Private Tour along the beaches between Lisbon - Cascais & Lisbon Coastline

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. See Belem Tower - Built on the northern bank of the Tagus between 1514 and 1520 as part of the Tagus estuary defence system, the Tower of Belém is one of the architectural jewels of the reign of Manuel I. In the tower as a whole one can distinguish two distinct volumes and military architectural models: the mediaeval keep tower and the modern bulwark which, as it contained two artillery levels, allowed for long-distance cannon firing as well as ricochet shots over the water. The Tower of Belém is a cultural reference, a symbol of the specificity of Portugal at the time, including its privileged exchange with other cultures and civilisations. As a protector of Portuguese individuality and universality, the tower saw its role confirmed in 1983 when it was classified by UNESCO as "Cultural Heritage of Humanity".

   30 min

2. Stop at Tower Baech - Located in Oeiras, Torre Beach is sheltered from winds and has a ready access to the railway station. It has São Julião da Barra Fort on one side and the sculpture or a whale on the other.

   15 min

3. See the Carcavelos beach is one of the finest beaches of the Lisbon coastline, and due to the excellent public transport, is by far the most popular. Carcavelos beach is renowned for its reliable surf, soft golden sands and great tourist facilities, but expect it to be busy at the weekends, especially during the summer season. Carcavelos is fantastic for a relaxing beach day, of basking under the glorious sun and splashing around in the cold sea, and the area attracts an equal mix of Portuguese and foreign tourists. Praia de Carcavelos is the ideal choice of beach for visitors who are new to Lisbon, as it is easy to travel to and is equally suited for families, young couples or the more mature tourist. This guide will provide an overview of Carcavelos beach, travel information and details of tourist facilities.

   20 min

4. Cascais and Estoril are two popular beach resorts that are situated on the beautiful Lisbon coastline. Both Estoril and Cascais make for outstanding holiday destinations and offer wonderful beaches, interesting day trips and a social holiday atmosphere. Historically, Cascais was a minor fishing port, which was discovered in the 19th century by the Portuguese nobility, who transformed the sleepy town into a fashionable royal retreat. Today Cascais is a prosperous and lively town that offers grand mansions, pretty parks and a busy fishing harbour.

   30 min

5. Cascais is the finest resort town of the Lisbon coastline, and makes for an enjoyable destination for a day trip. Cascais is set along a beautiful coastline of sandy beaches and rocky headlands, while within the town are grand mansions, fascinating museums and attractive parks. There is a lot to see and do in Cascais and it is a highly recommended day trip. Historically, Cascais was a minor fishing port, until the Portuguese nobility transformed the town into a decadent summer retreat, filled with grand villas and lavish venues. Today, Cascais is a charming and prosperous town that responsibly blends elegant 19th century architecture with modern tourist facilities.

   1 h

6. See the Boca do Inferno is an interesting cliff formation close to Cascais, which has been given an overly dramatic name of Hell’s Mouth. The ceaseless pounding of the Atlantic Ocean on the cliffs chiselled out a small cave, which subsequently collapsed forming a small bay and natural arch.

   30 min

7. Visit Praia do Guincho is one of the finest beaches of the Lisbon region, that combines intense surfing with dramatic scenery. Guincho is situated on the western edge of the Serra da Sintra National Park and this designation has protected the remote and wild ambience of the beach from tourist development.

   20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Lisbon

• Its from-price is 41% above the median of the 629 city tours we list in Lisbon.
• It is longer than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Lisbon

Lisbon spills down its hills to the Tagus estuary, a city of tiled façades, rattling yellow trams, viewpoint terraces and late, unhurried dinners.

The old quarters hold most of the charm. Alfama's tangle of lanes climbs to São Jorge Castle and echoes with fado in the evening, the Baixa's orderly grid runs down to the vast Praça do Comércio on the river, and Bairro Alto and Chiado mix bookshops and cafés by day with bars by night. Viewpoints such as Santa Luzia and Senhora do Monte frame red rooftops and shining water.

Top-ranked sights in Lisbon: Commerce Square (Praça do Comércio), Pena National Palace (Palacio Nacional da Pena), Alfama.

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