Barcelona
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Art and Architecture in Barcelona (8 hours)
Highlights:
An architectural delight awaits you today in Barcelona, one of the most exciting cities in Europe. Receive a warm greeting at the port by your private guide and driver and commence your full-day tour with a visit to Gaudi's masterpiece, the impressive, but unfinished Sagrada Familia. Although work started on this project in 1882, this iconic church is not expected to be complete until 2028!
Next, visit Parc Guell, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi's most colourful creations. Continue along Passeig de Gracia, to view Gaudi's Casa Batlló and Casa Mila from the outside, with its brilliant wave-like façade.
After lunch, lose yourself in the narrow streets of the true heart of the city - the medieval Gothic Quarter. Here you will visit the magnificent 13th-century Cathedral, and the Picasso Museum, where some of the painter's earliest works are housed. At the end of your tour you are transferred back to the port.
- Walk the labyrinthine alleys of the medieval Gothic Quarter to find architectural gems like the Church of Santa Maria del Mar
- Admire the Sagrada Familia and the Picasso Museum, where some of the artist's earliest works are housed.
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Gaudi’s Barcelona (4 hours)
Highlights:
Receive a warm greeting at the port from your private guide and driver and commence your half-day tour with a visit to Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s masterpiece; the impressive, but unfinished Sagrada Familia. Although work started on this project in 1882, this iconic church is not expected to be completed until 2028!
Continue on to Parc Guell, a beautiful municipal garden with a superb panoramic view over the city; the focal point is a colourful sea-serpent-shaped central terrace. Visit the gatehouse where Gaudi lived during his later years which is now a museum dedicated to him. Transfer back to the port at the end of your tour.
- Visit the impressive, but still unfinished Sagrada Familia, masterpiece of the Catalan architect
- Wander through Parc Guell, the UNESCO World Heritage Site considered Gaudi's most colourful creation
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Authentic Barcelona by Bike
Overview: Uncover the most authentic side of Barcelona riding the world's best folding bike, a Brompton. Be led by an expert bike guide and venture into a unique and exclusive experience. Connect with your local guide by sharing and listening to trivia stories about Barcelona. Embark on a ride to explore the least touristy Eixample and Gracia districts. Glimpse the Plaça d'Espanya, the Hospital de la Santa Creu, Sant Pau, and modernist estates.
Duration: 3 Hours
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Barcelona Sailing Journey
Overview: Experience the thrill of sailing the Barcelona Coastline. Glimpse the Barcelona skyline from a different perspective and spot some landmarks, including Frank Gehry Golf Fish Sculpture and the Twin Towers", Torres Venecianas. Immerse yourself in the serene deep blue while seeping your glass of wine. Weather permitting, anchor and venture in a short swim.
Duration: 4 Hours
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Exploring Cavas' Origin
Overview: Uncover the dedication of a biodynamic winegrowers family committed to excellence in long-aged wines. Venture on a stroll around the winery's iconic vineyards to discover the distinctive features of a unique spot in the Penedès region. Sheltered by the woods, taste a base wine paired with a light snack. Elevate your experience by savoring three long-aged sparkling wines, a limited-edition white wine, and an extra-virgin olive oil.
Duration: 4 Hours
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From Market to Home with a Top Chef
Overview: Led by a top Chef who graduated from the prestigious Cordon Bleu School in Paris, embark on an exclusive gourmet journey at her private penthouse. Head to a 19th-century local market and thoroughly select the finest ingredients for your recipe. Dare to partake in the cooking process while you uncover some secrets of high-end cuisine. Savor the combination of flavors paired with a premium selection of Spanish Wines.
Duration: 4 Hours
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Hike a World of Nature (7,5 miles)
Overview: Step away from the bustling Barcelona and embrace Catalonia's unique landscape with La Garrotxa and Fageda d'en jordà. Venture into an exciting 7,5 miles hike through the Natural Park of the Volcanic Zone of La Garrotxa. Engage in a circular route through La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. Ascend to the inside of Santa Margarita volcano and discover a chapel lying on its crater. Dive into Fageda d'en Jordà, a unique beech forest that grows on the lava flow of Croscat Volcano. Finalize your trail with a stop at the Croscat Volcano grederes.
Duration: 4 Hours
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Montserrat Discovery Hike (5 miles)
Overview: Ancient Wonders and hidden gems await you on the famous needles of Montserrat Mountain. Venture into an exciting and intimate hike connecting you to Montserrat's outlandish and most authentic elements. Uncover the region of Agulles and the north face of Montserrat, passing between the needles, having to take some steps climbing ropes, and ending up visiting emblematic places such as Cadireta or Foradada.
