Lisbon Sunset 2-Hour Tagus River Sailing Tour with Drinks
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This two-hour sailing tour takes place on a 12-meter sailboat along the Tagus River in Lisbon, starting at the dock where passengers board the yacht. The tour departs in the late afternoon to coincide with sunset. During the trip, the boat passes several notable landmarks. First, it sails past Praça do Comércio, a historic plaza facing the river that was rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake. The route continues along the south shore, offering views of Almada, including the Cacilhas Lighthouse and old docks. The Cacilhas Lighthouse, operational since 1885, marks the southern limit of the anchorage area on the river. The boat then approaches the Sanctuary of Christ the King, a large Catholic monument inspired by the statue in Rio de Janeiro, overlooking Lisbon from Almada. Next, the tour passes beneath the Ponte 25 de Abril bridge, originally named Salazar Bridge when opened in 1966. The boat continues toward Belém, where it passes the non-functional Belém Lighthouse, built in 1940 as a decorative element. Nearby is the 16th-century Belém Tower, a fortification that served as a ceremonial gateway and embarkation point for explorers. The tour also passes the Monument of the Discoveries, which commemorates the Portuguese Age of Discovery during the 15th and 16th centuries. Finally, the boat sails past the Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology (MAAT), located in Belém on the riverfront in a repurposed power station and a modern complex. Onboard drinks include bottled water, apple or red fruit juice, and alcoholic beverages. Food is not provided. Smoking is not allowed on the boat, and gratuities are not included.
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Itinerary
Starting dock
The meeting point and departure location where guests board the 12-meter sailing yacht for the tour.
10 min
Praca do Comercio
A large plaza facing south onto the Tagus River, known in Portuguese as Terreiro do Paço. It once hosted the Royal Palace of Ribeira until destroyed by the 1755 earthquake. The area was rebuilt under Marquis of Pombal’s direction during the reign of King José I.
Almada
On the south shore of the river, the views include Almada’s docks, old shipyards, and the Cacilhas Lighthouse.
Farol de Cacilhas
The lighthouse began operation on 31 December 1885 to mark the southern limit of the anchorage area on the Tagus River, where fog is common. It emitted an oil-fuelled, fixed white light over 342 degrees, with a fifth-order lens providing a nominal range of 11.5 nautical miles. In May 1886, a bell controlled by clockwork was added. In 1905, a device was installed to cover the light for five seconds every minute to distinguish it from fixed lights of vessels. The lighthouse was shut down from March 1916 to the end of 1918 during the First World War. In 1927, acetylene gas lighting was introduced, a fourth-order lens installed, and blue panels added to produce a green light in line with international port light regulations.
Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei
A Catholic monument in Almada overlooking Lisbon, dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Inspired by Rio de Janeiro’s Christ the Redeemer statue, it was inaugurated on 17 May 1959 to thank for Portugal’s avoidance of direct World War II damage.
Ponte 25 de Abril
Opened on 6 August 1966 and originally named Salazar Bridge after the prime minister, the bridge was renamed after the 1974 Carnation Revolution. It is also known as the Tagus River Bridge.
Belem Lighthouse
A false lighthouse built for the 1940 Portuguese World Exhibition. It has all features of a lighthouse but never operated as one. Located between Torre de Belém and the Monument to the Discoveries, it serves as a tourist feature.
Torre de Belem
Also called the Tower of Saint Vincent, this 16th-century fortification served as a ceremonial gateway and embarkation point for explorers. It is an example of Manueline architecture with additional styles.
Padrao Dos Descobrimentos
A monument along the river celebrating the Portuguese Age of Discovery in the 15th and 16th centuries, marking the departure point for ships trading with India and the Orient.
MAAT - Museu de Arte, Arquitetura e Tecnologia
An international museum opened in October 2016, located on the Belém riverfront. The campus covers 38,000 square meters and includes a repurposed 1908 power station and a modern building by AL_A architects. It hosts exhibitions and events focused on art, architecture, and technology.
Meeting point
Meet us at: Doca de Alcantara, Porta 1 (Gate 1) Rua da Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, 1350-355 Lisboa
End point
Meet us at: Doca de Alcântara ( aka Doca do Espanhol), Porta 1 (Gate 1) Rua da Cintura do Porto de Lisboa, 1350-355 Lisboa (type “Sailing with Sal” in Google Maps, Maps, or Waze) Sailing with Sal https://maps.app.goo.gl/g7GMKQ19GznvjeCx7?g_st=ic
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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