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1 day tour of Sintra and Cascais, Palácio da Pena, Quinta da Regaleira
3.7
3 Ratings
Sintra
Embark on a captivating 1-day tour of Sintra and Cascais, exploring the enchanting Pena Palace and the mystical Quinta da Regaleira. Discover the breathtaking Cabo da Roca and indulge in the beauty of Cascais’ beaches and cuisine.
Embark on a captivating 1-day tour of Sintra and Cascais, exploring the enchanting Pena Palace and the mystical Quinta da Regaleira. Discover the breathtaking Cabo da Roca and indulge in the beauty of Cascais’ beaches and cuisine.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sintra - As a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the crown jewel of historic Sintra, the Pena National Palace is far more than just a castle. It stands as one of Portugal’s most enchanting spots, brimming with curiosities, stunning landscapes, and a touch of fantasy. Constructed in the 19th century atop a steep rock, it is the second highest point in…
- Sintra - As a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the crown jewel of historic Sintra, the Pena National Palace is far more than just a castle. It stands as one of Portugal’s most enchanting spots, brimming with curiosities, stunning landscapes, and a touch of fantasy. Constructed in the 19th century atop a steep rock, it is the second highest point in the Serra de Sintra, surpassed only by Cruz Alta at 528 meters. Revel in the breathtaking views and photo opportunities at the Palácio da Pena, Parque da Pena, and the Countess d’ Edla’s cottage and gardens. Ticket not included.
- Quinta da Regaleira - Nestled on a hillside close to Sintra’s historic center, this palace earned its UNESCO World Heritage status in 1995. Built between 1904 and 1910 during the final years of the monarchy, Quinta da Regaleira spans 4 hectares and is enveloped by lush gardens, lakes, caves, and mysterious structures imbued with alchemical symbolism inspired by Freemasonry, the Templars, and Rosicrucianism. The architecture is a blend of Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Manueline styles.
- Cabo da Roca - Ideal for sunset views and memorable photos, Cabo da Roca is the westernmost point of Continental Europe, located at latitude 38º 47’ North and longitude 9º 30’ West. As poet Luís Vaz de Camões described, it is the place “Where the Earth ends and the sea begins.” Perched about 150 meters above the sea, it offers sweeping views of the Serra de Sintra and the coastline, making it a must-visit. The Cabo da Roca Lighthouse, built in 1758, is part of the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, which boasts diverse flora, including many unique species studied by botanists.
- Boca do Inferno - Near Cascais, Boca do Inferno is a cliff named for the relentless crashing of the Atlantic Ocean, which has carved a small cave that later collapsed into a bay and natural arch. This unique spot offers a divine landscape and stunning sunsets, though it is also known for the tragic suicides that have occurred on its perilous, unprotected cliffs.
- Cascais Marina - Positioned between the Atlantic Ocean and the Serra de Sintra, Cascais has long been a major tourist destination, famed for its sandy beaches and lively marina. With the sea at its doorstep, Cascais boasts excellent seafood and fresh fish cuisine. The town offers a variety of restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets, all known for their quality and style.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- guided tour of the monuments
- entrance ticket to monuments
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- guided tour of the monuments
- entrance ticket to monuments
- Lunch
Additional Information
This tour provides you a chance to explore the dreamy Pena Palace and the intriguing Quinta da Regaleira, nestled in the dense forest of Serra de Sintra. Experience the awe-inspiring Cabo da Roca, the continental Europe’s westernmost destination where the land meets the ocean. (Camões) and take in splendid vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Additionally,…
This tour provides you a chance to explore the dreamy Pena Palace and the intriguing Quinta da Regaleira, nestled in the dense forest of Serra de Sintra. Experience the awe-inspiring Cabo da Roca, the continental Europe’s westernmost destination where the land meets the ocean. (Camões) and take in splendid vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Additionally, discover Cascais, one of the nation’s top visited townships, known for its stunning beaches and delectable food.
Location
Sintra
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Kat_u
May 29, 2024
Wonderful experience! - We had a wonderful experienced, Tommy was great with us, and the places we visit were amazing! We enjoyed this great experience and the recommendations from Tommy were perfect!
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Johni_a
Oct 8, 2022
Great Trip and Tour Guide - This was a great day trip. Loved seeing all the different sites.
Definitely get your tickets to Peña and Regaleira ahead of time. Recommend getting the ticket with the transportation from gate to palace at Peña. Be prepared for lines. Our tickets were for 11:30am. We got dropped off right at the gate at 11:00am (saved us so much walking.) We got up to the palace a little before 11:30am to get in the 11:30am group line and didn’t get into the palace until a little after 12:30pm.
It was nice to be able to have the ticket ahead of time to skip the line entering Regaleira. Again, dropped off and picked up right at the gate.
The other sites were a lot more leisurely. We stopped at several places along the way for photos in addition to Cabo da Roca and Boca de Inferno.
Our driver, Aurelio, was fantastic. He was super friendly and flexible. He allowed us to take the time we needed at each place and adapted as things came up (like the lines at Peña.) He truly loves Lisbon and is a great ambassador, pointing out and making suggestions for different sites we should visit during our time. We was super attentive, wanting to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. It was great to spend the day with him.
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Marta_r
Aug 24, 2024
Terrible Service—Don’t Book with this Company - This was the tour I looked forward to the most while in Portugal. All other tours with other companies before and after this one were fabulous. This company provided us with a driver who barely spoke English and who didn’t know how to get anywhere. Communication was almost non-existent. We received no information from her about the area, history, recommendations, nothing. In Cascais we waited 45 minutes for her to pick us up. We asked for a new driver who was provided but had to wait at a gas station for him to get there. His English was a little better but he complained about the traffic and the police. He also didn’t seem well versed in where he was taking us. He would drop us off in one spot and then send me a Google maps pin of how to find him in a parking lot. All other tours in Portugal provide drivers who come to you and escort you to their vehicle. Service was extremely disappointing. The attractions offered for this tour are definitely worth seeing. However, I highly recommend booking with another company.
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Joye_a
Sep 30, 2023
UNRESPONSIVE and failed to show up for the scheduled tour - The tour operator failed to respond to any messages (or phone calls) sent by me or directly by viator which left my group scrambling to find another tour the morning of our scheduled tour to Sintra.
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