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Welcome to Portugal

Once a powerful seafaring kingdom that dominated the merchant routes to Africa, South America and the Orient, Portugal today is a friendly, low-key place with a laidback vibe and a fantastic coastline, much of it fringed by golden sands and endless dunes. Its rolling interior is perfect for exploring on foot, by kayak, by bike or even on horseback – though a large part of the country’s charm comes from languorous days on the beach, dining on fabulously fresh seafood and kicking back with a beer to watch the sunset over the Atlantic. The legacy of Portugal’s former wealth and power can be seen in its historic cities – yet the capital, Lisbon, superbly sited on the Tejo river estuary, is as popular today for its lively clubbing scene as for its grand Manueline monuments and medieval alleyways. Porto meanwhile, the country’s second city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the best place to sample some of the many varieties of Portugal’s other notable contribution to the world, port wine. Beaches and high mountains aside, the rest of Portugal is a diverse and verdant country of deep valleys and rolling hills dotted with stone-built villages. For generations, families have eked out a living from the steeply terraced vineyards of the mountainous north, and from the cork oak plantations roamed by wild boar that dominate the vast agricultural plains of the south.Portugal is mainly characterized by a warm temperate, mediterranean climate with a distinct wet season in winter.

 

Located beside the beautiful Eduardo VII Park, this elegant hotel is just a few steps from the Praca do Marques de Pombal Square and the Avenida da Liberdade with its exclusive shops and boutiques. The Parques Metro Station is just 2 minutes away, providing..
This property is conveniently situated in Lisboa .
This charming hotel is located in Chiado, the most romantic area of Lisbon, in the old part of the city centre, close to many restaurants, bars and shops.This hotel enjoys a fantastic location and is the ideal choice for a short break in the city; it..
This charming 3-stars hotel is located literally in the heart of the famous Chiado area next door to the historically well known Brasileira Cafe, at walking distance to all the city's attractions and surrounded by restaurants, bars and fine shops. The..
En el centro de la ciudad, junto al río Montego y de la estación de ferrocarril. Situado en la zona de ocio de Bragança, este hotel se encuentra a pocos minutos andando del centro de la ciudad y de varios bares, restaurantes y tiendas...
With elegantly decorated accommodation, Browns Boutique Hotel & Apartments offers a central location in Lisbon, a 5-minute walk from Chiado and Bairro Alto. It includes free WiFi access and designer furniture.||All units are air-conditioned and include..
Boasting a stylish setting at the heart of Lisbon, this hotel is sure to impress. The hotel is located in the historical downtown area of the city, lying just a 5 minutes' walking distance away from the famous dining and shopping districts of Baixa Chiado..
"At the heart of the Serra de Aires and Candeeiros Natural Park, in the typical village of Alvados, visitors meet the Casa dos Matos. This country refuge invites guests or to depart in a surprising search of the surrounding natural beauties. Surprises..
Property Location. With a stay at Casa Oliver Príncipe Real, you'll be centrally located in Lisbon, steps from Principe Real Square and Botanical Garden. This guesthouse is within close proximity of Parliament and Santa Justa Elevator. Rooms...
This attractive hotel enjoys a spectacular location in the centre of the village of Cascais on the Estoril coast. The beautiful Cascais beach is only around 300 m from the hotel; numerous shops and entertainment venues are to found in the immediate vicinity...
Madrid - Salamanca - Portugal
Motorcoach Tour (Seat on a bus N°295) 8 days / 7 nights   ITINERARY: MADRID - AVILA - SALAMANCA - CIUDAD RODRIGO - COIMBRA - FATIMA - OBIDOS - LISBON - CACERES - MADRID   Click here to learn more about this escorted..
Portugal & Spain - Motorcoach Tour
ESCORTED TOUR - PORTUGAL AND SPAIN   Motorcoach Tour (seat on a bus N.315) 16 days / 15 nights   Itinerary: Lisbon - Ceceres - Seville - Ronda - Costa del Sol - Granada - Alicante - Valencia - Barcelona - Zaragoza - Madrid - Avila..
Portugal & Spain Escorted Tour
PORTUGAL - MADRID - NORTE DE ESPAÑA Motorcoach Tour (Seat on a bus) 16 days / 15 nights   Itinerary: LISBON - CACERES - MADRID - ZARAGOZA - SAN SEBASTIAN - BILBAO - SANTANDER - OVIEDO - GIJON - CUDILLERO - LUGO - LA CORUÑA..
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