Best of Sintra and Cascais

Full-Day Tour from Lisbon

 
 

Explore the romantic palaces and gardens of Sintra on an eight-hour scenic tour from Lisbon. Drive along the Atlantic Coast to Cabo da Roca, marvel at the breathtaking beaches of Cascais, and follow in the footsteps of poets, exiled kings and more.

timing

8:45 am        All guests arrive at central meeting point (location to be provided)
9:00 am       Bus leaves for tour
5:00 pm       End of tour and bus returns to central meeting point

Highlights

  • Explore the fairy tale palaces and gardens of Sintra

  • Look inside the magical Pena Palace

  • Go to the westernmost point of mainland Europe
  • Stop in the elegant resort town of Cascais
  • Drive the narrow lanes of the Sintra Hills
  • Marvel at the windswept villages of the Estoril Coast

Full description

Escape the hustle and bustle of Lisbon on a full-day tour of Sintra and Cascais, two small villages within easy access of the city center, and located in an area of protected natural beauty.

Following the pick-up from our central meeting point, we will drive to Sintra Hills, home to fairy tale palaces and castles. Look inside Pena Palace, considered one of the most beautiful castles in Europe. Enjoy a pleasant walk in the grounds, and admire views of Lisbon on the horizon from its balconies.

Next, we will explore the picture-postcard village of Sintra, stopping to taste the local pastries and shop for souvenirs. Then we will continue to Cabo da Roca to stand at the westernmost point of mainland Europe where everyone will have the opportunity to take breathtaking photos for wonderful memories of your time in Portugal.

Finally we will travel along the coast road, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Tagus River. En route, stop at the fishing village of Cascais, transformed into a home for kings-in-exile and a site of espionage during World War II before returning to Lisbon along the magnificent Avenida Marginal, enjoying views of the Estoril Coast along the way.

What’s included

  • Motorcoach Transportation 
  • Free Wi-Fi and Bottled Water
  • Exclusive and Specialized Guide
  • Entrance ticket to Pena Palace
  • Lunch at a traditional Portuguese restaurant in Sintra

What’s not included

  • Optional Driver/Guide Gratuity

FEE

For this all-day private tour, we have negotiated a group rate of 68 euros per person (approximately $80 USD pp). While numerous group tours can be found online, none include lunch and the vast majority rarely include entrance fees. On our trip to Portugal last year, we did an all-day tour of this area and thus have been able to specifically curate the stops above to show you the best of the best. If you would like to join us, click on the "Reserve Your Spot" link above. Once the reservation deadline has passed, you will receive a personalized link from our tour agency to submit payment directly for your spot(s).

RESERVATION Deadline

Please indicate your intent to join us by May 4, 2018. Click on the link above or below or reserve your spot. Payment instructions will be sent out separately shortly after this date.

Know before you go

There is a moderate amount of walking and along cobblestone so please wear comfortable shoes.

Transportation will be provided to/from one central location for ease of bus boarding access. To maximize our time on the tour, it will be your responsibility to be at the central meeting point 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Thank you for your understanding.

Important Notice: This optional activity requires a minimum of 8 participants to ensure a private tour.