7-Hour Sintra and Coastal Towns Tour with Azenhas do Mar
About This Tour
Named after Cynthia, the Celts' goddess of the moon, Sintra has been considered for millennia a cradle of temples and mysteries that inspired novels and tales....
Duration: 7 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Lisbon, Serra de Sintra, Azenhas do Mar · Languages: English, Italian, Portuguese
Know before you go: Sintra is a mountainous area. Bring an extra layer, just in case. In spring and fall, temperatures can be much lower than in Lisbon.; Tap water is safe everywhere.; Only euros are accepted in Portugal. No other currency is accepted in stores, markets, or cafés.; ATMs are the best way to get euros. They are safe and available on every corner.; Alternatively, instead of the Medieval Palace, we can visit other local monuments such as:Monserrate PalaceCapuchin ConventQueluz PalaceMoorish Castle; Monserrate Palace; Capuchin Convent; Queluz Palace; Moorish Castle
About Serra de Sintra
Serra de Sintra
Steeped in Roman legends and Iberian myths, peppered with Moorish castles and irresistible cathedral towns, the Serra de Sintra are one of Portugal’s real gems. Hit the mountains with a local guide.
What's Included
- Private transportation (Opel Insignia Station Wagon 2020)
- 7.30-hour tour with my personal assistance and explanations of sights and monuments
- All mandatory insurance required by Portuguese law, including personal liability insurance
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Monument fees, if applicable
- Food, drinks, and snacks
- Tastings
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Sintra Village, Praia Grande, and Azenhas do Mar
After pickup from your hotel or cruise pier, depart from Lisbon towards the historic village of Sintra to visit the Sintra National Palace, the former summer residence of royalty. Enjoy free time for a stroll or shopping in the village. Enjoy a coffee break and sample local sweets at a bakery dating back to 1862. After a stroll through the typical streets of Sintra village, it is time for a coffee break and a taste of the traditional sweets in a historic café: the famous "queijadas" and "travesseiros," cheese tartlets and puff pastries with almond cream. Next, head to Praia Grande, driving along a winding route of roads, mountain summer residences, and pine-wood landscapes to reach one of the renowned local restaurants, where you will discover unique flavours - seafood is a must! After lunch, drive a couple of miles along the waterfront and visit Azenhas do Mar. A real illustrated postcard, Azenhas do Mar takes visitors by surprise with its geographical location, its houses cascading down the cliff slope to the sea, bathed in an idyllic white light. It is one of the bathers' most sought-after beaches, with an ocean swimming pool that delights visitors. Around 4 pm, drive back to Lisbon.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Lisboa, Portugal · Tour start: Lisbon, Portugal — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
