Cascais: Glamour and Decay by The Lisbon Coastline - Private Tour
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Cascais is a seaside town 30 km west of Lisbon with a sunny and relaxed climate, always combined with a certain hedonism and a hint of sophistication. Would you call it "hippie chic"? You can go to the beach half of the year, run, bike or surf all year round. Or get involved in a gastronomic marathon eating grilled fish, caught right there in the sea, But you can simply take the train to enjoy an ice cream at Santini, one of the best delicacies in Cascais. That said, the capital of the Sun Coast is also a perfect place to do nothing all day… except to contemplate the sea while you exercise your right to see and be seen. All that glitter and glamour, it is also important to remember, were not always there, quite the opposite. 150 years ago, Cascais was an abandoned and ghost town, which by an extraordinary turn - almost like a magic trick - became a noble haven. The purpose of this tour is to shed some light on these amazing and still remarkable changes in the Portuguese Riviera.
Your experience
Stop 1
One of the most photogenic beaches in Cascais, the perfect place for an introduction on the town's incredible location and amazing story
Stop 2
The fishing village, the citadel, the beach, the memories that still linger and the actual attractions
Stop 3
Where we explain and illustrate the incredible move of Cascais from a small fishing harbour to a glamorous Court Town
Stop 4
We explore the citadel and it's historical landmarks, but also the contemporary art developments
Stop 5
We explore The Sommer House and the Cultural Center of Cascais, the architecture, the stories and the recent revamping
Stop 6
The fabulous legacy of the Count of Arnoso and the more recent story of the Marina that grew in the outskirts of his property
Stop 7
Probably the most amazing house by the sea in the hole Cascais coast. The genius of architect Raul Lino explained.
Stop 8
The Lighthouse is dramatic, but the recent revamping is no less amazing
Stop 9
A dream house somewhere between a castle and a manor house, mixing several languages, including Romanesque, Gothic, Manuelino, and Moorish Revival.
Stop 10
A Romantic garden and the most popular green space in Cascais, where cocks, chicken and poultry are now free to roam.
What’s included
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Professional photographer guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Meeting and pickup
Cascais train terminal I'll be waiting outside the main entrance of the train station.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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