After breakfast, we enjoy a half-day tour of Lisbon. We begin in Belém, where we see the 16th-century Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We then visit a historic pastry shop dating from 1837 to taste the famous pastéis de Belém. We also stop at the Belém Tower for photos before returning to the hotel.
The afternoon is free at leisure for you to explore the city independently. We recommend a visit to Sintra, often described as Portugal’s most romantic town and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You might like to stop at the traditional Piriquita coffee shop in the centre to try the local pastries, travesseiros and queijadas (not included).
You may also choose to book one of the optional tours below.
Optional Tour: Half-day tour to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril Coast
Meet your professional guide in central Lisbon and set off on a half-day trip to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril. Travel through the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park to reach Sintra National Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former residence of Portuguese royalty. Learn about its architecture and interiors before continuing along the coast. From April to October, weather permitting, you visit Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, to enjoy sweeping Atlantic views. Then follow the coastline past golden beaches and turquoise waters, stopping at the dramatic Boca do Inferno cliff, shaped over centuries by powerful Atlantic waves.
Optional Tour: Boat Tour in Lisbon with Drinks and Snacks (2 hours)
Discover Lisbon from the water on a relaxed sailing tour along the Tagus River. Meet your crew at the harbour, settle on board and watch the city skyline open up as you cruise away from the shore. Take in views of Lisbon’s key landmarks from the river while you unwind with a glass of sparkling wine and light snacks.
Optional Tour: Live Fado Show Ticket in Lisbon (1 hour)
Experience a traditional Fado performance in Lisbon’s Chiado district. During the show you will listen to male and female vocalists accompanied by Portuguese and classical guitars, giving voice to the soulful music often described as the sound of the Portuguese spirit. The show takes place in the historic Theatro Ginásio in Espaço Chiado, offering an intimate and atmospheric setting.
Optional Tour: Lisbon Go 7 Hills Electric Bike Tour (2 hours)
Lisbon’s steep hills can be challenging on a regular bicycle, but on this electric bike tour you can reach the city’s viewpoints with ease. Ride through historic neighbourhoods such as Alfama and Graça, and climb up to lookouts like Castelo de São Jorge or Miradouro da Senhora do Monte without excessive effort. This is an enjoyable way to see some of the city’s most characteristic quarters and panoramic spots.
Optional Tour: Portuguese Food and Wine Tour (3 hours)
Savour traditional Portuguese flavours on a guided food and wine tour of Lisbon. You will taste regional cheeses, chouriço, bifana, rice dishes and port wine, as well as sample wines from regions such as the Alentejo. Along the way, your guide shares local tips and introduces you to some of the city’s authentic food spots.
Optional Tour: Half-day tour to Sintra, Cascais and Estoril Coast with return hotel transfers (5 hours)
Enjoy the same itinerary as the central pick-up Sintra, Cascais and Estoril tour, with the added convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off. Travel through Sintra-Cascais Natural Park to Sintra National Palace for a guided visit, learn about Portugal’s royal past, then continue to Cabo da Roca (April to October, weather permitting) for exceptional ocean views. Follow the coastline past beaches and cliffs and pause at Boca do Inferno to see the dramatic rock formations.
Optional Tour: Boat Tour in Lisbon with Drinks and Snacks with return hotel transfers (2 hours)
This option offers the same scenic sailing tour on the Tagus River, including a glass of sparkling wine and snacks, but with hotel pick-up and drop-off included for added comfort.
Optional Tour: Live Fado Show Ticket in Lisbon with return hotel transfers (1 hour)
Enjoy a traditional Fado performance in Chiado with return transfers from your hotel. Listen to expressive vocals and guitar accompaniment in a comfortable setting at Theatro Ginásio, and experience first-hand the music recognised by UNESCO as part of the world’s intangible cultural heritage.
Optional Tour: Lisbon Go 7 Hills Electric Bike Tour with return hotel transfers (3 hours)
Discover Lisbon’s historic centre while tasting a selection of local snacks and traditional dishes. This tour combines a guided walk through characteristic areas of the city with around ten tastings of Portuguese specialities, offering an enjoyable introduction to local gastronomy and culture.
