Moon Portugal: With Madeira & the Azores

• Strategic, flexible itineraries including a two-week tour of the best of Portugal, a five-day trip to charming villages, and more
• Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Relax on a beach sipping vinho verde and snacking on freshly grilled sardines (a Portuguese classic!). Shop for hand-painted tiles or authentic leather goods, visit the famous Port wine cellars, or browse contemporary galleries and museums along Lisbon's cosmopolitan avenues. Savor a romantic meal on cobblestone esplanades and catch a traditional fado show in an intimate bar. Explore the Roman ruins in Évora, trek majestic mountain ranges, cruise the Sado River, or soak in a volcanic hot spring
• Trusted local advice from long-time Portugal resident Carrie-Marie Bratley
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Background information on Portugal's landscape, history, and cultural customs
• In-depth coverage of Lisbon, the Algarve, the Alentejo, Porto and Northern Portugal, Coimbra and Central Portugal, and the Azores and Madeira
• Handy tools such as visa information, a Portuguese phrasebook, and tips for traveling with children or as a senior

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