Mafra National Palace and Ericeira Private Tour - With Transportation and Private Guide
Mafra National Palace is one of the biggest and impressive Palaces in the world, the biggest in Iberian Peninsula (Portugal and Spain), started built in 1717 by King John the fifth, is one of the major barroque architecture references in the world, with more than 1200 rooms and about 40.000 sqm ! This vast complex is among the most sumptuous Baroque buildings in Portugal and one of the biggest buildings constructed in Europe in the 18th century Build with Brazilian Gold (As Brazil being an old colony from Portugal), 52.000 man were working daily to build this imponent palace. Also has a stunning library with more than 36.000 books, along with Rococo style. Unique in the world is also its pipe organs: more than 6 imponent organs still working after 300 years The Palace, records the oldest Carillon in Europe, and the biggest in the World, consists in 92 bells, wheighting total 200 tons (440.000 Pounds!) It was conveniently located for hunting in the nearby forests, and was usually a secondary residence for the royal family. The visit will later follow to Ericeira, a coast fisherman village, to enjoy great views and relax.
TO BOOK THIS TOUR, PLEASE SELECT CALENDAR ON THE RIGHT
- Start the tour from your hotel (optional 9AM) and drive towards Mafra Palace (50min)
- Guided visit to the Mafra National Palace (approx 1h30m)
- Stop for a quick coffee after visiting the Palace (20min)
- Drive towards Ericeira Village and stop for a visit (45min)
- Return to Lisbon around 2PM
Pick-up and drop-off in Lisbon (Hotel, Airport or cruise terminal) can be arranged per request - you can select option during booking process.
Pick-up time is scheduled for 9AM, although this can be changed per request / Flexible start and end time for cruise ship passengers.
Same place as pickup or any other agreed place per request.
Drop-off is scheduled between 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 always bring a jacket or sweatshirt. The weather in Sintra can change fast.
- Photo / video camera
- Transportation during all tour
- Experienced Local Tour Guide/Driver
- Toll and Fuel costs
- Complimentary Internet Wi-Fi OnBoard
- Full insurance mandatory by law
- Admission fees
- Meals and Drinks
- Gratuities
Duration: Half-Day (Aprox 5h)
(We accept less/more duration of the tours to fit your needs, please let us know prior booking)
Departure times:
Daily at 9.00 AM, unless specified
Flexible start 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 (35EUR).
Pricing:
Private Tour REGULAR Price: 180 EUR P.P
Private Tour Promo Price: 125 EUR P.P. (available for large groups and off-peak season)
(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 Half-Day (around 5h), although, if you have shorter time, we can fit it to your need
* 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 35EUR total / Pick-up and drop-off at other locations please inquire
* We advise to book this tour at least 48h in advance. For last minute bookings please call +351.30.880.4698
* Check in at the meeting point 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