Private Shore Excursion: Sintra and Pena Palace from Lisbon Port

5.0
(13 reviews)

6 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

This tour will be a day trip where travelers can enjoy the different faces of Sintra with the a private certified guide and a private air-conditioned van. Travelers will visit the Pena National Palace and Quinta da Regaleira, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, as well as Monserrate Palace, National Palace the Moorish Castle and Cabo da Roca, the most western point of continental Europe. Since this tour is 100% customizable travelers can decide which monuments to visit in the inside or can decide to visit monuments only from the outside, just let us know! During the tour you will discover the hidden treasures only locals know of and will have the opportunity to try the fantastic Portuguese cuisine. The itinerary is designed in a way travelers will always avoid crowds. The duration of the tour can be adapted to the customer's preference, ranging from 6 to 8 hours, with the itinerary adjusted accordingly to fit the selected duration.

What's Included

Private driver
Guaranteed to skip lines with our guides
Port Pickup and Drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Entrances fees
Tips
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The tour starts by picking travelers at the port

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Centro Historico de Sintra

    We will discover the colorful streets of Sintra while hearing fantastic stories about its history. After having a walk through the center you will learn about the fascinating architecture behind the National Palace in Sintra and before leaving you will taste its unique and delicious pastry, a delicacy which locals have been selling for more than two hundred years.

    35 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Quinta da Regaleira

    After, we will enter a place that will make you feel in wonderland: Palace of Quinta da Regaleira. A place full of magic, romantic architecture and beautiful gardens. You will walk through its caves before you get to know the famous 27 meter iniciatic well and the stories behind it. This will be a guided visit.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Parque e Palacio de Monserrate

    We will stop for a few minutes to admire the amazing views of this 19th century summer palace. You will learn about its famous owner and his exorbitant hobbies, while admiring the unique architecture behind it. If you want to visit the interior of palace, let us know with anticipation.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Praia das Azenhas do Mar

    Embark on a beautiful drive where you will encounter the picturesque and hidden towns of Colares and Penedo until we reach the coastline and the amazing village of Azenhas do Mar. Azenhas do Mar offers one of the best viewpoints where you will be able to appreciate this breathtaking fisherman’s town.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Praia Grande

    We will stop at this amazing rock cliff beach in the coast. In Praia Grande you will have lunch in a beachfront local restaurant that offers delicious sea food and meat choices. For those curious to try Portuguese cuisine, this is the perfect place.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Cabo da Roca

    Explore the impressive coastline through secret places on our way to Cabo da Roca- The westernmost point of continental Europe. This place is what we call the end of the world. Be ready to admire the magnificent views and its cliffs.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Park and National Palace of Pena

    End the day with the most colorful and magnificent palace in Sintra: the Pena Palace. A national monument that constitutes one of the major expressions of 19th-century Romanticism in the world. It is unique and it’s a classic example of the romanticism period in Portugal and in Europe. At the top you will have the best views toward Lisbon, Sintra, and Cascais. This will be a guided visit.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Castelo dos Mouros (Pass by)

    Admire this X century castle in the middle of the lush forest of Sintra. You will get to know about the North African Moors who build it and about the Christians who conquered it 4 centuries later. If want to visit in the inside let us know with anticipation.

    Admission ticket free
  • 9

    The tour ends with drop-off at the port

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • If you want to pre book tickets, please send us a message
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Cultural Tours
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