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LISBON, PORTUGAL

Arrive: 0800 Wednesday, 19 September

Onboard: 2300 Friday, 21 September

Brief Overview: During the Age of

Discovery, the Portuguese people took

to the sea and colonized much of

Africa and South America between

1325 and 1700. The country’s rugged

coastline, scenic views and city

monuments remind visitors of this

nautical heritage. The maze-like

narrow streets and alleys of the

Alfama area of Lisbon is a perfect

place to the start a city-wide

Scavenger Hunt that will lead to the

discover of many amazing sights,

including the Jeronimos Monastery in

Belem. Visitors to Lisbon will quickly

notice that the Portuguese “canvas”

of choice for centuries has been tile

painting. Beautiful murals adorn the sides of common buildings, churches and museums alike. The

traditional music of Fado can be heard and enjoyed in restaurants and clubs at night. Nature lovers will enjoy

bird watching at the Tagus Bird Santuary, exploring the lush gardens at Nation’s Park, Buçaco (overnight),

and the very modern Oceanarium. Soccer enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to the Benfica Stadium and a taste of

typical Portuguese cuisine.

Out of town: The southern beaches of the Algarve are alluring and invite visitors to soak up the sun or to try

their hand at fishing. Also, consider the nearby destination of Sintra, a favorite retreat of Lord Byron, and the

Palace of Pena. If you want to go a little deeper into the country, head to the lovely Oporto Valley.The Roman

Ruins at Conimbrigada were highly praised by previous SAS visitors.

Suggested short-cuts to simple planning:

Register for the following “bundles” of trips based on your interests.

Art and Architecture:

Day 1: LIS04 The Art of Tile Painting

Day 2: LIS25 Ancient & Modern Art in Lisbon

Cultural highlights:

Day 1: LIS02 Discover Lisbon

Day 1: LIS03 Alfama Alleys Scavenger Hunt

Day 2: LIS26 Gothic to Renaissance

Day 3: LIS38 Sintra Mysteries & Queluz Palace

Action/Adventure:

Taste of Portugal:

Day 1: LIS06 Fado & Folklore Dinner

Day 1: LIS01 Oporto & Duoro Valley (overnight)

Day 2: LIS30 Cooking Experience

Nightlife:

Day 1: LIS06 Fado & Folklore Dinner

Day 2: LIS32 Equestrian Show & Dinner

Day 2-3: LIS24-36 Lisbon & Caparica Beach

Day 1-3: LIS05-28-29-39 Segway Tour



Day 1: Wednesday, September 19

IMPORTANT: If you registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day.

Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course:

ARCH 3500 Looking at Cities: Studies in Urban Form and Character with Professor Boeschenstein

ARTH 3559 New Course in the History of Art: Europe and the Colonies, 1492-1945 with Professor Silver

SEMS 2500-101 The Economic History of Globalization with Professor White

LIS01 OPORTO & DOURO VALLEY 2 Days/1 Night

Oporto, the economic and cultural

capital of northern Portugal, is a city

with ancient origins that gave its name

to the entire country. Its architectural

heritage and enviable position near

the mouth of the River Douro have

made it an UNESCO World Heritage

site.

Portugal, and the spectacular winding gorge of the Douro Valley, is the most

beautiful of all. Enjoy a leisurely tour through this magnificent countryside

speckled with granite houses and wrought iron balconies to Portugal’s wine

country.

ITINERARY

Day 1: (L)

Your comfortable coach will take you to visit Oporto. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city passing

the scenic Douro River mouth, called “Foz”, the Clérigos tower and the City Hall located at

Avenida dos Aliados. At Vila Nova de Gaia, you will have the opportunity to visit one of the

wineries that produces the world-famous port and learn about its production. The discovery of

Port wine dates from the 17th century when British merchants keen to build up trade with

Portugal fortified the wine of Douro with brandy to prevent it from turning sour while in transit.

It was found that the stronger and sweeter the wine, the better flavor it acquired. Over the

years, methods of maturing and blending were refined and continue today in the port lodges.

You will continue to Vila Real, where you will have some time to stroll around. From here it is a quick drive to Peso da Regua.

The wine valleys of the Douro and its tributaries provide some of the most spectacular scenery in Portugal. Your last stop of

the day will be at Quinta da Pacheca where you will take guided tour.

