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Portugal's Lisbon & Algarve from $607


8 Days (3 nts. Lisbon & 3 nts. Algarve)

Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, like Rome, lies on seven hills. Located near the Tagus River, it offers unparalleled vistas. The wealth of monuments, churches and museums along its tree-lined avenues will fascinate even the casual student of history. Beautiful public gardens, squares with decorated pavements, and patterned tile walls form a pleasant vista of natural and artistic beauty as you tour the city. Stop in the superb shops, visit colorful markets and refresh yourself at one of the numerous sidewalk cafes.
The Algarve boasts more than 150 miles of superb beaches and averages more than 3,300 hours of sunshine per year. Its privileged location, facing south along the Atlantic, means its coast is entirely unpolluted and the summers are never too hot. Here you will find small coves with interesting rock formations interspersed with busy fishing ports, quaint villages, luxury hotels and tasteful villa communities. Play golf or tennis, go windsurfing, sailing, water skiing or just lie on the beach and soak up the sun.

Special Inclusions:  

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Tour Features
Optional contracted Transatlantic air transportation available from all US gateways 6-night accommodations at selected hotels
Buffet breakfast daily at your hotel Half-day guided tour of Lisbon
3-day car rental - Category C Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection (TP) and Third Party Liability included
Unlimited car mileage Local and city highway maps, 24-hour assistance, VAT tax on car rental
Optional airport transfers available on request Travel bag, one per person
Document holder and luggage tags Hotel taxes and service charges

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Itinerary


Day 1 Depart USA
Evening departure to Lisbon. Meals and refreshments served on board.

Day 2 Lisbon
Morning arrival in Lisbon Airport where you will be met by a local representative and taken to your hotel. You are free to relax for the remainder of the day or venture out to admire this legendary city built upon seven hills.

Day 3 Lisbon
This morning your tour will concentrate on Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Some of the included sights include the Royal Coaches Museum, Jeronimos Monastery and Belem Tower. You will also visit the Monument of Discoveries before returning to your hotel and enjoying the balance of your day at leisure. (B)

Day 4 Lisbon
Today you will have the opportunity to catch up on writing postcards, shop in Lisbon or take an optional tour to the picturesque towns of coastal Lisbon, Estoril, Cascais or Sintra, where you can visit Pena National Palace, considered the most romantic palace in Portugal. (B)

Day 5 Lisbon/Algarve
This morning, pick up your car rental and drive to your chosen hotel in the Algarve where the remainder of the day is at leisure to become acquainted with this scenic coastline. (B)

Day 6 Algarve
Today you are at leisure to enjoy the clean, warm waters of this southern region in Portugal. You may consider taking advantage of an optional tour of the Algarve's historical highlights. Visit the Golden Chapel in Lagos and the Moorish castle in Silves. (B)

Day 7 Algarve
Continue your relaxing vacation in the Algarve with a walk to the shops at the marina. If you prefer touring, you may drive to Monchique on the southern slopes of the Monchique mountains, where the Romans built impressive thermal baths with waters that have been famous ever since. Sit at one of the cafes in the large shaded square and try the spicy barbequed chicken with Piri Piri. (B)

Day 8 Algarve to USA (or extend your stay)
Drive to Faro Airport to return your car and board your flight for your return to the USA, arriving the same day. (B)

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Rates


Daily US Departures for 2012 & 2013

Rates (except cruise portion) indicated on the website are subject to currency fluctuations.  For an accurate rate, please call our Reservations Department at 1-800-935-5000.

Once we have received the deposit on your booking, the land price is guaranteed from any future fluctuations in the rate of exchange.


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Jan. - Mar. 2012 Land Only from
$613 $676 $929
 
Apr. 2012 Land Only from
$781 $838 $156
 
May. 2012 Land Only from
$781 $838 $1,156
 
Jun. 2012 Land Only from
$913 $953 $1,257
 
Jul. 2012 Land Only from
$884 $1,092 $1,257
 
Aug. 2012 Land Only from
$913 $943 $1,257
 
Sep. 2012 Land Only from
$781 $838 $1,156
 
Oct. 2012 Land Only from
$621 $673 $940
 
Nov. & Dec. 2012 Land Only from
$607 $673 $940
 

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Special Airfares are available for this selected packages.

Plus applicable airport taxes and fees.

Price is per person based on double occupancy and may vary according to hotel and airfare seasonality, weekend surcharges, holidays and local events. Rates for Single/Triple/Children and additional nights in Lisbon and the Algarve Region are available. A SELECTION OF OTHER HOTELS IS AVAILABLE. Airfare is from New York based on current estimates and is subject to change. Actual airfares from all gateways will be advised at the time of deposit. Other departure city airfares are available.
Some airfares may require instant purchase.

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Sightseeing Tours


Full-day Evora Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Lisbon
EVORA
Departure time: Pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Portugal
Schedule: From November to March on Saturdays only. From April to October on Tuesdays and Saturdays only
Duration: 8 hours

Highlights: Roman Temple, Romanesque Gothic Cathedral, Bones Chapel, University. Lunch included.

Full-day Fatima Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Lisbon
FATIMA
Departure time: Pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Portugal
Schedule: Daily, except Sundays and Religious Holidays
Duration: 9 hours

Highlights: Lucia's House, Sanctuary, Basilica, Monastery in Batalha, Fishing Village in Nazare, Village of Obidos. Lunch included.

Half-day afternoon city tour Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Lisbon
AFTERNOON CITY TOUR
Departure time: Pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Portugal
Schedule: Daily, except Christmas and New Year's Day
Duration: 4 hours

Highlights: Historical section of Belem and its Tower, Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Coach Museum. Wine Tasting.

Half-day Estoril Coast & Sintra Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Lisbon
MORNING ESTORIL COAST & SINTRA
Departure time: Pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Portugal
Schedule: Daily, except Christmas and New Year's Day
Duration: 5 hours

Highlights: Palacio da Pena, Serra de Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais fishing harbor, Estoril's Casino.

Half-day morning tour Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Lisbon
MORNING CITY TOUR
Departure time: Pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Portugal
Schedule: Daily, except Christmas and New Year's Day
Duration: 4 hours

Highlights: Historical section of Belem and its Tower, Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Coach Museum. Wine Tasting.

Lisbon by night Call for Price This Tour is Available from:Lisbon
LISBON BY NIGHT WITH DINNER AND FADO SHOW
Departure time: Pick-up time will be advised upon arrival in Portugal
Schedule: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays only
Duration: 3 hours

Highlights: Panoramic tour followed by dinner at a traditional Portuguese restaurant completete with Fado music and folkloristic show.