Portugal City & Surf | Summer 2024
Portugal City & Surf | Summer 2024
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Portugal City & Surf" tour, a captivating journey through Portugal's most iconic cities and stunning coastal landscapes. Begin in Lisbon, where you can savor local delicacies and explore Gothic architecture. Travel to Porto, renowned for its port wine and UNESCO-listed historic center, with stops in the sacred town of Fatima and the historic city of Coimbra. Discover the charming canal city of Aveiro and the picturesque town of Obidos before hitting the surf in Peniche. Continue to the Algarve for sun-soaked beaches and water sports, and conclude your adventure with visits to the fairytale town of Sintra and the coastal gem of Cascais. This tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and beachside relaxation. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Accommodation Name: VIP Gran Lisboa (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Meeting in the luscious city of Lisbon we'll admire the Gothic glamour, winding cobbled streets, gorgeous cathedrals and scenic views. But the best way to explore this gastronomic capital is through taste, why not sample some delicacies and the Lisbon specialty: green wine, or maybe go for a glass of port in the Bairro Alto and watch the sunset.
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Day 2: Lisbon To Porto Via Fatima And Coimbra
Location: Lisbon, Fátima, Coimbra, Porto
Accommodation Name: Star Inn Porto (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
See ya, Lisbon. We'll never forget your culinary and cultural charms.
En-route to Porto we've got a few special stopovers, such as the sacred place of miracles: Fatima. Said to be the site where the Virgin Mary appeared to peasant children, Fatima attracts 6 million people a year. Today there are two ginormous basilicas to mark the site.
This lively city is bursting at the seams with historical monuments. It's home to Portugal's oldest university, and when we stop for lunch we'll fall in love with the old stone walls and tumbling terraces of pastel colored buildings.
And welcome to Porto. Famous for port wine, baroque architecture and a UNESCO-Listed historic center, you’ll feel right at home in this colorful city… and tonight you’re free to check it out however you like.
Day 3: Porto
Location: Porto
Accommodation Name: Star Inn Porto (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is yours to explore Porto’s many wonders with your new Contiki crew. Need some inspo? Why not visit the Harry Potter Library, or one of the city’s multiple famous wine cellars? (Magic awaits, whatever you do.)
Day 4: Porto To Peniche Via Aveiro And Obidos
Location: Porto, Aveiro, Óbidos, Peniche
Accommodation Name: Star Inn Peniche (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
We're saying 'Tchau' to Porto today. After breakfast we're taking the coach towards Santa Cruz. This mini-Venice is a gorgeous town built on canals. We'll have an optional traditional boat tour to cruise the winding canals, admiring the colourful houses and learning about the area's history. Another stop for lunch, another stunning historic old town to enjoy it in. Obidos will charm us with its whitewashed houses and ruddy blooms of flowers. Arriving on the surf shore of Peniche, we’ll settle into our modern hotel dedicated to surfing, with whitewashed walls, colourful rugs & wall murals, right in front of Alfarroba beach. Complete with indoor & outdoor swimming pools, a bar, Green Key sustainability award status and connections with a local surf school, this is the perfect place to base ourselves whether you’re looking to kick back or hit the waves.
Day 5: Peniche
Location: Peniche
Accommodation Name: Star Inn Peniche (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Peniche is famous for its supreme surf beach - Praia dos Supertubos, less than 10mins from our accommodation - with a tubular wave that makes it one of the locations of choice for big time international surf event Rip Curl Pro. The shallow slope combined with the north wind and ocean currents together create a tall, perfectly hollow wave for surfing and bodyboarding. But it’s not all about the professionals - here you’ll find ideal surfing conditions for all abilities, and so many beaches that overcrowding never becomes a problem.
Day 6: Peniche To The Algarve Via Evora
Location: Peniche, Evora, Faro District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Vila Galé Tavira (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Peniche - you've been a dream. It's time to drag ourselves away this morning as we head to The Algarve. Another trip to the past as we head inside the 14th century walls of Evora, home to grandiose medieval cathedrals, roman baths and a spectacular town square. After wondering the cobbled streets we'll head on towards the Algarve. This picture perfect port town retains Evora's quaint cobbled lanes but adds a whole bunch of stunning beaches.
Day 7: The Algarve
Location: Faro District
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Vila Galé Tavira (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is yours to enjoy the Algarve. Play golf, eat, take a boat trip, swim, soak up some rays or enjoy some water sports. The choice is yours in this sun-drenched playground.
Day 8: The Algarve To Lisbon Via Sintra And Cascais
Location: Faro District, Sintra, Cascais, Lisbon
Accommodation Name: VIP Gran Lisboa (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we have a short drive from the Algarve back to Lisbon today. Thanks for the good times!
Welcome to the UNESCO town of Sintra. This fairytale town features turreted palaces and castle ruins - an insta dream.
We head to the coastal town of Cascais, known for its stunning beaches and tasty seafood. Stroll along the marina or opt in for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience hosted by local residents. This tour showcases the culture of a neighborhood shaking off old perceptions by creating an urban art gallery unlike anywhere in the world.
Grab your new pals for a farewell feast - the perfect chance to reflect on how much we've fallen in love with Portugal, and say our sad goodbyes.
Day 9: End Lisbon
Location: Lisbon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Portugal, it's been emotional. Your delicious food, rich culture, paradisaical coastlines and glittering waters will stay in our memories forever. But we'll be back soon enough.
What's Included
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Meals
Meals are included as specified in the itinerary, with breakfast provided daily.
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Surf Lesson
A surf lesson is included at Praia da Cova da Alfarroba in Peniche.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from Portugal are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions are not included and can be purchased separately.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation is primarily by coach, with scenic drives between destinations such as Lisbon, Porto, Peniche, and the Algarve.
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided at various hotels including Room007 Lisbon, Star Inn Porto, Star Inn Peniche, and Hotel Vila Galé Tavira.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at various hotels including Room007 Lisbon, Star Inn Porto, Star Inn Peniche, and Hotel Vila Galé Tavira.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, meals are included as specified in the itinerary, with breakfast provided daily.
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Is a surf lesson included in the tour?
Yes, a surf lesson is included at Praia da Cova da Alfarroba in Peniche.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, flights to and from Portugal are not included.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.
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Are optional activities included in the tour package?
No, optional activities and excursions are not included and can be purchased separately.
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Are personal expenses covered in the tour package?
No, personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Highlights include admiring the Gothic glamour of Lisbon, visiting the sacred place of miracles in Fatima, exploring Porto's UNESCO-Listed historic center, stopping at the canal city of Aveiro, enjoying the surf beach Praia dos Supertubos in Peniche, wandering the 14th century walls of Evora, and visiting the UNESCO town of Sintra.
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What activities can I do in the Algarve?
In the Algarve, you can play golf, eat, take a boat trip, swim, soak up some rays, or enjoy some water sports.
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What is special about the surf beach Praia dos Supertubos in Peniche?
Praia dos Supertubos is famous for its tubular wave that makes it one of the locations of choice for big-time international surf events like Rip Curl Pro. It offers ideal surfing conditions for all abilities.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Portugal City & Surf | Summer 2024
9 Days Starting and ending in Lisbon
Visiting: Lisbon, Fátima, Coimbra, Porto, Aveiro, Óbidos, Peniche, Evora, Faro District, Sintra, Cascais ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BBPLA19
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 24
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Beach Tours, Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology