PortugalPortugal by train: North to south
- 12 days
- 10 nights
- 16 meals
Treat yourself to an exceptional journey across Portugal combining luxury, culture, local cuisine, and freedom. This new itinerary takes you from north to south by first-class train, for a peaceful, eco-friendly, and fully immersive experience. Stay in charming 4-star hotels in Porto, Lisbon, and the Algarve—your home base for exploring all that the “land of gentle traditions” has to offer. Won’t you join us?
Cities on itinerary:
Porto, Portimão, Lisbon, Amarante, Albufeira, Lagos, Sintra
- Moderate
- CAA-Quebec host
Highlights:
- Train ride across the country, north to south
- Wine tasting in the Douro Valley
- Landscapes of the Algarve
- Private gourmet tour in Lisbon
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Itinerary
- Day 1: Montreal – Porto
Flight to Porto.
- Day 2: Porto
Arrive and transfer to hotel, with room access upon arrival. In the afternoon, take a sightseeing tour of the city of Porto. Carrís Porto Ribeira Hotel 4*
- Day 3: Porto
In the morning, go on a walking tour of some of Porto’s lesser-known gems. Then, board a rabelo boat—once used to transport barrels of Port wine—for a river cruise offering stunning views of the six bridges that connect Porto to Vila Nova de Gaia. Spend the rest of the day as you please. (B)
- Day 4: Porto – Amarante – Pinhao – Porto (260km)
Depart to discover the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Douro River to admire the landscapes and vineyards from the water. Continue to a viewpoint offering breathtaking vistas of the surrounding hills. Visit a renowned wine estate for a Port wine tasting and an introduction to the winemaking process. Lunch at the estate, featuring regional specialties and local wines. At the end of the day, visit the historic center of Amarante, including the bridge over the Tâmega River. Drive along the legendary N222 route to Pinhao, often cited as one of the most beautiful roads in the world. Return to Porto. (B-L)
- Day 5: Porto – Albufeira – Portimão (550km)
Transfer to the station to take the train to the Algarve. Be met at Albufeira station, transfer to Portimão, and check in at the hotel for the next 4 nights. Turim Presidente Hotel 4* (B-D)
- Day 6: Portimão
Free day. (B-D)
- Day 7: Portimão – Cape St. Vincent – Sagres – Lagos – Ponta da Piedade – Portimão (140km)
Discover the spectacular landscapes of the Algarve, starting with the dramatic cliffs of Cape St. Vincent, known as the “end of the world,” then visit the Fortress of Sagres, linked to the legendary Prince Henry the Navigator. Have lunch where you please. Continue to Lagos, a charming coastal town famous for its amazing light and stunning beaches. End the day with a stroll along the breathtaking coastline to Ponta da Piedade, with panoramic ocean views. (B-D)
- Day 8: Portimão
Free day. (B-D)
- Day 9: Portimão – Albufeira – Lisbon (280km)
Transfer from Portimão to the Albufeira station to take the train to Lisbon. Be met at the station for a sightseeing tour of Lisbon. Transfer to the hotel and check in for the next 3 nights. Turim Avenida da Liberdade Hotel 4* (B)
- Day 10: Lisbon
Private gourmet walking tour to discover the city center, Rossio, Cais do Sodré, Chiado, and Bairro Alto. Enjoy tastings of typical food and drinks during this gastronomic tour led by an expert local guide. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure. Dinner featuring a Fado show. (B-D)
- Day 11: Lisbon – Sintra – Lisbon (80 km)
Depart for Sintra. Visit Pena Park, a lush natural sanctuary, followed by a tour of Pena Palace, a Romanticist architectural masterpiece straight out of a fairy tale. Continue to the historic center for a visit to the Sintra National Palace. Return to Lisbon via the scenic coastal road, passing through the seaside resorts of Cascais and Estoril. (B)
- Day 12: Lisbon – Montreal
Transfer to the airport. Return flight to Montreal. (B)
Inclusions
Montréal – Porto and Lisbon – Montréal flights
Transportation by tour bus
Transportation from Porto to Albufeira and Albufeira to Lisbon by 1st-class train
Transfers
Room ready on arrival
French-speaking CAA-Quebec host
Services of French-speaking local tour guides
Tours, excursions, and activities listed in the itinerary
Handling of one suitcase per person
Individual audio headsets during tours
Travel guidebook & explore gift
Airline taxes
Travel insurance
Tips not listed in the “Price includes” section
Personal expenses
Anything not listed in the “Price includes” section
CFCTA if applicable
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