Day 2: (B, L)

After breakfast you will board a Douro cruise for a four hour river tour of the Douro Valley. You will then board your coach at

Castelo de Paiva to return to Lisbon.

Reminder: No passenger is permitted to bring wine aboard the ship, not even as a gift.

STANDARD PRICE Early Booking

Adult $505.00 $450.00

Child $252.50 $225.00

TIME

Date Time

Depart September 19 0830

Return September 20 1700

MEALS INCLUDED

2 Lunches

1 Breakfast



LIS02 DISCOVER LISBON – CITY ORIENTATION Half-day

Lisbon is a city that inspires poetry and

creates its own mythology; Camões, in

his great Portuguese epic The Lusiadas,

described it as "Princess of the

World…before whom even the Ocean

Bows." You will head to the Belém area

where you will star by visiting the

Jeronimos Monastery. This monument

was built in the 16th century to

commemorate Vasco da Gama's

successful return from India. Continue to the interesting Maritime Museum, just

next door. This important museum celebrates Portugal's domination of the seas

and houses model ships from the Age of Discovery onward.

Stop for a break at Confeitaria Nacional to taste de famous Pastel de Belém.

Just across the way are the Belém Tower and the Monument to Discoveries. The first

was built in 1515 as a fortress to guard the entrance to Lisbon's harbor, it was the

starting point for many of the voyages of discovery, and for the sailors it was the last

sight of their homeland. The Monument to Discoveries was built in 1960 to

commemorate the 500th anniversary of the death of Prince Henry the Navigator. It

depicts a three-sailed ship ready to depart.

** Please Note that knees and shoulders must be covered for the Monastery visit **


Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $35.00 $30.00

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

snack

LIS03 ALFAMA ALLEYS SCAVENGER HUNT & CITY ORIENTATION Half-day

“Immerse” yourself in the most typical

of Lisbon quarters. On foot and by

tram, discover the multicultural

heritage of the quarter in its alleys,

narrow streets, hundreds of years old

houses, the emblematic Castle of

Saint George and many other hidden

places.

Participants will be given a briefing and general rules will be distributed, along

with road books, team numbering and pocket money. The “Alfama Peddy Paper” Scavenger Hunt takes place in the historic

center of Lisbon and will take participants to its most interesting points, of which we would highlight: the Castelo de S. Jorge,

Largo das Portas do Sol and Largo da Graça, the typical old quarters of the Bairro de Alfama, and the Largo do Chafariz de

Dentro, etc… The tasks to be accomplished will enhance the program in different ways. To achieve this, we have divided them

into the following general categories: Observation quizzes, local thematic quizzes, and tram trip, tasting a regional drink (cherry

brandy), shopping for typical products (sardines), and photos (optional). Come on you own or gather a team onboard and we

will crown the winners at the end.


Adult $80.00 $70.00

Child $40.00 $35.00

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

None



LIS04 THE ART OF TILES PAINTING Half-day

Many countries display their heritage in

museums. Portugal's national treasures are

colorful, hand-painted tiles – azulejos – that

adorn homes, buildings, palaces, churches

and even subway stations. Dating from the

15th century, the blue and white or multi-

colored tiles are a storybook of the country’s

artistic provenance from former times to

present day.

Enjoy a panoramic drive of the city centre on the way towards Alfama District. Stop at Portas do Sol Belvedere from where you

will view the typical façades of this old part of the city and its winding lanes and anarchic stairways. Just aside is the Ricardo

Espírito Santo Foundation, home of the Higher School of Decorative Arts Museum and the Institute of Arts and Crafts. Guests

will get in touch with local art and craft and see artisans specialized in leather carving, book binding, gold leaf making,

antiques and tile painting. You are invited to learn how to paint the historic tiles by participating in an unforgettable workshop.

There will be also time to visit the private collection offered to the nation by Ricardo Espírito Santo Silva, banker and art

collector.


Adult $55.00 $50.00

Child $27.50 $25.00

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS05 SEGWAY TOUR – GROUP A 2 ½ hours

In this tour you will have the thrilling

experience of riding a segway while

discovering Lisbon’s ancient historical

quarters. Walk or drive to the starting point

located in downtown, where an experienced

monitor will brief you how to ride a segway.

