Lisbon: City of 7 hills

Overlooking the Tagus, the Church of São Vicente de Fora stands imposing and serene. Built in the 16th century, it is a tribute to the patron saint of Lisbon and houses magnificent tiles and the tombs of the House of Bragança. Legend has it that when the relics of São Vicente arrived by boat, two ravens followed the ship and never left the city - a symbol that still lives on in Lisbon's coat of arms today.

Just below, Alfama begins - the neighborhood where time moves slowly and each street has a soul of its own. Narrow staircases, flowered balconies, voices crossing in the windows and the music of fado suddenly appearing, as if by chance. São Vicente and Alfama show Lisbon as it is: alive, authentic and full of stories that are felt more than told.

*Meals, tastings and entrance fees to monuments not included.

At the top of Lisbon, São Jorge Castle holds centuries of history - and the best view of the city. The walls have seen kings, knights and conquerors, but today they welcome the sound of streetcars and the laughter of visitors who get lost among the towers and viewpoints. It's said that the name comes from Saint George, the warrior who symbolized courage and protection - and perhaps that's why the castle still stands, even after so many lives have passed through it. What few people know is that underneath the castle there are still ruins of old Arab houses and Roman remains. A place where every stone has a story and Lisbon seems to tell them all to you, in a low voice, to the breath of the Tagus.

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The heart of Lisbon beats here - between the perfect geometry of Baixa Pombalina and the golden glow of the Tagus. After the 1755 earthquake, the Marquis of Pombal rebuilt the city with a modern vision: wide streets, aligned buildings and an elegance that still impresses. Rua Augusta is the stage - alive, full of stores, artists and the sound of footsteps echoing off the old stones. At the end, the grand Praça do Comércio opens up like a life-size postcard. In the past, it was the gateway for those arriving in Lisbon by boat; today, it is still the place where everyone meets. History, light and life - everything intersects here, where Lisbon shows its most imposing and inspiring side.

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A place where the sun lingers, the Tagus shines below and the city seems to breathe a different rhythm. It's the meeting point for locals, travelers and artists - all there for the same reason: to feel the energy of the sunset and the sound of life happening. In the center, the giant Adamastor observes everything in silence - a mythical figure transformed into an icon of Lisbon's freedom. Between laughter, guitars and raised glasses, time passes unhurriedly and the view speaks for itself. That's what Santa Catarina is: a place with soul, where Lisbon shows its most relaxed, authentic and impossible-to-forget side.

Belém is one of Lisbon's most striking neighborhoods, known for its history and tranquil setting by the Tagus River. Here you'll find some of the city's greatest symbols: the Jerónimos Monastery, an outstanding example of the Manueline style; the Belém Tower, built to defend the Tagus bar; and the Monument to the Discoveries, a tribute to the Portuguese navigators who set sail for the world.In addition to the monuments, Belém is a pleasant place to stroll, with large gardens, museums and terraces.

And no tour of Belém is complete without trying the famous Pastel de Belém, created in the 19th century by the monks of the Jerónimos Monastery. With its crunchy pastry and creamy filling, this sweet is still made according to the original recipe, kept secret since 1837 - a classic that is part of Lisbon's identity.

Return to the hotel, concluding the tour with a special souvenir to remember the experience.