Hafen
Lissabon

Eine Tour in die malerische Altstadt von Lissabon , den eleganten Vierteln Belém und Restelo und zum Hieronymitenkloster. (oder besuchen Sie alternativ das Schifffahrtsmuseum)

• Rossio (Platz Dom Pedro IV)
• Freizeit
• Praça dos Restauradores
• Avenida da Liberdade
• Parque Eduardo VII
• Hieronymus-Kloster (oder besuchen Sie alternativ das Schifffahrtsmuseum)
• Turm von Belém und Denkmal der Entdeckungen (panorama)

• Eine Stadt voller Kontraste, wo sich Klassik und Moderne treffen und verbinden im charakteristischen Licht Lissabons, das die Vielfalt und Leuchtkraft der Farben auf einzigartige Weise hervorhebt. Lissabon ist überreich an Plätzen und Orten, die einen Besuch wert sind: der Rossio, wie der Platz Dom Pedro IV, von dem aus die wichtigsten Verkehrsadern sternförmig abgehen, allgemein genannt wird; die Praça dos Restauradores, die in Erinnerung an die Befreiung Portugals von der spanischen Herrschaft im Jahr 1640 errichtet wurde und deren Herzstück ein Obelisk ist, der die Namen und Daten der ausgetragenen Schlachten während des portugiesischen Restaurationskrieges trägt; die Avenida da Liberdade, mit ihren abstrakten Motiven auf dem Boden und ihren zahlreichen Springbrunnen die luxuriöseste Straße Lissabons, auf der einst nur die High Society verkehren dufte und der Parque Eduardo VII, eine der grünen Lungen der Stadt, gegen Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts erschaffen und nach dem englischen Herrscher Edward VII benannt.
• Weiter mit einer Panoramatour in Belém , am Turm von Belém und dem Denkmal der Entdeckungen, das 1960 zum 500. Todestag von Heinrich dem Seefahrer und zur Erinnerung an die großen portugiesischen Seefahrer errichtet wurde, die ab dem 15. Jahrhundert auszogen, die Welt zu entdecken.  un die Besuch von Hieronymitenkloster (oder besuchen Sie alternativ das Schifffahrtsmuseum).

Ein interessanter Ausflug, bei dem wir beide Seiten von Lissabon kennen lernen können: Einerseits die alte, imposante Seite mit ihren zahlreichen Zeugen einer Jahrtausende alten Geschichte und einer glorreichen Vergangenheit und andererseits die moderne, futuristische Seite einer auf die Zukunft blickenden Hauptstadt. 

• Lissabon: Panoramatour
• Viertel Baixa
• Rossio (Platz Dom Pedro IV), Freizeit
• Parque das Nações
• Ozeanarium

• Bei einer Panoramatour im Bus besichtigen wir einige der interessantesten Orte Lissabons und erreichen dann die Baixa, ein Viertel, das nach einem verheerenden Erdbeben im Jahr 1755 unter der Aufsicht des Markgrafen Pombal komplett neu aufgebaut wurde.
• Erste Station ist der Rossio, wie der Platz Dom Pedro IV, pulsierendes Herz des städtischen Lebens, allgemein genannt wird. Von hier aus gehen die wichtigsten Verkehrsadern sternförmig ab. Hier haben wir eine geführte Tour, um uns die eleganten, historischen Gebäude anzuschauen, die den Platz einrahmen.
• Mit dem Bus geht es anschließend weiter entlang des Flusses Tejo bis zum Parque das Naçoes, der für die EXPO 1998 errichtet wurde. Hier erwartet uns ein wunderschöner Park mit äußerst modernen Gebäuden, bei denen es sich um Meisterwerke einiger der bedeutendsten Vertreter der zeitgenössischen Architektur handelt.
• Nächste Station ist das Ozeanarium, in dem über 10.000 Tiere und über 350 Pflanzenarten zu Hause sind. Ein Besuch, der für Groß und Klein Faszination und Unterhaltung bedeutet, denn Eigenschaften und Besonderheiten der verschiedenen Meeresökosysteme sind hier originalgetreu nachgebildet. Ein Muss ist das eindrucksvolle Becken in der Mitte, das in mehr als 5.000 Kubikmetern Wasser die unterschiedlichen Lebensformen der Ozeane unseres Planeten enthält.
• Im Anschluss an diesen Besuch gehen wir am Ufer des Tejo spazieren.

Ein Ausflug, bestehend aus einer Panoramatour zu den charakteristischsten Orten Lissabons und einer Fahrt zur wunderschönen Stadt Sintra mit ihrem mysteriösen Nationalpalast Pena. 

• Lissabon (Panoramatour)
• Sintra: Nationalpark, Palacio da Pena, Innenstadt
• Mittagessen in einem typischen Restaurant
• Lissabon: Viertel und Turm von Belém, Denkmal der Entdeckungen

• Die Tour beginnt mit einer Panoramatour im Bus durch das Stadtzentrum von Lissabon.
• Anschließend geht es entlang enger und verschlungener Gassen durch das geschützte Gebiet in Sintra, die in eine wahrlich mysteriöse Welt entführen.
• Wir besuchen den berühmten Palacio da Pena der inmitten einer Waldfläche im gleichnamigen Park gelegen und von beeindruckender Höhe ist. Der mit den portugiesischen Entdeckungen verbundene Palast wurde auf dem Fundament eines alten Klosters erbaut, das gegründet wurde, um Vasco da Gamas zurückkehrende Flotte zu feiern. Von diesem Gebäude sind die Kapelle und der Kreuzgang im manuelinischen Stil noch gut erhalten. Der Palacio de Pena ist neben dem Nationalpalast mit seinem hohen kegelförmigen Schornstein eine der Hauptattraktionen von Sintra.
• Anschließend kehren wir in einem typischen Restaurant ein, um ein echtes portugiesisches Mittagessen zu genießen.
• Bevor es wieder zum Schiff geht, fahren wir zurück nach Lissabon in das Viertel Belém und besichtigen den gleichnamigen Turm und das Denkmal der Entdeckungen, das 1960 zum 500. Todestag von Heinrich dem Seefahrer und zur Erinnerung an die großen portugiesischen Seefahrer errichtet wurde, die ab dem 15. Jahrhundert auszogen, die Welt zu entdecken.

Eine Tour zu den Schätzen des Königspalast Sintra, Cascais und zu den touristischen Hauptattraktionen Lissabons

• Sintra: Königspalast
• Lissabon: Viertel Belém, Wohngebiet Restelo, Hieronymitenkloster (extern), Turm von Belém und Denkmal der Entdeckungen (Panorama-)

• Vom Schiff aus fahren wir nach Sintra, vom großen englischen Dichter Lord Byron ?Garten Eden? genannt, wo wir den Königspalast, die einstige Sommerresidenz der königlichen Familie, besuchen.
• Hier bleibt uns etwas Zeit für ein wenig Shopping.
• Anschließend fahren wir zurück nach Lissabon, der Stadt voller Kontraste, wo sich Klassik und Moderne treffen und verbinden. Lissabon zeichnet sich durch ein ganz besonderes Licht aus, das die Vielfalt und Leuchtkraft der Farben auf einzigartige Weise hervorhebt. Darüber hinaus ist die Stadt voller sehenswerter Orte
• Anschließend geht es weiter ins Viertel Belém und das Wohngebiet Restelo, Wir werden sehen das Hieronymitenkloster Kirche besichtigen.
• Die Tour endet mit der Panoramafahrt entlang dem Turm von Belém und dem Denkmal der Entdeckungen, gefolgt von Freizeit, vor der Rückkehr an Bord.

Wir bewundern den Ausblick und unberührte Natur an den Toren Lissabons in dem herrlichen Naturpark Arrábida, wo das Meer sich mit mediterranem Zauber mischt, machen eine Pause im Schloss von Sesimbra und besuchen ein Weingut, wo es uns nicht an einem Glas köstlichen Wein fehlen wird, mit dem wir anstoßen können.

