Portugal

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Portugal, on the western edge of the Iberian Peninsula, is one of Europe's most diverse and rewarding destinations. It's known for its dramatic Atlantic coastline, world-class surf beaches, historic cities like Lisbon and Porto, and a rich maritime heritage. Travellers come for the warm climate, affordable living, exceptional food and wine — including the famous pastel de nata and port — as well as the country's distinct cultural identity shaped by Moorish, Roman, and Age of Discovery influences. From the rugged cliffs of the Algarve to the lush wine valleys of the Douro and the volcanic islands of the Azores, Portugal packs remarkable variety into a compact country.

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Portugal · 11 days

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The Best of Portugal: Self-Launched 11-Day Adventure

Explore the very best of Portugal independently — from Lisbon's grand squares and Sintra's fairytale palaces to Porto's riverside wine bars, the medieval hilltowns of the Alentejo, and the dramatic sea cliffs of the Algarve. This self-launched version follows the same 11-day route as Destination Services Portugal's guided tour, swapping 4-star group hotel blocks and a private coach for comfortable guesthouses, boutique hostels, regional trains, and local buses. You'll visit every landmark on the original itinerary — Fátima, Coimbra, Guimarães, Braga, Évora, Lagos, Sagres — at a fraction of the cost. All cost estimates are approximate and based on current budget traveller rates.

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~£750

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Portugal · 8 days

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Complete Portugal Self-Launched: Lisbon, Algarve, Alentejo & the North

This self-launched itinerary covers the same epic sweep of Portugal as Europamundo's Complete Portugal ROT — from Lisbon's tiled neighbourhoods and Belém's monuments, down through the Algarve's dramatic coastline, across the golden plains of Alentejo, up through the pilgrimage towns of the interior, and north into Porto, Braga, Aveiro and Coimbra before looping back to Lisbon via Batalha and Nazaré. Swap the group coach and 4-star hotel package for intercity buses and trains, budget-friendly guesthouses and hostels, and self-bookable versions of every activity — all at a fraction of the cost. All prices are approximate estimates per person.

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Travel Crew

~£635

Missions

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