It moves by responding to simple body

movements and soon feels like a natural

extension of your body. Your ride will

take you through Alfama’s narrow and labyrinth like streets, steps, archways and

belvederes. You will get in touch with Lisbon’s authentic old way of life.

NOTE: Minimum age: 16 years Minimum weight: 100 Maximum weight: 260


Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $35.00 $30.00

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS06 FADO & FOLKLORE DINNER Evening

Portugal’s most famous musical form is the

Fado (“fate”) which is strongly influenced by

the country’s overseas explorations. The

essence of Fado is Saudade, “to miss”,

which is carried by a lyrical and sentimental

expression of a singer accompanied by the

Portuguese guitar. You will take a panoramic

drive before attending a music and dance

performance at a well-known restaurant.

Pateo de Alfama and Tram Ride

Alfama is the oldest quarter of Lisbon and where the best Fado houses are located. We

suggest a tram tour the Estrela quarter to the Portas do Sol Viewpoint. From there it is a

short walk to Patea de Alfama, a restaurant full of history and charm.

After the show, return to ship or try a disco or a bar on Ave 24 de Julho or in the Docas.

Return to the ship at your own expense.


Adult $110.00 $95.00

Child $55.00 $47.50

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

Dinner



Day 2: Thursday, September 20

LIS20 COIMBRA, ROMAN RUINS AT CONIMBRIGA, & BUÇACO 2 Days/1 Night

The Roman Ruins of Conimbriga, situated on a triangular spur bordered by two

deep and narrow valleys, are among the finest in the Iberian Peninsula.

Conimbriga was Celtic city in the Iron Age. The present ruins, however, are those

of a Roman town situated on either side of an important road which connected

Lisbon and Braga; it was founded in the first century and remained prosperous

over a long period. Buçaco National Park is the country’s most revered woodland

and the site of Napoleon’s first significant defeat during the Peninsular War. Over

700 species of trees, many of them introduced from other countries, flourish

through the forest. The royal palace stands in the heart of the forest, now a hotel

and summer retreat for royalty.

ITINERARY

Day 1: (L, D)

Drive by air-conditioned motorcoach to Coimbra to visit the city and local university. Enjoy

lunch at a local restaurant and then proceed to Buçaco National Park, crowning the

northernmost peak of the Serra do Bussaco. In the majestic forest stands the royal palace

of Buçaco built in the 19th century. Milestones and memorials of the victory won over the

Napoleonic army are the Obelisk and Military Museum.

Day 2: (B, L)

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Conimbriga to explore

the Roman ruins. Proceed to Nazaré for lunch at a local restaurant. Travel to Sitio, a belvedere

built on the edge of the cliff overlooking the sea from a height of 361 feet and offering a fine

view of the lower town and the beach. Continue to Óbidos, completely enclosed by lofty

medieval walls. This is a small town with whitewashed houses brightened by colorful

bougainvillea flowers. The massively towered castle has now been converted in to an elegant

pousada. In the mid-afternoon, depart for the return journey to Lisbon.


Adult $274.00 $241.00

Child $137.00

$121.00

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

2 Lunches

1 Dinner

1 Breakfast

LIS21 ALGARVE BEACHES & FISHING (optional as LIS22) 2 Days/1 Night

Leave Lisbon for Algarve, famous for its temperate climate and sandy beaches.

ITINERARY

Day 1: (L, D)

Travel past the cultivated and picturesque Algarve countryside toward Silves, the

former capital of the Moorish province of Algarve. The city retains a proper

character and an interesting historical center. Visit the Moorish Castle and enjoy

the views from the town. Then head north into the foothills of the Serra de

Monchique, a mountain range covered with cork, chestnut and eucalyptus trees.

From here you will go to Alvor, famous for its deluxe and private resorts where

you will enjoy some time to relax and have lunch at a restaurant. From here you

will be driven to Lagos, where you will stay overnight. Visit the historical town of Lagos with its sturdy medieval walls that testify

its importance in the 15th century when shipyards built the caravels. Reminders of the past can be seen around every corner,

including the site of Europe’s first slave market and the ornately gilded Chapel of Saint Anthony. Drive to the Hotel for dinner.

Day 2: (B)

Spend the day relaxing on the beach or deep sea fishing.