• Fotostopp in Sesimbra
• Naturpark Arrábida 
• Azeitão: Weingut und Weinverkostung

• Wir verlassen die Stadt Lissabon gemütlich in einem Bus sitzend und ziehen weiter in Richtung Süden, wo wir die Flussmündung des Tajo über die berühmte, eine der längsten Hängebrücken der Welt, die mit ihrer roten Farbe über dem blauen Wasser hervorsticht. 
• Wir machen eine erste Fotostopp vom Schloss von Sesimbra, die letzte der portugiesischen Burgen am Meer, die die mittelalterliche Motte bewahrte. Von den Mauern aus hat man einen einzigartigen Blick über das Dorf und das Meer.
• Wir setzen die Tour fort, um mit unserem Bus in den wunderschönen Naturpark Arrábida einzutreten, der sich zwischen dem azurblauen Meer und den grünen Bergen erstreckt und uns die schönsten Küstenlandschaften in der Nähe Lissabons bietet. Das Naturschutzgebiet bewahrt die Vegetation des mediterranen Zaubers, der dem Mikroklima der Sierra de la Arrábida zu verdanken ist, das durch die Nähe zum Meer entsteht. 
• Danach setzen wir unsere Tour fort Richtung Azeitão, einem kleinen Ort am Rande des Naturparks, der versunken zwischen Olivenbäumen und Weideflächen liegt, die sich auf kleinen Hügeln und portugiesischen Ländereien erstrecken. 
• Dann machen wir einen Zwischenstopp auf dem Weingut der Gegend, wo wir die Gelegenheit haben, herauszufinden, wie der berühmte Wein der Region produziert wird . Wir versäumen nicht die Gelegenheit eine Kostprobe des Trankes der Götter zu nehmen und beenden diese außergewöhnliche Reise mit einem fröhlichen Toast.

Ein spannender Ausflug der ganz besonderen Art! Mit dem Segway in eines der ältesten Viertel Lissabons. 

• Zentrum von Lissabon
• Viertel Alfama

• Bevor es losgeht, werden wir von einer erfahrenen Person in die Funktionsweise des Segway eingeführt. Dieses ansprechende Fahrzeug wird einzig durch Gewichtsverlagerung gesteuert * es ist ganz einfach und schnell zu erlernen!

• Nun geht es los ins alte Viertel Alfama mit seinen engen Gassen, Treppen und Säulengängen und seinem Aussichtspunkt. Eine einmalige Gelegenheit, um die echte Lebensart des alten Lissabon kennen zu lernen.

Eine kurzweilige Tour mit einem lustigen Tuk Tuk, um aus nächster Nähe die wunderschönen Bauten und das historische Erbe einer der schönsten Hauptstädte Europas zu erkunden. Eine einmalige Gelegenheit, um die Seele und kulinarischen Köstlichkeiten dieser Stadt zu entdecken. 

• Tuk-Tuk-Tour durch die Straßen der Altstadt
• Die verwinkelten Gassen von Alfama
• Unvergessliche Ausblicke auf den Fluss Tajo
• Die berühmten Pastéis de Nata probieren

• Wir gehen von Bord unseres Schiffes, wo bereits unsere Tuk Tuks auf uns warten: Mit diesen lustigen und charakteristischen Taxis auf drei Rädern können wir die schönsten Seiten Lissabons aus nächster Nähe auf kurzweilige und einzigartige Weise kennenlernen. Lissabon ist die westlichste Hauptstadt Europas; eine Stadt der Kontraste, wo Geschichte und Moderne in einem perfekten Gleichgewicht miteinander verschmelzen.
• An Bord dieser malerischen Fahrzeuge tauchen wir ein in die Atmosphäre dieser Stadt am Atlantik, bewundern die architektonischen Meisterwerke und genießen die unvergesslichen Ausblicke auf den Fluss Tajo. Das Viertel Alfama, der älteste Stadtteil Lissabons, nimmt uns mit auf eine Zeitreise in die Vergangenheit und erfüllt uns mit diesem als „Saudade“ bezeichneten nostalgischen Gefühl: In den engen Gässchen mit Kopfsteinpflaster werden wir von den Gerüchen, Fado-Klängen, der mittelalterlichen Architektur des alten, sehnsuchtsvollen Lissabons ergriffen.
• Auf unserer Tour legen wir zahlreiche Fotostopps ein, um die Schönheiten der portugiesischen Hauptstadt für immer festzuhalten und unseren Gaumen mit einem köstlichen Pastel de Nata, diesem typischen, unwiderstehlichen mit Pudding gefüllten Gebäck aus Lissabon, zu verwöhnen.

Entdecken Sie Lissabon bei einem Spaziergang durch das historische Zentrum.

• Aussichtspunkt Portas do Sol
• Entdecken Sie die Altstadt von Alfama
• Fotostopp an der Kathedrale von Lissabon
• Handelsplatz

• Zu Fuß ist die beste Art, die Aromen und die Seele Lissabons kennen zu lernen. Sie besuchen die gegensätzlichen Viertel Alfama, das älteste Viertel der Stadt, und Baixa, das Stadtzentrum mit den imposanten Plätzen Comercio und Rossio. In Alfama erkunden Sie die kleinen Plätze und Gassen, weiß getünchte Häuser mit Kacheln und schmiedeeisernen, blumengeschmückten Balkonen, Kirchen und Aussichtspunkte und besichtigen die romanische Kathedrale. Das Stadtzentrum ist bekannt für seine rechtwinklig angelegten Straßen, die sich um die Augusta-Straße gruppieren und vom Pombal-Stil geprägt sind.

Ein unvergesslicher Abend, der uns die Gelegenheit bietet, die portugiesische Kultur und Tradition zu entdecken: Während wir ein Abendessen mit typischen Speisen genießen, haben wir Möglichkeit, eine außergewöhnliche Fado-Show zu erleben. Dieser für Lissabon typische Volksgesang gehört zum immateriellen Kulturerbe der UNESCO.

• Viertel Bairro Alto 
• Typisch portugiesisches Abendessen 
• Fado-Show

• Wir verlassen den Hafen mit dem Bus, um in das Altstadtviertel Bairro Alto zu gelangen, wo das Nachtleben Lissabons dank unzähliger kleiner Bars, Lokale, schnuckeligen Restaurants und Szene-Restaurants pulsiert, aus denen melodiöse Fado-Klänge ertönen.
• In dieser vielseitigen Atmosphäre machen wir es uns in einem einheimischen Restaurant gemütlich, wo uns ein köstliches typisches Abendessen mit portugiesischen Speisen serviert wird.
• Unser Abend, der ganz im Zeichen der Tradition steht, kann nicht zu Ende gehen, bevor wir nicht eine unvergessliche Fado-Darbietung erlebt haben. Fado ist der für Lissabon typische Volksgesang, der authentischste Ausdruck der volkstümlichen Kultur Portugals und diesem als „Saudade“ bezeichneten nostalgischen Gefühl, von dem auch wir bei der Erinnerung an diese zauberhafte Stadt zwangsläufig erfüllt sein werden.

Ein unvergesslicher Besuch des Wallfahrtsorts Fatima, einem bedeutenden Pilgerziel. Es besteht die Möglichkeit, an einer Messe teilzunehmen. 

• Fatima: Wallfahrtsort

• Nachdem Sie vom Schiff abgefahren sind, werden wir Fatima erreichen, eine der meistgefeiertsten und meistbesuchten Wallfahrtsorte des Katholizismus.
• Sie haben die Möglichkeit, das Heiligtum zu besuchen und danach haben sie etwas Freizeit.
• Bevor Sie zum Schiff zurückkehren, machen Sie eine Mittagspause.
• Nach dieser kurzen aber intensiven Erfahrung werden wir nach Lissabon zurück fahren, wo das Schiff auf uns wartet.

Eine originelle Erkundungstour durch Lissabon an Bord eine Amphibienfahrzeugs, auf der wir den Flair dieser Stadt in den Straßen und Avenidas erleben, bevor wir dann buchstäblich in den Fluss Tajo abtauchen und aus einem neuen Blickwinkel andere wunderschöne Ecken entdecken.

• Tour entlang der Praça do Comércio, Avenida da Liberdade und Praça Marquês de Pombal
• Die berühmten Pastéis de Nata probieren
• Freizeit
• Tour auf dem Fluss Tajo: Denkmal Padrão dos Descobrimentos und Torre de Belém

• Wir gehen für eine kurzweilige und ungewöhnliche Tour durch Lissabon an Bord eines Amphibienfahrzeugs, die an Land beginnt und dann zum Schluss auf dem Tajo endet. Wir lassen uns von der einmaligen Atmosphäre der Praça do Comércio verzaubern, die u-förmig von eleganten herrschaftlichen Palästen symmetrisch eingefasst ist, sich an einer Seite zum Tajo hin öffnet und dann weiter in Richtung Avenida da Liberdade verläuft. Diese Hauptverkehrsachse der Stadt bietet denjenigen, die sie zu Fuß erkunden wollen, auch angenehm schattige Plätzchen. Ohne anzuhalten fahren wir weiter zum Praça Marquês de Pombal, in deren Mitte sich die Statue des Marquês de Pombal befindet, der in Lissabon von 1750 bis 1777 regierte.
• Wir zum Anleger im Viertel Belém, wo unser Fahrer mit unserem Amphibienfahrzeug auf den Tajo fährt. Hier können wir die berühmten Pasteis de Nata probieren.
• Wir genießen eine wunderschöne Bootstour über den Tajo und bewundern das Denkmal Padrão dos Descobrimentos zu Ehren der portugiesischen Seefahrer im 15. und 16. Jahrhundert und den Torre de Belém. Dieser Turm, der von der UNESCO wegen seiner prunkvollen Architektur zum Weltkulturerbe erklärt wurde, hebt sich fast unmittelbar am Ufer aus dem Wasser empor. Wir lassen unseren Blick noch einmal über das Mosteiro dos Jerónimos schweifen, das wir jetzt aus einem anderen Blickwinkel bewundern können.

