Enjoy a Fado in Chiado performance and discover the soul of Lisbon. The musical form of fado was adopted as a part of Portuguese culture and is now a symbol of the nation, with a particularly strong tradition in the historic districts of Lisbon. Enjoy a performance featuring a male and a female singer, accompanied by two musicians playing classical and a Portuguese guitar. Admire images of unique must-see locations in Lisbon as your watch the performance. It is said that fado combines nostalgia, Portuguese pride, and hope, in a musical style epitomized by Amália Rodrigues. Due to its cultural importance and unique style, this musical form was declared part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. The Fado in Chiado performance takes place in the center of Lisbon. Experience the live show and then take advantage of the night to discover more of the city.

Fado is one of the most famous characteristics from Lisbon - not only a sad song, but a representation of the spirit of Portuguese mentality - you will feel goosebumps while feeling this experience for the first time. You are gonna be experiencing a front seat for a Fado show, one drink to enjoy with appetizers throughout the show in a typical Portuguese restaurant, hear legendary stories all while being assisted by an expert local guide. It is said that fado combines nostalgia, Portuguese pride, and hope, in a musical style epitomized by Amália Rodrigues. Due to its cultural importance and unique style, this musical form was declared part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Fado definitely makes you feel something when listening to it, and is definitely an experience that we highly recommend! Other things to note On the event day, look for our team (yellow umbrellas/hoodies) in the middle of Camoes square.

Explore Lisbon's Alfama district, local cuisine, and the UNESCO-listed musical genre of Fado on this guided walking tour. Savor a traditional Portuguese dinner in the Alfama area, walk through the winding cobblestone streets of Mouraria, then head to a Fado house to attend a concert. Start your Fado tour of Lisbon with a typical dinner in the Alfama district. Find out about the local habits and cuisine in the city's oldest district, where fado was born in the early 19th century. Then, wander down the alleys of the old part of town on a walking tour through Mouraria and Alfama (1 hour approximately). End at a traditional Fado house and listen to the mournful melodies of Fado, a quintessentially Portuguese genre produced by a Portuguese guitar and characterized by heartfelt lyrics. Lose yourself in the atmosphere and mood of the music. Fado was inscribed by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in November 2011.

Discover the sights and sounds of Portugal on a 4-day package tour from Madrid, crossing the scenic region of Extremedura en route to the Portuguese capital of Lisbon. Learn about the Spanish conqusitadors at Trujillo, and the Portuguese Age of Discoveries in Belem. See old trams on the streets of Alfama, and learn about the apperance of the Virgin Mary in Fatima. Accommodation will be at a 4-star hotel in central Lisbon, with optional evening activities and day tours for your pleasure. Day 1: Madrid - Trujillo - Lisbon Depart Madrid at 08:00 and drive through the scenic Extremadura region of Spain, stopping in historic Trujillo to discover a city enriched by the Spanish conquistadors. You will have time to wander the city center to see stunning medieval and Renaissance buildings, such as the main Plaza Mayor, where an equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro stands guard. Continue across the border to Portugal, and check in to the 4-star Hotel Lutecia on arrival in Lisbon. Situated at the mouth of the River Tagus, the Portuguese capital is a delight to explore at night. You can join an optional fado show to experience the typically melancholic folk songs of Portugal, or relax on your own at leisure. Day 2: Lisbon Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Alfama, Lisbon’s oldest neighborhood. Marvel at the medieval Castle of São Jorge, overlooking the Alfama from its hilltop location, and see old trams trundling down the cobblestone streets. Continue to Belem, dominated by the fortress Tower of Belem and ornate Monastery of Los Jeronimos. The afternoon is free to explore at leisure, or take an optional excursion to the fairytale palaces of Sintra, and the glorious beaches and resorts of the Estoril Coast and Cascais. Day 3: Lisbon - Fatima - Lisbon Today you will visit one of the most important sites of pilgrimage in Portugal on a day trip to Fatima. Learn the story of the apparition of the Virgin Mary to 3 shepherd children as they tended their flock in the Cova da Iria. You will be free to explore sites such as the Sanctuary of Fátima and Chapel of the Apparitions. See the mosaics and stained glass windows of the Basilica, and enjoy some quiet time in the Holy Trinity Church. Return to Lisbon for your overnight stay. Day 4: Lisbon - Caceres - Madrid Depart Lisbon and re-cross the border with Spain en route to Madrid. Stop at the historic walled city of Caceres, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 for its beautiful mix of Roman, Moorish, Northern Gothic and Italian Renaissance architecture. Discover some of the 30 remaining Islamic towers, and glorious Renaissance palaces, as you wander the narrow streets at leisure. Continue to Madrid for the end of tour services.

