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Private Tour to Defensive Lines of Torres, Mafra & Ericeira
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Sobral de Monte Agraco
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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After the second invasion of Portugal by Napoleon’s army in 1809, the British army, Portugal’s ally, led by Arthur Wellesley (later Duke of Wellington) designed three defensive lines of 152 fortresses 40 km around Lisbon to prevent another invasion which eventually happened. This magnificent strategic work can be seen today in some sites and better understood in one of the six interpretation centers. Visit this mountainous green region to witness history. The third invasion of Portugal defeat is said to have led towards Waterloo’s finale by Napoleon. Next visit the majestic Mafra National Palace which was turned into the French headquarters, but mostly it is the top baroque building in Portu...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
All Fees and Taxes
Private Tour to Defensive Lines of Torres, Mafra & Ericeira
(7) Reviews
Sobral de Monte Agraco
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After the second invasion of Portugal by Napoleon’s army in 1809, the British army, Portugal’s ally, led by Arthur Wellesley (later Duke of Wellington) designed three defensive lines of 152 fortresses 40 km around Lisbon to prevent another invasion which eventually happened. This magnificent strategic work can be seen today in some sites and better understood in one of the six interpretation centers. Visit this mountainous green region to witness history. The third invasion of Portugal defeat is said to have led towards Waterloo’s finale by Napoleon. Next visit the majestic Mafra National Palace which was turned into the French headquarters, but mostly it is the top baroque building in Portu...
Highlights
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 8 hours to 9 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary
1
Centro de Interpretacao das Linhas de Torres
In this Interpretation Center, visitors will get the first general context from the French Invasions of Portugal with maps, texts, audios and exhibition of artifacts.
1 hour
2
Circuito do Alqueidao
Visit the most important Fort from Wellington's first line of defense and also the Command Post, set up in a hill with a magnificent view around of the hills and countryside.
30 minutes
3
Serra do Socorro
Visit Wellington's telegraph, the method used to communicate with flags to the forts and the ships in the ocean.
30 minutes
4
Palacio Nacional de Mafra
Visit Mafra National Palace, the impressive barroque building from the 18th century that houses one of oldest and most beautiful libraries in Europe.
1 hour and 30 minutes
5
Forte do Zambujal
Visit the Fort from the second defense line which is closest to the coast.
30 minutes
6
Ericeira
Stroll around this picturesque old town and its wonderful beaches which are also considered the Surf capital of Portugal.
