Lisbon & Northern Spain

Welcome to Lisbon! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

Lovely Lisbon This morning, discover the historic grandeur of Lisbon when you join your Local Guide for a fascinating sightseeing drive complete with photo stops at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Visit the magnificent Jerónimos Monastery and cloister with its 100-foot façade featuring images of St. Michael the Archangel and Our Lady of Belém. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to explore more of the city. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOTS The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces, including the 16th-century Belém Tower, which was both a fortress and the embarkation point for sailors, their last sight of land before the start of their journey. Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to great Portuguese explorers with a spectacular carved prow of an ancient ship.

Spend Your Day Your Way in Porto En-route to Porto stop at Fatima, one of the most important Marian shrines, and visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. This afternoon, arrive in the beautiful waterfront city of Porto. Follow your Local Guide for a guided walk, see the Church of São Francisco and visit the Stock Exchange with its Arabian Hall. Explore more of Porto with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions. (B) 217 mi / 350 km Port Cellar Sips The grapes from the vineyards in the Douro Valley surrounding Porto provide the main ingredient for one of the world's most recognized fortified wines. Visit a local wine cellar and enjoy a guided visit before tasting centuries of tradition in a glass of Port wine in the city that bears its name. Saúde! Port Side! Head to Porto's waterfront district and embark your sightseeing cruise on the River Douro for a different perspective of the city! See the historic Ribeira district, the iconic bridges that link Porto to Vila Nova Gaia, including the Dona Maria Pia by Gustave Eiffel, and take in the hues of Porto and its surroundings.

Spectacular Spain Bid farewell to Portugal as you cross the border into Spain. A scenic drive along the coastline brings you to the port of Vigo for an orientation of the historic district to see the remnants of the former city walls. After some free time for lunch continue to the charming island of La Toja, connected to the mainland by an 18th Century bridge. Enjoy an orientation to [LOCAL FAVORITE] see the church that is completely covered with seashells. Reach Santiago de Compostela and get a taste for the city with dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) 211 mi / 340 km LOCAL FAVORITE CULTURAL GEMS Marvel at the unusual church completely covered with seashells on La Toja island, famous for its spring waters. Once used for cattle grazing, it soon became a popular thermal retreat.