Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity - 10:30am-12:30pm

Private tile-painting workshop (azulejos)

Immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Portuguese tile-making with a captivating two-hour tile-painting workshop that combines art, history, and hands-on creativity. This unique experience allows you to explore a faster, innovative technique while still embracing the beauty and charm of traditional Portuguese designs.

Lunch

Lunch on own

Optional Activity (additional cost)

• Free Time

• Pastel de Nata Workshop

• Cooking Class

• Tuk-Tuk Tour

• Food Tour

• Bike Tour

Dinner & Discussions - 6:30pm

Evening group dinner and discussion with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Pestana Palácio do Freixo (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

All Day Activity

Aveiro and Costa Nova Tour of the "Venice of Portugal"

Lunch

Group Lunch in Costa Nova

Afternoon Activity

Explore the "Venice of Portugal"

Group Discussions - 5pm-6:30pm

All Couples Group discussion with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

Dinner

Dinner on own

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Pestana Palácio do Freixo (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity

Optional Activities: (additional cost)

• Bridges Boat Tour

• Historical Center Tour

• Tuk Tuk Tour

• Mercado do Bolhão Tour

• Free Time

• Spa Appointments

Lunch

Lunch on own

Afternoon Activity

Optional Activities: (additional cost)

• Bridges Boat Tour

• Historical Center Tour

• Tuk Tuk Tour

• Mercado do Bolhão Tour

• Free Time

• Spa Appointments

Dinner & Discussions - 7pm-9pm

Full group sessions and discussions over dinner with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Pestana Palácio do Freixo (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity

Check out of hotel by 10am

Transport

2 hour transport from Porto -> Douro Valley

Group lessons led by Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife during group transport.

Lunch / Tour Stop

Mateus Palace (Vila Real) Tour and lunch

Lunch included

Afternoon Activity

Check into the hotel / Free Time

Dinner

Dinner on own

Local Recommendations

• Restaurante Manjar do Douro - Traditional Portuguese cuisine

• Casa da Rua - Cozy restaurant with authentic dishes

• Restaurante Vindouro - elegant modern cuisine inspired by the terroir

• Taskazita 5 - Ideal for Portuguese tapas

• Quinta da Pacheco - A gastronomic experience in the heart of a wine estate

• O Sousa - Tapas restaurant

Group Discussions - 8pm-9pm

Discussions led by Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Hotel Lamego (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Group Sessions - 9am-10:30am

All couples group conversations led by Dr. Jennifer Finlayson Fife

Lunch

Lunch on own

Local Recommendations

• Manjar do Douro - Known for traditional regional cuisine and generous portions

• Restaurante Torrao - family-style Portuguese cooking and spectacular Douro Valley Views

• Taberna dos Porfirios - casual and scenic

• Casa da Rua - cozy tapas style lunch in historic center

Free Time

• Free Time

• Spa Appointments

• Self-Guided Historical Lamego Site Seeing

  • Santuário de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios: A 18th-century Baroque church located at the top of a hill with a massive, famous staircase.

  • Lamego Castle & Cathedral: Explore the 13th-century castle ruins and the historic Cathedral of Lamego in the city center.

  • Museu de Lamego: A museum featuring Flemish tapestries, paintings, and religious art.

Dinner

Group Dinner Discussions

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Hotel Lamego (or similar hotel)

Spa Day

Note: the spa day includes access only to the hotel’s heated indoor pool, Nordic bath, Turkish bath, sauna, and gym.

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity

Douro Valley Tour with Olive Oil Tasting

• Guided Tour

• Picnic lunch 

• Visit and tasting of olive oil vineyards

***Recommended items for this tour: Light and comfortable clothing, walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen.

Lunch

Lunch at hotel

Free Time

• Free Time

• Spa Appointments

• Self-Guided Historical Lamego Site Seeing

  • Santuário de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios: A 18th-century Baroque church located at the top of a hill with a massive, famous staircase.

  • Lamego Castle & Cathedral: Explore the 13th-century castle ruins and the historic Cathedral of Lamego in the city center.

  • Museu de Lamego: A museum featuring Flemish tapestries, paintings, and religious art.

Dinner

Dinner on own

Local Recommendations

• Restaurante Manjar do Douro - Traditional Portuguese cuisine

• Casa da Rua - Cozy restaurant with authentic dishes

• Restaurante Vindouro - elegant modern cuisine inspired by the terroir

• Taskazita 5 - Ideal for Portuguese tapas

• Quinta da Pacheco - A gastronomic experience in the heart of a wine estate

• O Sousa - Tapas restaurant

Group Sessions - 7:30pm-9:30pm

Lessons and discussions with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Hotel Lamego (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity

Check out by 9am

Transport

Transport from Douro Valley -> Lisbon (Drive Time: 4 hours)

Group Instruction on bus

Lunch

Group Lunch Stop (Coimbra or Mealhada: 2 hours)

Hotel Check In

Check into hotel

Dinner

Dinner On Own

Split Group Discussions (45 minutes each)

Women and men split into groups for discussion

4pm - Women

5pm - Men

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Inspira Liberdade Boutique Hotel (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity

“Old Lisbon” walking tour of Alfama, Lisbon Cathedral, Miradouro view points

Lunch

Lunch on Own

Afternoon Activity

Free Time or Enjoy Hotel Spa

Optional Activity (additional cost)

• Free Time

• Pastel de Nata Workshop

• Cooking Class

• Tuk-Tuk Tour

• Food Tour

• Bike Tour

Dinner

Dinner on Own

Evening Group Discussion (7:30-9:30pm)

Group session

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Inspira Liberdade Boutique Hotel (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity

Free Time in Lisbon

Lunch

Optional activities - additional cost does apply

• TukTuk Tour

• Food Tour

• Pastel de Nata Bakery Class (10am)

• Bike Tours

Afternoon Activity

Free Time in Lisbon

Dinner - 6:30pm-9:30pm

Final Group Farewell Dinner

*Cocktail Party Attire

Accommodations:

Stay Overnight @ Inspira Liberdade Boutique Hotel (or similar hotel)

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Breakfast

Morning group breakfast

Morning Activity

Check out of hotel by 10am

Departures

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