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What to expect

Central Hotel

Central Hotel

Stay at a stylish base in the heart of Lisbon with easy access to everything

Lisbon Guided Tour

Lisbon Guided Tour

Explore the unique neighborhoods of Baixa, Chiado & Belém

Sintra & Cascais Trip

Sintra & Cascais Trip

Enjoy a full-day excursion to the fairytale city & Penna Palace

Shared Festive Meals

Shared Festive Meals

Enjoy shared meals with other solo travelers on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

About this trip...

Join your fellow solo travelers to celebrate Christmas in the vibrant and historic city of Lisbon. This festive escape blends culture, history, and seasonal charm, with beautifully decorated streets, rich traditions, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We stay at the stylish Lumen Hotel & The Lisbon Light Show, offering modern comfort alongside a unique immersive light experience. Throughout our stay, we explore Lisbon’s most iconic neighbourhoods, discover its fascinating past, and enjoy time at leisure to soak up the festive spirit. From historic quarters to coastal scenery and magical palaces, this escorted group tour offers a perfect balance of guided experiences and relaxation. With included dining and thoughtfully planned visits, we enjoy a seamless and sociable Christmas break. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience Lisbon at its most magical time of year.
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What's included?

  • Return airport transfers
  • Private Rom
  • Daily breakfast & welcome dinner
  • Christmas dinner and Christmas lunch with drinks package (wine, soft drinks & water)
  • Welcome drink
  • Sintra & Cascais excursion with Pena Palace entry
  • Entry tickets to Belém Tower & Elevador de Santa Justa
  • Guided tour of Lisbon
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader

What's extra:

  • International flights not included. Let us help you book them! Learn more.

  • Activities not included in the itinerary

  • Meals not included in the itinerary

  • Tips & drinks

  • Travel insurance

Itinerary

  • Arrive in Lisbon
  • Lisbon city tour
  • Sintra & Cascais excursion
  • Christmas Day in Lisbon
  • Departure day

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive in Lisbon

Day One: Arrive in Lisbon

On arrival at Lisbon Airport, we hop on a private bus transfer to our centrally located hotel. After settling in, we enjoy a welcome drink followed by dinner at the hotel. This is a great opportunity to meet our fellow solo travelers and begin our festive getaway together.

  • Dinner included
Day Two: Lisbon City Tour

Day Two: Lisbon City Tour

After breakfast, we begin our exploration of Lisbon with a guided walking tour through the storied districts of Baixa and Chiado. These historic and cosmopolitan neighbourhoods have long been gathering places for artists, writers and intellectuals, and remain the vibrant heart of the city. As we stroll through their grand streets and squares, we discover Lisbon's turbulent history—from the devastating 1755 earthquake and the city's ambitious reconstruction to Portugal's monarchy, revolution and cultural evolution.
After time at leisure for lunch, we continue to the historic district of Belém. Here, we explore Lisbon's most iconic landmarks—the Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries—each one a testament to Portugal's extraordinary seafaring past and architectural legacy. It's a fitting end to a day spent deep in the heart of the city's history.
 
 
  • Breakfast included
Day Three: Sintra & Cascais Excursion

Day Three: Sintra & Cascais Excursion

Today we enjoy a full-day excursion to the historic town of Sintra and the coastal resort of Cascais. We travel through the dramatic Sintra Mountains—a UNESCO-listed area renowned for its extraordinary landscapes and distinctive architecture. In Sintra, we stroll through the atmospheric historic centre, its cobbled streets and vibrant buildings alive with festive spirit. We visit the spectacular Pena Palace, a striking hilltop castle that showcases the bold, eclectic style of 19th-century Portuguese design.

There is time to soak up the atmosphere and perhaps sample Sintra's famous pastéis de nata before we continue along the stunning coastal road, passing the sweeping sands of Guincho beach before arriving in Cascais. We explore this stylish seaside town at our own pace, taking in its picturesque marina, independent shops and unhurried coastal character. In the evening, we return to Lisbon for a special Christmas dinner at our hotel—a sociable and festive end to a spectacular day.

