Highlights of Sintra & Lisbon, private experience (day-tour)

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Park and National Palace of Pena

  Pena Palace is a one of the best representations of 19th century Romanticism in europe. Being is the second-highest point in the Serra de Sintra (over 500m above sea level), will amaze you with its unique architecture and spectacular views. King Ferdinand II - the king-artist - fell in love with Sintra, and following the purchase of the property, decided to build a unique castle and park, with 500 plant species from all corners of the world. The palace incorporates Manueline and Moorish architectural influences, that together will give you an atmosphere of “a thousand and one nights.”. An unforgettable experience.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  Centro Historico de Sintra

  Enjoy the wonders of this beautiful medieval little town, walking the narrow streets, feel the local atmosphere and then grab a coffee and try local pastry "Travesseiro". You might also want to visit the National Palace of Sintra, one of the most important palaces during middle age. Several monarchs used it until the end of the Monarchy, in 1910. You will "feel" the many generations which lived in this amazing monument, particularly during the discoveries where it was where significant decisions were made to discover Africa, Brazil and sea route to India. It presents characteristics of medieval, Gothic, Manueline, Renaissance and Romantic architecture. It has the largest collection of Mudejar tiles in Portugal.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Guincho Beach

  Breathtaking views at Guincho beach, with privileged view over the westernmost point of continental Europe. After your Sintra's visit, you will stop here to take pictures and relax.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Belem

  Belém is one of the most beautiful areas of Lisbon. Famous for its amazing monuments that celebrate the discoveries in Europe of the 15th century, it became one of the most amazing neighborhoods - with lovely views, ideal for a nice family lunch.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Mosteiro dos Jeronimos

  The Jeronimos monastery construction started in 1501 and took almost 100 years to be built. It is an amazing example of Portuguese late gothic - manueline architecture. Being a symbol of the Portuguese discoveries of the 16th century, and particularly the arrival of Vasco da Gama to India, it was the prayer site of departure point to the amazing adventures across the Atlantic. You will stop to take pictures and then continue to Lisbon

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6

  Belém tower is one of the most important symbols of the discoveries of the 15th and 16th centuries in Europe. An impressive manueline fortification, with over 500 years old. Served as a point of embarkation and disembarkation for Portuguese explorers and as a ceremonial gateway to Lisbon.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7

  Rua Augusta Arch is a memorial arch-like, historical building at Praça do Comércio, representing a door to Lisbon, and commemorating the city's reconstruction after the 1755 earthquake. This was the place of several relevant historical moments. We will stop for a quick overview and continue to our last stop.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 8
  Lisbon Cathedral

  The Lisbon Cathedral (or simply Sé de Lisboa), was built from 1147 and is the oldest church in the city. You will see an impressive example of a Roman Catholic cathedral, almost 1.000 years old. A last stop for photos, explanation and drop-off

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Good to avoid queues

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