Date
15.10.2026 - 18.10.2026
(closes 2 months prior)
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Number of Participants
Min. 4 People
Max. 6 People
Languages spoken
English / German
Locations
Lisbon | Cascais
Lisbon is not a city you simply visit – it is a city you feel. Between rolling hills, pastel-colored facades, and the sound of old trams, a light unfolds that is second to none. This golden, soft glow transforms the city into a stage – and you, as a photographer, into the center of it all.
On our joint photography trip, we will delve deep into the art of seeing. We will explore Lisbon not only with our cameras, but with all our senses. From sunrise over the rooftops of Alfama to the last light on the Tagus River – every hour, every place tells its own story.
Together, we will practice techniques of landscape, architectural, and portrait photography – from long exposures and panning shots to exciting image compositions and authentic street portraits that reflect the character of the city. It’s not just about technique, but about feeling, timing, and consciously perceiving the moment.
We will discover hidden alleys, miradouros with spectacular views, modern architecture that plays with light and shadow, and scenes of everyday life. You will learn to tell stories in pictures – whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer.
In the evening, we will round off the day with good Portuguese food, inspiring conversations, and image reviews.
Impressions from our Lisbon trip
Highlights & Focus Areas
- In Alfama, the oldest district of the city, you can play with light and shadow, capturing colors, textures, and real life
- A trip takes you to Cascais, where the sea glistens in the warm evening light. Enjoy Portuguese delicacies and capture the magic of the golden hour on the Atlantic Ocean
- At LX Factory, you’ll encounter creative energy, street art, and industrial architecture – a contrast to the city’s historic alleys
- For the best photo opportunities, visit the Ponte 25 de Abril and the Ponte Vasco da Gama – masterpieces of engineering that define Lisbon’s skyline
- Discover Lisbon’s architectural diversity: Manueline splendor, Pombaline clarity, and modern design buildings on the Tagus River – a visual journey through centuries
- Together, we will enjoy local specialties at our culinary insider tips
- We will have exciting photo reviews and photo editing sessions
- Architectural photography
- Landscape photography
- Street photography
- Portrait photography
- HDR photography
- Color photography & Black-and-White photography
- Image structure & Composition
- Blue hour & Golden hour
- Long exposures
- Panning
Tour Guides
Remo Furrer
Photo Guide & Travel Expert
Gate to Paradise
Vanessa Suess
Social Media & Travel Expert
Gate to Paradise
Prices & Services
15.10.2026 - 18.10.2026
CHF 1’440.- incl. Taxes / Person – Double Room
CHF 1’590.- incl. Taxes / Person – Single Room
- 3 nights in a 3-star hotel, including breakfast – stylish, centrally located, and ideal as a starting point for our photo tours
- You will receive detailed travel information, equipment recommendations, dress code advice, and other practical tips to help you prepare for your photo trip
- Intensive personal support from a photography expert and a travel expert who will accompany you in photography techniques, composition, and discovering the city
- CHF 190.- voucher for a 1:1 Photo Workshop for Lightroom
- 10% discount for your next Road Trip Planning
- Individual arrival/departure to/from Lisbon
- Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Drinks
- Insurances
- Individual transportation in and around Lisbon (We explore the city together by e-scooter, bicycle, or train)
Book your trip
Please fill in the form below with the requested details and return it to Gate to Paradise. We will send you a trip confirmation and an invoice for the deposit. Bookings are held as provisional until the required deposit is received.