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Private Full Day Tour in Lisbon - The true city of light
Joined 2022
This full day Private Tour will take you to the most interesting sites and places of the Portuguese capital, considered to be one of the most beautiful and safest cities in the world, located near the mouth of the Tagus River.
On this Private Tour we also propose to visit the Belém area, from where our navigators set off to discover the new worlds, not forgetting Alfama and the most modern part of the city, which is the Parque das Nações.
Book this Tour now, and let's discover Lisbon together
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Pick Up and Drop Off, at your Hotel / flat... or other, to be arranged in advance
Pick Up at your Hotel or flat... or other, to be arranged in advance - Edward VII Park
We start our Tour at the top of Park Edward VII, which is the largest park in the centre of Lisbon.
From its belvedere, we can contemplate all of Lisbon that we will discover during our tour like: Avenida da Liberdade, Chiado, Castelo de São Jorge, Baixa Pombalina and of course the river front.
On our way we will admire the magnificent Aguas Livres Aqueduct, a masterpiece of Portuguese civil engineering from the 18th century, as well as the Monsanto Park, the true green lung of the city.
Arrival at Belém - UNESCO sites await us
First we will visit the church of the Jerónimos Monastery, a masterpiece of the late Gothic style, where the Portuguese navigators heard holy mass moments before setting sail across the oceans, and followed by the long-awaited taste of the best known delicacy of Portuguese convent pastries ... the Pastel de Belém.
Riverfront and
Now we will go to the river front, passing in front of the imposing Belem Cultural Centre, and make a brief stop at the Belém Tower- world heritage by UNESCO, as well as the Monument to the Discoveries built to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the death of Prince Henry the Navigator.... Where a compass rose will show us when and how far Portuguese navigators have arrived and given " New Worlds to the World ".
Departure to Parque das Nações - Modern Lisbon facing the Tagus
On this route, we will pass in front of magnificent museums and monuments such as: Belém Palace (official residence of the President of the Republic), the National Coach Museum, the Electricity Museum, the Museum of Art Architecture and Technology, the 25th April Bridge, the Orient Museum and the Praça do Comercio, which is the real visit card of the city with its 19th century triumphal arch, and the "Cais das Colunas" where only the royal galleys can dock.
Parque das Nações - The city's most modern face
This area is considered nowadays one of the best places to live and work in Lisbon, it was here that Expo 98 - Exposition of the Oceans took place, a unique event that was a milestone in the development and revitalization of the whole city.
Parque das Nações - Cable car ride (tickets included)
What better way to discover this side of the city ?
Only by air, so I invite you to take a ride in a cable car
(Tickets for both directions included)
Free time for a walk and Lunch
Free time for a walk, where you can admire emblematic places such as the Lisbon Oceanarium, the yact club, the Science Pavilion, Altice Arena and the waterfront.
Here, there are numerous possibilities to have lunch outside in terraces that invite us to appreciate the light, the heat and the wonderful and diversified Portuguese gastronomy.
Back to the centre - Discovering the charming of Alfama popular quarter
We will discover by our feet a little of the popular Alfama quarter, which according to tradition was the birthplace of FADO, a unique form of musical expression of the portuguese people, recently awarded by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage of Humanity.
Until our stop we will pass by the Military Museum, Fado Museum and the National Pantheon.
I will now make you a special challenge....
Discovering the Historical Centre
Now we will head for the historic centre, where we will visit the crypt where the famous Saint Anthony was born, he his the true "unofficial" patron saint of the city, and also we will enter the atrium of the Sé Cathedral, which is the most important church in Lisbon, having been built in the XII century, in an austere and practical architectural style, characteristic of the Romanic style.
Exciting viewpoints in the historic centre
Now, our way will always be upwards, through the cobblestone streets that lead us to two wonderful viewpoints: the Portas do Sol (facing the river front) and the Nossa Srª do Monte Viewpoint (facing the town), here, near the local statue of our Lady of Fatima several promises can be made that will "almost" certainly be fulfilled ..... at least this is the local tradition.
Down Hill !!!
