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A first thought about your event in Portugal...

Portugal is the right country to organise your special event, either it is a dozen people incentive or a multi­thousand people congress. An incentive for a small number of people can be organised practically in any area of Portugal as it is a tendency nowadays for incentives to become smaller and smarter; a bigger event, however, it’s better to expect it to be made in Porto area,Lisbon area or in the Algarve.

Basing the flights in the 3 main airports, within a range of a 2 hours transfer, the choices are not only great in number but also invariety, as you can have either a seaside resort where you can have many sport & beach games, or a countryside spot where youhave a lot of space for as many activities as you want.

Offering good flight access, value for money and a modern 21st century infrastructure, Portugal has long been a safe and reliabledestination for MICE planners and organisers.

Blessed with a mild year­round climate, plenty of sunshine, excellent food and wine and some of the finest congress and accommodation facilities anywhere in the world, it has all the right ingredients for a successful conference, meeting or incentiveprogramme.

A DMC can provide local destination knowledge and ground services, as well as offering the following; Meet and Greet, Transfers /Transportation, Hotel Accommodation, Restaurants, Activities, Excursions, Conference Venues, Themed Events, Gala Dinners andLogistics. We are also able to assist with overcoming any language barriers.

A DMC must be someone that you can relate to and trust, and with whom you work closely as a team, whilst we assist you on botha creative and professional level. We are often able to provide preferential rates based on the buying power that we have with theirpreferred suppliers.

Just tell us the needs of your incentive and we will present you the best solution!

Portugal, a destinationGeographical dataPorto and the NorthLisboa regionAlgarve

Thermal Baths, Horses and Golf

FIT’sRoundtrips for Individual ClientsFIT’s optional tours

Groups and CorporateEscorted ToursGroups optional tours

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Geographical data

Located in the Southwest of Europe, between the parallels 37º and 42º ofNorth latitude and the meridians 6º and9.5º West of Greenwich, Portugal is limited by Spain at North and East(1215 km of border) and at South andWest by the Atlantic Ocean (700 km ofcoast).

The National territory has an area of 88797,365 km2 including the Madeira andAzores Archipelagos, and the continental territory has a maximumlength of 561 Km and a maximum widthof 218 Km. The Cape of Roca is thewesternmost point of Continental Portugal. The prolongation of the Mountains of the Iberian Peninsula aredistinctive for two types of relief, atNorth and at South of the Tejo river.

At North, the relief is hillier, with steepslopes cut by deep valleys. Between therivers Minho and Douro, there is a mountain chain (Galaico­Duriense) thatreaches the coastal line. Between therivers Douro and Tejo, we can find thehighest peaks, at the Serra do Marãoand Serra da Estrela (2.000 m).

At South of the Tejo, there is the biggestarea of flat lands, with rare mountains,being the most important here the Serra Algarvia. There is also some swampylands at the Tejo and Sado valleys.

Porto and the North

If you look for that special charm onlyold European cities have, Porto is yourchoice, as this is an old yet at the sametime contemporary city. Also in what Hotels are concerned, you may choosefrom an 18th. Century Palace like Pousada do Porto or the modern glass,steel and marble Sheraton Porto Hotel

Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, the city is as popular today for its history and cultureas it has always been for the famousPort wine. Key attractions such as the12th­century Cathedral and the magnificent São Francisco Churchfinely illustrate the city’s ancient patrimony, while the old wine lodges onthe south bank of the River Douro aretailor­made for group dinners and cocktail receptions. Other versatile venues include the centrally­locatedStock Exchange Palace and high­techEuroparque congress centre south ofthe city. But much of Oporto’s appeallies in the fact that it remains a largelyundiscovered destination, a place thatmost people have never visited before.And with a modern infrastructure andseveral top­end hotels to choose from,there’s plenty of appeal for the interna­tional MICE market. Also for a specialevent a cruise in the Douro river canhelp the success.

Northern Portugal is a beautiful regionsteeped in tradition and full of local history. Stretching from the green Minhoregion to the enchanting Douro Valley, itis a green and pleasant land of mountains, ancient cities and extraordinary natural beauty. Besides all the activities possible in this region, the medieval dinner in FeiraCastle is a special event for Incentives.

The terraced slopes of the River Douroare the real home of Port wine, which iscarried downriver to the lodges ofOporto before being shipped around theworld. Most of the winemakers in theDouro Valley are well prepared to receive small groups for guided toursand wine­tasting sessions, while cruisecompanies operating along the river cancater for corporate functions and pre­ and post­event excursions. Also, indue time, it is possible to organize agroup to participate in the Harvest inDouro Valley, the oldest demarcatedarea in the world!

A destination

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Lisboa Region

Boasting an ultra­modern infrastructureand elegant old­world charm, Lisboaoffers a fresh alternative to the moreregular conference and incentive destinations around the world. The Portuguese capital exudes an invitingwarmth and geniality that most European capitals have long­since outgrown. And blessed with appealing architecture and 3,000 years of history,the city can compete for any type ofMICE event, large or small.

Lisboa is packed with possibilities forgroup activities, both in the city andalong the resort areas of the EstorilCoast. Options include dining in restored palaces and other historicmonuments such as the imposing Castle of São Jorge and the 16th­century Jerónimos Monastery inBelém. Various other venues such asthe Beato Convent and Estufa Friabotanical gardens also cater for a widerange of corporate functions.

The new exhibition centre located in theheart of the city’s Park of Nations is arich legacy of the Expo ’98 World Exposition. With four pavilions coveringa gross area of 100,000 square­metres,the centre is on a par with many of theworld’s leading fairgrounds, and next toit there is Pavilhão Atlântico, with a capacity for up to 13.500 people in convention set­up. Meanwhile, on theother side of town, the Lisbon CongressCentre has recently been redevelopedfor large­scale events.

