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Lisbon, Portugal
Day 1: London to Lisbon
Flight: Morning flight from London Heathrow (7:30 AM) to Lisbon (arrive at 10:30 AM local time).
Transfer and Check-in: 11:30 AM - Check into your hotel in Lisbon.
Afternoon Activity: Explore Belem Tower and Jerónimos Monastery (12:30 PM - 3:30 PM).
Lunch: Enjoy pastel de nata and coffee at Pastéis de Belém (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM).
Evening: Ride the historic Tram 28 through the city’s iconic neighborhoods (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM).
Dinner: Experience Portuguese cuisine with dishes like bacalhau à brás (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM).
Day 2: Lisbon and Sintra Day Trip
Morning: Take a day trip to Sintra (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM). Visit the Pena Palace and explore the colorful architecture.
Lunch: Traditional lunch in Sintra (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM).
Afternoon: Return to Lisbon and visit the LX Factory, a hub for art, food, and culture (3:30 PM - 5:30 PM).
Evening: Attend a Fado music performance with dinner (7:30 PM - 9:30 PM).
Day 3: Lisbon Exploration
Morning: Visit the National Tile Museum to learn about Portugal’s tile art (9:00 AM - 11:30 AM).
Lunch: Try local sardines and vinho verde at a riverside restaurant (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM).
Afternoon: Stroll through the Alfama district and its narrow streets (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM).
Evening: Sunset views at Miradouro da Senhora do Monte (6:00 PM - 7:00 PM).
Lisbon (3 Days) – Classics in the capital
Day 1
Starter: Caldo Verde (kale and potato soup with chouriço)
Main Course: Frango no Churrasco (Portuguese grilled chicken)
Dessert: Pasteis de Nata (custard tarts)
Alcoholic Drink: Ginjinha (sour cherry liqueur)
Hot Drink: Bica (strong espresso)
Cold Drink: Orange Juice
Day 2
Starter: Alheira Sausages (smoky, garlicky game sausage)
Main Course: Arroz de Pato (duck rice with chouriço)
Dessert: Bolo de Bolacha (Portuguese biscuit cake)
Alcoholic Drink: Douro Red Wine
Hot Drink: Meia de Leite (half milk, half coffee)
Cold Drink: Peach Juice
Day 3
Starter: Sopa de Pedra (stone soup with beans and sausage)
Main Course: Bife à Portuguesa (steak with ham and egg)
Dessert: Toucinho do Céu (almond and egg yolk cake)
Alcoholic Drink: Amarguinha (bitter almond liqueur)
Hot Drink: Cha Preto com Limão
Cold Drink: Grape Juice
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Porto, Portugal
Day 4: Lisbon to Porto
Morning Train: Depart Lisbon at 8:00 AM; arrive in Porto by 11:00 AM.
Transfer and Check-in: 11:30 AM - Check into your hotel in Porto.
Afternoon Activity: Visit the Port Wine Cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia (12:30 PM - 3:30 PM).
Lunch: Sample Portuguese Francesinha sandwich (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM).
Evening: Stroll along the Ribeira district and enjoy a riverside dinner (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
Day 5: Porto Highlights
Morning: Explore the iconic Livraria Lello and Clerigos Tower (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM).
Lunch: Try fresh codfish dishes at a local taverna (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM).
Afternoon: Take a Douro River cruise (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM).
Evening: Attend a wine and cheese pairing session (6:30 PM - 8:30 PM).
Day 6: Porto Exploration
Morning: Visit the Sé Cathedral and the Bolsa Palace (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM).
Lunch: Enjoy local specialties with a view at a rooftop restaurant (12:30 PM - 2:00 PM).
Afternoon: Discover the colorful streets of Porto’s old town and street art (2:30 PM - 4:30 PM).
Evening: Farewell dinner featuring regional dishes like tripas à moda do Porto (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
Porto (3 Days) – Hearty northern favorites
Day 4
Starter: Favas com Chouriço (broad beans with sausage)
Main Course: Francesinha (meat-filled sandwich with beer sauce)
Dessert: Brisas do Lis (egg yolk and sugar sweet)
Alcoholic Drink: Port Wine
Hot Drink: Galao (milky coffee)
Cold Drink: Lemonade
Day 5
Starter: Pica Pau (beef bites in garlicky sauce)
Main Course: Cozido à Portuguesa (meat and vegetable stew)
Dessert: Travesseiros de Sintra (puff pastry with almond cream)
Alcoholic Drink: Bairrada Sparkling Wine
Hot Drink: Cha de Pessego (peach tea)
Cold Drink: Watermelon Juice
Day 6
Starter: Morcela Assada (grilled blood sausage)
Main Course: Feijoada à Portuguesa (bean and meat stew)
Dessert: Sericaia (baked cinnamon egg pudding)
Alcoholic Drink: Aguardente Bagaceira
Hot Drink: Cevada (barley coffee)
Cold Drink: Fruit Smoothie
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Faro District, Portugal
Day 7: Porto to Algarve
Morning Flight: Depart Porto at 8:00 AM; arrive in Faro, Algarve by 9:30 AM.
Transfer and Check-in: 10:30 AM - Check into your hotel in Algarve.
Afternoon Activity: Relax on the stunning Praia da Marinha (11:30 AM - 3:30 PM).
Evening: Enjoy a beachside dinner with fresh seafood (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
Day 8: Algarve Adventures
Morning: Explore the Benagil Cave on a boat tour (8:30 AM - 11:00 AM).
Lunch: Traditional Algarvian cuisine (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM).
Afternoon: Visit the town of Lagos and its historic center (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM).
Evening: Sunset at Cape St. Vincent, Europe’s southwesternmost point (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM).
Day 9: Algarve Exploration
Morning: Hike along the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM).
Lunch: Picnic with local cheeses and wine (12:30 PM - 1:30 PM).
Afternoon: Visit Tavira, known for its charming bridges and architecture (2:30 PM - 5:00 PM).
Evening: Farewell Algarve dinner with piri-piri chicken (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM).
Day 10: Algarve to London
Morning Flight: Depart Faro at 8:00 AM; arrive in London by 10:30 AM.
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Algarve (3 Days) – Coastal and sweet southern delights
Day 7
Starter: Empadas (Portuguese meat pies)
Main Course: Leitão à Bairrada (roast suckling pig)
Dessert: Doce Fino do Algarve (marzipan fruits)
Alcoholic Drink: Favaios Moscatel
Hot Drink: Cha de Ervas (herbal tea)
Cold Drink: Strawberry Juice
Day 8
Starter: Sopa de Tomate
Main Course: Ensopado de Borrego (lamb stew)
Dessert: Queijadas (cheese tarts)
Alcoholic Drink: Vinho Verde
Hot Drink: Leite Crème Quente
Cold Drink: Pineapple Juice
Day 9
Starter: Torresmos (crispy pork crackling)
Main Course: Carne de Porco à Alentejana (pork and clams)
Dessert: Baba de Camelo (caramel mousse)
Alcoholic Drink: Bica de Alentejo (regional espresso)
Hot Drink: Hot Chocolate
Cold Drink: Lemon Granita