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Portugal
Picture-perfect scenery and charming cities await

From tiny coves to remote, rugged coastline, Portugal has much to offer

For a relatively small country, Portugal has a diverse landscape, with gorgeous coastlines and heritage towns, along with some truly delicious cuisine. Take your pick from calm sheltered coves and busy beaches to places where Atlantic waves crash ashore. Travel north to Porto and on to vineyards zig-zagging up the hills of the Douro valley. Head to vibrant Lisbon with its lively cafés and fado bars. Or maybe go south for a relaxed Mediterranean vibe. Let Cosa find the perfect Portugal for you.

The city of Lisbon has a range of Leisure options
where it is

Where it is

Southern Europe

When to go

When to go

March to November

Why go there

Why go there

Great beaches
Historic towns
Lovely scenery

what to see

What to see

Lisbon
Douro Valley
Sintra

The Lisbon trams are one of the best ways to move around Lisbon

Trams and tarts in Lisbon

The Lisbon trams are one of the best ways to move around Lisbon

Taking the yellow tram that trundles up Lisbon’s hills is one of the capital’s delights. Indulging in a traditional custard tart is another. Let us indulge you.

The Douro Valley is one of the oldest demarcated wine regions in the World and a Unesco World Heritage

The dreamy Douro Valley

The Douro Valley is one of the oldest demarcated wine regions in the World and a Unesco World Heritage

A magical beautiful place where the vines cling to the hillsides, the river flows into the sea and the wine flows easily into your glass.
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Portugal's Algarve region is a sun-soaked land of lush vineyards, with sweeping countryside and beautiful scenery

Down time in the Algarve

Portugal's Algarve region is a sun-soaked land of lush vineyards, with sweeping countryside and beautiful scenery

You can play golf on an acclaimed course, stay in a spa, walk along the coast or linger over a seafood lunch in Faro. Tempted?

Sintra in the Lisbon District of Portugal is an enchanting destination with a cheery fairytale atmosphere

Discover romantic Sintra

Sintra in the Lisbon District of Portugal is an enchanting destination with a cheery fairytale atmosphere

The Pena Palace is a flamboyant fairy-tale place, a strawberry-and-lemon castle perched high up above the pretty town of Sintra.

Enjoy grilled fish with a sea view in Portugal

Travel in Portugal

Enjoy grilled fish with a sea view in Portugal

In addition to its splendid coastlines, Portugal is also rich in heritage towns, with Lisbon and Porto the two must-see cities. We suggest also checking out the old university town of Coimbra or the medieval delights of Evora, historic capital of the Alentejo region. Whether you want to cruise gently along the Douro River, take a scenic road trip across the country, or whizz between destinations on the high-speed Alfa Pendular train, ask us for details. Your perfect Portuguese holiday is waiting for you.

Portugal facts

Portugal (population: 10 million) shares a land border with Spain but it’s the sea that shaped the country. Many Portuguese explorers set off around the world, conquering places like Brazil or Goa. And Portugal also includes the Atlantic Ocean islands of Madeira and the Azores. Alongside tourism, the pulp and paper industry plays an important part in the national economy. Not forgetting the port wine business: there’s no better way to enjoy Portugal than sipping a glass of port by the sea.

How to know the time zone

Time zone

UTC +1

Check the flight time

Flight time

3 hours from Switzerland

local currency

Local currency

Euro

Dial code by country

Dialling code

+351

Portugal