Sintra or Sintra - Cascais Private Tour (from Lisbon)
Sintra or Sintra - Cascais Private Tour (from Lisbon)
This private tour is the perfect way to experience all of Sintra´s wonders with a local guide in an efficient, relaxed and fun way. In aproximately 6 to 8 Hours you will visit and experience the unique Sintra´s history and heritage where the Palaces and Gardens of the romantic period contrast with a 10th century moorish castle. We will also visit little coastal villages and its picturesque arquitecture and a beautifull rugged coast line and fishing vibe.
The contact provided by our knowledgeable guides with these 3 aspects of the Portuguese life will make you fall in love with Sintra and understand this country much better. Our local guides will drive you in confortable cars and provide you with all the information you need to truly take the most out of this place. The guide will pick you up and drop you off at your Hotel and avoid lines for all the attractions except Pena Palace.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Centro Historico de Sintra
We will wander through the labyrinth like streets of the old town to discover its true identity, amazing arquitecture and unique pastry before discovering the amazing facade of the National Palace of Sintra
35 minutesQuinta da Regaleira
This amazingly intricate and mystic Palace will set your imagination free with 4 hectares of lush, exotic gardends hiding caves, waterfalls, a 27 metre free mason initiation well and an amazing romantic and excentric summer house
1 hourParque e Palacio de Monserrate
We will have a quick stop here to enjoy a great view over this 1856 summer palace. Its unique Indian/Arabic inspired arquitecture is something to be admired
10 minutesPraia das Azenhas do Mar
This is one of the greatest views of our coast line. We will look over a 60 metre tall cliff towards a picturesque fishermans white village over the rough Atlantic.
15 minutesPraia Grande
We will stop at this beautifull beach to enjoy lunch. Here, away from the tourist traps and crowds, we will taste the best of Portuguese food with an amazing view
1 hourEstrada Cabo da Roca
Welcome to the end of the world before Columbus. This is the westernmost point of continental Europe. 160 meters vertical cliffs this is a place of gourgeous views and crazy winds.
30 minutesSintra Mountains
From Cabo da Roca we will drive through the Sintra/Cascais Natural Park. A beautifull drive through the hills and the dense forest.
20 minutesCastelo dos Mouros
This 10th Century medieval Castle contrasts with the romantic 18th and 19th century palaces of the area. Its walls remind us of war times and the holy war when the Christians and the Muslim were fighting for the Iberian Peninsula territorry.
20 minutesPark and National Palace of Pena
This unique monument of the romantic arquitecture is the symbol of Sintra and one of the most famous in Portugal. It is one of a kind and the best exemple of the romantic period in Portugal and one of the best in Europe. Sitting on top of a mountain it has amazing views!
1 hourSintra National Palace
Sintra National Palace
30 minutesCascais
village of Cascais
30 minutesGuincho Beach
Beautiful beach in Cascais area
Boca do Inferno
geologic formation by the ocean in Cascais
10 minutesLisbon District
Area of the tour
8 hoursLisbon
Pick up and drop off in Lisbon
10 minutesPraia das Macas
Beach in Sintra
Included
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Private tour
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Guaranteed to skip the lines
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Infant seats available
- Not wheelchair accessible
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.