Portugal Norte y Sur
Duration
8 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Starting city
Madrid
Available
April 2025 / March 2026
Cities to visit:
Madrid; Merida; Evora; Marvao; Castelo De Vide; Tomar; Fatima; Porto; Braga; Guimaraes; Bom Jesus Do Monte, Braga; Pinhao, Vila Real; Coimbra; Batalha, Batalha; Nazare, Nazare; Obidos; Lisbon; Caceres
Video Gallery
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo!
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.
Joining the tour at the designated meeting point and time is crucial. Please verify these details in advance, as there are multiple joining points available. If you have any questions, contact Europamundo before your trip using the emergency telephone number or the chat feature on your "My Trip" website.
Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.
Enjoy your tour!
Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide will likely offer optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc.
Joining the tour at the designated meeting point and time is crucial. Please verify these details in advance, as there are multiple joining points available. If you have any questions, contact Europamundo before your trip using the emergency telephone number or the chat feature on your "My Trip" website.
Please be on time as we travel together in a group; everyone´s cooperation is essential for a successful trip.
Enjoy your tour!
Total distance covered: 505 km.
Scenery: Expansive pastures in Extremadura and walled towns in Portugal. We’ll enter Lisbon via the stunning suspension bridge over the Tagus River.
Note: Adjust your watch back one hour when crossing into Portugal (when it is 12:00 p.m. in Spain, it is 11:00 a.m. in Portugal).
07:45 a.m. – Departure from Madrid (the time may vary slightly depending on the hotel pickup location). We’ll journey through Castile and Extremadura.
12:15 p.m. - Mérida. Arrival in the capital of Extremadura. Admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This site includes the largest Roman Theater and Amphitheater in the Iberian Peninsula, known for its excellent preservation and as a testament to the importance of entertainment in ancient Rome´s provinces. Mérida has a lively pedestrian historic center with many places to enjoy lunch.
03:30 p.m. – Departure from Mérida. We’ll take in the picturesque farmland scenery as we cross into Portugal, entering the Alentejo region.
04:30 p.m. (Portuguese time) - Évora. Arrival in the capital of Alentejo, one of the oldest cities in Portugal and UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll have time to stroll through the historic center, with its charming, whitewashed streets, magnificent cathedral, and ancient churches, offering a true taste of southern Portugal. We recommend visiting the Chapel of Bones, built with 5000 skeletons!
Note: If the number of passengers is very limited, the journey from Madrid to Mérida might be made on public transport (regular bus or train).
Scenery: Expansive pastures in Extremadura and walled towns in Portugal. We’ll enter Lisbon via the stunning suspension bridge over the Tagus River.
Note: Adjust your watch back one hour when crossing into Portugal (when it is 12:00 p.m. in Spain, it is 11:00 a.m. in Portugal).
07:45 a.m. – Departure from Madrid (the time may vary slightly depending on the hotel pickup location). We’ll journey through Castile and Extremadura.
12:15 p.m. - Mérida. Arrival in the capital of Extremadura. Admission is included to the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This site includes the largest Roman Theater and Amphitheater in the Iberian Peninsula, known for its excellent preservation and as a testament to the importance of entertainment in ancient Rome´s provinces. Mérida has a lively pedestrian historic center with many places to enjoy lunch.
03:30 p.m. – Departure from Mérida. We’ll take in the picturesque farmland scenery as we cross into Portugal, entering the Alentejo region.
04:30 p.m. (Portuguese time) - Évora. Arrival in the capital of Alentejo, one of the oldest cities in Portugal and UNESCO World Heritage Site. We’ll have time to stroll through the historic center, with its charming, whitewashed streets, magnificent cathedral, and ancient churches, offering a true taste of southern Portugal. We recommend visiting the Chapel of Bones, built with 5000 skeletons!
Note: If the number of passengers is very limited, the journey from Madrid to Mérida might be made on public transport (regular bus or train).
Total distance covered: 305 km.
Scenery: White villages, castles, and farmlands.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Évora.
