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LA CORUNA, SPAIN
From the pier we board our awaiting coach to begin our scenic tour of La Coruña, passing by the Gardens of Los Cantones, which were built on reclaimed land. As we pass, we should watch out for the galleries – houses whose windows reflect sunlight and façades were built by fisherman out of wood and glass.
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LA CORUNA, SPAIN
Departing the quayside, we drive towards the village of Betanzos, the Roman village that emerged from old Castros. Upon arrival, we proceed to the Garden of Pasatiempo. This fine work of art by the García Naveira brothers materialises their impressions of their abundant travels.
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LA CORUNA, SPAIN
This excursion gives us the opportunity to visit La Coruña and the famous village of Betanzos.
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LA CORUNA, SPAIN
During the Middle Ages, there were three main places of pilgrimage for Christianity: Rome, Jerusalem and Santiago de Compostela. A visit to the shrine of St James (Santiago), Patron Saint of Spain, entitles us to wear the cockleshell emblem in the company of perhaps half a million pilgrims a year.
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LISBON, PORTUGAL
Perhaps one of the most surprising monuments, and particularly beautiful when seen from the river, is the memorial to Prince Henry – the mastermind navigator behind Portugal’s voyages of exploration and subsequent wealth.
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LISBON, PORTUGAL
After re-crossing the bridge back into Lisbon, we continue with a visit to the Church of the Jeronimos Monastery – a 16th century architectural masterpiece designed in the Gothic-Manueline style.
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LISBON, PORTUGAL
Once in the centre of the lively resort of Cascais we can admire the attractive bay or sit in one of the fashionable outdoor cafés and watch the world go by.
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LISBON, PORTUGAL
The origins of this quaint little town, rising majestically above the lovely Gaeiras vineyards, are obscured in history, but may date back as far as 308 BC.
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LISBON, PORTUGAL
We drive along the famous Avenida da Liberdade (Avenue of Liberty) to Rossio Square, to see the Santa Justa Elevator, designed by Eiffel, and Praça do Comercio (Black Horse Square), which is considered to be one of the most impressive squares in Lisbon.
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LISBON, PORTUGAL
Next we travel to the outside of the city, to the site of the EXPO 98 World Exhibition to visit the main attraction here, the spectacular Oceanarium. Designed by American architect Peter Chermayeff, it is the largest Oceanarium in Europe and features sea life found in the world’s greatest oceans.
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LISBON, PORTUGAL
Take a tour with a difference, around the inlands of Serra Sintra.
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LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
The attraction of Oporto, Portugal’s second largest city, lies in its workday atmosphere.
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LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
Take a tour around Quint Da Aveleda, a farm located in the region known as Vinho Verde (green wine).
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LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
The Oporto that we shall see today dates mainly from the 18th century, when trade was booming and merchants financed fine houses for themselves. We will have the chance to see some of the city’s finest buildings on this tour.
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LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
For those who have visited Oporto before or just prefer to do their own thing, this tour is perfect.
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LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
Today Braga is known for its historic buildings, monuments, gardens and fountains.
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PORTIMAO, PORTUGAL
This leisurely tour provides us with a glimpse into historic Lagos, the magnificent Ponta da Piedade coastline and the resort hideaway of Carvoeiro.
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PORTIMAO, PORTUGAL
Explore Lagos- the once capital of the Algarve – as well as the historical Sagres and Cape St. Vincent – the most southwesterly point of mainland Europe.
