Lisbon Trip Overview
Imagine yourself a member of royal family with this private day trip to Sintra. Explore fascinating surroundings of Sintra at your own pace and visit several world cultural heritage sites, such as Palácio Nacional de Sintra, that was a residence for medieval Portugal’s royals or Quinta da Regaleira, a luxurious palace full of beautiful nature and mysterious places.
Discover the pure magic of the Atlantic coast at Cabo da Roca. Then head to the town of Cascais, where you will embrace the true spirit of Portugal while wandering through its narrow streets and appreciating its rare fauna.
• Dive into the life of a Portuguese royal while exploring Sintra
• Witness the residences of Portuguese kings and nobles full of magnificent nature and mystery
• Learn about the history of Portugal while enjoying mesmerizing views of multiple palaces, chalets and gardens
• Get a personalized experience with your own guide and vehicle
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* Duration: 8 hours
* Starts: Lisbon, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Imagine yourself a member of royal family with this private day trip to Sintra. Explore fascinating surroundings of Sintra at your own pace and visit several world cultural heritage sites, such as Palácio Nacional de Sintra, that was a residence for medieval Portugal’s royals or Quinta da Regaleira, a luxurious palace full of beautiful nature and mysterious places.
Discover the pure magic of the Atlantic coast at Cabo da Roca. Then head to the town of Cascais, where you will embrace the true spirit of Portugal while wandering through its narrow streets and appreciating its rare fauna.
• Dive into the life of a Portuguese royal while exploring Sintra
• Witness the residences of Portuguese kings and nobles full of magnificent nature and mystery
• Learn about the history of Portugal while enjoying mesmerizing views of multiple palaces, chalets and gardens
• Get a personalized experience with your own guide and vehicle
Itinerary
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Stop At: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Your majestic journey begins in Sintra, where you will explore historical center of this area. Stroll the cobbled streets of this village and immerse into the truly royal atmosphere of this place. Sample traditional ‘Travessiro’ pastry and head towards the stunning Palácio Nacional de Sintra, the perfect blend of both Eastern and Western cultures.
Venture into the Sintra Natural Park and appreciate the beauty of the Portuguese nature. Climb your way to the top of the Sintra hill and visit the Palácio da Pena, one of Portugal’s seven wonders. Together with tour guide uncover the mysteries of Quinta da Regaleira’s caves, grottoes and enigmatic constructions.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Lisbon, Lisbon, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Leave this royal charm behind and head in the direction of the earth’s end. At Cabo da Roca you will reach the westernmost point of the continental Europe and will be awed by the magical beauty of the endless ocean. Continue your journey at Cascais and Estoril that were the seaside residences of the Portuguese royal families and European aristocracy.
Explore the scrumptious tastes of Portuguese cuisine and wonder through this fascinating towns at your leisure.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Start exploring this magnificent corner of Portugal from the historical center of Sintra. Witness medieval streets and buildings and try the delicious traditional ‘Travessiro’ pastry.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Sintra National Palace, Largo Rainha Dona Amelia, Sintra 2710-616 Portugal
Continue to the majestic Palácio Nacional de Sintra, a place that was a residence both for Moorish and Portuguese rulers for almost 1200 years till the late 19th century. Enjoy a colorful mix of Gothic, Manueline, Moorish, and Mudéjar architectural styles at this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, Portugal
Enjoy the beauty of Portuguese nature while walking through the Sintra Natural Park. A fascinating collection of extinct plants, as well as multiple historical and natural sites, like the Monserrate Palace and the Castle of the Moors are awaiting you here.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Park and National Palace of Pena, Estrada da Pena, Sintra 2710-609 Portugal
Towering over the Sintra hill, this castle is one of the most marvelous examples of Romanticism architecture in the world. Appreciate its splendid view while wandering in the Pena Palace gardens where you will be amazed by the vast number of trees that were brought here almost 200 years ago by the order of the king Ferdinand II. There you will find trees from all over the world including North American sequoias, Chinese gingkoes and Australian tree ferns.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Quinta da Regaleira, Rua Barbosa do Bocage, Sintra 2710-567 Portugal
End your adventures in Sintra by visiting Quinta da Regaleira, where you will be dazzled by the beauty of the Quinta da Regaleira palace, as well as its gorgeous park, full of crystal-clear lakes, romantic grottoes and fountains. Uncover the mysteries of enigmatic structures that hide alchemical meanings and learn the secrets of the Templars and Rosicrucians.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Estrada Cabo da Roca, Colares 2705-001 Portugal
Venture forth to the westernmost point of continental Europe at Cabo da Roca, a place where the edge of the earth meets the Atlantic Ocean. Observe the Cabo da Roca lighthouse, pass the Guincho Beach and be awed by the thrilling beauty of an endless ocean.
Duration: 4 minutes
Stop At: Cascais, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Have a stop at the tourist center of Portugal in Cascais town, that once was a seaside residence of the Portuguese nobility. Discover the scrumptious tastes of Portuguese cuisine and wander the streets full of great showpieces of local culture and architecture.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Estoril, Estoril, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Conclude your trip in the Estoril, a famous entertainment destination of the Portuguese Riviera. It’s a home for some of the wolrd’s most notable entertainment buildings and events, such as Casino Estoril from which Ian Fleming’s drew inspiration for his legendary Casino Royale novel.
Duration: 40 minutes
