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Vibrant, historic Lisboa and monumental Sintra
Alto Alentejo - Évora, potteries and vineyards
World Heritage – Batalha, Alcobaça & Tomar
Atlantic beaches - Cascais, Peniche, Nazaré...
Delicious gastronomy and wonderful Alentejo wines
Hilltop fortress towns - Monsaraz, Marvão...
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The classic ‘golden triangle’ of central Portugal; Lisboa, Évora and the monasteries of Estremadura; six World Heritage sites in an area the size of Yorkshire!
Vibrant, historic Lisboa and monumental Sintra
Alto Alentejo - Évora, potteries and vineyards
World Heritage – Batalha, Alcobaça & Tomar
Atlantic beaches - Cascais, Peniche, Nazaré...
Delicious gastronomy and wonderful Alentejo wines
Hilltop fortress towns - Monsaraz, Marvão...
Marvel at the Monasteries in Batalha, Alcobaça and Tomar, the history of Lisboa in the Age of Discovery, the palaces and castles of Sintra and medieval Évora with its Roman ruins.
But it’s not all about old stones and history – here you’ll find fine wines and gastronomy, lively bars and cool cafes, ocean beaches and wonderful hiking…
The full route of this central Portugal holiday takes a week but you can do as little, or as much, as you like.
Hop a tram and explore Portugal’s exciting capital
Rossio square and train station
Skip out to Sintra, and the beaches of Cascais & Aldeia do Meco
Bar hop in Bairro Alto, dine in style in Chiado
Mosteiro dos Jerónimos – a Manueline delight
World Heritage Évora, Roman ruins, medieval walls
Alentejo wines, Portugal’s finest
Hilltop fortress towns of Monsaraz, Marvão and Castelo Vide
Pottery towns among the vines El Corval and Redondo
“Marble towns” of Vila Viçosa and Estremoz
World Heritage Elvas with its magnificent Roman aqueduct
The magnificent monasteries of Batalha and Alcobaça
Saõ Martinho do Porto a little pearl set on a string of surf washed Atlantic beaches
The Convent at Tomar, delightful city of the Templars
Sierras de Aire y Candeeiros Nature Park – riddled with caves
Medieval Óbidos with its famous white houses
Swap Lisboa for Sintra or Cascais - well-connected with the capital!
Cross the Spanish border and dip into Extremadura
Head south to the Costa Vicentina - it's not far!
or explore the Serra de Sao Mamede in the Alto Alentejo
Ask about superior rooms or a larger rental car
Call us to talk through all the options - we'd love to hear from you!
Accommodation in our listed hotels – 2 sharing 1 standard double ensuite, B&B (unless specified)
Economy 4-door car hire (talk to us about upgrades)
Regional guide book to Portugal
Personal Travel App including highlights, weather forecast and restaurant suggestions for all areas en-route
Instructions to find all accommodation
Flights – but we are able to advise
One-way car hire charges, where applicable (see your quote email)
The following car hire extras – these can be added at pick-up point
extra driver, child seats, GPS
Garage parking where applicable (mostly city stops) – please ask us about parking charges
Local tourist taxes (where applicable)
A circular itinerary, this route is best enjoyed flying into Lisboa, which is well served with flights from most UK airports and many other international destinations.
Though more distant, you may alternatively consider travelling via Faro in the Algarve region or Porto in Northern Portugal.
See your flight options in the table below:
PLEASE NOTE Flights are not included and some flights are seasonal.
Choose your country and preferred airport of origin and then select from possible destinations to see airline providers.
For passengers travelling by air we will include a hire car as part of the package. Normally we include a 4 door economy class car but please let us know if you would like something different.
For those coming on the ferry you will use your own vehicle but in either case we will provide full instructions to arrive at each hotel, complete with GPS, as well as a map of the area.
Our team of experts have over 35 years travel expertise in Spain & Portugal.
You’ll receive friendly, personal service from start to finish of the booking process.
Call and speak to Andy, Leonor or Antonio about your dream holiday in Spain & Portugal...
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With 40+ years’ experience designing holidays in Spain & Portugal, our friendly, expert team offers personal service from booking to your return. While away, you’ll have ground support from local agents.
Every trip is tailored to your budget and needs.
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Discover authentic Spain & Portugal, far from tourist crowds. Stay in charming, trusted places — from castles and palaces to rural guesthouses and Paradores.
Your pack includes maps, guidebook, and touring tips. Plus, our Vamos travel app keeps all your documents and guides in one place.
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