6 breakfasts, 1 dinner

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Eating is a big part of traveling. G Adventures understands the importance of breakfast to start your day, we strive to include a basic breakfast wherever possible. A typical breakfast may include toast, coffee and tea, however this may vary depending on the city. Should breakfast not be included, your CEO can suggest some local options.

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 CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip.

For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

1. LOCAL GUIDES

It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places.

2. LUGGAGE

In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage from platform to platform, in and out of trains and buses etc. and also possibly up several flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on trains and buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times.

3. COMBO TRIP

Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

4. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:

Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

5. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE:

During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.

This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group 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.

It is important to note that accommodation in Europe tend to be quite different to other areas of the world you may have travelled in. Buildings and rooms are generally old and may not have been renovated or maintained to the highest standard. Downtown hotels in Europe were not build to be hotels but rich owners houses, which have been changed into hotels. Therefore unusual room sizes are common as large rooms have been partitioned in the past, resulting in rather “thin” walls. Reception areas, rooms and bathrooms tend to be very small as they were often added into an existing room, and may have a hand nozzle rather than a conventional shower head.

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.

Staff can occasionally demonstrate less than perfect customer service. As accommodation is in short supply, especially during the summer months, hotels can charge a premium and there is sometimes little motivation to improve facilities.

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.)

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

Venture into the Serra’s cool ridges to explore the romantic Sintra hill town. Tour the storybook Pena Palace with its candy-colored turrets, then walk the ramparts of the Moorish Castle for sweeping Atlantic views.

A designated UNESCO Cultural Landscape, Sintra blends royal retreats and lush gardens. This optional excursion is at additional cost and bookable on tour; your CEO can help with tickets and timing.

Taste your way through authentic tascas while tracing Lisbon street art in hidden lanes and creative hubs. Sample local bites as bold murals and Bordalo II installations reframe the city’s stories in color and texture.

This insider ramble reveals living traditions and contemporary expression beyond postcard views. Offered at additional cost and bookable on tour (pre-booking recommended in peak months).

Visit the hilltop University of Coimbra, among Europe’s oldest seats of learning. Step into the baroque Joanina Library, famed for gilded woodwork, painted ceilings, and a tiny bat colony that safeguards centuries-old volumes.

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the campus unfolds around a former royal palace with far-reaching views over the Mondego. This visit is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Glide through Aveiro on a colorful moliceiro boat ride, passing salt pans and fishermen’s sheds as the city’s waterways open to the lagoon. Along the canals, admire sinuous Art Nouveau facades that frame cafés and boutiques.

Treat yourself to the local sweet, ovos moles, and browse the market quarter. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Cruise the Douro aboard a traditional-style rabelo to trace Porto’s working waterfront. Glide beneath the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge and five other spans, including Arrábida’s sweeping arch, as tiled facades and wine lodges slip by.

Expect broad riverfront panoramas ideal for photos and city orientation. Offered at additional cost and bookable on tour, this relaxed sailing spotlights Porto’s maritime setting and famed six bridges.

Visit the Sanctuary of Fátima, a profound Catholic pilgrimage site. Stand beside the Chapel of the Apparitions and take time for quiet reflection across vast esplanades framed by the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and the modern Holy Trinity Basilica.

Experience the atmosphere of pilgrim devotion as candles flicker and rosaries whisper. This visit is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Join a guided orientation walk through Baixa and Chiado to get your bearings among grand squares and riverfront boulevards. Pause by the Praca do Comércio, admire tile-clad facades (azulejos), and spot Rossio and the Santa Justa Lift as classic yellow trams rattle past.

Wander toward Alfama’s lanes for viewpoints over the Tagus and tips on cafés, markets, and getting around. Your CEO highlights essentials so you can enjoy a free afternoon exploring museums, miradouros, or a pastel de nata bakery at your own pace.

Settle into a traditional casa de fado in Alfama or Mouraria for a Fado performance and traditional dinner. Savor comforting dishes as the crystalline notes of the guitarra portuguesa carry through candlelit rooms.

Feel the ache and beauty of saudade—the soul of Portugal—during this intimate, UNESCO-recognised Fado experience. Close-up vocals, simple fare, and a hushed atmosphere reveal the city’s character beyond its streets.

Visit the Monastery of Batalha, a beacon of late Gothic and Manueline stonework. Wander tranquil cloisters, study lace-like carvings, and step into the open-air Unfinished Chapels where wind and light play across soaring pinnacles.

Raised to honor victory at the Battle of Aljubarrota (1385), this UNESCO site also shelters the Founders’ Chapel, resting place of King João I and Philippa of Lancaster—an encounter with Portugal’s artistry and nation-shaping history.

Explore Porto’s historic core on an orientation walk from the mosaic-lined São Bento Station azulejos to the arcaded lanes of the Ribeira riverfront. Glimpse the double-decker Dom Luís I Bridge and the slender silhouette of the Clérigos Tower.

Gather pointers on cafés, markets, and photogenic viewpoints to enjoy a free afternoon your way—whether wandering cobbles, tasting a francesinha, or tracing azulejo panels that map the nation’s past.

Step inside Vila Nova de Gaia to visit renowned port wine cellars and learn how the Douro Demarcated Region (1756) shaped this fortified wine. Walk past oak barrels, hear about aging and blending, and sample tawny and ruby styles with guidance from local experts.

Between sips, admire river views toward Porto’s rooftops and the iron span where rabelo boats once delivered casks downstream. Conclude with a convivial toast—saúde.

Begin your journey by meet your CEO and fellow travellers to outline the adventure, discuss travel logistics, and align on shared expectations. Pick up local know-how on navigating Lisbon’s transport, neighborhoods, and dining etiquette—an easy, friendly primer that sets the tone for your small-group experience.

Break the ice with new friends and ask about optional activities and free-time ideas. Many choose to dine together afterward and enjoy a free evening soaking up Lisbon’s lively café culture and sea-salt breeze.