Small-Group Sintra, Pena Palace, Regaleira, Roca, Cascais Tour
Wonderful excursion, with Pena Palace, Sintra beautiful medieval streets, views of Cape Roca, and then finally amazing Cascais coast.
Explore the streets, taste local pastries, take pictures. Learn about our history, life in Portugal and our food - our guide will answer everything you want to know.
Departing from Lisbon, small group (max 8) on a Premium Van - Pickup in Lisbon, select from hotel list or the closest point.
- Pena Palace visit (9h30 slot)*
- Sintra old town, view National Palace or walk to Quinta Regaleira*
- Cabo da Roca
- Atlantic Ocean views
- Cascais & Estoril
Visit unique palaces, enjoy UNESCO monuments and, later, visit beautiful Cascais. After a nice lunch and walk by the beach, we will take you back to the starting point, at the end of the day (16h30-17h).
*Tickets not included. Pena Palace visit 9h30 (price 20€).
If you prefer, book for Pena Park (price 10€), for gardens views and chapel, to enjoy architecture and take photos, only not seeing rooms inside.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Park and National Palace of Pena, Estrada da Pena, Sintra 2710-609 Portugal
Pena Palace is one of the best representations of 19th century Romanticism in europe. Being the second-highest point in the Serra de Sintra (over 500m above sea level), it will amaze you with its unique architecture and spectacular views. King Ferdinand II - the king-artist - fell in love with Sintra, and following the purchase of the property, decided to build a unique castle and park, with 500 plant species from all corners of the world. The palace incorporates Manueline and Moorish architectural influences, that together will give you an atmosphere of “a thousand and one nights.”. An unforgettable experience.
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Stop At: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
In the center of Sintra you can either stay in the village, view the National Palace or walk to visit Regaleira (tickets not included). Also, a great option is to stay, and enjoy the wonders of this beautiful medieval little town, walking the narrow streets, feel the local atmosphere and then grab a coffee and try local pastry "Travesseiro".
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
Pass By: Quinta da Regaleira, Rua Barbosa do Bocage, Sintra 2710-567 Portugal
Regaleira is a 19th century Villa, known as Palácio da Regaleira. Located in the center of Sintra, it was bought by a Portuguese businessman who was fascinated by secret orders such as Freemasonry and the Templars. Regaleira was transformed into a palace surrounded by gardens, lakes, caves and enigmatic constructions, symbolic places, typical of secret societies and rituals. A unique monument influenced by Romantic, Neo-Gothic and Manueline architecture.
(this is optional: during this stop, you will explore the Sintra village or walk to visit Regaleira - self-guided, ticket not included)
Pass By: Sintra National Palace, Largo Rainha Dona Amelia, Sintra 2710-616 Portugal
Sintra National Palace is one of the most important royal palaces from the 12th century, built by the moors initially, and later further developed and expanded during different monarchs' reign. This was one of the most important political centers, during the discoveries of the 15th and 16th centuries. It has the most relevant moorish ceramic tiles collection in Portugal.
Stop At: Estrada Cabo da Roca, Colares 2705-001 Portugal
We will stop at Cabo Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. After your Sintra's visit, you will stop here to take pictures, get a bit of fresh air, and relax.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Centro Historico de Cascais, Cascais Portugal
Cascais will amaze you, with its mix of a little fishing village, together with the sophistication of a place where kings and queens would spend part of their summer. Time to relax and have a nice meal.
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes
Pass By: Estoril, Estoril, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
A quick view of Estoril, where kings were living and spies would come to meet during World War II. Fancy James Bond- You will know a bit of history also.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"To visit inside Pena Palace, you will need tickets - please book for 9h30. Alternatively, you can book Pena Park, to enjoy the exterior views, architecture of the palace, chapel and gardens - still an amazing experience"
"Tour with 1 or 2 languages"
"Good to skip lines"
"We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as we will walk at some of the sites to visit"
"LGBTIQ+ friendly"
"Sintra is often foggy or colder than Lisbon, particularly early morning, so please check forecast"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"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"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
08:00 AM
Duración: 8 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Pickup from 7h40 (at city centre hotels) - we will confirm time the day before. In case we have no parking access or your hotel is not in the centre, we might ask you to walk up to 10 min to a nearby meeting-point. If your hotel is not listed, choose the closest from where you are staying, or select one of the meeting points (available from the list).
Maximum waiting is 5 minutes, for both pickup and after meeting points during the visits, to avoid delaying the tour.
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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