Queluz, Mafra & Atlantic Coast Private Shore Tour

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover a lesser-known side of Portugal on this private full-day shore excursion from Lisbon. Begin with a visit to the elegant Queluz National Palace, often called the “Portuguese Versailles,” and explore its richly decorated rooms and beautiful gardens. Continue through the countryside to a traditional village before visiting the impressive Palace-Convent of Mafra and its historic library. Travel onward to the charming fishing town of Ericeira, where you’ll have free time for lunch and enjoy the relaxed Atlantic atmosphere. In the afternoon, discover one of the historic Lines of Torres Vedras fortifications, built during the Napoleonic Wars, before following the scenic coastline to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of continental Europe. Admire dramatic cliffs and panoramic ocean views before returning comfortably to the Lisbon Cruise Terminal.

What's Included

Entrance ticket to one monument
Private transportation
All local taxes
Pick-up and drop-off at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal
Professional English-speaking guide/driver
Lunch and beverages
Personal expenses
Gratuities (optional)
Additional monument entrance tickets

Meeting and pickup

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

The driver will meet you in the Lisbon Cruise Port with the sign with your name. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Lisbon Cruise Port

    Pick-up at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal – 30 minutes Meet your private guide directly at the Lisbon Cruise Terminal and begin your full-day journey through some of Portugal’s most fascinating royal, rural, coastal, and historic destinations.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Lisbon

    Drive to Queluz Palace – 30 minutes Relax during a comfortable drive from Lisbon to Queluz while your guide introduces the history of the Portuguese monarchy and the importance of this elegant royal residence.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Palacio Nacional e Jardins de Queluz

    Explore one of Portugal’s finest Rococo palaces, often called the “Portuguese Versailles.” Discover lavish royal apartments, richly decorated salons, and elegant ceremonial rooms before strolling through the beautiful formal gardens once used for royal celebrations and entertainment.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Sintra

    Traditional Portuguese Village Visit – 30 minutes Experience the authentic atmosphere of rural Portugal during a stop in a traditional countryside village. Learn about local customs, agricultural traditions, and the everyday life of Portuguese communities before the country’s rapid modernization.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Mafra

    Drive to Mafra – 20 minutes Continue through the scenic Portuguese countryside toward Mafra, home to one of the country’s most impressive monumental complexes.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Mafra

    Mafra Palace & Library – 75 minutes Visit the magnificent Palace-Convent of Mafra, a masterpiece of Portuguese Baroque architecture. Explore its grand halls, royal apartments, basilica, and extraordinary historic library, which houses thousands of rare and ancient books.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Ericeira

    Drive to Ericeira – 20 minutes Travel toward the Atlantic coast and enjoy the changing scenery as you approach the charming fishing town of Ericeira.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Ericeira

    Lunch Break in Ericeira – 60 minutes Enjoy free time for lunch in one of Portugal’s most picturesque coastal towns. Choose from traditional restaurants serving fresh seafood, regional specialties, Portuguese wines, and local desserts while enjoying the relaxed seaside atmosphere.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Lines of Torres Vedras

    Lines of Torres Vedras Fortifications – 30 minutes Discover an important chapter of Portugal’s military history with a visit to one of the defensive fortifications built during the Napoleonic Wars. Learn how this remarkable defensive system helped protect Lisbon from French invasion.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Cabo da Roca

    Atlantic Coast Scenic Drive & Coastal Villages – 30 minutes Travel along the dramatic Atlantic coastline, passing traditional villages, rugged cliffs, and scenic viewpoints while enjoying some of the most beautiful coastal landscapes in the Lisbon region.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Cabo da Roca

    Cabo da Roca – 20 minutes Stand at the westernmost point of continental Europe and admire spectacular panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy time for photographs and experience the dramatic scenery of towering cliffs and the open sea.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Lisbon Cruise Port

    Return to the Lisbon Cruise Terminal – 50 minutes Relax during the scenic journey back to Lisbon before being dropped off comfortably at the cruise terminal in time for your ship’s departure.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by taxiGo DMC

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Zombie
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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