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Portugal Family Journey: Porto, Nazare And Lisbon
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Length
8 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Porto (Portugal)
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Ends in
Lisbon (Portugal)
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Available Tour Start Dates
JUN 18, 2028 to AUG 13, 2028
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Activity Level
Easy
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
Yes means that there is at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur. No means that there is not at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on each tour in order for each one to occur. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).Yes
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Special Interest(s)
National Geographic
Trips for adventure-loving families in search of a meaningful way to discover the world together., Small GroupGroup trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$3,499.00
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Overview
Portugal is a vibrant tapestry of coastal charm and rich history, from its colourful waterfront towns to sun-washed historic hills. Experience an intriguing mix of maritime heritage and modern culture as you explore lively Porto, coastal Nazare, and iconic Lisbon. Explore ancient castle ramparts, bake sweet local pastries, and meet a local big wave surfer to hear firsthand stories. In this captivating land of giant swells, traditional blue tiles, and winding medieval streets, there is something to delight every member of the family.
Visited During Tour
Lisbon (Portugal) | Nazare (Portugal) | Porto (Portugal)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Portugal Family Journey: Porto, Nazare And Lisbon tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code EPPNF-11888
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1Porto
Welcome to Porto-your arrival transfer to the hotel is included. Check in and get excited to meet your fellow travellers during a welcome meeting this evening where all families can bond before the Journey ahead.
We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this lively city. There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Arrival Transfer
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Your opportunity to meet your National Geographic Expedition Leader and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodations: Hotel Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina -
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2Porto
Kick off your adventure on an orientation walk led by your National Geographic Expedition Leader, following winding lanes past Porto's historic landmarks and granite architecture. The afternoon is yours to explore at your family's own pace, browsing atmospheric bookstores together or zipping through the city's hilly streets on an optional tuk-tuk ride. Later, head to the World of Wine cultural space for a hands-on workshop where kids and parents join forces to craft chocolate cake-pops together.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Orientation Walk With National Geographic Expedition Leader
Set out on an exciting orientation walk through Porto alongside your Expedition Leader! Together, your family will get your bearings in this vibrant city while learning how to explore like true adventurers. As you wander down historic cobblestone streets your Expedition Leader will point out colorful tiled buildings, share stories about local traditions, and point out great family-friendly spots to return to later.
Free Time
Enjoy the remainder of the afternoon and evening free to do as you please with your family. Explore more of Porto together or choose to partake in some of the locally offered optional activities.
WOW (The World of Wine) Visit
WOW is famous for celebrating Portugal's heritage and wine regions, it is also home to The Chocolate Story museum. Here, a family-friendly workshop invites children and adults to work directly with chocolate. Guided by expert chocolatiers, participants engage their senses, learn fun culinary techniques, create custom treats, and take home their delicious homemade creations.
Accommodations: Hotel Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina -
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3Porto/Nazare
Head south to Aveiro, Portugal's coastal town woven with waterways, for a cruise aboard a colourful, traditional moliceiro boat. Taste local pastries and sip refreshing drinks as you drift past brightly painted waterfront houses. Afterwards, take a short walk through town with your Expedition Leader and sit down for a fresh local lunch. Continue your journey to the coastal town of Nazare, then ride the historic funicular railway up to the cliffside Sitio neighbourhood for vast ocean views before heading to your hotel for an evening at your leisure.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Aveiro Moliceiro Boat Ride
Gliding through the urban canals of Aveiro-often called the "Venice of Portugal"-aboard a traditional moliceiro boat offers a scenic view of the city's heritage. Originally built with low hulls and flat bottoms to harvest molico (lagoon seaweed) for agricultural fertiliser, these wooden vessels are famous for their vibrant colors and hand-painted bow decorations featuring local humor, folk art, and satire.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Orientation Walk With National Geographic Expedition Leader
Nazare is a coastal village famous for its dramatic seaside cliffs, rich fishing traditions, and the legendary underwater canyon that creates some of the largest surfable waves in the world at Praia do Norte. An orientation walk with your Expedition Leader connects the historic hilltop district of Sitio with the vibrant beach promenade below, offering families an engaging mix of local culture and coastal geography.