10:15 a.m. – Arrival in Marvão, a very picturesque walled town that offers a fantastic panoramic view of the region.
11:15 a.m. – Departure from Marvão.
11:45 a.m. - Castelo de Vide. Enjoy leisure time in this Alentejo town, featuring a grand castle and an ancient Jewish quarter complete with a medieval synagogue (now a museum). You´ll have the opportunity to explore these attractions and enjoy lunch amidst the maze of narrow, winding streets adorned with charming Gothic archways, perfect for a relaxing stroll.
01:45 p.m. – Departure from Castelo de Vide.
03:30 p.m. – Tomar. We include admission to the immense Convent of Christ, formerly belonging to the Templars and now a dominant landmark in the city.
04:30 p.m. – Departure from Tomar.
05:15 p.m. - Fátima - Before we arrive, we´ll make a brief stop in Aljustrel, the village where the Three Shepherds were born; here, we´ll visit Lucia´s house. Upon arriving in Fátima, an important sanctuary and pilgrimage site commemorating the apparitions of Our Lady to the Three Shepherds, we’ll find the chapel built in 1919 at the site of the apparitions, in Cova de Iría. Since then, the Sanctuary has continued to expand in response to the influx of pilgrims. You’ll have free time, during which, if desired, you can watch the candlelight procession (not held in winter). Dinner is included.
Scenery: White villages, castles, and farmlands.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Évora.
10:15 a.m. – Arrival in Marvão, a very picturesque walled town that offers a fantastic panoramic view of the region.
11:15 a.m. – Departure from Marvão.
11:45 a.m. - Castelo de Vide. Enjoy leisure time in this Alentejo town, featuring a grand castle and an ancient Jewish quarter complete with a medieval synagogue (now a museum). You´ll have the opportunity to explore these attractions and enjoy lunch amidst the maze of narrow, winding streets adorned with charming Gothic archways, perfect for a relaxing stroll.
01:45 p.m. – Departure from Castelo de Vide.
03:30 p.m. – Tomar. We include admission to the immense Convent of Christ, formerly belonging to the Templars and now a dominant landmark in the city.
04:30 p.m. – Departure from Tomar.
05:15 p.m. - Fátima - Before we arrive, we´ll make a brief stop in Aljustrel, the village where the Three Shepherds were born; here, we´ll visit Lucia´s house. Upon arriving in Fátima, an important sanctuary and pilgrimage site commemorating the apparitions of Our Lady to the Three Shepherds, we’ll find the chapel built in 1919 at the site of the apparitions, in Cova de Iría. Since then, the Sanctuary has continued to expand in response to the influx of pilgrims. You’ll have free time, during which, if desired, you can watch the candlelight procession (not held in winter). Dinner is included.
Total distance covered: 210 km.
Scenery: Pleasant green hills.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Fátima.
11:00 a.m. - Porto. We’ll board a traditional Portuguese "Rabelo" boat for a 50-minute cruise along the Douro River, offering a unique view of the city’s beautiful riverside as we pass under the six bridges that span the river, including the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. While enjoying the experience, we’ll also have the opportunity to taste a delicious glass of Port wine, the most famous of Portuguese wines, produced in this region and once transported on these very boats. Afterwards, you’ll have free time, and we recommend exploring the medieval Ribeira district, with its narrow, cobblestone streets lined with old merchant houses and charming cafes.
07:00 p.m. - We´ll provide a transfer to the hotel.
Note: From November to April, the boat ride may be in the afternoon.
Scenery: Pleasant green hills.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Fátima.
11:00 a.m. - Porto. We’ll board a traditional Portuguese "Rabelo" boat for a 50-minute cruise along the Douro River, offering a unique view of the city’s beautiful riverside as we pass under the six bridges that span the river, including the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. While enjoying the experience, we’ll also have the opportunity to taste a delicious glass of Port wine, the most famous of Portuguese wines, produced in this region and once transported on these very boats. Afterwards, you’ll have free time, and we recommend exploring the medieval Ribeira district, with its narrow, cobblestone streets lined with old merchant houses and charming cafes.
