Pena Palace, Sintra, Belém walking tour and Sunset Boat Cruise

Begin your journey in Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Romanticist architecture, historic estates, and royal palaces. Walk and explore the exotic gardens of the Pena Palace. Finish the first part of the tour on the impressive balconies of the palace.

Next, head to the center of Sintra and enjoy free time to wander on your own. Get recommendations for must-see locations and the best restaurants for traditional Portuguese cuisine.

Then, head to Belém and begin with a walk outside the Jerónimos Monastery, a Manueline masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enter the Church of Saint Mary of Bethlehem, an integrated part of the monastery. Hear fascinating stories about Portugal’s golden age and visit the tomb of Vasco da Gama, the explorer whose voyages reshaped the world.

Next, savor the iconic Pastéis de Belém, fresh from the original bakery that has kept the recipe secret for generations. As you enjoy this sweet treat, your guide will share the traditions and legends that made it Portugal’s most famous pastry.

Continue along the waterfront to the Monument to the Discoveries, where your guide will bring to life the daring adventures of navigators, scientists, and visionaries who carried Portugal across uncharted seas. Standing at this striking monument, you’ll feel the same spirit of exploration that defined an era.

The walking tour finishes at the Belém Tower, a fortress that once guarded Lisbon’s harbor and now stands as a UNESCO treasure. As you admire its remarkable design, your guide will reveal its strategic importance and the dramatic stories of the ships that departed from its shadow.

Finally, enjoy the city’s famous sights on a beautiful sailing boat with a boat tour on the Tagus River. Departing from the historic port of Belém, let the gentle breeze carry you past a living panorama of the city's history. Sail through the undernith of the 25th of April Bridge and watch as a stunning both shores: the ancient Belém Tower, the modern MAAT Museum, Alcantara, Santos, Pracio de Commercio, and the serene gaze of Christ the King from the opposite shore. It’s the perfect way to capture the essence of Lisbon, while it will be the golden hour of the sun.

With an onboard crew sharing fascinating historical context, this is a wonderful overview of Lisbon’s grandest sights, all from the comfort of a stunning sailboat.