Duration: 4 Hours
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Montserrat from the Skies
Overview: Marvel at Montserrat Mountain's impressive scenic views. With a bird' s-eye view, witness these massive conglomerates, which form unexpectedly imposing sculptures due to their geological evolution. They all have names related to their shapes, and we find caves, chasms, and torrents in their shelter.
Flying over the Montserrat mountain, the spiritual Center of Catalonia is undoubtedly one of the most surprising and impressive experiences.
Duration: 1 Hour
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10/17/2025 |
10/17/2025 |
Valencia
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Valencia Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Valencia's downtown core. You'll pass the gardens and the Gulliver -- a lovely children's playground. See the Music Palace and its beautiful fountain before entering Valencia's Art Nouveau Quarter.
Admire the famous Columbus Market, the shopping district, and the huge, ancient trees in the Parterre and Glorieta gardens. Keep an eye out for the Calle de la Paz -- one of Valencia's nicest streets. You'll soon find yourself at the religious hub of the city, surrounded by the cathedral, the Miguelete Tower and the Church of Saint Catherine. Notice the Town Hall, Post Office, bull ring and the beautiful railway station. Take photos at the City of Arts & Science -- one of the city's most iconic building complexes.
At L'Oceanographic, discover an authentic marine park with a volume of nine million gallons of water. This is the largest oceanographic park in Europe, with one section for fish and invertebrates and another for marine mammals.
Please Note: Wear comfortable shoes.
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
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2025 Valencia Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
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Spain: Valencia Highlights Tour - 5 hours
Nestled along the sunny Costa Azahar the orange blossom coast lies the beautiful, city of Valencia, where ancient history meets modern innovation and everything in between.
Your private bilingual guide will pick you up and show you the secrets of the famous City of Arts and Sciences, taking you past the original, medieval city gates, among other historical and emblematic sites, before you enter the bustling, pedestrian historic city center where you’ll find ancient Roman ruins at the L’Almoina underground archeological museum. You’ll also visit La Lonja Silk Exchange, our prized UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s greatest examples of gothic architecture.
You´ll also see and hear the stories of the Basilica in the Plaza de la Virgen, as well as the Cathedral and many of our city plazas such as the main Plaza Ayuntamiento, where locals and tourists gather together for business and leisure. Your guide will help you expertly maneuver the busy Mercado Central, where locals buy and sell fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, wines and more.
After all that exploring, you’re sure to work up an appetite. it's time to stop to taste the famous Horchata drink with the sweet traditional fartons.
What's Included?
- 5-hours private guided tour
- Entrance to 2 monuments
- Snack
- Transportation during the whole tour in private taxi
What Isn't Included?
- Meals or drinks not mentioned
- Souvenirs
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Highlights of Valencia (4 hours)
Highlights:
Admire the remarkable riverside designs of renowned contemporary architect Calatrava en route to the 15th century Silk Exchange of the Llotja. Stop for a glass of horchata en route to the beautiful Gothic cathedral, where the supposed Holy Grail is treasured.
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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10/18/2025 |
10/18/2025 |
Cartagena (Spain)
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Cartagena Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Discover the beautiful port city of Cartagena, offering the perfect combination of culture and gastronomy. This is your invitation to acquaint yourself with the beautiful architectural heritage of Cartagena and experience the real Spanish culture of tapas.
Strolling through the city center with your guide, you will stop at five of the city's most iconic bars and restaurants.
The rich heritage of Cartagena is evident in its superb buildings, including the beautiful Roman Theatre, which speaks eloquently to a time when the Mediterranean was dominated by Rome.
Please Note: Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tour requires a moderate amount of walking.
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
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2025 Cartagena Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
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10/19/2025 |
10/19/2025 |
Malaga
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Malaga Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Málaga is in the center of the Costa del Sol. Many ancient civilizations have left their mark here, evident in Málaga's rich archaeological remains and fascinating monuments. On a panoramic drive through town and to Torremolinos, you will admire from the outside the beautiful architecture of the Alcazaba Palace -- a historic castle built in the 11 th Century as the residence of the Arabian Caliphs.
You will also admire from the coach the ruins of the former Roman theatre of Malaga. It lies at the foot of the hill of the Alcazaba Fortress. Enjoy some free time to explore on your own or set off with your guide on a short walking tour. Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
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2025 Malaga Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
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Spain: Malaga Walk & Taste Tour - 3 hours
Highlights
Join for a fun and delicious evening and learn how Malaga has become one of the country’s top dining destinations!
Have a stroll through the beautifully illuminated streets of Malaga, tasting some of the best local wines paired with delicious tidbits. From different typical Malaga sweet wines, to refreshing whites, fruity reds and even artisanal vermouth, you will really get to experience our diverse wine growing regions. Bars, taverns and restaurants will make you feel welcome, offering their tastiest treats like Iberian cold cuts, fresh seafood and other local specialties.
You will pass by some of the most emblematic venues and hidden alleyways of Malaga by night in an enchanting tour that combines food, culture and history.
