Best of Lisbon & Algarve
Best of Lisbon & Algarve
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Overview
Make some memories exploring the stunning country of Portugal. See all the must-see sights of Lisbon, the stunning capital of the country, and visit the fairytale Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira before heading to the Algarve Region, famous for its unparalleled natural beauty and amazing beaches.
Included/Excluded
- Private arrival and departure transfers
- Accommodation in centrally located 4-star hotels
- Breakfasts in the hotels
- 2nd class train tickets: Lisbon - Albufeira
- Other transportation according to the itinerary
- Private walking tour of Lisbon
- Lisbon guided tour
- Day trip to Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra
- Boat trip of Algarve highlights, including the Benagil Cave
- International Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Meals not included in the itinerary
- City Tax
Tour Plan
Day 1: Welcome to Portugal
Welcome to sun-kissed Portugal, famous for its breathtaking coastal views, delicious food, and excellent local wines. Upon arrival in Lisbon, a private driver will meet you at the airport and take you to your centrally located hotel for check-in.
There is nothing planned for the rest of the day, and you are free to start exploring the amazing city on your own.
No meals are included.
Overnight in Lisbon.
Day 2: Private Tour of Lisbon
This morning, after breakfast, you meet your guide in the city center and enjoy an exciting 3-hour walking tour around Lisbon’s most famous sights, such as Praça do Comércio, Bairro Alto, and the Church of São Roque. The guide will show you not only the most renowned landmarks but also some hidden gems that most tourists miss.
After the tour, you have a break to have a proper lunch, take a long stroll in the city center, or rest in your hotel room.Â
And in the evening, we invite you on a romantic sunset boat ride. Cruise around the Tagus River, admiring the beautifully illuminated sights of the city and the remarkable atmosphere of Lisbon at night.
The rest of the evening you have at your leisure.
This morning, after breakfast, you meet your guide in the city center and enjoy an exciting 3-hour walking tour around Lisbon’s most famous sights, such as Praça do Comércio, Bairro Alto, and the Church of São Roque. The guide will show you not only the most renowned landmarks but also some hidden gems most tourists miss.
This morning, after breakfast, you meet your guide in the city center and enjoy an exciting 3-hour walking tour around Lisbon’s most famous sights, such as Praça do Comércio, Bairro Alto, and the Church of São Roque. The guide will show you not only the most renowned landmarks but also some hidden gems most tourists miss.
The following day, after breakfast, you meet your professional guide in the hotel lobby and together head out to see incredible historic highlights of vibrant Lisbon! The jewel of Portugal, this cultural gem is an incredible place that will make you fall in love with its rich history, unique artworks, and architectural gems. From loud names such as Bairro Alto and the Jerónimos Monastery to hidden churches and backstreet gems you would have missed otherwise, this tour will show you the lively city of Lisbon in all its glory.
There is nothing planned after the tour, and you are free to keep exploring the city on your own.
Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Lisbon.
Day 3: Day Trip to Sintra
Today, you have breakfast and head to the hotel lobby to meet your guide, who will take you to the gem that is the stunning city of Sintra and show you around its remarkable sights, Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira.
The Pena Palace is the iconic symbol of the area, looking like a place from a Disney fairytale with its beautiful facade full of life and colors. The sight is definitely a must-see, as it is considered one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal. The interiors of the palace are also something to admire; you will feel like royalty marveling at the rich decorations and furniture. One of the things to keep an eye on is the extraordinary decorative tiles that adorn the rooms.
Quinta da Regaliera boasts a very different atmosphere, evoking images of witchcraft and mistery. During the tour, you get to not only go inside the impressive castle but also enjoy a tour of the grounds—a true treasure of a sight. One of the most popular landmarks in the area is a Wishing Well, an incredible underground tower that serves as an entrance to a complicated labyrinth that ends in a cave, hidden behind a waterfall. How cool is that?
After the tour, a driver takes you back to your hotel. There is nothing planned for the rest of the day, so you are welcome to continue exploring the city on your own.
Today, you have breakfast and head to the hotel lobby to meet your guide, who will take you to the gem that is the stunning city of Sintra and show you around its remarkable sights, Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira.
Get ready for an exciting day ahead exploring the gems of Sintra, a beautiful town nestled 25 km away from the Portuguese capital. After breakfast, meet your local guide in the hotel lobby and begin your short drive to this amazing place that, for years, was a royal sanctuary.
Your first stop is the out-of-this-world Quinta da Regaliera, a spectacular 19th-century manor. With Gothic, Egyptian, Moorish, and Renaissance features interwoven in its design, the palace is a truly special sight to behold and feels like something out of a dark fantasy book. But the true gem is its lavish gardens and the famous Initiation Well, spiraling beneath the Earth for eight stores and connected to a secret waterfall by an underground tunnel.
Next, you stop by the Pena Palace, a calling card of Sintra and a place with a very different energy than Quinta da Regaliera. Full of vibrant colors, Pena Castle looks absolutely magical, like it belongs in a Disney movie, and is surely a must-visit place during any Lisbon vacation.
After the tour of Pena Palace is over, you head back to Lisbon and have the rest of the day at leisure.
Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Lisbon
Day 4: Free Day in Lisbon
Today, there is nothing planned. Enjoy the best the city has to offer, take advantage of its incredible restaurant scene, or hunt for souvenirs to bring back home.
Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Lisbon.
Day 5: Departure for Albufeira
The following morning, you enjoy breakfast, check out of your hotel in Lisbon, and have a private transfer to the train station, where you catch your train to Albufeira. It takes about 3 hours to reach this beautiful coastal city, so you will have time to relax and take in the unparalleled beauty of the Portuguese countryside.
Upon arrival, a driver will be waiting to take you to your hotel in the city center.
There is nothing planned for the rest of the day, and you are free to start exploring the city on your own.
Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Albufeira.
Day 6: Highlights of Algarve
This morning, after breakfast, we invite you to join a small group of fellow travelers for a wonderful boat tour of the region's highlights. Soak in the unparalleled natural beauty of the Algarve; visit the world-famous caves, including the Algar de Benagil—a stunning domed sea cave allowing natural light in through the opening at the top; and relax as you swim in the open sea during the stops.
What is more, you will be served a selection of Portuguese wines carefully chosen to represent different wine regions of the country onboard.
After the tour, you have a transfer back to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day free to keep exploring the city on your own.
Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Albufeira.
Day 7: Free Day in Albufeira
Get ready for an exciting day ahead! The Algarve Region is famous for its natural beauty, and you have a chance to see why. After breakfast, you meet your guide in the hotel lobby and kick off your day trip with a stop at Cape Sao Vicente, the southwesternmost point of mainland Europe. Before the 15th century, this stunning stretch of the coast was believed to be the end of the world, and when you stand on top of the 40-meter-high cliffs and look at the boundless ocean, you can easily see why.
Next, you head to the fortress of Sagres, an amazing sight boasting a rich historical and cultural heritage. What makes it extra special is the interesting layout, as steep 60-meter cliffs serve as the natural walls of the fortress, making it a majestic sight to behold.
After that, you head to Ponta da Piedade, one of the most beautiful spots in Portugal, which will surely take your breath away. The area is famous for its golden cliffs towering over the Atlantic Ocean and forming caves, natural sea arches, and hidden grottos, and you are welcome to add a boat trip to see this beauty up close.Â
Following that, you head to the city of Lagos for lunch in its historical center before starting your drive back to Albufeira. On your way there, you will enjoy stops at Praia da Rocha and Portimao Marina. some of the most famous beaches in the country.
There is nothing planned after the trip, and you are welcome to enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Get ready for an exciting day ahead! The Algarve Region is famous for its natural beauty, and you have a chance to see why. After breakfast, you meet your guide in the hotel lobby and kick off your day trip with a stop at Cape Sao Vicente, the southwesternmost point of mainland Europe. Before the 15th century, this stunning stretch of the coast was believed to be the end of the world, and when you stand on top of the 40-meter-high cliffs and look at the boundless ocean, you can easily see why.
Next, you head to the fortress of Sagres, an amazing sight boasting a rich historical and cultural heritage. What makes it extra special is the interesting layout, as steep 60-meter cliffs serve as the natural walls of the fortress, making it a majestic sight to behold.
After that, you head to Ponta da Piedade, one of the most beautiful spots in Portugal, which will surely take your breath away. The area is famous for its golden cliffs towering over the Atlantic Ocean and forming caves, natural sea arches, and hidden grottos, and you are welcome to add a boat trip to see this beauty up close.Â
Following that, you head to the city of Lagos for lunch in its historical center before starting your drive back to Albufeira. On your way there, you will enjoy stops at Praia da Rocha and Portimao Marina, some of the most famous beaches in the country.
There is nothing planned after the trip, and you are welcome to enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Get ready for an exciting day ahead! The Algarve Region is famous for its natural beauty, and you have a chance to see why. After breakfast, you meet your guide in the hotel lobby and kick off your day trip with a stop at Cape Sao Vicente, the southwesternmost point of mainland Europe. Before the 15th century, this stunning stretch of the coast was believed to be the end of the world, and when you stand on top of the 40-meter-high cliffs and look at the boundless ocean, you can easily see why.
Today, there is nothing planned. Enjoy the best the city has to offer, take advantage of its amazing sandy beaches, excellent restaurant scene, or hunt for souvenirs to bring back home.
Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Albufeira.
Day 8: Free Day in Albufeira
Today, there is nothing planned. Enjoy the best the city has to offer, take advantage of its amazing sandy beaches, excellent restaurant scene, or hunt for souvenirs to bring back home.
Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Albufeira.
Day 9: Departure
This is the last day of your vacation! Today, you enjoy breakfast in your hotel, check out, and have a transfer to the Faro airport for your flight back home. We wish you a safe trip home and can't wait to start working on your next vacation!
Breakfast is included.
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4.4
Overall, the tour was great! The itinerary was well-designed, and the guides were knowledgeable and friendly. However, there were a few instances where the pace felt a bit rushed, and we wished we had more time to explore certain attractions. Nonetheless, it was a memorable experience, and we would consider booking with Travel Inventor again in the future.
5
That was our first private tour with Travel Inventor, and at the beginning, we weren’t sure if we needed to take it. But now we do regret these thoughts! The trip was AMAZING! The attention to detail and personalized service made us feel like royalty. Every moment was magical, from exploring historic landmarks to indulging in local cuisine. Highly recommend!