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From Lisbon: Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra, & Pena Palace Trip

1. From Lisbon: Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra, & Pena Palace Trip

Discover Sintra’s beautiful architecture, admire the beauty of one of the highest hills of the region Walk the narrow streets of Sintra in your free time and visit with our fantastic tour guide Quinta da Regaleira. Arrive at the romantic Pena Palace in Sintra, which has a profusion of styles much in accordance with the exotic taste of Romanticism. Explore the ancient castle, which was one of the favorite residences of the royal family throughout the 19th century. Walk through the fairytale-style building and learn about its fascinating history. Take some free time to stroll through Sintra and purchase lunch if you're feeling hungry. Get recommendations on what to see and eat in the area. Afterward, begin a guided tour of the main landmarks of Sintra, and hear about local secrets and stories. Visit the picturesque village of Cascais, linked to the Portuguese royals who summered here. Stroll along beautiful beaches, mansions, museums and photogenic streets. Return to Lisbon at the end of the day.

From Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira and Pena Palace Guided Tour

2. From Lisbon: Sintra, Regaleira and Pena Palace Guided Tour

Benefit from a guided tour inside the Quinta Regaleira and Pena Palace. Fall in love with Sintra, a village full of magic and mystery, the lasting symbol of Portugal's Romantic period and also classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Opt to treat yourself and your loved ones to a private experience with your own guide and pickup from your own hotel. Alternatively, you can get picked up from a convenient location in the center of Lisbon. Accompanied by a tour guide, visit Quinta da Regaleira and enjoy its lush gardens, lakes, grottoes, and enigmatic constructions, including the world-famous Initiation Well. Uncover the mysteries of each place and learn about the orders of the Freemasons and the Knights Templar. During the lunch break in Sintra's old town, you will have free time to explore the historical and charming streets. You will also have time to taste the traditional pastry, travesseiro. After buying your entry ticket with your guide, step into a fairy tale when you enter the romantic Pena Palace and Park. Understand its unique architectural expression of Romanticism. Spot how it blends many styles, including Gothic, neo-Manueline, neo-Islamic, and neo-Renaissance. Stroll around the park with its astonishing variety of plants and trees. Marvel at the palace's amazing views of the castle and the Atlantic Ocean, a perfect way to end the day before returning to Lisbon.

From Lisbon: Sintra and Cascais Day Trip with Pickup

3. From Lisbon: Sintra and Cascais Day Trip with Pickup

Embark on a day tour from the bustling city of Lisbon to the charming and picturesque towns of Sintra and Cascais. Discover the history, architecture, and scenic beauty, showcasing the best of what these two destinations have to offer. Start with pickup from your hotel in Lisbon and travel by an air-conditioned, 8-seat vehicle to the stunning Pena Palace located in Sintra. Perched on a rock overlooking the coastline, marvel at this extravagant palace with Moorish and Manueline motifs and panoramic views of the surrounding woods. Next, head to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. Capture the beauty of the rugged coastline and receive a souvenir certificate inscribed with the words "Where the Land Ends and the Sea Begins" by the Portuguese poet, Camões. Travel past some of the most stunning beaches in Cascais, including Praia do Guincho, renowned for its scenic beauty. En route to Cascais, you'll have the chance to explore the mysterious "Devil's Mouth" cave, formed by the crashing of the waves on the rocky bluff. Finally, visit the elegant resort town of Cascais. Once a quiet fishing village, Cascais was discovered by the European nobility for its idyllic setting and has since become a popular destination for travelers. Stroll along the harbor and take in the chic atmosphere before heading back to Lisbon.

Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra National Park, Roca, and Cascais

4. Lisbon: Pena Palace, Sintra National Park, Roca, and Cascais

Escape Lisbon and go on a full-day, guided journey to some of Portugal’s most popular attractions. Stop at the iconic Pena Palace, the awe-inspiring cliffs of Cabo da Roca, Moorish Castle, and the ritzy seaside town of Cascais. Your first stop is Sintra, a Unesco World Heritage site with incredible Romanticist architecture, historic estates and villas, and royal palaces and castles. Enjoy time to explore Pena Palace and see the great views over Sintra Nacional Park and Moorish Castle. Continue to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe, and take in the impressive views of the ocean crashing against the high rocky cliffs. Finally, arrive in Cascais, an elegant seaside resort town on the Portuguese Riviera. Stroll through the lovely city center and check out Cascais’ luxury marina, its charming fishing port, and a restored fort that houses many local craftsmen.

From Lisbon: Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais, & Estoril Tour

5. From Lisbon: Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais, & Estoril Tour

Enjoy a day trip from Lisbon to Sintra, Cabo da Roca, Cascais, and Estoril. Stop at Pena Palace in the Sintra Mountains and at the palace of Quinta da Regaleira. See the first casino in Portugal in Estoril. Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation in Lisbon. Relax on the drive to Pena Palace in the Sintra Mountains. Spend some time admiring the vivid colors and 19th-century Romantic architecture of this national treasure. Head to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historical center of Sintra. Walk through the narrow cobble stone streets and see the charming shops and restaurants. Take a stroll through the Quinta da Regaleira palace park which features lakes, grottoes, wells, fountains, secret passages, mystical symbolism, and a freemason initiation well. Next, travel to Cabo da Roca to see the dramatic coastline a the westernmost point in continental Europe. Continue to the seaside resort town of Cascais. Explore the romantic old buildings in this area which was once a popular summer destination for royals. Finish the tour by passing through the Portuguese Riviera town of Estoril. View the local casino which was thought to be a gathering place for spies in WWII. This inspired the James Bond novel 'Casino Royale.'

