Take a journey through the history of Lisbon with a tour that shows you some of the most iconic sights around the city. This trip gives you a look at centuries' worth of events that helped to define modern Portugal, in neighborhoods like Alfama and Castelo and landmarks like the Lisbon Cathedral.

Once you meet your group and set out from your hotel, a minivan carries you through the winding streets of Portas do Sol and Nossa Senhora, where you get an up-close look at one of the oldest areas in Lisbon. Next, pay a visit to the iconic Lisbon Cathedral, the city's oldest church, built just after the Christian conquest in 1147.

After a visit to the historic neighborhood of Alfama, where you can walk past quaint cafés along twisting cobblestone streets, make your way to Belém and see signs of the city's expansion during the Age of Discovery. Marvel at the dazzling architecture of the Jerónimos Monastery and the 500-year-old fortifications of Belém Tower at the mouth of the Tagus. You also have a chance to try a pastel de Belém, the neighborhood's traditional custard tart.

In the afternoon, a ride along the city's 18th-century aqueduct and the famous Tram 28 route to the city center. Learn about the recovery after the destruction of the earthquake of 1755 as you end the tour in Baixa, where you can get some advice on the best places to enjoy the city's nightlife before parting ways with your guide.