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Overview
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Sintra and Cascais coast. Enjoy iconic Pena Palace terraces and viewpoints, explore Sintra village, admire dramatic views at Cabo Roca, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, and relax along the Cascais coastline. After lunch, we return to Lisbon around 4:30 PM. With great local guides, the tour combines engaging explanations, with leisure time to explore at your own pace. Along the way, stroll through charming streets, taste local pastries, enjoy the views, take photos, and learn about Portugal’s history, culture, and daily life. - Pickup in Lisbon centre - Pena Palace visit: select option: 1- Pena Palace interior / 2- Pena terraces, garden & park (exterior & viewpoints) / 3- Tickets not included - Sintra - Regaleira (optional**) - Cabo Roca - Cascais & Estoril - Drop-off in Lisbon Important Information Note: ** Regaleira visit not included - to visit, book for 11h30 - it gets sold out days in advance (see: regaleira by blueticket)
Redemption Instructions
Pick-up time: 07:40 – City centre / downtown hotels 07:50 – Uptown hotels (where parking is available) In some areas with traffic restrictions, a short walk to a nearby meeting point may be required. The exact pick-up location will be confirmed after booking. Please join us early, to avoid traffic: If you are delayed by more than 5 minutes at pick-up, at a meeting point, or during any stop, the tour will continue with the group. In this case, you will need to arrange a taxi to rejoin the group at the next stop. ℹ️ Please note: Quinta Regaleira is not included - if you wish to visit, book the 11h30 slot, a minimum of 72h before as it will be sold out soon. In case it is sold out for 11h30, you will not be able to visit the interior. Official store: regaleira by blueticket ℹ️ Guiding information: Guided explanations are provided outside the palaces, due to monument access restrictions. Full historical context is given before entry, with debriefs after the visit Tours may be bilingual (operated in two languages) ℹ️ ℹ️ Lunch - your guide will confirm where we will stop for you to enjoy lunch (meals not included; stop can be Sintra or Cascais, depending on the itinerary of the day)
Pickup Information
Pickup in Lisbon city centre, from 7h40 at hotels downtown or 7h50 Uptown - we will confirm time the day before. In case we have no parking access or your hotel is not in the centre, we might ask you to walk 5 min to a nearby meeting-point. If your hotel is not listed, choose the closest from where you are staying, or select one of the meeting points (Praça Luis de Camões 7:40 / Praça Figueira 7:40 / Hard Rock 7:45 / Evolution Saldanha 7:45 / Praça Marquês de Pombal 7:50). Maximum waiting is 5 minutes, for both pickup and after meeting points during the visits, to avoid delaying the tour.
Language Offered
Portuguese-GUIDE
English-GUIDE
French-GUIDE
Spanish-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Visit to the Pena Palace terraces and Park (enjoy palace history, viewpoints, terraces and park, only not entering rooms). The Pena Palace is one of the best representations of 19th century Romanticism in Europe. Being the second-highest point in the Serra de Sintra (over 500m above sea level), it will amaze you with its unique architecture and spectacular views. King Ferdinand II - the king-artist - fell in love with Sintra, and following the purchase of the property, decided to build a unique castle and park, with 500 plant species from all corners of the world. The palace incorporates Manueline and Moorish architectural influences, that together will give you an atmosphere of “a thousand and one nights.”. An unforgettable experience (see ticket options - select your ticket).
2. In the center of Sintra you can either stay in the village, view the National Palace or walk to visit Regaleira (tickets not included). Also, a great option is to stay, and enjoy the wonders of this beautiful medieval little town, walking the narrow streets, feel the local atmosphere and then grab a coffee and try local pastry "Travesseiro".
3. Regaleira is a 19th century Villa, known as Palácio da Regaleira. Located in the center of Sintra, it was bought by a Portuguese businessman who was fascinated by secret orders such as Freemasonry and the Templars. Regaleira was transformed into a palace surrounded by gardens, lakes, caves and enigmatic constructions, symbolic places, typical of secret societies and rituals. A unique monument influenced by Romantic, Neo-Gothic and Manueline architecture. When in Sintra you can walk to see Quinta da Regaleira (in case you wish to visit please book 11h30 slot, on the official shop: regaleira by blueticket .
4. Sintra National Palace is one of the most important royal palaces from the 12th century, built by the moors initially, and later further developed and expanded during different monarchs' reign. This was one of the most important political centers, during the discoveries of the 15th and 16th centuries. It has the most relevant moorish ceramic tiles collection in Portugal.
5. We will stop at Cabo Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. After your Sintra's visit, you will stop here to take pictures, get a bit of fresh air, and relax.
6. Cascais will amaze you, with its mix of a little fishing village, together with the sophistication of a place where kings and queens would spend part of their summer. Time to relax and enjoy the views
7. A quick view of Estoril, where kings were living and spies would come to meet during World War II. Fancy James Bond? You will know a bit of history also.
Inclusion
Family & child pricing
Local Guide: great balance between guided tour and free time to enjoy
Pena ticket option: 1- Palace interior / 2- Pena terraces, garden & park / 3- Tickets not included
Pick-up and Drop-off Lisbon - city center hotels & airbnb, where parking available
Shared, small group of up to 8 participants, comfortable van (no big buses). WI-FI, AC
Exclusion
Regaleira visit is optional - please book 11h30 slot, on the official store: regaleira by blueticket
Food and drinks not included; guide to confirm lunch stop (Sintra or Cascais)
No big buses - we operate small groups only, for a more personalized experience
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Includes ticket to visit Pena Palace terraces & park (enjoy palace history, viewpoints, terraces, only not entering rooms)
Regaleira is not included - if you wish to visit, please book for 11h30 on regaleira by blueticket. It will be sold out in advance, and in that case you cannot visit the interior
Good to skip lines
Tours can be bilingual (operated in 2 languages)
We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as we will walk at some of the sites to visit
We will have regular comfort stops, but recommend bringing a bottle of water
Sintra is often rainy / foggy or colder than Lisbon, particularly early morning, so please check forecast
Tour will go ahead even under rainy conditions, always ensuring everyone's safety
Not suitable for travellers with limited mobility
LGBTIQ+ friendly
Reviews
4.9
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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