Eine abenteuerliche, ungewöhnliche Tour. In bequemen Geländewagen geht es nach Cascais, einem alten Fischerdorf, in die unberührte Natur der Serra da Sinta, zu den hinreißenden Aussichten von Cabo da Roca und in das reizende Dörfchen Sintra. 

• Cascais, Freizeit
• Serra da Sintra
• Cabo da Roca
• Sintra, Freizeit

• Vom Hafen Lissabons auf fahren wir in bequemen Geländewagen auf einer abenteuerlichen Straße zunächst nach Cascais, einem alten Fischerdorf, das heute zu einem der beliebtesten Badeorte Portugals zählt.
• Anschließend geht es weiter entlang der Küste bis zu einem Schotterweg, der in die unberührte Natur der Serra da Sintra mit ihren Jahrhunderte alten Bäumen führt.
• Nun erreichen wir Cabo da Roca, ein Kap über dem Atlantik und westlichster Punkt des europäischen Festlandes. Bei einem kurzen Halt genießen wir den unvergleichlichen Panoramablick.
• Unser Ausflug im Geländewagen endet im hübschen Städtchen Sintra, das uns mit seiner fast märchenhaften Atmosphäre in seinen Bann ziehen wird.

Eine Tour zu den interessantesten Orten Lissabons mit seiner faszinierenden, wunderschönen Altstadt 

• Viertel Belém
• Turm von Belém
• Denkmal der Entdeckungen
• Hieronymitenkloster
• Altstadt (Panoramatour): Praça Marquês de Pombal, Avenida da Liberdade und Praça dos Restauradores
• Rossio (Platz Dom Pedro IV) - Freizeit

• Als erstes besichtige wir das historische Viertel Belém, wo es einige wichtige Bauwerke aus dem 15. und 16. Jahrhundert zu sehen gibt, die zu Ehren der portugiesischen Entdecker errichtet wurden: Der Turm von Belém, das Denkmal der Entdeckungen und das Hieronymitenkloster.
• Anschließend begeben wir uns auf eine Panoramatour durch die Altstadt . Hierbei passieren wir die Praça Marquês de Pombal, ein Platz, auf dem sich eine dem Markgrafen Pombal gewidmete Statue befindet (er regierte das Land von 1750 bis 1777) , die luxuriöse Avenida da Liberdade mit ihren abstrakten Motiven auf dem Boden und ihren zahlreichen Springbrunnen und die Praça dos Restauradores, die in Erinnerung an die Befreiung Portugals von der spanischen Herrschaft im Jahr 1640 errichtet wurde und deren Herzstück ein Obelisk ist, der die Namen und Daten der ausgetragenen Schlachten während des portugiesischen Restaurationskrieges trägt.
• Weiter geht es zum Rossio, wie der Platz Dom Pedro IV, von dem aus die wichtigsten Verkehrsadern sternförmig abgehen, allgemein genannt wird. Hier haben wir eine Freizeit.
• Am Ende des Ausflugs kehren wir auf unser Schiff zurück.

Zwei Städte, so suggestiv wie unterschiedlich, jede mit ihrer eigenen, speziellen Atmosphäre: vom märchenhafte Zauber von Sintra bis zum fröhlichen Queluz, mit seinem Palast im Rokkoko-Stil. 

• Sintra
• Queluz: Nationalpalast

• Von Lissabon aus fahren wir nach Queluz, berühmt für seinen schönen Nationalpalast Rococò, der heute von Touristen besucht wird, als wertvolles Museum gilt und immer noch für wichtige Empfänge genutzt wird. Die königliche Residenz, die als 'portugiesisches Versailles' bekannt ist, ist ein prächtiger Bau mit eleganten Salons und gepflegten Gärten. Wir besuchen den Park und die Gärten des Nationalpalastes von Queluz, die von den berühmten Gärten von Le Nôtre inspiriert sind.
• Wir fahren weiter nach Sintra, einer Stadt, in der sich Lord Byron zu Beginn des 19. Jahrhunderts aufhielt: Der große Dichter nannte sie wegen ihres unbestrittenen Charmes und ihres milden Klimas 'das herrliche Eden': Wir unternehmen einen geführten Spaziergang, um das Dorf zu erkunden, bevor wir zurück nach Lissabon fahren.

Entdecke und genieße den Rhythmus von Lissabon, und mache unerwartete Erfahrungen: nutze einen weiteren Tag für einen Besuch der portugiesischen Riviera. Erkunde die Sehenswürdigkeiten der Stadt: von der Festung Castelo de São Jorge bis zur Kathedrale, und Torre de Belem. Entdecke die Küsten und Strände von Cascais und Estoril, verbringe zwei Tage wie ein echter Lissabonner: Abendessen, Mittagessen und Fado-Aufführung inklusive.

• Stadtteil Alfama: Festung Castelo São Jorge (Außenbesichtigung), Kathedrale von Lissabon, Portas do Sol (Fotostopp)
• Busrundfahrt: Praça do Comércio, Rossio / Praça de D. Pedro IV, Praça dos Restauradores
• San Pedro de Alcantara (Fotostopp)
• Bairro Alto: landestypisches Abendessen und Fado-Aufführung
• Palácio Nacional de Queluz
• Sintra: Führung und Mittagessen mit landestypischen Produkten
• Cascais: Spaziergang im Hafen
• Stadtteil Belém: Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Torre de Belém (Fotostopp)

• Zwei Tage inmitten der Perlen der Stadt und der Küste Lissabons, ein landestypisches Abendessen und Mittagessen, eine Fado-Aufführung: all das sind die Zutaten für eine unvergessliche Portugalreise.
• Der Ausflug startet im Stadtteil Alfama, am Standort des Castelo de São Jorge , dem Wahrzeichen der Stadt. Es folgen ein Besuch der Catedral Sé Patriarca und anschließend der wunderschöne Aussichtspunkt Belvédère Portas do Sol für ein Foto des Stadtzentrums und des Flusses Tejo von oben.
• Danach den Abend in Lissabon zu genießen bei einem landestypischen portugiesischen Abendessen und einer Fado-Aufführung.
• Am nächsten Tag folgt ein Besuch des Palácio Nacional de Queluz, bevor es mit dem Bus weitergeht zur Kleinstadt Sintra, die der Dichter Byron als einen „herrlichen Garten Eden“ beschrieb. Hier erwarten wir dich für eine geführte Tour und die Degustation regionaltypischer Aromen.
• Die darauffolgende Station ist Cascais: ein Bummel zwischen den Molen dieses Fischerdorfes, bevor wir die Küstenstraße zurücknehmen nach Estoril und zur Mündung des Flusses Tejo.
• Zurück in Lissabon empfiehlt sich ein Besuch des Stadtteils Belém, mit seiner Marmorarchitektur im manuelinischen Stil, des Mosteiro dos Jerónimos und des Torre de Belém. Kannst du jetzt nachvollziehen, weshalb man auch von der „weißen Stadt“ spricht?

OVERVIEW

Unveil the finest architectural gems and cultural treasures on this unforgettable journey through the city. Delight yourself with the grandeur of San Jeronimos Monastery facade and experience the serene ambiance during your allocated time. Next, tour two of Lisbon’s most outlandish buildings with an architectural historian that will point out and describe their fascinating futuristic designs. The MAAT or Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology is an undulating, low-slung building on the banks of the Tagus River. It is covered with 3-dimensional, crackle-glazed tiles that reflect Portugal’s rich tradition of crafts and ceramics. Other design elements include a roof that doubles as an outdoor room, an entrance that resembles a cresting wave and a water-like fluidity that continues throughout the interior. In a word, it is stunning, as is the Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown. This ultramodern medical research center rises from the riverfront near the historical Tower of Belém, which Portugal’s greatest explorers passed before sailing into the unknown. The center’s design is just as daring, especially the curvaceous exteriors and the glass tubular bridge that connects them – all of which the guide will expound on. Continue your journey to the symbolic Belem Tower, soaking in its storied history and captivating surroundings. Finally, explore the vibrant Cais Do Sodré surroundings, indulging in the lively ambiance and embracing the vibrant spirit of Lisbon

HIGHLIGHTS

• Learn little-known details about two cutting-edge buildings from an architectural historian.
• Browse the MAAT museum as the guide describes its revolutionary design.
• Hear fascinating facts about an ultramodern medical research center while touring its surroundings.
• Explore the symbolic relics and vibrant culture of Lisbon

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Explore the oldest, most fascinating part of Lisbon on foot and ride the Gloria Funicular - an iconic symbol of the city. After your visit to the cathedral, follow your guide down to Alfama one of the oldest sections of the city, where you walking tour begins. Discover its cobbled labyrinth of narrow alleys, honeycombed with steps and archways and the houses decorated with wrought iron balconies and panels of tiles.

