• Museu Nacional do Azulejo - Explore the National Tile Museum, once the Mother of God Monastery. The collection showcases tiles from the 15th century to today. The permanent exhibition highlights the materials and techniques used in tile creation. Admire the baroque church adorned with blue and white tiles, a golden altar, and ceiling. On the monastery’s roof, a large tile panel illustrates Lisbon before the 1755 earthquake that devastated much of the city.
• Bacalhoa Palace and Estate - Cross the river to the village of Vila Nogueira de Azeitao, where the first stop is the Quinta Bacalhoa Palace, gardens, and winery. This palace boasts stunning tile panels, and the winery offers a selection of delightful wines to sample.
• Azulejos de Azeitao - Conclude the journey at a tile factory, where artisans craft and decorate tiles. Participate in a workshop to create a tile of your own.
• Sintra National Palace - Visit the town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Begin at the Sintra National Palace, known as the Castle of the Moors, dating back to the 8th century. As you explore its ornate rooms, discover various styles and techniques of tile art. Continue the afternoon through the charming town of Sintra. Conclude the visit at the Constance Piriquita Factory, savoring Sintra’s treats – travesseiros, a puff pastry filled with almond cream, or queijadas, a sweet cake made of cheese, eggs, milk, and sugar.
• Serra da Arrabida - Discover the Arrabida Natural Park, a 42-mile protected area in the district of Setubal, offering some of the most breathtaking coastal views in the Lisbon region. Enjoy the mountainous landscapes and cliffs meeting the ocean. Observe unique flora and fauna. Relax on two of the park’s stunning beaches, popular with locals, Portinho da Arrabida and Figueirinha.

• Wifi on board
• Tile Workshop and visit tile factory
• Free Hotel pickup and drop-off in Lisbon
• Entrance to Palacio da Bacalhoa with Option 1
• Air-conditioned car or minivan transportation
• Tickets to Palacio Nacional de Sintra with Option 2
• Personal Driver/guide

• Entrance fees unless mentioned in inclusions
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Explore the tradition of ‘azulejos’ or tile-making in Lisbon. Artisans in Lisbon have a legacy of tile craftsmanship dating back to the 13th century. Started with modest blue and white shades, they evolved to include yellow and green. Initially, they were mere geometric patterns used to adorn empty wall spaces. Over time, they grew more sophisticated, gracing church altars and illustrating Portugal’s history and cultural heritage. Now, you’ll find them embellishing eateries, bars, train stations, palaces, and residences. Most visitors take a tile or two back home as keepsakes.

• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Dress code is smart casual

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.