Lisbon Tile Art Tour

Unveiling the Art of Lisbon's Azulejos

8 hours

Min 2

Max 8

Embark on a vibrant and insightful journey with our Lisbon Tile Art Tour! This tour is designed to showcase the beauty and history of azulejos, Portugal’s iconic painted tiles, in either the magical setting of Sintra or the scenic landscapes of Serra da Arrábida.

Our Lisbon Tile Art Tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of azulejos. You’ll explore historical panels, learn about traditional techniques, and discover the cultural significance of these beautiful tiles. We aim to provide an engaging and educational experience.

Included

  • Pick up and Drop off
  • Mandatory fees
  • Wi-Fi and bottled water on board
  • Exclusive and specialized Guide/Driver
  • Personalized transport in a luxury Mercedes vehicle in safe & comfortable conditions
  • All taxes
  • Public liability and personal accident insurance
  • Arrábida Tour – Tickets to visit Bacalhoa Palace, Winery, Wine Tasting, and museum (closed on Sundays and holidays)
  • Arrábida Tour – Tile Workshop (closed on Sundays and holidays)
  • Lisbon & Sintra Tour – Visit to the National Tile Museum of Lisbon.
  • Lisbon & Sintra Tour – Visit the National Palace of Sintra.
  • Lisbon & Sintra Tour – Wine tasting and a visit to a winery in Sintra.

Excluded

  • Food and drinks, unless specified on Tour Includes
  • Entrance fees, unless specified on Tour Includes

Why Experience This Tour

  • Discover the beauty and history of Lisbon’s tile art on a guided tour.
  • Explore historical neighborhoods and see examples of different azulejo styles.
  • Visit workshops and see artisans creating tiles using traditional methods.
  • Enjoy a personalized and intimate tour experience.
  • Connect with friendly locals and experience their warm hospitality.

Tour Plan

Azeitão & Arrabida Tile Art

Schedule: 9:00 AM

Wine tasting: Wine tasting at Bacalhôa Winery Museum.
Azeitão & Arrabida: Visit Bacalhôa Winery Museum & Bacalhôa Palace; Tile Workshop & Visit to Tile Factory; Visit Arrabida Mountain.

Lisbon & Sintra Tile Art

Schedule: 9:00 AM

Visit the National Tile Museum in Lisbon. Visit the National Palace of Sintra. Wine tasting and a visit to a winery.

 

 

Additional Information

Operational info

Private: Our tours are always private (just you and guide/driver);

Custom-made: The tour highlights are just suggestions of places to visit. The tour itinerary will be designed according to your preferences;

Tour Length: Each day tour is designed to last approximately 8 hours (hotel-tour-hotel);

Minimum group of 2 people and maximum 8 people;

The values indicated are per person and vary depending on the number of people.

Transfers

Lisbon airport, hotel and cruise transfers to and from all destinations in Portugal

Transport up to 8 adult passengers

Free Wi-Fi in all vehicles

Special rates for airport and cruise transfers

We will meet you inside the airport terminal arrivals and holding a sign with your name written on it

High quality service

Changes made by clients

Any changes made after booking confirmation along the tour will not be refundable, and the resulting costs will be considered extras and paid by the customer.

Spoken languages

Our tours are spoken in Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.

Cancellation Policy

If you must cancel your trip, penalties may apply based on the total trip price.

  • Suppose you cancel up to 30 days before your scheduled arrival. In that case, no penalties will be applied except for certain items such as entrance tickets, third-party activities, hotel bookings, and transaction fees. Each provider’s policy will be evaluated individually in these cases.
  • If you cancel between 30 and 15 days before your arrival, a penalty of 20% will be applied.
  • If you cancel less than 15 days before your scheduled arrival, a penalty of 100% will be applied. However, Real Embrace Portugal sometimes reserves the right to consider a partial refund.

 

Cancellation requests must be made by email.

Changes and Cancellations by Real Embrace Portugal

Before you enter into a contract with us, we reserve the right to change any of the facilities or services described in our brochure or website. We also reserve the right to cancel the booking do to weather and/or other conditions. Any changes are usually very minor and we will advise you at the earliest possible date. If a major change, such as change in departure time, becomes necessary, we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible your tours begins. When a major change or cancellation occurs you will have the choice of accepting the change of arrangements, purchasing another available tour from us, or cancelling your tour. If booking is cancelled we will refund all payments made directly to us in respect of the tour price. We will not refund any personal expenses you may have incurred as a result of your booking such as flight payments for land-only tours, travel insurance, equipment purchases, visas, vaccinations etc.

Discover the art of azulejos and craft your own!

Beautiful representation of lisbon in Tiles -Lisbon Tile Art Tour

Lisbon: A City of Azulejo Treasures

We’ll begin our tour in Lisbon, a city where azulejos adorn buildings and streets, telling stories of the past. You’ll explore historical neighborhoods and see examples of different azulejo styles.

We’ll visit workshops where you can see artisans creating tiles using traditional methods. You’ll learn about the history of azulejos, from their Moorish origins to their modern interpretations. Lisbon is a living museum of tile art on your Lisbon Tile Art Tour.

Cascais - Tile Arte - Real Embrace Services

Sintra's Fairytale Tiles

We’ll journey to this magical town, where azulejos enhance the beauty of palaces and gardens. You’ll see how tiles are integrated into the architecture of Sintra’s palaces.

We’ll explore hidden courtyards and discover unique tile designs. You’ll learn how the romantic atmosphere of Sintra influenced the art of azulejos. Sintra’s tiles add to the fairytale charm of the town on your Lisbon Tile Art Tour.

Tile factory - Lisbon Tile Art Tour

Serra da Arrábida, Azeitão, and Setúbal: Tiles and Coastal Beauty

We’ll explore the scenic landscapes and coastal towns south of Lisbon. You’ll visit Azeitão, known for its traditional tile workshops and wine production.

We’ll travel to Setúbal, a coastal city with a rich maritime history, where azulejos decorate buildings and churches. You’ll see how tiles reflect the region’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. The coastal towns offer a different perspective on tile art on your Lisbon Tile Art Tour.

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