Fado song is the night face of Lisbon. In this tour, we will listen to this unique music, with tearful tones played by Portuguese guitars. Fado, elected Intangible Heritage of Humanity, is more than just a musical style, it is an expression of the Portuguese soul.
Alfama is the neighborhood where Fado was born. This is where we start. Let’s hear the true Lisbon Fado, accompanied by a traditional meal with fine Portuguese food and wine.
The route continues to Baixa Pombalina, Rua Augusta, Rua do Ouro and Rua da Prata, followed by the grand Liberty avenue until we reach the top of Park Eduardo VII.
Let us drive you in the comfort of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle, with AC and WiFi, and be escorted by one of our certified professional driver-guides.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Dinner (food and drinks including wine)
✔ Certified professional driver-guide
✔ Fado music show
✔ High comfort Mercedes Benz vehicles
✔ All taxes included
✔ WiFi and bottled waters on board
✔ Accident and liability insurance
Pickup Locations
1. Lisboa Airport
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Additional Info: Your assigned driver-guide will meet you at the place designated by you (within the city of Lisbon)
Itinerary
1
Parque Eduardo VII
Panoramic view of “Avenida da Liberdade”, Lisbon’s Champs d’Élysées, one of the most beautiful avenues in the world. Besides the unique green vegetation it is also famous for its national and international brand name shops, a paradise for glamorous shopping sprees. We will pass by the most imposing monument in Lisbon, a tribute to one of Portugal’s greatest national heroes, Marquis de Pombal. As we arrive at the top of “Parque Eduardo VII”, we can admire the amazing view of the Lisbon lights reflected on the Tagus River.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Alfama
Panoramic view of the the oldest quarter of Lisbon dating back to the time of the Moors’ presence (8th to 12th centuries). The views from the famous “miradouros” of Santa Luzia and Senhora do Monte are a must stop on our tour, where you can contemplate the wonderful sights of the Tagus River and of the city. We will explore the narrow cobble stoned alleys and streets where the facades of traditional houses are covered with beautiful tiles, an Arabian heritage in the Iberian Peninsula. Also, it is here that Fado, the Portuguese national song was born. At night the songs of the Fado singers and the melodious sounds of the classic guitar especially those of the Portuguese guitar echo through the streets spreading the perfume of the unique melodies. It is in Alfama we will hear the true Fado of Lisbon, accompanied by a traditional Portuguese meal and wine (or other drinks of your choice) that will feed your soul to enjoy and welcome this music a World Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO
Duration: 3 hours
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Baixa, Rossio & Restauradores
Panoramic view of the famous squares “Praça do Comércio” and “Rossio” (statue of the first Emperor of Brazil, D. Pedro I), Rua Augusta (the most important pedestrian street in Portugal, with its famous Arch of Triumph. The night lights of these squares and monuments give them a charm all of their own captivating our sight and mind.
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