From Lisbon: Full-Day Tour to Sintra and Cascais by Car

6. From Lisbon: Full-Day Tour to Sintra and Cascais by Car

Your guide will pick you up in a location of your choosing and will take you along the coast all the way to Cascais, stopping in Boca do Inferno, which is a rocky formation different from anything you've ever seen! From there, you'll be headed to Cabo da Roca to marvel at the view of the ocean, it was known as the end of the known world, the most western point of Europe. Afterward, it's time to have lunch by the coast so you can rest, enjoy some local seafood and be ready for the second part of your tour! You will be visiting two palaces in Sintra, Quinta da Regaleira and Palácio da Pena, both of these locations are filled with both history and myth, be ready to be smitten by the wonders of these magic-filled places. To finish your tour, you'll be taking a walk through the village of Sintra where you'll be able to enjoy the local pastries. After exploring Sintra your guide will drop you off at your desired location.

Sintra: Pena Palace and Park Entry Ticket with Tuk Tuk Ride

7. Sintra: Pena Palace and Park Entry Ticket with Tuk Tuk Ride

Save your strength with a convenient tuk-tuk transfer from central Sintra to the hilltop entrance of the Pena Palace and Park. Discover some of the picturesque highlights of Sintra along the way. Explore the Pena Palace and Park at your own pace with included tickets.  Get picked up outside the Millennium Bcp Bank and find your driver easily as they will have a sign with your name on it. Cruise through Sintra as your driver points out palaces, castles, parks, monuments, and gardens. Hear some local stories along the way.  Take a self-guided tour of one of the best preserved medieval royal palaces in Portugal with your ticket to Pena Palace. Enjoy ornate terraces, statues, and battlements built in the Romantic style. Take a stroll through the lush, forested park surrounding the palace.  Skip the transfer back to Sintra and admire views of the countryside with a walk down the hill that the Palace is perched upon. 

Sintra: Full-Day Private Monuments Tour from Lisbon

8. Sintra: Full-Day Private Monuments Tour from Lisbon

Spend a full day touring Sintra and admiring some of the most spectacular of Portugal’s castles. Stop at the Moorish Castle with its original sections dating from the 8th and 9th centuries, and enjoy fantastic views of the region. Visit the Pena Palace and admire the mix of architectural styles of its exterior and interior. The Pena Palace is one of the best examples of Romanticism in the 19th century. Next you’ll visit the historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Sintra National Palace is located in the center of town, and for that reason it is known as the Town Palace. The 2 massive chimneys that protrude from the kitchens have become emblematic of Sintra. Inside, you’ll tour the ostentatiously decorated rooms of the best preserved medieval royal palace in Portugal and the favorite of Portuguese nobility. Quinta da Regaleira, located in the historic center, was built in the early 20th century in the middle of a dense forest, surrounded by gardens, lakes, grottoes, and enigmatic constructions. It is the result of the Romantic, Gothic, Renaissance, and Manueline ideals and of the magical and mythical visions of its owner.

Sintra: Walking Tour with Palace, Castle, and Old Town Visit

9. Sintra: Walking Tour with Palace, Castle, and Old Town Visit

Meet at the local supplier's office in Sintra which is located a one-minute walk from Sintra train station. On arrival at the office, you can view the big wall topographic map of the region that shows all the options of the walking tour. In a small briefing, design your personalized walk through Sintra town. Then, start your walk through the picturesque tracks with some views. Chat about the history, legends, morphology, and vegetation. Visit a Moorish castle, archaeological site, Pena Palace and gardens, Chalet of the Countess, Villa Sasseti, and historic center of Sintra. You can choose different monuments and paths according to your physical condition.

From Lisbon: Half-Day Sintra & Cascais Private Tour

10. From Lisbon: Half-Day Sintra & Cascais Private Tour

Discover Sintra, known for its many 19th-century Romantic architectural monuments, which has resulted in its classification as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  Surrounded by the mountains which gave its name to the town, a granite massif 10 km long emerges abruptly between a vast plain to the north and the northern margin of the Tagus River estuary.  Walk through the historical village center, enjoy its natural beauty and visit its most prominent landmarks: the Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle, the Regaleira, and Monserrate Palaces. Cross over the mountain to visit the westernmost point of the European mainland and look beyond the Atlantic.  Here, in the so-called "Portuguese Riviera," discover the city of Cascais and its old town center as well as Estoril, popularly recognized for the Casino Estoril, widely regarded as Europe's largest casino. Then go by seashore road to Lisbon center and see where the Atlantic meets the Tagus River. The tour is private and available in several car classes: standard, standard van, premium, luxury van, and luxury. 

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It was an amazing experience! We had Pedro as the English speaker tour guide and he was so good with a great sense of humour. He explained everything so clearly. It was so interesting to listen to. He made everything sound like a story and was very knowledgeable. The tour wasn’t too slow or too fast. He also made sure everyone is okay and on track at all times! Definitely recommend going on the tour, especially with Pedro!!

My tour was fantastic and the perfect way to explore for me. It was a nice small group so it didn’t feel overwhelming going around with a huge group. Our guide was very personable and treated you like a friend bringing you around. The locations were beautiful and we had adequate time to wander and take photos and explore. Would highly recommend!

This trip was great on all aspects. Sintra is really worth visiting. Our guide was Mario, he made the trip just perfect from beginning to end! He was energetic, attentive, patient and really knowledgeable about the places and anything we ask about.

Sintra was stunning. The palaces are gorgeous to see. The gardens are beautiful. Our guide Daniel was very friendly and informative.

Enjoyed this trip and had a great guide (Maria) too. Knowledgeable and funny