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Holiday of a Lifetime: Picturesque Portugal

Everyday Price From

£3,235

11 days

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Overview

Designed exclusively for Costco members, this 11-Day journey through Portugal reveals a nation’s proud history, warm-hearted locals and soul-stirring cuisine, enhanced with unique experiences found only on this Vacation of a Lifetime. In Lisbon, learn how to make delicious Pasteis de Nata during a hands-on cooking class or visit the iconic Benfica Football Stadium. Travel South to watch thoroughbreds perform at an Alentejo farm, before exploring the Algarve on an exclusive cruise. Admire the acclaimed rock formations and caves and set down on a secluded beach for a scenic waterfront lunch. In the Douro Valley, sample fine wines with an exclusive wine tasting at Quinta das Carvalhas. Visit one of the oldest bookstores in world, Livraria Lello, before it opens in Porto and enjoy an exclusive after-hours visit to Pena Palace in Sintra, complete with a drinks’ reception on the terrace. Celebrate the end of your unforgettable journey with a dinner at a delicious Fine Dining Restaurant in the heart of Lisbon. Discover the very best of Portugal, tailored to deliver a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, available exclusively through Costco Travel.

HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCES:

- Learn how to make Pastis de Belem in a Portuguese cooking lesson or Visit the famous Benfica Stadium

- Sunset Yacht Cruise on the Tagas River in Lisbon

- Before Hours Visit to Livraria Lello

-Tasting at Real Companhia Velha

- After-hours private tour of Pena Palace with a cocktail reception

- Half-Day trip to Braga and the Bom Jesus Sanctuary or a Porto Food Tour

EXCEPTIONAL DINING:

- Fado House Performance and Dinner

- Seaside Dinner in Lagos

- Private Cruise of the Algarve with a scenic waterfront lunch

- Dinner in Monsaraz

- Lisbon Farewell Dinner at a Fine Dinging Restaurant

HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME SPECIAL TOUCHES:

- Pre-departure Gift

- VIP Door to Door return transfers and Private transfers on arrival at the destination.*

Locations Visited

Lisbon, Algarve, Evora, Porto, Coimbra, Fatima, Batalha, Sintra, Castelo de Vide

Countries Visited

Portugal

Travel Style

Luxury Travel

Accommodations

10 nights included

Age Requirements

Minimum age 5

Holiday of a Lifetime: Picturesque Portugal

Tramway In Lisbon

Itinerary

COLLAPSE ALL EXPAND ALL

Day 1

Arrive in Lisbon

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    Olissippo Marquês de Sá (March) Turim Av Liberdade (April & October)


  • Meals

    Dinner

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    Olissippo Marquês de Sá (March) Turim Av Liberdade (April & October)


  • Meals

    Breakfast

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    Água Hotels Riverside (March) Real Bellavista (April & October)


  • Meals

    Breakfast, Be My Guest

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    Água Hotels Riverside (March) Real Bellavista (April & October)


  • Meals

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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    M'ar de Ar Muralhas


  • Meals

    Breakfast, Lunch

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    Grão Vasco


  • Meals

    Breakfast, Dinner

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    Neya (March & April) Neya (October TBC)


  • Meals

    Breakfast, Dinner

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    Neya (March & April) Neya (October TBC)


  • Meals

    Breakfast

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    Fátima


  • Meals

    Breakfast

  • Accommodation

    Olissippo Marquês de Sá (March) Neya (April & October)


  • Meals

    Breakfast, Dinner

  • Meals

    Breakfast

Highlights

  • The Trafalgar Difference

  • Connect With Locals: Saddle up for a superb stud farm visit, the tragic story of unrequited love and a traditional home-cooked Be My Guest lunch with Tiago and Vera in Portugal's beautiful Alentejo.
  • Dive Into Culture: Visit the Hieronymite Monastery, a former monastery of the Order of Saint Jerome and an exquisite example of Manueline architecture. Savor the flavors of Portugal's centuries-old Port heritage and gain insights into its local production at a tasting in a Port cellar.

  • Sightseeing Highlights

  • Explore Lisbon, Évora and Porto with a Local Specialist
  • Visit the Hieronymite Monastery in Lisbon, the cathedral in Évora, the Palace Gardens at Palacio de Mateus, the Stock Exchange Palace, Arabian Hall and a local port wine cellar in Porto, the University Library of Coimbra, the Convent of Christ in Tomar, the Shrine at Fátima and the Gothic Monastery at Batalha.
  • Discover the Algarve, Lagos, Castelo de Vide, Viseu, Coimbra, Tomar, Nazaré and Óbidos
  • View the Castle of Guimarães

What's Included

  • Dining Highlights

  • 10 breakfasts, 1 Be My Guest, 2 Lunch & 5 Dinners

  • First Class Travel Highlights

  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.
  • Hotel tips, restaurant tips for included meals, and local taxes.
  • Hotel porterage of 1 bag per person.
  • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver.
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Individual airport transfer on the first and last day of your guided vacation.*
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Airfare is not included, but can be added to quote upon request
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Start Date Fri, Mar 01, 2024
End Date Mon, Mar 11, 2024
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£3,235
Start Date Wed, Apr 10, 2024
End Date Sat, Apr 20, 2024
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£3,495
Start Date Wed, Oct 23, 2024
End Date Sat, Nov 02, 2024
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£3,550

Terms & Conditions

Trip Notes

  • Please check full Terms and Conditions for further details.
  • A deposit must be paid at the time of booking.
  • Flights are not included but can be quoted by our Reservations team, who can also explain inclusions within the trip.
  • Full holiday amount to be paid no later than 60 days prior to departure for land only guided holidays or 90 days for guided holidays including train or cruise.
  • Subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time.

Terms & Conditions

  • Prices listed are land only & do not include airfare to and from the start/end of the tour.
  • Prices listed are per person, based on twin or multi-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same-sex roommate at no extra cost or you can upgrade to a single for an additional cost, based on availability. For departure points and stay longer accommodation options contact our travel experts for more details.
  • ​'Exclusive Costco Member Price' reflects 10% Member Discount off holiday land price, taken after all other applicable discounts are applied. 
  • For 'Costco Vacations of a Lifetime' itineraries the price shown is the final base price, exclusive to Costco members and already reflective of any special member savings. Additional, limited-time discounts are not applicable, other conditions apply. Please refer to Terms & Conditions
  • 'Price with Current Deals' reflects current applicable 'Last Minute Deals.' Last Minute Deals are available on select departures only and only available to travellers departing from the UK; not combinable with any other promotional offers; full payment due at time of booking.
  • All discounts are for new bookings only, subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Call or request a quote for complete details.
  • ​​​Trip prices and information are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation - please confirm all details at time of quote and booking.
  • For full details, please refer to our Terms & Conditions or FAQs page.
  • Other conditions may apply. 

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