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A top program in a top destination. Made for the demanding traveler.
From €8.600 (price per person based on double occupancy)
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Welcome to Portugal. Wine Tourism in Portugal will invite you to discover this amazing Country.
After airport formalities at Lisbon International Airport (LIS), you will be collected outside customs and transferred to the Hotel, by an English-speaking Chauffeur in a deluxe vehicle.
Drop-off at the Hotel.
Upon arrival, complete your check-in at the hotel, and we offer you a choice between two options: PortoBay Liberdade OR Memmo Principe Real. Each promises a distinctive experience, ensuring your stay is tailored to your preferences and desires.
A brief stroll away, you'll discover Gambrinus, an iconic landmark in Lisbon's culinary scene. For the past 78 years, this establishment has been a rendezvous for national and international personalities, artists, and politicians. It serves as a distinguished setting where you'll relish an unforgettable dinner experience.
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Breakfast at the Hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
You will have a Drive/Walking Tour in Lisbon with a private driver. The city has great diversity and cultural depth. You will visit Lisbon's Cathedral, the only building that survived the 1755 earthquake. Afterward, you’ll go up one of Lisbon's seven hills, and, in the Alfama neighborhood you will find São Jorge Castle, and have the chance to enjoy one of the most stunning views of the city. Afterward, you will discover the renovated "Baixa Pombalina", where you will find the ultra-luxurious Avenida da Liberdade (where shoppers can find stores such as Louis Vuitton, Prada, Gucci, and Onofre, among others). For a true Portuguese experience, you can also discover traditions and heritage in local shops, whose focus is on selling quality national products. 'A Vida Portuguesa', Silva & Feijóo, Fantastic World Of Portuguese Sardines, Casa Macário, Pérola do Arsenal, Vista Alegre, Marques & Sequeira and Pérola de São Mamede are worth the visit. Enjoy the architectural masterpiece that is Rua Augusta Arch, the Santa Justa Lift, and behold the Comércio Square. After returning to your hotel stop at the stylish district of Chiado home to Café ‘a Brasileira’ and sip on Bica—Portuguese espresso— take a moment to admire the remarkable brass-and-wood Art Nouveau interior, the preferred haunt of intellectuals and artists (including Fernando Pessoa and Almada Negreiros) since the early nineteenth century.
Lunch will be served at Solar dos Presuntos. “Whoever comes into this home, enters their own home”. This was the feeling prevailing back on 30th October 1974 when Solar dos Presuntos first threw open its doors. And that is how it remains after some four decades dedicated to the very best traditions in Portuguese cuisine with a Minho inspiration.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a drive/walking tour in Belém with a private driver, a charming district to the west of Lisbon, and is the setting for many of the city’s most iconic tourist attractions. Originally, Belém was the location of Lisbon’s shipyards and docks, and from here departed the 15th-century voyages that discovered the sea routes to India, East Africa, and Brazil. This rich seafaring heritage is commemorated in Belem, along with extravagant buildings that were funded by the vast wealth that flowed into Portugal. Belem offers outstanding tourist attractions like Torre de Belém, Lisbon’s most famous and photographed monument, Mosteiro dos Jerónimos the greatest example of the Manueline style of architecture, and the imposing Padrão dos Descobrimentos, a monument to the 15th-century Portuguese explorers, and its panoramic rooftop viewpoint.
For enthusiasts of art and architecture, we highly recommend exploring the following must-visit destinations: MAAT Museum, Coach Museum, and Berardo Collection Museum.
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Breakfast at the Hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
The day begins in Sintra. You will have a drive/walking tour with a private driver. Sintra, the Moon Hill, is a place full of magic and mystery, where Nature and Man have combined in such a perfect symbiosis that UNESCO has granted it World Heritage Site status. Fall in love with some of the most romantic and astonishing Palaces in Portugal. The sumptuous and wonderfully atmospheric National Palace of Pena and its Gardens appear as a wild fantasy of domes, towers, ramparts, and walkways. The Quinta da Regaleira, is a 19th-century palace, although it looks older, boasting impressive decorations laden with Masonic references, the gardens of Seteais Palace, and the Castle of the Moors, built in the ninth century.
