moderate
5 hours
Participants should be comfortable walking for up to 2 hours over uneven terrain and able to handle transitions between modes of travel.
Combine historic Old Town streets, a serene Tagus River cruise, and a thrilling helicopter flight on a 5-hour Lisbon adventure with World Experience. Witness the city’s compelling layers from land, water, and sky for a truly distinctive tour.
All Ages • Old Town walking Tour + Helicopter flight + Waterfront Boat trip
Experience the enchanting sights of Lisbon on a unique 5-hour tour that combines a guided walking adventure, a scenic boat cruise on the Tagus River, and an exhilarating helicopter flight. Discover historic landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and breathtaking aerial views, making this an unforgettable exploration of Portugal's capital.
DURATION 5 hours
ABOUT Meet your guide in Rossio Square and immerse yourself in Lisbon's history with this tour. Walk to Restauradores Square to climb the Elevador da Glória, a famous Lisbon yellow tram that will take you to Bairro Alto to enjoy one of the best views of the city from the viewpoint of São Pedro de Alcântara. Walk to the Church of St. Roque, the church with the most valuable chapel in the world. Dazzle with the ruins of the Carmo Convent destroyed during the earthquake of 1755, as your guide tells of its historical past. Continue the tour down to Baixa of Lisbon, the historic and commercial area of the city- Go to the Alfama District and let yourself be engulfed by the architecture and history of the Cathedral of Lisbon, the oldest church in the capital of Portugal.
Follow your guide to Praça do Comércio, one of the largest and most beautiful squares in Europe, open to the south to the immense estuary of the Tagus River where foreign Kings and Heads of State from other countries were once received on a visit to Portugal.
Continue the tour aboard a boat along the Tagus River that will take you to Belém, the neighborhood of Lisbon that honors the memory of the era of Portuguese maritime discoveries, while admiring the iconic 25 de Abril Bridge, the emblematic building of the MAAT museum with its modern art architecture, the Padrão dos descobrimentos, a work of art dedicated to the most important Portuguese navigators and the Tower of Belem, a fortification created in the sixteenth century to defend Lisbon from invasions and attacks of the Tagus River.
Finish the tour in beauty with an exciting helicopter flight in which you can see the city of Lisbon from the skies and admire the breathtaking views of Lisbon's monuments from another perspective making this day memorable. Return to central Lisbon in an air-conditioned van.
HIGHLIGHTS
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WHAT TO BRING All passengers must show a valid ID or Passport at the check in desk in order to board at the helicopter
Cobblestone streets in Lisbon’s Old Town are uneven and require sturdy, supportive footwear.
The river cruise and helicopter ride expose you to strong sun without much shade, even on cooler days.
Scheduling is tight between walking, boating, and flying; arriving early helps keep the trip on track.
Bring only essentials to stay comfortable during transitions between walking, boat, and helicopter legs.
Lisbon’s waterfront developed as a crucial port during Portugal’s Age of Discovery in the 15th and 16th centuries, shaping global exploration.
Efforts to protect Lisbon’s river ecosystems promote sustainable tourism and prevent pollution along the Tagus estuary.
Ensures stability and comfort on cobbled streets and varied surfaces.
Protects skin during exposed river and helicopter segments under strong sun.
summer specific
Keeps you warm and shields against wind, especially on the boat and helicopter.
fall specific
Useful to carry water, camera, and personal items without being cumbersome.