Mystic Sintra - Palaces and Castles - The Full-Day Trip at Sintra
Only 20min from Lisbon, this is the best tour to discover why Sintra is one of the most romantic cities in the World and why is considered as Unesco World Heritage.
You will visit the romantic Pena National Palace, considered in 2015 by EBD the Most Beautiful Castle in Europe and the also Capuchos Cork Convent in the middle of the forest and it's magical gardens, passing many other attractions that made Sintra the first romantic architecture centre in Europe, including the Old Historical Village and much more. There will be also optional visit to the Moorish Castle as well (500 steps).
The tour will end at Cabo da Roca, Europe's Westernmost Point, but not before stopping at all the other major sights in Sintra.
If you wish to visit Cascais also, with less walking time, please choose instead our bestseller tour: Golden Triangle Private Tour
THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR - NO OTHER GUESTS WILL JOIN YOU
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The Mystic Sintra Private Tour will show you the most important attractions in Sintra, former summer Royal Residence of the Portuguese Kings, Unesco World Heritage since 1995, along with a stop to the Westernmost Point of Europe, Cabo da Roca. Although the itinerary can be adjusted during the day, this is the suggested itinerary:
- Arrive at Sintra around 9h15m and and head to the Pena National Palace, the most visited palace in Portugal - considered in 2015 by EBD the most beautiful castle of Europe.
- Guided Visit inside Pena National Palace, former Royal Summer Residence of the Portuguese Kings (1h45m) - difficulty level: medium
- Optional Visit to the Moorish Castle (1h00m) - difficulty level: high (500 steps)
- If not visiting Moorish Castle, free time to explore the old medieval village of Sintra (45m)
- Complimentary Port Wine Tasting at local shop (15m - Optional - subject to availability during peak season)
- Stop for Lunch nearby the village (1h00m - meal not included)
- Head to Capuchos Cork Convent for a guided visit inside (45m) difficulty level: easy/medium (with steps)
- End the tour at the Westernmost Point of Europe, Cabo da Roca, one of the most important sights of Europe
* Importante Notice:
* This itinerary is planned for approx 8h duration (or 9h during peak season)
* Times on each stop are approximate and may vary, depending on group pace and preferences, since all our tours are private.
* Admission fees and lunch/meals are not included.
* if you wish to visit inside all major attractions in Sintra, we recommend booking two days
Pick-up and drop-off can be arranged per request - you can select option during booking process.
Pick-up optional can be done at your Hotel, Lisbon Airport or ship Cruise Terminal.
Pick-up is scheduled for 8h30AM, although it can be changed per request.
Same place as pickup or any other agreed place per request.
Drop-off is scheduled around 5PM, although it can be changed if you need to get back earlier.
- Confortable shoes (some walking during the tour is required - if you have any disability, please let us know in advance)
- Please bring always a jacket or sweatshirt to Sintra - the weather can change really fast
- Photo / video camera
- Transportation with A/C
- Experienced Private Tour Guide/Driver
- Complimentary Port Wine Tasting (Optional, subject to availability)
- Complimentary Internet Wi-Fi Onboard
- Toll and Fuel costs
- Full insurance mandatory by law
- Admission fees to Monuments & Attractions
- Meals and Drinks
- Gratuities
Duration: Full-day (Aprox 8h)
(We accept less duration of the tours to fit your needs, please let us know after booking)
Departure times:
Daily at 8.30 AM, unless specified
Flexible sart and end time for cruise ship passengers.
Departure point:
You can add pick-up location during booking process. Pick-up at your hotel in Lisbon / cruise ship terminal and also Lisbon airport is possible per request
Pricing:
Private Tour REGULAR Price: 190 EUR P.P
Private Tour Promo Price: 175 EUR P.P. (available for large groups above 16, please contact us)
(Promo prices have limited availability and may not always be available, specially during high season - March to November - including when our availability is low, promo prices may be deactivated any moment without prior notice)
Tour Language: This tour is available everyday in English. Other languages only per request (French, Spanish and Portuguese)
Notes:
- We are a Private Tour Company (No other guests will join our private tour)
- This tour is prepared for Full-Day (approx 8h), although, if you have shorter time, we can fit it to your needs.
- Most of our tours are done using minivans for your comfort (more leg room). For larger groups we have available larger buses/motor coaches. Vehicle type, size, brand or color can never be guaranteed on our regular tours.
- Single travelers are accepted on all our private tours, paying two adult tickets.
- Pick-up and drop-off in Lisbon complimentary / Pick-up and drop-off at other locations please inquire
- We advise to book this tour at least 72 hours in advance. For last minute bookings please call +351.30.880.4698
- Check in at the meeting point is recommended 15 minutes before departure time
- Prices, times and itineraries are subject to change without prior notice
* We have a flexible worry-free cancelation policy for your comfort:
We know plans can change and we accept changes to the original booking for another day, if we have availability, without any extra charge
* Cancellation up to 20 days before tour date: 100% refund provided
* Cancellation up to 48h before tour date: 50% refund provided
* Cancellation less than 48h before tour date: No refund
* No show: no restitution / payment in full
* Tickets for Events or Attractions are non-refundable
* Special Tours created for groups are non-refundable after booking
* Airport transfers, Limousine tours, or Helicopter Tours are non-refundable after booking
