Leave the port and drive to the Belém district where we will admire two masterpieces built in the decorative Portuguese style known as Manueline. These are Jeronimo’s Church and Belém Tower, both built in the beginning of the XVI century, just after Vasco da Gama’s exploratory voyage to India. We will visit the monastery church which holds the tomb of Vasco da Gama and have time to explore the cloisters. The excursion continues with a scenic tour through Lisbon’s “new” city centre built after the devastating earthquake of 1755 : we will pass the Parliament and Prime Minister’s House, the Marquis of “Pombal” Square, “Liberdade” Avenue and “Rossio” Square – the heart of Lisbon’s downtown. Free time before returning to the ship. Please note: on Monday calls, the visit to the Monastery will be replaced with a visit to Ajuda Palace. Shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Jeronimo’s Monastery is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $68.00 Adults $48.00 Children

   

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      Leave the port and drive to the Belém district where we will admire two masterpieces built in the decorative Portuguese style known as Manueline. These are Jeronimo’s Church and Belém Tower, both built in the beginning of the XVI century, just after Vasco da Gama’s exploratory voyage to India. We will visit the monastery church which holds the tomb of Vasco da Gama and have time to explore the cloisters. The excursion continues with a scenic tour through Lisbon’s “new” city centre built after the devastating earthquake of 1755 : we will pass the Parliament and Prime Minister’s House, the Marquis of “Pombal” Square, “Liberdade” Avenue and “Rossio” Square – the heart of Lisbon’s downtown. Free time before returning to the ship. Please note: shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Jeronimo’s Monastery is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $65.00 Adults $46.00 Children

   

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      Those interested in theology and religious mysteries can look forward to a special day out in Fatima. We will leave the port of Lisbon for a 1.5-hour drive coach crossing the Portuguese plains to reach this important religious destination. This site has been visited annually by millions of pilgrims since 1917 when three shepherds saw a vision of the Virgin Mary here. Visit the Shrine and the chapel where the Holy Virgin appeared before enjoying some free time in Fatima to stroll around or to shop for souvenirs. Lunch included. Please note: this tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Preziosa and for July, August and September calls by MSC Opera with the exception of the call on 29 September 2013. Guides will give explanations from outside the site; guests will proceed to inside visits individually. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $126.00 Adults $88.00 Children

   

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      Those interested in theology and religious mysteries can look forward to a special day out in Fatima. We will leave the port of Lisbon for a 1.5-hour drive coach crossing the Portuguese plains to reach this important religious destination. This site has been visited annually by millions of pilgrims since 1917 when three shepherds saw a vision of the Virgin Mary here. Visit the Shrine and the chapel where the Holy Virgin appeared before enjoying some free time in Fatima to stroll around or to shop for souvenirs. Lunch included. Please note: guides will give explanations from outside the site; guests will proceed to inside visits individually. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $121.00 Adults $85.00 Children

   

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        Leave the ship and board a coach for a 45-minute drive inland to reach the lovely Portuguese town of Queluz. You will then visit the royal residence of Queluz, a magnificent palace with elegant rooms and beautiful gardens that is also known as the Portuguese “Versailles”. Continuing on to nearby Sintra, you will have time to explore this lovely UNESCO World Heritage Site at your own pace. Sintra houses the National Palace, the former residence of the royal family and the best-preserved medieval royal palace in Portugal. Finally, the coach will return to Lisbon for a tour of the Jerónimos Monastery. A brief photo stop will be made at Belém National Palace, Lisbon’s main landmark before returning to the port and to your cruise ship. Lunch included. Please note: on Monday calls, Jeronimo’s Monastery will be visited only from outside. Shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Jeronimo’s Monastery is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $130.00 Adults $91.00 Children

   

