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New Year on the Lisbon Coast

From £1,649
Duration 5 Days
Departures from: Dec 2024 - Dec 2024
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From £1,649
Duration 5 Days
Departures from: Dec 2024 - Dec 2024

Tour Overview

Set on the western edge of the beautiful Lisbon coastline, the charming seaside resort of Ericeira is the perfect base for this New Year get-away. Over five days you'll discover many historic highlights, starting with a tour of Portugal's capital, Lisbon. You'll also discover the beautiful palaces and villas of picturesque Sintra and explore the medieval walled town of Óbidos, where time seems to have stood still.

  • festive tour Festive
  • meals included tour Half Board

Your Holiday Includes

  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
  • Return flights from London
  • 4 nights half-board in a 4-star hotel
  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
  • 8 included meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners including a welcome drink
  • Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage

Included Holiday Highlights

  • Discover Lisbon's highlights
  • Explore picturesque Sintra & the Cabo da Roca lighthouse
  • Celebrate the New Year together
  • Tour of the walled town of Óbidos

Itinerary

Day 1 UK - Ericeira

Today, you fly to Lisbon. On arrival we'll transfer you to your hotel, which is located in the picturesque seaside resort of Ericeira and offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. After settling into your room, why not head out for a stroll. Ericeira sits on the western edge of the beautiful Lisbon coast and boasts a promenade lined with cafés, bars and restaurants. Back at the hotel, get to know your travelling companions over a welcome drink before dinner this evening.

Meals included: D

Day 2 Lisbon

We're going to discover Portugal's capital, Lisbon, todays panoramic tour. The city is home to many historic attractions, and our guided tour begins as we make our way through the narrow medieval alleyways of the Alfama District, crowned by an ancient castle. We'll also admire the UNESCO-listed Belém Tower, which was the starting point of many sea voyages in the 16th century and is a symbol of Portugal's power during the Age of Discovery. Later we'll gather again back at hotel for dinner.

Meals included: B,D

Day 3 New Year's Eve, Sintra & Cabo da Roca

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before we head off to the charming region of Sintra. Located at the foot of a mountain and surrounded by forest, it is dotted with villas and palaces which were the summer residences of the kings of Portugal. We'll also take in the dramatic sight of the Cabo da Roca lighthouse, if the weather allows. Sitting on a promontory jutting out into the Atlantic, this is the most westerly point in mainland Europe. We'll head back to the hotel in plenty of time to get ready for this evening's festivities, a special New Year's Eve dinner.

Meals included: B,D

Day 4 New Year's Day, Óbidos

We'll enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel, before we make our way to the picturesque walled town of Óbidos for an included tour. Little has changed here since medieval times, and on our stroll we'll discover a hilltop castle, a maze of cobbled streets and delightful red-roofed, whitewashed houses. Perhaps take a stroll along the ramparts that enclose the town's historic centre for wonderful views.

Meals included: B,D

Day 5 Ericeira - UK

Today we'll transfer to the airport for our return flight to the UK.

Meals included: B

Accommodation (as specified or similar)

Vila Gale Ericeira

The 4 star Hotel Vila Gale is located in Ericeira, close to the beach and offers exceptional panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and spa. Guest rooms feature private facilities, complementarity Wi-Fi, TV, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer. If you wish to upgrade to a room with a sea view for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

The 4 star Hotel Vila Gale is located in Ericeira, close to the beach and offers exceptional panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and spa. Guest rooms feature private facilities, complementarity Wi-Fi, TV, mini-bar, safe and hairdryer. If you wish to upgrade to a room with a sea view for a supplement please call and our Holiday Advisors will be happy to assist.

Further Information

Average group size of our tours

Our holiday group sizes do vary from tour to tour - but we have an average group size of 26. Big or small, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to socialise with your fellow travellers. So, whether you fancy making friends at mealtimes or feel like being friendly by the pool, you’re guaranteed a great time whatever size your group is.

Deposit information

When you book a holiday, you will be asked to pay a deposit, this will be made clear at the time of booking. In most cases we will charge the following deposit amount;

  • UK Holidays - £150 per person
  • European Holidays - £200 Per person
  • Worldwide Holidays - £250 or 10% whichever is the greater

On some holidays we may charge a slightly higher deposit, to cover any costs we have to pay immediately to secure your booking with our suppliers. This will be made clear at the time of booking.

If you choose a tour that is within 84 days of departure you will need to pay the full balance when you book.

Our cancellation policy

If you decide to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us (or your travel agent) in writing, as soon as possible. Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below.

  • More than 75 days before departure - Loss of deposit only
  • 43 - 74 days - 50% of tour price
  • 29 - 42 days - 75% of tour price
  • 15 - 28 days - 90% of tour price
  • Day of Departure - 14 days - 100% of tour price

Our full cancellation policy can be found in our booking terms and conditions, section 8.

How do I find out Entry and Health Requirements for my holiday?

We have partnered with Sherpa, an on-line self service tool that allows you to search up-to-date information regarding travel entry requirements for all countries and also allows you to apply for eVisas or eTAs via their on-line portal. Just click on this link to find out more – Travel requirement & Visa Service.

You can also refer to the Foreign Travel Advice section on the gov.uk website: Foreign travel advice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Click on your destination and then click on 'Entry Requirements'. For Health Requirements, the Department of Health also offers travellers health advice on www.travelhealthpro.org.uk, click on country information to locate your destination.

It is important to remember that passport, visa and health requirements can change before departure; therefore, we recommend you regularly familiarise yourself with the latest requirements before you travel. If you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements, we are unable to accept any responsibility.

For some destinations, it is not always discernable that a visa is required for entry at the border.  For example, for some customers, to travel to the United States, an ESTA may be required. For Canada, an ETA and to India, an e-visa may be needed. Please do check your requirements to avoid any unnecessary cost and delays.

 

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