Spreading out along the right bank of the Tagus, Lisbon is the city of the seven hills. Walking towards the city center, stop in front of the D. Maria Theatre in Rossio Square. Reach the funicular that connects Restauradores Square and the Bairro Alto or High Quarter. The ride takes approximately five minutes and brings you to Sao Pedro de Alcantara Belveder for stunning views of the city. You’ll walk down to Chiado, an area with elegant shops and old style cafés and enjoy some free time here.

This is your opportunity to visit Fatima, an important world pilgrimage site, known by many as the Lourdes of Portugal. Your guide will describe the legendary story behind the region’s fame en route during your approximately two-hour drive.

Fatima was a very poor and forgotten parish until an apparition of the Virgin Mary was seen by three peasant children back in 1917. The little village was transformed almost overnight into a pilgrimage town that grew around the imposing modern basilica and shrine. You'll stop at the modern basilica and square, which is larger than St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. Here, enjoy about two hours of free time to explore the area on your own.

OVERVIEW

Get a taste of local life while walking through Lisbon’s public plazas and toast the occasion with a literal taste of a craft beer. Restauradores Square exudes history as it commemorates the restoration of the Portuguese crown in 1640 after decades of Spanish rule. Rossio Square is historical as well, but known more for its iconic wave-patterned pavement, a 19th-century design that was later copied throughout Portugal and even internationally. Still, the most popular plaza is sprawling Commerce Square, which opens to harbor and the Tagus River estuary. It was constructed as a symbolic entrance to the city after a devastating earthquake in 1755 leveled the area. The Rua Augusta Arch was added about a century later to commemorate Lisbon’s reconstruction following that earthquake. To complement the experience of spending free time in Commerce Square, you will tour a brewery. After a sampling of the craft beers, you will understand why they are so acclaimed.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk through several downtown plazas and discover their historical importance.
• Spend free time in and around Commerce Square, a hub for shopping and dining.
• Sample a selection of craft beer after an enlightening tour of the brewery.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Experience local life by riding public transportation to several trendy neighborhoods where expats comfortably enjoy Lisbon’s leisurely lifestyle. A tram will take you through some of the city’s most affluent neighborhoods to the landmark basilica in Estrela. Queen Maria I ordered the church to be built to celebrate the birth of her only son, who sadly died two years before the church was completed in 1790. The queen rests in an elaborate tomb inside. Across from the basilica, you will find the 19th-century Estrela Gardens, an urban oasis with a duck pond, manmade caves and a wrought-iron bandstand. You are sure to see plenty of locals and expats relaxing on the benches and strolling the winding garden paths. After a traditional cup of espresso-like coffee known locally as “bica,” you will ride the bus or walk to the Principe Real neighborhood. During free time there, you might stroll the botanical gardens, or simply take in the spectacular views.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Join Lisbon’s expats in the neighborhoods where they now reside.
• Get an authentic feel for what attracts the expats to Lisbon.
• Mingle with the locals, ride public transportation or walk to spend free time exploring downtown.

Follow a local guide on an enlightening walk through Lisbon’s most atmospheric districts, pausing at various venues to sample Portuguese delicacies. In the Baixa district, you will stop at Manteigaris Silva, a delicatessen that dates to the 19th century. Chances are, you will sample local ham and cheeses such as Serra da Estrela. You will then head to Mouraria, a Moorish-influenced district that is considered the birthplace of the music genre fado. There you will be served a sweet, cherry liqueur known as ginja. A tram ride with the locals will bring you to the historical Graça district, where you will become even more familiar with daily life in Lisbon. While pausing for photos at the more than 100-year-old Villa Bertha, you will enjoy superb views of the city and the Tagus River. One last stop will be made at a café, where you will sample Portuguese products such as cod fish pastry and cornbread with sausage, perhaps with another glass of ginja.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Walk through Lisbon’s historical districts and stop on occasion in the cafés.
• Snack on an array of Portuguese specialties, such as ham, cheeses and traditional beverages.
• Ride the tram through the capital city for an authentic slice of daily life.

Mingle with the locals at a vibrant marketplace and with fishermen along the waterfront in Setubal. The city sits atop a Roman fishing town that a tsunami destroyed in the 5th century, and parts of it have been excavated. Fishing is still essential to Setubal, as you will discover at a bustling downtown market. Sardines, cuttlefish, oysters—they are all here on display, fresh from the docks where the fishermen have brought their morning’s catch. The guide will point out some of the most unusual species and introduce you to the vendors. While walking along a nearby promenade, you will likely see fishermen tending their nets. This will present another opportunity to interact with the locals and ask about their traditional livelihood, which new technology continues to influence. For a taste of the seafood that comes into Setubal, you will dine at a restaurant in town. The menu will include the local specialty “choco frito,” which is fried cuttlefish.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Gain an understanding of how the sea has influenced the village of Setubal for centuries.
• Browse a seafood market in Setubal and meet some of the vendors and local fishermen.
• Indulge in a delicious seafood lunch, featuring the day’s catch in traditional dishes.

Marvel at the botanical wonders within the Nature Park of Arrabida and enjoy an inspired tasting at a winery that one family has owned for six generations. The seaside park is one of the few places in Portugal where Mediterranean maquis flourishes. The evergreen shrubbery is extraordinary fragrant because it is composed of plants such as lavender, myrtle and wild mint. The park’s other natural sights are just as diverse, as you will pass chalk cliffs, remote beaches and a majestic coastal mountain range. After free time to explore the village of Sesimbra, you head for José Maria da Fonseca winery, which was founded in 1834. The wines are fermented in large clay amphorae, a method that dates to Roman times, and the finished products are spectacular as you will discover during the sampling. One last stop awaits you at Cristo Rei, a statue similar to the famed Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy a panoramic drive through the extraordinarily scenic Nature Park of Arrabida.
• Sample wines fermented in clay amphorae, a method the Romans used 2,000 years ago.
• Pause at the hilltop Cristo Rei statue and take in the sweeping views of Lisbon.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Tour a family-owned winery that sources grapes from its three estates and sample several of the most distinctive wines. Your immersion into these premium wines will take place at Quinta Do Saguinhal, whose distillery is one of the oldest in the region. Both red and white grapes are grown in the sandy-clay soil on the slopes surrounding the estate. It is an idyllic setting for wine production and sampling. While in the cellar, you may taste an elegant red blend made with touriga nacional and syrah grapes, a fruity white blend made with arinto and chardonnay grapes, and perhaps a bold aguardente with a velvety finish. Feel free to ask how the various wines are produced and how the terroir of Quinta Do Saguinhal affects their tastes. A panoramic driving tour through Lisbon will add a historical perspective, especially the photo stop at the Belém Tower, the capital’s ceremonial marine gateway.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Sample a number of premium wines produced at Quinta do Saguinhal.
• Gain insight into how the terroir affects the red and white wines produced there.
• Enjoy an enlightening driving tour through Lisbon with a stop at the Belém Tower.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Sample several unique wines with an unusual history from the westernmost wine region in continental Europe. On the way to the Sintra-Colares cellar, you will stop for photos at the Belém Tower, the riverfront fortress from which so many Portuguese explorers set sail. This landmark should pique your curiosity about the local history, which is especially interesting with regard to wine. The Colares region is one of the few places in the world suitable for growing ramisco grapes because they must be planted in deep sandy trenches so the roots can reach the clay soil below. The vines must also be maintained low to ground to survive the steady salty winds. It is a fascinating and arduous process that you will learn about during the wine and tapas tasting at the wine cellar, which was founded in 1931. Afterwards, you will discover more about the area during the panoramic tour of Lisbon.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Sample several unusual wines paired with tapas at the Sintra-Colares wine cellar.
• Learn how these vines survived the aphids that destroyed Europe’s vineyards centuries ago.
• Enjoy an enlightening driving tour through Lisbon with a stop at the Belém Tower.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Dine on Portugal’s beloved national dish of bacalhau in an atmospheric restaurant that masterfully prepares it in dozens of ways. Pastel de Belém has been similarly revered in Lisbon since the pastry was introduced in 1837. You will sample one of these delicious egg custard tarts before taking a panoramic route to the restaurant. Along the way, you will pause for photos of the Belém Tower – the marine gateway where Portuguese explorers once set sail on their voyages of discovery – and the Vasco da Gama Tower, the tallest building in Lisbon. A leisurely dinner at A Casa do Bacalhau follows, during which you will enjoy bacalhau, which is salted cod, cooked in so many ways that your head will be swimming. The dishes will likely include cod pâté, codfish pastries, codfish carpaccio and a tasting of three other cod concoctions as the main course. Complementary wines will also be served.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy balcalhau or salted cod creatively cooked in a surprising number of ways.
• Dine at A Casa do Bacalhau restaurant, the renowned House of Cod.
• Savor a Pastel de Belém pastry – a Lisbon staple since 1837 – as an appetizer of sorts.
• Pause at landmarks such as Belém Tower on the panoramic drive to the restaurant.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Recognize how the urban landscape of Portugal’s capital has changed through the centuries by viewing architecture that epitomizes different time periods. You will glimpse the UNESCO World Heritage site Jerónimos Monastery – an early 16th-century icon that holds the remains of Vasco da Gama – on the way to Belém Tower, a riverfront fortification that he and other Portuguese explorers such as Magellan passed on their Voyages of Discovery. Stroll to the Museum of Art, Architecture, and Technology (MAAT Museum). Delight in its striking modern facade, and savor the charming contrast it presents alongside one of Lisbon's oldest neighborhoods. Finally, explore the Baixa Quarter, which will show how the area had to be completely rebuilt after a 1755 earthquake reduced it to rubble. The reconstruction followed a thoughtful urban plan and used a native Pombaline style of architecture that was earthquake-resistant, fire-proof and so innovative that cities throughout the world copied it.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See buildings from various time periods that show how Lisbon’s architecture has evolved.
• View two UNESCO World Heritage sites from the 16th century.
• Walk through the Baixa quarter district, which was ingeniously rebuilt after an earthquake in 1755.
• Stroll to the MAAT Museum and admire its striking modern facade.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Snap selfies at the most photogenic spots in and around Lisbon, many of them iconic attractions that define the city. To ensure the best possible results, a selfie expert guide will offer tips so you can capture just the right angle, lighting and composition for every shot. Your pictures will be ideal for posting on social media and sharing in other ways.