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        Leave the ship and board a coach for a 45-minute drive inland to reach the lovely Portuguese town of Queluz. You will then visit the royal residence of Queluz, a magnificent palace with elegant rooms and beautiful gardens that is also known as the Portuguese “Versailles”. Continuing on to nearby Sintra, you will have time to explore this lovely UNESCO World Heritage Site at your own pace. Sintra houses the National Palace, the former residence of the royal family and the best-preserved medieval royal palace in Portugal. Do not forget your cameras as you will continue to Cascais for a brief photo stop before returning to Lisbon for a tour of the Jerónimos Monastery. Next your will have a short stop at “Rossio” Square – the heart of Lisbon’s downtown and will finally return to the post passing by Belém National Palace, Lisbon’s main landmark. Please note: shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Jeronimo’s Monastery is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $125.00 Adults $88.00 Children

   

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      Sintra is famous for its mountain range, its temperate climate and country palaces and cottages. Drive to this lovely UNESCO World Heritage Site village to visit the historic National Royal Palace which houses the oldest collection glazed tiles in Portugal and features fine examples of the large conical medieval chimneys. Continue to “Cabo da Roca”, the most western point of Europe, where you can enjoy fine views over the Atlantic Ocean. Our next stop will be Cascais, a fishing village and favourite summer retreat of the royal family. Free time to explore the village before returning to Lisbon along the coast, admiring the beaches, the mouth of the Tagus River. Here the city is spread out for all to admire and we will drive past Belém Tower, the Monument to the Discoveries and the Jeronimo’s Monastery. Please note: shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Sintra Palace is prohibited.

Price per person $76.00 Adults $53.00 Children

   

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      Sintra is famous for its mountain range, its temperate climate and country palaces and cottages. Drive to this lovely UNESCO World Heritage Site village to visit the historic National Royal Palace which houses the oldest collection glazed tiles in Portugal and features fine examples of the large conical medieval chimneys. Our next stop will be Cascais, a fishing village and favourite summer retreat of the royal family. Free time to explore the village before returning to Lisbon along the coast, admiring the beaches, the mouth of the Tagus River. Here the city is spread out for all to admire and we will drive past Belém area on our way to the port. Please note: shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Sintra Palace is prohibited.

Price per person $73.00 Adults $51.00 Children

   

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    Those interested in theology and religious mysteries can look forward to a special day out in Fatima. We will leave the port of Lisbon for a 1.5-hour coach drive to cross the Portuguese plains and reach this important religious destination. This site has been visited annually by millions of pilgrims since 1917 when three shepherds saw a vision of the Virgin Mary here. Visit the Shrine and the chapel where the Holy Virgin appeared before enjoying some free time in Fatima to stroll around or to shop for souvenirs. Please note: this tour is not available for guests onboard MSC Preziosa and for all July, August and September calls by MSC Opera; it is available for MSC Opera call on 29 September 2013. Guides will give explanations from outside the site; guests will proceed to inside visits individually. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $59.00 Adults $41.00 Children

   

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          Depart from the pier and, passing over 25th April Bridge, sister bridge of the Golden Gate, you will drive to the base of the Statue of “Christ the King”, from where magnificent views of Lisbon can be seen. Our excursion continues in the town of Azeitao, renowned for its famous pastries and for the “Moscatel de Setubal” wine. We will visit a local wine lodge for wine tasting session and to learn more about how this sweet aperitif wine is produced. Next we will proceed towards the “Parque Natural da Arrabida” – National Park – which was established to protect the wild, beautiful landscape and rich variety of birds and wildlife found here. The road winds across the mountain ridge and offers stunning views of Setúbal and Tróia. Return to Lisbon to enjoy a sightseeing tour and then reach “Rossio” where we will stop for a little time at leisure. Return to the port. Please note: this tour includes long transfers by coach.

Price per person $55.00 Adults $39.00 Children

   

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          Depart from the pier and, passing over 25th April Bridge, sister bridge of the Golden Gate, you will drive to the base of the Statue of “Christ the King”, from where magnificent views of Lisbon can be seen. Our excursion continues in the town of Azeitao, renowned for its famous pastries and for the “Moscatel de Setubal” wine. We will visit a local wine lodge for wine tasting session and to learn more about how this sweet aperitif wine is produced. Next we will proceed towards the “Parque Natural da Arrabida” – National Park – which was established to protect the wild, beautiful landscape and rich variety of birds and wildlife found here. The road winds across the mountain ridge and offers stunning views of Setúbal and Tróia. Return to Lisbon to enjoy a sightseeing tour and then reach “Rossio” where we will stop for a little time at leisure. Return to the port. Please note: this tour includes long transfers by coach.