Accommodations: Hotel Nazare -
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4Nazare
This morning, meet a local big wave surfer to hear stories about riding Nazare's giant ocean waves. Next, head into a protected bay for a surf or stand-up paddleboard lesson tailored to the day's conditions. Enjoy free time for lunch at a beachside cafe, stroll the sand, or visit the cliffside surf museum. Tonight, kids paint traditional Portuguese blue-and-white azulejo tiles while parents settle in for a relaxing dinner nearby.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Meet a Big Wave Surfer with Surfing Lesson
Step face-to-face with a real-life ocean adventurer in Nazare, home to some of the largest surfable waves on Planet Earth! During this interactive family encounter, your family will meet an active big-wave surfer to discover what it takes to ride giant swells. Hear first-hand stories of courage, rigorous physical training, and ocean safety, then ask your own questions about specialised equipment and the mental focus needed to tackle nature's giants. After hearing from a big-wave legend, it's time for your family to hit the water! Head to a protected, beginner-friendly beach nearby, gear up in wetsuits, and join certified local instructors for a hands-on surfing lesson tailored to all skill levels.
Free Time
Enjoy free time-beach time in the surf capital of the world.
Azulejo Tile Painting & Dinner
While parents unwind over a quiet, relaxing dinner at the hotel, young travelers head off for a hands-on cultural and culinary adventure of their own. Drawing inspiration from Portugal's iconic blue-and-white azulejo tiles seen throughout the journey, kids step into an interactive tile-painting workshop. Using Nazare's towering ocean waves, maritime legends, and rich fishing heritage as their muse, each young artist paints a custom ceramic tile to bring home as a cherished souvenir. Afterward, the group sits down together to share a delicious, traditional Portuguese dinner featuring fresh local fish and fries.
Accommodations: Hotel Nazare -
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5Nazare/Lisbon
Travel toward Lisbon, stopping along the way in Obidos. Walk along ancient castle ramparts and stone towers in this fully intact medieval town before continuing to the capital. Enjoy a relaxed lunch together before climbing aboard the HippoTrip amphibious bus. Tour Lisbon's historic streets listening to local legends that reveal the city's highlights and hidden gems along the way. Then, hold on as your bus transforms into a boat and plunges directly into the Tagus River. Spend the evening exploring the city's neighbourhoods at your own pace.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Orientation Walk With National Geographic Expedition Leader
Step back into the Middle Ages as your family explores the enchanting walled town of Obidos alongside your National Geographic Expedition Leader! Together, get your bearings while navigating a maze of picturesque cobblestone streets framed by whitewashed houses and vibrant bougainvillea. Your Expedition Leader will point out historic details hidden in plain sight-from ancient stone archways to traditional craft shops-and share captivating stories about the medieval monarchs who once gifted this romantic town to their queens.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Lunch at Mezze Restaurant
Mezze in Lisbon empowers immigrant and refugee communities through culinary job training while serving guests a family-style feast of authentic regional specialties, fresh flatbreads, and traditional flavorful dips.
Hippo Trip Lisbon
Climb aboard the HippoTrip, an amphibious vehicle that turns from a city bus into a riverboat! For 90 action-packed minutes, your family will travel past historic monuments before making a splash directly into the Tagus River for 25 minutes of water-bound exploration. Guided by energetic animators, this tour trades traditional lectures for interactive myths, local legends, and lively humor that will have the whole family cheering.
Free Time
Enjoy a free evening in Lisbon.
Accommodations: Hotel Lisbon -
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6Lisbon
Drive to the coastal town of Cascais for free time to walk its seaside boardwalks and feel the ocean spray. Continue along the coast to Cabo da Roca, stopping at its historic lighthouse to take in sweeping views from the westernmost edge of continental Europe. In the afternoon, take a guided family tour through the colourful, fairytale-like towers of Pena Palace in Sintra before returning to Lisbon for a relaxed evening.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Orientation Walk With National Geographic Expedition Leader
Set out on an engaging coastal orientation walk through Cascais alongside your Expedition Leader! Together, your family will get your bearings in this seaside town, stepping from historic cobblestone streets onto scenic Atlantic promenades. As you wander past grand 19th-century mansions and traditional mosaic-tiled plazas, your Expedition Leader will share stories of how Cascais evolved from a quiet fishing village into a royal summer retreat.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Cabo da Roca
Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of continental Europe, where dramatic 140-meter-high granite cliffs plunge into the churning Atlantic Ocean. Famous for its sweeping coastal vistas, historic red-and-white lighthouse, and stone monument inscribed with the words of poet Luis de Camoes ("where the land ends and the sea begins"), it is a striking place where geography and story meet.
