9 Days Portugal City and Surf

The one that's all about wellness vibes across Portugal’s iconic cities and stunning coastlines

A new type of trip drenched in sun and packed with wellness vibes, this one's designed to dive deep into the unique beauty and culture of Portugal. Journeying from Lisbon to Porto, this trip hits iconic destinations, uncovers Portuguese culture & soaks up the good vibes and free spirit of surf culture across the azure shores of Portugal’s beautiful coastlines.

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DAY 1 START LISBON

Lisbon

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 speciality: green wine, or maybe go for a glass of port in the Bairro Alto and watch the sunset.

Meals: Dinner

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DAY 2 LISBON TO PORTO VIA NAZARE AND COIMBRA

Lisbon

See ya, Lisbon. We'll never forget your culinary and cultural charms.

Nazare

We'll make a quick stop to visit the this tiny town known for it's massive waves & surfing scene.

Coimbra

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 coloured buildings.

Porto

And welcome to Porto. Famous for port wine, baroque architecture and a UNESCO-Listed historic centre, you’ll feel right at home in this colourful city… and tonight you’re free to check it out however you like.

Meals: Breakfast

Included Experiences:

- Ramble around Coimbra

- Seas the day at Nazare

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DAY 3 PORTO

Porto

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.)

Meals: Breakfast

OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:

Tastes of Porto - We'll hop between two bars and a restaurant on this delectable food tour. Soaking up local beverages, food and knowledge as we go. 

Adult: 59.00 EUR

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DAY 4 PORTO TO PENICHE VIA AVEIRO AND OBIDOS

Porto

We're saying 'Tchau' to Porto today. After breakfast we're taking the coach towards Santa Cruz.

Aveiro

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.

Obidos

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.

Peniche

Arriving on the surf shore of Peniche, we’ll sele into our modern hotel, with whitewashed walls, colourful rugs & wall murals, right in front of Alfarroba beach. Complete with indoor & outdoor swimming pools, a bar and Green Key sustainability award status, this is the perfect place to base ourselves whether you’re looking to kick back or hit the waves.

Meals: Breakfast

Included Experiences:

- Glide down the Aveiro Canals

- Visit Obidos

OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:

Portuguese Wine Tasting MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Visit the 19th century gardens and vineyards of Quinta do Sanguinhal on a guided tour and enjoy an exclusive tasting of 6 wines.

Adult: 38.00 EUR

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DAY 5 PENICHE

Peniche

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.

Meals: Breakfast

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DAY 6 PENICHE TO THE ALGARVE VIA EVORA AND ALBUFEIRA

Peniche

Peniche - you've been a dream. It's time to drag ourselves away this morning as we head to The Algarve.

Évora

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. Aer wondering the cobbled streets we'll head on towards the Algarve.

Albufeira

Hitting another coast on the way, we'll make a quick stop here for dinner and some more idyllic exploration.

The Algarve

This picture perfect port-side part of Portugal retains Evora's quaint cobbled lanes but adds a whole bunch of stunning beaches.

Meals: Breakfast

Included Experiences:

- Get to know Evora

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DAY 7 THE ALGARVE

The Algarve

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.

Meals: Breakfast

OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES:

Buggy Adventure - From asphalt and gravel roads to mountain tracks and rocky paths, you'll get the thrill of driving a buggy on a range of terrains and always surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

Adult: 77.00 EUR