Day 1 - Monday 21 April 2025
Alfama District Walking Tour
This walking tour takes you through the heart of Alfama, where Moorish influence and centuries of history come to life. You'll visit hidden courtyards, hear tales of the city's past, and enjoy sweeping views from scenic miradouros. The guide shares insights on Lisbon’s culture, architecture, and Fado music origins. It’s the perfect intro to Lisbon, giving you a real sense of place. Wear comfy shoes—Alfama is as hilly as it is beautiful.
MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology)
This futuristic, wave-shaped museum in Belém offers a fresh take on Portugal’s creative side. Inside, you'll find innovative exhibitions that mix art and technology in an ultra-cool space.
Coffee & pastry break at Pastéis de Belém
Try the world’s original pastel de nata, served warm with cinnamon and powdered sugar. Locals and travelers queue up for a reason—these are the real deal.
Visit the Jerónimos Monastery & Belém Tower
Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and enjoy a peaceful walk along the Tagus River.
Dinner at Taberna da Rua das Flores
Taberna da Rua das Flores has captivated many with its vibrant atmosphere and engaging music, creating a cozy yet bustling environment that's hard to resist. While the service has received mixed feedback, ranging from helpful to occasionally disorganized, the innovative tapas dishes are consistently praised for their deliciousness.
Day 2 - Tuesday 22 April 2025
Guided Pena Palace Tour
This guided tour brings you inside the surreal world of Pena Palace, a UNESCO gem perched high in the Sintra hills. The guide shares stories of royalty, romanticism, and 19th-century eccentricity as you explore richly decorated rooms and balconies with panoramic views. After the palace, you'll stroll through the lush, forested grounds of Pena Park. The tour balances architectural marvels with natural beauty. Ideal for lovers of history, fantasy, and stunning photo ops.
Incomum
Incomum by Luis Santos is widely celebrated for its culinary innovation, with many guests highlighting the exceptional flavors and presentation of its dishes, often considering it a top dining destination in Portugal. The restaurant is also lauded for delivering great value, pairing high-quality fare with reasonable prices.
Quinta da Regaleira Entry
Quinta da Regaleira, located in Sintra, Portugal, is a historic estate built in the early 20th century by the millionaire António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro in collaboration with architect Luigi Manini. It is well-known for its unique architecture including underground tunnels and initiation wells. Read on to learn about the mysterious history of this UNESCO World heritage site!
Walk through Sintra’s Historic Town Center
Browse quaint shops, try local travesseiros (almond pastries), and soak in the village charm. Sintra’s town center feels like stepping back in time. The historic center of the Vila de Sintra is famous for its 19th-century Romanticist architecture, historic estates and villas, gardens, and royal palaces and castles, which resulted in the classification of the town as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dinner at Cantinho Gourmet
Cozy, homey dishes like codfish and lamb. Cantinho Gourmet is a cozy little gem that offers a well-rounded dining experience. The service was impeccable and the atmosphere charming.
Day 3 - Wednesday 23 April 2025
Relax at Praia da Rainha
Rainha Beach is right in the centre of Cascais, with direct access from one of the main streets - Rua Frederico Arouca - and close to the railway station. It’s a small, sheltered beach, wedged between residential cliffs. A small, charming beach nestled between cliffs and the town center. Ideal for a quick swim or just sunbathing with a pastel de nata in hand.
Casa do Sol
Restaurant and beach bar on Praia da Rainha, Costa da Caparica. Serves innovative and traditional seafood specials all year long. The allure extends beyond the interiors, as guests are treated to a beautiful outdoor sanctuary. Revel in the luxury of a private swimming pool and barbecue facilities, creating memorable moments against the backdrop of the stunning Portuguese landscape.
Visit Boca do Inferno & Marina
Boca do Inferno is a chasm located in the seaside cliffs close to the Portuguese city of Cascais, in the District of Lisbon. The seawater has access to the deep bottom of the chasm and vigorously strikes its rocky walls, making it a popular tourist attraction. Sightseeing and walking along the coast.
Dinner at Mar do Inferno
Located beside the 'Boca do Inferno', one of Portugal's greatest tourist attractions, this restaurant offers a selection of gastronomic creations with an accent on the flavours of the sea. Seafood platter and vinho branco by the sea.
Day 4 - Thursday 24 April 2025
Port Wine Cellar Tour
This cellar tour introduces you to the story of port wine, from vineyard to glass. A guide walks you through centuries-old tunnels stacked with aging barrels, explaining how climate and tradition shape every bottle. You'll sample various styles of port—ruby, tawny, and white—each with its own rich flavor and history. Learn how this sweet, fortified wine put Porto on the global map. A cozy and flavorful way to dive into local culture.
Dinner at Casa de Chá da Boa Nova
Built on the cliffs, hand in hand with the sea, the Casa de Chá da Boa Nova restaurant in Leça da Palmeira is Rui Paula’s most ambitious project. Representing a strong financial investment, this space has been consolidating itself as one of the main gastronomic spots in the north of the country. Due to the creative concept of its cuisine and the quality of its service, BOA NOVA is already ‘shining’ in the Michelin stars, having won its first Michelin Star in 2016 and its second in 2019 under the direction of Chef Rui Paula.
Day 5 - Friday 25 April 2025
Walking Tour of Porto Old Town Tour
This walking tour covers Porto’s most iconic sights while unraveling the city’s layered history. From the ornate São Bento Station to the riverside Ribeira, every stop is a chance to connect with Porto’s architectural, religious, and cultural heritage. Your guide shares fun facts, legends, and local tips along the way. It's a perfect introduction to the city's character and layout. Compact and insightful, this tour is ideal for first-time visitors.
Douro Six Bridges Cruise
The 6 Bridges Cruise is carried out by Rabelo boats, which were originally used to transport Port wine barrels from the Douro Region to Gaia/Porto. In 50 minutes, you can enjoy a tour from the Historic Center of Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to Freixo upstream and to the mouth of the Douro, downstream. Take the opportunity to admire a rich and stunning landscape, while learning about the history of the 6 bridges that unite Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto, as well as other points of interest in these two cities.
Sunset Drinks at Miradouro da Vitória
Cocktail and a view to remember. Miradouro da Victoria is a viewpoint area with great sunset views of Porto, the river, Louis l Bridge, monuments and Gaia. It's not a large area, so it can become crowded at peak sunset times.
Day 6 - Saturday 26 April 2025
Restaurant Grill It
Grill It! is a restaurant that prepares delicious dishes from meat, fish and vegetables using the world's most primitive method.
Walk in Praia dos Ingleses
Nice place for a stroll, with cafes nearby. Easily accessible by car and there is ample parking on the adjacent streets in May. The views of the lighthouse and the pretty buildings lining the road prattle to the bridge add to the atmosphere.