What's Included?
- 3 hours private tour with an expert local guide
- 4 Foodie Stops
- 8 Tapas & 5 paired Wines.
What Isn't Included?
- Meals & Drinks not mentioned
- Souvenirs
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Gibralfaro (4 hours)
Highlights:
Make your way to Mount Gibralfaro to kearn how the famed castle is intertwined with Malaga's millennia of history. Visit the Picasso Museum to witness the magnificent collection of paintings and sculptures from one of Spain's most famed creatives.
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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10/20/2025 |
10/20/2025 |
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Gibraltar
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10/21/2025 |
10/21/2025 |
Seville (Cadiz)
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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2025 Cadiz Local Highlights Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests will enjoy a pre-arranged sightseeing itinerary with a Private Car and Guide to explore the following destination highlights.
Your tour will begin from the port of Cádiz with a panoramic drive through the Old Town and the bay area. Your guide will point out such highlights as the former Tobacco Factory -- now the Cadiz Palace of Congress -- and Santo Domingo Church, the Old Royal Prison, the Roman theatre, and San Sebastian and Santa Catalina Castles. Admire the Plaza de España, with its Monument to the Liberal Assembly, and the Provincial Deputation Building -- both built in neo-Classical style.
You will see the San Carlos Gate, the Alameda Apodaca and the Church of the Carmen, San Juan de Dios Square, the Town Hall, Santa Maria and Victoria Beaches and the ubiquitous football (soccer) stadium. You will have an external view of the Cadiz Cathedral. Enjoy some free time in the vicinity of the cathedral before returning to the pier.
Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes.
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Entrance fees for listed sights
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Items of personal nature
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2025 Cadiz Customize Your Day Option - 4 Hours - Provided by Project Expedition
Guests have the flexibility to customize their day to explore as they wish. Guests may advise their Private Guide on the day of the tour where they would like to go. Please plan ahead to secure any necessary reservations or entrance tickets for your guests' planned stops. *
Tour can be scheduled to start at either 8:00am or 12:30pm.
Included:
- Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 4 hours
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Excluded:
- Gratuities to guide and driver
- Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Items of personal nature
*Mileage restrictions may apply.
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10/23/2025 |
10/23/2025 |
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At Sea
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10/24/2025 |
10/24/2025 |
Lisbon
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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An Exploration of Lisbon (8 hours)
Highlights:
Lying north of the River Tagus estuary and stretching over seven hills, Portugal's capital city has much to offer. Receive a warm welcome at the port by your private guide and driver and from here commence your engaging tour of Lisbon.
Explore the Belem district with its magnificent Jerónimos Monastery, an extraordinary example of Portugal's 'Manueline' style of architecture. Once populated by monks, the UNESCO-listed monastery was commissioned by King Manuel I to celebrate Vasco da Gama's discovery of a sea route to India in 1498. Time permitting, visit Torre de Belém (Belém Tower), one of Lisbon's most iconic buildings and symbolic of Portugal's great Age of Expansion.
Next, it's time for a refreshment stop, where you may wish to sample the famous and scrumptious Pastéis de Belém (Portuguese custard tarts). From here you return to your cruise ship.
- Discover the beautiful Belem district with its magnificent Jeronimos Monastery
- Behold the priceless treasures on display at the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum and try the exquisite pasteis de nata local pastries
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Queluz, Sintra and Estoril (8 hours)
Highlights:
Venture outside of Lisbon to explore Queluz, Sintra and Estoril during your private shore excursion. Take the short driver to the sumptuous 18th-century Queluz Palace, where you can admire the magnificent formal gardens and azulejo-lined canals.
Afterwards visit Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and Moorish emirs before them. Today, this town, nestling on the north side of the Sintra Mountain, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stroll through the town where charming streets are filled with fine handicraft shops. You then descend to Guincho beach for a fabulous view of Cape Rock, the westernmost point of the European continent and continuing to the resort town of Estoril on the scenic coastal road with fantastic views, en route back to your cruise ship.
- Explore Queluz Palace, the summer residence of the Portugese Royal Family
- Take a short drive to Sintra, the summer retreat of Portuguese monarchs and a UNESCO Word Heritage Site
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Highlights of Lisbon (4 hours)
Highlights:
See Belem Tower, one of Lisbon's iconic buildings and symbolic of the nation's Age of Expansion. Admire the impressive collection of painted and gilded Baroque coaches at the National Coach Museum.
Tour Duration: 4 hours
Tour can operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Private transport by luxury car or minivan
- An expert local guide for 8 hours
- Entrance fees to all sights and museums
- All taxes
Not Included:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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10/25/2025 |
10/25/2025 |
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At Sea
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10/22/2025 |
10/22/2025 |
The Signature Collection – A Hosted Sailing
