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exploring Portugal in 3 days
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Self-drive Tour – 3 days
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For those travellers who prefer to visit Portugal in an
independent way we offer this Self Drive Itineraries.
These self-drive tours were designed based on our deep knowledge
of our country and they have the purpose of being easy to
explore by a first-time visitor to Portugal.
Keep in mind that reservations will be made and although you
might change your route you will be expected at the selected
overnight venue.
Day 1: Exploring Sintra e Cascais
You should start this day heading to Sintra, where you will be
surprised by an unique atmosphere. This is surely one of
Portugal ex-libris, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage
Site!
As soon as you arrive to Sintra the mountain’ll dazzle you with
its exuberant vegetation and very special microclimate. The high
humidity provides an extraordinary Flora, which helps creating
the romantic and natural ambiance that so much characterises
Sintra.
Spend some time hanging around the small town centre, among the
old chalets and all the commercial spots, exhibiting some of the
most interesting Handicrafts. Not to forget: to try the well
known Travesseiros ("Pillow cases") and Queijadas, two kinds of
local delicious pastries you'll remember forever.
On the way to Cascais, you should take the mountain road in
order to enjoy a breathtaking view over the Ocean. And since
you're so close now, take a look at Roca Cape, the western most
spot in continental Europe, considered to be the end of the
known world until the early 15th Century.
If you continue your way along the main road, and after crossing
the wonderful coast of Guincho, you'll surely reach the pretty
towns of Cascais and Estoril. This coastal area will always be
remembered as places of charm, having several attractions like
its famous beaches and the old Casino of Estoril.
On the way back to Lisbon, always along the smart Estoril's
Coast, the remaining feeling will for sure be the wish of coming
back!
Approximate distances and times:
Lisbon - Sintra --- 32 Km (40 minutes)
Sintra - Roca Cape --- 19 Km (25 minutes)
Roca Cape - Cascais --- 16 Km (20 minutes)
Cascais - Estoril --- 3 Km (5 minutes)
Estoril - Lisbon --- 29 Km (45 minutes)
Accommodation in Lisbon:
Level A Hotel: Pestana Palace (5 stars Deluxe)
Level B Hotel: Hotel Açores Lisboa (4 stars)
Day 2: departure to Porto
Considered to be the second largest portuguese city, Porto is
completely different from Lisbon: in its size, colours,
traditions and even in what concerns the local population. On
the north bank of Douro river, the city of Porto is still one of
the most conservative and impressive portuguese cities, having
still nowadays a certain feeling of rivalry towards Lisbon.
The riverside quarter of Ribeira is delightful to be visited,
with its narrow streets, typical houses and picturesque
life-style: it has been recently restored; now including now
some fashionable restaurants and bars. Afterwards please head to
the city centre, where you can have a look at some of the most
significant monuments (Stock Exchange Palace, St. Francis Church
and Clérigos Church and Bell Tower) and also go to the
commercial and pedestrian street of St. Catherine.
On the other bank of Douro river (at Vila Nova de Gaia) you'll
have the chance of visiting the Port Wine cellars, including
some Port Wine tasting as well.
In Porto you should definitely drive along the city until the
mouth of the river and, on the way back to the city centre, park
your car and stroll across the historical centre and the World
Heritage site (classified by UNESCO in 1996) Ribeira district.
Approximate distances and times:
Lisbon - Porto --- 311 Km (3 hours)
Accommodation in Porto:
Level A Hotel: Pestana Porto Hotel (Charming 4 stars)
Level B Hotel: Hotel Eurostars das Artes (4 stars)
Dia 3: Departure to Coimbra, Óbidos e Lisboa
In order to get to Coimbra you must take again the A1, now
towards the south of the country. In Coimbra you'll still find
several traces of the past. Nevertheless there's still a blow of
youthfulness with the big student community arriving every year
to the old University. This monument should indeed be one of the
highlights of your visit. Please, do not miss the University
chapel and its barroque library, or you'll regret it forever!
In its city centre you'll wander among old roman ruins,
romanesque cathedrals and manueline churches at the same time
you stroll across its commercial busy area. It is not easy to
distinguish here the limit between the old metropolis and the
modern city.
When you leave from Coimbra, you'll have to take the A1 and A8
towards Óbidos. There you'll find a beautiful small medieval
town, still surrounded by the old city walls. Óbidos is famous
for its very well preserved atmosphere of a traditional
portuguese town, where whitewashed house are very carefully
decorated with lovely coloured flowerbeds. Return to Lisbon,
always along the A8.
Approximate distances and times:
Porto - Coimbra --- 116 Km (1h 20 minutes)
Coimbra - Óbidos --- 134 Km (1h 30 minutes)
Óbidos - Lisbon --- 86 Km (1 hour)
Accommodation in Lisbon:
Level A Hotel: Pestana Palace (5 stars Deluxe)
Level B Hotel: Hotel Açores Lisboa (4 stars)
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Price
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Duration
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3 days |
Inclusive
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3 Nights accommodation on selected hotel (level A or B)
3 Full Breakfast
3 days AVIS rent-a-car (airconditioned vehicle) with CDW and TP insurance & unlimited kms. |
Exclusive
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Circulation Fee not included on price and payable directly at
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Extra's
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Car collection at Airport
Car Delivery at your Lisbon hotel
Additional driver
GPS |
Options
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In case you wish to stay longer in the area please contact us in order to provide you accommodation solutions.
Also available for groups. |
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