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Portugal On Location:
Ev Hales - Portugal 2010- On Location
September 20th - October 3rd 2010 paint on location with tuition from Ev Hales
Touring Portugal With tuition by renowned Australian artist Ev Hales.
Commencing on Monday, September 20th in Porto and ending on Sunday, October 3rd in Lisbon, here is an opportunity to join a 14-day escorted painting tour of beautiful Portugal.
The tour starts with a five-night stay in the historic old city of Porto, based in a centrally located three-star hotel close to cobblestone alley ways, magnificent old buildings, churches swathed in blue and white azulejos (tiles) and stunning views over the city and the River Douro.
Mid-week we will enjoy a cruise up the Douro by traditional rabelo boat, passing through three locks (one 35 metres high!) on our way to Pinhão in the heart of Port wine country. We plan to stay overnight in this region to have time to paint the scenery and visit the beautiful village of Alijó on our way back to Porto by private coach.
Obidos township
(click British flag for English).
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Porto to Obidos
After a free day in Porto, we will make our way south by private coach to Coimbra, one of Europe’s oldest university towns, where we will spend a night before continuing to the 12-century medieval castle town of Óbidos, for six nights in a four-star hotel, formerly an old convent.
Day trips for painting and sightseeing are planned by private coach to the monastery of Alcobaça and the fishing town of Peniche, stopping at beaches along the way for painting.
On the final day, we will be transported by our own coach to Lisbon and enjoy a treat that night listening to hauntingly beautiful Portuguese fado music at a traditional restaurant. Overnight accommodation is provided in Lisbon at a four-star hotel.
There will be plenty of painting almost every day, guided by Ev, and ample for non-painters to see and enjoy as well.
Hotel in Obidos
Where we will be staying in Obidos.
Slide show of some fabulous places to see on this trip
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Costs of Portugal Tour
Inclusions and Exclusions
The tour cost will be €2,500 (euro) per person on a twin-share basis (approx. A$4,500). Non-painting partner rates on a twin-share basis are €2,300 (Euro) (approx. A$4,050). Single-room supplement will be €500 (approx. A$900). All taxes are included.
Cost is in Euros and will vary in Australian dollars according to exchange rate on booking, so estimates have been given. Payment can be made using the easy and safe PayPal system.
Airfares to/from Australia and airport transfers are not included
Approximations can be obtained by asking and travel agents can be referred.
Travel Insurance is mandatory
Daily breakfasts are included and at least 12 lunches/dinners so you can experience great Portuguese and international cuisine as well as some of Portugal’s spectacular wines.
More detailed information can be obtained from tour leaders and Portugal residents.
Pam and Paul Adams.
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