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Christmas on the Lisbon Coast

From £1,649
Duration 7 Days
Departures from: Dec 2024 - Dec 2024
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From £1,649
Duration 7 Days
Departures from: Dec 2024 - Dec 2024

Tour Overview

Fairy-tale towns, sumptuous palaces and seafaring cities are highlights of this festive holiday on the Lisbon Coast, and they are all the more magical at Christmas.
  • Festive Escapes
  • Relax & Discover Holidays
  • All Breakfasts

Your Holiday Includes

  • Return flights from the UK
  • 6 nights in a 4-star hotel
  • 13 included meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 festive lunch and 6 dinners including Portuguese specialities on one of the evenings
  • Travelsphere Holiday Director & Specialist Local Guide
  • Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Explore Lisbon, the Portuguese Capital
  • Visit the Medieval town of Obidos
  • Discover UNESCO-listed Sintra and visit the seaside resort of Cascais
  • Marvel at the Splendour of Mafra's National Palace

Itinerary

Day 1 UK - Ericeira

Depart on your flight to Lisbon today. On arrival we will transfer you to your hotel in the seaside resort of Ericeira, which boasts lovely beaches and a delightful centre. Once you've settled in, why not head out to explore before dinner at the hotel this evening. Meals included: D

Day 2 Lisbon

Today, you'll head to Portugal's lively capital, Lisbon. You will take in the Moorish quarter and the Belém Tower - the city's icon and a monument to Portugal's Age of Discovery. Meals included: B,D

Day 3 Christmas Eve: Óbidos

Today you'll visit the hilltop town of Óbidos, considered one of the most picturesque in Portugal. Its walled historic centre is a labyrinth of cobblestone streets and whitewashed houses sporting terracotta roofs, while the main street is lined with traditional shops selling crafts, chocolate and cherry liqueur. You'll be back at your hotel in time to get ready for a Christmas Eve dinner including Portuguese specialities. Meals included: B,D

Day 4 Christmas Day: Ericeira - at Leisure

It's Christmas Day and you can spend it doing just as you please. We'll get together at the hotel for a festive lunch, and later join the group again for a festive dinner. Meals included: B,L,D

Day 5 Boxing Day: Mafra

You'll head off this morning to the Baroque National Palace at Mafra. When work began on this monumental complex in 1717, no expense was spared with approximately 45,000 men working on the palace, Basilica and monastery. During your visit a highlight will be the magnificent library, decorated with marble and exotic wood and containing around 35,000 volumes. Meals included: B,D

Day 6 Sintra, Cascais & Cabo da Roca

Your included excursion today first takes you to UNESCO-listed Sintra, which is located at the foot of a mountain, surrounded by forest and dotted with extravagant villas and palaces. You will visit the former summer residence of the king of Portugal, noted for its beautiful ceramic tiles and painted ceilings, before heading to Cascais. Once a sleepy fishing village, this stylish seaside resort boasts fine beaches and a charming Old Town. The main street, Rua Direita, is the place to shop for local handicrafts, and the Paula Rego Museum showcases works by this renowned Portuguese artist. Your day concludes with a visit to the dramatic surroundings of Cabo da Roca lighthouse (weather dependent), the most westerly point of continental Europe. Head back to Ericeira for your final evening. Meals included: B,D

Day 7 Ericeira - UK

Today we'll transfer you to the airport and fly home. Meals included: B

Accommodation (as specified or similar)

Vila Gale Ericeira

The 4 star Hotel Vila Gale is located in Ericeira, close to the beach and offers exceptional panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and spa. Guest rooms feature private facilities, complementarity Wi-Fi, TV, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer. If you wish to upgrade to a room with a sea view for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

The 4 star Hotel Vila Gale is located in Ericeira, close to the beach and offers exceptional panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and spa. Guest rooms feature private facilities, complementarity Wi-Fi, TV, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer. If you wish to upgrade to a room with a sea view for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

Further Information

Deposit information

When you book a holiday, you will be asked to pay a deposit, this will be made clear at the time of booking. In most cases we will charge the following deposit amount;

  • European Holidays - £200 Per person
  • Worldwide Holidays - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater
  • Ocean Cruises - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater

On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.

If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.

Our cancellation policy

If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.

  • More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
  • 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
  • 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
  • 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
  • Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price

Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.

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You can also refer to the Foreign Travel Advice section on the gov.uk website: Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Click on your destination and then click on 'Entry Requirements'. For Health Requirements, the Department of Health also offers travellers health advice on www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, click on country information to locate your destination.

It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.

For some destinations, it is not always discernable that a visa is required for entry at the border.  For example, for some customers, to travel to the United States, an ESTA may be required. For Canada, an ETA and to India, an e-visa may be needed. Please do check your requirements to avoid any unnecessary cost and delays.

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