nights from
$1,583*
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Discover Portugal "A la Vasco da Gama", the famous Portuguese explorer. Combine with a Rental Cars and visit these cities stretching from the north of the country to the south. Begin in Porto (the former mainstay of Portuguese royalty); then, make a stop in the fabulous Costa Verde, then continue to Coimbra; Obidos; the capital city Lisbon (a feast for all the senses); next, The Costa Azul; Evora (capital of the sleepy Alentejo region); and finally Faro (your homebase for exploring the glorious, sunshine laden Algarve). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Porto and out of Faro
Hotel in Porto for 2 nights
Rental Car for 13 days
Hotel for 2 nights in the Costa Verde
Hotel for 2 nights in Coimbra
Hotel for 1 night in Obidos
Hotel for 2 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 2 nights in The Costa Azul
Hotel for 1 night in Evora
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Driving Time Porto - Costa Verde Area: 20 -55 mins. approx. Costa Verde Area - Coimbra: 1 hr. 30 mins./2 hrs. approx. Coimbra - Obidos: 1 hr. 25 mins. approx. Obidos - Lisbon: 1 hr. 10 mins. approx. Lisbon - Costa Azul Area: 40-55 mins. approx. Costa Azul Area - Evora: 1 hr. 40 mins. approx. Evora - Faro: 2 hrs. 30 mins. approx.
The East Algarve Getaway (Self Drive)
6 nights from
$949*
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Spend days soaking in the sunshine on Portugal`s most family friendly beaches with this customizable vacation package. Relax in the Algarve East Region (a quiet, laid back, sunshine-laden beach destination) before spending few nights in Faro (with a traditional walled Old Town, a place where to enjoy the peaceful ambience and stroll the sandy shores). Connect each destination with a Rental-Car, that allows you to enjoy the beautiful landscape. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into and out of Faro
Rental Car for 7 days
Hotel for 4 nights in The East Algarve Area
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Driving Time Faro Airport - East Algarve Area: 40-50 mins. approx. East Algarve Area - Faro: 45-55 mins. approx.
The West Algarve Getaway (Self Drive)
7 nights from
$1,017*
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Discover The West Algarve, in Portugal with this flexible, Self-Drive vacation package. This side of the Algarve is known as the loud, brash, active side and it shows!. From surfing to clubbing, historic fishing villages, bustling warm sandy beaches, 300 days of sunshine per year, splendid energy and nightlife. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into and out of Faro
Rental Car for 8 days
Hotel for 5 nights in The West Algarve Area
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Driving Time Faro Airport - West Algarve Area: 40- mins/1 hr.15. approx. West Algarve Area - Faro: 40- mins/1 hr.20 approx.
Sleepy Southern Portugal (Self Drive from Lisbon to Faro)
8 nights from
$1,097*
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Life moves at a slower pace with this Self Drive across Portugal. Begin your relaxing stay in Lisbon (where traditional cuisine, soulful Fado music, and medieval history will fill your senses). Continue to Evora (the capital of the sleepy Alentejo region with historic buildings, picturesque parks, and romantic hideaways); and visit The Alentejo Golden Plains area will fill your memory with stunning landscapes delicious wines. Next, steel away in the Algarve East region (a quiet, laid back, sunshine-laden beach destination). End your stay in Faro (with a traditional walled Old Town, enjoy the peaceful ambience and stroll the sandy shores). Travel between these cities with a Rental Car. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Lisbon and out of Faro
Hotel for 2 nights in Lisbon
Rental Car for 7 days
Hotel for 2 nights in Evora
Hotel for 1 night in the Alentejo Golden Plains Area
Hotel for 2 nights in the Algarve East Area
Hotel for 1 night in Faro
Driving Time Lisbon - Evora: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx. Evora - Alentejo Golden Plains Area: 20 mins/1 hr. approx. Alentejo Golden Plains Area - Algarve East Area: 2 hrs./2 hrs. 40 mins. approx. Algarve East Area - Faro Airport: 20-45 mins. approx.
