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Get a comprehensive overview of Lisbon's important landmarks during this small-group sightseeing tour. Go back in time to medieval Lisbon with visits to St. George's Castle and Se Cathedral with your local guide. Continue to the age of discovery, stopping at the Monument of the Discoveries, Jerónimo's Monastery, and the Belém Tower. Get spectacular views over the city from several lookout points. End your tour by getting to know Lisbon's modern face.

This day tour of Sintra takes you to Pena Palace and the Moorish Castle, with free time at the end to explore Cabo Da Roca. You'll also visit Sintra Historic Center and Guincho Beach. Along the way your guide will tell you all about the history and significance of the places you visit. Go at your own pace on this private group tour.

Experience Lisbon at its finest during a romantic sunset cruise along the Tagus River. This small-group excursion provides the perfect setting for couples or small groups to enjoy the golden hour. Sail past landmarks and neighborhoods including Belém Tower, the Christ statue, St. George’s Castle, and Alfama while you enjoy alcoholic beverages, cheese, and snacks on board.

Step back in time to World War II and learn the role that Lisbon played as a neutral ground for the Allies and the Axis. Walk around the downtown area and listen to stories of espionage, double agents, and deceit. Learn how many came to take refuge in the neutral territory and the trafficking of Jewish gold and tungsten into the country.

Wander through one of Portugal’s oldest cities on this private trip to Évora from Lisbon. Your friendly local guide will pick you up in the morning and take you on a gorgeous drive through the countryside of Alentejo to Évora. Once there you’ll have the chance to explore the city’s St Francis Church and its famous chapel of bones. Sip on local wine and feast on a delicious lunch of Alentejo delicacies. Go for a walk in Monsaraz and see the biggest man-made lake in Europe, followed by a visit to the Cromeleque dos Almendres before returning to Lisbon.

Set sail on the calm waters of the Tagus River for a relaxing sunset sailing experience in Lisbon. Take in sights such as Belém Tower, Praça do Comércio, the Discoveries Monument, the 25th of April Bridge, and the Christ Statue. Hear informative commentary from your captain as you discover Lisbon from a new vantage point, on a tour that offers the ideal complement to a busy day of sightseeing. One drink and light snacks are included and more wine is available to purchase on board.

If you're visiting Portugal's capital for the first time, look no further than this full-day tour that showcases Lisbon's top sights. Visit places for the best city views, enjoy a tasting of a custard tart (a local specialty) and see landmarks such as Lisbon Cathedral, Jerónimos Monastery, and Belém Tower. This small-group tour promises to provide a more intimate experience.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Évora and taste Alentejo's famous wine on a tour that takes you to parts of Portugal that many travelers miss. See top attractions in Évora, such as the São Francisco church and the Bone Chapel, and hilltop village of Monsaraz, where whitewashed houses overlook the vast Alqueva Lake.

The Setúbal wine region is just an hour's drive from Lisbon, making it the perfect day-trip destination for wine lovers. This full-day small-group tour combines wine tasting at family-owned wineries with regional highlights such as the Arrabida Natural Park, the fishing village of Sesimbra, a visit to a azulejo (tile) factory, and a stop at the Christ the King statue.

Get an overview of Lisbon's food scene even if you're short on time on this half-day small-group tour. Instead of one meal, visit several dining establishments while seeing historic areas Baixa, Alfama, and Mouraria. Feast on diverse dishes like bifana pork sandwich, octopus salad, and codfish Brás style that you might otherwise miss if exploring alone.

Nestled in forested terrain beneath imposing hills, Sintra’s Moorish cityscape can captivate travelers for days on end. Don’t feel rushed, and don’t risk slowing down for others, with this highly customizable private tour of Sintra led by a local guide. Start the tour with a short talk about the city’s main highlights, then decide what you want to see—choose one or two of the locations listed below. The rhythm of the day is yours to set.

Get ready to discover one of the most interesting areas within Lisbon, the Belém district, which is directly associated with the epic Portuguese navigations, from 15th and 16th centuries. You will visit the Jerónimos Monastery and its Church, known to be a masterpiece of the Portuguese architecture. You will also pass by the Monument to the Discoveries, which was erected in 1960 and where some of the most important characters from the Great Navigation era are represented. We finish our tour by the Belém Tower (outside only) a defensive point against invaders trying to reach the capital of the kingdom, Lisbon.

This full-day e-bike tour from Lisbon takes you through Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. Instead of being stuck in a vehicle, cycle past unique palaces and lush forests before descending to wild beaches and the Atlantic coast. Cover around 25 miles (40 kilometers) effortlessly with the help of premium e-bikes with included train tickets, helmet, bottled water, and insurance. Enjoy a break for lunch in Azóia village and end the day in the seaside town of Cascais before returning to Lisbon by train.

