Discover the elegance of Spain's western neighbor, Portugal - a land of extraordinary wines and a fascinating culture preserved through the years. Stay in well-preserved castles for a truly unusual experience. From the verdant green north to the Sun Coast, this colorful little country may surprise you.

9 day escorted tour

Inclusions:

• 2 nights in Viano do Castelo at the Pousada Monte Santa Luzia
• 2 nights in Bussaco at the Bussaco Palace Hotel
• 3 nights in Sintra at the Hotel Palacio de Seteais
• 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners

Highlights:

• Manor house of Count Calheiros
• Sample port wines
• Hand painted china at Visa Alegre Museum
• Explore Coimbra's university
• UNESCO international heritage sites of Alcobaca, Batalha and Sintra
• Roman artifacts in the Monographic Museum
• Tour the Palace and grounds of Queluz
• Private Fado concert
• Art treasures in Lisbon's Gulbenkian Museum