Arrive at Lisbon International Airport and transfer to your luxurious urban escape, Pousada de Lisboa. Set in the heart of the historic Praça do Comércio, once the site of the Royal Ribeira Palace and still known by the locals as Terreiro do Paço (Palace Yard), once you’ve settled in to your hotel, enjoy a stroll around this lively square.

Be enchanted as you join the locals to explore Lisbon’s quaint old quarters on foot, ride the vintage trams and stop for an espresso and a famous Lisbon pastry. Then explore tree-lined streets and discover artisan boutiques and stunning architecture as you get to know this enchanting city by moto side-car. In the evening, find your place on the water’s edge to watch the sun set over this charming city then enjoy dinner at one of our favourite Lisbon restaurants.

Tiny whitewashed villages, golden plains and lime-green vines mark your gateway to the Alentejo - a region famous for its cuisine and exquisite local wines. Be captivated by the historic walled city of Evora. Let your food journey begin as you linger over a lunch of local Alentejo produce and wine. Then rest and relax at your luxury farmhouse retreat.

Uncover this region’s true soul on your cycling discovery. Experience traditional life as you cycle on rural backroads passing by tiny villages, serene rivers and vineyards. In the evening, a special experience awaits. Uncover the hidden treasures of the night sky and learn from the astronomers and astrophotographers of the Alqueva Lake Observatory.

Today the Serra da Estrela national park area awaits - home to Portugal’s highest mountain range. En route, stop at Quinta Dona Maria wine estate, enjoy a private visit with the estate owner, lunch at the palace and wine tasting. From there you head to the medieval village of Marvão. From its incredible rocky hilltop location, you’ll see how it gained the name ‘Nest of Eagles’. Explore labyrinthine streets and savour views of the Alentejo hills. This afternoon, relish magnificent views in the tranquility of a charming mountain setting at the stunning Casa das Penhas Douradas.

In the company of beautiful scenery, today you head to the Douro Valley - the oldest demarcated wine region in the world and home to the great Douro River. A private visit to Quinta do Bombim, one of the Duoro Valley’s finest vineyards and premium port producers, and lunch at a beautiful manor house, before you reach luxurious hideaway Six Senses Douro Valley.

Savour the stellar views from your luxury hideaway. Take a leisurely walk through the 100-year-old woods or a swim in the sprawling pool. This afternoon your private vintage boat and a gourmet lunch await you. Explore the river, visit a wine estate and enjoy dinner at an incredible over-water restaurant. The perfect Douro River experience.

Today you depart the Duoro for the UNESCO World Heritage listed town of Porto. Taking a break en-route to explore the narrow streets of the historic village of Guimaraes, known as the ‘cradle’ of Portuguese nationality. This afternoon, you arrive in colourful Porto and your stunning and tranquil home for the next two nights, The Yeatman. Relax with sunset drinks then sample some of the best food in Portugal at the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant.

Today, the stunning Rio Mondego River awaits. One of Portugal’s two great rivers, soak up the beauty of this area by gentle kayak. Starting in the small village of Penacova, enjoy the tranquility of the river as you paddle downstream then savour a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, you return you to Lisbon. Travelling though captivating countryside, small towns and villages with beautiful architecture, and past striking medieval castles, you’ll once again be reminded of incredible beauty and diversity of this small country.

After a gourmet breakfast, farewell charming Portugal as your private transfer returns you to Lisbon airport for your flight home.