BAIXA (DOWNTOWN), Sites: Park Edward VII, Avenida da Liberdade, Squares of Rossio and Restauradores, St. Dominic's Church (18th century), Ginjinha, Baixa Pombalina (Pombaline Downtown), Praça do Comércio.

QUARTER ALFAMA, Sites: Lisbon Cathedral (12th century), Viewpoint Portas do Sol, St. George Castle.

Visit the modern art district of PARQUE DAS NAÇÕES / EXPO: This is the most modern quarter of Lisbon. A quarter with lots of contemporary architecture. We’ll have a stroll around and a cable car ride to take pictures of Lisbon Oceanarium, Alameda dos Oceanos, Lisbon Casino, Portugal Pavilion, Oriente Train Station from Architect Santiago Calatrava, Atlantic Pavilion where major concerts are hosted, Europe’s biggest bridge Vasco da Gama.

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QUARTER BELEM (UNESCO): Belem Tower (16th century), Monument of Discoveries (20th century), Traditional Milk Custard Tarts of Belém "Pastéis de Belém" (19th century)

MONASTERY OF JERÓNIMOS (UNESCO): Built in the 16th century, an impressive example of Manueline architecture. It was King Manuel I who ordered the construction of the Monastery and its endowment to the Order of the Friars of Saint Jerome. The sheer magnificence of the building reflects the universal vision of its founder and the scale of the wealth available to the Crown. This was the starting point of the Portuguese discoveries.

Inside the church, a masterpiece of the Manueline style, with beautiful transept vaults supported by palm tree column, an ambitious approach by the Portuguese architect. On entry, there are the tombs of the poet Luís de Camões, author of the epic masterpiece Os Lusíadas. As well as the Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama, commander of the armada that set sail for India in 1497, completing the first such naval voyage in history. You can also find in the lateral chapels and in the chancel, tombs of Portuguese Kings during the Golden Age of the discoveries.

ROYAL PALACE OF AJUDA: This neo-classical palace was built in the first half of the 19th Century and was chosen as the residence for the Portuguese royal family when D. Luís I (1838-1889) became king and married an Italian princess, D. Maria Pia of Savoy (1847-1911).

It is a typical example of a 19C royal residence and has an important collection of decorative art (gold and silver ware, paintings, sculpture, furniture, tapestries, glassware, porcelain, etc.). 

The palace was closed at the time of the proclamation of the Portuguese Republic in 1910 and reopened as a museum in 1938. Some of the most important presidential ceremonies now take place here.

QUARTER BAIRRO ALTO (photo stop): Viewpoint São Pedro de Alcântara.

LISBON FADO SHOW + FOLKLORE SHOW + DINNER WITH DRINKS | PRICE FOR OPTIONAL TOUR 50EUR/PERSON + 15EUR/PERSON FOR TRANSPORTATION | By night, the traditional neighborhoods fall under the spell of Fado, the melancholic style of Portuguese folk music. In 2011, UNESCO granted Fado World Heritage status, as an urban Lisbon song symbolic of the city and the country. 

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We start with cultural tour with NATIONAL PALACE OF SINTRA, unique example of medieval palaces in Portugal. From the earliest dynasties, Sintra was a favorite spot for the Portuguese kings. Its interior tell not one, but several stories of Portugal. The decor has great value, combining furniture, paintings and tiles. Outside we see the two large conical kitchen chimneys with 108 feet high, a symbol of Sintra.

Continue to PENA ROYAL PALACE, in the top10 of the most beautiful palaces in the world! A real enchanted palace. One of the most beautiful examples of the romantic revival of the 19th century. Built on the site of a former convent of friars from the Order of St. Jerome. A fantasy from King Fernando of Saxe Coburg-Gotha. A palace with a complexity of styles: neo-Gothic, neo-Manueline, neo-Islamic and neo-Renaissance.

After lunch, we continue to the destination that you are most interested in.

Here are the options that you can take. Please mention your choice when making the reservation.