Pena Palace and Park Guided Visit
Situated in the hills of Sintra, Pena Palace and its surrounding park are one of the greatest expressions of 19th-century romanticism in Portugal. With clear Manueline influence and Moorish architectural styles, the palace is built in a such a way as to be visible from any point in the park. Tour the Palace and park and learn about the Palace's origins and influences throughout Portuguese history.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: Hotel Lisbon -
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7Lisbon
Team up for an interactive scavenger hunt through Alfama, Lisbon's oldest neighbourhood. Solve riddles together as you navigate Praca do Comercio, Carmo Convent, and the Fantastic World of Portuguese Sardines. Rest up at the hotel before gathering with your fellow travelling families for a final dinner together.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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Lisbon Scavenger Hunt
Embark on a fun scavenger hunt through Lisbon! Follow clues to find famous locations like Praca do Comercio and the Rua Augusta Arch. Your journey will take you to a square that feels like a fairy tale. You'll hunt for a quirky shop dedicated to sardines, a historic church, and a beautiful, mysterious ruined church.
Free Time
Enjoy your last afternoon in Lisbon.
Accommodations: Hotel Lisbon -
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8Lisbon
Depart at any time.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your Expedition Leader can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Portugal Family Journey: Porto, Nazare And Lisbon tour:
Lisbon
Hotel Lisbon
Location
Lisbon, Portugal
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Nazare
Hotel Nazare
Location
Nazare, Portugal
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
Porto
Hotel Mercure Porto Centro Santa Catarina
Location
Praça da Batalha 116
Porto, Portugal-4049-028
Other Details
- Laundry, Restaurant, Room Service, 24-hour Front Desk, Smoke Free, Conference Room, Wifi, Parking
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
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G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Portugal Family Journey: Porto, Nazare And Lisbon tour:
Group Size
Max 22.
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Lunch at Mezze Restaurant, LisbonYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and GroupMade Together Moment: WOW (The World of Wine) Visit, PortoYour Family Journeys Moment: Meet a Big Wave Surfer with Surfing Lesson, NazareJunior Explorer's Night: Azulejo Tile Painting & Dinner, NazareYour Family Journeys Moment: Lisbon Scavenger Hunt, Lisbon. Arrival Transfer. Expedition Leader led orientation walks of Porto, Aveiro, Obidos, Nazare, Lisbon. Traditional moliceiro boat cruise. Hop on a Hippo Trip amphibious bus and tour Lisbon's historic streets listening to local legends that reveal the city's highlights and hidden gems. Cascais and its seaside boardwalks. All transport to/from included activities.
Highlights
Explore Porto, Nazare and Lisbon, Enjoy a traditional moliceiro boat ride in Averio, Walk along ancient castle ramparts in Obidos, Take a HippoTrip amphibious bus, Sintra's storybook Pena palace on a guided tour, Visit Cascais, Paint traditional Portuguese blue-and-white azulejo tiles.
What are the mandatory travel insurance requirements for this trip?
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Accommodation Summary
Hotels - 7 nts.
Meals Included
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
What are the meals like on this trip?
Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your Expedition Leader will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. The above information applies to G Adventures group trips. For Independent trips please check the itinerary for details of meals included. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.
Group Leader
Two National Geographic Expedition Leaders throughout.
What is the role of the group leader during this trip?
All National Geographic Family Journeys with G Adventures group trips are accompanied by two of our Expedition Leaders. The aim of the Expedition Leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense; you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.
Transportation
Private vehicle, boat, walking.
Minimum Age
Minimum age of 7 years for this trip.
Checklist
Documents:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Footwear (required) (Closed toe suggested)o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Smart Dress:o Smart outfit (For evenings out)Warm Weather:o Sandals/flip-flopso Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)o Sturdy water shoes/sandalso Sun hat/bandanao Swimwear
What are the packing guidelines and luggage restrictions?
We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.) It should also be noted that baggage should adhere to strict airline weight limits - 15kg for checked luggage and 6kg for hand luggage.
Service Level
Upgraded: Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
What are the tipping guidelines for this trip?
Local tipping is included on this Family trip which covers local guides, drivers and gratuity for included meals. At the end of your trip if you felt your two National Geographic Expedition Leaders did an outstanding job, tipping is expected and appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline; per Expedition Leader €8-10 per person, per day can be used.For non-included meals in restaurant, a guideline is 5-10% of cost of bill.
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