Sintra and Cascais Small Group Tour from Lisbon

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ID: GYG43585-55981
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Country: Portugal

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Discover the palaces of the old Moor city of Sintra on an 8-hour tour of the former summer residence of Portuguese kings. Departing Lisbon, the small group tour also visits the picturesque village of Cascais and provides panoramic views of the Atlantic.
Discover a glorious “Garden of Eden” on a full-day tour of Sintra, a paradise resort of fairytale palaces and ornate architecture just outside Lisbon. Discover why this charming village delighted poets, artists, and authors, including Hans Christian Andersen and Lord Byron.

Your tour includes a look inside Pena Palace, designed in a magnificent mix of Manueline and Moorish styles. Learn how its exotic and eclectic profusion of styles follows the rules of Romanticism.

Pass the Castle of the Moors and enjoy breathtaking views from its towers. Next, drive to Cabo da Roca at the westernmost point of mainland Europe. Look at the wild Atlantic Ocean from Guincho Beach, and keep your eyes open for surfers on the waves of the Estoril Coast. Stop in the former fishing village of Cascais, now part of the Portuguese Riviera and a place of exile for European royalty.

Head back to Lisbon along the “Marginal” road, following the Atlantic to see white sand beaches and magnificent 17th-century forts.

Highlights

  • Discover the fairytale palaces and sub tropical gardens of Sintra
  • Go inside the magnificent Pena Palace
  • Drive along the rugged Estoril Coast
  • Visit the former fishing village of Cascais
  • Stand at the westernmost point of mainland Europe

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Hard Rock Cafe, Avenida da Liberdade 2, 1250-144 Lisbon.
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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.