Take an 8-hour private journey with Estrela d'Alva Tours through Lisbon’s historic quarters, iconic monuments, and vibrant viewpoints. This intimate tour offers cultural insights and tastes unique to Portugal’s capital.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for individuals comfortable with moderate walking over several hours on city streets and some elevation changes.
Wildlife
History
Lisbon’s historic sites like Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery reflect Portugal's maritime dominance during the 15th and 16th centuries, central to the Age of Discovery.
Conservation
Efforts in Lisbon emphasize preserving architectural heritage while promoting sustainable tourism practices, balancing visitor flows with urban conservation.
Estrela d'Alva Tours
Take an 8-hour private journey with Estrela d'Alva Tours through Lisbon’s historic quarters, iconic monuments, and vibrant viewpoints. This intimate tour offers cultural insights and tastes unique to Portugal’s capital.
Estrela d'Alva Tours is a Lisbon-based tour operator offering private day trips and guided experiences across central and coastal Portugal. Specializing in private itineraries and point-to-point transfers, Estrela d'Alva Tours lists trips that depart from Lisbon and Porto to destinations including Aveiro, Ílhavo, Sintra, Évora, Fatima, Óbidos, Nazaré, Batalha, Tomar, Alcobaça, Monsaraz, Arrábida, Cascais and Coimbra.
Many experiences emphasize local culture and hands-on encounters: moliceiro canal rides in Aveiro, visits to the Maritime Museum of Ílhavo and the Vista Alegre factory, a traditional Arraiolos rug workshop, cork-production visits, wine and cheese tastings at the Mourisca Tide Mill, and wine tasting at the Cartuxa winery in Évora. Several listed tours specify private transport with options for drop-off in Porto, Aveiro or Lisbon where indicated.
Offerings range from short 2-hour walking street art tours in Lisbon to full-day itineraries such as day trips that include Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais or multi-stop routes to Óbidos, Nazaré and Fatima. The catalog also includes themed routes — Templar castles, cork experiences, coastal beaches like Costa Nova, and cultural afternoons combining UNESCO sites and regional crafts.
Featured on The Adventure Collective, Estrela d'Alva Tours presents a broad portfolio of private guided options designed for travelers seeking tailored, local-led exploration and flexible logistics across Portugal.
Tours Offered
26
Private day trips across Portugal
Private Tours
Most listings
Personalized, private itineraries
Durations
2–9 hours
From 2-hour walks to full-day trips
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Reserve private transport and a local guide for Aveiro moliceiro rides, Arraiolos workshops, Sintra palaces, Évora heritage, or a Fatima pilgrimage. Availability varies—book early.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour involves extensive strolling on cobbled streets and uneven surfaces.
Stay hydrated throughout the day
Carry a water bottle especially during warmer months as the tour lasts several hours.
Bring a light jacket
Evenings can get cool near the river, so layering helps maintain comfort.
Carry cash for local treats
Small vendors and Pastéis de Belém shops may not accept cards, so bring euros.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protect your feet on cobbled and uneven streets throughout the city.
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Sun protection is important during long days outdoors, especially at scenic overlooks.
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Water bottle
Stay well-hydrated during the tour as you walk through Lisbon’s neighborhoods.
Light jacket or raincoat
Variable weather calls for layers to stay comfortable especially near the river or on cooler days.
spring|fall|winter