07:00 p.m. - We´ll provide a transfer to the hotel.
Note: From November to April, the boat ride may be in the afternoon.
Total distance covered: 385 km.
Scenery: Green landscapes of northern Portugal, with particularly stunning views in the Douro Valley.
Note: From November to March, schedules are adjusted to accommodate daylight hours.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Porto.
09:00 a.m. - Arrival in Braga. Time to explore the religious heart of Portugal with its ancient cathedral. We´ll visit the base of Bom Jesus Sanctuary and ascend on the world´s oldest cable car moved by water (ticket included). After visiting the sanctuary, we recommend you descend via the impressive staircase.
11:15 a.m. - Departure from Bom Jesus.
11:45 a.m. - Arrival in Guimaraes. Enjoy free time in this city, the first capital of Portugal, known for its Palace of the Dukes. You´ll have time for lunch.
14:00 p.m. - Departure from Guimarães. We´ll journey through scenic vineyards descending to the Douro Valley and stop in Sabrosa, the birthplace of Magellan.
16:45 p.m. - Arrival in Pinhão. Visit its charming train station adorned with traditional tiles and enjoy a cruise along the Douro River (from November to March, the cruise is not available, so it will be replaced with a scenic drive with stops at viewpoints along the Douro River).
17:45 p.m. - Departure from Pinhão.
20:15 p.m. - Arrival in Coimbra. Dinner will be served at the hotel.
Scenery: Green landscapes of northern Portugal, with particularly stunning views in the Douro Valley.
Note: From November to March, schedules are adjusted to accommodate daylight hours.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Porto.
09:00 a.m. - Arrival in Braga. Time to explore the religious heart of Portugal with its ancient cathedral. We´ll visit the base of Bom Jesus Sanctuary and ascend on the world´s oldest cable car moved by water (ticket included). After visiting the sanctuary, we recommend you descend via the impressive staircase.
11:15 a.m. - Departure from Bom Jesus.
11:45 a.m. - Arrival in Guimaraes. Enjoy free time in this city, the first capital of Portugal, known for its Palace of the Dukes. You´ll have time for lunch.
14:00 p.m. - Departure from Guimarães. We´ll journey through scenic vineyards descending to the Douro Valley and stop in Sabrosa, the birthplace of Magellan.
16:45 p.m. - Arrival in Pinhão. Visit its charming train station adorned with traditional tiles and enjoy a cruise along the Douro River (from November to March, the cruise is not available, so it will be replaced with a scenic drive with stops at viewpoints along the Douro River).
17:45 p.m. - Departure from Pinhão.
20:15 p.m. - Arrival in Coimbra. Dinner will be served at the hotel.
Total distance covered: 280 km.
Scenery: Enjoy the views of hills, forests, and the ocean throughout the journey.
After breakfast, we´ll head to the historic center to explore the third largest city of Portugal, known for its rich history that includes one of the world´s oldest universities and Portugal´s oldest. Wander through its charming streets, picturesque courtyards, and lively student atmosphere.
11:30 a.m. – Departure from Coimbra.
12:30 p.m. - Batalha Monastery (entrance fee included). We´ll visit this impressive medieval mausoleum of kings, which holds great historical significance as a pivotal site in the consolidation of the Portuguese nation. You can explore the interior of the monastery or admire its impressive facade and stroll through the surrounding quaint shopping streets.
01:30 p.m. – Departure from Batalha Monastery.
02:00 p.m. – Nazaré. We´ll arrive at this picturesque fishing town. We´ll include a ride on the elevator that ascends to the old city perched atop a cliff, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and the bustling beach below. Afterwards, there will be time for lunch and rest.
04:30 p.m. – Departure from Nazaré.
05:00 p.m. – Óbidos. This charming town is renowned for its medieval walls, castle, streets adorned with flowers, and bustling commercial life.
06:15 p.m. – Departure from Óbidos.
