LISBON, PORTUGAL

We drive along the famous Avenida da Liberdade (Avenue of Liberty) to Rossio Square, to see the Santa Justa Elevator, designed by Eiffel, and Praça do Comercio (Black Horse Square), which is considered to be one of the most impressive squares in Lisbon.

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We depart the pier for a drive to the Belem area of Lisbon. Here we shall see the Presidential Palace, the Church of the Monastery of Jeronimos, one of the most prominent monasteries in Portugal, and the Tower of Belem, built to commemorate explorer Vasco de Gama’s expedition. We shall also view the Monument to the Discoveries, which was unveiled as part of the 500-year anniversary of the death of Henry the Navigator. N

ext it’s onto the Restelo area, the most exclusive residential district of Lisbon, and the location of many foreign embassies. As we circle back to the centre through Monsanto Park and Duarte Pacheco Avenue, our scenic view will include the impressive 18th century stone aqueduct, which is 11 miles long, and until recently was used to bring fresh water into Lisbon.

Our drive continues to the lovely Edward VII Park, where we will stop at the Belvedere to admire a panoramic view of the city. From here we can see the Castle of St George, downtown Lisbon and the River Tagus.

Following our stop, we drive along the famous Avenida da Liberdade (Avenue of Liberty) to Rossio Square, to see the Santa Justa Elevator, designed by Eiffel, and Praça do Comercio (Black Horse Square), which is considered to be one of the most impressive squares in Lisbon. From here we return to the quayside and our awaiting ship.

TOUR NOTES: This is a non-walking tour designed for guests who prefer to see Lisbon from the comfort of a coach. It is considered to be suitable for wheelchair users, providing they can board the coach unaided. Toilet facilities are available at Belem Tower; please note there will be a walk of approximately 100 metres for passengers wishing to use them. For reference, there is a walk of approximately 100 to 200 metres through the cruise terminal to our tour coaches. This tour may operate in a different order to that described.

DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2010 CRUISES