TRAVEL WITH OLLI at the University of New Mexico
Sunny Portugal Discovery
Lisbon, Alentejo, Algarve & Portuguese Riviera
Dates
Oct 13 – 22, 2026
Activity Level
2 - Moderate
Price Per Person
From $3,999
About This Tour
Duration:
10 days
Meals:
13
Travel Style:
Classic
From the Portuguese capital, Lisbon, to the sunny cliffs of the Algarve and the Portuguese Riviera, venture along Portugal’s stunning shoreline. Encounter picturesque resort towns, winding cobblestone streets, oceanfront promenades, and quaint villages.
Essential Experiences
Learn about the importance of cork to the Portuguese culture and economy at a family-owned cork factory.
Get a taste of Portuguese gin production at a local distillery.
Step back in time and overnight in Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights
Lisbon
Belem
Cork Factory
Evora
Alentejo
Algarve
Picnic Lunch in Monchique
Portuguese Riviera
Obidos
Sintra
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Activity Level
Level 2
Moderate
You like a balanced approach to travel. Walking two to three miles over the course of a day is no problem for you. You can partake in a two-hour leisurely walking tour, covering up to two miles (with included breaks). You can handle a variety of terrains, from cobblestone streets to moderate hills with relative ease and without assistance. You can climb two flights of stairs with ease. There may be 1 to 2 days on this tour when walking tours can cover 3 to 4 miles over uneven terrain. You can handle altitudes up to 6,000 feet.