From Lisbon: Sintra and Pena Palace 5-hour Tour Private Tour
ID: GYG141417-O-211584
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the secrets of Sintra and enjoy a guided visit to the romantic Pena Palace on this small group 5-hour tour. Admire the views from Roca cliffs, Guincho beach and walk along the beautiful Cascais bay.
Benefit from pickup at your hotel, cruise terminal, or other location, and then travel to the UNESCO World Heritage monument of Pena Palace, one of the finest expressions of 19th-century Romanticism in the world. Marvel at the extravagant decorations and royal collections of the opulent interiors, and get amazing views from the rooftop cafe and terraces.
You then head down to Sintra to enjoy some free time to shop or explore the historical center. Try the local queijada and travesseiro pastries, and take souvenir photos of the best-preserved medieval royal residence in Portugal at Sintra National Palace.
Continue towards the historic estates of Seteais and Monserrate on the way to Cabo da Roca. Get panoramic views from the westernmost point of mainland Europe, and take souvenir photos of the surfers paradise of Guincho Beach. Visit the village of Cascais and take some free time to walk along the bay before the return journey to Lisbon (or other pickup point).
Highlights
- Visit the Pena Palace, one of the major expressions of 19th century Romanticism in the world
- Enjoy free time for exploring the historical center of Sintra
- Admire the views from Cabo da Roca
- Discover the beauty of Guincho beach
- Walk along Cascais bay
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A moderate amount of walking is involved, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes
• At Cabo da Roca it can get windy, so it's advised to bring a jacket
• This is a small group tour by minivan. During your trip, the local tour operator's driver and guide will be at your disposal.
• Check your email inbox (including your spam folder) one day before the date of your tour; you'll be notified by email if there are any changes to the estimated pickup time
• If you are staying in Lisbon, Bairro Alto or Alfama districts, you may have to walk to a location near your accommodation to facilitate pickup
• This tour do not include a stop for lunch. Feel free to bring some snacks with you.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
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.
