Southern Portugal is a gem in the country`s crown! There are sleepy villages, wide open plains, olive groves, wineries, beaches, history, nightlife, and so much more. Faro is the entry point, and it lands in the middle of the celebrated Algarve region - known across the world for its glorious sunny beaches. What most don`t know is there is more to be had here than lazy days on the sand - Dancing, great food, museums, natural parks, surfing and other watersports all work to entice a variety of people to visit. Faro is also the perfect spot for hopping to Madeira Island or even over into southern Spain.The Alentejo Golden Plains lie just north of the Algarve. It is easily drivable and well worth a visit for the vineyards, olive groves, and pre-historic landmarks.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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:
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.
Visit the stunning Portugal`s Alentejo Region, and explore its historic cities, which still flourish to this day!. Combine a wonderful stay in Lisbon (the capital of Portugal; full of medieval charm and modern sensibilities) afer that, Evora (capital of the Alentejo Region, a musuem-city and UNESCO Heritage Site) and finally, the Alentejo Golden Plains (known for its flat, expansive wheat plains and simple beauty). With a Rental Car, you control your whole itinerary. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
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Hotel for 3 nights in Lisbon
Rental Car for 5 days
Hotel for 2 nights in Evora
Hotel for 2 nights in the Alentejo Golden Plains Area
Driving Time Lisbon - Evora: 1 hr. 30 mins. approx. Evora - Alentejo Golden Plains Area: 30 mins.- 1 hr. approx. Alentejo Golden Plains Area - Lisbon Airport: 1 hr. 30 mins. - 2 hrs. 30 mins. approx.
The cities and towns of the eastern Algarve are quieter than the towns to the west, but they are nonetheless very welcoming to all types of tourists. The cities claim scores of historic buildings, lots of old-world charm, a subdued way of life, relaxation and entertainment in equal measure. This area is also famous for having the warmest ocean waters in Portugal!
The cities and towns of the western Algarve, once sleepy fishing villages, are now some of the most-visited portions of Portugal, with domestic and international vacationers converging on the southern coast of the country for fun in the sun, great food and nightlife options, and lots of shopping. This is likely the Algarve you have heard stories about!
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 coast from the Troia Peninsula to the Vicentine Coast Natural Park.
The rolling hills and lush valleys of the Alentejo`s Golden Plains region are a traveler`s delight. The people who live here live life at a slower pace, and it is easy for tourists to feel at home in such a relaxing environment. The slower pace of these vast open plains and scenic beauty belies its vast olive oil and wine production.
Portugal has so many beautiful sights, you might want a car to explore everything - from the major highways connecting large cities to the small, two-lane roads that traverse the countryside. Enjoy your trip and have fun experiencing scenic Portugal on the most iconic road trip of your lives!
Portugal has a long, eventful history, but in the rush for tourists to visit the biggest sights, sometimes beautiful and paramount cities like Fatima or Castelo Branco get lost in the shuffle. These charming towns are every bit as important as their more popular siblings, so take a look at these overlooked destinations.
Tourists flock to Portugal for many reasons, from its rich history to its incredible food, but its beautiful beaches often steal the show. The coastline stretches from the dreamy Algarve in the South to the popular Costa Verde wine region in the north, and we can`t forget Madeira Island and the Azores!
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Lagos - Praia da Rocha - Vilamoura (Self Drive)
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Visit three of the most lively cities in the West Algarve of Portugal. These stylish, energetic cities offer glamorous beaches, world-class golf facilities, trendy bars, Michelin-rated restaurants, and plenty of adventure for thrill seekers. Explore it all with a rental car which allows you an opportunity to see and do everything on your own schedule! This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Included:
Car rental for 7 days (Pick up and drop off in Faro)
Hotel for 2 nights in Lagos
Hotel for 2 nights in Praia da Rocha
Hotel for 2 nights in Vilamoura
Lisbon - Faro and Madeira Island
9 nights from
$689*
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A 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).
What Makes Tripmasters Vacation Packages Different? Unique, fully custom approach to vacation planning Add inbound and outbound flights and choose your preferred cabin class Select up to 14 nights in each city during your stay Choose from a wide selection of accommodation types (hotels, apartments, B&Bs, Guesthouses, and more) Add transfers, activities and experiences, and more services to enhance your vacation Live phone and chat support
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.
Sleepy Southern Portugal (Self Drive from Lisbon to Faro)
8 nights from
$579*
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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:
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 vast Alentejo region is often overlooked by visitors in Portugal; unfortunately this means that many miss this wide open gem. Discover for yourself why this region, with lakes, open plains, and delicious wines is so special with this totally customizable vacation package. Begin in Evora (the region`s capital, with a rich medieval history and important agricultural influence) and then continue to the Alentejo Golden Plains area (rife with olive groves, delicious wines, and incredible scenery)! This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, preferred rental car, desired hotels and activities.