Being Lisboa the capital of the country,it has of course a good hotel capacity,good communication means and a largenumber of events possibilities, within a2 hours driving from the airport, withsome completely different type atmospheres, climate and vegetation,from the hot and dry Alentejo to the wetand chilly Sintra, from the seaside to thecountryside.

Algarve

Blessed with numerous golf courses, luxurious beach resorts and quaint littlefishing villages, the Algarve is a dream destination for conference and incentive organisers. Arade Congress Centrewith a capacity for up to 1.000 delegates and Portimão Arena for up to6.000 people, are the region’s most important and most modern places forcongresses.

Year­round sunshine and 150 kilometres of sandy shoreline make theAlgarve a haven not just for holidays butalso for interesting group programmes.Inhabited since the time of the Phoenicians, it was the Moors who leftthe most visible legacy a fact that ismostly evident in the region’s place –names and architecture. Bordered ontwo sides by the Atlantic, the Algarve isdivided from the rest of Portugal by aseries of low­lying mountains. In theeast, the Guadiana River forms a scenicborder with neighbouring Spain.

Accommodation capacity is not a problem in the Algarve as there areplenty of Hotels throughout the region,in the diverse categories and types of atmosphere.

A destination

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Thermal Baths

From North to South there are around30 different places where we can findthermal waters in Portugal, some ofthem found and developed by the Romans when they were occupying theIberian Peninsula!

The medicinal waters are used to cureor prevent a great number of diseases,of the respiratory, muscle and skeletal, dermatological, digestive and circulatorysystems and others. Also in someplaces, there is also the possibility tomake physiotherapy.

In the last few years there has been an increase in the number of Thermalbaths offering also spa and well­beingtreatments.

Besides these thermal / medicinal waters, there is also a wide choice forspas in Hotels all over Portugal.

Horses

Equestrian activity in Portugal is a tradition established long before theearly days of military equitation and inwhich present equestrian sports arerooted.

Portugal is among the few countries inthe world where professional equestrianactivity has been kept alive uninterruptedly thanks to Bullfighting,thus insuring that we keep this cultureand tradition from the 18th century.

Though equestrian centres scattered allover the country have different aims and purposes, they all offer horse­riding tuition. To appreciate the real scope ofequestrian activities in Portugal, it isnecessary to look at them and their supporting infrastructures in context.

This is the role of an Incoming agent: tohelp foreign clients to choose the best infrastructures at the best location, either concerning accommodation orother important issues such as roads, interesting spots in the area or climate.

Golf

Portugal is already a leading destinationfor golfers in Europe, and the number ofgolf courses is increasing, as every yearthere are new courses opening.

The many IAGTO awards won by Portugal Golf courses and resorts arethe proof that this is a top destination forgolfers. But when in Portugal, it is worthwhile to visit the many importantmonuments and taste our gastronomy,specially our delightful desserts and ouralways­fresh fish and shellfish.

The incredible 300 days of sunshine peryear and the landscape give to Portugalthe natural conditions the Golf architectsseek and are inspired by.

In addition, it is also possible to combine a city life with Golf, as in many Portuguese cities, like Lisboa and Porto,there are some golf courses within thecity limits.

Easily reached, Portugal is a paradisewhere the golfer can play almost everyday of the year. Every course offers newand surprising landscapes, backed upby excellent services and facilities.

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City Breaks There are many different things to doand to see in Portugal, so we have thepleasure to organize programs of 2 and3 nights in our main cities. We can include many kinds of accommodation,arrival and departure transfers, regularsightseeing tours, and many other services that your clients may require.

Business Individual Traveller As far as the business traveller is concerned, we can take care of all theneeds of an individual traveller – we canprovide not only accommodation butalso transfers, private driver, etc. Everything that a businessman alwayswith a tight schedule may need in Portugal, we will able to provide.

Fly & DriveWe an provide Fly & Drive programs anywhere in continental Portugal. Our services include suggestions and itineraries according to the client request, accommodation in every category and optional activities, as wellas the supplying of all the necessarydocumentation prior to the beginning ofthe Tour. We are also able to providetheme itineraries and special interest tours.

Business Individual Traveller As far as the business traveller is concerned, we can take care of all theneeds of an individual traveller – we canprovide not only accommodation butalso transfers, private driver, etc. Everything that a businessman with atight schedule may need in Portugal, wewill able to provide.

Golf & SportsWe are specialized in Golf, and prepared to suggest and organize anyprogram and accommodation referringGolf. We can also organize many different events for groups, form Pro­Amto other interesting competition, andalso pre­defined group packages, aswell as tailor­made ones – we provideaccommodation, transport, tee times,etc. Golf is a very important issue inPortugal as far as tourism is concernednowadays and we are able to understand your needs and make important suggestions. Please ask usfor our Golf Packages – a very good advantage for our clients! As there aremany other sports that you can practicein Portugal all year round, please contact us in case you are interested intennis, horse riding, hunting, football(soccer), water sports and any othersport. We can suggest to our clients thebest proposal according to the activitythey seek.

FIT’s

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Centre of Portugal3 days / 2 nights

Day 1 ­ Lisboa / Óbidos / Alcobaça / Nazaré / Batalha / AbrantesBy a landscape rich in windmills andfruit trees we arrive to Óbidos (stop), surrounded by medieval walls where wecan admire the harmony of the architecture and taste the famous ginginha (bitter cherry liqueur). Visit Alcobaça (stop) with the first and largestgothic church in Portugal with the tombsof D.Pedro and Inês de Castro, knownby it’s love story. Stopping in Nazaré, atypical fishing village. We continue toBatalha (stop) ­ visit the Monastery ofSanta Maria de Victoria, a masterpieceof the gothic in Portugal where we canfind the tomb of Henry the Navigator,the promoter of the discoveries. Afterwe arrive to Fátima (stop), the famous Marian Shrine. Today’s journey ends inAbrantes. Dinner and overnight.