Adult $325.00 $309.00

Child $162.50 $154.50

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

1 Lunch

1 Dinner

1 Breakfast



LIS22 ALGARVE DEEP SEA FISHING – OPTIONAL only w/LIS21 TBD

Algarve is considered one of the best big game fishing places in the world due to

the influence of the warm currents of the Mediterranean Sea. The temperature

breaks created when bodies of warm and cool water are pushed up against each

other also attract bait and big fish. The natural habitat of several types of sharks

(Blue Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Mako) and you can find others species such as

Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Swordfish, Tuna, Dourados, Bonitos, and others.


Adult $94.00 $89.00

Child $47.00 $44.50

TIME

Date Time

Depart September 21

Return September 21

MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS23 AQUEDUCT TOUR 2 Days/1 Night

ITINERARY

Day 1: (L, D)

This excursion will give you the chance to to take a close look at the Water

Museum located near the old wall of the Convento dos Barbadinhos, where, in

1884, the first elevated steam station was built to distribute water from the

Aqueduto de Alviela for use in Lisboa. The Water Museum explains this rare and

complex 18th century water supply system, a space that was awarded the Council

of Europe Museum Prize in 1990. It maintains the atmosphere of an industrial

installation from the 19th century and has various exhibition rooms and steam

machines. This museum shows visitors a considerable amount of the history of

how water was supplied to Lisbon. You will then departure towards the region of

Alentejo, characterized by flat landscapes sprinkled with yellow wheat fields.

You’ll visit the walled city of Evora, shaped by its Roman and Moorish

occupations which during the Middle Ages, and one of the most dynamic

cities in the Portuguese Kingdom. The city of Evora, a living museum

itself, has retained most of its splendor and has been classified by

UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. On your arrival to Evora you will enjoy

lunch at a traditional restaurant. After lunch, enjoy a guided visit passing

by its narrow alleys the Roman Temple of Diana with its Corinthian

columns; the Cathedral of Santa Maria; and at Sao Francisco Church

where you’ll visit the very interesting Ossuary Chapel, whose walls are

covered with thousands of human bones and skulls. You will then have

some free time for personal activities.

Day 2: (B, L)

After breakfast at the Hotel depart in the direction of Elvas. This is one of the greatest and most heavily fortified frontier towns

in Europe, with military fortifications that are among the most sophisticated and best preserved in the continent.

Lying outside the city walls is the city's most famous sight, the towering Amoreira Aqueduct, that is 7km (4.5miles) in length

that took over 100 years to complete. With a total of 843 arches, and at places rising to over 30m (100ft), it still supplies

water to the city. Continue towards Reguengos de Monsaraz. The small size of this national monument of schist and lime

reveals such architectural and cultural coherence that it transports us back to the Middle Ages. You will visit the charming

village of Monsaraz and after lunch return back to Lisbon.


Adult $302.00 $289.00

Child $151.00 $144.50

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

2 Lunch

1 Dinner

1 Breakfast



LIS24 LISBON & CAPARICA BEACH BY BIKE – GROUP A Half-day

Get out of the city with us, but don't

forget to pack you sunscreen and

bathing suit. Prepare yourself for

one of the best beach days you

have ever had. Get to know

the Southern banks of the Tagus with

over 30 kms of sandy beaches.

Explore some amazing locations from the most traditional fishing villages to

the hottest club beaches in the area.


Adult $65.00 $55.00

Child $32.50 $27.50

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS25 ANCIENT & MODERN ARTS IN LISBON Half-day

The origin of the National Museum of

Ancient Art goes back to the Retrospective

Exhibition of Ornamental Portuguese and

Spanish Art that took place in 1882. The

collection of the most important museum in

the country was basically derived from

the very large artistic spoils coming from

the many convents and monasteries

abolished by the liberal law of 1834 and

later enriched with acquisitions from

the national palaces after the monarchy and generous donations. It has

remarkable collections of Portuguese and foreign painting from the 12th to 19th centuries, sculpture from the 12th to 18th

centuries, gold and silver work from the 12th to 18th centuries, drawings from the 15th to 18th centuries, European prints

from the 16th to 19th centuries, Portuguese and foreign ceramics, tapestry, textiles and furniture with a focus on Indo-

Portuguese style. The painting starts with a master piece: the polyptic of Saint Vicent by the royal painter Nuno Gonçalves of

the 15th century. In this section, you’ll see an ensemble of Portuguese Flemish painting for altars from the same period.

