Portugal

EXPLORING HISTORY

April 21st-28th

8 days and 7 nights

This Journey is Open to all Women

Double Room $3,600

Single Room $ 4,300

Known for being one of Europe's oldest cities and most laid-back capitals, sunny Lisbon is an incredibly scenic and romantic city. Here you will explore a vibrant city known for its historical neighborhoods, cultural treasures, and famous yellow trams. You will find yourself spellbound by its Moorish medieval architecture and captivated by its soulful music. Get ready to discover the heart of Portugal and the fairytale castles of Sintra. It's a European capital like no other, and one that you'll want to return to time and again.

On this journey, you'll experience:

Tastes of local life
Small group travel
Relaxation with time to explore on your own
Cultural history with our in-house anthropologist
Curated tours
World Heritage Sites
Opportunity to strengthen relationships and make new friends

Lisbon is such a magical, trendy, lively city. It has everything you’d want in a big city - beautiful architecture, amazing food, cute cafes, incredible walkability, and it is super close to incredible beaches and nature spots!

Your Experience Includes:

Delectable Welcome Meal that replenishes both body and soul
Guided walking tour of central Lisbon and its magical neighborhoods of Baixa, Chiado and Alfama
Immersive photography workshop with a professional photojournalist taking place in beautiful small streets and quaint alleyways
Visit some of the most beautiful cloisters in the world at the Jeronimos Monastery (World Heritage Monument)
Explore the Pena Palace on a half-day trip to Sintra
Memorable dinner in a 1700s chapel filled with the enchanting music of Fado
Experience a tile making workshop with a visit to the National Tile Museum
Enjoy a hands-on traditional Portugese cooking class
Discover Roman ruins on a stroll through Lisbon's historic center
See the Belem Tower - Lisbon's most iconic monument rising from the river (World Heritage Site)
Take in Liberdade Park - the most charming and mysterious national park Europe has to offer
Stop by Portugal's oldest bakery
Fabulous farewell dinner
Stay in a 4-5 star hotel

READY TO JOIN? SECURE YOUR SPOT

Like all of Thrive Through Travel's trips this will be an inspiring journey with a beautiful combination of rejuvenation, inspiration and adventure.

Tentative Schedule

April 21st.... 7pm Welcome Dinner

April 22nd....9:30 am Best of Lisbon Walking Tour (3 hours) and 5pm Outdoor Photography Workshop (3 hours)

April 23rd....9:15 am Belam & Jeronimos Monastery Tour (4 hours)

April 24th.... 9:00 am Tiles Workshop and National Tiles Museum Tour (8 hours)

April 25th.... 8:30 am Sintra and Pena Palace 1/2 day tour (5 hours), 6:30 pm Dinner and Fada Music (2 1/2 hours)

April 26th.... TBD Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class ( 3 hours)

April 27th.... TBD Roman Archaeology Tour and TBD Fabulous Farewell Dinner

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Included in the Price of the Retreat

3 dinners

All breakfasts

All tips for included dinners, except on alcohol you purchase

All tips for excursions

Accommodations in a 4-5 star hotel

Curated itinerary

Excursions listed above

Shuttle or taxi transportation to excursions listed, unless they are within walking distance

Monthly preparatory e-newsletters leading up to this trip

Zoomed meet and greet March 7, 2026

Not Included in the Price of the Retreat

Lunches and dinners with exception of our welcome dinner, dinner with Fado music and farewell dinner

Drinks and laundry

Flights

Transportation to and from our hotel upon your arrival and departure

Any attractions or activities not specifically listed

Medical expenses

Travel insurance

Visa/passport fees

Souvenir shopping, extras and spa services

Personal telephone calls, fax, email bills, tips, etc.

Anything not listed in the itinerary

Payments and Cancellation Policy

Deposit: Only $700 down to reserve your spot. Deposit is non-refundable

July 1, 2025: $1000

August 1, 2025 $1000

September 1, 2025 $ Your Remaining Balance

Cancellation Policy

For the Trip: Any cancellation will result in a total loss of the $700 USD deposit. Any cancellation made between July 1, 2025 and September 30th, 2025 will result in a loss of 50% of your payments thus far. Any cancellation made between October 1st and the trip departure will result in a total loss of funds. We reserve the right to cancel the trip prior to the arrival date of April 21, 2026 , and if we do, your deposit and all payments will be refunded in full. Trip cancellation insurance is HIGHLY recommended and can be purchased through your Thrive Through Travel host Kathy Beekman.

Disclaimer

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Thrive Through Travel has no special knowledge regarding the financial condition of the Suppliers, unsafe conditions, health hazards, weather hazards, or climate extremes at locations to which you may travel. It is your responsibility to keep informed of all requirements in relation to your trip and any COVID-19 based restrictions.
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