6-Day Northern Portugal Tour from Lisbon with Santiago and Douro

• Pick up at your hotel and start the tour at 09:00 a.m. with your Portugal tour guide.

• Travel from Lisbon to Óbidos, one of Portugal's most picturesque and well-preserved villages. Wander through this medieval walled village with its whitewashed houses and narrow streets.

• Proceed to Alcobaça, where you will visit one of the largest Gothic churches in Portugal.

• Visit the gorgeous fishing town of Nazaré, where some of the most genuine Portuguese traditions are still alive and world-renowned surfers are drawn by the huge waves.

• Enjoy the view over the Atlantic Ocean from the top of the cliff.

• Continue to Batalha, where you will visit the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.

• Afterwards, reach the Sanctuary of Fátima, known worldwide. It is one of the most popular Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world, and you will explore its magical atmosphere.

Overnight in Fátima.

• Depart from Fátima and travel to Coimbra, a historic city that was once the capital of Portugal and is also known for its academic life and Fado.

• Visit the oldest university in Portugal, with its beautiful Baroque library and inspiring atmosphere, characterized by ancient customs such as the students' black capes and the melancholic "fado" sung by male students.

• Discover St. Clara Church, where the tomb of Queen St. Isabel - the protagonist of the "miracle of the roses" - lies. Then continue travelling through the center of Portugal.

• Proceed to Aveiro, your final visit of the day. Considered the "Venice of Portugal," the city is crossed by canals, and its colourful wooden "moliceiros" boats are a must-see.

• Take time to walk through the beautiful streets and taste the delicious typical sweet "ovos moles".

Overnight stay in Porto.

• Start with a visit to the great city of Porto, exploring its narrow streets and enjoying its picturesque, colourful houses.

• Continue the trip to the Minho Region, distinguished by its natural green scenery and sparkling green wines.

• You will then discover Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal's first king, D. Afonso Henriques, and the cradle of the nation. Explore the historic medieval center, visit the Sacred Hill, and see the Palace of the Dukes of the Bragança Dynasty.

• Reach Braga, a city known for its rich heritage that combines tradition with innovation. With more than 2,000 years of history, Braga is home to one of the oldest Sacro-Montes in Europe and stands as a representative city of the Minho region, with Bom Jesus as its emblem.

• Stroll through the historic center and its finest streets, explore the oldest cathedral in the country, and visit the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus with its famous Baroque stairway and gardens.

Overnight stay in Porto.

• Cross the border from Portugal into Spain and visit Santiago de Compostela. This city is a religious destination for thousands of pilgrims who complete the Santiago Way (Camino de Santiago) here.

• It is also a fantastic city to explore on foot, strolling through its alleys and streets. Classified as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1985, Santiago de Compostela is home to impressive monuments, and you will also have the chance to sample some traditional local dishes.

Overnight stay in Porto.

• Pick up at the hotel and continue the tour through the Portuguese countryside.

• Travel to the charming riverside town of Amarante, set on a hill overlooking the bucolic Tâmega River.

• Stroll through the city center and discover its surroundings.

• Head towards Vila Real and visit the fabulous gardens of the Casa de Mateus.

• After this beautiful visit, continue through the Douro Region. Along its bucolic roads, admire the vineyards and the breathtaking landscapes of this renowned wine region.

• Stop in Lamego, a "museum" city known for its smoked ham, fruit crops, and its "stairway to heaven," as the impressive and monumental staircase of the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remédios seems to rise endlessly upward.

• Explore the sanctuary, flanked by twin bell towers and a magnificent Baroque staircase.

• Proceed to Viseu, the center of the Dão Vineyards, a lively provincial city full of artistic treasures, historic churches, and a strong local crafts culture.

• Discover its magnificent cathedral, narrow streets, and granite doorways carved with coats of arms.

Overnight stay in Urgeiriça.

• Travel to the Bussaco region, famous for its luxuriant forest.

• Continue to Tomar, located in a beautiful valley with medieval cobbled streets. It was once home to the Order of the Knights Templar, founded in 1119, and its greatest masterpiece is the Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• End your journey in Lisbon at around 07:00 p.m.