Lisbon & Sintra Ultimate 2-Day Private Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Lisbon Itinerary
10 stops
1
Mosteiro dos Jeronimos
Admire the pinnacle of the Manueline style in Portugal. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a monument to the Age of Discovery. You will have the chance to visit the grand church where Vasco da Gama and Luís de Camões are laid to rest, surrounded by unique stone-carved architecture
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
2
Torre de Belem
Discover this iconic fortress shaped like a stone ship, strategically positioned at the Tagus river mouth. A symbol of Lisbon and the overseas expansion, the tower is a magnificent example of military architecture decorated with nautical and exotic motifs
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
3
Ponte 25 de Abril
Cross the famous suspension bridge, often compared to San Francisco’s Golden Gate. Enjoy a unique perspective of the Tagus River and the city’s hills as we cross to the south bank. Pass through without stopping
Admission ticket free
4
Santuario Nacional de Cristo Rei
Visit one of the region's most impressive monuments. The Christ the King statue, with arms outstretched over the capital, offers one of the most complete and breathtaking panoramic views of Lisbon and the Tagus estuary
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
5
Carmo Archaeological Museum
Explore the ruins of the Carmo Convent, one of Lisbon's most striking images. Left roofless by the 1755 earthquake, it remains a poetic testament to the city's resilience and the beauty of Gothic architecture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
6
Elevador de Santa Justa
Located just behind the Carmo ruins, this Neo-Gothic iron elevator is an engineering icon. At the top, you will find a privileged viewpoint with a direct view of São Jorge Castle and the historic downtown.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
7
Chiado
Walk through Lisbon’s most cosmopolitan and literary district. Feel the city's heartbeat among historic cafes, century-old bookstores, and elegant facades that tell the story of the 19th-century Lisbon bourgeoisie
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco)
Explore the majestic royal square of Lisbon, open to the river. Admire the Rua Augusta Arch and the monumental arcades that house some of the city's oldest shops and cafes where caravels once docked.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Lisbon Cathedral
Visit the oldest church in the city, with its Romanesque fortress appearance. Located on the climb to Alfama, the Cathedral survived multiple earthquakes and holds centuries of religious and architectural history within its granite walls.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Miradouro Das Portas Do Sol
To conclude your first day, we take you to the highest point in the Graça neighborhood. This "hidden" terrace offers the most breathtaking panoramic view of Lisbon. As the sun begins to set, you can see the São Jorge Castle, the Tagus River, and the city’s historic rooftops laid out before you in a sea of white and terracotta. It is the perfect place for a final photograph and a moment of quiet reflection before we return you to your hotel
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Sintra & Cascais Itinerary
9 stops
11
Park and National Palace of Pena
Explore the crown jewel of Portuguese Romanticism. Situated at the top of the Sintra mountains, this colorful palace looks like something out of a fairytale. Your guide will take you to the best observation points, revealing secrets most visitors never see.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
12
Castelo dos Mouros
Admire the thousand-year-old walls that snake through the mountain. Built in the 8th century, this castle offers a fascinating insight into the Moorish presence in the region and serves as a strategic viewpoint over the entire village of Sintra
Admission ticket free
13
Centro Historico de Sintra
Get lost in the medieval streets of the village. Soak in the mystic atmosphere while tasting traditional local pastries, like "Travesseiros" or "Queijadas," and absorb the charm that once seduced poets and kings
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
14
Sintra National Palace
In the center of the village, admire the unique silhouette of the conical chimneys of this royal palace. It is the best-preserved medieval palace in Portugal, having served as a summer residence for the monarchy for centuries.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
15
Quinta da Regaleira
Discover one of the most enigmatic sites in Sintra. Famous for its Initiation Well and Masonic symbolism, this estate is a labyrinth of tunnels, grottoes, and luxurious gardens that invite you to explore the occult and the beautiful.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
16
Parque e Palacio de Monserrate
Pass by the exuberant Monserrate Park, one of the richest botanical gardens in Portugal. The palace stands out for its Orientalist and Gothic architecture, being one of the most romantic and detailed works in Sintra.
Admission ticket free
17
Cabo da Roca
Visit the westernmost point of continental Europe. On top of dramatic 140-meter-high cliffs, you will feel the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean in a place that was, for centuries, considered the end of the world.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
18
Boca do Inferno
Contemplate the power of nature in this unique rock formation in Cascais. Where a cave once existed, the sea now crashes loudly into the rocks, creating an impressive visual and auditory spectacle
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
19
Cascais
End the tour with a panoramic drive through the sophisticated bay of Cascais. See the old citadel, the fishing port, and the elegant mansions of what is known as the "Portuguese Riviera" before a relaxed return to Lisbon.
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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