Lunch will be served at Incomum Restaurant, in Sintra. This gastronomic space, owned by Chef Luis Santos, has to offer plenty of creative suggestions. An elegant and refined atmosphere, this all in a contemporary and relaxed welcoming space with an expert staff always ready in the art of good service and hospitality.
Continue your tour towards Cascais, a charming coastal town near Lisbon. Enjoy a stroll along the marina, where you can admire picturesque boats soak in the coastal atmosphere, and wander through the narrow cobblestone streets of the historic center, filled with shops, cafes, and local charm.
Drop-off at the Hotel.
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Breakfast at the hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
The first stop will be at the Palace, Museum, and Quinta da Bacalhôa. We will allow you to visit one of the most emblematic wine-producing estates in the region, not only because of its awarded wines but also because of the beautiful framework of the estate and Palace, from the 14th century. Discover a privileged landscape passing along the gardens and the vineyards to the lake house, where you can find the first tile dated in Portugal and discover the unique pieces of art from the private art collection of the Comendador. The experience includes a private visit to the Palace, and Bacalhôa Museum, and ends with a Premium wine tasting.
Lunch is waiting for you at Wine Corner Restaurant. The Wine Corner by José Maria da Fonseca is the company’s flagship restaurant, integrated into its Museum House in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão. The relaxed and pleasant environment is designed to provide an immersive experience into the winery’s history and values, where one can taste all of the wines from José Maria da Fonseca, either by the glass or by the bottle, combined with a high-quality yet informal gastronomical offering.
Then, you will visit José Maria da Fonseca, established in 1834, José Maria da Fonseca is one of the leaders in the areas of production and sale of the table and fortified wines. This brand is marketed in more than 70 countries. Built in the XIX century, the House Museum was restored in 1923 by the Swiss architect Ernesto Korrodi and was the residence of the Soares Franco family until 1974. With a façade and gardens of very special beauty, the House Museum has always been associated with the image of José Maria da Fonseca. Visit the House Museum and have a 3 Super Premium Wine Tasting.
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Breakfast at the Hotel followed by Check-out.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
Explore Évora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided drive and walking tour with a private driver. Renowned as a city museum, its well-preserved historic center stands as one of Portugal's richest monuments.
Highlights include the Roman Temple of Évora, a significant 1st-century tribute to Emperor Augustus, later named the Temple of Diana. The Gothic-style Évora Cathedral, dating back to the 13th-14th centuries, boasts a remarkable cloister and statues of apostles, a masterpiece of Portuguese medieval sculpture. The Church of San Francisco, representing a blend of Gothic, Mudejar, and Manueline styles, was reconstructed during the reigns of D. João II and D. Manuel. Within it lies the Chapel of the Bones, an 18th-century marvel entirely adorned with human bones, bearing the haunting inscription "We bones that here are, for yours await."
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Check-in at the Convento do Espinheiro, A Luxury Collection Hotel & SPA, a former convent of the fifteenth century that is filled with sacred art, tiles, and a frescoed ceiling. Built in the XV century, Convento do Espinheiro has been fascinating because of its history, charm, and rare beauty. Through centuries was one spot of election by the royal family whenever they moved to Évora. Enjoy the Hotel facilities.
Dinner will be served at Divinus Restaurant. Inside this 15th-century monument, the Divinus Restaurant is located in the old cellar of the convent, where the symbiosis between history, authenticity, and gastronomy is perfect. The Chef interprets the Alentejo cuisine with great passion, taking it as his starting point for the original recipes of this gastronomy and treating each delicacy as unique, he challenges the imagination and creates his fusion dishes inspired by the Alentejo.
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Breakfast at the hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
You will discover Monte da Ravasqueira where you can find a modern wine production inspired by Napa Valley. The Vineyard is located in the municipality of Arraiolos, where you will have the opportunity to visit one of the most traditional wine-producing estates in the Alentejo region. In a guided tour you will be able to learn more about the raw material and go through the vineyards, and bottling line, at the end, you will enjoy Reserve wine tasting and a visit to the Carriage Driving Museum, one of the best carriage private collections in the country.