  • Breakfast & Christmas dinner included
Day Four: Christmas Day in Lisbon

Day Four: Christmas Day in Lisbon

Christmas Day is at leisure for us to enjoy Lisbon at our own pace. Whether you choose to relax at the hotel, wander the quieter streets of a city enjoying its festive day or simply do nothing at all, there's no agenda and no rush. A traditional Christmas lunch brings the group together at midday—a sociable and celebratory moment before the afternoon opens up again. Beyond that, the day is completely up to you how you spend it.

 
  • Breakfast & lunch included

Day Five: Departure day

Day Five: Departure day

After breakfast, the morning is ours for one last taste of Lisbon. With a later flight, there's plenty of time to browse the independent shops, revisit a favourite spot or simply sit with a coffee and watch the city go by. When the time comes, we transfer to the airport together—leaving Lisbon with full hearts and no doubt a few plans already forming for the next adventure.


  • Breakfast included

Accommodations

Lumen Hotel & The Lisbon Light Show

The Lumen Hotel & The Lisbon Light Show brings a contemporary edge to the heart of the city, with shops, restaurants and Lisbon's most celebrated attractions all within easy reach.
Facilities include:
A range of modern facilities including a rooftop swimming pool, fitness centre, restaurant and bar—alongside its signature Lisbon Light Show experience, which adds a genuinely unique dimension to your stay. Guests also benefit from 24-hour reception and luggage storage for a seamless arrival and departure.
Room includes:
Rooms are bright, modern and comfortable, equipped with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, minibar, tea and coffee facilities and a private bathroom—everything you need to recharge after a full day of discovery.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info
Dec 22 2026 Dec 26 2026 4
$1689
  

Essential Information

Transfer Time
The transfer time from Porto Airport to your hotel is approximately 40 minutes.
Dress Code
For this Christmas city break in Lisbon, we recommend comfortable, layered clothing as the weather is mild during the day but cooler in the evenings. We should wear practical walking shoes for cobbled streets and sightseeing, with smart-casual outfits for included dinners and festive occasions. A light jacket or coat, along with a small umbrella, will ensure we are prepared for any change in weather while staying comfortable throughout the tour.
Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters and hotel staff of approximately EUR 20.00. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.
Passport, Visa & Entry Requirements
We recommend that you check passport and visa requirements for the country you are visiting at the State Department if you have a U.S. Passport. Most countries require that your passport have at least six months validity when traveling internationally, and many require that you have one to two blank visa pages for either an entry stamp or visa. As a general rule, please check that your passport has six months validity beyond your planned trip, and if not, please renew your passport with plenty of time to provide Solos with your updated passport information by the final payment due date.
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Health Requirements

We recommend that you check if vaccinations are required for your destination at the CDC’s recommendations for your visited destination(s). We also recommend you purchase travel protection. A travel protection plan can often assist with medical emergencies and reimburse costs that are covered by the plan. Please verify coverage details with Solos before you travel.

Currency
Euro
Important Information
A reasonable level of fitness/mobility is required as we include plenty of sightseeing/travelling. Itinerary is subject to change according to traffic, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances beyond control.
Flights & Airport Transfers
Whether you'd like us to arrange your flights or prefer to book your own, we're here to make the process easy. Our team can secure flights from the location that suits you best, or provide all the arrival and departure details you'll need if booking independently.
 
Arrival & departure airport transfers are included for the majority of our trips EXCEPT our UK Breaks, regardless of if you book your own flights or if we book them for you. To learn more about flight options, payments, and transfers, click here.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance before any trip — it safeguards you against unexpected issues like illness, cancellations, or lost luggage. It also protects your health and travel investment, giving you peace of mind to fully enjoy your journey. Click here. to learn more.

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