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baroque church of San Jorge, among the Monastery in Mire de Tibaes, among of Jerónimos, in the district of Belem
other monuments. In a walking tour we others. Continuation to Porto, arrival and and Manueline style, Portuguese own
will enjoy the promenade; the old city and accommodation. style developed under the mandate of
the “galleries”. King Manuel I of Portugal and which is a
In the afternoon, departure to Santiago DAY 7 OPORTO variation of the final Portuguese Gothic to
de Compostela. Upon arrival, visit the Breakfast and panoramic visit of the 2nd which are added elements of Portuguese-
Cathedral consecrated to the Apostle most important city of Portugal, on the Mudejar style, own iconography and
Santiago, pilgrimage destination for banks of the Douro River and the Atlantic decorations of the Italian Renaissance.
hosting, according to tradition, the Ocean. With a historic center of extensive A walking tour will take us to the Alfama
sarcophagus of the apostle. Here ends artistic heritage listed by UNESCO, district, the oldest of the city and whose
the Camino de Santiago, a route that highlights include the Palacio de la Bolsa, best views are obtained from the
connected Europe with the Iberian the cathedral of Romanesque origin, viewpoints of Porta do Sol and Santa
Peninsula following the trail of the Milky the church and Tower of the Clerics of Luzia.
Way. Built on the foundations of a first baroque and Rococo style, the latter Rest of the day at leisure and overnight.
pre-Romanesque church, the present being the symbol of the city, among
cathedral was begun in 1075 under the others. DAY 10 LISBON
reign of King Alfonso VI, and was finished Then we will enjoy a boat ride on the After breakfast departure for the
in the 12th century when the Pórtico de la Duero River from which we will be able to excursion to Sintra and Cascais, historical
Gloria and the crypt were added. contemplate the magnificent bridges that cities around Lisbon. While Sintra stood
The cathedral underwent extensions and cross it. We will finish the visit in a Port out as a summer resort of the Portuguese
was again decorated between the 16th wine cellar, with tasting. Rest of the day royalty, which left a great legacy of
– 18th centuries. It is at this time that the at leisure. Lodging. castles, palaces and mansions, Cascais
Obradoiro Façade was built, whose main stood out as a small fishing port that
motive was to protect the Pórtico de la DAY 8 PORTO - COIMBRA - LISBON attracted the nobility in summer times,
Gloria from deterioration. Currently, this Departure to Coimbra, cradle of providing it with beautiful residences of
facade is the best known of the cathedral Portuguese kings and the first University the 19th century.
and has become the symbol of the city. of Portugal, which makes it a renowned Return to Lisbon and rest of the day at
Rest of the day at leisure and student city. Of Roman origin, its leisure. Overnight.
accommodation. center attracts with its narrow streets,
courtyards, stairways and medieval DAY 11 LISBON
DAY 6 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA arches. After breakfast at the hotel and at the
– PONTEVEDRA – VIGO – BRAGA Free time to enjoy the city and agreed time, transfer to the airport.
– PORTO continuation of the trip to Lisbon, the
Departure after breakfast to the other capital of the country. Package includes:
outstanding cities of Galicia, Pontevedra Arrival and accommodation. • 10 nights accommodation including
and Vigo. On the way we will have the buffet breakfast
opportunity to visit some Albariño wine DAY 9 LISBON • Porterage service at the hotels
cellars and have a wine tasting. Panoramic tour of the city located at • Transfers upon arrival and departure
Arrival in Braga, our first stop in Portugal, the mouth of the Tajo River, where • English speaking tour director
for a guided walking tour through the monuments such as the Tower of Belem • Deluxe coach
historic center following the traces of and the Castle of St. George stand • Visits with licensed guides
its foundation in the Neolithic period, out; the cathedral of the 12th century • Entrances as per the program
highlighting the cathedral, the Town Hall, and a mixture of various styles due to • A surprise invitation to a concert,
the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte or successive renovations or the monastery cultural event or excursion

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