We start with the Phoenicians, who named it "quiet bay", followed by the Romans - the first major settlers - to the Arabs, who shaped the old town alleys. The geography and climate of Lisbon were the greatest temptation for all the communities who settled here. Which is still the case today, incidentally.

The old district of Alfama, sitting on the hill facing the river, still exhibits strong references to maritime activities, from fishing to freight handling, that were once on top of the job opportunities list. Its inhabitants maintain a unique lifestyle, with a strong sense of community, influenced by urban density and the narrowness of the streets, making these neighborhood a small village inside the big city.

Along the way, a series of viewpoints open up some of the most extraordinary views over the river and the city's rooftops. The route continues into Mouraria, the old Moorish quarter and one of Lisbon's most multicultural neighborhoods, ending at Martim Moniz, where centuries of migration still meet today.

• The Romans and the Moors
• Old Jewish Quarter
• The Alfama district and its people
• Migration and dockworkers
• Hidden viewpoints
• Fado—the soundtrack of Lisbon
• The Roman Theatre of Olisipo and its innovative decorator, Caius Primus—key figures in the city's history
• The Mouraria district
• Largo Martim Moniz—a great melting pot of cultures

It includes tasting of the famous Pastel de Nata

*Maximum pax per groups on regular tours: around 16pax