Guided tour to REGALEIRA PALACE AND GARDENS, a place with a spirit of its own. Built in the early 20th century, a taste of the romantic style, rises in the middle of the forest, and is the result of the mythological dream of its owner, António Augusto Carvalho Monteiro. 

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The oldest monument of Sintra, the MOORISH CASTLE, located on the ridges of the Serra de Sintra, the castle dates back to the time of the Muslims in Portugal, 8th century. Reconquered by the first king of Portugal, Afonso Henriques, in 1147. The panoramic view from the top of the castle is amazing!

You cannot afford to miss paying a visit to the westernmost point on the European mainland, the headland of CABO DA ROCA. Situated at a latitude of 38º47’ North and a longitude of 9º30’ West, CABO DA ROCA is an important coordinate for anybody sailing along the coast, since it is the westernmost point on the European mainland.

Situated close to the sea and traditionally a fishing village, CASCAIS enjoyed an important period of development in the 14th century, when it was a major stopping off point for boats on their way to Lisbon, turning it into a very busy port at that time. It was, however, in the second half of the 19th century, when sea bathing became a popular activity, that Cascais was given the impetus that transformed it into a very fashionable summer resort.

The history of this Winery dates back to the early 18th century, surprisingly managed to survive the 1755 earthquake because of granitic structure of the landscape. These are the most western vineyards of Europe.

The winery Sta. Maria is situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Serra de Sintra, has maritime climate influence with cool nights, morning mists of strong and accompanied by ocean breezes. The result of this terroir wines are reminiscent of the sea, very aromatic, fresh, mineral, elegant, and balanced and with the peculiarity of having strong salty notes. These are wines that have great aging potential.

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We visit the following monuments:

Historic center with medieval white streets, Royal Palace (exterior only visit. The interior is used for temporary exhibitions), City Garden, St. Francis Church and Chapel of Bones, Geraldo Square, Gothic cathedral of the XIII century, Roman temple from the first century AD, Real Jesuit University

After lunch, we continue to the destination that you are most interested in.

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Visit a CORK FACTORY, where you can discover the process of transforming raw cork into the products that are sold all over Portugal.

Portugal is the world's leading manufacturer of cork and represents 53% of world production. In spite of corks being the most familiar object, many other things are made of cork, especially in areas where it grows as Alentejo, where 72% of the total production is concentrated.

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EVORAMONTE CASTLE is a hilltop castle, dates back to the 12th century, when the settlement was conquered from the moors by the Knight Geraldo Sem Pavor.  The Italian Renaissance style fortress, was commissioned by Duke D. Jaime in the 16th century. It is a unique monument within Portuguese military architecture.

ARRAIOLOS is a pleasant town with traditional architecture and whitewashed houses with blue trims. The mediaeval castle was built at the orders of D. Dinis (1279-1325), although the town soon spread beyond its walls.

The name of this town is well known internationally thanks to the famous Arraiolos rugs, which are produced here by the local craftsmen and women. 

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Ravasqueira Winery: A winery with old traditions, but modern in its wine production. Walk in the vineyards, explore the wine cellar, a museum of carriages, gardens, and take a wine tasting.

Some wines won golden awards in WINE SPECATOR.

Situated by the sea, just 30 minutes from Lisbon, the ARRÁBIDA NATURAL PARK is incomparably beautiful, the blue sea in contrast with the green of the dense vegetation mantle that covers the hill.

It is a magnificent mountain 380 meters high, which falls into the sea where you can enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view over the Atlantic.

There are several fine sandy beaches with clear water that can only be found around Mediterranean countries, beaches such as Figueirinha, Galapos and Portinho Arrábida. In this park you may taste a delicious sheep cheese, a local delicacy. | Opened in 1884, is the largest gallery of national and European art. The Museum is housed in a 17th century palace. Includes works ranging from the 14th century to the 19th. Guards notable paintings by masters of the Portuguese school as Nuno Gonçalves (century. XV), Frei Carlos, Vasco Fernandes, Christopher Figueiredo, Gregory Lopes (century. XVI), Vieira Porto and Domingos Sequeira (secs. XVII-XIX), as well as collections permanent schools and European artists (Memling, Bosch, Dürer, Holbein, Gerard David, Cranach, Morales, Pieter de Hooch, Zurbarán, Piero della Francesca, Raphael, Fragonard, Courbet, etc.).