Price per person $53.00 Adults $37.00 Children

   

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          Excursion to Lisbon on a tour around the oldest part of the city, the atmospheric Alfama district. Meander through its labyrinth of narrow alleys, honeycombed with steps and archways, and admire the houses with their painted façades, decorated with panels of tiles and embellished with wrought iron balconies. We will visit the Cathedral of Lisbon noted for its interior which takes the form of a Latin cross, with three naves. Our walk continues downtown to the “Baixa” quarter which was completely rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755. You will have free time in “Rossio” square before proceeding to Belém Tower for pictures followed by a short visit to the legendary “Confeitaria de Belém” bakery where you will enjoy the typical custard cream cake, “pasties de Belém”. Our tour will also include a visit to one of the two masterpieces built in the decorative Portuguese style known as Manueline: the Jeronimo’s Church, built in the beginning of the XVI century, just after Vasco da Gama’s exploratory voyage to India. We will visit the monastery church which holds the tomb of Vasco da Gama before returning to the port. Please note: the tour is mainly by walking on uneven and sometimes uphill streets; tour not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Jeronimo’s Monastery and Cathedral is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance. This tour is not available on Saturday and Sunday calls.

Price per person $59.00 Adults $41.00 Children

   

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          Excursion to Lisbon on a tour around the oldest part of the city, the atmospheric Alfama district. Meander through its labyrinth of narrow alleys, honeycombed with steps and archways, and admire the houses with their painted façades, decorated with panels of tiles and embellished with wrought iron balconies. We will visit the Cathedral of Lisbon noted for its interior which takes the form of a Latin cross, with three naves. Our walk continues downtown to the “Baixa” quarter which was completely rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755. You will have free time in “Rossio” square before proceeding to Belém Tower for pictures followed by a short visit to the legendary “Confeitaria de Belém” bakery where you will enjoy the typical custard cream cake, “pasties de Belém”. Our tour will also include a visit to one of the two masterpieces built in the decorative Portuguese style known as Manueline: the Jeronimo’s Church, built in the beginning of the XVI century, just after Vasco da Gama’s exploratory voyage to India. We will visit the monastery church which holds the tomb of Vasco da Gama before returning to the port. Please note: the tour is mainly by walking on uneven and sometimes uphill streets; tour not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Shooting videos or taking photos with flash inside Jeronimo’s Monastery and Cathedral is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $57.00 Adults $40.00 Children

   

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          Leave the port for a bus transfer to the most authentic and vibrant part of the city - Lisbon’s “Baixa” district, an historic area that was completely rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755. Your walk will take you from Comercio Square, across Augusta Street to Rossio Square, the heart of Lisbon. Here you will have free time to explore the area and to soak up the atmosphere of Portugal’s lively capital city. The excursion will pick up again at the “Elevador da Gloria”, a funicular lift, which transports you to the upper levels of the city; we will stop at “Sao Pedro de Alcantara” Belvedere, with views over the tiled rooftops. The excursion also allows time to sample a glass of typical ‘porto’ wine and a visit to Sao Roque church, noted for its beautiful painted wood ceiling. Other important stops during the tour include the Chapel of Saint John the Baptist with a small collection of treasure and the model statue of the Saint. Please note: the tour is mainly by walking on uneven and sometimes uphill streets; it is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair. Shooting videos or taking pictures with flash inside Sao Roque Church is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance. This tour is not available on Sunday calls.

