Portugal Vacation

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Discover the dramatic coastline, robust epicurean flavors and stunning architecture that has influenced societies all around the globe, as you immerse yourself in the vibrant coastal culture of Portugal located on the Atlantic Ocean.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Pena Palace Private, After-Hours Tour
  Take in the beauty of this iconic Romanticist castle—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—on a private, after-hours tour.
• Bridge Climb in Porto
  Reach new heights as you climb the soaring arch of Porto’s Arrábida Bridge on the only bridge climb of its kind in Europe.
• Port Wine-Tasting & Tour of Celebrated Port Wine Lodge
  Tour one of Porto’s renowned Port wine lodges where you’ll learn about the making of this popular beverage and the region it comes from. Then enjoy a tasting of this prestigious and well-known Portuguese wine.
• Tile & Cheese-Making Workshop
  Take part in hands-on workshops as you learn how two of Portugal’s most popular crafts—tiles and cheese—are made, and then put your newfound knowledge to the test as you create your own handmade tile and cheese.
• Yacht Tour Along the Lisbon Waterfront
  Learn about Portugal’s vibrant history while getting a unique perspective of Lisbon as you cruise along the waterfront on a private yacht.
• Kayaking on the Douro River
  Paddle atop the clear, calm waters of the Douro River and enjoy a relaxing kayak excursion through the stunning, lush scenery that surrounds you.
• Graffiti Tuk-Tuk Tour of Lisbon
  Cruise through the streets of Lisbon on a privately guided tuk-tuk tour where you’ll check out the city’s vibrant graffiti scene.
• E-Bike Ride Along the Coast of Cascais
  Enjoy a leisurely e-bike ride on the trails along the sandy beaches and bustling marina of Cascais, the coastal resort town that offers breathtaking views at every turn.
• Cliff Hike to Carvoeiro Beach
  Start your day with a scenic hike along the cliffs overlooking the charming Carvoeiro Beach, where you’ll be treated to some of the area’s most spectacular views.

*For Adventures on the Adult-Exclusive Portugal vacation, you’ll experience:

• Jose Maria da Fonseca Winery Tour
  Spend a lovely morning on a private tour of this family-owned winery that has been producing some of Portugal’s most renowned wines for almost 2 centuries.

Adventure Daily Itinerary

Day One

Arrive in Porto

Bem vindo a Portugal! Collect your luggage, exit baggage claim and meet up with an Adventures by Disney representative who will greet you as you enter the main terminal. Relax as a driver assists you with your bags and takes you to your hotel.

Check-In at the Hotel

Upon your arrival at the InterContinental Porto, your Adventure Guides will welcome you and check you into the hotel, as well as offer recommendations of nearby local sights for you to explore before dinner.

Welcome Reception & Dinner at Hotel

Meet up with your fellow Adventurers for a festive welcome reception and dinner where your Adventure Guides will set the stage for the amazing adventures that await you.

Meals Included: Dinner

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Day Two

Breakfast the Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast and get ready for a day of discovery.

Tuk-Tuk City Tour

Take to the streets of Porto on a unique, privately guided tuk-tuk tour. Board one of the 3-wheeled electrically-powered vehicles and see city sights that include: Lello Bookshop, regarded as one of the world’s most beautiful book stores; São Bento Railway Station, home to a stunning display of iconic blue and white ceramic tiles depicting life in Porto, Portugal’s history and the history of transportation; the Church of San Francisco, the most prominent of Porto’s Gothic structures that features a gorgeous Baroque interior; and the Miradors of Porto’s Cathedral and the Monastery Serra do Pilar, each located on high hills that offer stunning panoramas of the city below.

Lunch at Brasão Coliseu

Enjoy a delicious meal in this popular eatery that features delicious food amid a comfortable atmosphere full of Portuguese character. Not to be missed is the Francesinha, Porto’s celebrated stacked sandwich.

Porto Bridge Climb OR Teleférico de Gaia

Ascend the massive arch of the Porto Arrábida Bridge on a slow, calm climb—the only bridge climb of its kind in Europe—where you are rewarded with a spectacular birds-eye view of the entire city. For Adventurers who prefer to take to the sky, the Teleférico de Gaia offers a cable car alternative that provides breathtaking views on your journey between the antique Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Wine Cellars.

Tour & Port Wine-Tasting

Enjoy a privately-guided tour of one of Northern Portugal’s celebrated Port wine lodges and see how this popular wine is aged and made—plus, you’ll enjoy a tasting featuring several of the lodges renowned Ports.

