b'Rliavsesric CruiseCLisbon & the Guimares Mateus Palace SalamancaPorto Pinho Vega de TerronEntre-os-Rios 7So Salvador Douro Valley Cruise Lamego do MundoRgua So Joo da PesqueiraPortugal SpainUncover the timeless beauty and traditions of Portugal onthis enchanting holiday featuring Lisbon and Sintra and aseven-night cruise through the acclaimed Douro Valley.3 LISBON by Rail by Ship1 Nights by Ship by CoachLISBON FADO PERFORMANCE MONSERRATE PALACETOUR Day 1. Flight to Lisbonexpert, we uncover the vibrant coloursDay 3. Sintras fantastical palacesYour holiday begins this morning atof Lisbon, and the history of its streets,After breakfast, we travel by rail to London Gatwick, where you meetsquares and boulevards. Finishing inSintra. Once a favourite summer the Tour Manager and travel group.the waterfront district of Belm, weretreat for Portuguese royals, Sintra Together, we board our flight tostop to savour one of its iconic egghas an array of palaces reflecting the Portuguese capital, arriving thiscustard tarts called pastis. For thethe towns history and unusual afternoon. After checking in to ourrest of the day, you are at leisure inarchitectural styles. Youre at leisure hotel, theres free time before weone of Europes oldest cities and mighthere to marvel at the colourful Pena gather for dinner in the restaurant. like to enjoy a Fado performance inPalace and Quinta da Regaleira or a cosy tavern. Lisbon is known for itssavour panoramic views from the lush Day 2. Exploring Lisbonseven hills and you could watch thegardens of Monserrate Palace. We Our excursion takes us on a tour ofsun set from St Georges Castle orreturn to Lisbon by train, arriving in Portugals ancient city. Guided by anMiradouro da Senhora do Monte.time for dinner at a restaurant. CRUISEDay 4. To our cruise ship in Porto Leaving Lisbon this morning, we set out on a rail journey to Porto. Here, we board our luxury cruise ship on theThe whole trip was Douro. After dinner aboard, we set out on a panoramic evening coach tour ofmind-blowing and Ill the historic city and its landmarks. never forget the tigers.See page 86 for the full Brian, 2024Discover the Douro itinerary. PORTO44 LISBON & THE DOURO VALLEY CRUISE'