Price per person $62.00 Adults $43.00 Children

   

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          Leave the port for a bus transfer to the most authentic and vibrant part of the city - Lisbon’s “Baixa” district, an historic area that was completely rebuilt after the earthquake of 1755. Your walk will take you from Comercio Square, across Augusta Street to Rossio Square, the heart of Lisbon. Here you will have free time to explore the area and to soak up the atmosphere of Portugal’s lively capital city. The excursion will pick up again at the “Elevador da Gloria”, a funicular lift, which transports you to the upper levels of the city; we will stop at “Sao Pedro de Alcantara” Belvedere, with views over the tiled rooftops. The excursion also allows time to sample a glass of typical ‘porto’ wine and a visit to Sao Roque church, noted for its beautiful painted wood ceiling. Other important stops during the tour include the Chapel of Saint John the Baptist with a small collection of treasure and the model statue of the Saint. Please note: the tour is mainly by walking on uneven and sometimes uphill streets; it is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or in a wheelchair. Shooting videos or taking pictures with flash inside Sao Roque Church is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $60.00 Adults $42.00 Children

   

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        Begin your discovery of Lisbon enjoying a scenic drive around this beautiful city; you will pass “Comercio” Square, still commonly referred to as “Terreiro do Praço” (Palace Square), before continuing along the “Praça de D. Pedro IV”, known as the “Rossio”; a key meeting point in the city since the XIII and XV centuries and still the bustling hub of the city today. We will also pass the “Marques de Pombal” Square, dedicated to the man who was largely responsible for rebuilding Lisbon after the earthquake of 1755. The excursion also includes a stop in a restaurant for a traditional Fado folk show. 2 drinks included. Please note: this tour is available only during following calls : 13.09.2013 (MSC Musica) & 22.09.2013 (MSC Magnifica)

Price per person $70.00 Adults $49.00 Children

   

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        This tour offers a great opportunity to explore Lisbon, Portugal’s capital city, from a unique perspective: on board one of its wonderful, old-fashioned trams, which are not only used by scores of commuters on a daily basis, but have also become a real tourist attraction. After leaving your ship, a short coach ride will first take you from the pier to Estrela Square, from where you will catch your tram. Once on board, you will be served a local speciality known as “pastel de nata” (a succulent little custard tart) along with a glass of “porto” wine to further sweeten your ride up to the hills of Lisbon, passing the elegant Baixa district on your way to the quaint Portas do Sol area. A gentle walking tour then follows through the famous Alfama district for a glimpse of old Lisbon, including Rossio Square and the 12th-/13th-century Patriarchal Cathedral of St. Mary Major, a building originally constructed in late Romanesque style, but later added to in a variety of other architectural styles. After visiting the Cathedral, you will have some free time to do as you please before boarding a coach for a drive-by tour of Lisbon’s main sights. Look forward to an exterior viewing of Jerónimo’s Monastery, a 15th-century building, as well as the early 16th-century Belém Tower on the banks of the River Tagus, both of which are fine examples of Manueline architectural style (also called late Portuguese Gothic) and both of which were declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Your tour comes to a close with your return to the port and your ship. Please note: the tour is mainly by walking on uneven and sometimes uphill streets; it is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or in a wheelchair. Shooting videos or taking pictures with flash inside the Cathedral is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $100.00 Adults $70.00 Children

   

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        This tour offers a unique experience to explore Lisbon by one of its quaint trams, a real tourist attraction. A short coach ride will take you from the port to Estrela Square where you will board a tram. Enjoy a relaxing ride up the hills of Lisbon passing by Baixa and heading to Portas do Sol. You will enjoy a walking tour in famous Alfama district and have a glimpse of old Lisbon, passing by the Cathedral. After the visit to the Cathedral, in Rossio Square you will have free time for independent exploration before boarding a coach and drive to the main sights of Lisbon, including exterior viewing of Jeronimo’s Monastery and Belém Tower, two jewels of the Manueline art. Onboard the tram you will taste the local specialty known as “Pastel da nata” (custard tart) with a glass of “porto” wine. Return to the port. Please note: the tour is mainly by walking on uneven and sometimes uphill streets; it is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or in a wheelchair. Shooting videos or taking pictures with flash inside the Cathedral is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

Price per person $96.00 Adults $67.00 Children

   

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