Day 2 ­ Abrantes / Castelo de Vide / Marvão / Estremoz / Évora Breakfast in hotel. Crossing the RiverTejo we drive to the beautiful Castelo deVide (stop), proud of its Jewish quarter.Then the medieval town of Marvão(stop), one of the “white villages of Portugal”, dominated by its castle on themountain watching over the plain andover Spain. Continue to Estremoz(stop), a beautiful town surrounded bywalls with a medieval castle, the heartof a region well known for its remarkable marble quarries and“bonecos” (figurines) of ceramic. Continue to Évora (stop), a living museum of tradition and history, handicrafts and gastronomy – on thewalking tour we not only visit the RomanTemple, the Cathedral, the Giraldosquare, St Francis Church with itsunique Bones Chapel but also we cansee handicraft streets with hand paintedpottery, cork work, copper items andcolourful furniture. In Évora we can alsofeel the perfume and taste of the one ofthe most rich gastronomies of Portugalwith excellent wines. Dinner andOvernight.

Day 3 ­ Évora / Lisboa (+/­130km)Morning at leisure so that you have timeto discover other spots in Évora region.In the afternoon return to Lisboa.

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Fátima2 days / 1 night

Day 1 ­ Lisboa / Fátima Leaving Lisboa, we drive northwardsand arrive at our first point of visit: thebeautiful walled town of Óbidos with itspicturesque streets and the Pousada doCastelo. We then drive to Alcobaça tovisit the 12th century Church with thetombs of D. Pedro and Inês de Castro.For lunch, we go to Nazaré ­ The mostcolourful of Portuguese fishing villages.If possible we go to the Sitio to have apanoramic view of the beach and the village. In the afternoon we visit theBatalha Monastery, a masterpiece ofthe Gothic style considered a World Heritage by UNESCO. Arrival at Hotel inFátima. Evening free (to eventually assist mass service). Fátima ­ Dinner(Full Board programme), accommodation at hotel.

Day 2 ­ Fátima / LisboaAfter breakfast at hotel, day at disposalfor activities of a personal nature in Fátima, centre of Christian Faith and alocal of World Pilgrimage, to visit thechurch where the tombstones of Lucia,Jacinta and Francisco are, as well asthe Chapel of Apparitions, heart of theShrine. You will have time to assist amass. At the end of the day we will return to Lisboa through the colourful farming region.

End of our services.

RoundtripsFIT’S from LisboaCentre of Portugal and Fátima

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Day 1 ­ Lisboa / Óbidos / Alcobaça /Nazaré / Batalha / Fátima / Leiria (+/­ 217Km)By a landscape rich in windmills andfruit trees we arrive to Óbidos (stop), surrounded by medieval walls where wecan admire the harmony of the architecture and taste the famous ginginha (bitter cherry liqueur). Visit Alcobaça (stop) with the first and largestgothic church in Portugal with the tombsof D. Pedro and Inês de Castro, knownby their love story. Stopping in Nazaré(stop), a typical fishing village. We continue to Batalha (stop) ­ visit theMonastery of Santa Maria de Victoria, amasterpiece of the gothic in Portugalwhere we can find the tomb of Henrythe Navigator, the promoter of the discoveries. After we arrive to Fátima(stop), the famous Marian Shrine.Today’s journey ends in Leiria ­ Dinnerand overnight.

Day 2 ­ Leiria / Conimbriga / Coimbra/Buçaco / Aveiro / Porto (+/­246Km) Breakfast at the hotel. Departure towards Conimbriga (stop) visiting theruins of the ancient roman town, famousby its wonderful mosaics. Drive to Coimbra (stop) – visit of the University,one of the oldest in the world, with itsmagnificent baroque library and itsunique atmosphere characterised by ancient traditions and customs such asthe black cape of the students and themelancholic fado music. Stop at StClara Church, where lies the tomb ofQueen St. Isabel, the protagonist of the“miracle of the roses”. In the centre youcan admire the exclusive ceramic of Coimbra. In the afternoon we shall drive

through the luxuriant forest of Buçaco(stop), area made up of a selection ofrare trees and plants of exotic beauty,where was built a charming and romantic hotel, before a royal huntinglodge. Continue to Aveiro (stop), city ofthe canals, where you shall see theboats “moliceiros” and taste the localsweets “ovos moles”. Drive to Porto –Dinner and overnight.

Day 3 ­ Porto (+/­ 25km)Breakfast at the hotel. Morning city tourof Porto (stop), the second largest cityin Portugal located near the mouth ofDouro River. Our visit includes the Palácio da Bolsa (the Chamber of Commerce) with its splendorous Arabian Hall; the S. Francisco Churchwith its the overwhelmed guilt carvedwood decoration; a walk along theRibeira, one of most picturesque quarters of Porto; visit a Port Wine Cellar and wine tasting. The afternoonis free so that you may enjoy somemore time in Porto. Dinner andovernight.

Day 4 ­ Porto / Guimarães / Braga / Barcelos / Porto (+/­178Km)Breakfast at the hotel. Full day tour tothe Minho, the northwest region of Portugal that offers natural greensceneries and the sparkling “greenwine”. Starting by Guimarães (stop) ­the cradle of the nation, birthplace of thefirst King of Portugal, where, walkingalong the historic centre, for momentsone is plunged back into medievaltimes. Visit the Sacred Hill, crowned bythe Castle, as well the Palace of theDukes of Bragança, which original

building dates back to the 15th centuries. Drive to Braga (stop) knownfor its concentration of religious architecture, as the oldest Cathedral ofthe country, and the Bom Jesus doMonte Sanctuary with famous baroquestairway and gardens. After we shallcontinue to Barcelos (stop), an historicalcity rich in popular handicraft where theGalo de Barcelos (the rooster of Barcelos) legend was born becoming,the rooster, a Portuguese icon. Returnto Porto. Dinner and overnight.