The Goldsmith collection is the most representative in Portugal. The museum has around 2000 religious and civil pieces going

from the 12th to the 21th century. The most representative pieces are the monstrance, crosses and reliquaries as well as

the tableware of the House Germain. Most of the pieces show precious stones from Orient and Brazil. The furniture changes

according to the tastes of our monarchs and the influence from Europe. Also here it was used the exotic woods from Brazil and

the Orient.

The pieces from India, as the porcelains from the 16th century and the folding screens named Namban, where the Portuguese

were represented by the Japanese in the 16th (unique in the world) are a must. The collection of ceramic shows us

the different factories in Portugal (Viana do Castelo, Factory of Rato, Factory of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia, Coimbra, Caldas

da Rainha and Estremoz). The tour ends with the visit of the church belonging to an old convent that burned and gave its

ground to the museum. It was decorated with glazed tiles and gilded carved wood.

The Centre of Modern Art, whose acquisitions program began at the end of the 1950’s, contains the most representative

Portuguese 20th artists, as well as some foreign artists with whom the former were acquainted, dating mostly up to the 1950’s.

Our visit will include names as Almada Negreiros, Mário Eloy, Amadeu de Souza Cardoso, Mário Cesariny, Paula Rego, Eduardo

Viana and Maria Helene Vieira da Silva.

Lisbon is linked with the heroic deeds of the Portuguese maritime exploration, in the 15th and 16th centuries. This was

the Age of Discoveries and the Golden Era of Portugal, transforming Lisbon into the opulent centre of a vast empire.


Adult $60.00 $50.00

Child $30.00 $25.00

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

None



LIS26 GOTHIC TO RENAISSANCE: RELIGIOUS & MILITARY ORDERS Full-day

En route to Alcobaça you’ll have

the chance to see the outer

bounds of Lisbon and hear

information on Portugal’s

economy, history, gastronomy

and traditions applied to the

region of Estremadura were

you’ll find the villages of

Alcobaça and Batalha. You’ll get

to know what was the

Portuguese Reconquest (1st Dynasty of Portugal) as well as the meaning of

the religious and military Orders in that Campaign. The Monastery of Santa Maria de Alcobaça was founded in 1153 by

the Cistercian Order to fulfill a pledge made by King Afonso Henriques, 1st King of Portugal, when he conquered Santarém

from the Moors. The church is the first and largest work of Portuguese primitive gothic. In the transept you’ll find two master

pieces of Portuguese gothic sculpture: the tomb of King Pedro I and the tomb of Inês de Castro. These two Gothic tombs,

dating from around 1360, bear evidences of the tragic love story of their occupants. In the monastery find out the importance

of the Cister Order in Portugal, its responsibility in the development of Alcobaça area and the foundation of one of the first

Portuguese public Schools in Portugal. This monastery its World Heritage of UNESCO since it is one of the most important

Abbeys in Europe concerning its architecture and maintenance. The Monastery also shows the different areas added between

the 14th and the 18th century.

The Monastery of Santa Maria da Victoria in Batalha was built in the 14th century to commemorate the victory of the Battle of

Aljubarrota against the Spanish. It meant the beginning of the second Dynasty of Portugal by King John I, father of Henry the

Navigator. The monastery is the example of the flamboyant gothic in Portugal already in the last period of this art. The main

doorway is a true example of religious sculpture. Find the tombs of the royal family, a master piece concerning gothic

sculpture in Portugal. In the same pantheon is the tomb of Henry the Navigator. Find the gothic cloister with the tomb of the

unknown soldier always protected by two soldiers and at the end admire the unfinished chapels, pantheon of King Duarte.

The monastery is World Heritage of UNESCO since 1983 and has the most important assemble of medieval stain glass

windows (15th century) in Portugal.

Drive to Aljubarrota Interpretation Center for an interactive visit about the Portuguese to Spanish. Enjoy a break for lunch at

the Center restaurant before continuing to Tomar where you’ll know more about the role of the Templar in Portugal and of

the Military Order of Christ. The first was extinguished in 1312 in France and the Order of Christ received part of its goods and

Horsemen. It’s with this Order that Portugal set sail for the Portuguese Discoveries. Find out why there is a Synagoge in Tomar

when more than 90% are Christians in Portugal. The Tour Guide will inform you on the history, gastronomy and culture of this

city.

