A Fall 2024 trip to Spain & Portugal is now available for booking!
For a detailed description you can print out - please see this link (also listed below). Portugal/Spain 2024
NACAA Ag & Cultural Tour of Portugal & Spain September 29 - October 6, 2024
Day 1 (Saturday, September 28) - Evening departure from the U.S. for an overnight flight to Lisbon, Portugal.
Day 2 (Sunday, September 29) - Arrival in the Lisbon airport this morning, depart for Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour and lunch while exploring Evora. You will also visit the Chapel of Bones in Evora, which is part of the larger Royal Church of St. Francis, and was constructed by Franciscan monks in the late 16th century. Later in the day, check in to your accommodations for a two night stay.
(Overnight Setubal/Evora area)
(L,D)
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/liseagi-hilton-garden-inn-evora or similar
Day 3 (Monday, September 30) - Today spend the day visiting a ranch that has a variety of mixed agriculture production. You will visit sights such as oyster production, equine stud farm, rice, cattle, swine and cork production. Lunch will be on the ranch
overlooking the estuary connected to the Atlantic Ocean. This ranch is connected to a nature preserve that works within the local environmental laws that are utilized throughout the European Union.
(Overnight Setubal/Evora area)
(B,L,D)
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/liseagi-hilton-garden-inn-evora or similar
Day 4 (Tuesday, October 1) - Check out and depart to the dramatic Algarve coast. This area is known for its picturesque coastline and stunning cliffs. You will visit a goat/sheep dairy and cheese farm in the morning before having lunch. Also, visit Cabo da Sao Vicente which is the southwesternmost part of Portugal (as legend calls it, the end of the world). Enjoy the remainder of your time exploring the area by touring the breathtaking cliff lines with plenty of photo opportunities and some free time to explore the small shops and cafes.
(Overnight Algarve area)
(B,L)
https://www.vilagale.com/en/hotels/algarve/vila-gale-lagos or similar
Day 5 (Wednesday, October 2) - In the morning, travel to the beautiful city of Seville. Once you cross the border into Spain, visit an olive farm to learn about the history and
process of making olive oil along with a tasting. You will also visit a citrus farm on the way to Seville, the largest city of Andalusia. Experience a Flamenco Dance Show tonight followed by a tapas dinner!
(Overnight Seville)
(B,L,D)
https://www.nh-hotels.com/en/hotel/nh-sevilla-plaza-de-armas/map or similar
Day 6 (Thursday, October 3) - Spend the morning visiting Seville’s city sights! Visit the Alcazar of Seville, a stunning palace complex with magnificent gardens influenced by Moorish and Renaissance styles. Explore Maria Luisa Park, a spacious park with beautiful gardens, fountains, and tiled promenades, along with the beautiful architecture of Spain’s Plaza. This afternoon, take part in a cooking lesson making Spain’s most famous dish, paella. After the paella lunch, relax during some free time or go sightseeing and shopping at the local shops nearby. Dinner on your own tonight in this amazing city!
(Overnight Seville)
(B,L)
https://www.nh-hotels.com/en/hotel/nh-sevilla-plaza-de-armas/map or similar
Day 7 (Friday, October 4) - Depart Seville stopping by Merida, one of the major capitals of the Roman Empire and the incredible Teatro Romano. Take in the city sights and have some free time for lunch on your own and some shopping. Crossing back into Portugal visit the famous wine area of Alentejo. Here you will enjoy a lunch, tour and tasting some of Portugal's finest wines. Continue after your visit to Lisbon to check in for a two night stay in the capital of Lisbon. Free evening for dinner tonight.
(Overnight Lisbon)
(B,L)
https://www.nh-hotels.com/en/hotel/nh-lisboa-campo-grande/map or similar
Day 8 (Saturday, October 5) - In the morning, take a guided walking city tour throughout several popular neighborhoods in Lisbon. Visit Castle Hill (a nice walk to stretch your legs after a long flight), Alfama neighborhood (birthplace of Fado music) and taste local food and beverages as you visit shops and restaurants along the way. In the afternoon, visit the Botanical Garden of Lisbon which was laid out between 1858 and 1873. The garden has over 18,000 species and is one of the largest collections of subtropical vegetation. Later, visit the Belem tower and try some traditional baked goods. Farewell dinner near your hotel in Lisbon!
(Overnight Lisbon)
(B,D)
https://www.nh-hotels.com/en/hotel/nh-lisboa-campo-grande/map or similar
Day 9 (Sunday, October 6) - In the morning transfer to the Lisbon airport for your return flight home.
(B)
“This itinerary is subject to change without prior approval. Please note that if a last minute cancellation occurs, a replacement technical visit of equal value will be arranged.
Price per person based on double occupancy (20 person minimum) - $2,750 ------SIngle supplement - $625
Payment Schedule:
May 1, 2024 - Registration deadline
May 15, 2024 - $500 Non refundable deposit
August 15, 2024 - Final payment due
Included:
- Accommodations
- Transportation
- Full time tour manager
- Activities/Technical visits
- Meals as indicated in itinerary (no soft drinks included) B= Breakfast
L= Lunch D= Dinner
Not Included:
- International airfare
- Gratuities for driver, tour guide, and local guides
- Cost of valid U.S. passport
- Water on bus (can be purchased for one euro per bottle)
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Airline seat upgrades
- Excess baggage fees
- Alcoholic beverages or soft drinks during during meals
- Leisure activities on free days
- Hotel charges for incidentals, including telephone calls, pay per view movies, mini bars, and snack trays, personal laundry, room service, and hotel penalties for smoking in hotel rooms.
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