SHORE EXCURSIONS
The best days ashore.
The 12 most popular lisbon tours for cruise passengers. The trips worth your hours ashore, what each one runs, who operates it and how to be back before all-aboard.
Private Lisbon half-day electric tuk-tuk tour with cruise pickup, Alfama to Bairro Alto viewpoints, and key Belém sights in about 3 hours.
Most Popular“Our guide Marta was fantastic !! A great way of seeing Lisbon - especially through all the narrow steep streets . Marta was very informative and tailored our tour to suit us .”
Private small-group Lisbon shore tour with pickup, air-conditioned comfort, Alfama walking, Belém icons, and optional Pastéis de Belém.
“Elizabeth was wonderfully. Our ship was late and she still accommodated us. She brought us to many wonderful places to see history and culture.”
Private 4-hour Lisbon shore tour by minivan with Belém and Alfama highlights plus pastel de Belém, cod cake, vinho verde and port.
“This tour was one of the best we have taken on this cruise. Our tour guide was wonderful and explained everything....The stops that we made were very nice. I would recommend this to anyone.”
Private Lisbon and Sintra shore day with port pickup, UNESCO sites, Cabo da Roca views, and optional palaces—English guide included.
“We had the privilege to have David as our tour guide. This was a private day tour to see Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, and many other areas. We arrived early morning on a cruise ship and David picked us up bright and early. We spent almost 9 hours touring and seeing the Lisbon and Sintra areas.…”
Private Lisbon shore tour with port pickup, air-conditioned comfort, and a local guide covering Rossio, Alfama, Sé, Jerónimos, and Pastéis de Belém.
“Joel was outstanding showing us a cross section of Lisbon and talking about the history of Lisbon, including the earthquake in the 1700s. Got to stop and shop also was great.”
Private Sintra and Pena Palace shore excursion from Lisbon port with guided palaces, skip-the-line help, ocean stops, and private comfort.
“Catarina was a great tour guide! She is very well informed and made the day great! Pena palace was my favorite part of the entire trip to Portugal. Walking the grounds of Pena Palace felt like you were in an enchanted forest. I would suggest getting the fast pass so you can see as much…”
Private half-day Sintra and Cascais shore excursion with pickup, guided stops at Pena, Cabo da Roca, and Boca do Inferno.
“Our guide, Marta, was the best guide we’ve ever had. She’s very knowledgeable and engaging. She made us comfortable and had us laughing often. Highly recommend this tour.”
Private Lisbon and Sintra day trip with port pickup, a local guide, and efficient sightseeing of Alfama, Belém, and Pena Palace.
“Joel was the most amazing guide! We had a fabulous time and we’re able to see everything!!! Definitely recommend!!!”
Cruise-day trip from Lisbon to Pena Palace and Sintra, with time in Cascais and a smooth port return.
“Highly recommend to our tour guide David, always shows up on time and be very nice all day. Kindly answer all the questions and introduce the city with knowledge. We take a 30-40 minutes ride to Sintra first and then visit this beautiful town, and then heading to a village with great view, David took…”
Small-group shore day from Lisbon to Pena Palace gardens, Sintra’s old town, and Cascais coast, with easy cruise-port pickup.
“This excursion was truly outstanding. Even though we didn't have time to go inside the Pena Palace, even the outside is something to be seen. We had perfect weather, and our guide was fantastic. He even brought us treats - a typical local pastry that was delicious. We had some time to browse on our…”
Private Lisbon shore trip to Sintra, Cascais, Estoril and Atlantic viewpoints, with a worry-free cruise return and a guided pace.
“Sofia was a lovely young woman and she tried very hard to provide an excellent experience. Unfortunately the tour company she worked for did not provide her with the tools necessary. The one year old Mercedes 8 passenger van had Read more”
Private shore excursion hitting Lisbon icons and Sintra’s UNESCO sights with port pickup, guided visits, and a flexible pace.
“Great tour. Saw all the highlights at our pace. Lunch at a special restaurant in his naborhood and bought us special treats along the way. Very knowledgeable and great English. Highly recommend.”
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