VOYAGER
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YOUR journey
J² crafts journeys of inspiration, education, and Jewish connections to Israel and worldwide. We are guided by a simple but powerful concept: No two trips are the same; each experience should be personal, meaningful, and backed by superb service. Travel is not just about the places you visit, but the connections you make along the way.
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Food & Wine 
Heritage - Private Cruise
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
THE START OF A SPECIAL JOURNEY
Sun. Jan 31, 2027
- Depart from the US.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
WELCOME TO PORTUGAL
Mon. Feb 1, 2027
- Arrive at Lisbon International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
- Meet your J² Expert Educator and your local guide who will accompany you on this journey of discovery through Portugal!
- Explore the Belem district of Lisbon, located on the River Tagus, from where many of the great Portuguese explorers embarked on their momentous voyages.
- Stop at the Monument to the Discoveries to pay tribute to the Portuguese Age of Discovery in the 15th and 16th centuries.
- Pass by the impressive Jerónimos Monastery and learn about the story behind its impressive walls.
- Free time for lunch on own.
- Step into the kitchen for a hands-on baking experience and learn how to make Portugal’s iconic pasteis de nata - from flaky pastry to golden perfection - while exploring how food, tradition, and craft are woven into Portuguese identity.
- Check into the hotel.
- Gather for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant and savor classic Portuguese cuisine, setting the tone for a journey defined by exceptional food, culture, and shared experience.
Overnight: Lisbon
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
JEWISH LIFE IN LISBON
Tue. Feb 2, 2027
- Begin your day at Castelo de São Jorge and soak in sweeping panoramic views of the city.
- Enjoy a tour of the center of Lisbon, including Rossio Square, Baixa (the downtown area), and Praça do Comércio.
- Free time to enjoy lunch at the Time Out Market.
- Hop on a tuk-tuk and tour the Alfama Quarter, which still shows signs of the Moorish presence in the city. Explore the neighborhood's steep winding alleys, its Jewish history, hidden landmark churches, and breathtaking views of the Tagus River.
- Stop at the site of the Lisbon Massacre of 1506, reflecting on this tragic chapter in the city’s history and its lasting impact.
- Meet with leaders of the Jewish community at the Shaaré Tikva Synagogue, which was the first synagogue to be built in Portugal after the late fifteenth century and learn about the local Jewish community today.
- End the day with a traditional Fado concert, Portugal’s soulful musical expression of longing, memory, and identity - themes that resonate deeply with Jewish history and experience.
- Evening at leisure to explore Lisbon’s rich and varied food scene, from traditional taverns to contemporary Portuguese kitchens.
Overnight: Lisbon
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4
THE MAGIC OF SINTRA
Wed. Feb 3, 2027
- Depart for Sintra, the resort town of Portugal's kings, perched high in the mountains. The town’s picturesque romantic monuments and mountainous vistas serve as the backdrop for unparalleled architectural and natural beauty.
- Visit to the Pena Palace grounds and its surrounding Pena Park.
- Continue your route to Cabo da Roca. Overlooking the deep blue of the Atlantic Ocean, stand at the western-most extent of mainland Portugal and continental Europe.
- Free time for lunch on own in the picturesque seaside town of Cascais, known for its relaxed coastal atmosphere and excellent Portuguese cuisine.
- Return to Lisbon.
- Remainder of the afternoon at leisure in Lisbon.
Overnight: Lisbon
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5
JEWISH HISTORY IN BELMONTE
Thu. Feb 4, 2027
- Check out of the hotel and drive to Belmonte.
- Arrive in Belmonte and begin with lunch at a Jewish-owned hotel, experiencing warm hospitality in a town shaped by centuries of hidden Jewish life.
- Spend time at the Jewish Museum, which showcases the history of the Belmonte Jewish community since the Middle Ages.
- Walk through the historic Jewish Quarter. Observe the narrow streets and traditional houses, and see the sites where Jews lived and practiced their faith in secret.
- Discover the synagogue in Belmonte, still active to this day and meet with local community members, descendants of the Anusims of Portugal.
- Depart Belmonte and drive to Porto.
- Check into your Porto hotel followed by late dinner.
Overnight: Porto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
PORTUGAL’S MEDIEVAL CAPITAL
Fri. Feb 5, 2027
- Visit the Kadoorie Mekor Haim Synagogue, the largest synagogue in the Iberian Peninsula.
- Get to know Porto with a scenic stroll along the riverbanks, beginning at the vibrant Cais da Ribeira for beautiful views of the iconic Dom Luís I Bridge.
- Enjoy free time for lunch at the vibrant Bolhão Market - explore a variety of local stalls, sample fresh Portuguese specialties, and soak in the lively atmosphere at your own pace.
- Romanesque to Romanticism: View the main sites of the city, including: Avenida dos Aliados, Clérigos Tower, which is known as the symbol of the city, São Bento railway station, decorated with 20,000 tiles depicting the history of Portugal, and the Ribeira neighborhood near the riverfront, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Participate in a ceramic workshop with local artisans, learning about this important Portuguese heritage while painting Porto tiles using traditional techniques. Create your own meaningful souvenir of the journey while tasting a glass of local port.
- Return to the hotel with time to refresh before Shabbat.
- Join Porto’s budding Reform Jewish community of HaMakom for a very special Shabbat experience, marked by community, song, and reflection, followed by Shabbat dinner with leaders of the community.