The Fado, the city and the people are the central elements of the experiences that are proposed. The goal is to bring the new life to the city and the way the Fado is seen, creating an experience of proximity, between the public and musicians and fado singers avoiding a passive attitude of listening to this musical genre. Travel through some of the most emblematic historical districts of the capital, where Fado is king and where you will get to know the most outstanding characters of the history of Fado up to the present time. Find the magic in some of the most bohemian and typical neighborhood of Lisbon. Enjoy a Fado Show, where everybody can sing, while tasting some Portuguese meals and drinks. Come and find one of the most best kept secrets of the city of Lisbon.

Explore the historic Alfama district of Lisbon in comfort on a light, 1.5-hour guided Segway tour, and discover the birthplace of fado music. The guided tour includes a knowledgeable guide to tell you stories about the places you will pass. Discover sights not seen on the usual tourist circuit, including local favorite cafés in one of the city’s oldest areas. The Alfama retains features from its medieval Moorish past, ready for you to discover on the narrow labyrinth of streets and arcades. Experience a vibrant community still in touch with Lisbon's old-way of life, following a path where poets loitered and fado songs filled the bars.

Learn about the origins of fado music on a 3-hour walking tour of the Lisbon neighborhoods where it originated. As you explore, you will be accompanied by a live fado singer and guide. Experience the magic of Portuguese fado, a form of music listed by UNESCO as of “World Intangible Cultural Heritage.” An important part of everyday life in Lisbon, there is no better way to learn about Portuguese culture than through a close encounter with fado in the nation’s capital. You will go to some typical fado houses, where fadistas have earned their living for decades. Wander the alleys and squares around Praca Martim Moniz, a multicultural part of Lisbon that is off the usual tourist route. Discover local taverns instrumental in the history of fado culture in the Mouraria district. Then, stop for a delicious meal of caldo verde (a traditional Portuguese soup) and barbecued chouriço (spicy sausage), served with bread and wine in one of the authentic fado houses of Alfama.

The city of Lisbon, with its rich culture and history, is one of the oldest capitals in Europe. The seductive and romantic city on the Tagus River casts a spell on everyone. Experience the real Lisbon and visit the neighborhoods of Alfama, Graça and Mouraria. The fun and eco-friendly tuk-tuks are perfect for exploring the narrow streets of Lisbon. Lisbon is called the city of the seven hills. Take a break along the best viewpoints and enjoy the best views of the city. Also try the famous “ginginha” liqueur in the Alfama district. Let an experienced guide accompany you on the tour, who will tell you everything about the city. Take part in this unique experience.

Admire our city on a tour that invites you to look at it from a different perspective: after the pick up service at the hotel, we will take a panoramic tour of the city, where you will appreciate the beauty of the Belém neighborhood with the monuments referring to the time of the Discoveries. Along the way, we will be able to admire the charm of the contrast between the night and the illumination of Lisbon's most important squares, avenues and monuments, stopping at Nossa Senhora do Monte Viewpoint. In the end, indulge in a lovely evening listening to traditional Portuguese music, famous around the world, Fado. Enjoy a traditional meal accompanied by beautiful songs.

Lisbon is a capital that has an incredible nightlife but remains safe and friendly. Experience this nightlife on a 5-hour tour that takes you around the city in the evening. Discover that people love to go out during the night because of the nice climate and the many bars, discos and terraces. During the night, some neighborhoods of Lisbon, such as Alfama, come alive with the sound of Fado leaving restaurants and bars and spreading out into the small, narrow streets. This music is not merely a style, but the soul of Portugal and experience this during your own dining experience. Enjoy a traditional meal at a restaurant and then listen and watch as musicians perform this cultural music for you. After dinner, step out into the streets to visit the main monuments of Lisbon, completely illuminated. Pass by the Belém Tower, the Jerónimos Monastery, Comercio Square, the Águas Livres Aqueduct, the Expo neighborhood and more. Visit 2 of the most beautiful panoramic views over the city, at Santa Luzia and Senhora do Monte. When your tour ends, you will be able to go explore the nightlife on your own!