Also interesting are the sixteenth century Japanese folding screens that show the Portuguese arrived in Japan. The first contact between East and West. We can see their fascination by the Portuguese, mustaches of the Portuguese, size of their noses, and shirt buttons, nonexistent in Japan to date.

LISBON FADO SHOW + FOLKLORE SHOW + DINNER WITH DRINKS | PRICE FOR OPTIONAL TOUR 50EUR/PERSON + 15EUR/PERSON FOR TRANSPORTATION | By night, the traditional neighborhoods fall under the spell of Fado, the melancholic style of Portuguese folk music. In 2011, UNESCO granted Fado World Heritage status, as an urban Lisbon song symbolic of the city and the country. 

Time to relax in the beach of SÃO MARTINHO DO PORTO, the sands here continue for an approximate 3 kilometers forming a shell shape around the sheltered bay that is home to São Martinho do Porto Beach. The calm sea represents the perfect conditions for both children and nautical sports such as windsurfing, sailing and canoeing.

NAZARÉ is blessed with magnificent light, pleasing sun, fine white sand and hospitable locals. The seven colorful skirts worn by Nazaré women have been worn since the days when they used to wait for their husbands to return from the day's fishing trip. But today the town is defined more by the waves that attract surfers and body-boarders and the beautiful underwater landscapes that attract divers. The lovely cove is protected by high cliffs, atop which the Sítio da Nazaré offers a memorable view.

MONASTERY OF ALCOBAÇA (UNESCO): Monastery or Royal Abbey of Santa Maria, founded by the Order of Cistercians in 1153. Building began in 1178 on land donated by Dom Afonso Henriques, the first King of Portugal to the Order of Cistercians, in fulfilment of a vow made after the Christian reconquest of Santarém. Testify the magnificent gothic tombs of the two lovers King Pedro and Ines de Castro.

MONASTERY OF BATALHA (UNESCO): Built in 1386 to keep a vow by Portuguese King Dom João I to the Virgin Mary that he would build it if Portugal defeated Castile at the Battle of Aljubarrota on 14th August 1385. The Monastery of Batalha, a masterpiece of Portuguese Gothic, is a magnificent piece of architecture that combines various influences from its lengthy period of construction, which lasted several reigns. Outstanding in the interior are the Founders' Chapel with its fine stained-glass windows, the cloisters, the Unfinished Chapels with their Manueline and Flemish Gothic features and the Chapter House.

FÁTIMA: The apparitions of Fatima have developed immensely the local town into one of the largest centers of Marian cult in the world. The major manifestations of devotees are hold at May 13 and 13 October. This Marian pilgrimage center evokes the apparitions of our Lady to three Shepherd children Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta, occurred in 1917 and recognized in 1930. The site was a country ground called Cova da Iria and belonged to Lucia parents, who later donated it to the sanctuary. It was here that the first appearance took place.

UNESCO: Convent of Christ in TOMAR (1983)

Continue South towards TOMAR, UNESCO awarded the classification of world heritage to the Templar Castle and the Convent of the Knights of Christ in Tomar (12th century) a unique monument in the history of the western world. This vast monumental complex illustrates seven centuries of Portugal's history and contains several important mementoes of decisive moments in the history of the western world. 

We suggest 2 options:

Option 1: flight departure during the morning: Hotel check-out. Transfer Hotel, directly Lisboa airport with our help on boarding formalities. With the possibility to have an early breakfast.

Option 2: flight departure during the afternoon: Hotel check-out. Transfer Hotel to Lisboa city Centre. Free time for lunch, get your last minute purchases and souvenirs to your family and friends and say goodbye to Portugal. Finally, transfer to Lisbon airport with our help on boarding formalities.