Portugal – Self-drives

Welcome to Portugal! Upon arrival pick up your car from Avis by Budget car-hire desk at Lisbon airport. Drive north of Lisbon to the medieval walled town of Óbidos for an overnight in Pousada Castelo de Óbidos, within the old beautiful castle walls. Óbidos is known for its typical white houses, flowered windows and narrow streets paved with beautiful stone. During your stay in Óbidos enjoy the area with its stunning landscape and don’t miss the national monuments in nearby Batalha, Alcobaça and the picturesque fishing town of Nazaré.
Accomodation: Pousada Castelo de Óbidos or similar for 1 night

Drive towards the North of Óbidos to Porto. Porto is located on the right bank of the Douro River which crosses the Porto wine region and offers the delights of a riverside city. During your 3 night stay in Porto we
suggest to enjoy the city and its monuments, the historic center (classified as UNESCO world heritage), visit a Porto wine cellar on the other side of the river or take a cruise on the Douro river. We recommend you take a full day excursion to visit Guimarães, Portugal´s birthplace with its medieval castle, the 18th century shrine of Bom Jesus de Braga; Ponte de Lima (beautiful small town) and Viana do Castelo known for its local handicrafts. Accommodation: Hotel Pestana Vintage Porto or similar for 3 nights, right on the Douro riverside

Driving from Porto towards the south to visit Aveiro, Portugal’s own little Venice. Then end your day in Coimbra where you can visit the oldest university of Portugal and its famous Library (please make sure to
arrive in advance to book your tour to the library the amount of passengers are limited). Another must see are the roman ruins of Conimbriga, only 16km south from Coimbra.
Accommodation: Hotel Quinta das Lagrimas in Coimbra or similar (1 night)