February 23 – March 03, 2025
Day 1: Sunday, February 23
Depart from Toronto or another gateway in Canada/USA for Lisbon, Portugal (flight not included).
Day 2: Monday, February 24
Arrive in Lisbon and transfer to the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Lisbon. A group transfer will be arranged for 11:00am (or prior) arrival. Enjoy some time to relax before gathering for a hotel inspection followed by a welcome dinner at 5:00pm in the hotel lobby.
Day 3: Tuesday, February 25
After breakfast and check out, enjoy a guided city tour of Lisbon including visits to Jerónimos Monastery and the Pastéis de Belém Factory with a tasting. Lunch will be followed by a hotel inspection at H10 Duque de Loulé before continuing the city tour. Later, check into the elegant Olissippo Lapa Palace where you will spend the night. The evening is at leisure.
Day 4: Wednesday, February 26
After breakfast and check-out, a brief hotel inspection will take place at 9am. Enjoy exploring the charming cities of Sintra, Cascais and Estoril including Cabo da Roca. Stop at Hotel Vila Galé Collection Palácio dos Arcos for a brief site inspection before continuing to Sheraton Cascais Resort & Hotel for lunch followed by a site inspection. Later transfer to Vila Galé Sintra (5*) for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Thursday, February 27
After breakfast and check out, travel to Óbidos, a beautifully preserved medieval village enclosed by ancient castle walls, known for its whitewashed houses and charming streets. Continue to Nazaré, a traditional fishing town famous for its dramatic coastline and record-breaking waves. Drive to Fatima, a major Catholic pilgrimage site. Enjoy lunch at São José Hotel, 4*, Fátima. Arrive in Porto and check into Porto Royal Bridges Hotel. The evening is at leisure.
Day 6: Friday, February 28
After breakfast and a brief site inspection, enjoy a guided tour of Porto uncovering its historic neighborhoods, stunning azulejo-tiled architecture and vibrant riverside atmosphere. Lunch at Villa Foz Hotel and Spa. Free time. Overnight at Porto Royal Bridges Hotel.
Day 7: Saturday, March 1
After breakfast and check out, spend the day exploring the stunning Douro Valley, Portugal’s world-renowned wine region. Enjoy a scenic drive, visit local vineyards and indulge in a wine tasting experience paired with lunch at Vila Gale Douro Vineyards. Visit to Quinta da Pacheca. Continue to Six Senses Douro Valley, 5* for a site inspection. Return to Porto and check into Hotel Renaissance Porto Lapa for the night.
Day 8: Sunday, March 2
After a brief inspection, we visit the historic cities of Braga and Guimarães, two of Portugal’s most culturally rich destinations. Braga is known for its baroque Bom Jesus do Monte Sanctuary, while Guimarães, often called the “birthplace of Portugal,” boasts a medieval charm. Enjoy lunch at the Pousada Mosteiro de Guimarães, Small Luxury Hotels followed by Porto wine tasting at the “Caves Cálem”. Return to Porto. Farewell dinner (place TBD). Overnight at Hotel Renaissance Porto Lapa.
Day 9: Monday, March 3
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight home. Group transfer will be scheduled for 2pm (or later) departure from OPO airport. The exact transfer time will be determined later.
End of Program.
*Please note the provided itinerary and time are subject to change