Day 5 ­ Porto / Amarante / Vila Real /Douro Valley / Lamego / Viseu / Urgeiriça (+/­254Km)Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Amarante (stop), a pretty town proud ofSão Gonçalo known for the promotionof love and marriage were themonastery facing the river houses histomb and his lively bustling marketwhere you can find fruit, vegetables,chickens, cloths, and an immense variety of other popular items. After,drive to Vila Real (stop) – visiting thegardens of the manor of Mateus, whichfaçade is still depicted on the well­known Portuguese Rosé wine bottles. Then we enter in the Port wineregion, travelling through the vineyardsand the breathtaking landscapes of theDouro Valley. Lamego (stop), overlooked by one of Portugal's mostimportant shrines: N. S. Remédios withits magnificent baroque style staircase.Continue to the mountainous hinterland to Viseu (stop), centre of theDão Vineyards and a city connectedwith Portugal´s oldest hero, Viriato, the Lusitanian chief. In the shadow of the

RoundtripsFIT’S from Lisboa

Portugal in 10 days

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Cathedral, narrow streets and doorwayswith coats of arms carved in granitemake up the ancient town of Viseu.Along the centre we find a busycommercial area. Arrival at Urgeiriça.Dinner and overnight.

Day 6 ­ Urgeiriça / Serra da Estrela /Castelo Branco / Castelo de Vide / Estremoz (+/­303Km)Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to the heartof Portugal, through the beauty of theEstrela Mountain Range(stop), the highest point of continental Portugal, aworld of shepherds and their flocks, famous for its cheese, snows andharsh, irregular landscape, where youshall have the opportunity to admire thelocal handicraft (leather and woollen articles). Continue to Castelo Branco(stop), with its baroque garden andstaircases of the Kings, and embroidered quilts. In the afternoonbreak in the beautiful Castelo de Vide(stop), an enchanting small town withthe ancient Jewish Quarter with itswhite­washed houses. Continue to Estremoz. Dinner and overnight.

Day 7 ­ Estremoz / Évora (+/­ 40 Km)Breakfast at the hotel. Estremoz (stop)– well known for its remarkable marble quarries and “bonecos” (figurines) of ceramic, is a beautiful town surroundedby walls with a medieval castle. Continue to Évora (stop), a living museum of tradition and history, handicrafts and gastronomy – on thewalking tour we not only visit the RomanTemple, the Cathedral, Giraldo squareand St Francis Church with its uniqueBones Chapel, but also we can see

handicraft streets, where you can find agreat variety of items, such as the handpainted pottery, cork work, copper itemsand the colourful furniture. Évora is perfect place to taste the delicious Alentejo cuisine that puts a touch of creativity and imagination into everydish, where the odours are wisely transformed into tastes completed withfruity whites and the mouth filling redwines. Dinner and overnight.

Day 8 ­ Évora / Silves / Alvor (+/­250Km)Breakfast in hotel. Part of the morningat leisure in Évora, and then driving southward passing Beja (stop) were thehighest tower of Portuguese Medieval castles dominates the town and the region. Crossing small mountains weenter in the Algarve. By fields of orangetrees we arrive to Silves (stop), therenowned town dominated by its redsandstone castle dating back mainly toMoorish times and by the memory of isformer cork industry. Continue to thegolden sands of the Algarve passing byPraia da Rocha to Alvor. Dinner andOvernight.

Day 9 ­ Alvor / Ponta da Piedade / Sagres / Cabo de S. Vicente / Lagos /Alvor (+/­140 km)Breakfast at the hotel. The Algarve hasthe call of the sea that led to the discovery of the New World. Stop inPonta da Piedade (stop) and admire themagnificent view over the AtlanticOcean, and cliffs whose shapes havebeen sculpted by the erosive action ofboth the sea and time. Continue toSagres (stop), a fishing port, for a visit

to the fortress was the mythical“navigation school” forever linked withthe presence of Prince Henry the Navigator during the first days of Atlantic navigation and the discovery ofthe African coast. Proceeding along thecliffs to Cabo São Vincente (stop), thesouth westernmost point in Europe. Thecity of Lagos (stop), a cosmopolitantown with marina and fishing port whereyou can taste the delicious Algarvedishes, such as the fish and shellfishcooked in a copper pan (cataplana), ­never forgetting the fine sweets such asthe famous marzipans, almond and figcakes. Return to the hotel, where, theafternoon at leisure invites you to take adip in the warm sea Alvor. Dinner andovernight.

Day 10 ­ Alvor / Setúbal / Serra da Arrábida / Lisboa (+/­330km)A last look at the water while travellingalong the coast, to say farewell to the Algarve. The return trip to Lisboa willtake you by the city of Setubal (stop), amajor port and industrial centre on thenorth bank of the Sado estuary. Thenthe scenic route over the ArrábidaMountain Range, an area preserved asa Natural Park, with an amazingscenery and unique vegetation at thegates of Lisbon, and savour the sweeping views of the Tróia Peninsula.Crossing the bridge over the Tejo River,arrival to Lisboa.

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RoundtripsFIT’S from LisboaPortugal in 10 days

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HD Tourist LisboaDiscover our magnificent city. We wouldlike to unveil our history and traditionstaking you to the Monuments of the Portuguese Discoveries, our most typical quarter and emblematic city museum. Don’t lose this great introduction to Lisboa. Major Sights: Jerónimos’ Monastery*,Tower of Belem, Monument to the Discoveries, Royal Coaches Museum*,Alfama e Rossio. * Closed on Monday replaced by Palacio da Ajuda or Fundação Medeiros e Almeida. Includes: Guided visits, Coach Museum entrance & Porto Wine Tasting. Languages: Portuguese, English,French*, Italian*, German** & Spanish** *Only at 14.30 **Only at 9.00

HD Sintra, Roca Cape, Cascais andEstorilCome and discover with us this magnificent village where the RoyalFamily used to live during the summer.A charming region, where you will also admire Europe’s Westernmost point(Cabo da Roca), the incredible Boca doInferno, the Cosmopolitan Cascais andthe Casino Estoril gardens. Major Sights: Palace of Sintra*, Caboda Roca**, Boca do Inferno, Guincho,Cascais & Estoril. * Replaced by Palácio de Queluz ** From 1st March till31st October. Includes: Guided visits & Sintra Palace entrance.Languages: Portuguese, English, German & Spanish.

