Portugal, 8 Days · Tailor-made by car

Manueline Art Route

Travel back to the sixteenth century to delve into Portuguese history and its fascinating Manueline art

History and art are two parameters to measure the grandeur of a country. And Portugal simply oozes history and art wherever you go. That's why we've hand-picked for you the best places that showcase Manueline art. This style, so typical of the Portuguese 16th century, has elevated dozens of buildings across the country to the category of 'treasures'. In Lisbon and its surroundings you'll find a great representation of all this. Two well-known examples are the Torre de Belém and the Jerónimos Monastery, although there are many more. Another must-see on the tour is Óbidos, a magnificent walled city. Inside the walls is the Paço dos Alcaldes palace, with two quintessentially Manueline windows and a fantastic door. After a seaside sojourn in Nazaré and a visit to spiritual Fátima, you can then head to Coimbra, a privileged Portuguese city that boasts an extensive repertoire of Manueline art. The New Cathedral, the Monastery of Santa Cruz and the Casa de Sub-Ripas are just some of the treasures that await you. Portuguese art also filters into its cuisine and its music, which will constantly accompany you on this cultural tour dotted with unique sights such as the Templar Castle and the Convent of Christ, both in the town of Tomar. It's truly spectacular and, of course, also hosts several samples of Manueline art. A must-visit! As are Santarem and Évora, delectable places for strolling around and admiring Portugal's late Gothic art. And the final destinations are Sesimbra and Setúbal, where blue azulejo tiles will mark the path of Manueline art. If you don't know much about the origin and characteristics of this ever-so-special style, take note: Manueline art is typical of sixteenth-century Portugal, when Late Gothic mutated into an architectural style of its own. Buildings started to sport previously unimaginable features, the majority related to marine life or mythical creatures, which soon gained prestige for their refined elegance.

Manueline Art Route

Departure date

Departures from November 2024 till October 2025

From

Dublin, Shannon, Cork...

Cultural

Travel details

  • Travel details

  • Day 1 City of origin - Lisbon

  • Day 2 Lisbon and the Region (Estoril - Cascais - Sintra)

  • Day 3 Lisbon - Óbidos - Alcobaça - Nazaré - Fátima

  • Day 4 Fátima - Coimbra

  • Day 5 Coimbra - Tomar

  • Day 6 Tomar - Torres Novas - Santarém - Almeirim - Coruche - Montemor-o-Novo - Évora

  • Day 7 Évora - Palmela - Azeitão - Sesimbra

  • Day 8 Lisbon - City of origin

Your trip includes

  • Return flight.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Lisbon.

  • Selected meal plan in Lisbon.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Fatima.

  • Selected meal plan in Fatima.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Coimbra.

  • Selected meal plan in Coimbra.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Tomar.

  • Selected meal plan in Tomar.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Évora.

  • Selected meal plan in Évora.

  • Stay in selected hotel in Sesimbra.

  • Selected meal plan in Sesimbra.

  • Rent-a-car.

Your trip doesn't include

  • Accommodation taxes in Lisbon direct payment in facility.

  • Possible toll charges.

  • Insolvency protection.

Important remarks

- Triple rooms in Europe are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.

- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.

- The proposed excursions and tours for each day are purely suggestions, as you can tailor the trip to suit your times, tastes and needs.

- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.

- Hotels usually have cots available. Otherwise, babies will have to share a bed with an adult.

- To pick up your rental car, you'll need a credit (not debit) card in the name of the person who made the booking, who must also be the named driver of the vehicle.

- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.