Portugal: Lisbon, the Algarve & the Portuguese Riviera
Discover Portugal with Welcome Home
From the colorful streets of Lisbon to the sun-drenched cliffs of the Algarve, experience Portugal’s history, culture, cuisine and spectacular coastline on this hosted journey with Welcome Home Travel & Tours and Collette.
Travel through charming villages, historic cities and seaside resort towns while experiencing the Portugal that lies beyond the postcards. Along the way, discover why cork is so important to Portuguese culture, sample locally produced gin, wander the medieval streets of Évora and enjoy the scenery of the Algarve and Portuguese Riviera.
With the itinerary, accommodations, transportation and sightseeing thoughtfully arranged by Collette, you can simply settle in and enjoy the journey—and the fun of experiencing it together.
APRIL 18-27
2027
10 Days | 13 Meals | Lisbon to Cascais
Depart from Lisbon
From $4,599 per person
About This Tour
Duration: 10 Days, 9 Nights
Essential Experiences
Learn about the importance of cork to the Portuguese culture and economy at a family-owned cork factory. Get a taste of Portuguese gin production at a local distillery. Step back in time and overnight in Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Activity Level: Moderate
Your Journey at a Glance
Day 1 — Depart for Portugal
Begin your journey with an overnight flight to Lisbon.
Day 2 — Welcome to Lisbon
Arrive in Portugal’s vibrant capital and enjoy time to explore before gathering with the group for a welcome dinner.
Day 3 — Discover Lisbon & Belém
Explore Lisbon your way with a choice of locally guided experiences, followed by a visit to historic Belém to see the Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery.
Day 4 — Lisbon to Évora
Travel into the Portuguese countryside for a visit to a family-owned cork factory before continuing to Évora, a beautifully preserved UNESCO World Heritage city filled with Roman and medieval history.
Day 5 — Évora to the Algarve
Head south toward Portugal’s spectacular Algarve region with stops at a local gin distillery and Alentejo winery before arriving in the seaside town of Lagos.
Day 6 — Experience Lagos
Enjoy a day to explore Lagos and the Algarve at your own pace, with the option to take a coastal cruise for a closer look at the region’s famous cliffs and coastline.
Day 7 — Portimão & Monchique
Discover more of the Algarve with a visit highlighting the region’s sardine-canning heritage, followed by a trip into the mountains of Monchique and a picnic lunch featuring local specialties.
Day 8 — The Portuguese Riviera
Travel north through Setúbal and Azeitão, where you’ll visit a family-run workshop and learn about Portugal’s traditional hand-painted tiles, before continuing to Cascais on the Portuguese Riviera.
Day 9 — Óbidos & Sintra
Explore the medieval walled town of Óbidos and beautiful Sintra, once a summer retreat for Portuguese royalty. Return to Cascais for a farewell dinner celebrating your journey through Portugal.
Day 10 — Farewell Portugal
Enjoy breakfast before your tour comes to an end.
$5,399 single traveler
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A single or solo room has only one bed and may be smaller in size.
$4,599 double occupancy
*Cost per person. A double room has either one large bed or two smaller ones. Double rooms are perfect for couples or if you’re travelling with a companion and wish to share a room.
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Meet Sarah
Sarah will be your primary contact for this trip and will be there to help with questions, reservations and trip details from start to finish.
Sarah Denzer
Sarah is the Tour Manager for Welcome Home RGV. Originally from Kansas City, MO she and her husband live in Mission, Texas with their three children.