HD Pena Palace and SintraVisit the most complete and notable example of Portuguese architecture inthe Romantic period. It stands on one ofthe rocky peaks of the Serra de Sintra,and blends in a surprisingly fortunatemanner with its natural background ofgreenery and crags, testifying to theaesthetic potentialities of the project.You will still have some free time to visitSintra’s village. Major Sights: Pena Palace & Sintra. Includes: Guided visits, Pena Palace entrance & ‘tramway’ transport to thePalace. Languages: Portuguese, English,French***, Italian***, German** & Spanish** ***Only at 9.00 **Only at 14.30

HD FátimaCentre of Christian Faith and a local ofworld pilgrimage, Fatima is visited bythousands of people each year. We willvisit the Basilica where the Tombstonesof Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta are,Holly Trinity Church as well as theChapel of Apparitions. Time to attendMass and visit other places related withthe history of the Apparitions and the lifeof the Shepherds. Major Sights: Fatima Sanctuary, Aljustrel, Valinhos e Loca do Anjo. Includes: Guided visits. Languages: Portuguese, English, Italian & Spanish.

HD River CruiseA mini cruise is a real must in order toenjoy Lisboa, a city overlooking theriver. Major Sights: Lisboa bridge, City Centre, Monument to the Discoveries,Belém Tower. Includes: Hotel Pick­up, Cruise Ticket. Languages: Portuguese, English &Spanish.

FD Óbidos, Nazaré, Fátima, Alcobaçaand BatalhaA day along Portuguese historical landmarks (3 of the Portuguese 7 wonders). Lose track of time in a Medieval village, admire the amazinggothic churches and have lunch at themost typical Portuguese fishing village.End the day in Fatima, centre of catholicfaith and world pilgrimage.Major Sights: Fátima, Óbidos, Batalha, Alcobaça e Nazaré. Includes: Guided visits & lunch at anOcean view an Restaurant.Languages: Portuguese, English,French, German & Spanish.

FD Sintra LuxuryA luxury day… Enter in the fantasy of abeautiful romantic Palace and wanderaround the charming Sintra village,where you will have lunch. Leave to Colares on tramway* and then appreciate the view from Europe’s westernmost point. End the day alongthe coast, passing by Cascais & Estoril. Major Sights: Pena Palace, Sintra, Colares, Cabo da Roca, Guincho, Bocado Inferno, Cascais & Estoril.

Optional toursFIT’S from LisboaFull and Half day

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Includes: Guided visits, Pena Palace entrance & ‘tramway’ transport to thePalace, Tramcar and lunch. Languages: Portuguese, English,French, German & Spanish.

FD Évora e AzeitãoAlong the rolling landscape of Alentejo,we pass by fields of Olive trees, corktrees and vineyards, to find the charming town of Évora, World Heritageof Unesco. By the richness of his history, architecture, gastronomy andhandicraft, we are taken to a variety oftimes, styles, flavours, smells, coloursand shapes. End the day with a winetaste at a Century wine cellar in Azeitão. Major Sights: Roman Temple, Cathedral, Bones Chapel, University &Market, Wine Cellar. Includes: Guided visits, lunch inÉvora’s Historical Centre, Wine Tasting. Languages: Portuguese, English,French & Spanish.

Lisboa by NightExperience an unforgettable evening. Admire the city’s main monuments bynight. The intimacy of the Fado house isthe best way to enjoy this music. Therewill be a typical Portuguese dinnerserved and you will still have time towatch one of the most traditional dances – the Folklore. Major Sights: Lisboa Centre, Monument to the Discoveries, Fado &Folklore. Includes: Guided visits, Dinner, Pick­Up & Drop­Off.Languages: Portuguese, English &Spanish.

HD Porto TourThe beautiful Capital of the North of Portugal at it's best…Major Sights: Mouth of Douro River, Cathedral, Old quarters, ClérigosChurch, Port Wine Cellars & Passageby D.Luis I bridge.Includes: Guided visits, entries & wine tasting.Languages: Portuguese, English,French & Spanish.

FD DouroA landscape you will always remember!Major Sights: Amarante, São GonçaloChurch, Lamego (Historical Centre & Remédios Sanctuary), Wine Tasting at alocal producer & Pinhão.Includes: Guided visits, lunch & wine tasting.Languages: Portuguese, English,French & Spanish.

FD MinhoThis northern region is the capital of theBaroque and the Romanic.Major Sights: Guimarães (Castle &World Heritage), Braga (Historical Centre & Cathedral) & Bom Jesus (Gardens & Sanctuary).Includes: Guided visits, lunch withpanoramic view & wine tasting.Languages: Portuguese, English,French & Spanish.

Porto by nightThe panoramic views are breathtaking!Major Sights: Panoramic view throughthe city & Dinner with Fado Music show.Includes: Guided panoramic visit, Dinner & Fado Show.Languages: Portuguese, English,French & Spanish.

Optional toursFIT’S from Lisboa and PortoFull and Half day

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City Tours For groups we can suggest short stays– city breaks – for groups that include accommodation, bus transportation, official guide services, monuments entrance fees, meals, etc.

