Portugal by train: North to south
Portugal
- 12 days
- 10 nights
- 17 meals
Departure: May 21, 2026
On demand price
PortugalLong stay in the Algarve
Unpack your bags and settle in for 19 nights in a bright and spacious apartment in the Algarve, Portugal. A wonderful opportunity to relax and explore the region on your own terms—and at your own pace! Cap off your trip with a two-night stay in the Portuguese capital!
Cities on itinerary:
Albufeira, Loulé, Lisbon
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- CAA-Quebec host
Highlights:
Winter getaway in the Algarve
Coastline adventures in southern Portugal
Local cuisine and gastronomy
Two-night stay in Lisbon
Itinerary
- Day 1: Montréal – Lisbon
Flight to Lisbon.
- Day 2: Lisbon – Albufeira (260km)
Arrive at the airport. Travel to Albufeira in the Algarve and check into the aparthotel—your home for the next 19 nights. Apartment available upon arrival. Afternoon and evening at leisure. Alfagar Alto da Colina Aparthotel 4*
- Day 3: Albufeira
Spend your day as you please.
- Day 4: Loulé (65km)
Visit the town of Loulé, with a stroll through its narrow streets and a visit to the medieval castle and its ramparts. Stop at the traditional market of this historic town. Continue to the village of São Lourenço for a visit to its church, renowned for its 18th‑century azulejos covering almost the entire interior. Visit a vineyard in the backcountry of the Algarve for wine tasting and a lunch featuring regional flavors. (L)
- Days 5 to 7: Albufeira
Spend your days as you please.
- Day 8: Albufeira
Free day or optional excursion ($) to Eastern Algarve.
- Day 9: Abufeira
Spend your day as you please.
- Day 10: Albufeira
Free day or optional excursion ($) along the Cork Tree Route.
- Day 11: Albufeira
Spend your day as you please.
- Day 12: Albufeira
Free day or optional excursion ($) to Lagos and Sagres.
- Days 13 to 19: Albufeira
Spend your days as you please.
- Day 20: Albufeira
Free day. Farewell cocktail.
- Day 21: Albufeira – Lisbon (255km)
Travel to Lisbon. Guided tour of the Portuguese capital and check in at the hotel. Hotel TBD
- Day 22: Lisbon
Free day or optional excursion ($) to Sintra. (B)
- Day 23: Lisbon – Montréal
Transfer to the airport and return flight to Montreal. (B)
Inclusions
Montréal – Lisbon round-trip flight
Transportation by tour bus
Transfers
21 nights in an apartment with a kitchenette et dans une chambre dans un hôtel 4*
Apartment available on arrival
Tours, excursions, and activities listed in the itinerary
Service of a CAA-Quebec tour leader and local French-speaking guides
Handling of one suitcase per person
Travel guidebook
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
Exclusive French-language excursion package with a set minimum of passengers ($)
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If the scheduled flight is operated by Air France or KLM, only the Air France/KLM shuttle bus service will be available for passengers departing from Québec City.