Lisbon: Half-Day Tour of Sintra
ID: GYG1065-683584
Category:
Water Sports
, Sight Seeing
, Nature and Landscapes
Country: Portugal
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
In this entrancing region we invite you to visit the town where the Portuguese Royal Family once summered. There's also mainland Europe´s most westerly point, Cabo da Roca, as well as the quite amazing Boca do Inferno (Hell's Mouth), Cascais & Estoril.
Tour the rich sights of the UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape of Sintra. Besides the Royal Palace, Sintra Village, and forests of Parque Natural Sintra-Cascais', you'll enjoy authentic Sintra pastry, and Cabo da Roca's spectacular coastal view.
Experience an unforgettable afternoon as you head north from Lisbon to the UNESCO World Heritage Cultural Landscape of Sintra. Admire the Royal Palace, the best preserved medieval palace in Portugal. Located in Sintra Village itself, the Royal Palace was inhabited continuously from the 15th century through the late 19th century, and was the summer playground of Portuguese royalty. You'll quickly identify the palace's hallmark conical chimneys, and appreciate the rich collection of azulejos, or glazed tiles.
As with the rest of Portugal, Sintra takes its sweets very seriously. Follow the crowd up a narrow nearby street to Piriquita. Since 1862, this popular confectioner and café has served up sumptuous cakes and pastries.
The feast of the senses continues as we pass through the lush gardens of Parque Natural Sintra-Cascais, making our way to Cabo da Roca (from 1st March to 31st October), the westernmost point in continental Europe.
Then soak in ocean sights as we journey along the coast, passing Guincho Beach, a windsurfing favorite, and Boca do Inferno, a natural grotto created by the sea. Upon reaching Cascais, you'll enjoy the panoramic view overlooking the bay. Then we'll return through Estoril, 'the Protuguese Riviera', with Europe's largest casino and its beautiful gardens.
Highlights
- See the majecstic Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe
- See the windsurfers at Guincho Beach
- Snap a picture at the Boca do Inferno
- Explore the beautiful shores of Estoril, the Portuguese Riviera
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Tour doesn't stop at Cabo da Roca from November 1 until February 28/29
• Tours may be canceled due to technical reasons, weather conditions, maintenance, or other reasons
• Tour doesn't operate on December 25 and January 1
• Please note that this is a multilingual tour
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
• In case you choose not to be available for hotel pick-up, please proceed to Marquês de Pombal Square. Please be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour departs.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