Escorted Tours We can also suggest escorted tours forgroups of different number of participants, with programs all over continental Portugal. Our services caninclude itinerary suggestions accordingto the clients needs, accommodation inevery categories of Hotels and every optional activity, and also we will supplyall the necessary documentation in advance. We can also suggest ThemeTours for special interest groups, likewine & gastronomy, historical interest,architecture, horses breeding, Corkcycle of production, etc.

Business Individual Traveller As far as Business travel are concerned, we can arrange any requirement that the individual travellerneeds – we can provide not only accommodation but also transfers, private English speaking driver, amongothers. Everything that a businessman,always with a tight schedule may needin Portugal, we will able to provide.

Company MeetingsIs it time to put together some membersof the company and have an important meeting – what’s best than take theminto a pleasant place with good weather conditions and the right environment foran informal meeting? Portugal is a fantastic destination to make a meeting either for the members of the board, forsales, for strategy or planning, or just for team­building. The Hotel conditions inevery main city of Portugal are perfectfor these events and can provide all theneeded services and competitive prices.Contact us in order to have a proposalaccording to your needs – our offer isvery diverse and we can help your clientguaranteeing that everything runs perfectly and that we can make our jobas good as he does his own!

Incentive Trips We all know as how much important an incentive trip can be – to reward thebest employees, to motivate a team orto launch a new product or marketing action. Your clients invest a lot in theseevents and it is only natural that they expect it to be perfect! Also do we! Wecan guarantee you the great qualityservice that you need – and there’s a lotof possibilities all over Portugal! Be sureof your success assuring your clientssatisfaction – we do can help you in thismission.

Congresses & ConventionsIn Portugal we have cities able to welcome great international events. The infrastructures are excellent – comfortable hotels, the right spaces forthe making of events, experienced staff – everything you need to achieve asuccessful event. From the modern convention centres to the traditionalmeeting spaces, we have it all to makeyour convention or congress an unforgettable one!

GroupsCorporate

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Day 1 ­ LisboaArrival at Lisboa Airport. Welcome by a Portugal Holidays representative. Transfer to the Hotel.

Day 2 ­ Lisbon Breakfast at the Hotel. HD city tour ofLisboa including the Church of the Hieronymittes Monastery, the RoyalCoaches Museum, and tasting of a delicious "Pastel de Belém" at thisunique old Café. Time at leisure forlunch. In the afternoon, HD tour of Sintra including a visit to the formerSummer Royal Palace. At Cape ofRoca, visit of the westernmost point ofContinental Europe. Cascais: free timeat the centre of this fishing and touristvillage. Passing through Estoril and itsgardens and beautiful houses, return tothe Hotel in Lisboa.

Day 3 ­ Lisboa / ViseuBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure towards the North, passing by Óbidos tovisit this charming medieval town andtaste the famous "ginginha". Continuation through Alcobaça (visit ofthe church of the Monastery), Nazaré(visit of this famous fishing village) andCoimbra (visit of the historical centreand the oldest University of Portugal).Upon arrival at Viseu, short sightseeing tour and accommodation.

Day 4 ­ Viseu / PortoBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure fromViseu to Porto. Visit of the second townof Portugal, including the most important places, and a visit with winetasting at a Port Wine Cellar. Afternoonat leisure. Accommodation.

Day 5 ­ PortoBreakfast at the Hotel. Visit of the northernmost province of Portugal: thegreen Minho. Tour of Guimarães, Bragaand wine tasting in a Vinho Verde production unit. Return to Porto for accommodation at the Hotel.

Day 6 ­ Porto / LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Porto / Fátima:visit of the most important sanctuary of Portugal. In Tomar, visit of the historical centre and the Convent of Christ, former Seat of the Knights of the Temple. Upon arrival at Lisboa, accommodation at theHotel.

Day 7 ­ LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Drive to Azeitãofor a wine tasting and visit of a wine production company. Continue toSetúbal, with time for leisure in the centre of the 3rd town of Portugal andvisit to the Fortress of S. Filipe to admire the beautiful view over the Atlantic Ocean. At Évora, visit of the historically most important city of theSouth of Portugal. Accommodation atthe Hotel in Lisbon.

Day 8 ­ LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Transfer to the Airport.

End of our services.

RoundtripsEscorted Tour (groups)A glance of Portugal

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Day 1 ­ LisboaArrival at Lisboa Airport. Welcome by a Portugal Holidays representative. Transfer to the Hotel.

Day 2 ­ LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Visit of Lisboa including the Lisboa Synagogue (if permission granted) and other sites ofthe capital important for the Jewish Diaspora. Accommodation in Lisboa.

Day 3 ­ Lisboa / Castelo de VideBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure toÉvora to visit the Museum­City. The historical centre is World heritage declared by the UNESCO. Continuationtowards Estremoz to admire this charming village and its magnificentCastle and then we will proceed toCastelo de Vide, to see the old Jewishquarter, the Synagogue and the castle. Accommodation in Castelo de Vide.

Day 4 ­ Castelo de Vide / BelmonteBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure toMarvão to see this medieval village allcircled by the Castle's walls and enjoy alittle walk in its streets with white housesand flowers. Continuation to CasteloBranco to visit this town in the heart ofthe mountains of Portugal. Arrival to Belmonte to visit this town famous for itsJewish History. Visit of the Jewish Museum and possibility to visit the Synagogue, considered one of the mostactive in Portugal. Accommodation in Belmonte.

Day 5 ­ Belmonte / PortoBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure toViseu to visit the Cathedral and historical centre of this town. Continuation to Porto to visit the townand the cellars of Port Wine (wine tasting included). Accommodation inPorto.

Day 6 ­ Porto / LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure to Coimbra to visit the oldest University of Portugal and the centre of this importanttown, former capital of the country. Departure to Tomar to visit the Castle, former seat of the Order of the Templein Portugal, the historical centre and the Jewish quarter with the medieval Synagogue. Continuation to Lisboa for accommodation.

