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Spend time in Portugal's capital city, Lisbon, known as the city set on seven hills, with its cobble-stoned pavements and narrow streets full of Art Nouveau cafes. The charm of Lisbon exists in its strong links to the past which includes some of the best known voyages of discovery (including Columbus' maiden voyage to discover the Americas). Its renovated palaces, magnificent churches and impressive castle mirror the city's rich cultural heritage and make for a great city break, while its eclectic blend of neighborhoods, culture and architecture distinguish this capital city uniquely from the other European capitals and make it a truly fascinating and comprehensive city to visit. Enjoy guided tours of the various places of interest in the city as well as in the environs such as Fatima, an important point of pilgrimage for the Roman Catholic religion, typical fisherman's villages, and Unesco heritage sites such as the Monastery of the Dominicans of Batalha and Sintra, known as "Lord Byron's Glorious Eden" to name but a few.
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Day 1
Lisbon
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- Lisbon: Transfer - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
- Neighbourhoods of Lisbon
- Welcome package
- Dinner (not included)
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Lisbon City (3*)
(Alt: AS Lisboa) (B)
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Day 2
Lisbon
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- Private - 1/2 d Discoveries City Walking Tour (4 hrs) - Guide/Transfer - Weekday
- Lunch (not included)
- Shared - Panoramic City Tour by night, Dinner & Fado (traditional music) show (4hrs) - Coach/Guide
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Lisbon City (3*)
(Alt: AS Lisboa) (B)
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Day 3
Lisbon
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- Private - Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais & Estoril (8 hrs) - Vehicle/Driver
- Lunch (not included)
- Dinner (not included)
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Lisbon City (3*)
(Alt: AS Lisboa) (B)
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Day 4
Lisbon
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- Private - Obidos, Nazare, Batalha, Fatima (8 hrs) - Vehicle/Driver
- Lunch (not included)
- Dinner (not included)
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Lisbon City (3*)
(Alt: AS Lisboa) (B)
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Day 5
Lisbon
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- Transfer - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
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Depart (Int`l Airport)
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| B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive |
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Lisbon Lisbon once held its own with the super powers, as one of the greatest players in the discovery of the New World, and the city still remembers these glories with pride. Buildings such as the Jerónimos and the Torre de Belém not only display the vast amounts of wealth the city could once command, but are also feature a unique Portuguese architectural style born of the great days of empire. Private Airport transfer with your own vehicle and Portuguese speaking Driver. Spreading out along the right bank of the Tagus, and known as the Baixa, the downtown area of Lisbon is located in the 18th-century area around Rossio. East of the arcade Praça do Comércio, are the medieval quarters of Alfama and Mouraria, crowned by the magnificent St. George's Castle. To the west lie Bairro Alto and Madragoa, with their typical streets, and on the western extreme is Belém, with its Belém Tower, (the sentinel over the Tagus river that protects the entrance into Lisbon), the Jerónimos Monastery (masterpieces of Manueline architecture and classified in UNESCO's International Heritage list) and the Cultural Center of Belém. A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip. The Lisbon City Hotel (3*) is the newest urban design hotel in Lisbon. It is within easy walking distance of Lisbon downtown and just five minutes from Lisbon International Airport. Lively Praça Dom Pedro IV Square is 15 minutes’ walk away. With a privileged location, in the historical part of the city and an underground station at the doorstep, you are within touching distance of the Praça Dom Pedro IV, a famous square with many cafes, where you can experience the lively atmosphere of Lisbon. The soundproofed rooms of Lisbon City Hotel are all accessible by elevator and feature modern furnishings. They offer individually controlled air conditioning, cable TV and a work desk. Overnight at Lisbon City (3*). |
Lisbon |
The Monastery of Jerónimos |
Lisbon City Hotel |
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Day 2
Lisbon The city of Lisbon is still recalled by its glorious past linked with the Discoveries. Centre of the spice trade and meeting point for people from all over the world, in 1500 AD Lisbon was a cosmopolitan and dynamic city. In this private guided 4 hour walking tour, you'll have the opportunity to revive this period in the monumental area of Belém, where the Monastery and the Tower remain two symbols of that golden age, where the testimonies of the new worlds have inspired the dominant decorations of the “manuelin” style. On the tour you will discover: D. Manuel- king of the seas, Vasco da Gama, Monastery of Belém along with its history and symbolism, Palace of Belém, 16th century buildings, Pastéis de Belém Royal Factory, as well as Lisbon’s shoreline. Cost includes a one-way private transfer from your hotel to the meeting point of your private walking tour. No entrance fees included. Spend an unforgettable evening in Lisbon on a shared group evening tour. Have dinner and enjoy the show of Fado, the traditional Portuguese song, in a festive atmosphere. Afterwards, take a panoramic visit of Lisbon, starting at Alcântara - Belém to admire its beautiful monuments (Belém Tower, Monument of the discoveries, Jerónimos Monastery). See the Bridge 25th April, Cais do Sodré, Square Comércio, Baixa, Rossio, Av. Liberdade, and Marquês de Pombal Square before being returned to your hotel. Overnight at Lisbon City (3*). |
Palace of Belém |
Belem Tower |
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Day 3
Lisbon A private driver will chauffeur you on your full day tour along the coast of the Lisbon District. Your first stop will be in Sintra, a World Heritage site known as "Lord Byron's Glorious Eden". Sintra was used as a retreat by the Romans, the Moors and the Portuguese Kings due to its location, beauty, wooden ravines and fresh water springs. Next you will visit Cabo da Roca, the most western point in all of continental Europe. On your way back, you will discover Cascais, famed for being a resort area for Portugal's royal family in the late 19th and early 20th century. Finally, you will stop in Estoril, a seaside resort and tourist destination. At the end of the day you will be transferred back to your hotel. No entrance fees included. Overnight at Lisbon City (3*). |
Cabo da Roca |
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Day 4
Lisbon A private vehicle and driver will pick you up at your hotel and chauffeur you on your full day tour of Obidos, Nazare, Batalha and Fatima. Your first destination of the day will be Fatima, an important point of pilgrimage for the Roman Catholic religion due to the vision of the Virgin Mary by three young children in 1917. Every year, thousands of pilgrims make their way from all over the world to celebrate this occasion. On your way back you will visit Nazaré, the most typical fisherman village in Portugal. You will then continue and make a stop to admire the Monastery of the Dominicans of Batalha (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Your final stop will be Óbidos. Completely enclosed by lofty medieval walls, this is a small town with whitewashed houses brightened up by colourful bougainvilleas. Your day will come to and end with a transfer back to your hotel. No entrance fees included. Overnight at Lisbon City (3*). |
Batalha Monastery |
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Day 5
Lisbon Private Airport transfer with your own vehicle and Portuguese speaking Driver. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary. Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport). |
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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'98.33 Client Satisfaction Rating'
