Sporting Lisbon against Benfica is one of the world's oldest football rivalries, and golfers with a love of the beautiful game have the chance to experience all the raw passion of the Lisbon derby with a new three-night golf break being offered by ORIZONTE – Lisbon Golf.  

As part of ORIZONTE's 'Derby & Golf Weekend', guests can enjoy three nights' bed and breakfast accommodation in Lisbon's three-star Sana Capitol Hotel, two rounds of golf around the Portuguese capital and a ticket to the Derby de Lisboa for only €365 per person. (approx £270)

The Sporting Lisbon versus Benfica rivalry dates back to 1907 and a host of international football stars will be on show when Portuguese league leaders Sporting host their legendary rivals on Sunday, March 6, 2016.

As well as football, the must-have break for all golf and football fans features 18 holes of golf at two of the finest courses in Lisbon's Costa Azul region, Quinta do Peru Golf and Country Club – host of several European Challenge Tour events – and Aroeira, recently as one of Europe's Top 100 Courses.

An additional round of golf at Ribagolfe, a European Tour Qualifying School venue since 2009, can also be booked on the day of arrival or departure for an extra €50 while all transfers to and from the golf courses are also included. Prices are based on two people sharing a twin room.

ORIZONTE – Lisbon Golf offers the chance to play six of the leading courses in close proximity to Portugal's capital together with exceptional value for money on a wide range of accommodation options across the region.

For more details on the 'Derby & Golf Weekend' and for a full list of ORIZONTE – Lisbon Golf's packages, email info@orizontegolf.com or phone +351 212 134 320.

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