From Lisbon: Private Tour to Sintra with Local Pastry
ID: GYG403406-732229
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Visit Sintra on this private tour with a local guide. Admire the magnificent Pena Palace, discover the mystical Quinta da Regaleira, and explore the narrow streets of the old town.
Your day starts with pickup from your hotel in Lisbon, followed by an air-conditioned transfer to Sintra. Customize your day to your own preferences and begin exploring the traditional Portuguese village with its hills full of UNESCO-certified palaces, castles, and manor gardens.
Visit the Quinta da Regaleira, a historical palace that will dazzle you with its mysterious architecture. Descend the famous spiral staircase in the Initiation Well and explore the grounds to find statues of gods, labyrinthine caves, fountains, and ponds.
Make a stop at Pena National Palace, located at the top of the Sintra mountains, and learn all about the history of the magnificent building. You can also visit the Sintra National Palace, which was the main residence of the Portuguese royal family from the 12th century.
In between visits, stroll through narrow, winding streets in the old town to find a variety of restaurants and shops. Your local guide will take you to visit the famous “Piriquita” Tea House to try a delicious regional pastry called 'Travesseiros de Sintra'.
Highlights
- Marvel at the majestic Pena Palace
- Explore the narrow, winding streets of the old town
- Discover the mysterious Quinta da Regaleira
- Taste a local pastry known as 'Travesseiros de Sintra'
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is stroller and foldable wheelchair accessible
• This tour will take place rain or shine
All required protective equipment is provided
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 will receive a mandatory temperature check
Your guide/driver will meet you at your hotel or accomodation in Lisbon. They will have a company ID badge for the local supplier.
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.
