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SPAIN, PORTUGAL & THE DOURO VALLEY
Quaint villages & tranquil vineyards on board the Spirit of Chartwell
Porto, Portugal
Traditional Portuguese Custard Tart
Douro Valley, Portugal
discover the history of this ancient figure and how it became the symbol of Portugal. Visit the historic and picturesque coastal city of Viana do Castelo, passing by the belvedere of Santa Luzia. After lunch, we make our way to Santiago de Compostela. Enjoy dinner at our hotel. (B,L,D) AC Palacio del Carmen, Santiago de Compostela (2 nights)
centre of pilgrimage since the Middle Ages,
is one of northern Spain’s most beautiful places, boasting majestic stone architecture, arcaded streets, a magnificent cathedral, and restaurants serving mouthwatering Galician specialties. After a delicious lunch, enjoy some free time to take in the beauty and history of this remarkable city. Dinner is served back at our hotel. (B,L,D)
HIGHLIGHTS
Lisbon is known as the land of explorers, making it a suitable place to start your 15-day journey through Portugal and Spain.
Behold the fitting Monument to the Discoveries, a 170-foot tall monument celebrating the Portuguese Age of Discovery, before embarking on your own voyage. Hear lively music fill the air in Santiago de Compostela, one of northern Spain’s most beautiful cities. Linger on the deck of the Spirit of Chartwell, a 30-guest vessel that was personally
used by Queen Elizabeth II during the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
While journeying by land and river, you will participate in an ancient and quintessential aspect of the area’s culture: a love of exploration and discovery.
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B: Breakfast L: Lunch D: Dinner
01 DEPART FOR LISBON, PORTUGAL Enjoy a private car ride to the airport. Guests
04 ÓBIDOS, NAZARÉ & BATALHA
A morning drive brings us to Óbidos, a walled
departing from the Toronto airport are assisted with their check-in. Meet your Journey Manager and fellow travellers and board your flights to Lisbon, Portugal. Overnight flight
medieval town that resembles an open-air museum, with its many monuments, winding cobblestone lanes, and white houses bright- ened up with hints of vibrant blue and yellow paint. We continue to Nazaré, a famous fishing village, to enjoy lunch at a seaside restaurant. In Batalha, discover the Santa Maria da Vitória Monastery, which is considered a Portuguese Gothic masterpiece. Enjoy dinner at our hotel. (B,L,D) Quinta das Lagrimas, Coimbra (1 night)
02 LISBON
Radiating warmth and welcome, Lisbon is the perfect introduction to this exciting country. Today, we settle into our hotel for lunch and an afternoon of free time. Begin exploring this enchanting city or choose to relax and prepare for the journey ahead. In the evening, join us for dinner at a special local restaurant and
get to know your fellow travellers. (L,D) Hotel PortoBay Liberdade, Lisbon (2 nights)
07 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA Santiago de Compostela, an important
03 LISBON & SINTRA
This morning, all of Lisbon awaits as we dis-
River, is one of Europe’s oldest university towns. Enjoy some free time to admire the views from the top of the town hill. A visit to the university’s 18th-century library is also
cover such wonders as Rossio Square, Liberty Avenue, St. Jerome Monastery, the Belém Tower, and the Monument to the Discoveries. In Queluz, visit the beautiful 18th-century palace that gives this picturesque village the title of the “Portuguese Versailles.” In Sintra, dine on traditional fare for lunch before heading to the coast for a scenic drive back to Lisbon through Cascais, a local fishing village, and Estoril.
a must. For lunch, indulge in the traditional roasted sirloin pig with local “champagne.”
We continue to the coastal city of Porto for a tasting of the famous port wine before arriving at our hotel for dinner. (B,L,D) Hotel Infante Sagres, Porto (1 night)
08 BRAGA & THE SACRED WAY, PORTUGAL Our journey takes us to Braga to experience
End this exciting day by enjoying a traditional dinner and Fado folklore show. (B,L,D)
06 VIANA DO CASTELO & THE STUNNING IBERIAN PENINSULA, SPAIN
Today is a true day of discovery as we travel to the beautiful province of Minho. In Barcelos, home of the famous “Rooster of Barcelos,” we
the Bom Jesus Sanctuary, which features
the Sacred Way, a Baroque granite double staircase. The sanctuary at the top provides sweeping views. Enjoy lunch overlooking the city before continuing to beautiful Guimarães, which boasts well-preserved monuments and medieval streets. This afternoon, we arrive in Porto and board the Spirit of Chartwell, your
05 COIMBRA & PORTO
Coimbra, set along the banks of the Mondego
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