As you walk and ride through Lisbon, you will pause at designated selfie stops that include:
• Scenic drive through Belém Tower
• Praça Dos Restauradores plaza
• Commerce Square
• Pink Street

HIGHLIGHTS

• Take inspiring selfies at the most photogenic attractions in Lisbon.
• Follow tips from your selfie expert guide to ensure the very best pictures.
• Learn the historical significance of the locales while enjoying their dramatic settings.
• Scenic drive around the ornate Belém Tower, from which Portuguese explorers once set sail.
• Visit architecturally rich Commerce Square and Praça Dos Restauradores.
• See Pink Street, a boldly painted street lined with equally colorful buildings.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
• Be sure your phone or camera is fully charged.

Use your Attraction Pass to explore the top destinations in Lisbon without the hassle of arranging transportation, waiting in lines or having to pay the entrance fees. It’s the best way to maximize your time in Lisbon and get a genuine feel for the city’s history and culture. The options include the richly ornamented Jeronimo’s Monastery, the Belém Tower from which so many Portuguese explorers set sail. Learn all about the history of craft-making of decorative ceramic tiles in the National Tile Museum, then our next stop will be at the National Museum of Ancient Art, we will go ahead to enjoy Rua Augusta Arch. You will be marveled by the History at Pasteis de Belem where you will have a tasting of a traditional Portuguese tart.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Use the Attraction Pass to see Lisbon’s best attractions at no additional cost.
• Ride a bus around town, stopping at the attractions most appealing.
• Enjoy at Pasteis de Belem the most wonderful traditional Portuguese tart.
• Port Pick up and drop off.
• Our team will provide all the relevant information to the guests during the tour.

Enjoy an amazing Hop On - Hop Off experience that allows you to explore the city at your leisure, hopping off at stops along the way to enjoy major attractions and soak in the local flavor of Lisbon. You'll come across distinctive modern architecture alongside leisure areas and restaurants. While you're there, don't miss the Oceanarium, the second largest of its kind in the world. You can Hop off at Restauradores Square to Bairro Alto; Jerónimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoveries, Belém Tower among others top sights. Your Hop on Hop off ticket will get you through many of Lisbon’s finest districts, including Baixa, Graça, Alfama and Estrela, using Belem Line you can get to visit Basilica da Estrela, Parque Eduardo VII, and many more.

Ride through Lisbon atop an open-air double-decker bus, enjoying unobstructed views of the capital city while listening to enlightening commentary that lends a historical perspective. By tour’s end, you will have captured the essence of Lisbon as few experiences present so many key attractions. You will pass beautiful squares and lush parks with monuments to the most influential Portuguese kings, expansive shopping malls in gentrified neighborhoods and the neoclassical Estrela Basilica, an ornate 18th-century church that contains the tomb of Maria I, Portugal’s first queen. Along the way, you will see the lengthy suspension bridge that spans the Tagus River from different perspectives. Being red, it is often compared to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. You will gain and even deeper understanding of Lisbon during photo stops at the UNESCO World Heritage site Jerónimos Monastery and at Belém Tower, the riverfront fortress from which so many Portuguese explorers set sail.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Drive through Lisbon and admire the landmarks from the top of a double-decker bus.
• Pause for photos at the Jerónimos Monastery and at the Belém Tower.
• Gain an understanding of Lisbon’s history through its architecture and monuments.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Sample two classic Portuguese appetizer and walk to the culinary venues. Pass through two of Lisbon’s most popular plazas – Restauradores Square, which commemorates Portugal regaining its rule from Spain in 1640. Also, see Rossio Square, an expansive plaza known for the eye-catching, wavy design on its pavement. Your immersion into Lisbon’s cuisine will begin with a tasting of pastéis de bacalhau, a deep-fried fritter made with potato puree and salt codfish. The guide will describe its preparation and heritage, which dates to the late 1700s. Lisbon is also known for its pastel de nata, an egg custard tart pastry. It too was first invented in the 18th century, supposedly to use up because of the huge amount of eggs donated by the community. You will have the opportunity to see other local dishes and treats while browsing a bustling local food market.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Sample two well-known Portuguese appetizer as the guide describe the preparations.
• Taste a salt cod fritter and an egg custard tart and learn why they were first invented.
• Discover the history behind two signature plazas while walking through them.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Discover beautiful landscapes, small villages and savor the wines that have made Portugal famous. Cross the bridge over the Tagus River towards Sesimbra, a busy fishing village with a fleet of brightly colored boats all moored in the port. High above the town is a Moorish castle.

Travel to the town of Azeitao, best known for its wine, especially the famous Moscatel de Setubal. Here you'll taste the local wines and learn how they are made during your visit to a charming and prestigious wine lodge.

You’ll continue towards Arrabida Natural Park which covers a small range of limestone mountains, the road across the top offers remarkable views. The park was established to protect the wild, beautiful landscape and rich variety of birds and wildlife. The name Arrabida derives from Arabic, meaning a place of prayer, and the wooded hillsides are indeed a peaceful retreat.

Get acquainted with the highlights of the beautiful city of Lisbon and stop for photos at some of its most iconic landmarks. Drive to the historical Belem quarter by the river Tagus and stop for photos at the Monument of Discoveries and the Tower of Belem. The area is closely linked to the era of discoveries when the Portuguese navigators sailed in search of new lands. Drive to the Jeronimos Monastery and from the outside, admire this impressive building, representative of the Golden Age of the Portuguese Discoveries.

Continue on to Alfama where you’ll visit the Lisbon Cathedral -its construction started in 1147 when the city was reconquered from the Moors, by the first king of Portugal. Follow your guide for a walk through this area and immerse yourself in the architecture, sounds and aromas of old Lisbon. It is the oldest and most fascinating area of the city.

A drive through the city introduces you to Lisbon - historical and beautiful, Portugal's capital is full of surprises and you'll see many of the city's main landmarks from your coach. A few photo stops allow you to take home some memorable images.

Drive to the historical Belem quarter by the river Tagus and stop for photos at the Monument of Discoveries and the Tower of Belem., two iconic landmarks of the city. The area is closely linked to the era of discoveries when the Portuguese Navigators sailed in search of new lands.

Drive to the Jerónimos Monastery and from the outside, admire this impressive building, representative of the Golden Age of the Portuguese Discoveries. A scenic drive takes you to Alfama and towards downtown Lisbon, with views of Liberdade Avenue, Restauradores and Comercio Squares and the always busy heart of the city, Rossio Square.

Discover memorable highlights of Portugal including the Royal Palace at Queluz, Sintra the summer residence of kings and the resort town of Cascais. As you depart Lisbon, enjoy the panorama of the River Tagus with views of the Monument of Discoveries, Jeronimos Monastery and the Tower of Belem. Drive to the Portuguese Royal Palace at Queluz. The simple exterior belies the lavishness within of the Throne Room and the Hall of Ambassadors. The sculpted gardens, with rows of hedges, artistically carved shrubs and huge magnolia trees are impressive.