Belém launched the Age of Discovery, a golden era for Portugal. Learn about Prince Henry the Navigator, Alfonso de Albuquerque, and others who shaped the world for better or worse as you see the sights of Belém on this fascinating walking tour. From the Belém Tower to the iconic pastries, unpick the secrets of the area. The price buys you a reservation on a free tour: Consider tipping your guide.

Enjoy a seamless way to explore the regal highlights of Sintra—and discover some of Portugal’s top coastal attractions, too—on this full-day, small-group tour. Following morning pickup from your hotel, travel by air-conditioned minivan to Sintra, where you can explore UNESCO-listed wonders like the Pena Palace (admission own expense), the National Palace of Sintra, and more. Then, discover Cabo da Roca, visit Cascais, and more.

Many sightseeing tours try to pack in as many attractions as possible, leaving you exhausted at the end of the day. Opt for a gentler pace and more personalized experience on this small-group sightseeing tour of Sintra. Get an insider’s view of the picturesque, palace-filled city—in a group of just five people, enjoy plenty of time for questions and free time to explore.

Enjoy a private transfer between Lisbon and Porto, with optional stops along the route in Aveiro, Coimbra, Fatima, Tomar, Alcobaça, Batalha, Nazaré and Óbidos. At each stop, enjoy free time to explore the historic centers at your own pace and for yourself. - Aveiro adores with its colorful canals. - Coimbra stands out for its historic university. - Fatima is one of the largest pilgrimage destinations in Europe. - Óbidos is a beautiful medieval walled Villa. Nazareth is famous for its giant waves. - Take for the Convent of Christ (UNESCO). - Battle for its Gothic Monastery (UNESCO). - Alcobaça by the story of D. Pedro and Inés de Castro. The average time at each stop is about 1 hour, with flexibility. It is also possible to opt for a direct translation, no stops. The service includes a comfortable vehicle with air conditioning and a fluent English driver. Unidirectional journey, with pick-up at the accommodation in Lisbon and drop-off at the accommodation in Porto.

See a different side of Portugal during this private half-day tour of Sintra from Lisbon. Your private driver will pick you up from your hotel and whisk you off to the picturesque town of Sintra to visit the colorful Pena National Palace (tickets are not included). Then, it's time to wander the historical center—listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and try a famous pastry from the area.

We combine the taste for history and monuments with the pleasure of observing the sea and nature. In a relaxed and fun environment so we can make your vacation day full of unforgettable moments. We make friends when we go for walks.

Tuk-Tuk — an electric three-wheeled motorbike certified by the E.U This tour is PRIVATE and 100% tailor-made, meaning that we have route suggestions and historical explanations, but you can also do whatever you want :) just remember, 1 hour with a tuk-tuk = 1 day climing up hills! This ticket is valid for: - 1 hour private & customizable tour. You can expand if you enjoy and want to do the full city centre. Of course, always with you, a local guide and professional driver, will cruise through the city center and stop whenever and wherever you want, providing a comfortable ride through the huge hills of Lisbon, where not even the 28 TRAM goes due to the tiny streets! Our guides are super recommended and will take good care of you, as they are 100% fluent at your language, so any complex questions about our culture will not be left unanswered :) We also escort you if you want, through the places you want to stop for a better and complete guiding experience. Just relax and enjoy!

Enjoying Lisbon seen from the Tagus River, whether in the morning or afternoon, to see the magnificent sunset or see the city lit up at night, accompanied by your favorite music and good wine, is a unique and memorable experience. It's a 2-hour tour, with the boat exclusively for you, departing from Doca do Bom Sucesso in Belém and going along both banks of the Tagus River, allowing you to see in a framed way the main monuments of the city of Lisbon: Torre de Belém, Monument to the Discoveries, Electricity Museum, Maat, Jerónimos Monastery, Terreiro do Paço, ...., Cristo Rei. Passing under the 25 de Abril Bridge, we can see the mountains of Lisbon and its picturesque neighborhoods, such as Bairro Alto and Alfama and the Castelo de S. Jorge on top of one of the hills. This is without a doubt an experience that you will remember forever!

Travel through time aboard one of Lisbon's oldest means of transportation by prebooking your ticket for the iconic Tram 28. Save yourself the sweat of tackling the capital's gruelling seven hills as you rumble from Alfama to Bairro Alto, where fado also found its inspiration. Hop off whenever you fancy to explore the many landmarks along the way.

A private tuk-tuk tour of Lisbon offers a great introduction to the city without the crowds on group tours. Zip through the city's charming streets more efficiently on a tuk-tuk. Tours are also available throughout the day, so you can see the city when it's less crowded in the early morning or watch it transform on an evening ride.

Discover Belem in the footsteps of the great Portuguese explorers whose voyages began there. Learn about the lives of explorers including Vasco da Gama and Afonso de Albuquerque, visit notable landmarks including the Padrão dos Descobrimentos and the Igreja de Santa Maria de Belém, and enjoy freshly baked Pastéis de Belém and snacks.