Discover Portugal from Lisbon to Porto on a small-group National Geographic Journeys adventure filled with historic towns, local flavors, and unforgettable moments.
  • Discover Lisbon’s fado tradition in a historic neighbourhood.
  • Explore the colourful Pena Palace and park in Sintra.
  • Visit Évora’s haunting Chapel of Bones.
  • Discover cork harvesting at a traditional Alentejo farm.
  • Explore Tomar’s Templar Castle and Convent of Christ.
  • Walk Coimbra University’s historic campus and Joanina Library.
  • Sail the Douro River past Porto’s storied bridges.
  • Discover port wine traditions in a Porto cellar tasting.
On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.



Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your Expedition Leader to organize one for you with reception.