FROM LISBON, PORTUGAL CITY STAY IN LISBON 2-NIGHT PRE & POST PROGRAM
Set against the backdrop of the ever-present Atlantic Ocean, this charming, sun-kissed city embodies a Latin fairytale filled with timeworn manners and traditions. It is a place so beautiful that it’s hard to believe that people actually live here. Predating cities like London, Rome, and Paris by hundreds of years, Portugal’s antiquity clings to every corner, particularly in the Alfama district. This rich history makes Lisbon a veritable banquet for history-hungry visitors. Your itinerary includes a tour of Sintra, a lovely Portuguese village nestled in the cool hills of the Serra de Sintra. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, once a summer getaway for the Portuguese nobility, enchants visitors with its array of sumptuous castles, spectacular villas, and historic sites nestled among lush forests and craggy hills. You will also enjoy a comprehensive panoramic tour of Lisbon, taking you to Edward VII Park, Liberty Avenue, Rossio Square, the medieval quarter of Alfama, and Blackhorse Square. Additionally, you will visit the historic quarter of Belém to see two of Lisbon’s most cherished symbols, the Jerónimos Monastery and the Tower of Belém, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. HIGHLIGHTS: • Lisbon Panoramic Tour: Enjoy a panoramic tour of Edward VII Park, Liberty Avenue, and Rossio Square. Walk through the medieval quarter of Alfama, crowned by the magnificent St. George’s Castle. • Belém: Spend time in Belém, Lisbon’s most historic quarter, where you’ll see two of the city’s jewels—Jerónimos Monastery and the Tower of Belém—both of which are World Heritage sites. • Sintra: Visit charming Sintra, where lush landscapes dotted with extravagant palaces, ancient castles, and hidden gems create a setting that feels like stepping into a storybook. • Sintra National Palace: Explore this present-day historic house museum, which is the best-preserved medieval royal residence in Portugal.
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