07:30 p.m. – Lisbon.
Scenery: Enjoy the views of hills, forests, and the ocean throughout the journey.
After breakfast, we´ll head to the historic center to explore the third largest city of Portugal, known for its rich history that includes one of the world´s oldest universities and Portugal´s oldest. Wander through its charming streets, picturesque courtyards, and lively student atmosphere.
11:30 a.m. – Departure from Coimbra.
12:30 p.m. - Batalha Monastery (entrance fee included). We´ll visit this impressive medieval mausoleum of kings, which holds great historical significance as a pivotal site in the consolidation of the Portuguese nation. You can explore the interior of the monastery or admire its impressive facade and stroll through the surrounding quaint shopping streets.
01:30 p.m. – Departure from Batalha Monastery.
02:00 p.m. – Nazaré. We´ll arrive at this picturesque fishing town. We´ll include a ride on the elevator that ascends to the old city perched atop a cliff, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and the bustling beach below. Afterwards, there will be time for lunch and rest.
04:30 p.m. – Departure from Nazaré.
05:00 p.m. – Óbidos. This charming town is renowned for its medieval walls, castle, streets adorned with flowers, and bustling commercial life.
06:15 p.m. – Departure from Óbidos.
07:30 p.m. – Lisbon.
Sightseeing tour of Lisbon. In the morning, you’ll enjoy a city tour with a local guide lasting approximately 2 hours. You’ll get to know the Portuguese capital of the seven hills, with its charming alleys, iconic tiles, the feeling of "saudade," and the beautiful Atlantic light. Our tour will include stops at the following points: Eduardo VII Park, Baixa Pombalina (Marquis of Pombal Square, Rossio with views of São Jorge Castle and Alfama), Estrela neighborhood, Estrela Basilica, the Monument of the Discoveries, Belém Tower, and the Jerónimos Monastery. The visit will conclude in the city center. You´ll have free time in the afternoon to further explore the city. We recommend taking the Glória Funicular to visit Bairro Alto and the São Pedro viewpoint. Optionally, our guide will offer visits to the picturesque towns of Sintra, with its castle, and Cascais and Estoril by the seaside.
08:30 p.m. - We’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square , filled with vibrant bars and cafes.
08:30 p.m. - We’ll return to the hotel from the lively Restauradores Square , filled with vibrant bars and cafes.
Total distance covered: 620 km.
Scenery: Forests, small mountains, walled villages, and Castilian hills.
Note: There is a one-hour time difference between Spain and Portugal. When it is 11:00 a.m. in Portugal, it is 12:00 p.m. in Spain.
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Lisbon. We’ll cross the beautiful region of Alentejo.
09:45 a.m. - Estremoz. Arrival in this charming town with a medieval castle, cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture, and a peaceful atmosphere that reflects Portuguese authenticity.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Estremoz. We’ll pass into Spain, crossing the meadows of Extremadura.
01:30 p.m. (12:30 p.m. in Portugal) - Cáceres. Time for lunch, followed by a walk through its historic center, one of the best-preserved medieval and Renaissance urban complexes in the world.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Cáceres.
08:00 p.m. - Madrid.
Scenery: Forests, small mountains, walled villages, and Castilian hills.
Note: There is a one-hour time difference between Spain and Portugal. When it is 11:00 a.m. in Portugal, it is 12:00 p.m. in Spain.
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Lisbon. We’ll cross the beautiful region of Alentejo.
09:45 a.m. - Estremoz. Arrival in this charming town with a medieval castle, cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture, and a peaceful atmosphere that reflects Portuguese authenticity.
10:30 a.m. – Departure from Estremoz. We’ll pass into Spain, crossing the meadows of Extremadura.
01:30 p.m. (12:30 p.m. in Portugal) - Cáceres. Time for lunch, followed by a walk through its historic center, one of the best-preserved medieval and Renaissance urban complexes in the world.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Cáceres.
08:00 p.m. - Madrid.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
From
USD 1,073.00