Day overview
Leave Lisbon behind and head north to the small hill town of Batalha, best known for its ornate gothic monastery built to commemorate Portugal's victory in the infamous battle of Aljubarrota. Visit the historic Monastery of Batalha with free time to wander the grounds. Continue to the medieval capital of Portugal, Coimbra.
Meals included: Breakfast
Today's activities
Check out of your hotel and load your luggage into a private vehicle. Take a relaxing ride up to Batalha.
Visit the Bathala Monastery built to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese over the Castilians at the battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. The elaborate, Gothic-style architecture of this UNESCO site is considered to be one of the masterpieces of the region.
Free time
Take time to wander around the jaw-droppingly gorgeous monastery, or get out and explore the surrounding area.
Later, arrive in Coimbra to check into your hotel. This night's accommodations will be Hotel Astoria Coimbra (or similar)