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Sintra & Cascais from Lisbon, Premium Small Group Tour
Activity Schedule
Key Highlights
- Visit UNESCO-listed Sintra and the picturesque town of Cascais on a small group tour from Lisbon
- Visit the Pena Palace, one of the best expressions of 19th century Romanticism
- Immerse yourself in the history of the Pena Palace on a guided tour
- You will have time to explore the quaint village of Sintra and the town of Cascais on your own
- Learn about the history of Cascais Citadel a set of fortifications of more than 500 years
- Admire Cascais “Hells Mouth” a unique and picturesque natural chasm located in the seaside cliffs
- Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted!
Overview
Visit the charming town of Sintra and Cascais on a small group premium tour from Lisbon.
The tour starts from Lisboa city center where you meet your guide and travel to the fairytale town of Sintra in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan.
Admire the Pena Palace (one of the best examples of 19th century Romanticism in Europe) from one of the highest points of the Serra de Sintra. Explore its picturesque gardens accompanied by your guide and admire exotic trees from all over the world. Next, visit the Pena Palace, one of the main residences of the Portuguese royal family during the 19th century, be bowled over by the fusion of architectural styles, and understand why King Fernando II was worthy of the sobriquet “King-Artist”.
Take in stunning views of the Moorish Castle, a testimony to Islamic influence in the Iberian Peninsula, built in the 9th century and conquered by the Portuguese during the formation of the Portugal Kingdom. Discover the Cultural Landscape of Sintra, aUNESCO World Heritage Site before heading down to the quaint village of Sintra to explore or taste its regional delicacies such as the famous travesseiros and queijadas de Sintra.
Visit Cascais and enjoy a guided stroll over the Cascais Citadel, a set of fortifications built between the 15th and 17h century to protect the main Portuguese Atlantic port before entering Lisboa, from pirate and corsairs robberies.
Delve into the fascinating history of the town and see a unique natural chasm located in the seaside cliffs, the “Hells Mouth”, a stunning location where you can experience the full force of the Atlantic Ocean and take Instagram-worthy snaps. You have two hours to explore on your own and visit your preferred monuments or walk through the charming streets of the village and try some local cuisine.
On the cruise back to Lisbon, sail along the coast of Cascais and Estoril and soak in the refreshing sea breeze till you reach Belem, the neighborhood of Lisboa that honors the memory of the era of Portuguese maritime discoveries.
Inclusions
- Guided sailing trip from (Belem Port) Lisbon to Cascais
- Transfers in van or minibus from Lisboa to Sintra
- Bilingual Guide (English and Spanish)
- Pena Palace entry ticket
- Gardens and Pena Palace Guided Tour
- Guided tour in Cascais
- 2 hours free time in Cascais
- Transportation from Cascais to Lisboa by van or minibus
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Gratuities
Please note
Voucher Information: Show your voucher on your smartphone or other device (if you'd rather print a copy - that's fine too!)
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the departure time to avoid any last minute rush.
There is a minimum of people required to operate the tour. In the event that this minimum is not met, customers will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or superior value, or a full refund.
There is a minimum of people required to operate on languages that are not English or Spanish. if this minimum is not reached, the tour will be offered in English.
The tour is subject to cancellation or rescheduling based on inclement weather.
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