Dinner at Vinum in Graham’s Port Lodge

Partake in a truly amazing gastronomic experience as you taste traditional Portuguese cuisine along with modern interpretations of some of Northern Portugal’s delicious dishes.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

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Day Three

Breakfast at the Hotel

Begin your morning with a tasty breakfast and get ready for a day of fun exploration.

Kayaking on the Douro River

Paddle past the rolling hills, lush valleys and grape vine terraces of the Douro Valley on an amazing kayak adventure on the Douro River. For Adventurers looking for a more relaxing activity, a leisurely boat cruise on the Douro River provides a serene morning amid the scenic splendor.

Pinhão Railway Station Photo Stop & Storytelling

Marvel at the fantastic display of iconic blue and white ceramic tiles that adorn the walls of the Pinhão Railway Station as you hear stories about their depiction of the area’s rich history.

Douro Valley Wine Estate: Cooking Class & Cellar Tour

Following your transfer to Quinta da Pacheca, one of the Douro region’s best estates, you will experience a private, hands-on cooking class that features iconic dishes from the Douro Valley region using the freshest local ingredients. You will also enjoy a private tour of the estate’s working cellars.

Lunch at Quinta da Pacheca

Enjoy the fruits of your labor as you dine on a delicious lunch featuring the flavorful dishes you created in your cooking class amid the beautiful surroundings of the vibrant estate grounds.

Cork Atelier: Artist Studio Cork Activity

Take part in a hands-on experience involving one of Portugal’s biggest and most important exports—cork! As the producer of more than 50 percent of the world’s cork supply, you’ll learn all about this natural product that has uses well beyond wine bottle stoppers, including in the fashion, construction and space industries.

Afternoon & Dinner On Your Own in Porto

Stroll the narrow café and shop-lined cobbled streets of this amazing city before working up an appetite for a delicious dinner featuring robust local flavors. Discover a new favorite restaurant, or ask your Adventure Guides for a recommendation.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

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Day Four

Breakfast at the Hotel

Begin with your day with a satisfying breakfast before transferring to Lisbon for an adventure-filled day.

Yacht Tour Along Lisbon Waterfront

Follow your ride to Lisbon with a relaxing morning aboard a private yacht. You’ll cruise along the scenic Lisbon waterfront with expansive views of the city as you hear stories about Portugal’s rich history of exploration and navigation.

Lunch at Local Dockside Restaurant

Experience a classic Portuguese meal featuring the freshest seafood directly from the fish market every day. Sit back and enjoy your amazing meal as you look out at the docks where the restaurant is located.

Lisbon Tour with Local Guide

Embellished with tales from a local expert, stroll Lisbon’s vibrant waterfront as you take in three of the city’s most iconic sights. View Belém Tower, a 16th-century fortification that serves as a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon; Monument to the Discoveries, that celebrates the Portuguese Age of Discovery during the 15th and 16th centuries; and Jerónimos Monastery & Cloister, an impressive structure that exemplifies the power and wealth of Portugal during its Age of Discovery.

At Leisure Adult Dinner at Hotel

Unwind from the excitement of your day with other Adult Adventurers as you share stories over a leisurely meal at the hotel.

Junior Adventurer Dinner at Hotel

Junior Adventurers gather together for a kid-friendly meal at the hotel.

Junior Adventurer Movie Night

Following dinner, Junior Adventurers can relax as they enjoy a screening of a Disney movie.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

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Day Five

Breakfast at the Hotel

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel before you start today’s adventure.

Lisbon Graffiti Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Hop aboard a tuk-tuk and cruise around the streets of Lisbon for a unique tour that showcases the colorful, local graffiti artwork throughout the city.

LX Factory Graffiti Art Walking Tour with Local Artis

Join up with a local graffiti artist for a spectacular tour of the thriving graffiti scene showcased throughout this amazing factory space that houses an eclectic array of unique shops, restaurants, coffee shops and bars.

Lunch at a Popular Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch at one of Lisbon’s local restaurants.

Lisbon City Neighborhood Tour

Still in the company of a local expert, continue your tour of Lisbon with visits to: São Jorge Castle, a historic castle that dates back to the 1st century BC; Alfama & Mouraria neighborhoods, some of Lisbon’s oldest areas, lined with cafés and shops selling traditional crafts; Mirador de Alcantara, a massive, landscaped terrace that offers panoramic vistas of the city; Chiado Quarter, located in the historic center of Lisbon, known for its luxury shopping and cultural sights; and Igreja do Carmo, a Baroque church, well-known for its tiled façade.

Dinner at a Local Restaurant

Dine on some of the amazing, flavorful dishes that make Portugal such a food lovers paradise.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

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Day Six

Breakfast at the Hotel

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before you set off on a day of exploration.