You’ll visit Sintra, considered one of the most beautiful villages in Portugal. The Royal Palace is the dominant architectural feature, located right in the center of town. You’ll enjoy some free time here to stroll the charming narrow streets lined with bakeries, craft shops and small boutiques. Continue to the resort town of Cascais, it was developed during the late 19th century around a charming town. Enjoy some free time in the historical center with its narrow cobbled streets and interesting architecture.

Visit the most romantic village in the country, Obidos, a perfectly preserved 13th-century village that for centuries was the love offering of Portuguese kings to their queens. This village enjoys a privileged hilltop setting above a peaceful valley of vineyards.

Enjoy a scenic drive through beautiful countryside to the medieval town of Obidos, dating back to 308 BC. Since the day that King Diniz gave his young bride Isabel of Aragon the town, it has been the wedding gift to all of Portugal's queens. You’ll feel as if you are travelling back in time as you enter through its arched gates. Visit the 17th-century Parish Church of Santa Maria, with its magnificent interior decorations in blue and white tiles.

Explore the narrow cobblestone streets at your leisure and feast your eyes on the colorful houses.There are lots shops to browse in, or you may wish to hike up to the castle, now a hotel or explore the old lookout path on top of the city wall.

Combine the beautiful village of Sintra and the mysterious Pena Palace and see important highlights of Lisbon on this full day tour. You'll drive through Sintra's national protected forest area along twisted and narrow roads to a mysterious world. Visit Pena Palace situated in Pena Park, a stretch of rambling woodland, with a scattering of lakes and foliage. The palace was constructed over the ruins of a convent built to celebrate the first sight of Vasco da Gama's returning fleet, chapel and cloister have been retained.

Pena National Palace offers a mix of styles and colors and from its viewpoints you'll have breathtaking views of the city below. Drive to the romantic village of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tall conical chimneys of the National Palace and the fabulous Pena Palace, eerily impressive on its peak, are two unmistakable landmarks of this area. Enjoy free time for lunch on your own, explore the narrow cobblestone lanes of this quaint village and browse through the various shops.

Discover the off the beaten path areas of the Sintra Hills which can only be explored by 4x4. Feast your eyes at the endless landscapes dotted with picturesque villages and stop at a wine lodge for a tasting. In the hands of skilled drivers, you’ll experience all the thrills of off-road driving, in Sintra’s parks and reserves, while enjoying magnificent views. You’ll learn something about its back country, convents and country villages, on this fun-filled trip.

Sintra dominates the first part of the route, then head you’ll for the heart of the Sintra Hills, with dense foliage, crossing small water courses. Travel to dusty trails, leave the woodlands and head for Alto da Memoria, where you’ll see an endless landscape, an immense ocean and the Pena Palace. Continue to the typical country village of Penedo.

In the village of Colares, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a wine tasting in a regional wine lodge. Stop at Fojo da Adraga, an impressive natural well dug out of the cliffs and watch as powerful waves crash against the bottom. Travel to Europe's most westernmost point - Cabo da Roca.

Explore the finest Baroque art in Lisbon and the history of the famous Portuguese tiles during this half-day excursion to the Estrela Basilica and Museu do Azulejo.

Estrela Basilica

Depart the pier for the brief drive to the Estrela Basilica. During your guided visit, view the impressive interior highlighted by marble of various colours on the walls and flooring, the famous Christmas Crib by Machado de Castro and the mausoleum of the founder, Queen Maria I.

Museu do Azulejo

Next, re-board your coach for the approximately 45-minute sightseeing drive to the Tiles Museum, or 'Museu do Azulejo'. Upon arrival, explore the 500-year history of the famous Portuguese tiles, or 'azulejos'. The museum is highlighted by gilded carvings, 'azulejos', marble, precious Brazilian woods, and a very long panel of tiles depicting the city of Lisbon in the year 1700.

Some free time is made available to browse the Museum Shop for souvenirs, or relax in the lovely gardens or original cafeteria adorned with curious old kitchen tiles. Following your visit, re-board the coach for the approximately 30-minute return drive to the pier.

Indulge your senses with the traditional flavours and sounds of Portugal during this entertaining, half-day dinner excursion in Lisbon.

Lisbon City, Sightseeing Drive, Casa de Linhares Restaurant, Portuguese Food, Wine and Fado Music

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute sightseeing drive through Lisbon City en route to a popular local restaurant, Casa de Linhares. Following a short walk from the parking area, enjoy an informal, relaxed evening filled with Portuguese food and wine accompanied by traditional Portuguese Fado songs and the warm hospitality of Lisbon.

Fado History

Fado (destiny or fate) is a musical genre that can be traced back to the 1820s in Portugal, but probably with much earlier origins. It is characterised by mournful tunes and lyrics, often about the sea or the life of the poor. The music is usually linked to the Portuguese word, 'Saudade' (this word has no direct match in English, but could be described a sentiment, such as a nostalgic feeling or missing someone).

Fado Varieties

There are two main varieties of Fado, namely those of the cities of Lisbon and Coimbra. Modern Fado is popular in Portugal, and has produced many renowned musicians. According to tradition, to applaud Fado in Lisbon you clap your hands. Mainstream Fado performances during the 20th century included only a singer, a Portuguese guitar player and a classical guitar player; however, today's settings range from singer and string quartet to a full orchestra. At the conclusion of your evening, walk back to the coach parking area and commence the short drive back to the pier.

This tour involves a minimal amount of walking and is specially designed for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair or a scooter.

This Lisbon shore excursion gives you a perfect overview of the charming Portuguese capital city. Enjoy a memorable driving tour of the heart of Lisbon, visit the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site Jerónimos Monastery, and capture beautiful memorable photos at the picturesque viewpoints Miradouro de Sao Pedro & Miradouro das Portas do Sol. This tour makes the hilly capital of Portugal flat and comfortable.

Lisbon scenic drive and highlights

Start your tour by meeting your tour guide accessible van at the Lisbon cruise dock. From here, you will head out on a scenic drive through the heart of Lisbon. During this part of your tour, you will see the best and most cherished highlights of the city. You will experience the vibrant Baixa area which is the commercial and historic heart of the city. The area is peppered with Portugal's unique "palombine" and neo-classical architecture, and bustling with people, pedestrianized streets and trendy shops. You will also see Lisbon's Lower Town, the unique Santa Justa Lift and of course the Rossio Square.

Miradouro de Sao Pedro, Bairro Alto Parish, Tower of Belem, Tagus River

Your first stop of the day will be at Miradouro Eduardo VII. This is a spectacular panoramic view point that will give you a breathtaking overview of Lisbon. Have your camera ready to capture views stretching all the way to the Tagus River!

Following this, you will make your way through the authentic, traditional Bairro Alto Parish. You will have an opportunity to see the beautiful 18th century Estrela Basilica, follow the famous old wooden tram No. 28, as well as Palácio de São Bento which is the home to the Portuguese Parliament.

Driving through Belem, you will see the Tagus River, the embarking point for Vasco de Gama's great discoveries, the iconic Monument of Discoveries, and the fortified Tower of Belem - Lisbon's post-card landmark.

UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jerónimos Monastery

Your tour continues to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jerónimos Monastery. Here, you will enjoy an interior visit, escorted by your tour guide who will be sharing the history of the Monastery and the fascinating architecture that resulted from Portugal's immense wealth from commerce.

As you return to the city center of Lisbon, you will enjoy a drive along the River Tagus with a view of the April 25th Bridge, Christ the King statue, Praca do Commercio and the port of Lisbon.

Afterwards, return to the ship.

Guests with international flights departing after 7.30 p.m. can experience the stunning beauty, history and architecture of Lisbon during this panoramic, full-day sightseeing excursion.

Lisbon, Sintra, Serra de Sintra Mountain, National Palace, Pena Palace

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Sintra, one of the most romantic locales in the world and an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sintra is nestled in a stunning setting amidst wooden ravines and freshwater springs on the north slopes of the granite Serra de Sintra Mountains. For six centuries, it was the favourite summer residence of the kings of Portugal, who were attracted by the cool climate and lush beauty of the town's setting. The tall conical chimneys of the National Palace and fabulous Pena Palace, eerily impressive on its peak, are two unmistakable landmarks of this area.

Free Time and Lunch in Sintra, Scenic Drive, Estoril Coast, Cascais Village, Photo Stop

Upon arrival, some free time is made available to explore Sintra and browse the local shops at your leisure. Following your free time, proceed for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, re-board your coach and drive along the road bordering the Tagus River en route to the Estoril Coast, also known as the 'Portuguese Riviera', and a photo stop at the colourful village of Cascais.

