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Portugal

Signature City: Lisbon

Program No. 25611RJ
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Program
At a Glance
Duration
8 days
Program Begins
Lisbon
Program Concludes
Lisbon
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
12 ( 6B, 2L, 4D )
Activity Level
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2,899
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Portugal’s fascinating history, from the Roman era through Moorish rule, into the Age of Discovery and beyond is on full display in Lisbon. On this learning journey to the capital city, you’ll trace the past through art, architecture, music and myriad other aspects of the country’s distinctive culture. Examine great works in the Gulbenkian Museum. Marvel at masterpieces of Moorish and Medieval architecture like St. George’s Castle and Manueline gems like Jerónimos Monastery. Learn about Portugal’s rich seafaring heritage in the Maritime Museum and visit artisans carrying on the thousand-year-old tradition of making azulejos, Portugal’s renowned glazed tiles, Experience the beautiful, sometimes heartbreaking Portuguese music style known as fado and cuisine that puts Lisbon near the top of every food enthusiast’s list. Wander historic neighborhoods, and experience modern Lisbon, too, at places like the breathtaking Vasco de Gama Bridge over the Tagus River — more than ten miles end-to-end and one of the longest in Europe.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Experience field trips to old neighborhoods of Lisbon like Alfama and Bairro Alto and Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Explore the galleries of the Gulbenkian Museum, where the collection includes works by Rembrandt, Renoir and Van Gogh.
  • Enjoy the evocative Portuguese music style of fado over a traditional meal.
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General Notes
Activity Level
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Walking up to 4 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over cobblestone streets and uneven terrain. Standing up to 3 hours per day. Program will require approximately 20 miles of walking over 7 days. This mileage does not include free time. Must be able to use stairs in order to navigate field trip sites. Due to unavoidable stairs wheelchairs and scooters cannot be accommodated on this program. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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Assurance Plan

Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

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Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

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Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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