Visit the Convent of Christ founded by the military Order of Christ inside the Templar’s castle (1160). See the octagonal

Templar church and the Manueline decoration in the window of the Chapter Room (1510). The Convent was enlarged until the

17th century and the big cloister is the finest example of the Portuguese Renaissance art. In its assemble, the Convent has

examples of the Romanesque, Gothic and Manueline, of the Portuguese Discoveries period, of the Renaissance, the

Mannerism and Baroque art expressions. Returning to the ship guests will pass through the region of Ribatejo known for

the bull and horse breading as well as bullfighting. Ribatejo is also much known for its rural economy and its relation to

the river Tagus, which has a very important Natural Park, actually it’s one of the most important bird-nesting places in Europe.


Adult $130.00 $115.00

Child $65.00 $57.50

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch



LIS27 BENFICA STADIUM & GASTRONOMY Half-day

Depart from the pier in direction to

Benfica, from your bus you will view

Lisbon’s 12th century aqueduct.

Continue to “Estádio da Luz" situated in

Benfica. This Stadium has capacity for

65.400 people and it belongs to Benfica

Football Club founded in 1904. Benfica

Club has entered the Guinness Book of

Records in 2006 as being the club with

more members in the world with a total of 161 million in and outside Portugal.

Benfica’s glorious history includes 2 Champions League Cup and 31 National

League trophies.

Visit the dressing rooms and the VIP’s stadium areas as well as the recycle center. Afterwards you will have free time for

shopping at the Benfica store where you can find all sort of merchandise. Victoria the Benfica’s eagle mascot may be

welcoming you when you visit the grass or at the store (not guaranteed).

Before the drive back to ship you enjoy a buffet lunch based on delicious Portuguese Gastronomy while you can view the

stadium, just in front.


Adult $95.00 $85.00

Child $47.50 $42.50

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch

LIS28 SEGWAY TOUR – GROUP B 2 ½ hours

In this tour you will have the trilling

experience of riding a segway whistle




monitor will brief you how easy is to ride a

segway. It moves by responding to simple

body movements and soon feels like a

natural extension of your body. Your ride will


belvederes. You will get in touch with Lisbon authentic old way of life.



Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $35.00 $30.00

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS29 SEGWAY TOUR – GROUP C 2 ½ hours














Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $35.00 $30.00

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

None



LIS30 COOKING EXPERIENCE 3 ½ hours

It is through gastronomy that

one may discover the most genuine

characteristics of a country.

Experience the Portuguese way

around the table, at a workshop with

a fully equipped kitchen, where you

will first taste some appetizers. This

means, a glass of wine, traditional

bread, Portuguese country sausages,

cheese and olive oil.

After this introduction you will get down to business as you prepare the starters, the main course and dessert. Everything in

this workshop will relate to Portuguese traditional gastronomy, some of it sharing century old recipes created at monasteries.

The workshop will end at the table, where you will have the chance to savor all the delicacies you have cooked.


Adult $110.00 $95.00

Child $55.00 $47.50

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch

LIS31 SINTRA & PENA NATIONAL PARK Full-day

On this tour you will be driven along Sintra

National Protected Forest area along twisted

and narrow streets that will connect you to a

mysterious world. Visit the Pena Palace

situated in Pena Park a stretch of rambling

woodland, with a scattering of lakes and

follies. The Palace is also associated to

the Portuguese Discoveries built from an

original convent that was built to

celebrate the first sight of Vasco da Gama’s returning fleet. Enjoy some time to

stroll around its surroundings before heading the Romantic village of Sintra recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site since

1995. Enjoy some time on your own before the drive to a local restaurant to enjoy a typical Portuguese meal.

After lunch continue in the direction to Cascais a beach and resort town, on the way admire the coastal views over the Atlantic

Ocean including the famous windy Guincho beach. Cascais and Estoril have received many noble families from European

countries during the Second World War, and still keep the manor houses from that time. Time permitting, you can enjoy a stroll

along the pedestrian area from Cascais to Estoril. Your bus will pick you up on the way and then return to Lisbon and ship.