Lisbon, Belem Quarter, Belem Tower, Monument to the Discoveries

Next, re-board your coach and head to Lisbon for a visit to the Belem Quarter, one of the most important places to visit in Lisbon. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour and visit the Belem Tower. This fortress by the Tagus was the starting point of the Portuguese navigators who, in the 16th century, set out to discovery the trade routes. In addition, visit the Monument to the Discoveries, built in 1960 to mark the 500th anniversary of the death of Henry the Navigator. The monument commemorates the mariners and royal patrons of those who participated in the rapid development of the Portuguese Age.

Jerónimos Monastery, Lisbon City Centre, Rossio Square, Free Time, Shopping

Continue on to the Jerónimos Monastery. Founded by King Manuel and designed by the architect Boytac, this monastery is considered to be a jewel of Manueline art. Upon arrival, a visit is made to the church of this monastery. Leaving the Belem area, take a sightseeing drive through the city centre of Lisbon. Along the way, pass through the main streets of Lisbon, including Rossio, Avenida da Liberdade and Marques de Pombal Square. Following your sightseeing drive, some free time is made available for independent shopping and exploration at Rossio Square.

At the conclusion of this tour, in-transit guests are transferred back to the pier to disembark any participants who may be in transit to the next cruise before continuing on to the Silversea Hotel and finally to the Lisbon-Humberto delgado Airport.

Discover one of the world's great historical cities, with characteristic and surprising sights, cultural treasures, and a beautiful setting that make it a paradise for visitors. View the lovely architecture and historic treasures of this city during this scenic tour and visit to the Gulbenkian Museum and Joronimos Monastery Church and Cloister.

Depart the pier for the brief drive to the Gulbenkian Museum, one of Lisbon's finest museums.

Gulbenkian Museum

Nestled amidst lushly-landscaped grounds, this modern, multi-million-dollar centre opened in 1969 as part of the Gulbenkian Foundation. This world-class museum is named after Armenian oil tycoon Calouste Gulbenkian, whose donation of a sizeable private collection led to its establishment.

During a guided tour, see exhibits dedicated to ancient Oriental, Greco-Roman and European art that encompasses collections of paintings, sculpture, decorative art and jewellery. The range of items displayed represent cultures from around 2800 B.C. to the middle of the 20th century.

Lisbon City Tour

Next, re-board your coach for a drive through the city centre; past Rossio Square and the mile-long Avenida da Liberdade en route to the Alto do Parque Belvedere. A photo stop is made here for spectacular views over the city and the harbour.

From here, a drive through Lisbon's city centre takes you to the Belém District, one of the few places in the city that were not devastated by the Earthquake of 1755. Upon arrival, proceed to the Jeronimos Monastery.

Jeronimos Monastery Church and Cloisters

This 16th-century architectural masterpiece was created in the Gothic-Manueline style, and paid for with the riches brought back by Portuguese explorers. After a guided visit to the monastery's Church and Cloister, re-board your coach for the drive to the Belém Tower.

Belém Tower

A drive by Lisbon's prominent landmark whilst standing by the bank of the Tagus River. Centuries ago, Portuguese explorers were given a rousing send-off from this lavishly-decorated tower.

Monument to the Discoveries

Your tour concludes with a photo stop at the Monument of the Discoveries. This monumental sculpture commemorates the 500th Anniversary of the death of Prince Henry, the mastermind navigator behind Portugal's voyages of discovery and subsequent wealth.

Following your visit, re-board your coach for the return drive to the pier.

Explore Lisbon from a unique perspective during this picturesque tour of the city via river boat and bus. Europe's second-oldest capital (after Athens), once home to the world's greatest explorers like Vasco da Gama, Magellan and Prince Henry the Navigator, becoming the first true world city, the capital of an empire spreading over all continents, from South America to Asia. The former launch pad for many of the world's greatest voyages is now where modern travelers discover its history.

Depart the pier for the brief drive to the nearby riverboat terminal, and embark your vessel for a scenic, 1.5-hour cruise along the Tagus River's estuary.

Tagus River Cruise

Along the way, discover the beauty and charm of Lisbon as seen from the river. See a Roman castle perched on a hilltop and a 12th-century cathedral in the centre of Alfama's Moorish District before passing under the spectacular April 25th Suspension Bridge. In the distance is the monumental statue of Christ the King, built to honour Portugal's neutrality during World War II.

Take a sail along the banks of the Belem area on your private boat. En route, see the 15th-century New Harbour and a memorial to Prince Henry. Your river boat cruise concludes with a look at the Royal Monastery of St. Jerome and the unique Belem Tower, built as a fortress to defend the harbour of the wealthy Portuguese capital during the 15th and 16th centuries. These historic buildings date from the Discovery Period and the reign of King Manuel I.

Lisbon City Tour

Upon returning to the river boat terminal, re-board your coach for a scenic sightseeing drive through the centre of Lisbon. As you proceed along the main streets and squares, a brief stop is made at the top of King Edward VII Park for spectacular views of the city and harbour. From here, continue past Pombal Square, the famous Liberty Avenue, Rossio, the very heart of Lisbon, and the historic Baixa District en route to the unique Comercio Square, which is located along the waterfront.

Your tour of Lisbon concludes with a brief return drive to the pier.

Enjoy a visit to Bacalhoa Palace and wine tasting at the Bacalhoa cellar Museum,. Bacalhoa Palace is the headquarters for the Quinta da Bacalhôa winemakers that produce over 20 million litres of wine per year across Portugal. This excursion is your opportunity to taste one sweet wine and three table wines, and also see beautiful city views of Lisbon, Portugal's beautiful coastal capital.

Bacalhôa Palace Tour and Quinta da Bacalhôa Wine Tasting

Depart the pier via coach, driving 45 minutes via the Parque das Nações (the modern part of Lisbon and the former Expo 98 site), crossing the impressively long, 17-km Vasco da Gama Bridge to arrive at Quinta da Bacalhôa.

Exit the coach and gaze in awe at the winery's home, the historic and stunning Bacalhôa Palace, with its Italian-style courtyards and gardens. Built in the 15^th century, the palace was originally home to the Portuguese Royal Family and was converted to the existing winemaking operation in 1922.

Be greeted by your wine expert and explore the interior of Quinta da Bacalhoa Palace. From here you will be heading to the Bacalhoa cellar Museum and discover different collections divided into thematic groups expository: "Out of Africa" is an exhibition dedicated to the Queen Ginga and three Landscape Wonders from Angola - the Dark Stones from Pungo Andongo, the Tundavala Gap and Kalandula Falls, with 700 pieces from 15 different countries.

"Portuguese Tiles from XVI to XX Century", used so lush and unparalleled in any European country, the tiles, which proliferated for more than five centuries in Portugal, eventually became a genuine contribution to our country's cultural heritage and artistic world.

You will do a wine tasting to discover 1 moscatel wine, Bacalhôa Moscatel de Setúbal / Fortified Sweet Wine 2019 which is the specialty of the Setubal region and 3 table wines including the Bacalhôa Greco di Tufo / White Wine 2022; Bacalhôa Merlot Tinto / Red Wine 2019; Quinta da Bacalhôa Tinto / Red Wine 2018.

Scenic Drive with Panoramic Lisbon Views

After you have sampled all there is to try, it is time to make your way back to the ship, taking a scenic return trip to the pier along the iconic 25^th April Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in Europe that hovers 230 feet over the vast River Targus. Enjoy this sweeping city view of gracious Lisbon and return to the pier.

Experience the Old-World splendour of Lisbon and a taste of the Portuguese Riviera during this picturesque tour of the mountainous region of Sintra and panoramic drive of the fishing port of Cascais.

Depart the pier for the approximately 60-minute drive by the scenic coastal road to Cascais.

Panoramic of Cascais
This pleasant coastal town is one of the main resorts on the Portuguese Riviera. Despite having become a popular tourist attraction, Cascais has retained some of the original charm from its days as a simple fishing village. You will pass by the Cascais Bay, before continuing to Sintra.

 
Sintra
Next, your drive continues to enchanting Sintra. Once a favourite of 19th-century European aristocrats, Sintra's fairy-tale castles and spectacular mountain vistas are considered a must-see for visitors to Lisbon. Have an optional guided walking tour before some free time is made available for
you to browse the shops at Sintra's main square or visit one of the many monuments (on your own).

At the given time, meet your guide before re-boarding your coach for the drive back to the pier.

Experience the Old World splendour of Lisbon and a taste of the Portuguese Riviera during this picturesque tour of the mountainous region of Sintra and the fishing port of Ericeira.

Depart the pier for the approximately 30-minute drive to Queluz.

Queluz Palace and Gardens

This charming Palace surrounded with lovely gardens, is a nice example of the Royal residences built all over Europe to imitate the court of Versailles.

During the 20^th-Century, part of Queluz Palace was used as the official residence of foreign heads of state when they visited officially Portugal. Her majesty Queen Elizabeth II stayed here in 1957 and hosted a banquet in the Throne Room, a small replica of Versailles hall of mirrors.

Ericeira

From Queluz you will be driven to Ericeira, a traditional fishing village, which has developed enormously during the 20th century due to the growing interest as a summer resort. It has, however, maintained its original characteristics and its own individual atmosphere.

Located fifty kilometres from Lisbon, considered an easily accessible area, its beaches are very popular during the summer, and are considered among the best in Europe for surfing. Ribeira d'Ilhas Beach, where one of the World Surfing Championship contests is held every year, is worth a special mention.

Upon arrival at Ericeira, some free time is made available to explore the area and browse the shops for souvenirs before the 45-minute drive back to the ship.

Explore Lisbon at your leisure during a full-day (8 Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Lisbon at your leisure during a half-day (4 Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Lisbon at your leisure during a full-day (8 Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Lisbon at your leisure during a half-day (4 Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Discover the highlights of Portugal's charming capital city during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion through Lisbon.

The Alfama Quarter and Alto do Parque Belvedere

Depart the pier for the scenic drive to the Alfama Quarter, the oldest part of Lisbon. En route, your guide points out notable landmarks from your coach. Upon arrival, experience the ambience and intrigue of this ancient quarter's Kasbah-like layout, which features alleyways and narrow, cobbled streets lined by closely-packed rows of Moorish-styled houses. From here, continue to the city centre, where a brief photo stop is made at the Alto do Parque Belvedere for magnificent views overlooking the city.

25 April Bridge and Christ the King Statue

Next, re-board your coach and drive across the beautiful 25 de Abril Bridge. The twin of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, it was built by the same company. Once across the span, another photo stop is made at the base of the Monumento Cristo Rei. This 361-foot (108-metre) statue portrays the Sacred Heart, and was inspired by the statue of Christ the Redeemer overlooking Rio de Janeiro.

Jeronimos Monastery and Belém Tower

After crossing back over the bridge again, a brief exterior photo stop is made at the splendid Jeronimos Monastery, a 16th-Century architectural masterpiece designed in the Gothic Manueline style. Leaving the monastery, continue on to the Belém Tower, a prominent city landmark that dominates the bank of the Tagus River. From the motor coach, admire the lavishly decorated tower from which Portuguese explorers were once given a rousing send-off.

Monument to the Discoveries

Your last stop is at the nearby Monument to the Discoveries. This monumental sculpture was erected to commemorate the 500th Anniversary of the death of Prince Henry, the mastermind navigator behind Portugal's voyages of exploration and subsequent fantastic wealth.

Leaving the Belém area, your tour coach will return to the port to disembark any participants who may be in transit to the next cruise before continuing on to the Silversea Hotel and finally to the Lisbon-Humberto delgado Airport.

Explore the rich legacy of Lisbon in a unique way during this scenic and memorable sightseeing tour via classic tram and coach. From its oldest neighborhoods, stepped alleys whose street patterns date back to Moorish times lined with pastel-colored houses and wide boulevards with clanking trams, be introduced to churches adorned with ceramic tiles, restaurants and fountains.

Depart the pier via coach for the brief transfer to Estrela

Tram Ride, Old Lisbon, Panoramic views, Port Wine & Local Pastry

Board your tram for the approximately 45 minutes ride through Old Lisbon. This relaxing ride starts at Estrela, goes through S. Bento, Bica, Chiado, Baixa, Sé, Graça, S. Vicente and Portas Sol belvedere, that offers splendid views of the Old City of Alfama. Along the way, sip a glass of port wine and taste a local pastry known as 'Pasteis de Nata de Belem', which is served by waiters clad in traditional Portuguese costume.

Alfama Quarter, Walking tour, Cathedral

Upon arrival to Portas Sol belvedere enjoy the splendid views of the Old City of Alfama, that you will be strolling down. From here walk to Lisbon Cathedral, built in the 12th century. The construction of Lisbon's imposing cathedral began in the middle of the 12th century, during Afonso Henriques' siege and capture of the city from the Moors. The building was designed in 1150 by Masters Robert and Bernard, the pair who worked on the Sé Velha cathedral in Coimbra, central Portugal. Originally known as the Church of Santa Maria Maior, it is believed to have been built on the site of an old Roman temple that was later converted into a Visigothic church. Traces of the latter can be seen in the carved stone inserted into the first buttress on the cathedral's north side.

Three earthquakes have shaken Lisbon since the time of its construction, most notably the great earthquake of 1755, but remarkably the cathedral stands firm in its prominent downtown location overlooking the city's ancient Baixa and Alfama districts.

Then continue your walk between streets and alleys, fado corners and flowery streets, there is a lot to (re)discover in Alfama, the oldest and most traditional neighborhood in Lisbon.

You will be return walking back to the pier.

Der Duft von Sonnencreme in der Luft und Sand zwischen den Zehen: die optimalen Voraussetzungen für einen herrlichen Strandtag fernab des Großstadttrubels. Der Praia de Carcavelos ist einer der beliebtesten Strände an der Küste Lissabons und Sie entscheiden, ob Sie lieber entspannen oder aktiv sein wollen. Der mittelstarke Wellengang eignet sich hervorragend zum Surfen. Haben Sie Lust?

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Rund 50-minütiger Transfer zum Strand
• Gut 2 Stunden zur freien Verfügung
• Zahlreiche Angebote für Wassersportfreunde (gegen Gebühr)

Einsteigen und auf eigene Faust entdecken.
Erkunden Sie die Sehenswürdigkeiten und Aktivitäten der Stadt individuell und in Ihrem eigenen Tempo. Steigen Sie ein und aus, so viel Sie möchten und an jeder günstig gelegenen Haltestelle in der Stadt. Genießen Sie einen unvergesslichen Tag und lassen Sie sich treiben.
Ihre Vorteile, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Kein Kauderwelsch: Wissenswertes erfahren Sie über deutschsprachige Audioguides
• Individuell und flexibel: steigen Sie beliebig oft ein oder aus
• Rollstuhlgerecht: auch mit eingeschränkter Mobilität gehen Sie bequem auf Entdeckungstour

Eine etwas andere Rundfahrt durch die zauberhaften kleinen, schmalen verwinkelten Gassen Lissabons erleben Sie per Segway. Was schwerer aussieht, als es ist, ist ein riesiger Spaß, den Sie so schnell sicher nicht vergessen werden.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Kurze Fahreinweisung mit den Segways
• Gute 2 Stunden geführte Rundfahrt

Erkunden Sie Lissabon mit einem Amphibienfahrzeug aus zwei verschiedenen Perspektiven. Bei der Panoramafahrt an Land entdecken Sie die Altstadt Lissabons, bevor es anschließend zu Wasser entlang der Küste der Stadt geht. Zwischendurch erwartet Sie noch eine süße Überraschung, die nach dem Geheimrezept der Jeronimos-Mönche hergestellt wird.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Panoramafahrt durch Lissabon zu Land, ca. 30 Minuten
• Kurze Snackpause in Belém und etwas Freizeit
• Rund 30-minütige Panoramafahrt auf dem Wasser

In Óbidos erwartet Sie ein zeitloses Juwel. Eine alte Stadtmauer, kleine runde Türme und herrliche weiße Häuser erhalten den mittelalterlichen Charakter der Stadt. Nach ausgiebigen Erkundungen geht es weiter zum größten orientalischen Garten Europas. Aus schätzungsweise 6.000 Tonnen Marmor und Granit wurden hier Buddha Statuen, Pagoden und weitere Skulpturen errichtet, die nun eine wahre Oase der Ruhe bilden.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Gut 1-stündige Fahrt nach Óbidos
• Geführter Rundgang und anschließende Freizeit, insgesamt ca. 2,5 Stunden
• Kurze Weiterfahrt zum Buddha Eden Garden und dort etwa 2 Stunden Zeit für eigene Erkundungen

Sie haben Lust auf eine Stadtrundfahrt - wollen selbst aber auch ein bisschen aktiv sein? Dann lassen Sie sich vorbei an den spannendsten Gebäuden Lissabons fahren und tauchen Sie danach bei einem Spaziergang in die Altstadt Alfama ein. Eine tolle Kombination für einen Kurzbesuch in der portugiesischen Hauptstadt.

Der Ausflug, kurz zusammengefasst:

• Stadtrundfahrt mit: Entdeckerdenkmal Heinrich des Seefahrers, Turm von Belém, Hieronymus-Kloster (UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe, Grab von Vasco da Gama)
• Spaziergang durch die engen Gassen der Altstadt
• Außenbesichtigung der ältesten Kathedrale von Lissabon