Mid-February around the world brings flowers and candy and red heart-shaped boxes and balloons for Valentine’s Day on February 14th. Lisbon is no exception. The capital city of Portugal turns into a capital of love, as its restaurants, bars and clubs are flooded by lovers eager to celebrate their affection.

February is also the month of Carnivals in Portugal. With celebrations mainly centered around Madeira Island and the Algarve (the Loule Festival has a centenary tradition), Lisbon nevertheless has its share of street parties, confetti, parades and music. Silly rather than professional dances are in store along with masked parties and glee. Parque Nacoes is the focal point and the date is February 17th.

March brings about more than spring and the sense of rebirth. There are many events to look forward to, mainly concerts and the March 22nd Half Marathon which starts in Almada and finishes in Belem. 25.000 runners of different levels of ability will run along the Tagus River.

Among the artists that will be performing in concerts in Lisbon this month of March 2015 we must mention the Scorpions (March 10th), Boyce Avenue (March 14th) and Beyonce (26th and 27th of March). If you are a football fan, you can go to a Benfica match.

Moreover, if you travel an hour from Lisbon to Obidos, you can participate in the 13th edition of the International Chocolate Festival held between April 16th and May 3rd.

Spring is the best time to travel to Lisbon and see it in full bloom and once you are there, you might need a Lisbon tour or a Lisbon airport transfer to cater for your transport needs.

Day 1: Pick-up from Lisbon Airport, Lisbon Cruise Port, Train Station or Hotel/ Private Address. We drive across the country through the outstanding country side of Portugal, going through enchanted forests, discovering the hills of the “Natural Park of Arrabida” and get the chance to discover the magnificent Castle of Sesimbra.

“The castle” was built on the ruins of the ancient castle of the Moors, conquered in 1165 by the King of Portugal, Don Afonso Henriques. Its walls and the medieval citadel are visible from afar. From way uphill, he bay and the city of Sesimbra are visible. Nearby, we can observe the grandiose landscapes of Espichel cape and the welcoming beaches of Meco (National Monument).

The Sesimbra Castle stands 240 meters above the sea level, covered by a painted vault. At the opposite end, there is a watchtower with crenellated wall with the four seventeenth-century ramparts.

You can then enjoy a lovely lunch at the castle Coffee-shop during your visit.

Sesimbra castle
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In the beautiful city of Sesimbra, we will have the chance to visit real fishermen and their unique boats and even see some of them just arriving from the ocean.

Having arrived at the hotel after a long, amazing day, you will be able to enjoy a beautiful sunset in one of the many bars in the downtown city center.

Day 2: Pick up from the Hotel/ Address, heading to “Badoca Wildlife Animal Park” situated in the South of Portugal.

Once in the Badoca wildlife park, you will have the chance to admire the wild animals and even, in some cases, interact directly with them and observe them in their natural environment.

Don`t miss the chance to enjoy a real, unforgettable natural experience!

312 € / Person

150 € for children under the age of 10

*Package includes: Suitable Car, Accommodation (with breakfast included), Entrance and visit to the Castle, Entrance and guided visit to the Wild life Park, bilingual driver.