Sintra and Cascais Tour: History, Sweets, and Scenery

Ideal for travelers seeking a break from the hustle and bustle.

  • Perfect for visitors with limited time.
  • Discover the history of Sintra.
  • Savor the delicious Travesseiro pastry and sip on the renowned Ginginha liqueur.
  • Enjoy lunch in the town of Cascais.
  • Designed for those interested in Portuguese history.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Rossio Train Station - The meeting point and the end of our tour.
    This is the Starbucks at the ground floor of the Train station in Rossio square in the heart of Lisbon, or at the client Hotel or Airbnb.
  • Sintra - Discover the magic of Sintra and, of course, do not miss the authentic “travesseiro,” with its delicate puff pastry and deliciously creamy almond filling. Come and live this unique experience in Sintra, as you explore picturesque alleys and indulge in unforgettable moments.
  • Casa Piriquita - House of the famous and authentic “travesseiro,” with its delicate puff pastry and deliciously creamy almond filling
  • Park and National Palace of Pena - The Pena Palace in Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a breathtaking architectural gem nestled in the heart of Sintra, Portugal. This palace offers a captivating journey through Portuguese history and culture,
    This visit is optional and it is not included.
  • Cabo da Roca - An amazing place called the end of the world by the Celts, and a beautiful place to take pictures of the coastline, while thinking about the big question… is the world flat?
  • Cascais - Elegant fishing village, the Portuguese Monte Carlo. Place of excellence to have lunch, and taste some of our delicious fish dishes.
    Place of choice for the European royalty to escape the war during the 2nd World War.
What's Included
  • Tour available in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Tickets to the Palace
  • Lunch
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
Location
Rossio Train Station
Praca D. Pedro IV
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Prathimat2020
Feb 29, 2024
Had Great time in Lisbon - The guide Ivo was very knowledgable and shared lot of information about Portuguese culture and history. We had a great time touring with him. I highly recommend to others visiting Lisbon.
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Leef1385
Dec 6, 2023
great - I’ve was the best. great driver. very informative. really exceeded expectations in every way possible. definitely take a tour with Ivo!
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Rustyroey
Aug 20, 2022
Worth the trip! - we really enjoyed visiting sintra and cascais and then we had an authentic lunch with a history lesson on the culture!
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Mckennas119
Jul 18, 2022
Don’t miss - This is a don’t miss experience! Hugo and Joaquim are absolute gems. Would give 10 stars! Hugo was beyond knowledgeable- his grasp of the country’s complete history was incredible. His love for his country is infectious! Biggest recommendation: DO NOT EAT A BIG BREAKFAST BEFOREHAND! It is not simply a charcuterie but a complete meal+ worth of food and wine. We had the pleasure of enjoying our meal with both Hugo and Joaquim and their insight and company were so appreciated. Went with family (3 of us in our early 30s and my 83 year old grandmother!) Enjoy and tip well!
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Karinaz837
Feb 2, 2020
Amazing tour - We took a tour with Joaquim & he was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable & attentive. He gave us enough time at each site & we couldn’t ask for a better guide! Joaquim made our experience awesome & we would book with him again in a heartbeat.
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Sapwood2014
May 26, 2018
Excellent Experience - This is an excellent way to spend the day outside of Lisbon city. Joaquim is a unique personality with a great deal of information to share. The small group (up to 8) is a very good way to meet a few new fellow travelers. The tour is well organized and Joaquim is very familiar with the right places to stop for photos. He will also allow you enough time to explore the locations. Not to reflect on the tour or its guide, you need to be aware that the Palacio Nacional de Pena is a VERY popular tourist destination. So be prepared for the crowds. Thank you Joaquim for a very enjoyable day and an excellent experience.
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Callmegt
Apr 10, 2018
Seeing all the best of Sintra and Cascais - Our tour guide Joaquim (also the director I think) is very knowledgeable and knows all the ins and outs of Sintra/Cascais/Lisbon area. He picked a good day for us and we enjoyed the Santini icecream he recommended (we had one in Cascais and another in the Timeout Market in Lisbon). Although we skipped the Cabo da Roca, we don't feel we missed anything. We enjoyed Queluz Palace (nice quiet place that you can buy your Pena Palace ticket there to skip the line), the Sintra Village and the Pena Palace (always a lot of people). Next time when we have enough time, we will visit Quinta da Regaleira for the day. We enjoyed the beach stop, the Hell's mouth along the coast line and relaxed at the Cascais town.
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