Overnight: Porto
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7
THE ENCHANTED VALLEY
Sat. Feb 6, 2027
- Transfer to the Douro Valley, known primarily for port, a sweet wine that has been produced here for two thousand years. The Douro Alto was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001.
- Take a river cruise (weather permitting) on a private traditional rabelo boat, encircled by terraced hillsides that produce some of the world’s best port such as Cockburns, Taylors, and Sandeman. Navigate upstream toward the mouth of the Tua River, surrounded by plenty of vineyards, terraces, villages and towns, and 18th- and 19th-century estates of the wine industry.
- Visit a local vineyard for lunch and a wine tasting experience, offering insight into the traditions, landscape, and craftsmanship of the Douro Valley.
- Continue to the picturesque town of Lamego for a short visit.
- Return to Porto.
- Come together for a farewell dinner at a restaurant in Porto, celebrating the journey’s end through shared food, conversation, reflection, and memories made along the way.
Overnight: Porto
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
Sun. Feb 7, 2027
- Check out of the hotel and transfer to Porto International Airport.
- Fly back to the US with new perspectives, deeper connections, and experiences shaped by time in Portugal.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast
RATES & LODGING
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participants
20+
Cost p/p in double room
$5,989
Cost p/p in single room
$6,859
The trip price will be reduced to $5,650 per person once the group reaches a minimum of 30 participants.
Registration open
Lisbon: Dom Pedro Lisboa
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Superior Room
- Hotel Website
Porto: Forte de Gaia, Autograph Collection
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Classic Room
- Hotel Website
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What to expect
- 6 nights' accommodations.
- 6 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator and a local guide, in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- All arrival transfers from Lisbon airport.
- All departure transfers to Porto airport.
- Daily breakfast, 2 lunches & 4 dinners.
- The J² adventures App available on the App Store & on Google Play (active 30 days before your departure and throughout your trip).
- Water on the bus.
- Porterage at the hotels.
- All site entrance fees & program fees as per your final program.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- Credit card fees.
- Flights to & from Portugal.
- Early check-in or Late check-out.
- Gratuities are excluded. For groups of 20 and more participants traveling to Portugal: We recommend the following guidelines for tipping (amounts are in US dollars): J² Expert Educator: $14 | Local Guide: $6 | Driver: $2. Amounts are per day per person.
- Evening transportation when dinner is not included.
- COVID related expenses, including tests.
- Amendments to the program: In the event that any sites, programs or meals etc. are added to the program, an additional fee may be required.
- Personal extras: Items of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, beverages, coffee, tea, food other than the table d’hotel menu, passport and visa fees, insurance, and foreign port taxes, unless otherwise specified.
- US and foreign airport taxes, Q fuel surcharge and border taxes when applicable.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- Please review our terms & conditions (T&C’s) or request that we send you our full T&C’s. Until you do that, here is the small print, and other stuff you may want to know:
- Validity | All prices quoted are based on exchange rates as of the proposal date and are subject to change without notice. Rates are per person and are based on shared twin room occupancy.
- How to Make a Reservation | The quickest way to make a reservation is to register online or contact us by email. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards. A non-refundable deposit of $675 is required in order to complete the registration process.
- For any assistance with this registration process or other trip-related queries, please email Customer Care: [email protected].
- Payments | The balance of your payment is due 120 days before your trip begins, or as specified in your invoice. You will receive an email reminder 2 weeks before this date. Various payment options are available as follows:
- Credit card | We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Please check with your credit card provider regarding international processing fees. We are unable to process payments of over $1,000 over the phone. Please submit payment online via a credit card or by wiring funds via your bank.
- Domestic bank wire transfer | Payment should be wired in the same currency that is listed on your invoice. Please add the name of your group or invoice number as a reference and forward a copy of the transfer receipt by email. The bank transfer should clearly state the beneficiary’s name on the wire transfer.
- J² Adventures reserves the right to automatically cancel your reservation on that date and it may be subject to reconfirmation should the final payment not be received.
- Cancelation Policy | All cancelations need to be made in writing. The cancelation fee depends on the date when we receive written notification of your request to cancel your booking. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable.
- Cancelation fees | Cancelations made 120 or more days prior to departure incur the loss of the deposit. Cancelations made 119 to 46 days prior to departure incur the loss of 50% of the full trip cost. Cancelations made 45 days or less prior to the departure incur the loss of 100% of the full trip cost.
- Cancelation fees may also include: Hotel or supplier cancelation fees. J² Adventures reserves the right to adjust its terms of payment, including cancelation policies and initial deposits.
- Protect yourself from fraud by being cautious and vigilant when it comes to online theft. It is crucial to note that J² adventures will never send an email requesting you to transfer funds to a new account or to redirect a payment. We will never alter our account number or issue additional payment requests without first personally speaking to you and properly identifying ourselves. If you feel uncertain about any communication (scammers often impersonate legitimate companies via e-mail or by calling), halt and contact us directly through our toll-free number listed on our website to discuss any necessary payments. Refrain from responding to suspicious emails or clicking on links or attachments unless you are completely certain of their legitimacy. By following these guidelines and staying vigilant, you can significantly reduce your risk of becoming a victim of fraud.
- Please click here to view our full terms (T&C's). These T&C's apply to all reservations created within J2 Adventures.
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