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Sintra and Pena Palace Full-Day Tour from Lisbon: Explore Portugal's Romantic Period
4.9
50 Ratings
Lisboa
Embark on a full-day tour from Lisbon to Sintra and Pena Palace. Discover the enchanting landscapes, explore the iconic Pena Palace, visit the mysterious Initiation Well, and indulge in Sintra’s famous delicacies.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Park and National Palace of Pena - Be amazed by the magnificent Pena Palace, a former residence of the Royal Family
- Quinta da Regaleira - Visit the exotic garden, access to the initiation well and the gorgeous summer palace of Carvalho Monteiro, an exceptional recreation of “Manuelino” style, a Portuguese style.
- Centro Historico de Sintra - Stop for the famous pastries and spend the lunch time in the city center
- Parque e Palacio de Monserrate - Admire the gorgeous Monserrate Palace and its exotic gardens
What's Included
- Guided tours of Pena Palace and Monserrate Palace
- Climate-controlled transport in a minivan from Lisbon
- Convenient pickup and drop-off in central Lisbon
- Leisure time at Quinta da Regaleira and for lunch in Sintra’s historic center
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Monuments entrance fees
Additional Information
Experience the enchantment of Sintra, a powerful representation of Portugal’s Romantic era. Its breathtaking scenery has earned it a spot as a UNESCO World Heritage site, beckoning for adventure.
Begin your excursion by discovering the fascinating Pena Park and touring the awe-inspiring Pena Palace. This extraordinary edifice, adorned with various design styles, emblems and curious attributes, served as the royal family’s summer retreat. Stroll through Sintra’s city center and visit the ornamental Quinta da Regaleira estate. Delve into the infamous Initiation Well, a cryptic and unique location.
Enjoy lunch while meandering through the historic township, with an interim visit to local bakeries to taste a few of Sintra’s most popular sweets. Proceed to the diverse Monserrate Palace, a majestic property once used as a summertime abode for the British upper class in Portugal.
- 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
- Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we’re delighted to have secured your tickets, rest assured, all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey for you
- Monuments entrance fees: Pena Palace (20€); Quinta da Regaleira (12€); Monserrate Palace (12€)
- It is recommended to bring comfortable shoes for this tour
Location
Av. da Liberdade 9
Avenida da Liberdade
• Tour departs at 08:00AM
• Look for Liberdade 9 as a reference
• At the meeting location, your guide will be wearing a yellow coat
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Judy_m
Jul 26, 2024
Our experience in Sintra was very positive! - Gustavo is very personable and he shared a lot of historical information with us. We were very happy with our trip to Sintra!!
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Ron987654321
Jul 25, 2024
Recommended for a day of touring - Had a very nice day with Guide Gustav. Small group, He could tell a lot about the history of Portugal and the kings. Plenty of time for ourselves to see the town and have lunch. Especially Quinta da Regaleira is beautiful , similar to Parc Guel in Barcelona.
Architecture of the buildings typical Portuguese.
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Susanneau6862tx
Jun 17, 2024
Sintra with Paulo - Paulo was an excellent guide. He made our trip to Sintra to a perfekt experience. And the three palaces and gardens were very intersting to visit. I recommend this tour. History, arcitecture, nature, beauty.
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Christa_d
Jun 10, 2024
Perfection! - This tour was awesome! I learned so much and felt the locations were all worth it. To see 3 beautiful palaces and also time to walk around the town...it was a great day. Augusto knew so much and gave us good info. Tickets to Pena were already reserved for us (you pay the guide for these) and we were one of the first ones in.
The other 2 locations, I pre-purchased on my phone on my own. Some people elected not to do Quinta but instead have more time in the town. I really wanted to see the well so had to visit. This tour is one of the only ones that also includes Montserrate.
I would recommend this tour. You get an early start to beat the crowds. It was organized and timed well. I had a fantastic day!
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Danielle_m
Jun 7, 2024
Amazing tour with outstanding tour guide. Highly recommend - Paulo was our tour guide and he was amazing. He was so knowledgeable about the history of Portugal and the places we went. Such a pleasant and respectful tour guide who went out of his way to accommodate everyone. I loved the small group experience. Sintra and the places were amazing. So happy I chose this tour. Stunning day and stunning photos.
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Kuoeieng_t
Jun 5, 2024
Our trip to Sintra - We visited the Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira. Under the sun, the red and yellow color of the palace really shined. The different style of architecture made this palace unique. We explored the secret Infinity Well in Regaleira was an exciting journey. The garden was overall interesting to visit. Our guide also recommended Tascantiga for our lunch in Sintra and the famous Piriguita for pastries. Both places servers our stomach well and ended our trip with an excellent memory.
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6cydz7ms6z
Jun 2, 2024
Worth the day out to see a beautiful side of Portugal - Our guide Paolo was simply fantastic. Genial and knowledgeable, his energy and enthusiasm for Sintra and Portugal more widely made this an excellent choice for a quick tour of some of the highlights in this area.
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Pamelak_a
May 27, 2024
A magical experience - Our guide was outstanding. She involved the young children in the tour and accommodated a senior citizen
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Bob_q
May 26, 2024
The Best of Sintra - We had a wonderful day in Sintra. Although the morning fog robbed us of great views from Pena Palace, it also added a mystic feel to our visit. Plus, by the afternoon, the skies cleared and we were offered beautiful views. The combination of Pena and Monserrate Palaces, plus time in Sintra, was just right. Our guide, Nidia, was warm, funny, and knowledgeable. There were times, however, when it was difficult to fully understand her. Great trip!
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Mary_h
May 24, 2024
Awesome tour with Gustavo! - Wonderful day touring Sintra, the Pena Palace, and other estates with Gustavo. He was friendly, knowledgeable and was a great travel coordinator. Made our visit fun and educational.
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