The Algarve is teeming with life; it is one of the most popular party destinations in Portugal. Situated on the southern coast of the country, it enjoys nearly constant sunshine and never wants for things to do or see!. Start your totally customizable vacation package in Faro (the capital of the area, with sunny beaches and a pretty, walled Old Town), then continue to Vilamoura (a resort town with celebrated golf courses and a trendy marina with chic nightlife), continue to Albufeira (an Algarve favorite for its energy and buzzing lifestyle) and end your stay in glorious Praia da Rocha (a loud, brash town with a perfect climate and lively nightlife)! Just make sure you wake up in time for your flight home when all is said and done! This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into and out of Faro
Rental Car for 9 days
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Hotel for 2 nights in Vilamoura
Hotel for 2 nights in Albufeira
Hotel for 2 nights in Praia da Rocha
Marian Shrines in Europe (Self Drive)
18 nights from
$2,380*
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During this self-guided tour through Spain, Portugal, and France experience important pilgrimage sites, cathedrals, and shrines - each with its own special connection to the blessed mother Mary. Combine Seville (where you can visit the Virgin of Macarena at Seville`s cathedral), Faro (the Cathedral of Santa Maria), Lisbon (where the church of the famed Jeronimos Monastery is dedicated to Mary of Bethlehem), Fatima (a veritable pilgrimage site; here the blessed mother appeared to three small children in 1917 and now the town revolves around her presence), Santiago de Compostela (one of the world`s most popular pilgrimage sites where you can walk parts of the Camino Pilgrim`s Way and visit the cathedral where the relics of James the Apostle rest), Burgos, Lourdes (see the grotto where the Virgin appeared in 1858, the shrine to Our Lady of Lourdes, and the birthplace of St. Bernadette), Zaragoza (home to a miraculous image of the Virgin at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar), and finally Madrid (be sure to visit the priceless treasures of the Prado, and plan to stop in to nearby Avila, where St. Teresa founded the Order of Carmelites).
These are only a few highlights of the innumerable shrines to the Virgin Mary, but they are some of the most famous and enduring! If you have the opportunity, be sure to stop for Mass in any of the cathedrals or join in on the candlelight vigils and Rosary recitations. This is a flexible package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Seville and out of Madrid
Hotel for 2 nights in Seville
Car rental for 15 days
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Hotel for 2 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 2 nights in Fatima
Hotel for 2 nights in Santiago de Compostela
Hotel for 2 nights in Burgos
Hotel for 2 nights in Lourdes
Hotel for 2 nights in Zaragoza
Hotel for 2 nights in Madrid
Daily breakfast (if stated in hotel description)
Lisbon and Faro (Self Drive)
6 nights from
$1,011*
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Portugal is growing in popularity, and by combining these two fantastic cities it is easy to see why! Begin in Lisbon (the capital of Portugal; set on seven hills overlooking the beautiful Tagus; delicious food, medieval architecture, and soulful fado music), then continue to lovely Faro (the principal city of the Algarve region; sunshine and beaches abound here alongside Roman ruins and medieval monuments). With a rental car, you can choose to explore the Algarve, or nearby areas like the Alentejo Golden Plains! This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, rental car, desired hotels and activities.
