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Explore Lisbon

Overview

Experience the rich history and vibrant culture of Portugal’s capital city and surrounding regions on the Explore Lisbon tour. Your journey begins in Lisbon, where you’ll stroll through the colorful Alfama district & take in the sweeping views from Castelo de São Jorge. In Sintra, you’ll visit the iconic National Palace of Pena before enjoying time to shop and relax back in Lisbon.

Throughout the trip, you’ll explore UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the Monastery of Jerónimos and the charming city of Évora, home to the fascinating Bone Chapel. Along the way, you’ll savor local cuisine at destinations like the Time Out Market and enjoy moments to connect as a group through shared meals and devotions.

By the end of the tour, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for Portugal’s history, stunning architecture, and lively culture—along with lasting memories made with your group!

Day 1 - Travel Day

Day 2 - Arrival Day

Day 3 - Day Trip to Sintra

Day 4 - Monastery Jeronimos / Torre de Belem / Monument to the Discoveries

Day 5 - Day Trip to Evora

Day 6 - Travel Day

Itinerary

  • Arrive in Lisbon & meet your JE Tour Director at the airport
  • Afternoon visit to the Almafa area & visit the Castelo de Sago Jorge (if flight time permits)
  • Dinner & orientation
  • Devotions
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Depart via coach to Sintra
  • Visit the National Palace of Pena
  • Lunch
  • Return to Lisbon for an afternoon of shopping
  • Dinner
  • Devotions
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Morning visit to the Monastery Jerónimos
  • Lunch at the Time Out Market
  • Afternoon visit to the Torre de Belem
  • See the waterfront with the Monument to the Discoveries
  • Dinner
  • Devotions
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Depart via train to Evora, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Visit the Bone Chapel
  • Lunch
  • Afternoon time to shop & explore
  • Return to Lisbon via train
  • Dinner
  • Devotions
  • Breakfast at hotel & check out
  • Depart for airport
  • Fly home

Why Travel with JE?

CEU Accreditation

Joshua Expeditions is an approved CEU provider for ACSI, offering CEU credits to teachers on select trips.

Safety

At JE, safety is paramount. Our Guides go through a variety of trainings to help prepare them for any issue that may arise.

You Help Us Give Back

Your JE trip helps us build homes for hurting families, provide food for hungry children, and impact low-income communities.

Online Process

Our goal is to take away the hassle of paperwork, trip logistics, insurance, and payments through our simple online process.

Affordability

We know the economy can affect travel plans. Our staff works to help you create a budget while still providing the best for every traveler.

JE Travel Experience

High quality, Christ-centered travel engaging the local world through a Biblical worldview for personal transformation.

High Quality

Every JE tour offers high quality local meals and hotel accommodations to provide the best possible travel experience.

Curriculum-Focused Travel

Our experienced JE Staff will work with you to create a travel experience that integrates with your teaching curriculum.

Interested in This Tour?

Contact one of our Travel Specialists to begin planning your JE tour.

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