Portugal Small-Group Tour from India — 10 Days
A 10-day Portugal small-group tour from India — Lisbon and Porto, the palaces of Sintra, the Algarve coast and the vineyards of the Douro Valley.
Overview
Ten days through Portugal, from the hills of Lisbon to the vineyards of the Douro. Explore Lisbon's historic quarters and a Fado dinner, the fairytale palaces of Sintra — Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira — and the coast at Cascais. Head south through UNESCO-listed Évora to the Algarve: the cliffs of Lagos, the Benagil sea caves and Sagres at the edge of Europe. Then north to the university city of Coimbra, Porto's Ribeira riverfront and port cellars, and a day among the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley. Easy walking, no altitude, and plenty of time at the table.
Highlights
- Lisbon's Historic Charm
- Douro Valley Wine Tasting
- Algarve's Stunning Coastline
- Fado Dinner Experience
- Cascais & Estoril
- Lagos & Benagil Caves
- Porto's Ribeira Riverfront
- Sintra's Pena Palace & Quinta da Regaleira
- Evora's UNESCO Heritage
- Sagres Fortress & Cape St. Vincent
Itinerary
Download PDFArrival in Lisbon
Private transfer, evening free.
Monsaraz & Evora
Hilltop village of Monsaraz, UNESCO Evora, Cathedral, Chapel of Bones, Cartuxa Winery wine tasting.
Evora to Lagos
Transfer to Algarve coast, 3-hour Lagos city tour, marina, cobbled streets.
Sagres & Cape St. Vincent
Sagres Fortress, Cape St. Vincent cliffs, 75-min Benagil Caves boat cruise.
Lagos to Lisbon & City Tour
Half-day Lisbon tour.
Sintra, Cascais & Estoril
Pena Palace, Quinta da Regaleira, Cascais and Estoril.
Lisbon to Coimbra to Porto & Fado Dinner
Coimbra university city, Porto arrival, Fado dinner with 3 courses.
Douro Valley
Full-day UNESCO Douro Valley, vineyards, wine tastings.
Porto City Tour & Transfer to Lisbon
Clerigos Tower, Lello Bookstore, Ribeira riverfront, Vila Nova de Gaia. Evening transfer to Lisbon.
Departure
Transfer to Lisbon Airport.
What's Included
- Accommodation in hotels with daily breakfast
- Travel Insurance up to age 69 years
- All transfers and excursions as per itinerary
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Visa Fees
- Entrance fees and activities as mentioned in the itinerary
What's Not Included
- International Airfare
- GST of 5%
- Any change or deviation in the airline itinerary
- Any personal expenses like beverages, tips, laundry, etc.
- Insurance for passengers above 69 years
- Tax Collected at Source (TCS) extra as applicable
- Any other cost/activities not mentioned in Inclusions above
Frequently Asked Questions
What will the weather be like?
In September, Portugal's best month, expect 20–28°C, the warmest sea of the year and very little rain. Porto and the Douro are slightly cooler and greener than Lisbon and the Algarve.
Do Indian passport holders need a visa? What if I already have a US, UK or Schengen visa?
You need a Schengen visa. If you already hold a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa covering your travel dates, you can use it. US and UK visas do not exempt you. Visa fees are included in your tour price.
Is airfare included? What does the price include?
International airfare is not included. The price includes: hotels with daily breakfast; meals as listed in the itinerary; visa fees, transfers, excursions and entrance fees; travel insurance up to age 69. GST (5%) and TCS are extra.
How much walking is involved?
Easy to moderate: 4–8 km a day with no hiking and no altitude. Lisbon and Porto are hilly and cobbled and Sintra's palaces have steps, so comfortable shoes with grip matter more than fitness.
How big is the group?
Up to 16 travellers.
Can I join as a solo traveller?
Absolutely. Many of our travellers come on their own. We can try to match you with a same-gender room-share, or you can book a room to yourself.
Is travel insurance included?
Yes, for travellers up to age 69. If you are 70 or older, we help you arrange separate cover.
Can you cater for vegetarian or Jain food?
Yes. Tell us your needs when you book and we brief our hotels and restaurants in advance.
Fitness Level
Easy to moderate. Expect 4–8 km of walking a day, with steps at Sintra's palaces and throughout the old quarters. Lisbon and Porto are built on hills and paved with polished limestone cobbles that become genuinely slippery when wet — shoes with real grip matter more on this trip than fitness does. No hiking and no altitude.
Weather Notes
May–Oct: 18–28°C, with September the sweet spot — the Atlantic is at its warmest, the summer crowds have gone and the Douro harvest is under way. Very little rain outside winter. Porto and the north are wetter than Lisbon in every month, which is precisely why the north is so green.