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Car rental for 7 days
Hotel for 3 nights in Evora
Hotel for 3 nights in the Alentejo Golden Plains area
Faro and the East Algarve (Self Drive)
6 nights from
$1,438*
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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:
Car rental for 7 days
Hotel for 3 nights in Faro
Hotel for 3 nights in The East Algarve area
Lisbon and Faro by Train
6 nights from
$556*
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A unique adventure in Portugal, which begins in Lisbon (the capital of Portugal; set on seven hills overlooking the beautiful Tagus; delicious food, medieval architecture, and soulful fado music) and finish, in the lovely Faro (the principal city of the Algarve region; sunshine and beaches abound here alongside Roman ruins and medieval monuments). Connect these destinations with Train.
What Makes Tripmasters Vacation Packages Different? Unique, fully custom approach to vacation planning Add inbound and outbound flights and choose your preferred cabin class Select up to 14 nights in each city during your stay Choose from a wide selection of accommodation types (hotels, apartments, B&Bs, Guesthouses, and more) Add transfers, activities and experiences, and more services to enhance your vacation Live phone and chat support
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 a last train to Faro (often regrettably overlooked; it retains all its traditional charm and offers some of the country`s best, unspoilt beaches).
What Makes Tripmasters Vacation Packages Different? Unique, fully custom approach to vacation planning Add inbound and outbound flights and choose your preferred cabin class Select up to 14 nights in each city during your stay Choose from a wide selection of accommodation types (hotels, apartments, B&Bs, Guesthouses, and more) Add transfers, activities and experiences, and more services to enhance your vacation Live phone and chat support
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:
Rental Car for 9 days
Pick Up/Drop Off: Faro Airport
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
Faro - Albufeira - Lagos (Self Drive)
7 nights from
$367*
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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.
The often bypassed Alentejo region is a wide open gem. With its rich medieval history, castles, cathedrals, national parks, vast lakes, open plains, and delicious wines it is hard to understand why. The capital city Evora is home to one of the country`s oldest universities, as well as charming cobbled streets, stunning countryside, and the gorgeous cathedral. The Alentejo North East area (a medieval Portuguese stronghold in the land wars with Spain is rife with castles, walled in old towns, and quaint public squares) and the relaxing Alentejo Golden Plains (known for its wide open expanses, wine production, and historic settlements) complete your stay. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, preferred rental car, desired hotels and activities.
Included:
Car rental for 8 days
Hotel for 2 nights in Evora
Hotel for 3 nights in the Alentejo North East area
Hotel for 2 nights in the Alentejo Golden Plains area
Faro - Lisbon - Porto by Train
9 nights from
$497*
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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 by trains.
What Makes Tripmasters Vacation Packages Different? Unique, fully custom approach to vacation planning Add inbound and outbound flights and choose your preferred cabin class Select up to 14 nights in each city during your stay Choose from a wide selection of accommodation types (hotels, apartments, B&Bs, Guesthouses, and more) Add transfers, activities and experiences, and more services to enhance your vacation Live phone and chat support
With a Rental Car, you are free to explore for yourself why Portugal is growing in popularity. Begin in the capital Lisbon (set on seven hills overlooking the beautiful Tagus; delicious food, medieval architecture, and soulful fado music) then, continue, driving to sunny Lagos located in the stunning Algarve region (where sun, sand, and adventure abound). Drop Off your car in Faro to cacht yout flight returning home. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
See two of Portugal's iconic destinations with a Rental Car!. Combine visits to beautiful Lisbon (set on seven hills, visually striking, laid back and friendly with ancient charm) and Albufeira (located in the popular Algarve Region, known as the Garden of Portugal with endless sunshine and quaint fishing villages). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
1,000 miles west of mainland Portugal, the warmth and beauty of the Azores envelop all five of visitors` senses. The Renaissance-era avenues of Ponta Delgada; the lush fields of Sao Miguel; Terceira Island, where UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angra do Heroismo is located; and rugged Faial Island, dotted by volcanoes, enthrall travelers.
Madeira is a beautiful and fascinating island located 300 miles off the coast of Morocco that makes for a wonderful year-round holiday destination. Madeira offers stunning natural scenery, with massive mountains, jagged cliffs, lush forests and delightful flower gardens. The people of Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal, are welcoming and hospitable.
Situated just off the southwestern coast of Morocco, the Canary Islands have been popular vacation destinations for decades. The Canary Islands offer breathtaking landscapes, beautiful beaches, lots of shopping and entertainment opportunities, and of course over 600 years of Spanish architectural influence and history.
<b>Lisbon</b>, a dazzling city stretching along the 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 to the sound of traditional Fado songs. Ample opportunities exist for seeing popular celebrations, for shopping, and for enjoying the nightlife along the riverbank.<br>
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Visit 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!
<b>Porto</b> (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.<br>
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Visit 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!
<strong>Coimbra</strong> is one of Portugal`s crown jewels: not only is it a city known for romance, but it is also known for innovation and academia. The University of Coimbra is the focal point of the city; since its beginnings in the 12th century it has become the most prestigious university in the Portuguese-speaking world, and it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. People also come for the vibrant nightlife, as well as the historic cathedrals and monasteries.<br />
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Visit Se Velha, Se Nova, Praca do Comercio, University of Coimbra, Torre de Anto, Porta de Almedina, Mosteiro de Santa-Clara-a-Velha, Mosteiro de Santa-Clara-a-Nova, Quinta das Lagrimas, Portugal dos Pequenitos, and so much more!<br />
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