Experience Portugal like never before and venture through three of its lovely cities. Begin in Faro (often regrettably overlooked; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unspoilt beaches); then, take a flight to Lisbon(quaint cobbled alleys and ancient ruins belie its subtle energy, especially that of the soulful Fado music scene); and a final flight to Porto (the former mainstay of Portuguese royalty; well known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Faro and out of Porto
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Flight from Faro to Lisbon
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Flight from Lisbon to Porto
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Faro - Lisbon - Porto with Evora and Batalha
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Portugal is at your grasp to venture and see these beloved cities. Start this adventure in
Faro (the capital of the Algarve, a beautiful town with peaceful ambience); after that, visit
Lisbon (quaint cobbled alleys and ancient ruins belie its subtle energy, especially that of the soulful Fado music scene); and finally, enjoy
Porto (the former mainstay of Portuguese royalty; well known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere). Private transfers will take you between these destinations, that will allow you to explore the following stops: Evora (charming town and base to explore the Alentejo regions and Batalha (a town famous for its gothic Monastery in the Silver Coast area. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Faro and out of Porto
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Transfer from Hotel in Faro to Hotel in Lisbon via Evora
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Transfer from Hotel in Lisbon to Hotel in Porto via Batalha
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Porto - Coimbra - Lisbon - Faro
10 nights from
$1,524*
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A total tour of Portugal, complete with its most dazzling and popular cities: Porto (known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere), Coimbra (the country`s famed university town), Lisbon (the stunning medieval capital city with soulful Fado music, great cuisine, and history packed into its charming streets) and Faro (the capital of the popular Algarve region; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unsplit beaches); as well as some of its hidden gems such as the beautiful Bucaco National Park and the important historic and religious cities of Fatima and Tomar. Enjoy private transfers with stops at these destinations. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Porto and out of Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Transfer from Hotel in Porto to Hotel in Coimbra via Bucaco National Park
Hotel for 2 nights in Coimbra
Transfer from Hotel in Coimbra to Hotel in Lisbon via Tomar and Fatima
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Transfer from Hotel in Lisbon to Hotel in Faro via Evora
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Porto - Lisbon - Faro with Batalha and Evora
9 nights from
$1,358*
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Experience the beauty of Portugal with this holiday package along The Silver and The Algarve East Coasts; visiting:
Porto (known for its Port wines, delicious food, and vibrant atmosphere); then, Lisbon (the stunning medieval capital city with soulful Fado music, great cuisine, and history packed into its charming streets) and Faro (the capital of the popular Algarve region; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unsplit beaches). Enjoy private transfers with stops at these destinations that allowing you to explore: Batalha (with its famous monastery) and Evora (known for its architecture of the white houses, the tiles and the balconies). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Porto and out of Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in Porto
Transfer from Hotel in Porto to Hotel in Lisbon via Batalha
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Transfer from Hotel in Lisbon to Hotel in Faro via Evora
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Lisbon and The Algarve via The Alentejo Coast
7 nights from
$1,189*
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With this flexible vacation package, Portugal and its highlights are within your reach!. Combine stays in Lisbon (the dazzling capital with charming neighborhoods with local culture and festivals); after that, explore Lagos (located in the stunning Algarve where sun, sand, and adventure abound). Continue this journey to your last destination, on the southernmost city of the country; in Faro (the capital of the area, with sunny beaches and a pretty walled Old Town). Private transfers will take you between these cities and along The Alentejo Coast and The Algarve, with stops at Alcacer do Sal and Sao Lourenco de Almancil. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Lisbon and out of Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Transfer from Hotel in Lisbon to Hotel in Lagos via Alcacer do Sal
Hotel for 2 nights in Lagos
Transfer from Hotel in Lagos to Hotel in Faro via Church of Sao Lourenco de Almancil
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Seville and Lisbon via The Algarve and The Alentejo Coast
10 nights from
$1,539*
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Explore southern Spain and Portugal with stops at some truly hidden gems along the way, a great introduction to some of the most inspiring and historic cites of each country. Have a wonderful time in Seville (famous worldwide for its culture, monuments, traditions and flamenco dance); after that, in Portugal, visit; Faro (the southernmost and capital city of the Portugal’s Algarve region); then, continue to Lagos (located also in the stunning Algarve; where sun, sand, and adventure abound); and finally, Lisbon (the Portuguese and charming capital city).
This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Seville and out of Lisbon
Hotel for 3 nights in Seville
Transfer from Hotel in Seville to Hotel in Faro via Huelva
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Transfer from Hotel in Faro to Hotel in Lagos via Alte
Hotel for 2 nights in Lago
Transfer from Hotel in Lago to Hotel in Lisbon via Alcacer do Sal
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Lisbon and The Algarve with Rail Pass
7 nights from
$1,441*
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Take the Rail Pass Train between destinations and enjoy a fantastic trip along Portugal, visiting: Lisbon (the capital of Portugal; with beautiful neighborhoods full of amazing food, shops, leisure activities and quaint local festivals); then, Lagos (located in the stunning Algarve where sun, sand, and adventure abound); and finally, the southernmost city of the country and also capital of The Algarve Region; Faro (with sunny beaches and a pretty walled Old Town). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Flight into Lisbon and out of Faro
Railpass: 3 non-consecutive days
Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Hotel for 2 nights in Lagos
Hotel for 2 nights in Faro
Please Note: A Railpass is not a ticket. You will need to go to the train station on your day of departure in each destination to activate the pass for that day and purchase your seat reservations.
