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Fall in love with magical Sintra, the lasting symbol of Portugal's Romantic period. Its stunning landscape is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage of Humanity site that is begging for exploration.
Begin your journey in the lush and exotic Pena Park, leading to the extraordinary Pena Palace—a vibrant masterpiece blending architectural styles, rich symbolism, and fascinating details. Once the royal family’s summer residence, it offers both history and unforgettable views.
Visit the mystical Quinta da Regaleira and descend into the famous Initiation Well, a spiral staircase steeped in symbolism and mystery.
Enjoy free time for lunch in the village, where you can wander at your own pace and stop by local patisseries to taste Sintra’s beloved sweets. End your day at the elegant Monserrate Palace, an exotic and romantic estate once favored by Portugal’s elite, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
• Tour departs at 08:00AM • Look for Liberdade 9 as a reference • At the meeting location, your guide will be wearing a yellow coat
Itinerary
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1Avenida da Liberdade
Start the tour at Avenida da Liberdade is Lisbon’s grandest boulevard, known for its elegant architecture, designer boutiques, leafy walkways, and historic charm—connecting downtown to the city's uptown in true style.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Park and National Palace of Pena
Be amazed by the magnificent Pena Palace, a former residence of the Royal Family
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3Quinta da Regaleira
Descend the spiral of the Initiation Well and journey through a symbolic path of rebirth and enlightenment.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
4Centro Historico de Sintra
Stop for the famous pastries and spend the lunch time in the city center
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Sintra National Palace
Admire the National Palace of Sintra, known for its distinctive twin chimneys and the stunning high ceilings
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
6Parque e Palacio de Monserrate
Admire the gorgeous Monserrate Palace and its exotic gardens
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
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End the tour at Marquês de Pombal, a central roundabout in Lisbon, dominated by a statue of the famed statesman who rebuilt the city after the 1755 earthquake—it's a key hub linking the historic and modern parts of Lisbon.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts.
- This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and is not advised for people with severe health conditions
- Monuments entrance fees: Pena Palace (€20 payable to your guide), Pena Palace terraces (€12 on-site) Sintra National Palace (13€ on-site), Quinta da Regaleira (20€ in advance), and Monserrate Palace (€13 on-site).
- Important note: If you plan to visit Quinta da Regaleira and the Initiation Well, be sure to purchase your ticket in advance and select the 11:00AM or 11:30AM or 12:00pm time slot to align with the tour itinerary. This visit is optional and entirely at your discretion.
- Bookings made before 06:00 PM on the previous day guarantee entry to the interior of Pena Palace. After 06:00 PM, only access to the Pena Palace terraces can be guaranteed.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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