Cabo da Roca

Venture out to the westernmost point of Portugal’s mainland, continental Europe and the Eurasian land mass—also known as the “End of the World.”

Lunch at a Seaside Restaurant

Transform your meal into a culinary moment as you take in the surrounding views of the unique Guincho landscape that includes the Atlantic Ocean and the stunning coastal scenery while dining on a delicious meal.

E-Bike Ride to Cascais

Hop on an e-bike and pedal your way along a coastal bike trail that will take you from Guincho to Cascais.

Afternoon On Your Own in Cascais

Discover all this scenic coastal resort town has to offer. Known for its bustling marina and gorgeous beaches, this historic town is home to the medieval Nossa Senhora da Luz Fort and the Citadel Palace.

On Your Own Dinner in Sintra

Enjoy a pre-dinner stroll through Sintra’s quaint alleyways, home to one-of-a kind shops and boutiques. Then, savor a delightful meal as you soak up the whimsical atmosphere of the colorful palaces and grand mansions created in the Romanticism style of architecture that surround you.

Pena Palace Private After-Hours Visit

Enjoy a private, after-hours visit of the stunning Romanticist castle, an eclectic mix of vividly painted terraces, decorative battlements, and an array of mythology-themed statues. Standing atop a hill in the Sintra Mountains, this 19th-century palace can be seen from Lisbon and is one of the most popular attractions in Portugal.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

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Day Seven

Breakfast at the Hotel

Begin your morning with a hearty breakfast before starting today’s adventure to the Algarve.

Cheese-Making & Tile-Painting Workshops

Rotate between two of Portugal’s revered art forms in fun, informative and hands-on workshops: learn the art of making cheese at a working farm, and show off your artistic abilities as you decorate your very own iconic azulejo, or glazed tile, in a working artist studio.

José Maria da Fonseca Winery Tour

Learn about the visionary family with almost 2 centuries of wine-making history, having created wines that are emblematic of Portugal, during this fascinating privately guided tour of the family winery, located in the charming village of Azeitão. Guests will enjoy a private tasting of the unique Alambre, a fortified wine.

Lunch at By the Wine, José Maria da Fonseca Winery

Settle into the relaxing, yet sophisticated space as you savor a Portuguese pub fare lunch featuring an array of local food delicacies.

Resort Dinner at Leisure

Choose from several outstanding resort restaurants and à la carte menus. If you need help choosing a restaurant, ask your Adventure Guides for a recommendation.

Evening On Your Own at the Resort

Continue your exploration of the resort and all of the amenities and services it has to offer.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

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Day Eight

Breakfast at the Resort

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before you spend a delightful day in town or at the resort.

Cliff Walk to Carvoeiro Beach

Start your day with a scenic walk along the dramatic cliffs that overlook the Atlantic Ocean, offering amazing views of the area on the way to Carvoeiro Beach.

Coastal Boat Excursion Featuring Bengali Cave

Enjoy engaging stories from a local fisherman before taking a private boat to check out several of the most stunning natural sea caves along the Algarve region’s dramatic seaside cliffs.

Lunch On Your Own in Carvoeiro or at the Resort

Satisfy your hunger with lunch at a restaurant in the beach town of Carvoeiro, or choose one of the options available in the resort. Either way, your Adventure Guides can recommend the perfect option for you.

On Your Own Time at the Resort

For the remainder of the afternoon, whether enjoying the beach in Carvoeiro, relaxing at a café or taking further walks along the cliffs, continue to enjoy the stunning scenery of this remarkable region and the amenities offered at the resort.

Farewell Reception at Resort

Celebrate an amazing 9-day adventure to the beautiful country of Portugal with family and newfound friends at a private farewell reception.

Farewell Dinner at Mare Bistro

Enjoy a seaside farewell feast with your fellow Adventurers as you toast your trip together.

Folkloric Show

Revel in a delightful show of Portuguese culture as local performers entertain with a folkloric show that celebrates this vibrant culture.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

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Day Nine

Breakfast at the Resort

Fuel up with a final breakfast at the resort before heading out to the airport.

Transfer to Faro-Algarve Airport (FAO)

Board pre-arranged transportation to Faro-Algarve Airport (FAO) to begin your trip home.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Trip Overview Details

FLIGHT INFORMATION

• Arrive: Porto Airport (OPO)
• Return: Faro-Algarve Airport (FAO)

ACCOMMODATIONS

InterContinental Porto – Palacio das Cardosas
Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa
Tivoli Carvoeiro Algarve Resort

20 MEALS

8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners

AGES

Minimum Age: 6
Suggested Age: 8+

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