Planet Rail
Porto by First Class Rail & return by air
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Planet Rail · Tailor-made rail holiday
Lisbon by First Class Rail & return by air
Experience Portugal's charm by luxury rail to Lisbon, indulging in the city's rich and vibrant culture before an easy return flight home.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: San Sebastian
By rail to Spain
Your holiday begins at London St. Pancras station. Travel by Eurostar to Paris at speeds of up to 186mph, enjoying a light meal and drinks served on board in Standard Premier Class. On arrival at Gare du Nord, a private taxi transfer takes you across Paris to Montparnasse station to continue by TGV through France and into Spain. Travel through the Spanish countryside to Hendaye, then take a local train (payable locally) to San Sebastian.
Meals: Lunch/snacks on Eurostar
- Day 2railovernight: Madrid
San Sebastian to Madrid
After breakfast, return to the railway station for your First Class journey south from San Sebastian to Madrid. On arrival, make your own way to the Hotel Liabeny, ideally situated in the heart of the Spanish capital. This evening you may wish to sample one of Madrid's many fine restaurants.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 3railovernight: Vigo
Madrid to Vigo
After a leisurely breakfast you may have time to further explore Madrid. Then make your way to Madrid Chamartín railway station for your First Class journey west to Vigo. On arrival at Vigo Urzaiz railway station, make your own way to the NH Collection Hotel Vigo. After settling in, you may choose to explore the port or sample one of the wonderful restaurants for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 4railovernight: Lisbon
Through Spain and into Portugal
After an early breakfast, make your way to Vigo Guixar railway station for the short journey (standard class only) from Vigo to Porto, Portugal's second largest city. On arrival in Porto, board your final train of the day to Lisbon. Make your own arrangements to the Hotel Britania Art Deco. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 5overnight: Lisbon
Discovering Lisbon
A full day to discover the delights of Lisbon. Stroll through the Baixa and Alfama districts, visit the Rossio and Praça do Comércio plazas, the 12th-century Sé Cathedral and Lisbon Castle with panoramic views. Alternatively, visit the Belém district or the UNESCO World Heritage site Torre de Belém.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 6overnight: Lisbon
Discovering Lisbon
Another full day to explore Lisbon at your leisure. Choose from the city's many attractions, districts and restaurants.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 7overnight: Lisbon
Discovering Lisbon
A third full day to explore Lisbon. In the evenings, choose from a range of restaurants Lisbon has to offer for dining options.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 8
Lisbon to London by air – Homeward bound
After a final breakfast at your hotel and some last-minute sightseeing, head to the airport and board your scheduled British Airways flight back to London.
Meals: Breakfast
Included
- Eurostar travel London St. Pancras to Paris (Standard Premier Class)
- Private taxi transfer Paris Gare du Nord to Montparnasse
- TGV rail travel Paris to Hendaye
- First Class rail travel San Sebastian to Madrid
- First Class rail travel Madrid to Vigo
- Rail travel Vigo to Porto (standard class only)
- Rail travel Porto to Lisbon
- 1 night 4-star accommodation in San Sebastian (Hotel Room Mate Gorka)
- 1 night 4-star accommodation in Madrid (Hotel Liabeny)
- 1 night 4-star accommodation in Vigo (NH Collection Hotel Vigo)
- 4 nights 4-star accommodation in Lisbon (Hotel Britania Art Deco)
- Scheduled British Airways flight Lisbon to London
Not included
- Local train Hendaye to San Sebastian (payable locally)
- Meals (unless specified)
- Personal transfers on arrival/departure (except Paris taxi)
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions and activities