Adult $110.00 $95.00

Child $55.00 $47.50

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch

LIS32 MORGADO LUSITANO – EQUESTRIAN SHOW & DINNER Evening

Located in surrounding countryside of Lisbon,

the Morgado Lusitano is a place to see and

experience Portuguese Classical Riding and

Dressage at its best. You will be visiting a

rural property with beautiful and well trained

Lusitanos horses, skilful riders and trainers.

Upon arrival at the Quinta da Portela you can

delight in the tranquillity of the place and the

splendid views over the Tagus River.

The equestrian show will be performed by experience riders some of them being

proeminant figures of the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art. Enjoy the glamour of the 18th century customs style and learn

nearly every movement used in both competion and classical dressage. Shoulderin, half pass, pirouette, counter canter, tempi

changes, “piaffe” passage among others are some of the riding performances.


Adult $115.00 $105.00

Child $57.50 $52.50

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

Dinner



Day 3: Friday, September 21

LIS33 BIRDWATCHING IN TAGUS ESTUARY NATURAL RESERVE Half-day

Meet the group and start this nature tour

to Eastern Lisbon to Tagus estuary home

of more than 250 species. Portugal is not

only one of Europe’s great beauties, it is

also the keeper of one of Europe’s

splendid secrets— its rich habitat and

relatively small population make Portugal

a magnificent location for bird watching.

The Tagus estuary area is considered a

Ramsar wetland site of international importance, and includes a wide Special

Protection Zone (ZPE) and a Nature Reserve (RNET), of over 14.000 hectares,

specifically created to protect wintering, passage and breeding populations of aquatic birds.

You will be able to observe a quite extraordinary range of birds, from Flamingo to Black-shouldered Kite and Squacco Heron to

Little Bustard. Nature seems especially close here, because of the unique age-old relationship between agriculture and

the land. Enormous, powerful black bulls abound, lazing under cork oaks, while the ecological balance created over centuries

has ensured a wide biodiversity. The range of lichens on cork is both unique and remarkable. Many wild mammals

are common, especially the Egyptian mongoose, which is regularly seen, moving in family groups. The places visited include

special habitats: intertidal mudflats, salt marshes, salt pans, rice fields, reed beds, cork oak woodlands and wide steppe-

like pastures.


Adult $110.00 $95.00

Child $55.00 $47.50

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS34 COIMBRA & STUDENT REPUBLIC Full-day

Coimbra, also known as the city

of Students, is beautifully

situated on a hillside. Many

poets, inspsired by the romantic

setting, have immortalized the

charm of Portugal’s first capital

and have helped to make it a

centre of fine arts and letters.

During your walking tour, you will visit the University of Coimbra, founded in 1290

and permanetely established in the buildings of the medieval royal palace in the 1537. See the univerisity’s famous biblioteca

and the Sala dos Capelos, originally the king’s throne room but used today for important university ceremonies.

As Setember is the start of a new academic year, you will likely see students on the streets with their traditional black caps,

directed by the university’s bell tower, nicknamed “the Goat.” You will also have an opportunity to see student houses or

Republics.

Cotinue your walking tour through the old town for a glimpse of the new cathedral and a visit to the old. Continue through the

old door of the Arab Medina and hear the fado (traditional music) played by the shops in the area. Along Sophia Street, you will

see pastry shops, restaurants and shops occupying some of the oldest buildings in Coimbra before reaching the Holy Cross

Church.

Have lunch at a local eatery and enjoy some free time before heading back to Lisbon.


Adult $135.00 $120.00

Child $67.50 $60.00

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MEALS INCLUDED

Lunch



LIS35 WATER MUSEUM & AQUEDUCT Half-day

Enjoy a guided tour of three integral sites of Lisbon’s complex 18th century water

system. The Water Museum takes visitors through the history of how water was

supplied to Lisbon and maintains the atmosphere of an industrial installation

from the 19th century with its various exhibition rooms and steam machines.

The Lisbon Aqueduct was built in 1746 to bring clean drinking water into the city.

Its inaugural stone was laid at the Mae de Aqua reservoir (Mother of Water); the

cool stone chamber of which, with its floating platform, is often used for art

exhibitions. The aqueduct is composed of 109 stone arches, which were the

tallest in the world when the aqueduct was built. The highlights of the aqueduct

are 14 arches which cross the Alcantara Valley, the tallest of which is 65m (213ft) with a span of 29m (95ft). While all 58km

(36 miles) of the aqueduct cannot be seen at once, the best view can be had from the Campolide train station.


