Why choose this Lisbon tour ?
In 1807 Napoleon sent his armies to invade Portugal as punishment for the country not having joined his Continental Blockade.
With the English help, a joint force of British and Portuguese commanded by the future Duke of Wellington was created to tackle the situation.
Anticipating the third and last invasion the duke built two impregnable defensive lines north of Lisbon, fortifying all the surrounding hills.
In this tour we will visit three of the main forts of the Torres Vedras Defensive Lines which connect the Tagus to the Atlantic: the Alhandra Memorial Fort, the Zambujal Fort in Mafra and the Torres Vedras Fort. In Mafra we’ll visit the magnificent baroque complex Palace/Convent/Basilica, built with the large amounts of gold brought from Brazil.
On this trip we will talk about the history of this period and the importance of the influence of French revolutionary ideas on the future of Portugal.
A highlight of the tour is the beautiful scenery of the places we will visit.
Make the most of your Lisbon adventure
What makes Wellington Defensive Lines in Portugal a unique experience ?
Visit to the monument and the Fort. Admire the sights over the Tagus river and the plains of Ribatejo
Visit to the Fort of Zambujal in Mafra
Visit to the palace
Visit to the Interpretation Center of Lines of Torres Vedras
Visit to the Fort of Torres Vedras Castle
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guided Tour
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Wellington Defensive Lines in Portugal Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
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- Meals
- Mafra Palace ticket
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Lisbon Van Tours – Tours & experiences around Lisbon.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Lisbon.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 4 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 6 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
