Think Portugal, think welcoming cities, stunning coastlines and irresistibly good pastéis de nata. Wander through Lisbon’s Alfama district, explore the vineyards of the Douro Valley and admire the cliffs of the Algarve. With views like these, you’ll want to stop for a while. If there happens to be a terrace too, all the better.
A tailor-made journey through Portugal introduces you to delicious food, rich, earthy wines and cities where Baroque charm reaches right down to the cobblestones. From the whitewashed villages of the Alentejo to the lush landscapes of Madeira and the volcanic islands of the Azores, each stop gives you another reason to fall for Portugal. Come for the rugged coast, return for everything you’ll miss once you leave.
When the scarves come out of our wardrobes, Portugal beckons for an autumn or winter holiday. Stroll along the wide beaches of the Algarve, explore Lisbon at your leisure or follow the levadas through Madeira’s lush landscapes. The weather varies by region and you may get the occasional shower, but that’s a handy excuse to give the local menu a little more attention. With Caractère, travel at your own pace, with lovely hotels and room for spontaneous stops along the way. Because a trip full of discoveries doesn’t need a jam-packed schedule.