Lunch will be served at Dom Joaquim Restaurant. Tradicional Alentejo cuisine with the chef's touch. A welcoming restaurant in Evora, where Alentejo food is always matched with a fine wine.
The next stop is Cartuxa Wine Cellar. Located in the former refectory of the Jesuit retirement home, they taught at the University of Évora in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. With his expulsion in 1759, by order of the Marquis of Pombal, the property became part of the state, starting a few years later, in 1776, working as an important mill of wine absorbed the wine production in the region. Acquired in the nineteenth century by the Eugénio de Almeida family, the Cartuxa Cellar has undergone several renovations and expansions over time, preserving the richness of its architectural and historical memory. Enjoy a visit and wine tasting afterward.
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Breakfast at the hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
You will begin your day by visiting the world-renowned Herdade do Esporão. The Herdade presents itself as an Estate steeped in history and, a producer of outstanding quality wines. The Esporão vines are located in the heart of Reguengos de Monsaraz, where wines are more balanced and seductive, simultaneously thriving and pleasant, luxuriant, and with good aging potential. Visit the Mill with a specialized technician and learn the most innovative processes applied in the production of Esporão olive oil. Includes technical proof of the entire portfolio of Esporão olive oils.
Lunch is waiting for you at Esporão Restaurant. A 'terroir' cuisine, with modern preparation and interpretation, where the product is the centerpiece. In 2022, the Herdade do Esporão restaurant was awarded a Michelin Star and a Green Star by the Michelin Guide. This distinction was renewed in 2023.
You will then visit São Lourenço do Barrocal. In the same family for over 200 years, São Lourenço Barrocal has its heart in a former Alentejo hill. Under the influence of Alqueva Lake, the climate of São Lourenço do Barrocal alternates between hot, dry days and cool, damp nights.
Following the tour, customize your experience by selecting a workshop tailored to your preferences. Choose from options like wool crafting, wooden spoon carving, or flower arranging.
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Breakfast at the Hotel followed by check-out.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
On your way to the Douro Valley, you will have a drive/walking tour with a private driver in Coimbra. Long ago, this site was occupied by the Celts, but the process of Romanisation brought a great cultural transformation to this region. The presence of the Romans is still visible in the various archaeological remains housed at the Museu Nacional Machado de Castro. Coimbra was the capital of Portugal during the Middle Ages, but it was the Renaissance that transformed the city into a place of knowledge when Dom João III (1521-57) decided to move the University to the city on a definitive basis, whilst at the same time numerous colleges were created to provide an alternative to the official form of teaching. You can visit Coimbra’s University where you might find some students dressed in its traditional black capes with black cassock, the Old Cathedral from 1139, the historic downtown, and the Santa Clara Monastery.
Lunch will be served at Pedro & Inês, a restaurant that offers distinctive and quality cuisine, also enjoying its location, natural setting, and landscape.
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Check-in at the Quinta do Vallado is the ideal retreat in the Douro, where peace, tranquility, elegance, and comfort are just some of the adjectives to describe the unique facilities prepared for you. It belonged to the legendary Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira and remains to this day as the property of her descendants. For nearly 200 years the Quinta do Vallado was primarily engaged in the production of Port wine, subsequently marketed by Casas Ferreira (that belonged to the Family).
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Breakfast at the Hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
You will discover Quinta do Crasto. Out of 1,500 wineries nominated around the world for the World’s Best Vineyard, Quinta do Crasto was selected as the #4 top vineyard worldwide. The Quinta has been owned by the family of Leonor and Jorge Roquette for more than a century. Its origin dates back to the 19th century. The first known references date back to 1615. One of the greatest acknowledgments came in 2008, when Wine Spectator, an international reference of the sector, considered Quinta do Crasto Reserva Vinhas Velhas 2005, coming from vineyards with 70 years, the third-best wine in the world that year, giving it a rating of 95 in one hundred points. Since then, this wine has always been in the Top 100 American publications. Visit the vineyards, including the famous old vineyards of Quinta do Crasto, a winery, and a barrel cellar, and enjoy a wine tasting.