Adult $44.00 $39.00

Child $22.00 $19.50

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS36 LISBON & CAPARICA BEACH BY BIKE – GROUP B Half-day

Get out of the city with us, but don't forget to

pack you sunscreen and bathing suit.

Prepare yourself for one of the best beach days

you have ever had. Get to know the Southern

banks of the Tagus with over 30 kms of sandy

beaches. Explore some amazing locations from

the most traditional fishing villages to

the hottest club beaches in the area.


Adult $65.00 $55.00

Child $32.50 $27.50

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

None

LIS37 LISBON OCEANARIUM Half-day

Our tour begins with a

drive through the centre of Lisbon.

Enjoy a photo stop at Edward VII

Park from where you can view all

the downtown, Saint Georges

Castle and Tagus River.

We then travel outside the city to

the site of the EXPO 98, the last

World Exhibition held in the 20th

century, to visit the main attraction here, the spectacular Oceanarium. Designed by American architect Peter Chermayeff, it is

the largest Oceanarium in Europe, and features sea life found in the world’s greatest oceans. There are four environments

recreating the coastal habitats of the Antarctic, Pacific, Indian and Atlantic Oceans. The Oceanarium also houses an extensive

collection of over 15,000 creatures representing more than 200 different species, including sharks, which hold a particular

fascination for visitors of all ages. We will also see an immense decorative azulejo design, which consists of 54,000 hand-

painted tiles portraying elements of marine fauna.

Following our visit to the Oceanarium, we will have some free time to either explore Nation’s Park, or visit the Vasco da Gama

shopping mall to browse for souvenirs or enjoy a relaxing drink on the terrace (at own expense).


Adult $60.00 $50.00

Child $30.00 $25.00

TIME

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MEALS INCLUDED

None



LIS38 SINTRA MYSTERIES TOUR & QUELUZ PALACE Half-day

On this tour participants will learn about

Portuguese literature and Sintra village, a

UNESCO site since 1995, which was a

favorite location for writers and poets in

general Lord Byron, Alfred Tennyson, Hans

Christian Andersen, Isaac Bashevis Singer -

nobel Prize of Literature. You will also learn

about one of the most celebrated

Portuguese writers, Eça de Queirós born in

1845, considered the father of modern novelism in Portugal, with his caricatures

of Portuguese society. In the late 19th century, he wrote “Mistérios da Estrada de Sintra” in cooperation with a fellow writer. It

was first published as a series of anonymous letters centered in a plot of mystery and intrigue that takes place between Lisbon

and Sintra. “Os Maias”, considered by most as Queirós’ masterpiece, combining a perplexing theme with a satirical portrayal of

Portuguese society (mostly aristocracy). “A Cidade e as Serras”, focuses on the differences between city and countryside,

describing the bustle life in Paris and the quiet life in Tormes (his hometown).

Start the walking tour, following the steps of characters in “Os Maias”, on their way

through the idyllic town. The walking tour will start near Sintra’s National, Palace, from

where one can also admire the Moorish Castle firmly located at the top of a hill. From

the Palace’s Square, one will proceed upwards, heading to Quinta da Regaleira. This

Quinta once owned by a wealthy Portuguese, combine’s neo-Gothic, Romanic and neo-

Manueline influences. From here the walk will continue to Lawrence’s hotel, the first

hotel in the Iberian Peninsula and ending at Seteais built in the 18th century by a

Dutch consul and nowadays a deluxe hotel.

Before returning to Lisbon, there will a pause for a pastry tasting at Lawrence’s Hotel as well as some leisure time to stroll

around the charming alleys of Sintra.

Leave Sintra and head toward Queluz, the site chosen for the royal residence at the end of the 18th century. Queluz Palace is

known for its 17th and 18th century decoration. The pieces displayed in the palace and the gardens and facades showing a

French influence, will give you a good idea of court life during those times. Return to the ship.


Adult $65.00 $55.00

Child $32.50 $27.50

TIME

Date Time

Depart September 21 TBD

Return September 21 TBD

MEALS

None

LIS39 SEGWAY TOUR – GROUP D 2 ½ hours














Adult $70.00 $60.00

Child $35.00 $30.00

TIME

Date Time



MEALS INCLUDED

None

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