Day 7 ­ LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Transfer to Lisboa Airport.

End of our services.

RoundtripsEscorted Tour (groups)

The Jews in Portugal

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Day 1 ­ LisboaArrival at Lisboa Airport. Welcome by a Portugal Holidays representative. Transfer to a centrally located Hotel.

Day 2 ­ LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. HD city tour of Lisboa including the Church of the Hieronymittes Monastery, the RoyalCoaches Museum, and tasting of a delicious "Pastel de Belém" at thisunique old Café. Time at leisure forlunch. In the afternoon, HD tour of Sintra including a visit to the formerSummer Royal Palace. At Cape ofRoca, visit of the westernmost point ofContinental Europe. Cascais: free timeat the centre of this fishing and touristvillage. Passing through Estoril and itsgardens and beautiful houses, return tothe Hotel in Lisboa.

Day 3 ­ Lisboa / MadridBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure toÉvora, the Museum­City, and drivealong Elvas and Toledo. Upon arrival atMadrid, accommodation at the Hotel.

Day 4 ­ MadridBreakfast at the Hotel. Visit of Madrid,Spain’s capital, a vibrant city, where history and development are alwayspresent. Afternoon at leisure. Accommodation at the Hotel.

Day 5 ­ Madrid / GuardaBreakfast at the Hotel. Leaving Madrid,drive along Burgos, Valladolid and Salamanca. Upon arrival at Guarda, accommodation at the Hotel.

Day 6 ­ Guarda / PortoBreakfast at the Hotel. Departure toViseu. After a short sightseeing tour,continue to Régua, one of the mostbeautiful regions of Portugal. Upon arrival at Porto, accommodation at theHotel.

Day 7 ­ PortoBreakfast at the Hotel. Visit of the second town of Portugal, including themost important places, and a visit withwine tasting at a Port Wine Cellar. Afternoon at leisure. Accommodation atthe Hotel.

Day 8 ­ PortoBreakfast at the Hotel. Full Day Tour toBraga, one of the most traditional citiesof Portugal, and Guimarães, birthplaceof our Nation. Return to Porto. Accommodation.

Day 09 ­ Porto / LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Drive to Coimbra. Visit of the historical centreand the oldest University of Portugal.Continue to Lisboa. Upon arrival, accommodation.

Day 10 ­ LisboaBreakfast at the Hotel. Transfer to Lisboa Airport.

End of our services.

RoundtripsEscorted Tour (groups)Iberian Highlights

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HD LisboaDrive down Avenida da Liberdade toRossio and Alfama, the oldest quarter(stop for a wine tasting in an handicraftstore). Then drive along the River­sideto admire Commerce Square, stoppingat Belém Tower and Monument to theDiscoveries. Visit of JerónimosMonastery (church), and to the RoyalCoaches Museum, (if closed, visits willbe replaced).

FD LisboaA complete visit of the capital of Portugal, including, besides the itineraryof the Half Day city tour, a visit of theOceanário (Aquarium) and some freetime to visit the Parque das Nações, thesite where was held the Expo98; passing by the other new areas of thecity, including the business district, therestored bullfight ring, the shopping centres and the football stadiums; theright tour to have a complete idea of the contemporary Lisboa.

Lisboa by night with fado dinnerA night excursion is a different experience from the regular city tour because of the city lights that are beautiful specially by the river. Dinner ata typical restaurant with folk dances andFado show. Return to the Hotel.

Casino Estoril with dinner and showEscape from the city in the evening in direction to the cosmopolitan Estoril, to admire this beautiful seaside resort. Dinner at one of the biggest Casinos inEurope, and assistance to the international floor show.

FD Óbidos, Nazaré, Batalha andFátimaDrive northwards to Óbidos, its picturesque streets and Castle. Alcobaça: visit the Church and thetombs of Pedro and Inês. Nazaré ­ Themost famous of Portuguese fishing villages. Visit to Batalha Monastery (aGothic Style Jewel), and finally to Fátima ­ Centre of world pilgrimage. Religious services can be attendedeventually. Drive back to Lisbon throughthe colourful farming region.

FD Queluz, Sintra and EstorilEstoril coast (glimpse of the Casino andits gardens), Cascais (glimpse of thefishing port), Boca do Inferno, Guincho,Cabo da Roca (the westernmost pointof Europe), Colares (region’s wine), Sintra: Free Time and visit of the RoyalPalace; Queluz Palace: visit of this former Summer residence of the Portuguese Kings, in Baroque Style.Return to Lisboa.

FD Évora and EstremozAfter crossing the old Bridge over theTagus, drive across the world’s largestcork region for an exciting journey intothe past. In Évora, capital of the Alentejo, visit to the ruins of the RomanTemple, the Romanesque Gothic Cathedral and the Bones Chapel. Awalk along its streets will help you toenjoy this typical town considered World Heritage. Driving back to Lisboa goingthrough Estremoz, a charming villagewith a medieval castle built in Marble,the stone that made this town famous.

FD Azeitão, Sesimbra and SetúbalCrossing the old bridge over the Tagus,visit of the statue to Christ, to admire abeautiful view over the whole region ofLisbon. Continuation to Azeitão, to visitand taste the wines at one of the mostimportant wine producers of Portugal;continuation to Sesimbra to visit thisfishing village; passing by Arrabida region, reach Setubal, the 3rd Port ofPortugal; continuing to Palmela, to admire the medieval Castle once theseat of the Order of St. James of theSword. Return to Lisboa by the newBridge Vasco da Gama.

