Morning
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and prepare to leave the city of Lisbon behind. But don’t worry, you’ll return in a few days.
- Take private transportation to Obidos, a fortified medieval town in central Portugal (1.5 hours’ drive time).
- Visit Obidos Castle, a well-preserved and imposing medieval fortress, renowned for its extensive battlements that surround e the town. Your Trip Leader will guide you through the exterior parts of the castle.
Afternoon
- You’ll have some free time in Obidos to explore more of the city and grab lunch.
- Lunch is not included on this day, but your Trip Leader will recommend where to eat and what local dishes to try.
Suggestions for things to do during your free time: take a photo at the Porta da Vila (town gate), shop along Rua Direita, taste ginjinha (a traditional sour cherry liqueur typically served in a small chocolate cup), or visit the Church of Saint Mary.
- After your free time, meet back up with the group and take private transportation to Nazaré, your base for the next 3 nights. (~45-minute drive)
Evening
- Settle into your accommodation and relax.
- Dinner is not included tonight, but your Trip Leader will recommend where to eat.
- Head out with your new friends to explore Nazaré's nightlife and start easing into Portuguese culture.
Morning
- Breakfast at your accommodation in Nazaré.
- Orientation walk with your Trip Leader through the town of Nazaré. Visit a local market, check out a sanctuary, and ride the funicular up the hill to take in the view of the town.
Afternoon
- Included seafood lunch with your group, followed by the afternoon at leisure to experience Nazaré as you please.
Suggestions: relax on the beach, go on an E-bike tour, or opt for a dolphin watching boat tour.
Evening
- Dinner is not included tonight, but your Trip Leader will recommend where to eat.
- Explore more of Nazaré at night.
Morning
- Opt to rise early and enjoy the views of the ocean one last time.
- Breakfast at your accommodation, followed by private transport back to Lisbon. (~2.5-hour drive)
- Along the way, we’ll stop at a local winery for a picnic lunch and an opportunity to taste regional wines.
Afternoon
- After your picnic lunch and some wine, the drive continues back to Lisbon.
- Check into your new accommodation in a different neighborhood than your first night in Lisbon earlier in the week.
- Free time to explore Lisbon at your leisure. Your Trip Leader will recommend things to do before meeting back up for dinner.
Suggestions: check out the Belem Tower, take a pastry cooking class, or simply roam Alfama’s narrow streets.
Evening
- Farewell dinner with your friends to share impressions about your journey in Portugal over the past week.
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