This port city was once the entrance point for exotic wares from the far-flung corners of Asia, Africa and the Americas. Get lost in the Alfama, a maze of streets where houses are so close together, you can spread your arms and touch the buildings on both sides of the street! Stroll along the cobblestone pedestrian malls and Lisbon's main street, the Avenida da Liberdade.

Tour Europe's smallest capital, a port city once the entrance point for exotic wares from the far-flung corners of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Now the city has a new vibrancy, with the opening of a new railway hub and the contrast of brash new modern buildings and restored medieval façades. Get lost in the Alfama, a maze of streets where houses are so close together, you can spread your arms and touch buildings on both sides of the street. Stroll the cobblestone pedestrian malls and Lisbon's main street, the Avenida da Liberdade. Get your portrait done by one of the sidewalk artists. See the new bridge, Ponte Vasco da Gama (built for Expo '98), which spans the Tagus river. Shop for handcrafts. Lisbon remains one of the best places to buy hand-made goods from around the world-embroidery, ceramics, silver, and tiles.

Tour the Jerónimos Monastery, a monastery ordered by Manuel the Fortunate to commemorate Vasco da Gama's voyage to India. The monastery is one of Portugal’s finest examples of Manueline architecture that combines flamboyant Gothic and Moorish influences with elements of the nascent Renaissance. The church features tombs of many of the great figures in Portuguese history, including Vasco da Gama.

Explore the Castle of Sao Jorge, the nucleus of the original city, inhabited by the Phoenicians and subsequently by every other conquering culture.

Potential venues include (but not limited to): Basilica dos Mártires, St. Dominic's International School, the Lisbon Coliseum, the Marques de Pombal Foundation, and the Theatre of the Spanish Institute of Lisbon - "Giner de los Rios". Subject to final confirmation.

Enjoy a full day excursion outside of Lisbon to explore the natural beauty and royal buildings of Sintra, the westernmost point of continental Europe at Cabo da Roca and the picturesque seaside town of Cascais.

The National Palace of Sintra, often referred to as the Town Palace (Palácio da Vila), is a historic royal residence situated in Sintra, Portugal. It stands out as the most well-preserved medieval royal palace in the country, having been continuously occupied from the early 1400s until the late 1800s.

Enjoy the stunning views and capture the moment with a photo at Cape Roca, Europe’s most westerly point.

Take some time to relax and enjoy two of Portugal's most beautiful beaches. Visit Cascais and Estoril to take in some rays and meet the locals.

Visit the luxury resort town of Cascais and see the citadel that once served as a summer home for the King of Spain in the 16th century.

Óbidos is the classic Portuguese fortified town and is one of the most picturesque locations in Portugal. A small town amidst the hills of the Leiria area, Batalha only became a place of significance upon the building of its magnificent monastery, now honored with UNESCO World Heritage status.

Visit the working fishing port of Peniche, the pristine beaches of Lagoa de Obidos and even Europe's largest collection of Buddha statues at the Buddha Eden. Óbidos is a great base from which to explore this enthralling region, and the town is rapidly becoming a popular destination.

Potential venues include (but not limited to): the Monastery of Batalha, a UNESCO Heritage site built to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese over the Castilians at the battle of Aljubarrota in 1385. Subject to final confirmation.

Évora is the capital of Alto Alentejo, a Roman city under Julius Caesar (Liberalitas Julia) and one of Portugal's finest and most delightful towns. It is a true open-air museum with a large number of wonderfully preserved monuments and buildings of public interest.

You will see 16th and 17th century houses, many with tile patios, cobblestoned and labyrinthine streets, squares with bubbling fountains and a profuse display of Moorish-inspired arches that help characterize the town. Your walk will be highlighted by the Praça do Giraldo, the city’s main square, the remains of the Roman Walls and the Roman Temple.

Potential venues include (but not limited to): the Praça do Giraldo. Subject to final confirmation.

Porto is a coastal city in northwest Portugal known for its stately bridges and port wine production. In the medieval Ribeira (riverside district, narrow cobbled streets wind past merchants' houses and cafes. São Francisco Church is known for its lavish baroque interior with ornate gilded carvings. The palatial 19th-century Palácio de Bolsa, formerly a stock market, was built to impress potential European investors.

Take a walking tour of Porto, one of Portugal's most stunning cities. This city is off the coast of Portugal and is known for its colorful buildings. Be sure to look for the blue and white tiled buildings. Not just a bustling seaside city, Porto is also home to botanical gardens. This historic city has extravagant baroque churches with soaring bell towers.

Ascend the Torre dos Clerigos (Clerics' Tower), the tallest structure in Portugal when completed in 1763. As the main feature of the city's skyline, ships used it as a guide when coming into Cais da Ribeira. The top of the tower offers spectacular views of the city.

Tour the Palacio do Bolsa and see its grand Arabian Room which was inspired by Granada's Alhambra.

Potential venues include (but not limited to): the Casa da Música and the Universidade de Porto. Subject to final confirmation.

The beautiful university city of Coimbra began as a Roman settlement. It was invaded by Germanic tribes and Moors before becoming the capital of the Kingdom of Portugal in the Middle Ages. As its political importance waned, it quickly grew as a cultural center due to its university, founded in 1290.

Enjoy a Walking Tour through the University of Coimbra, where highlights include: the Porta Pérrea; the Via Latina; the Sala dos Capelos, a portrait gallery of Portuguese kings; and the University Chapel, containing an 18th-century organ, 16th-century candelabra, 17th-century tiles, and a fine Manueline portal.

Built between 1717 and 1728, the University Library is also known as the Baroque Library in honor of King John V (1707-1750), who sponsored its construction and whose portrait, made by Domenico Duprà (1725), dominates the ornate space.

Visit the Santa Cruz Monastery, the burial place of the first two kings of Portugal.