Your day begins in central Lisbon, where you'll meet up with your guide and small group before hopping aboard a train for a quick journey out to Belem. Once there, you'll step into the breathtaking Jerónimos Monastery to explore the cloister, an excellent example of Portugal’s distinctive Manueline architecture. Walk the same paths as sailors and explorers of centuries past, who often spent the night before their journey at this seaside sanctuary.

Next, your expert guide will share even more stories of the Portuguese Age of Discoveries as you sink your teeth into a classic local snack: the original custard tarts at the first bakery to ever produce them.

From there, you’ll head off to see some of the most important sights in the Belém area, including the Monument of the Discoveries and Belém Tower. As the starting point for many a Portuguese ship departing for far-flung lands, today it’s a living homage to this period of national history.

Time to sit back and relax for a bit. You’ll head to the waterfront and board a boat for a scenic cruise along the Tagus Estuary to the city centre. Enjoy unforgettable views from the water as you pass under the 25th of April Bridge and beside the towering Cristo Rei monument.

After disembarking from the boat, you'll break for lunch in the city centre. Your guide will have plenty of recommendations to suit all tastes and budgets so you can be sure to find a delicious option that works for you.

In the afternoon, your guide will lead you on a stroll through Alfama, Lisbon’s oldest area. With its winding streets and hidden alleyways, this charming area is difficult to visit on your own—so luckily you’ve got a local expert to show you the way.

Last but certainly not least, you'll part ways from your guide and small group in front of one final Lisbon monument: the entrance to the São Jorge Castle. You're welcome to head inside to explore the castle on your own (not included in the tour), or continue getting lost in the picturesque streets of Alfama.