Lisbon Trip Overview
On this thematic tour, visit the best the fabulous region of Sintra has to offer and the best traditional local wineries where you can taste fantastic red and white wines. Visit Azenhas do Mar, a unique coastal village, the elegant village of Cascais, the wild Guinho beach and the westernmost point of Europe, Cabo da Roca.
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* Duration: 8 hours
* Starts: Lisbon, Portugal
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Lisbon, Central Portugal, Portugal
On this thematic tour, visit the best the fabulous region of Sintra has to offer and the best traditional local wineries where you can taste fantastic red and white wines. Visit Azenhas do Mar, a unique coastal village, the elegant village of Cascais, the wild Guinho beach and the westernmost point of Europe, Cabo da Roca.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sintra, Sintra, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Visit to the beautiful and historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO world heritage site. Discover the picturesque streets, the Sintra National Palace, the fountains, the churches, chapels and shrines
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Colares, Colares, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
We will visit a fantastic family farm located in Sintra’s hillside. On this farm, the production of wines was interrupted 100 years ago. The present owners, with the help of Portuguese and French experts, have studied the local soil and climate, modernized the production and brought their vineyards back to life. At the moment, they produce red and white wines in a traditional way with high quality and national and international recognition.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Adega Regional de Colares, Alameda Coronel Linhares de Lima , 32, Colares 2705-351 Portugal
Colares, the most unique appelation in the world
The cooperative winery at Colares (Adega Regional de Colares) was founded in 1931. It congregates today more than 50% of the total production, with an important social role in the region. Its beautiful building dates back to the late 19th century, with an imposing interior housing wooden barrels, casks and vats totaling more than 1 million liters capacity. It is the maturing and aging place “par excellence” for the wines of this appellation.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Azenhas do Mar, Azenhas do Mar, Sintra Municipality, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Next, visit Azenhas do Mar, a coastal village in the municipality of Sintra with a very picturesque landscape.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Praia das Macas, Praia das Macas, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
Next, make the short drive to Praia da Maçãs, a well-known beach with golden sand and clear water. Locals typically visit to spend time at the ocean as well as the near-by saltwater swimming pool.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Estrada Cabo da Roca, Colares 2705-001 Portugal
Discover the most westerly point of continental Europe, Cabo da Roca. From the cliff tops, enjoy the fantastic view of the beaches and the sea.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Guincho Beach, Parque Natural Sintra-Cascais, Cascais Portugal
On the way back, we will have the chance to enjoy this unique beach with its famous dunes. A real sanctuary for surf, windsurf and kitesurf.
Stop At: Cascais, Cascais, Lisbon District, Central Portugal
And of course we can’t leave without visiting the charming town of Cascais. This former fishing village used to be a royal getaway. Nowadays it still is one of the most attractive destinations for the Portuguese and foreign elite thanks to all that it has to offer: boutiques, restaurants, hotels, beaches and much more.
Duration: 30 minutes
