Discover Portugal’s capital of Romanticism on this full-day private Sintra tour with traditional Portuguese lunch, from Lisbon. Explore the picturesque village and historic attractions that earned this town its UNESCO World Heritage site status. Wander through its lush gardens, take in the mountain scenery, and visit the fairytale castle of Pena Palace and the medieval Castle of the Moors. Pass through the mysterious Sintra Mountains to reach Gincho’s sand dunes, Europe’s westernmost point. A Portuguese lunch is included.
Continue to the historic town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander through picturesque streets, stopping to admire Sintra National Palace and the village’s fountains, churches, chapels, and shrines
Ascend to the hilltop Moorish Castle, where you can see sections of wall dating back to the 8th and 9th centuries. Enjoy panoramic views of the entire region.
Make your way to Pena Palace, one of the premiere examples of 19th-century Romanticism. Marvel at the fairytale castle’s mix of architectural styles, both inside and out. Have your camera ready to capture stunning views of the lush landscape surrounding the palace.
Enjoy lunch at a typical Portuguese restaurant, where you can savor the country’s signature dishes such as fresh-caught fish.
After lunch, journey to the westernmost point of continental Europe. Enjoy clifftop views over the beaches and sea below, and glimpse the picturesque coastal towns of Estoril and Cascais.
On your return trip to Lisbon, stop to see the famous Gincho’s sand dunes on a beach known as a prime surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing spot.
End your trip with a visit to the charming coastal town of Cascais. A former fishing village, this town became a vacation spot for royal families and now attracts elite travelers who come to partake in its stylish boutiques, restaurants, hotels, beaches, and more.
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