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Lisbon, a dazzling city stretching along Tagus river, makes an enchanting European capital. Its nucleus, an ancient fortress, is now circled by neighborhoods drenched with medieval charm. Handcrafts - from embroidery to leatherwork - are peddled right on the streets. At night, yellow electric tramcars continue to wind their way up and down the hills in the sound of traditional Fado songs. Ample opportunities exist for seeing popular celebrations, for shopping, and for enjoying the nightlife along the riverbank.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s: Alfama, Baixa and Chiado, Se de Lisboa, Sao Roque Church, Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Torre de Belem, Discoveries Monument, Museu Nacional dos Coches, Parque das Nacos, Elevador de Santa Justa, Tram 28 and so much more!
Porto (also known as Oporto) is the second city of Portugal, and a hub for the northern part of the country in terms of arts, entertainment, culture and shopping. Previously conquered by the Celts, Romans and Moors, Porto has been a jewel in the Portuguese royal crown for nearly a millennium. The city offers art treasures, medieval cathedrals, museums, shopping, and delicious food and drink, all while tourists enjoy breathtaking views of the River Douro, which empties into the Atlantic just three miles from the city center. Don`t miss the center, in particular the Ribeira neighborhood, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Porto Cathedral (Sé), Clerigos Church and Tower, Palacio da Bolsa, the gardens at the Palacio de Cristal, Ponte Dom Luis I, the port wine lodges of Vila Nova de Gaia, the Funicular dos Guindais, Praça da Liberdade, Avenida dos Aliados, and so much more!
Faro is the gateway to the Algarve, the region in Portugal most popular with tourists. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, the weather in Faro is postcard-perfect for enjoying fun in the sun and sightseeing. The town has been settled continuously since the fourth century before the Common Era, and that long, storied history can be seen from the marina to the cathedral.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Faro Cathedral, Igreja do Carmo, Palacete Belmarco, Faro Island, Cabo de Santa Maria, Igreja da Misericordia, Arco da Vila, Arco da Repouso, Muralhas de Faro and so much more!
The region of Portugal known as the Alentejo Coast stands at a crossroads between rolling hills and farmland and some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Using the region`s largest city, Santiago do Cacem, as a base, you can explore the areas up and down the coast, from the Troia Peninsula to the Vicentine Coast Natural Park.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Alcacer do Sal, Grandola, Sao Teotonio, Santiago do Cacem, Sines, Porto Covo, Vila Nova de Milfontes, Zambujeira do Mar, Vicentine Coast Natural Park, Rota Vicentina, and so much more!
The capital of the provincial Beira Baixa region, Castelo Branco owes its existence to the Knights Templar, which built a castle and city walls on a hillside in the thirteenth century, in the same area where a Roman castro was abandoned a millennium before. The Bishop of Guarda (later called the Bishop of Castelo Branco) turned the area around the castle into a palatial yet pious homestead. The beautiful palace garden leads to a two-story mansion, which now houses the Museu Francisco Tavares Proenca Junior. After you wander the streets of the old town, you can use Castelo Branco as a jumping-off point to explore the Beira Baixa region.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s: Castelo Branco Castle, Igreja de Sao Miguel, Museu Franciso Tavares Proenca Junior, Jardim do Paco Episcopal, Jardim Municipal de Castelo Branco, Geopark Naturtejo, Idanha-a-Velha, Egitania, Monsanto, Penha Garcia, and so much more!
The first peoples who lived in what is now Albufeira on Portugal`s Algarve coast arrived during the Bronze Age. The Romans, Arabs and Portuguese all ended up making a mark on this picturesque resort town, the `castle on the sea`. Hundreds of thousands of tourists come to Albufeira every year to see the Old Town, party on The Strip, and enjoy some fun in the sun at a number of local beaches.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See`s:
Praia do Peneco, Praia da Oura, Igreja de Sant`Ana, Capela de Sao Sebastiao, Igreja Matriz, Albufeira`s Old Town, The Strip, Roman ruins of Cerro da Vila, Zoomarine Algarve, and so much more!
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