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Highlights of Portugal
8 DAYS FROM £519
We have just returned from the Highlights of Portugal tour followed by a week in the Hotel Vila Gale Marina Vilamoura. We found everything on this holiday to be superb, excellent itinerary, excursions and hotels. We found the Hotel Vila Gale Marina to be first class, lovely room with sea views, great food and friendly staff.
We have been on a good many Cosmos/Archers holidays and have enjoyed everyone. I felt you would like to receive some positive feedback - a holiday that was totally free from criticism. Look forward to travelling with Archers again
My own favourites have been Alhambra, Canada, the Mezquita at Cordoba and the awesome Neuschwanstein Castle while my wife simply loved Isola Bella on Lake Maggiore, the magical island of Capri, and the Tuscan countryside. What we can agree, however, is that every holiday has been terrific - we have seen wonderful things and been to great places. We also have had excellent tour directors and our fellow travelling companions have all been great company - every holiday has been a winner, only personal preference provokes discussion. As soon as the new Archers brochure comes out it is avidly studied - it is my favourite book! We are looking forward to more travels in 2007.
Thanks to all at Archers for some truly wonderful holidays.
Europe's hidden, westernmost corner; including landscapes, charming cities and warm-hearted hospitality.
Included Highlights
Tomar Guided visit to Templar Castle & Convent of the Knights of Christ (entrance fee included)
Fatima Visit sanctuary
Coimbra Orientation
Lamego Visit
Villa Real Visit Casa de Mateus gardens
Oporto City sightseeing
Batalha Visit monastery
Obidos Visit
Lisbon City sightseeing
Evora Visit
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Lisbon - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 7 breakfasts (B) and 4 dinners (D)
Professional tour director on tour and local representative in resort
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Lisbon.
Fly to Lisbon where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay. (D)
DAY 2: Lisbon - Tomar - Fatima - Coimbra.
This morning start your journey northwards to reach Tomar for sightseeing. You'll visit the Templar Castle and Convent of the Knights of Christ. Its history goes back to 1160 when it was built as a convent fortress as the headquarters of the Knights' Templars of Portugal. It was this order which a few hundred years later financed Prince Henry the navigator, its grand Master during his great expeditions of the African coast and Indies. Next stop is Fatima. Mix with the pilgrims at the country's hallowed national shrine, Fatima's Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. Further north to Coimbra for an overnight stay. (B, D)
DAY 3: Coimbra - Viseu - Lamego - Villa Real - Oporto.
Start your day with an included orientation tour of Coimbra. Famous for its university and a very inspiring and romantic location on a hillside just above the River Mondego. Next journey to Viseu famous for its DAO vineyards. Stop in Lamego not far from the Douro Valley. Later this afternoon travel to the foot of the Serra Do Marao for a short stop in Villa Real to visit the gardens of Portugal's most famous villa, the 'Casa de Mateus' - prettily surrounded by orchards and vineyards. Finally to Oporto for two nights. (B, D)
DAY 4: Oporto.
Join the included sightseeing with local guide in Oporto this morning, taking in many of the city's highlights. This afternoon, don't miss out on the optional visit to nearby Guimaraes known as the 'Cradle of Portugal' since it was here that the young Alfonso Enriques who after defeating the Moors in 1139 was proclaimed King of Portugal by his own troops. (B)
DAY 5: Oporto - Batalha - Alcobaca - Obidos - Lisbon.
Drive south for a day full of interesting highlights. First stop is Batalha to visit its magnificently gabled monastery, a masterpiece of Portuguese Gothic and Manueline architecture. By way of Alcobaca reach Obidos for a stop. This fortified city is flanked by round towers and bastions overlooking the countryside dotted with windmills. Finally to Lisbon for three nights. (B, D)
DAY 6: Lisbon.
Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century mistress of the seas. On your included city sightseeing with local guide, you'll see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel and impressive Black Horse Square and other highlights. Later take advantage of the program of optional excursions. (B)
DAY 7: Lisbon - Evora - Lisbon.
Today an included excursion to Evora, a walled city built by the Romans but now almost totally Moorish-looking. Return to Lisbon in time to enjoy an optional farewell dinner. (B)
DAY 8: Lisbon - UK.
Transfer to Lisbon airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
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Accommodation on Tour
Lisbon: Roma (3*); Coimbra: Dom Luis (3*); Oporto: Quality Inn Batalha (3*).
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosAdd a week on the Estoril Coast - 7 Extra nights from £194
With its spectacular coastline and Mediterranean type climate, the Estoril Coast offers great beaches for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
You can extend your holiday with a week in either of the hotels on the Estoril Coast.
On day 8 of your tour (Sun) you will be transferred to your chosen hotel on the Estoril Coast for a week's stay before returning to Lisbon for your flight to the UK.
Accommodation on Extensions
Add a week on the Estoril Coast - 7 Extra nights from £194
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View Holiday PhotosVila Gale Estoril
Overlooking Tamariz Beach, Vila Gale Estoril is ideally located for both the beaches and activities of the area, and offers an excellent choice of facilities to ensure an enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Location: In the centre of Estoril, 300 metres from the beach and a short walk to bars, restaurants and the famous casino.
Facilities: Swimming pool; poolside bar (open in summer months only); restaurant; lounge bar; café; fitness centre; games room; steam baths; lift; minibar and safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with bath or shower and wc; satellite TV; telephone; air-conditioning; hairdryer.
Options: Sea view; Half board; Single room.
Official category: 4 star. -
View Holiday PhotosLido Estoril
Set amidst beautiful, well-kept gardens, this modern and comfortable hotel provides a wealth of facilities and a welcoming atmosphere.
Location: A short walk to the beach, close to several of the golf courses in the area plus the famous casino.
Facilities: Outdoor swimming pool; TV lounge; bar; restaurant; garden; lift; minibar and safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with bath or shower and wc; satellite TV; telephone; air-conditioning; hairdryer.
Options: Half board; Single room.
Official category: 3 star.
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