Day 1 - Arrive Lisbon

Upon arrival at Lisbon airport you are welcomed to Portugal by your local Guardian Angel as you exit customs into the arrivals hall, and transferred to your hotel where you are assisted with check-in procedures.

Lisbon is all about Roman and Moorish ruins, white-domed cathedrals, grand plazas lined with sun-drenched cafés and narrow cobblestone lanes. Today, the city has three major districts: the lower town is the heart of Lisbon, where most of the governmental buildings and institutions are found; Barrio Alto, the upper town, is a charming area where time seems to have no meaning; and Alfama, the oldest part of Lisbon, is made up of tiny whitewashed houses that fill a labyrinth of narrow alleys. Belem, formerly a separate town and now absorbed by Lisbon, contains the city's masterpiece of Manueline architecture, the Jeronimos Monastery. It stands in silent tribute to Portugal's celebrated age of discoveries, born out of an exuberant period when the country’s navigators were leading the world in exploration. A short way inland from Lisbon, the UNESCO heritage site of Sintra enjoys a cool mountainside location, which made it a favoured summer destination for Portugal’s royals - their ornate and extravagant palaces make for a fascinating day-trip.

On today's food and wine walking tour, experience the perfect balance between sightseeing, culture, and, of course, food and wine tastings! Your foodie guide meets you at your hotel and takes you on an exploration tour of Lisbon. Start with a short walk to your first food stops: try Lisbon’s traditional 'pastel de nata' (custard tart) and 'bifana' (fried pork sandwich) at a little mom-and-pop spot, considered the pit stop for all locals looking for their delicious snack fix. Explore the Bica district, take a stroll through some offbeat streets and sit down at a restaurant specialized in petiscos (the Portuguese cousin of tapas) where you taste and share an assortment of small dishes with some delicious sangria and amazing views of the city and the river.

This foodie walking tour really immerses you in the Portuguese culture in a unique and extremely fun way!

Overnight: Altis Grand

Day 2 - Lisbon

Today enjoy a 3-hour kayak tour in Sesimbra. Meet your driver at the hotel to be transferred to Sesimbra Harbour. Upon arrival, meet your kayak guide for a briefing and paddling instruction, before getting kitted up and ready to set off. Paddle out from the harbour through the Bay of Sesimbra and along the beautiful coast of the Arrabida Natural Park and Luiz de Saldanha Maritime Reserve, exploring the cliffs, caves and other geological wonders on your way. Relax admiring the crystal-clear waters while enjoying a snack on Praia do Ribeiro do Cavalo, one of Portugal´s most beautiful beaches. Enjoy swimming or snorkelling in the open waters before paddling back to the harbour. Your driver awaits to transfer you back to your hotel.

Overnight: Altis Grand

Meal Plan: B

Day 3 - Lisbon

Meet your driver to be privately transferred to Quinta do Esteval, a private 17th-century estate close to Setubal, just a 45-minute drive from Lisbon and set in a very convenient location in the Natural Park of Arrabida. Here you saddle up for a horse-riding expedition through the park, among the cork oaks, arbutus and other unique species of this region. Take in the sights and scents along the paths to enjoy the wonderful landscape and contact with nature. Afterwards, at the estate's restaurant you enjoy a tasting of 3 local wines (1 red, 1 white and 1 muscatel), accompanied by cheeses and regional sausages with cookies / toasts / bread. Afterwards you are transferred back to your hotel

Overnight: Altis Grand

Meal Plan: B,L

Day 4 - Lisbon

Meet your driver at the hotel and drive to Sintra forest where you meet your hiking guide. Besides its beauty, the forest is also known for really being several forests in one. In this intimate hike you cross three of these forests, each one very beautiful and with its own peculiarities. You also witness some ancient heritage, including megalithic monuments over 4,000 years old and medieval settings provided by the Peninha shrine and the Chapel of St. Saturnin, with 1000 years of history.

Complete your day at the westernmost vineyard in Europe. This local farm, built in the 18th century, stands between the Atlantic Ocean and the Sintra Sierra. Its wines are characterized by their ageing potential, character and complexity. After visiting the vineyards and the winery, enjoy a tasting of some of the most enigmatic fine wines in Portugal and a variety of appetizers.

Overnight: Altis Grand

Meal Plan: B

Day 5 - Lisbon

Enjoy a cycle tour this morning through the heart of historical Lisbon and along the riverside, learning about the past and present of this beautiful European capital with the help of your specialist guide. Though the city is well known for its seven hills, a route has been specially designed to provide for a more fun and relaxed ride past some of the more attractive sights. Meet your bike guide at the hotel and cycle to the top of Parque Eduardo VII, near El Corte Inglês. From here ride through a number of peaceful parks and squares on your way, such as Praça Marquês do Pombal, Restauradores and Rossio, as you learn Lisbon’s secrets in an entertaining way. Cycle to the Belem quarter, and stop to taste a special drink (ginginha liquor) and a special pastry (pastel de Nata). End your tour admiring the Belem Tower from outside before riding back to the hotel.

In the afternoon meet your driver at the hotel to be privately transferred to Lisbon port. Upon arrival, meet the crew and board your sailing yacht. Make the most of this opportunity to learn and participate in sailing manoeuvres during this fun experience that takes you along Lisbon’s river towards the sea. Learn how the physics of sailing works, how to trim the sails to propel yourself forward, the best tacking techniques, and put it all into practice with the help of your crew, so you can challenge yourself against the power of the wind. On your return to the port, your driver awaits to transfer you back to your hotel.

Overnight: Altis Grand

Meal Plan: B

Day 6 - Depart Lisbon

Today you are transferred to Lisbon airport by private vehicle to board your flight

Meal Plan: B