Lisbon Historic and Scenic Tours
In Portugal look for places with soul!
Get off the beaten track and create your own memories
Touring the places of the Peninsular War in Portugal
Day tours of Wellington's Defensive Lines in Portugal
The Lines of Torres Vedras are a vast military-historical monument that includes multiple forts, redoubts, museums and interpretive centers, located mainly on the hilltops that surround Lisbon to the north. To visit and get to know the Lines of Wellington in Lisbon, you can take day trips from Lisbon on a variety of itineraries to suit your interests.
Exploring Wellington's presence in Portugal during the Peninsular War in Portugal
Get to know the history of the Peninsular War and Duke of Wellington's intervention in Portugal, visiting the forts the Lines of Torres Vedras, battlefields, interpretation centers, museums, two key palaces, the beautiful Atlantic coast, the landscape of the River Tagus and much more.
Royal Palaces and World Heritage Sites
a mirror of Portuguese history
Discovering the Historic Palaces around Lisbon
Visiting the former royal palaces in Lisbon is the best way to immerse yourself in Portugal's history and get to know the city and the country.
The monarchical regime established in Portugal over 8 centuries and divided into four dynasties left a vast legacy throughout the country that can be visited today in palaces, convents, monasteries, churches and museums.
World Heritage Sites in Portugal
Portugal has 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, 8 of which can be visited on day tours from Lisbon, with itineraries involving different monuments and destinations.
There is also a candidate list of 21 sites awaiting UNESCO approval that can be included in these itineraries
Tours and Itineraries to explore Lisbon and Portugal
Day Tours in Lisbon
Discover Portugal with our guided and private tours, in which our 6-seat van and guide is exclusively for you and your companions. Our prices are commission-free, so don't be surprised if they are cheaper than mixed group tours.
Itineraries in Portugal
Discover here some of the best itineraries from Lisbon to explore Portugal and enjoy incredible off-the-beaten-track trips around Lisbon. Photos and descriptions of what's worth visiting in Portugal.
" Testimonials "
Nov 2, 2024
GetYourGuide traveller - Samantha– Canada
Lisbon: Wellington's Defensive Lines Tour.
Henri was clearly passionate about history and Wellington's Peninsular campaign, so he and my husband had a wonderful day needing out together. The sites chosen were meaningful and appropriate, and definitely brought history to life for us. Thank you!
Sep 20, 2024
JohnRobert_S
Viator review: Tomar Convent of Christ and Fatima Sanctuary Private Day Tour
Henrique from Lisbonvantours is a good choice.
Henrique was a great tour guide, providing us with history and stories on the way to the
sites. We learned a lot! My only suggestion is for him to perhaps implement a speaker
system for his van so that those in the far back can hear his knowledge a bit better :)
September 7th, 2024
GetYourGuideTraveler Monia -Australia
Lisbon: Wellington's Defensive Lines Tour
Henrique was fantastic! Great guide, excellent tour, amazing lunch and a great day overall. Will do it again!
May 2024
Amazing Private Wellington Tour
We had a fantastic experience on our Wellington Tour. Henrique was very knowledgeable about History and took us to a variety of great locations that not only were historically significant, but also beautiful and helped us visualize the stories. In addition, we got to have lunch at an authentic local restaurant and see a bonus cathedral. This was definitely a unique experience off the beaten path. Highly recommended!
CarrianneB
Viator review: Wellington Defensive Lines in Portugal
March 30th, 2024
Die Tour war klasse, kann Henrique nur wärmstens empfehlen. Sein Wissen über die Napoleonische Zeit in Portugal ist exzellent. Auch ansonsten habe ich viel von Ihm über Portugals Geschichte gelernt.
The tour was great, I can highly recommend Henrique. His knowledge of the Napoleonic period in Portugal is excellent. I also learned a lot about Portugal's history from him.
GetYourGuide traveler (Germany) | Wellington's Defensive Lines Tour
Feb 7, 2024
Helen
Viator review: Wellington Defensive Lines in Portugal
Jan 13, 2024
Terrific Tour!
Viator /Tripadvisor traveler (United States) | Wellington Defensive Lines in Portugal
May 23, 2023
Great tour for those interested in military history and escaping the tourist centers of Portugal. We had a good time and learned a lot.
GetYourGuide traveler (USA) | Wellington's Defensive Lines Tour
September 24, 2022
Our guide, Henrique R, was very knowledgeable of his tour job, prompt, listened to our questions, helpful. He gave us ample time to look around, taste local food and specialties. We will definitely refer him to anyone we know who will visit Lisbon.
GetYourGuide traveler (Canada) | Private Day Trip Visiting Lisbon from West to East
September 29, 2022
Henrique was an absolute gentleman! He provided plenty of information, and was accommodating to our groups needs. He provided water bottles and a sweet local treat for us. We drove along the coast from Lisbon to Sintra, with a stop in Cascais for a walk along the boardwalk. I highly recommend this tour guide!
Viator traveler (Canada) | Private tour from Lisbon to Cascais, Sintra and Pena Palace.
GetYourGuide traveler– United States
May 15, 2024
Lisbon: Wellington's Defensive Lines Tour
Sep 20, 2024
Henrique from Lisbonvantours is a good choice.
Henrique was a great tour guide, providing us with history and stories on the way to the
sites. We learned a lot! My only suggestion is for him to perhaps implement a speaker
system for his van so that those in the far back can hear his knowledge a bit better :)
JohnRobert_S
Viator review: Tomar Convent of Christ and Fatima Sanctuary Private Day Tour
July 17, 2022
Our guide, Henrique was extremely knowledgeable about Portuguese history and we had a lot of fun at the market, the castle, and the fort. We appreciated that there were stops to rest such as for lunch, coffee, and drinks.
GetYourGuide traveler (United States)|Guided Setúbal History and Fish Market Tour
April 18, 2022
Enrique molto professionale. Tour fantastico . Lo consigliamo vivamente
GetYourGuide traveler (Italy) |Private Day Tour Sintra W. Heritage, Cascais, Roca Cape
April 2022
Super personalised experience! Henrique is super knowledgeable and managed to introduce us to a great experience, with some nice surprises and beautiful locations, while catering for a tough crowd. It was awesome and definitely recommend it!
AIRBNB experience: Discovering the beautiful Arrábida
Feb 13, 2022
À découvrir avec ce guide!
Très belle découverte, excellent guide et superbe journée. Excellents conseils d'Henrique. Nous recommandons les yeux fermés!
Tripadvisor review: Beautiful Arrabida Natural Park with Wine Tasting Private Day Trip
5.0 September 2021 Henrique is a nice guy with big knowledge. We really enjoyed the tour with amazing viewpoints, a delicious wine tasting and good food.
AIRBNB experience: Discovering the beauties of Setúbal and its famous fish market
Fabio September 2021May 23, 2023
GetYourGuide traveler– United States
Feb 11, 2022
Excellent tour avec ce guide!
Très bon guide, passionné et très interessant. Il nous a emmené sur des sites exceptionnels que nous n'aurions pas pu découvrir sans avoir recours à ses services. Attentif aux souhaits du client. Nous recommandons! Il nous tarde de revenir au Portugal et d'en découvrir davantage grâce à lui en faisant un autre tour.
Tripadvisor review: Private Day Trip Visiting Lisbon from West to EastLicensed Company
Rnavt 5375 Rnaat 210/2015
