Private Full-Day Lisbon Trip to Sintra, Cascais and Cabo da Roca with Pick-Up
About This Tour
Discover some of Portugal’s most iconic landscapes and heritage on this private full-day trip from Lisbon to Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais and Estoril. Wander t...
Duration: 8 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Lisbon, Serra de Sintra, Cascais · Languages: English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Know before you go: PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY; Not wheelchair accessible; Not stroller accessible; Not suitable for pets; Infants must not sit on laps; Infant seats unavailable; Please wear comfortable shoes; Lobby of your hotel. Please provide the exact name and address of your hotel.Your guide will meet you at your centrally-located hotel, hostel or vacation rentalYou don't need to call to confirm the tour. The local supplier will contact you via email
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
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Private trip
- Friendly local Driver/Guide
- Bottled water
Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
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1Day 01
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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.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.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Lisbon. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Lisbon. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
