Activity
Sightseeing Lisbon Cruise (Private)
Overview
Experience Lisbon from its most breathtaking angle on a Private Lisbon Boat Tour along the Tagus River. In just 2 hours, you will glide past iconic waterfront landmarks with a skipper and guided commentary, plus a welcome drink to set the mood.
🗺️ What to Expect
Step aboard and settle into a relaxed, crowd-free cruise designed for small private groups of up to 12 guests. Your skipper will navigate the Tagus while your guided tour brings Lisbon’s riverfront to life with fun facts and insights, all as you sip Portuguese wine and enjoy panoramic views of both Lisbon and Almada. This Private Lisbon Boat Tour is all about comfort, scenery, and seeing the city’s monuments from a perspective you simply cannot get on land.
✨ Highlights
- ⛵ Sail the Tagus on a Private Lisbon Boat Tour with a maximum of 12 guests
- 🍷 Enjoy a welcome drink, including Portuguese wine served on board
- 🏛️ Spot Lisbon’s famous riverside monuments, museums, and historic districts
- 🌉 Cruise beneath the striking 25th April Bridge for unforgettable photo moments
- 🗣️ Learn fun facts and key context with a guided tour while you sail
- 🌅 Take in sweeping views of Lisbon and Almada from the water
- 🧭 Choose between a standard sailboat or a luxury sailboat experience
📍 Itinerary
During your cruise, you will be able to appreciate Lisbon and Almada’s sights from the river, including:
- Electricity Museum
- MAAT
- 25th April Bridge
- Time Out Market
- Comercio Square
- Santa Apolónia
- Alfama
- National Pantheon
- Pontal de Cacilhas
- “Ponto Final” Restaurant
- King’s Christ
- Champalimaud Foundation
- Belém Tower
- Monument of Discoveries
✅ What’s Included
- Skipper
- Welcome drink
- Sailboat tour
- Guided tour
❌ Exclusions
- Pick up and drop off, ask for a quote
- Tapas menu, ask for a quote
ℹ️ Important Information
Duration: 2 hours
Group size: Maximum 12 clients
Accessibility: Not suitable for people with low mobility or wheelchairs
Restrictions: Not suitable for bachelor parties. Clients are not allowed to bring any food or drinks on board. Any client with an alcoholic appearance will not be allowed to board and the refund will not be allowed.
Meeting point and check in: Please check in at least 30 minutes before the tour start time. Do not be late, otherwise you cannot board the boat.
- Sailboat meeting point: Rent a Boat, Boat Tours and River Cruises, Doca de Belém, Av. de Brasília, 1400-038 Lisbon, near the Discoveries Monument (Padrão dos Descobrimentos). Meeting point is the VAN STAND with an orange and blue flag that says “Rent a Boat”.
- Luxury sailboat meeting point: Rent a Boat Office (ALCANTARA), Galerias Edifício Gonçalves Zarco 8, 1350-352 Lisboa.
What to bring: Rubber sole shoes, jacket, warm clothes, hat, sunscreen.
Special requirements: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for alcoholic beverages is 18 years old and up. Pets and service animals are allowed but count for the capacity of the boat, please inform in advance if you are bringing a pet or service animal.
Pricing: Sailboat 450€. Luxury sailboat 550€.
🚤 Ready to Sail Lisbon in Style?
If you are looking for a calm, scenic Tagus River Cruise with personalized attention, this Private Lisbon Boat Tour is an easy win. Choose your preferred boat, arrive early for check in, and let the river views of Lisbon and Almada do the rest. Availability is limited to 12 guests per departure, so secure your time slot before it fills.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ
1) How long is the Sightseeing Lisbon Cruise (Private)?
The tour lasts 2 hours. It is designed to give you a scenic overview of Lisbon and Almada from the Tagus River.
2) Where is the meeting point for the tour?
For the sailboat option, meet at Rent a Boat, Boat Tours and River Cruises, Doca de Belém, Av. de Brasília, 1400-038 Lisbon, near the Discoveries Monument. Look for the VAN STAND with an orange and blue flag that says “Rent a Boat”.
3) What is included in the Private Lisbon Boat Tour?
This Private Lisbon Boat Tour includes a skipper, a welcome drink, a sailboat tour, and a guided tour. You will also hear explanations and fun facts about the monuments along the river.
4) Is this Private Lisbon Boat Tour suitable for wheelchair users or people with low mobility?
No, it is not suitable for people with low mobility or wheelchairs. Please consider this requirement before booking.
5) What should I bring on board?
Bring rubber sole shoes, a jacket, warm clothes, a hat, and sunscreen. Food and drinks from outside are not allowed on board.
Activity
Availability
You can book up to the start time, as long as there are places remaining. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Additional Information
Physical: Wheelchair Not accessible
Duration
2h
Languages
English - Speaking Guide
Additional Information
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Cancellation Policy
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