Optional toursGroups from Lisboa

Full and Half day

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ORGANISATION The technical organisation of the tours on this brochure has been madeby CLUBE VIAJAR ‐ Viagens e Turismo, Lda., located in Porto, with the constituency No.503542016, with an investment capital of 250.000 €, registered in the CRC. of Porto withthe commercial No. 06513, and at DGT, as Tour Operator, with the license No. RNAVT2146

INSCRIPTION When making the Inscription, the Client must pay 25% of the total amountof the tour, settling the outstanding 75% up to 21 days before the departure date. If theinscription is made 21 days or less from the departure date, the total amount of the tourmust be paid for in full upon the inscription, subject to the confirmation of all services bythe suppliers. If the payment is not made under the terms above mentioned, the organising agency reserves the right to cancel the inscription.

CANCELLATIONS If the Client or any of accompanying persons cancels the inscription,they will be obliged to pay all related charges and fees, as well as a percentage that canreach up top 15% of the total price of the tour. Being the case, the Client will be reimbursed for the difference between the already made payment and the above mentioned amounts.

FORFEIT OF THE INSCRIPTION The Client is entitled to forfeit the inscription to any otherperson who fulfils all the requirements for the tour, as long as the travel agency is informed within 3 days previous to the departure date, and as long as the services andsupplying entities accept the substitution. The cancellation of the inscription is responsibility of both the cancelling part as well as the beneficiary, regarding the payment of the tour and any additional costs that may occur.

CHANGES Whenever it's possible, if a Client wishes to change the inscription made for acertain tour to another tour, or the same but with a different departure date, must pay atax for the alteration. However, if the alterations take place 21 days or less from the departure date for which the Client has made the initial inscription, or if the suppliers ofthe services don't accept the change, it will be subjected to the fees and taxes mentionedin "Cancellations".

ALTERATIONS Whenever there are reasons that justify it, the organising agency may alterthe order of the tours, modify the departure hours or replace any of the previewed hotelsby other of similar classification, without any compensation or refund to the Client. If thetours are suspended by unpredicted circumstances, the Clients will always have the rightto the refund of the paid amounts.

PRICE ALTERATIONS The prices for the programs mentioned in this brochure are based onthe cost of the services and exchanging taxes at the time of its printing, being subject tothe alterations as a result of variation in the cost of transportation or fuel, of rights, taxesand fluctuation in exchange rate fees. Whenever there is a change, the Client will immediately be informed and asked to accept or not the alteration, within a pre‐established period of time, in order to confirm or cancel the inscription under thesame terms and conditions mentioned in "Impossibility of Accomplishment".

IMPOSSIBILITY OF ACCOMPLISHMENT If the organising agency is by any means confronted with the impossibility of fulfilling any of its tours, by reasons for which can'tbe held up responsible, the Client has the right to give up of the tour, being immediatelyreimbursed of all the amounts paid for or, as an alternative, to accept an alteration andeventual variation in price. If the referred reasons determine the cancellation of the tour,the Client can also choose to participate in another organised tour with equivalent price.If the tour proposed to the Client has a lower price, the Client will be refunded for the difference.

DOCUMENTATION The Client must have all the documentation in order (Passport or IDCard, authorisation for minors, Visas an Vaccination Certificates, if required). The citizensof the European Community do not need Visas to enter in Portugal or Spain. All passportholders of different nationalities should contact their nearest Consulate Services of bothPortugal and Spain, in order to overcome and confirm the necessary documentation applicable to their entry. The organising agency declines any responsibility for the non‐acceptance of Visas or the entry of the clients in the above mentioned countrieswhich are the basis of the programs on this brochure. Therefore, all the conditions established for cancellation are applicable, being of the Client's responsibility the payment of any charge or fee.

LUGGAGE The luggage and any other personal items that the passengers take with themare not covered by the responsibility of this contract. It is fundamental that the passengers maintain with them all luggage and personal belongings, no matter in whichpart of the bus they travel in, being of their own risk and responsibility. It is advisable thatinsurance be made for all luggage and also that Clients be present when luggage is beingboth put in and taken out of the bus.

DEPARTURE AND ARRIVAL TIMES For tours made totally or partially by bus, all times indicated in the brochure are approximated times. In all means of transportation theagency reserves the right for delays that may result from technical reasons or other reasons related both with the means of transportation as well as with the transportingcompanies.

CONDITIONS FOR CHILDREN Unless there are different conditions duly specified in thetour, all children under the age of 2 (as long as they don't occupy a seat on the transportation means and their parents or accompanying persons pay for all the servicesboth in the hotel and restaurants, etc.) are entitled to a discount of 90%. Children between the ages of 2 and under 12 usually benefit from a 25% discount of the total costof the tour as long as they share the room with the parents or accompanying persons.Some tours, due its specificity, may have other conditions, not coinciding with theseabove mentioned. You must always ask the information regarding conditions for children.

REIMBURSEMENT After commencing a tour no reimbursement will be paid for any service the Client has not used. The non accomplishment of any service foreseen on thetour by non imputable causes to the organising agency, in case of not being possible itssubstitution for similar ones, entitles the Client the right to be reimbursed for the difference of price between the given service and the foreseen service.

COMPLAINTS Complaints will only be considered by written letter to the agency wherethe reservation and payment were made in no more than 20 days after the tour hasended. These complaints, in agreement with the European Community Council Directives, shall only be considered if both they have been participated to the suppliers ofthe services (hotels, guides, local agents, etc.) during the duration of the tour or stay. Thenecessary documentation from these entities will be necessary to prove these complaints.

RESPONSIBILITY The responsibility of the organising agency of the tours published in thisbrochure and of all the obligations that were assumed is guaranteed by an insurance ofcivil responsibility and by a caution, under the terms of the current legislation. The priceson the brochure also include the VAT applicable at the time of the reservation.

NOTE The present general conditions may be altered by other specification as long asagreed upon by both parties.

VALIDITY This program is valid from the 1st January to the 31st December 2015.

PORTUGAL HOLIDAYSRua Damião de Góis, 21 ‐ 4050‐225 Porto

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