We have arrived in Portugal after a long night train from Madrid. We slept as much as possible, but again had a unique encounter with some people on the train. This time though is was due to a complete lack of higene. Our train car had a very thick and potent smell unlike any other I have experienced in my life, and I know some stinky people. Nevertheless we made it to Portugal, and found our hostel without any hiccups. We again could not check in so we just locked up our bags and headed out for some breakfast and coffee in Lisbon.
After our quick breakfast we went back to the hostel for the free tour they offer on Tuesdays and Fridays. We expected a quick city tour that would maybe take 2 hours, but this was no ordinary tour. Our tour guide, a local and the manager of our hostel, lead our group of 27 around the city for around 7 hours. We did everything our guide book suggests to do in Lisbon and more. He gave us a history of the city, took us to 2 of his favorite churches, took us to 2 places at the top of the city for some phenomenal pictures, and through the Alfama. He took us to a local restaurant for a 2 hour three course meal in the city that cost only 13.50, one of the best deals of the trip so far. We finished off the long tour with a wine tasting and a nice walk back to our hostel. Luke wanted to talk the group into promising to reunite a year from now since we had such a special time together. If you ever stay at the Lisbon lounge, I recommend the free walking tour, but know that it is around 7 hours.
We would like to rest a little tonight before a day trip tomorrow to see one of the palaces in Portugal. The trip is really winding down and it is almost time to come home.
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