Lunch will be served at Terraçu's Restaurant. Indulge yourself in the delicacies that Quinta Nova’s restaurant team has to offer. The menu appeals to the senses and emotions, in a relaxed and curious way. The proposals are different every day, so be guided by the inspiration of the Chef.
Then you will visit Quinta Nova Luxury Winery House “one of the 9 must-see wineries in the world” – distinguished by American Airlines. Quinta Nova Nossa Senhora do Carmo is a place of extreme beauty in the heart of the Douro and it's been owned by the Amorim family since 1999. But this property was before 1764 and historical research confirms it as a great land belonging to the Portuguese Royal Family. You will visit in detail all the production of wines, the vineyard, the winery of 1764, and the underground wine cellar, and end with a reserved wine tasting.
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Breakfast at the hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
Sail onboard a private cruise on the Douro River. Onboard the Libertu’s sailboat, experience Portuguese history, and feel nature as it travels through the Douro River as a traditional Rabelo boat moved through the force of the sails. Be amazed by the scenarios that the Douro has to offer.
Lunch is waiting at DOC Restaurant. Led by Michelin-starred Chef Rui Paula, with modern and creative gastronomy, with Douro flavors. It’s a place of enormous beauty, blending the grandeur of the vineyard-covered mountains and the serenity of the Douro River and the riverside villages, only awakened by the passage of the train. DOC serves as a window into this breathtaking scenery, making every meal a unique and special moment.
Following lunch, immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Lamego with a personalized drive and walking tour led by a private driver. The city's profound culture, architectural gems, heritage sites, and historical center make it a compelling destination. Venture into the heart of Lamego to discover the iconic Lamego Castle, a medieval fortress initiated in the 13th century to safeguard the city's inhabitants.
Delve into a treasure trove of ancient art and artifacts housed within an 18th-century bishop's palace. Highlights include a fully reconstructed gold-dripping chapel, paintings by renowned artist Grão Vasco, 16th-century Flemish tapestries, and vibrant 17th-century Azulejos panels.
Witness the evolution of architectural styles in the Lamego Cathedral, with its tower windows showcasing delicate Romanesque carvings dating back to the 12th century. The vaulted ceilings, adorned by Nicolau Nasoni in 1738, add a touch of artistic grandeur.
Ascend an imposing baroque staircase with 686 steps from a central avenue to reach the hill's summit. At the pinnacle, discover the shrine built in rocaille style in the mid-18th century to honor Nossa Senhora dos Remédios. The intricate baroque works, including a granite fountain by Nicolau Nasoni, contribute to the monument's aesthetic allure
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Breakfast at the hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
In the morning you will visit Quinta das Carvalhas, Real Companhia Velha’s crown jewel and the largest wine-producing estate in the Douro region. The Vintage Tour is a visit to the Vineyards accompanied by the Quinta das Carvalhas Agricultural Engineer. Join this tour and appreciate direct contact with nature in the vines, Mediterranean forests, and gardens, alongside the people who work them. The tour finishes at the wine shop for a tasting of the top Wines of Carvalhas partnered with a platter of cheeses and finishing with a glass of Port.
Lunch will be served at Quinta de Ventozelo Restaurant. Experience the local gastronomy at the Cantina de Ventozelo – Restaurante & Wine Bar, a place where, in the old days, meals were served to the farm workers. On the esplanade, with views over the Quinta and the Douro River, the delicacies gain new flavors. Traditional Douro and Trás-os-Montes recipes, made with produce grown in the Quinta, will be at the table. And, naturally, they will be paired with Port and Douro wines of Ventozelo.