After seeing the city from its highest points, we will descend towards the Pombaline downtown, a continuous labyrinth of streets, designed and built after the 1755 earthquake. We will pass through Martim Moniz Square, Figueira Square and Rossio, which is the central square of the city, soon we will stop in Terreiro do Paço, which is the biggest open square in Europe, where we will have time for the last photos, a unique place .... Between the city and the river.
Time to return... with a heart full of wonderful memories
We will now return to the starting point of our tour, the hotel, flat or other place that will be decided in the meantime.
Ending Point
Pick Up and Drop Off, at your Hotel / flat... or other, to be arranged in advance
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Pick Up and Drop Off, at your Hotel / flat... or other, to be arranged in advance
Exclusive VIP Van - Mercedes - Benz V Class
Tickets for Parque das Nações gondola / cable car ( Both ways )
All transport costs (fuel and tolls)
Exclusive tourist driver
Service Wi fi 4G in the car, during the tour
Individual water bottles
Personal purchases, souvenirs or other
Tasting of Pasteis de Belém
Lunch
Tipping (optional)
Tour Important Information
On this tour we will visit some places of Catholic worship, for which we request the use of appropriate dress and behaviour.
Throughout our tour, we will be doing some short walks, so it is advisable to wear comfortable shoes.
Important message from the supplier
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Come create wonderful memories of Portugal
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Duarte P.
Hello my Friends,
My name is Duarte and it's with great pleasure that I have been working in the tourism industry in Portugal for over 10 years.
I´m specialized in organizing and executing private and exclusive tours for small groups.
Take a look at my proposals for private tours and select the one or those that interest you most.
Since all my tours are customizable, feel free to ask me about possible changes you would like to make to the original itinerary.
On the tours, there is total flexibility within the time and itineraries planned.
ALL MY TOURS INCLUDE FREE OF CHARGE:
* Mercedes-Benz Van, V Class Model VIP Extra Long up to 7 passengers.
* Pick up and drop off at your hotel / flat.
* Free Wi-Fi in the vehicle.
* Bottled water.
Reviews
Bruce M.
Private Full Day Tour in Sintra - Charm and romantism
“A day with Duarte”
We visited Sintra and the west coast from Azenhas do Mar to Cascais, then back to Lisbon. Duarte is a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable and proud of the Portuguese heritage. Flexible too, willing to make changes to the itenerary to suit our interests. Many sites in Portugal that we would not have seen if not for this tour. Well worth the money.
Cheri S.
Private Full Day Tour in Lisbon - The true city of light
“Exciting Lisbon”
Duarte was an excellent guide showing us all the beautiful sights of Lisbon. He was very detailed in his explanations and giving us in depth history. He was accommodating to what we wanted to see. Great guide.
Sue H.
Private Full Day Tour in Sintra - Charm and romantism
“Amazing day in Sintra”
We had a great day on our tour of Sintra. Duarte was not our guide which was a surprise but Joao did a really nice job. At his recommendation we toured the inside of the Queluz Palace and the outside of the Pena Palace since the lines at the Pena Palace can be quite long and would have taken up too much time. The only thing we didn't like was Joao tried to sell us more tours when we returned to Lisbon.
Duarte P.
(6 reviews)Hi Sue Thank you very much for contacting me, and especially for your review. João Ramos does work with me, and I organised your Sintra tour with him because you were only 2 passengers, and your tour would have been more comfortable in a smaller car, which is the one João normally works with. I asked João why he had suggested other tour options, and what he told me was that when he realised that you would be returning to Lisbon, and accompanied by friends, he tried to let you know that he and I could design and organise a tour for the whole group that would meet your wishes for the visit, which could include: wine tasting, artisanal cheese making, drawing and painting tiles, in short, there is a world of experiences that could be organised by us. I know that he has done this with the best of intentions, as he is truly passionate about our history and culture, and I'm sure that you would be truly amazed at how much you can do, and at the wonderful experiences and memories you can take away with you. I wish you a wonderful holiday on your cruise and if you need any support from us, we are here to help. At your service Duarte Pestana and João Ramos
$320/ per group
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