Then, you will visit Quinta de Ventozelo – Sítio dos Prazeres (Pleasures Place). Quinta de Ventozelo produces Port and Douro wines. They are focused on producing quality wines at affordable prices, with attractive packaging. They were chosen Winery of the Year by Wine & Spirits Magazine in 2005 and have received numerous awards since. You will enjoy an audio Guide visit to the center of the Quinta. It includes visits to the interpretative center, the cellar, the warehouse, the chapel, the still, the cereal store, fruit, and vegetable garden. At the end of the visit a wine tasting.
Drop-off at the Hotel.
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Breakfast at the hotel followed by Check-out.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
We will show you the highlights of the city of Porto in a drive/walking tour with a private driver, starting in the historic center we will take you to the Clérigos Tower, designed and decorated by the Italian architect Nicolau Nasoni, located near Lello Bookstore, considered by Lonely Planet one of the three most beautiful bookstores in the world. Across Aliados Avenue, you will find São Bento Railway Station, where you can observe its twenty thousand painted tiles, depicting historical landmarks. Continue to Santa Catarina Street where is located the Majestic Café. Then, enjoy one of the most beautiful views over the Douro River from Porto Cathedral. Originally built in the 12th century, Porto Cathedral still has the original merlons and twin towers, although the towers are now topped by 18th-century additions. It has undergone various alterations over the centuries, then, you will visit the Stock Exchange Palace of Porto "Palácio da Bolsa", the building with the most different architectural styles in Porto. Last but not least, you should visit the Church of Saint Francis which is the most prominent Gothic monument in Porto and is also noted for its outstanding Baroque inner decoration. Decorated with exuberant gilt woodwork or gold leaf “Talha dourada”.
Drop-off at the Hotel in Porto (luggage storage).
Lunch will be served close to the hotel, at Real by Casa da Calçada. With imposing mirrors, marble on the tabletops, wooden elements, and gold details dot the decoration of the space designed by Porto architect Paulo Lobo. The kitchen is run by chef Hugo Rocha, who has worked at Casa da Calçada, in Amarante, but also at haute cuisine restaurants such as Vinum, in Vila Nova de Gaia, or Antiqvvm, in Porto.
Upon arrival, you have the option to check in at either PortoBay Flores or Torel Avantgarde—your choice awaits.
Torel Avantgarde and PortoBay Flores, are two unmissable hotels in Porto and are renowned for providing unique and exclusive experiences. The primary distinction lies in their locations. PortoBay Flores sits in the heart of the city center, specifically on Rua das Flores, one of Porto's most emblematic streets. In contrast, Torel Avantgarde is situated at an elevated position, offering captivating panoramic views of the city from its proximity to higher grounds.
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Breakfast at the hotel.
The Chauffeur is waiting for you in the hotel lobby.
The first stop will be at Graham's Port Lodge. Unlike most of the other cellars, Graham’s is located up the hill, which provides a superb view overlooking the river and Porto city itself. Enjoy a visit and a wine tasting.
Lunch will be served at Vinum, Graham's Restaurant, the result of the story of two families and two passions that came together to create a unique space. Vinum offers a high-quality gastronomic proposal that brings to the table the best traditions of the Douro, Trás-os-Montes, Minho, and the Atlantic that bathes Portugal: Alheira de Mirandela IGP, fish from the Matosinhos Market and the exclusive old beef from Trás-os-Montes are some of the classics that can be tasted.
Afterward, a stop at the Cockburn’s Lodge. The Cockburn’s cellars are the most extensive in the historic quarter of Vila Nova de Gaia, facing the twin city of Porto across the Douro River. A highlight of the visit to Cockburn’s is the possibility to view the coopers at work, wielding mallets with which they disassemble barrels stave by stave for maintenance and then reassemble them, a unique scene which has changed little over the centuries. Here, after the museum tour, you will enjoy some of the most exclusive Ports either on the terrace, filled with vines, creating a magical atmosphere, or in the tasting rooms where the guided tasting takes place. You will visit and enjoy a Premium wine tasting with chocolate pairing.
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Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by the check-out process.
Subsequently, you will be transported to Porto International Airport (OPO), marking the conclusion of the tour.
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